IntroVETS Podcast

IntroVETS Podcast

IntroVETS is a veterinary podcast by introverts with high-functioning anxiety. The show was conceptualized in 2019 and launched in 2020 by co-hosts Lauren and JJ. Lauren, a veterinarian, and Jennifer, a Licensed Veterinary Technician in the state of Alabama, have over 40 years of combined experience in the veterinary field. The podcast presents veterinary case studies in a fun and relatable way, along with various sidebars, interesting facts, and new research. The hosts talk frankly about anxiety and other mental health concerns, going to therapy, and related topics. There is (hopefully) a strong humor element, as well as some philosophizing and opinion sharing. There is also the occasional moderately naughty word, but we try to not use the big guns. It's not really a formal environment - it's more of a veterinary hang, and we'd love to see you there!

Episodes

March 19, 2025 • 51 mins
Lauren and JJ investigate the cause of hyphema in a dog patient. This episode includes an overview of persistent hyperplastic primary vitreous, persistent hyperplasitc tunica vasculosa lentis, and other developmental eye diseases in the dog. References: (1) Davis, R. (2021). Persistent hyperplastic primary vitreous (canine). VINcyclopedia of Diseases. www.vin.com. Last accessed 3/19/2025. (2) Giuliano, E. A. (2019). Here's lookin...
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Lauren and JJ answer mail from a listener whose anxiety is interfering with their work life. Resources: (1) Huecker, M. R., Shreffler, J., McKeny, P. T., & Davis, D. (2023). Imposter Phenomenon. StatPearls. National Library of Medicine. Accessed 2/11/2025. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK585058/ (2) Imposter syndrome. Psychology Today. Accessed 2/11/2025. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/imposter-syndrome (3) Vil...
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February 5, 2025 • 47 mins
Lauren and JJ discuss avian influenza. This episode was recorded January 27, 2025. Resources: * NOTE: Resources denoted by an asterisk are CDC references that may have been altered between recording of this episode on 1/27/2025 and publication of the epiosode on 2/5/2025. As of 2/5/2025, all of these resources contain the announcement "CDC’s website is being modified to comply with President Trump’s Executive Orders," which was n...
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January 22, 2025 • 42 mins
Lauren and JJ discuss feline demodicosis, a recent scam targeting veterinarians, and a recent human Rabies death in the US. Resources: (1) Rothrock, K., & Tater, K. (2023). Demodectic mange (feline). VINcyclopedia of Diseases. www.vin.com (2) Azaria, H., & Defalque, V. E. (2023). Isoxazalines for treating canine and feline otodectic mange; feline demodicosis, lynxacariasis, lice infestation, and notoedric mange (scabies); demodicos...
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January 15, 2025 • 69 mins
Lauren and JJ welcome special guest Dr. Shelby Agnew to the podcast for our first "Ghosts of Christmas Past" episode! This episode contains a review of canine demodecosis. References: (1) Rothrock, K., Tater, K., & Shell, L. (2023). Demodectic mange (canine). VINcyclopedia of Diseases. www.vin.com (2) Walther, F. M., Paul, A. J., Allan, M. J., Roepke, R. K. A., & Nuernberger, M. C. (2014). Safety of fluralaner, a novel systemic a...
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January 8, 2025 • 51 mins
Lauren and JJ review what's in and what's out for veterinary medicine in 2025. Resources: (1) Clinician's Brief meme, Ins/Outs for Vet Med in 2025: https://www.instagram.com/p/DEG7VOAsHSX/?utmsource=igwebcopylink&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== (2) Stubing, H., Suchodolski, J. S., Reisinger, A., et al. (2024). The effect of metronidazole versus a synbiotic on clinical course and core intestinal microbiota in dogs with acute diarrhea. Veter...
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December 25, 2024 • 54 mins
Lauren and JJ discuss the AVMA ELVES program, reindeer eye color changes, penguin couple updates, and Christmas movie recommendations. Resources: 1) Join the E.L.V.E.S. to help Santa spread cheer in your clinic. American Veterinary Medical Association. https://www.avma.org/blog/join-elves-help-santa-and-spread-cheer-your-clinic 2) Stokkan, K., Folkow, L., Dukes, J., et al. (2013). Shifting mirrors: Adaptive changes in retinal refl...
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December 18, 2024 • 50 mins
Lauren and JJ continue to investigate a case of coughing and respiratory distress in a dog patient. Part 2 of 2. Resources: 1) Rothrock, K., Fingeroth, J. M., & Shell, L. (2021). Laryngeal paralysis (canine). VINcyclopedia of Diseases. www.vin.com. Last accessed 12/16/2024. 2) Marvel, S. (2019). Laryngeal paralysis: Diagnosis and step by step surgical management. Southwest Veterinary Symposium Proceedings 2019. 3) Rishniw, M., S...
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December 11, 2024 • 56 mins
In this 2-part case, Lauren and JJ investigate a case of difficulty breathing and coughing in a dog patient. This episode includes a review of aspiration pneumonia in the dog. Resources: * Rothrock, K., & Brister, J. (2021). Pneumonia (Canine). VINcyclopedia of Diseases. www.vin.com * Lee-Fowler, T., Reinero, C., & Greene, C. E. (2012). Bacterial respiratory infections. Infectious Diseases of the Dog and Cat, 4th edition. St. Lou...
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November 27, 2024 • 60 mins
Lauren and JJ investigate a case of lethargy, inappetence, vomiting, and distended abdomen in a cat. This episode is part 2 of 2. This episode contains a detailed review of feline infectious peritonitis (FIP). Resources: * Rothrock, K., & Brister, J. (2024). Feline infectious peritonitis (feline). VINcyclopedia of Diseases. www.vin.com * Coggins, S. J., et al. (2023). Outcomes of treatment of cats with feline infectious periton...
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November 20, 2024 • 52 mins
Lauren and JJ investigate a case of lethargy, inappetence, vomiting, and distended abdomen in a cat. This episode is part 1 of 2. This episode contains a detailed review of feline infectious peritonitis (FIP). Resources: * Rothrock, K., & Brister, J. (2024). Feline infectious peritonitis (feline). VINcyclopedia of Diseases. www.vin.com * Coggins, S. J., et al. (2023). Outcomes of treatment of cats with feline infectious periton...
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November 13, 2024 • 39 mins
Lauren and JJ discuss listeriosis, its impact on animals, and the implications for public health. Resources: * Picchi, A. BrucePac meat recall includes these foods from Trader Joe's, Kroger, and more: Here's a List. CBS News. October 21, 2024. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/brucepac-recall-meat-poultry-listeria-trader-joes-kroger-usda-list/ * Listeria outbreak linked to meats sliced at delis. Centers for Disease Control. July 19, 20...
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October 30, 2024 • 75 mins
Lauren and JJ welcome veterinary neurologist Dr. Jill Narak to the podcast to discuss brain-eating and brain-hijacking (zombie!) diseases. Resources: * IMDB entry for The Return of the Living Dead (1985), directed by Dan O'Bannon: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0089907/ * Behavior-altering parasites, Wikipedia, accessed 10/26/24: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Behavior-alteringparasite * Naegleria fowleri infection, Centers for D...
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December 27, 2023 • 44 mins
Lauren and JJ wrap up season 4 of the podcast with holiday cheer, a pooptastrophe, and a few heartwarming animal stories.
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December 20, 2023 • 79 mins
Lauren and JJ present the 12 days of Christmas, veterinary ER-style! References: (1) Hanson, K. R., et al. (2021). Effect of prazosin on feline recurrent urethral obstruction. Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, 23(12), 1176-1182. https://doi.org/10.1177/1098612X211001283 (2) Conway, D. S., et al. (2022). Prazosin administration increases the rate of recurrent urethral obstruction in cats: 388 cases. Journal of the American Vet...
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December 13, 2023 • 42 mins
Lauren and JJ answer listener mail: What can managers do to improve morale and staff cohesion without stepping on toes? How can an employee let her boss know that their clinic's dress code policies are outdated and that it's negatively impacting the hiring process?
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December 6, 2023 • 65 mins
Lauren and JJ discuss emotional regulation and distress tolerance skills, plus make plans for the holiday episode! Please note that at the time of this recording neither Lauren nor JJ are licensed mental health providers. This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute therapy. If you or someone you know is struggling, reach out to a licensed therapist in your area. Note that dialectical behavior therapy (D...
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November 29, 2023 • 34 mins
Lauren and JJ answer listener mail: When is it appropriate to cry while attending a patient's euthanasia? How can you cope with the uneducated veterinary opinions of friends and family members?
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November 22, 2023 • 77 mins
Lauren and JJ investigate a case of vomiting and bloody diarrhea in a dog. This episode includes a detailed review of canine pancreatitis. References: (1) Kirby, R., & Linklater, A. (2016). Monitoring and intervention for the critically ill small animal: The rule of 20. John Wiley & Sons, Inc. DOI:10.1002/9781118923870 (2) Ceva News. (2023). Panoquell-CA1 (fuzapladib sodium for injection) is now available in the U.S. http...
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November 15, 2023 • 36 mins
Lauren and JJ provide important clinical updates about a new device to aid in pain detection in animal patients and a new medication for feline diabetes mellitus! Resources: (1) Information about the PainTrace multi-species neurobiosignal actionable outcome measure test from the manufacturer: https://paintrace.com/investigators/ (2) Product label for Bexacat (bexagliflozin), a sodium-glucose cotransporter 2 (SGLT2) inhibitor: htt...
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