Dr. Patrick Hensel and Dr. Nao Hensel: Skin Deep—When Switzerland Meets Japan, Dermatology, Allergies, and Farm Life

In the fifth episode of the VetMore Podcast, Dr. Vassiliki Stathopoulou converses with veterinary dermatologists, Dr. Patrick Hensel and Dr. Nao Hensel. They discuss their journey into dermatology, the importance of communication in veterinary practice, and the balance between work and personal life. The conversation also touches on advancements in canine atopic dermatitis, the influence of farm life on their perspectives, increased prevalence of allergies, and challenges in diagnosing food allergies. Further, Dr. Patrick and Dr. Nao Hensel share insights on immunotherapy, the challenges of veterinary referrals, and their personal philosophies on happiness, identity, and fulfillment in their careers.

Chapter Notes
00:00 Introduction to the Guests and Their Backgrounds
00:35 Meet Dr. Patrick and Dr. Nao Hensel
03:36 Why Dermatology in Veterinary Medicine?
05:23 Debunking Myths in Dermatology
07:28 Is Dermatology Really That Easy?
08:40 From Wanting to Be an Equine Doctor to Dermatology
10:09 From Arts to Science
11:05 Growing Up in Japan and Deciding on a Second Career
12:06 How Did You Choose Dermatology?
13:54 The Journey of Becoming a Dermatologist
14:35 Dermatology as a Complex Science
16:43 Communication: Building Trust with Clients
19:02 Practicing Dermatology in the US and Going Back to Switzerland
20:34 The Upside and Downside of Academia
22:25 Journey Into Dermatology: From Japan to the US
26:23 Working in the Farm and Helping Farmers as Veterinarians
30:34 Transparency: A New Approach with Clients
33:44 Challenges in Diagnosing Food Allergies
34:52 Reason for More Increased Prevalence in Allergies
39:53 Lymphocyte Activation Testing for Allergy Diagnosis
45:52 Immunotherapy Innovations: A Case by Case Approach
49:54 Rapid-Fire Questions
52:17 Dermatology is Not Boring
53:33 Connection Gives Meaning to our Lives
55:18 Happiness Comes in Moments, Not in Plateaus
01:01:02 Personal Philosophy and Beliefs
01:02:04 Identity Beyond Titles

Listen on Apple Podcast:
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