Top 5 Tips from a Dermatologist for Treating Dogs with Allergic Dermatitis
0.25 Credit Hour / Veterinarians & Veterinary Technicians
Overview:
This course covers key diagnostic, treatment and communication elements involved in successful diagnosis and effective treatment of acute and chronic canine allergic dermatitis, including the following.
Key elements in diagnosis of canine pruritus and treatment of allergic dermatitis:
- Stop the pruritus: we will discuss features of both Apoquel® (oclacitinib tablet) and Cytopoint® to clarify decision-making in the acute and chronic phasis of allergic dermatitis, and flexible dosing of Apoquel. Assessment and interpretation of Apoquel and/or Cytopoint perceived treatment failures will be discussed.
- Assess for ectoparasites: diagnostic techniques as well as the importance of trial ectoparaciticidal therapy will be discussed with a focus on the isooxazoline class.
- Assess for and treat secondary infections: Cytology will be discussed including tips to leverage your technicians in the diagnostic process as well as VetScan Imagyst™ technology.
Key elements in the management of chronic allergic dermatitis:
- Communication tips will be discussed, including key concepts and statements to maximize understanding and compliance.
- Anchor therapies and supportive therapies for management of chronic atopic dermatitis and perceived failure of previously successful anchor therapy.
Learning Objectives:
- Investigate flare factors to assess increases in itch in previously controlled atopic dogs.
- Outline the key elements in the diagnosis of allergic dermatitis and communicate a diagnostic plan to a client or colleague.
- Develop a long-term treatment plan for a patient with chronic atopic dermatitis including anchor and supportive therapies.
- Construct a treatment plan to control allergic pruritus during an ectoparasite or elimination diet trial, and discontinue therapy to interpret the results.
- Evaluate history, diagnostic findings, patient and client needs to synthesize an optimal anchor therapy or therapy for an allergic flare.
Dr. Jennifer Schissler, DVM, MS, Diplomate ACVD
Dr. Schissler obtained her veterinary degree from Colorado State University. She completed her dermatology residency at The Ohio State University. She is uniquely qualified to be here with us to share her love of dermatology given she has been a diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Dermatology for 14 years and has practiced for 18 years. She has extensive experience with therapies in the Zoetis dermatology portfolio while practicing in a specialty hospital in Louisville Kentucky, and practicing at Colorado State University as a faculty clinician for 10 years, as well as via consultation with general practitioners. Dr. Schissler joined Zoetis as a full time employee in February 2023 as a Dermatology Specialist, pursing her passion to help vets enjoy dermatology and otology in general practice. Dr. Schissler has authored peer reviewed articles, written textbook chapters and has provided continuing education at the local, national and international level.
Host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA
Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, is the chief veterinary officer for dvm360®—an MJH Life Sciences® company —who oversees content strategy and development and is the brand voice and personality for dvm360®’s multimedia channels, including dvm360 Live!™, The Vet Blast Podcast, continuing education webinars, and live media broadcasts. Christman also has been in private practice and shelter medicine for 18 years and is currently a member and treasurer of the New Jersey Veterinary Medical Association. He received his DVM degree from Iowa State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine in Ames, Iowa, and his MBA from Aspen University in Denver, Colorado.
Christman is a national thought leader, speaker, and author on practice management, social media, and rehabilitation, he has been featured in multiple publications and appeared on various multimedia shows throughout the United States, sharing his expertise and passion on all things veterinary medicine. As an avid social media influencer for animal health care, he has over 950,000 followers on TikTok and 53,000 followers on Instagram. He loves to engage with fellow pet parents and veterinary professionals across social media. Christman is an advocate of Pride VMC and Pawsibilities. He is also the proud dog dad to 5 dachshunds and believes no one should be deprived of the incredible human-animal bond.
This course is RACE-approved for 0.25 CE credit hours in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval.
This CE course is sponsored by Zoetis.
