David Maggs B.V.Sc.

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmology

U.C. Davis

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Infectious, inflammatory or immune?

with 

David Maggs B.V.Sc.  

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary 

Ophthalmology

U.C. Davis, California

Michael Lappin D.V.M., Ph.D.  

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary 

Internal Medicine

Colorado State University

Lynelle Johnson D.V.M., Ph.D.  

Diplomate, American College of Veterinary 

Internal Medicine

U.C. Davis, California

This is a new seminar- Due to clinical similarities, it can sometimes be difficult to differentiate primary immune-mediated, inflammatory and infectious causes of disease.  The purpose of this series of lectures is to provide the practitioners with the current information concerning the diagnosis and management of these diseases.  Information gathered in the last 3 years will be emphasized; much of the material to be discussed is not even in textbooks to date!   Dr.’s Lappin, Maggs and Johnson will use a case based format to present a practical diagnostic and therapeutic approach to the common canine & feline infectious, inflammatory and immune problems. Videotapes will also be utilized throughout the discussions.

Michael, David and Lynelle are all actively involved with the management of patients admitted to their university clinics and with the ongoing management of patients requiring intensive therapy. This  means that they will be presenting practical methods of treatment!  All three are frequent speakers and they are recognized as professional & practical speakers. 

 

The discussion will include the following diseases:

Hemolytic anemia

1.         What are the eight most likely causes and how can I differentiate them in general practice?

2.         Does vaccination really induce secondary immune mediated anemia in dogs?

3.         What is the best protocol for acute management of primary immune mediated anemia?

4.         How can I use cyclosporine effectively and without costing a fortune?

5.         Which is better for chronic management of primary immune mediated anemia, azathioprine or cyclophosphamide?

6.         Should I heparinize my acute cases of primary immune mediated anemia?

7.         How should i manage cats with hemolytic anemia?

8.         What prognosis should I give my clients with dogs with hemolytic anemia?

Thrombocytopenia

1.         What are the most likely causes and how can I differentiate them in general practice?

2.         When should I do a bone marrow aspirate and can I really do it in my general practice?

3.         How can I effectively use the IDEXX Dirofilaria, Ehrlichia, Anaplasma and Borrelia screening test in my practice?

4.         What is the best treatment for ehrlichiosis in dogs and how long should I treat?

5.         Should I treat healthy Ehrlichia or Borrelia seropositive dogs?

6.         How can I use the polymerase chain reaction to diagnose or monitor ehrlichiosis in dogs?

Respiratory diseases-

Coughing cats. 
1.     Don’t they all have asthma?
2.      Does Mycoplasma really cause pneumonia in cats?
3.      Should I start with inhaled or oral steroids?
4.      Should I do allergy testing in this cat?
5.    Are radiographs enough to make a diagnosis?
6.    How can I do a tracheal wash safely in a cat with respiratory disease?
7.    Are there any infections that cause of pneumonia?
8.    When can I stop the steroids?

Snotty nosed cats
1.    Does this cat have herpesvirus?
2.    Should I use lysine and interferon?
3.    What antibiotic should I use?
4.    Is there any point in doing radiographs or other tests?
5.    Could this cat have allergic rhinitis?
6.    Should I vaccinate against Bordetella?
7.    Should I test this cat for Bartonella?
8.    Will steroids help this cat?
9.    How long should I treat this cat with antibiotics?

Coughing dogs.
1.    What dose of steroid should I use?
2.    Can I use inhaled drugs in a dog?
3.    Why isn’t the steroid working in this patient?
4.    When should I do a tracheal wash?
5.    Could this dog have an infection?
6.    What is the benefit of doing bronchoscopy?
7.    What is the role of nebulization therapy?
8.    What antibiotic should I use?
9.    Do bronchodilators do anything in dogs?

Nasal discharge in dogs. 
1.    Do dogs get allergic rhinitis?
2.    Does epistaxis indicate any particular disease?
3.    How do I know if this dog has a fungal infection?
4.    Should I test this dog for Bartonella?
5.    What do you mean – this dog might have pneumonia?
6.    Should I use steroids, antibiotics, or both?
7.      Will a bacterial culture help me choose an antibiotic
8.      Can I use topical drugs in this dog?

Ocular diseases

 1.         Do dogs get allergic conjunctivitis? 

2.         When should I use antiviral drugs in FHV-infected cats? What about corticosteroids?

3.         Did you know many ophthalmologists are now using tacrolimus instead of cyclosporine for dry eye? Should you be? 

4.         Ehrlichiosis, ITP, FeLV, FIV - Can ocular signs help me make the diagnosis?

5.         Should I use topical or systemic steroids for uveitis?

6.         Do topical NSAIDs work in dogs and cats? Can I use them when there's a corneal ulcer?

7.         How do I treat uveitis when the owner has no money?

8.         Are prednisolone, dexamethasone and hydrocortisone eye drops all equivalent? When should I choose one over the other?

9.         Pannus – not just German Shepherds

10.       Does Bacitracin/Neomycin/Polymyxin (BNP) ointment cause anaphylaxis in cats?

11.      Why you should do a fundic exam on all dogs with vasculitis

12.      Exophthalmos – not always tumors and abscesses

13.      Why do some cats with uveitis get glaucoma and how do I treat them when both are present?

14.      This dog’s muzzle and eyelids are depigmenting and his eyes are cloudy. What’s the diagnosis?  

Videos will be utilized to present

6.30am-7.00am

Seminars

Tuesday March 2    7.00am - 9.30am

Seminar registration (American Association of Veterinary State Boards RACE approved for 16 CE hrs.-accepted in most states including California):