Simini Surgery Review: Small Animal Edition

In this Simini Surgery Podcast Fast Track Update episode, we tackle the key orthopedic studies published in Veterinary Surgery Issue (April 2025).  These studies include topics such as complex biomechanics and the frustrating biology of tendon and ligament healing.

We cover:

• The shape and phases of the stress-strain curve
• Why tendons and ligaments fail differently than bone
• The three stages of healing: inflammation, proliferation, ...

In this Surgical Spotlight episode of the Simini Surgery Review, we break down the biomechanics and clinical impact of the tibial plateau angle (TPA) in cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) disease.

We cover key findings from a 2022 VCOT Review paper, including breed-related TPA variations, the influence of neuter status, and how imaging technique can skew your angles—and your surgical outcomes.

Whether you’re planning a TPLO tomorrow or ...

In this Simini Surgery Podcast Fast Track Update episode, we explore the most clinically relevant takeaways from the January 2025 issue of VCOT. Tailored for the busy small animal surgeon, this episode condenses the newest research into actionable insight — helping you zero in on what matters most to your practice.

We cover:

• Long-term outcomes for soft tissue repair of traumatic patellar luxation
• CT-based anatomical differences in...

In this episode of the Simini Surgery Review: Small Animal Edition, we walk you through the key clinical takeaways from the February 2025 issue of Veterinary Surgery.

Designed to give busy surgeons a head start, this episode offers a clear, concise introduction to the month’s research — helping you prioritize the articles most relevant to your practice.

We cover:

• Hemostatic sponge performance during liver surgery
• A non-antibiotic l...

In this episode of Scalpel & Silicon in the Simini Surgery Review Podcast, we explore how small animal surgeons can save time on documentation by using ChatGPT to draft discharge summaries—without sacrificing clinical quality.

You’ll learn:

• What ChatGPT is and how it’s already used in clinical settings [00:00:59]
• A step-by-step workflow to generate clean, professional summaries  [00:02:43]
• How to go even faster using the Simini...

In this first Sharp Mind | Strong Hand episode, we explore a core idea from Atul Gawande’s Complications: the tension between confidence and competence in surgery.

From the pressure to look like you’ve got it together in the OR to the quiet, sometimes uncomfortable process of truly building skill—this episode is a short, reflective listen for surgeons who want to grow beyond technique.

🎧 Listen, reflect, and share it with a colleagu...

In this Surgical Spotlight episode of the Simini Surgery Review, we break down Dr. Mandy Wallace’s updated review on the surgical management of brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome (BOAS).

We cover emerging trends in soft palate surgery, new techniques for nares correction, updates on post-op management, and what current research says about outcomes. If you’re seeing bulldogs, Frenchies, or pugs in practice, this is informatio...

In this first episode of the Simini Surgery Review: Small Animal Edition, we deliver a concise, clinically relevant breakdown of the latest research published in Veterinary Surgery—the official journal of the ACVS, ECVS, and VES.

Tailored for busy small animal surgeons, this episode covers key takeaways you can apply directly in practice—minus the journal overload.

We review:

• A 3D model assessment of BFX cup version in total hip r...