An Innovative Approach to Managing Anemia in Feline CKD
0.5 CE Credit Hour / Veterinarians & Veterinary Technicians
Overview:
Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) is a prevalent health issue in the feline population, with anemia being a common and often challenging complication. This webinar aims to provide veterinary professionals with an in depth understanding of anemia in cats with CKD and equip them with the latest treatment options and strategies. We'll provide attendees with an overview of CKD in cats, discussing its etiology, prevalence, and impact on feline health. This foundation will help attendees better understand the complex relationship between CKD and anemia. We'll also explore the pathophysiology of anemia in CKD, highlighting the various mechanisms contributing to its development and severity. We will also touch on the importance of addressing the underlying causes of anemia and taking a holistic approach to patient care. Lastly, we'll review an entirely new approach to managing anemia in feline CKD patients. Dr. Quimby will share current research on this innovative treatment, discussing its development, mode of action, and the results of clinical trials. Attendees will gain valuable insights into this promising therapy and how it can potentially revolutionize how we manage anemia in cats with CKD.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the prevalence of anemia of CKD and the deleterious outcomes associated with anemia
- Recognize therapeutic options to manage anemia associated with CKD
- Understand how different options can be implemented and monitoring guidelines for these options
Jessica Mae Quimby, DVM, PhD
Dr. Quimby received her veterinary degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and completed a small animal rotating internship in Sacramento, CA. She subsequently spent two years in feline practice in Grand Rapids, Michigan before moving on to Colorado State University for a combined small animal internal medicine residency and PhD program. She completed a PhD focusing on feline CKD in 2012 and was faculty at Colorado State until 2017. Dr. Quimby is now a faculty member at the Ohio State University. Her research continues to focus on chronic kidney disease in cats. Current research areas include the study of renal aging, telomere length and cellular senescence, novel treatment strategies and evidence-based supportive care strategies. She has an interest in clinical trials and feline clinical pharmacology which is aimed at improving supportive care and quality of life in cats with chronic kidney disease. Dr. Quimby has received the International Renal Interest Society (IRIS) Award and the AVMF/Winn Feline Foundation Research Award for her contributions to nephrology and feline medicine. In 2021 she was selected to serve on the IRIS board.
This program has been approved for 0.5 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval.
This activity is funded by Elanco.
