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Topical therapy is an integral part of managing most, if not all, dermatologic patients. Oftentimes, this form of therapy may present challenges, ranging from deciding which specific product is best for a particular patient to navigating both pet owner and patient compliance. This webinar will cover the key active ingredients and the different types of topical formulations, focusing on specific case scenarios to help veterinarians make effective choices. In addition, we will discuss how to enhance the client and patient experience with topical therapies to maximize treatment success.

About the Presenter: 
Dr. Simpson grew up in Florida and attended the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine. After graduating veterinary school, he was a rotating intern at VCA Aurora and VCA Berwyn Animal Hospitals. He practiced in the greater Chicagoland area for 4 years as a general practitioner before moving to Fort Collins, CO, to complete a combined dermatology residency and master's program in Biomedical Sciences at Colorado State University. He has served as a board-certified veterinary dermatologist in Illinois since 2017. Dr. Simpson has authored numerous papers in the veterinary literature and has also served as a peer reviewer for several veterinary journals. His research has included monitoring urinary tract infections with allergy therapies, a novel treatment for pemphigus foliaceus, in addition to chronic absent ear drums in dogs. He enjoys lecturing on dermatology to veterinarians both locally and nationally at continuing education events. Dr. Simpson was also a co-author of the 2023 AAHA Management of Allergic Skin Diseases in Dogs and Cats Guidelines, as well as co-chair of the Guidelines Task Force.

1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour
RACE# 27059-1353627

This course will cover insights regarding imaging that can be done at the primary or emergency vet before transfer to specialty care or telemedicine consult. Topics to include, but not limited to optimizing radiographic positioning, incorporating hands-free radiology, sedation use, prepping owners for specialty transfer, and review of pertinent cases.

1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour
RACE# 27059-1354566

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

This presentation will focus on the early diagnosis and treatment of skin and subcutaneous masses. New guidelines for the timely diagnosis of lumps and bumps in patients will be discussed. The importance of early diagnosis will be emphasized, as most skin and subcutaneous tumors can be successfully cured with surgery alone, so it's important not to wait. Techniques for enhancing cytology proficiency will be explored. Real-life cytology case examples will enable attendees to determine the tissue of origin and distinguish between benign and malignant masses. As advocates of the 'Why Wait? Aspirate' cancer awareness program, the aim is to empower attendees to adopt a proactive approach with the motto 'See Something, Do Something.'

1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour
RACE# 27059-1267612

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

Topical therapy is a cornerstone of treatment in veterinary dermatology. It is currently the first line of therapy for cases with superficial pyoderma. We will discuss some of the options that are used and the benefits of these therapies. These options will also be evaluated looking at evidence-based medicine with scientific studies to show differences.

1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour
RACE# 27059-1354075

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.