Presented by: Chelsea Tripp, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Oncology);, Timothy Fan, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (SAIM, Oncology);, Jeffrey Bryan, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVIM (Oncology);, Douglas Thamm, VMD, DACVIM (Oncology)
Sponsored by: Virbac, University of Missouri Veterinary Health Center Oncology Service
There are different approaches to cancer treatment and, for some types of cancer, the therapy may be individualized (precision medicine) based on information specific to the affected patient. Treating cancer in dogs and cats hinges on the partnership betw... moreThere are different approaches to cancer treatment and, for some types of cancer, the therapy may be individualized (precision medicine) based on information specific to the affected patient. Treating cancer in dogs and cats hinges on the partnership between the primary care veterinarian and the veterinary oncologist. This collaborative team approach - with the pet patient and its owner at the core - is critical to the successful management of pets with cancer. This segment will delve into the wide array of treatment options that have emerged in the world of cancer care. Dr. Chelsea Tripp will kick off this segment discussing some newer advancements in care that have fewer side effects than traditional IV chemotherapy. She will introduce us to novel therapies in cancer care such as Gold Nanoparticles and Stelfonta® and explain their applications in treating pets with cancer. Dr. Tim Fan will expand on the discussion of how we can reduce the systemic toxicity associated with chemotherapy by directly and locally t... less
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