3 must-sees on dermatology
Watch these videos to learn more about atopic dermatitis, topical therapy, and the link between dermatological issues and behavioral concerns in animals
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Learning about veterinary dermatology is essential for veterinarians. Proficiency in this topic allows for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment of a wide range of dermatological conditions, which can improve patient outcomes.
Dermatological issues are the 2nd most common reason canines visit the clinic, with more than 10% of all diseases in pets being skin disorders.1 Moreover, the veterinary dermatology drug market is expected to significantly grow, highlighting the importance of this topic.1
Watch the videos below to gain more insight on veterinary dermatology:
- Treatment of Itchy Dogs: General Practitioners: In this video episode of our dvm360 Insights, Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, DACVD, talks about balancing treating dermatological issues and behavioral concerns simultaneously, as addressing one can impact the management of the other.
- Allergy management insights from Dr Jason Pieper: Jason Pieper, DVM, MS, DACVD, assistant professor of dermatology at Iowa State University, offers tips on differentiating different allergy diseases and diagnosing food allergies and atopic dermatitis. He also shares key takeaways from his lecture at the Fetch dvm360 Conference in Kansas City, Missouri.
- The power of topical therapy: In this video interview, Joya Griffin, DVM, DACVD, discusses different scenarios in which topical therapy can be used, as well as this treatment’s use in restoring the barrier function of the skin.
Reference
Bautista-Alejandre A. Veterinary dermatology drug market is projected to continue growing. dvm360. August 15, 2024. Accessed September 13, 2024. https://www.dvm360.com/view/veterinary-dermatology-drug-market-is-projected-to-continue-growing
