Freewheelin' Veterinary Business Q&a Podcast

Episode Description Welcome to another episode of ‘So You’re a Vet Now What?’, the podcast that serves as your audio mentor in your journey as a veterinarian. In this episode, our host, Dr. Moriah McCauley, welcomes back Dr. Alex Sigmund, a board-certified ophthalmologist, to discuss a clinical case involving a young brachycephalic dog with a red, painful eye. They delve into diagnostics, medication choices, and client communication to ensure proper care for this patient.Dr. McCauley seeks advice from Dr. Sigmund, who shares valuable insights into treating eye ulcers. They discuss the importance of visualizing the eye, conducting a Schirmer tear test, and using fluorescein stain to assess the cornea's condition. Dr. Sigmund emphasizes the significance of diagnosing and treating infected ulcers promptly.The conversation covers the choice of antibiotics, with Dr. Sigmund recommending ofloxacin for infected ulcers and discussing the need for culture or cytology to identify the specific bacteria involved. Th