Microbiome Forum Lectures

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Microbiome Forum Lectures

Learn practical information from global experts on how to apply microbiome-centric approaches to patient management.

Events

Abundance of Bacteria and Histopathologic Findings on the Small Intestinal Mucosa of Dogs With Chronic Inflammatory Enteropathies

Microbiome

Abundance of Bacteria and Histopathologic Findings on the Small Intestinal Mucosa of Dogs With Chronic Inflammatory Enteropathies

Paula Giaretta, MedVet, MSc, PhD, DACVP

What histopathological changes are occurring in the small intestine of dogs with chronic inflammatory enteropathies? A recent study evaluating samples from three institutions offers important insights. 

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Less than 30 minutes

Nutrition and FMT for Chronic Enteropathy

Chronic Enteropathy, Fecal Microbiota Transplantation

Nutrition and FMT for Chronic Enteropathy

Kathrin Busch, DVM, DrMedVet, DECVIM-CA

Greater understanding of canine and feline intestinal microbiomes enable the use of nutritional strategies and novel therapies such as fecal microbiota transplantation to manage chronic enteropathies. 

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30-60 minutes

Long-Term Evaluation of the Initial Response to Therapy Categorization in 60 Dogs With Chronic Inflammatory Enteropathy

Microbiome

Long-Term Evaluation of the Initial Response to Therapy Categorization in 60 Dogs With Chronic Inflammatory Enteropathy

Susan Hodel, B Vet Med

Does the categorization of chronic inflammatory enteropathy in canine patients change over time? Answers can be found in the results of this study. 

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Less than 30 minutes

Day 1 Panel Discussion and Closing Remarks

Dietary Elimination Trials, Microbiome

Day 1 Panel Discussion and Closing Remarks

Jan Suchodolski, MedVet, DrVetMed, PhD, AGAF, DACVM
Kathrin Busch, DVM, DrMedVet, DECVIM-CA
Julien Dandrieux, BSc, DrMedVet, PhD, DACVIM (SAIM), MRCVS
Paula Giaretta, MedVet, MSc, PhD, DACVP
Susan Hodel, B Vet Med

The day’s speakers join Dr. Jan Suchodolski to answer questions submitted by audience members. 

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Less than 30 minutes

Decision Making and Controversies in the Use of Gastric Acid Suppressants

Gut Health, Microbiome

Decision Making and Controversies in the Use of Gastric Acid Suppressants

Katie Tolbert, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (SAIM)

Gastric acid suppressants are among the most overprescribed drugs in human and veterinary medicine. Consider these questions before prescribing one. 

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30-60 minutes

Management of Acute Diarrhea—Implementing the New ENOVAT Guidelines

Diarrhea, Microbiome

Management of Acute Diarrhea—Implementing the New ENOVAT Guidelines

Melanie Werner, Dr med vet, DECVIM-CA

Learn how new recommendations can help guide management of canine acute diarrhea without antibiotics.

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30-60 minutes

Differential Fermentation of Fibers by Dogs and Cats

Fiber, Prebiotics

Differential Fermentation of Fibers by Dogs and Cats

Julie Spears, PhD

Learn why testing fermentable fibers and prebiotics in specific species (i.e., dog versus cat) is both necessary and beneficial. 

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Less than 30 minutes

The Gut–Brain Axis in Epilepsy and Cognitive Dysfunction

Epilepsy, Gut-Brain Axis

The Gut–Brain Axis in Epilepsy and Cognitive Dysfunction

Holger Volk, DVM, DECVN, PhD, PGCAP, FHEA, MRCVS

The gut–brain axis and diet play important roles in the management of canine idiopathic epilepsy, its comorbidities, and cognition.

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30-60 minutes

The Gut–Kidney Axis and Its Role in Feline CKD

Chronic Kidney Disease, Gut-Kidney Axis

The Gut–Kidney Axis and Its Role in Feline CKD

Jessica Quimby, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), PhD

Get new insights into how the gut microbiome, uremic toxins, hydration, and diet interact to influence the health of cats with chronic kidney disease. 

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Less than 30 minutes

Managing Difficult Chronic Enteropathy Cases

Chronic Enteropathy, Microbiome

Managing Difficult Chronic Enteropathy Cases

Jan Suchodolski, MedVet, DrVetMed, PhD, AGAF, DACVM
Julia Fritz, DECVCN, FTÄ Tierernährung und Diätetik
Fabio Procoli, DMV, MVetMed, DACVIM, DECVIM-CA (Internal Medicine), MRCVS
Linda Toresson, DVM, PhD
Jenessa Winston, DVM, PhD, DACV

Leading experts discuss management of difficult canine and feline chronic enteropathy cases with an emphasis on practical, evidence-based advice for veterinarians.

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90+ minutes

Purina Institute Microbiome Forum 2022 Day 2 Panel Discussion

Microbiome

Purina Institute Microbiome Forum 2022 Day 2 Panel Discussion

Jan Suchodolski, MedVet, DrVetMed, PhD, AGAF, DACVM
Fabio Procoli, DMV, MVetMed, DACVIM, DECVIM-CA (Internal Medicine), MRCVS
Jenessa Winston, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (SAIM)
Julia Fritz, Dr. med. vet., DECVCN
Jaime Hui, BVSc, DACVIM (SAIM)

The speakers appearing during Day 2 of the Purina Institute Microbiome Forum 2022 join Dr. Jan Suchodolski to answer and discuss questions submitted by audience members. 

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Less than 30 minutes

Longitudinal Assessment of Toxigenic Clostridium perfringens Strains in Dogs With Acute Hemorrhagic Diarrhea Syndrome

Diarrhea, Microbiome

Longitudinal Assessment of Toxigenic Clostridium perfringens Strains in Dogs With Acute Hemorrhagic Diarrhea Syndrome

Helene Stübing, DVM

Is antimicrobial treatment necessary for dogs with acute hemorrhagic diarrhea syndrome without signs of septicemia? Learn what a recent clinical study suggests.

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Less than 30 minutes