QUARTERLY BEAT / JULY 2025
MIND MASSAGE Missed out on our webinars because life is too busy? As a VETgirl ELITE member, you can watch it on-demand whenever you want! Here are the top highlights you should have learned from some of the popular webinars this quarter!
February 20, 2025
February 6, 2025
Pathogenesis of Atopic Dermatitis by Dr. Sara Ramos, DACVD
• Atopic dermatitis is a complex, multifactorial inflammatory syndrome involving skin barrier dysfunction, immune dysregulation, and cutaneous dysbiosis, and is caused by a complex interaction of genetic and environmental factors. • Atopic dermatitis is a diagnosis of exclusion - a minimum dermatology database including skin scraps, dermatophyte testing, surface cytology and flea combing should be performed on all patients presenting for pruritus. Additionally, prior to diagnosing a patient with atopic dermatitis, an eight to twelve week diet trial is recommended to rule out any food allergy component. • Clinical signs of atopic dermatitis in cats are different than in dogs, often presenting as self-induced alopecia, miliary dermatitis, head/neck pruritus, and eosinophilic granuloma complex. • Effective client communication is key for managing atopic dermatitis. Set client expectations early for at-risk breeds, emphasizing the importance of compliance in identifying triggers and preventing flare-ups. Clients should be prepared that the disease may progress over time, with potential worsening of symptoms and poorer responses to treatment with age. • Immunotherapy is the gold standard treatment for atopic dermatitis and is the most effective long-term treatment option available at this time.
Unleash the Power of Situational Leadership by Melissa Mauldin, CVPM, SHRM-SCP, ACC • Leaders that are able to adapt their leadership style to the specific needs of their team members develop more trust through intentional and productive conversations. This leads to more engaged teams, and better medical and financial outcomes for the practice. • SMART goals will help clarify what needs to be done and how it will be measured. • Partnering with your team member to diagnosis their developmental level on a specific goal or task will help you understand what type of support and leadership they need to be successful. • Don’t be afraid to provide direction to your team members. When used appropriately, this may be exactly what they need to be successful.
Small Animal Webinar
Practice Management Webinar
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