Dr. Meredith Miller is an associate clinical professor of small animal internal medicine at Cornell University. Dr. Miller’s professional interests include endocrine diseases (especially of senior cats!), diagnostic reasoning, and reducing medical errors.
TOPIC: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Sponsored by Epicur Pharma/Stokes Pharmacy
| 8:00 AM-9:15 AM | Update on Treatment of Diabetes Mellitus in Dogs
Diabetes mellitus is a common endocrine disorder in dogs, requiring lifelong management and a tailored approach for each patient. This session will provide a comprehensive update on the latest advancements in the diagnosis, treatment, and long-term care of diabetic dogs. Topics will include emerging insulin therapies with a focus on degludec (Tresiba®) and glargine U300 (Tuojeo®), continuous glucose monitoring, dietary strategies, and management of concurrent diseases. |
| 9:25 AM-10:25 AM | Insights into Chronic Diarrhea in Dogs
Chronic diarrhea in dogs is a frustrating and complex clinical challenge, with a broad range of potential underlying causes, from dietary intolerance to inflammatory bowel disease and beyond. This session will provide attendees with a structured, evidence-based approach to diagnosing and managing chronic diarrhea cases. Topics will include key diagnostic tests, the role of diet trials, intestinal dysbiosis, and emerging treatment options. |
| 11:00 AM-12:00 PM | Clinical Approach to Polyuria and Polydipsia
Polyuria and polydipsia (PU/PD) are frequent clinical presentations in small animal practice, encompassing a wide array of potential underlying causes. This session aims to equip attendees with a systematic, step-by-step diagnostic approach to effectively identify and manage the root causes of PU/PD in canine and feline patients. |
| 1:30 PM-2:30 PM | Clinical Approach to Bacteriuria
Bacteriuria is a common finding in small animal practice, yet it presents a diagnostic and therapeutic challenge due to its varied clinical significance. This session aims to provide attendees with a comprehensive approach to evaluating and managing bacteriuria in canine and feline patients. Attendees will learn to differentiate between asymptomatic bacteriuria and urinary tract infections (UTIs), understand the indications for antimicrobial therapy, and apply current guidelines for judicious use of antimicrobials. |
| 2:40 PM-3:40 PM | Management of Proteinuria in Dogs and Cats
Proteinuria is an important clinical finding that can indicate underlying kidney disease, systemic disorders, or transient physiological changes. This session will provide an in-depth review of the pathophysiology, diagnostic approach, and evidence-based treatment strategies for managing proteinuria in canine and feline patients. Attendees will gain a clear understanding of when proteinuria is clinically significant, how to interpret diagnostic tests like urine protein-to-creatinine (UPC) ratio and SDS-PAGE, when to pursue a renal biopsy, and the role of therapeutic interventions, including RAAS inhibitors, diet modifications, and adjunctive therapies. |
| 4:15 PM-5:15 PM | Update on Diagnosis and Treatment of Feline Infectious Peritonitis
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) was once considered a fatal disease, but recent advancements in diagnostics and treatment have dramatically changed its prognosis. This session will provide veterinary professionals with the latest updates on the pathophysiology, clinical presentations, and diagnostic approach to FIP, including the role of PCR, serology, and advanced imaging. Attendees will also gain insight into emerging antiviral therapies, treatment protocols, and monitoring strategies for managing affected cats. |
