The Derm Vet Podcast
Tune in to make veterinary dermatology more fun than frustrating! This podcast features Dr. Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, Dip ACVD sharing practical tips on dermatologic workups you can bring to clinical practice right away. Also, stories about navigating the messy (yet beautiful) journey of being a vet mom while building a career you love.
Episodes
308 episodes
308. DERM DRUGS: Anti-Yeast
Welcome to our first podcast series of the year: DERM DRUGS! We will spend the next few weeks jumping into different categories of medication and provide real world application of when and how we reach for these medications.Our first ins...
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Season 6
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Episode 308
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21:16
307. From Surface to Tympanum: Why Video Otoscopy Matters
I have had quite a few cool video otoscopy procedures lately. With cool procedures, come the ability to share these videos and images online. With that, comes lots of questions from you!When should I refer for video otoscopy?What ...
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Season 6
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Episode 307
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12:11
306. Preventing pyoderma in your allergic patients
Recurrent infections can be so difficult in our allergic patients. Learn how to minimize severity of frequency of pyoderma on this week's episode of The Derm Vet podcast!1. Work up the underlying allergies2. Support the skin barri...
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Season 6
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Episode 306
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15:07
305. Periocular dermatitis- How to perform diagnostics? What are your differentials?
Periocular dermatitis can occur for a multitude of reasons. The first step is to figure out if the eye itself is involved or not. Once we know the eye is healthy, it is time to figure out why the SKIN AROUND the eye is losing hair, crusty, itch...
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Season 6
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Episode 305
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16:28
304. Merry Christmas... here are your derm gifts to close out 2025!
I asked a few of my vet friends what "derm gifts" they received in 2025. I loved their answers and wanted to share them on our final episode of the podcast this year!1. More confidence in cytology2. Comfort in using new tools and ...
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Season 6
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Episode 304
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20:26
303. When the allergy drugs "quit working"
It is very common for clients to present their pet to the veterinarian complaining that an allergy medication that used to work is no longer effective. Before changing therapies, it is important to consider four different things.1. Rule...
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Season 6
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Episode 303
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12:42
302. Zinc Responsive Dermatitis
Zinc responsive dermatitis is a skin condition in dogs resulting from a zinc deficiency or an inability to properly absorb the mineral. It is a rare condition that typically presents as scaling, crusting, and hair loss around the head (especial...
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Season 6
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Episode 302
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16:15
301. Solar Dermatitis
Solar dermatitis (actinic keratosis) is skin damage from prolonged UV exposure, affecting both dogs and cats, particularly those with light-colored or thin coats. So, pets that have white fur and live in high UV exposure areas (like the souther...
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Season 6
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Episode 301
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17:25
300. Paws to Give Thanks
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, I like to reflect on the things I am thankful for in the world of veterinary dermatology and life. Check out the products and people I am thankful for on this celebratory 300th episode of The Derm Vet podcast!...
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Season 6
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Episode 300
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12:26
299. The many faces of pyoderma
For how common we see pyoderma in cats and dogs in veterinary practice, the appearance can be variable. A cutaneous bacterial infection can appear as crusting, erythema, scaling, moth-eaten alopecia, epidermal collarette, etc. Diffe...
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Season 6
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Episode 299
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14:23
298. Four things to consider for topical therapy
As dermatologists, we LOVE topical therapy. However there are some basic things that need to be considered when suggesting a protocol. What are you treating?What is the ultimate goal?What do you or the ...
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Season 6
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Episode 298
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13:21
297. Three cases that spooked me!
Even as a specialist, I still get cases that surprise me or change appearances. It can leave me doubting what the next step is. But, if you take a breath, it is amazing what can happen when you figure them out. Check out three cases that recent...
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Season 6
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Episode 297
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21:02
296. More Eyes with Alex Sigmund
Alex Sigmund, DVM, DACVO returns to the podcast to discuss something other than allergies! There are so many non-allergic things that can occur with eyeballs (or the skin around the eyes) that may also include input from a dermatologist?...
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Season 6
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Episode 296
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18:43
295. Allergic eyes with Alex Sigmund
Back for round 2! Alex Sigmund, DVM, DACVO returns to talk us through periocular and ocular disease that can occur from allergies. How common is it?Should it go to ophtho or derm?Can you consider topical antihistami...
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Season 6
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Episode 295
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27:52
294. How to NOT feel guilty using steroids
We have so many wonderful non-steroid options to manage itch and inflammation in veterinary dermatology. HOWEVER, there is still a time and place that steroids are necessary. It is important to not be afraid of steroids, but now when and how to...
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Season 6
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Episode 294
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16:45
293. The UPDATED label warning with Zenrelia with Tom Lewis
Tom Lewis, DVM, DACVD is back on the podcast! Last year, Dr. Lewis joined the podcast last year to discuss the release of Zenrelia. One year later, he is back to discuss his experience with having this medication for a year and the relief it ha...
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Season 6
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Episode 293
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23:25
292. Top 5 Mistakes with Otitis Cases
Otitis is a common thing for veterinarians to treat. Commonly associated with underlying allergies, we can see other things cause ear infection such as ear canal masses, endocrinopathies, etc. When you are busy in the clinic, it can...
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Season 6
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Episode 292
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16:51
291. GRAB BAG: canine autoimmune diseases
As always, you bring the best questions for these grab bag episodes. Today, we cover dog autoimmune diseases (though cats find their way to make it in a bit). How do you tell the difference between DLE and PF?What if an owner...
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Season 6
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Episode 291
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22:18
290. Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy with Trenton Ewing
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy is the use of supplemental oxygen in a chamber under increased pressure so the blood oxygen concentration increases which facilitates healing. There are not many veterinary practices that have HBOT for pets. However, w...
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Season 6
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Episode 290
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24:30
289. Venomous Insect Testing & Desensitization with Trenton Ewing
It can be scary to have a dog that goes through a life-threatening reaction to a honeybee sting. Often, these dogs are young and active. Though owners can take preventative measures, it is impossible to guarantee 100% avoidance of these venomou...
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Season 6
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Episode 289
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28:55
288. Four things I have learned to implement into my derm cases
It is back to school season! For this episode, I review the four things I have learned to implement as a dermatologist. Even as a specialist, I like to progress and grow into how I am practicing!We will go over how to use supplement and ...
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Season 6
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Episode 288
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18:07
287. Zarasyl: the natural science of silica and how it helps wound healing
Skin damage and cutaneous wounds can be frustrating and difficult to manage. With a growing world of antibiotic resistance and difficult cases of skin repair, alternative solutions are needed. Zarasyl combines the natural power of silica to opt...
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Season 6
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Episode 287
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33:15
286. GRAB BAG: All about Cytology
I love getting your questions and answering them on the podcast. This week is one of my favorite topics: cytology! What tips do I have for direct impression smear vs. tape prep?How do I know the appropriate treatment based on...
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Season 6
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Episode 286
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25:33
285. Neuro and Derm remix (CAT VERSION) with Fred Wininger
Back again! Fred Wininger, VMD, MS, DACVIM (Neurology) rejoins the podcast to talk about cats! Do clinical signs differ from dogs with neuro disease? What about the dreaded feline hyperesthesia syndrome? Should advanced imaging be considered?
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Season 6
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Episode 285
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25:59
284. Neuro and Derm mix tape (DOG VERSION) with Fred Wininger
A neurologist visits the podcast this week! Fred Wininger, VMD, MS, DACVIM (Neurology) has recently opened a state-of-the-art neurology focused specialty center called The Animal Neurology Center in St. Louis, MO! He joins the podcast to discus...
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Season 6
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Episode 284
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27:13