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At Vetahead Pod, we offer two different programs, the “15 Minutes with Dr. Proença”, with bite-sized, thought-provoking, evidence based ZooMed content (exotic animal medicine), and The Honest, by Vetahead, with insightful conversations and unique perspectives connecting us through shared narratives and the messy, beautiful journey of life.
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Get ahead with VETAHEAD and join Dr. Laila Proença™ on 15 minutes of ZooMed (exotic animal medicine) content. Today, let's dive into a surprisingly neglected topic that affects the safety ofevery anesthetized patient—yes, even your ZooMed (exotics)! Are your endotracheal tube cleaning protocols backed by science or just a mishmash of tradition and guesswork?Based on a real-world study using anesthetized dogs, we explore four popular cleaning protocols—water, detergent, chlorhexidine, and bleach—and the unexpected results that might just blow your mind (spoiler: water held its ground!). From bacterial growth to practical takeaways for everyday clinical settings, this episode is packed with valuable insights that could reshape how your team approaches tube hygiene. If you’ve ever reused an endotracheal tube or debated how to clean your V-gels, this one’s for you.Click here to get your VETAHEAD E-Magazine! Click here to receive a VETAHEAD Gift!Do you want to access more ZooMed (exotics) knowledge directly from specialists? Come with us and #jointhemovement #nospeciesleftbehindHead to VETAHEAD WebsiteJoin our VETAHEAD Community Follow @vetahead.vet on InstagramSubscribe to @vetahead channel on YouTubeFollow @vetahead on FacebookFollow @vetahead on TikTok
Apr 23, 2025
#15MinutesWithDrProença Canceling Metoclopramide and Cisapride in Rabbits: News or Patriarchy?
Get ahead with VETAHEAD and join Dr. Laila Proença™ on 15 minutes of ZooMed (exotic animal medicine) content. In this firecracker of an episode, Dr. Laila Proença digs deep into the controversial conversation shaking up the world of rabbit medicine — do metoclopramide and cisapride actually help, or are we clinging to outdated practices? With new data reaffirming what female-led research has already shown for nearly a decade, it’s time we ask: is this “breaking news” or just patriarchy in action? Get ready for science-backed sass, some serious myth-busting, and a conversation on gender bias in veterinary science you didn’t know you needed. Tune in as we revisit the evidence and reframe how we approach GI care in rabbits—with facts, fairness, and a healthy dose of feminism. Evidence-based medicine meets critical thinking meets change. Are you in?Click here to get your VETAHEAD E-Magazine! Click here to receive a VETAHEAD Gift!Do you want to access more ZooMed (exotics) knowledge directly from specialists? Come with us and #jointhemovement #nospeciesleftbehindHead to VETAHEAD WebsiteJoin our VETAHEAD Community Follow @vetahead.vet on InstagramSubscribe to @vetahead channel on YouTubeFollow @vetahead on FacebookFollow @vetahead on TikTok
Apr 18, 2025
#TheHonest Love Bonds with Jenny Januszewski
In this special #TBT on Friday edition of The Honest Podcast, we rewind to pre COVID-19 quarantine. Please keep in mind the date these episodes were recorded, as the topics discussed are related to the events and circumstances of that time. Enjoy this nostalgic journey with us!Dr. Laila Proença sits down with the multi-talented Jenny Januszewski—actress, writer, director, photographer, and devoted hamster mom—to explore the deep bonds that tie us to both humans and animals. Jenny shares her journey as an adoptee and an adoptive mom, reflecting on the profound love that transcends biology. From the tiny paws of her beloved hamsters to the immense heart of motherhood, Jenny’s story is a testament to the power of connection. As she beautifully puts it, “My hamster is the exact same size as my heart.” Join us for an intimate, inspiring conversation about love, family, and the magic of the bonds we create.Keep up with VETAHEAD!Head to VETAHEAD WebsiteJoin our VETAHEAD Community Follow @vetahead.vet on InstagramSubscribe to @vetahead channel on YouTubeFollow @vetahead on FacebookFollow @vetahead on TikTok
Get ahead with VETAHEAD and join Dr. Laila Proença™ on 15 minutes of ZooMed (exotic animal medicine) content. Euthanasia is never easy — especially in reptiles, where vascular access can turn into a challenge and distressing scenes are the last thing you want during such a delicate moment. Today, le'ts dive into a new study testing transmucosal administration of pentobarbital and phenytoin as a potential alternative for bearded dragons.Sounds great in theory, right? Less invasive, less stressful… except it turns out the road to a peaceful goodbye isn’t that simple. Between delayed cardiac arrest, distress behaviors, and some very questionable absorption, this method may not be the smooth solution we hoped for.If you’ve ever wondered what really happens when you try this route or debated the best way to approach reptile euthanasia in front of an owner — this episode’s for you. Grab your coffee, and let’s unpack what works, what doesn’t, and why good intentions sometimes need a backup plan.Click here to get your VETAHEAD E-Magazine! Click here to receive a VETAHEAD Gift!Do you want to access more ZooMed (exotics) knowledge directly from specialists? Come with us and #jointhemovement #nospeciesleftbehindHead to VETAHEAD WebsiteJoin our VETAHEAD Community Follow @vetahead.vet on InstagramSubscribe to @vetahead channel on YouTubeFollow @vetahead on FacebookFollow @vetahead on TikTok
Get ahead with VETAHEAD and join Dr. Laila Proença™ on 15 minutes of ZooMed (exotic animal medicine) content. Today, let's put portable glucometers to the test — literally. A new study takes on the challenge of figuring out whether those quick glucose readings in bearded dragons are actually reliable or just giving us false confidence. Turns out, things get messy fast. From wild overestimations to numbers that completely miss the mark, these devices might be leading us down the wrong diagnostic path.Dr. Laila Proença™ breaks it all down with her usual clinical humor and critical insights — because the last thing any of us needs is a math problem during rounds. If you’ve ever second-guessed a glucose reading in a reptile, this one’s for you. Grab your coffee, and let’s talk about when these devices help… and when they absolutely don’t.Click here to get your VETAHEAD E-Magazine! Click here to receive a VETAHEAD Gift!Do you want to access more ZooMed (exotics) knowledge directly from specialists? Come with us and #jointhemovement #nospeciesleftbehindHead to VETAHEAD WebsiteJoin our VETAHEAD Community Follow @vetahead.vet on InstagramSubscribe to @vetahead channel on YouTubeFollow @vetahead on FacebookFollow @vetahead on TikTok
Get ahead with VETAHEAD and join Dr. Laila Proença™ on 15 minutes of ZooMed (exotic animal medicine) content. Think all blood tubes are created equal? Think again. Today, we’re diving into a study that settles one of reptile medicine’s most overlooked debates — should you be using EDTA or heparin for CBCs in your bearded dragon patients?Turns out, heparin might be sabotaging your counts — lowering WBCs, wrecking cell morphology, and leaving you with unreadable smears (yikes). EDTA? It’s the MVP you didn’t know you needed. Join Dr. Proença for a deep dive into how one simple change can level up your diagnostics and prevent you from missing infections, inflammation, and more. Because even tiny dragons deserve accurate bloodwork. Listen now — your CBCs will thank you!Click here to get your VETAHEAD E-Magazine! Click here to receive a VETAHEAD Gift!Do you want to access more ZooMed (exotics) knowledge directly from specialists? Come with us and #jointhemovement #nospeciesleftbehindHead to VETAHEAD WebsiteJoin our VETAHEAD Community Follow @vetahead.vet on InstagramSubscribe to @vetahead channel on YouTubeFollow @vetahead on FacebookFollow @vetahead on TikTok
Get ahead with VETAHEAD and join Dr. Laila Proença™ on 15 minutes of ZooMed (exotic animal medicine) content. Think heart disease is just a mammal problem? Think again! In this eye-opening episode, let's dive deep into a fascinating retrospective study on cardiovascular disease in bearded dragons — yes, those charismatic little reptiles warming laps everywhere. With insights from 54 cases across 15 years, you'll learn why cardiac conditions in beardies are so often missed, what subtle signs to watch for, and how diagnostics like ultrasound and echo can change your approach. From aneurysms to pericardial effusions, this episode is packed with clinical pearls that will sharpen your reptile game. Whether you treat ZooMed (exotics) or just love a good deep dive into underdiagnosed conditions, this one's a must-listen. Your future scaly patients will thank you.Click here to get your VETAHEAD E-Magazine! Click here to receive a VETAHEAD Gift!Do you want to access more ZooMed (exotics) knowledge directly from specialists? Come with us and #jointhemovement #nospeciesleftbehindHead to VETAHEAD WebsiteJoin our VETAHEAD Community Follow @vetahead.vet on InstagramSubscribe to @vetahead channel on YouTubeFollow @vetahead on FacebookFollow @vetahead on TikTok
Get ahead with VETAHEAD and join Dr. Laila Proença™ on 15 minutes of ZooMed (exotic animal medicine) content. Today, let's challenge everything we thought we knew about reptile diagnostics! Dr. Laila Proença™ dives into a fascinating study exploring thepostprandial effects of uric acid, bile acids, and glucose in bearded dragons—and the results might just change how you interpret bloodwork.Turns out, feeding before sampling significantly alters biochemical values, potentially leading to misdiagnosis of renal or hepatic disease. So, should we start recommending fasting for our scaly patients? And if so, for how long? Tune in to uncover how diet influences blood parameters in reptiles and how to improve diagnostic accuracy in your clinic!Click here to get your VETAHEAD E-Magazine! Click here to receive a VETAHEAD Gift!Do you want to access more ZooMed (exotics) knowledge directly from specialists? Come with us and #jointhemovement #nospeciesleftbehindHead to VETAHEAD WebsiteJoin our VETAHEAD Community Follow @vetahead.vet on InstagramSubscribe to @vetahead channel on YouTubeFollow @vetahead on FacebookFollow @vetahead on TikTok
In this special #TBT on Friday edition of The Honest Podcast, we rewind to pre COVID-19 quarantine. Please keep in mind the date these episodes were recorded, as the topics discussed are related to the events and circumstances of that time. Enjoy this nostalgic journey with us!What happens when you bring a brutally honest, well-traveled veterinarian with a sharp wit and a heart of gold onto The Honest Podcast? Absolute chaos—mixed with deep, meaningful insights, of course. Dr. Laila Proença sits down with Dr. Oded “Odie” Marcovici, at the time a veterinary recruiter and global professional relations expert. Their conversation is equal parts hilarious and heartfelt as they dive into sibling rivalry, childhood bullying, raising kids without religious influence, and even the unexpected consequences of eating pink popcorn in Brazil.Through sarcasm, storytelling, and plenty of laughter, Dr. Marcovici shares his journey—from growing up between Israel, Canada, and the U.S. to navigating the ever-changing veterinary profession. And despite his tough exterior, it’s clear that beneath it all, his heart is as soft as cotton candy. Tune in for a rollercoaster of emotions, candid confessions, and a reminder that the most valuable friendships are the ones that survive honesty at its rawest.Keep up with VETAHEAD!Head to VETAHEAD WebsiteJoin our VETAHEAD Community Follow @vetahead.vet on InstagramSubscribe to @vetahead channel on YouTubeFollow @vetahead on FacebookFollow @vetahead on TikTok
Mar 12, 2025
#15MinutesWithDrProença Calcium Confessions: Rethinking Rabbit Nutrition & Cecal Secrets!
Get ahead with VETAHEAD and join Dr. Laila Proença™ on 15 minutes of ZooMed (exotic animal medicine) content. Think you know how rabbits handle calcium? Think again! Today, let's uncover a fascinating twist in rabbit physiology—turns out, their cecum, not the duodenum, is the MVP of calcium absorption! What does this mean for rabbit diets? Should we still fear high-calcium foods? And what about those infamous urinary issues? Dr. Laila Proença™ dives into groundbreaking research that challenges long-held beliefs and offers practical insights for veterinary professionals treating ZooMed (exotics) pets.Grab your stethoscope and maybe a glass of wine — this episode is packed with science, surprises, and some strong opinions!Click here to get your VETAHEAD E-Magazine! Click here to receive a VETAHEAD Gift!Do you want to access more ZooMed (exotics) knowledge directly from specialists? Come with us and #jointhemovement #nospeciesleftbehindHead to VETAHEAD WebsiteJoin our VETAHEAD Community Follow @vetahead.vet on InstagramSubscribe to @vetahead channel on YouTubeFollow @vetahead on FacebookFollow @vetahead on TikTok