The Expert Vet™
Tracie Hotchner
Donna Spector, DVM, DACVIM, is The Expert Vet! This show is for dog and cat owners as well as vet techs and other veterinarians, who need help diagnosing, understanding and treating complicated medical conditions and nutrition issues. The show offers detailed explanations of medical conditions and Dr. Donna’s opinion about chronic, complicated or unusual problems, advice about pain management, cancer diagnosis and treatment, and even how to avoid unnecessary vaccinations.Dr. Donna Spector is a board-certified veterinary Internal Medicine Specialist who is also an active member of the Association of Holistic Veterinarians, knowledgeable about traditional Western medicine as well as alternative therapies and points of view. Dr. Donna is widely recognized for her role as consulting veterinarian and her widely-quoted dog and cat health advice in print and on radio. Dr. Donna practices Internal Medicine in the Northern Chicago area.
Episodes
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Sep 24, 2018 • 18min
Detecting Kidney Disease Early
A ground-breaking new test to identify early kidney disease in cats
May 21, 2018 • 18min
Bladder Stones and Infections in Dogs
Everything you need to know about dogs and bladder stones and infections
May 7, 2018 • 18min
Urinary Crystals in Cats
Dr. Donna explains that urinary crystals are the biggest health issue in cats
Mar 6, 2018 • 21min
Diets for Cancer Patients
Dr. Donna Spector talks about diets for cancer patients and what sorts of foods to include
Dec 25, 2017 • 24min
Deadly Potential of C-DIFF Bacteria
Prevalence of C-DIFF bacteria and its potential to turn deadly
Dec 4, 2017 • 23min
Skin Problems, Flaking Skin, Hair Loss
Dr. Donna, a specialist in skin problems in pets, dives into the complexities of canine skin issues. She elucidates common symptoms like flaking skin and hair loss. Discussion revolves around the significance of thorough examinations to uncover underlying causes. Dr. Donna also contrasts allergy testing techniques for pets, detailing their unique challenges. Additionally, she explains the relationship between skin conditions and thyroid dysfunction, stressing the importance of accurate diagnosis and effective treatment options.
Aug 7, 2017 • 20min
Is Broccoli Toxic to Dogs?
Is broccoli toxic? Dr Donna's answer: YES and NO
Jun 26, 2017 • 24min
Abuse of Antibiotics for Urinary Tract Disease
After this show you may know more than your vet about over-use and mis-use of antibiotics for urinary tract disease.
May 8, 2017 • 23min
Can Dogs Give Kids Strep Throat?
Some pediatricians mistakenly tell parents the family dog is how their child got strep throat
Mar 27, 2017 • 36min
Intra-Species Research Seredipity Provides Unexpected Cures
Research scientist Terry Beardsley on serendipity in intra-species medical research leading to unexpected cures, including promising treatment for osteoarthritis in dogs
