Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds
Episodes
Osteosarcoma Analgesia; What More Can We Do? with Katelyn McDonald CVT, VTS (Oncology)
04 Jun 2026
Contributed by Lukas
A friend of mine recently called me up because his dog was diagnosed with osteosarcoma. The dog was on carprofen and the clinician told my friend ther...
Acetaminophen's Place in Your Practice with Matt Gurney
03 May 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Paracetamol is a staple in UK anesthesia practice, but in North America, it is hardly utilized. n this episode, we break down the pharmacology, specie...
This Cat has a Murmur- Now What?1? with Dr. Gianluca Bini
08 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We've all been there. You need to run diagnostics, or place a catheter, but it's not going to happen without some heavy sedation. But, what do you do ...
Preventing Intra-op Hypothermia with Benita Altier LVT, VTS (Dentistry)
30 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Hypothermia can happen during any anesthesia procedure, but it seems especially common during dentistry procedures. In this episode we chat with Benit...
Utilizing GV 20 for Sedation Protocols with Darci Palmer
01 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re chatting with Darci Palmer, CVT, VTS (Anesthesia & Analgesia), about a simple but powerful tool you can add to your sedation ...
Pediatric & Neonatal Anesthesia with Dr. Sheilah Robertson BVMS, PhD, DACVAA, DECVAA, DACAW, DECAWBM (WSEL), CVA, MRCVS
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds podcast we sit down with renowned veterinary anesthesiologist Dr. Sheilah Robertson to tackle the u...
Surgical Recovery and Environmental Enrichment with Tabitha Kucera, RVT,KPA-CTP, VTS (Behavior)
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do your surgical patients need more than just a comforter and a heat source in recovery? Join Tabitha Kucera, RVT, KPA-CTP, VTS (Behavior) as we talk...
Inhalant Anesthesia Showdown with Jen Dupre-Welsh, CVT, VTS (Anesthesia & Analgesia)
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re diving into the world of inhalant anesthetics—specifically isoflurane and sevoflurane—and how they fit into a balanced an...
Nutrition's Important Role in Anesthesia & Pain Management- with Robin Saar, RVT, VTS (Nutrition)
20 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Nutrition is often a forgotten aspect of the overall animal healthcare experience, especially when compared to the more "sexy" specialties such as ECC...
Should I Be Using PEEP? with Erin Czerwonka, RVT, RRT
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sure you have used the vent, but are you always using PEEP? Should we always be using PEEP? This episode features Erin Czerwonka who is not only and R...
Is Anesthesia Killing the Planet? with Toby Trimble BVM BVS, BVMedSci, MVM, Dip. ECVAA, MRCVS
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With all the buzz around climate change, you may not have stopped to think how our work in anesthesia contributes to the overall warming of the planet...
Are we Overdoing it with the Opioids? with Dr. Gianluca Bini
28 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Listen in to this episode of the Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds podcast for a crucial discussion with Dr. Gianluca Bini on the evolving landscape of peri...
So, you want to be a VTS? Start Here!
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Have you been thinking about taking that next step in your tech anesthesia journey? Join Darci Palmer and Tasha McNerney as they break down the specif...
Which Opioid Should I Choose?
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
You think your anesthesia plan needs an opioid (and you're probably right) but which one to choose? From receptors to duration, join Stephen, Darci, a...
Oxygenation VS Ventilation Showdown with Meagan Crowley RVT, VTS (Anesthesia & Analgesia)
23 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ever wondered about the difference between oxygenation and ventilation? 🫁💨 Join us as Veterinary Technician Specialist Meagan Crowley breaks it ...
Managing Intra Op Hypotension with Amanda Shelby
02 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We are all taught in school that if a patient become hypotensive, they should receive a fluid bolus. But, does that make sense for all patients? When ...
Alpha 2 Overview
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join all 3 Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds as we geek out over Alpha 2 drugs! Darci Palmer, Stephen Cital, and Tasha McNerney give you a breakdown of the ...
Incorporating ERAS in Anesthesia & Analgesia
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
ERAS (enhanced recovery after surgery) are gaining ground in human anesthesia ad surgery, but what do they mean for veterinary medicine? Today I discu...
My Patient **may have** Mitral Valve Disease, Now What?
24 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by Gianluca Bini, DACVAA and we are discussing how to safely anesthetize the dog with a murmur that hasn't been completely investi...
Ketamine's Role in Pain Mangement with Dr. Matthew Gurney, BVSc CertVA PgCertVBM DipECVAA FRCVS
12 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There's been a LOT of talk about Ketamine recently. Not only as an induction agent but also its larger role as an NMDA receptor antagonist and how thi...
VAN 059- Career Switch to Human Anesthesia with Morgan McCann CVT, VTS (Anesthesia & Analgesia)
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
So, have you ever wondered what it would be like to make the switch from veterinary nursing to the human side? Well, today we are talking with Morgan ...
VAN 058- Guinea Pig Anesthesia with Dr. Omar Zaheer
12 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by Dr. Omar Zaheer, DACZM discussing all things Piggies and why your dosing calculations may be a lil off! Dr. Omar Zaheer gradua...
VAN 057- Does Team Culture Influence Anesthetic Safety with Dr. Cyndie Courtney
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Does team culture play a role in patient safety? The research may surprise you! Dr. Cyndie Courtney is back for round 2 helping us dive into the resea...
VAN 056- Dr. Cyndie Courtney
01 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
You've probably seen a study referenced in lectures or online forums as a way to present evidence-based theories. But have you ever wondered what all ...
VAN 055- Darci Palmer, LVT, VTS (anesthesia & analgesia)
01 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Waking up is hard to do...especially when it's after anesthesia. This episode of the podcast features Darci Palmer LVT, VTS (anesthesia & analgesia) d...
VAN 054- Glynis Wileman BSc, RRT, CET, PhD
10 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You know I love my ventilator... see the photo for how I reacted when we got the new Mindray Veta 5 in-house! But when using a ventilator in anesthesi...
VAN 053- Feliza Lopez LVT,VTS (ECC)
04 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
As you all know recovery from anesthesia and surgery is an integral part of the process. In today's episode, we talk with Feliza Lopez a VTS ECC techn...
VAN 052- Clair Sauer, MSEd, CVT
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
When it comes to onboarding your new hires what's the one thing that seems to inevitably get messed up? Training! Especially in surgery and anesthesia...
VAN 051- S. Bryce Dooley DVM, DACVAA
04 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We've all been there...the patient comes to our surgery service with buprenorphine on board. Now what do we do? Can we give pure mu opioids? Is bupren...
VAN 050- VAN x AnesthesiaGawd
23 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Worlds collide on this episode of the VAN podcast! We are joined by CRNA known as "AnesthesiaGawd" on the socials. We talk about becoming a CRNA, diff...
VAN 049- Rian Ashmore CVT, VTS (Anesthesia)
09 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There one drug class that can strike fear into the hearts of veterinary professionals: NMBA or muscle relaxers. This drug class is often used in optho...
VAN 048- Elizabeth Hart BS, CVT, VTS (Anesthesia)
30 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Your mission should you choose to accept it...anesthetize this old cranky cat with kidney disease. There are many variables to consider and VTS Anesth...
VAN 047- Michelle Albino VTS (Anesthesia)
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
BP goes down and the fluids go up...that's the way it goes right? Well it might be time to re-think those old rules of hypotension management. Today ...
VAN 046- Stephen Cital RVT, VTS (LAM), SRA, CVPP
25 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is Gabapentin the new Tramadol? We see quite a many post on Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds discussing the use of Gabapentin for acute post surgical pain....
Amy Newfield, CVT, VTS(ECC), MSEd
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Anesthesia Machine? Check ✅ Emergency Drugs? Check ✅ Checklists are an integral part of our daily lives in the vet clinic, increasing efficiency a...
VAN 044- Stephen Cital RVT, VTS(LAM), CVPP, SRA & Liz Hughston MsEd, RVT, VTS(ECC/Internal Medicine)
20 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
well we know cannabis has been a hot topic in vet med for a while now but it still seems like there are some inconsistencies in the information out th...
VAN 043- Senani Ratnayake, BSc, RVT
13 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes you hit a point in your career where you inveitibly ask, "What's next?" Often that next is a leadership position. But what if you don't want...
VAN 042- Courtney Scales, DipVN, NCert(Anaesth), RVN
28 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How well can you "go with the flow"? Today we talk about oxygen flow rates, breathing systems, and when an NRB really is a wiser choice. Courtney is...
VAN 041- Kristen Cooley CVT, VTS (ANES), CVCC, CVPP
14 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
With the price of eggs skyrocketing, some folks think a backyard chicken empire is the way to go. But, how much do we know about chicken anesthesia? C...
VAN 040- VAN x COS Mashup
14 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Collab alert! Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds is joining forces with Dr. Andy Roark and the crew at Cone of Shame to talk all about drugs you need in your...
VAN 039- Darragh O'Hanlon BA Int, MVB, MRCVS, CertVD
01 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
While skin issues may not be everyone's cuppa tea, they are important and often the pain associated with them is untreated. This episode I talk with v...
VAN 038- Podcast Mashup! VAN and IM for Vet Techs Podcast
25 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, LVT, VTS SAIM as we talk WITH Tasha McNerney BS, CVT, VTS (anesthesia and analgesia) ab...
VAN 037- Theresa Cosper Roberts RVT
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever came back from a conference and wanted to try a new protocol or technique and were met with resistance or even flat out turned away? It'...
VAN 036- Matt Brunke, DVM, Diplomate ACVSMR, CCRP, CVPP, CVA, CCMT
30 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Well well well.... my dad got a new dog ( and of course its a SILVER LAB!!!) cue the collective groans...no surprise its a lemon and it now has some e...
VAN 035- Vet Tech Cafe
26 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you've ever been to IVECCS chances are you have heard the brilliant minds behind Vet Tech Café, Jeff Backus and Dave Cowan (both VTS (ECC)) Today ...
VAN 034- Tails from a Vet Tech
01 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is a mashup with Tabitha Kucera ! We call it practicing veterinary medicine because we are always improving. The use of inhalant chambe...
VAN 033- Kelly Foltz, CVT, VTS (ECC)
20 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when a VTS in ECC gets into a position to really enact some effective change? Well, we discuss that and more with the amazing Kelly Foltz...
VAN 032- Amber LaRock LVT
01 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like giving up clinic life and heading to a far off destination? What if you could blend veterinary medicine together with travel to ...
VAN 031- Fred Wininger VMD, MS, DACVIM (Neuro)
21 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
You've done a few TPLO's right? You've seen a down dog? But have you been doing these key things to help your ortho and neuro patients have a faster a...
VAN 030- Marcia Fletcher RVNS, VTS (Anesthesia)
06 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
YOU GUYS! This is the one right here, this episode is chock full of so much practical anesthesia information and it's all due to my guest Marcia Fletc...
VAN 029- Ben Brainard VMD, DACVAA, DACVECC
17 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How do you determine oxygen flow during anesthesia? Are you a "set it and forget it" type of anesthetist, or do you adjust your O2 constantly? Do you ...
VAN 028- Liz Vetrano BS,CVT
26 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ok BIRDBRAINS this one if for you! 🦜🦅🦆🦉🐦 Avian anesthesia can strike fear in the hearts of many but guest Liz Vetrano CVT is here to h...
VAN 027- Jody Nugent Deal RVT, VTS (Anes.), VTS (CP-Exotics)
12 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you just as hesitant with rabbit anesthesia as I am? 😬 Buns are so amazing and deserve the same level of high quality anesthesia and pain manag...
VAN 026- Kim Spelts BS,CVT, VTS (Anesthesia)
13 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Picture this... Your job is a new clinic each week and you have complete autonomy over your schedule. Sound too good to be true? Well it's exactly wha...
VAN 025- Liz Hughston MEd., RVT, CVT, LVT, LVMT, VTS (SAIM)(ECC)
14 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
How can you enact change? How can you convince your colleagues to try new things especially when it comes to high stakes stuff like anesthesia? How ca...
VAN 024- Charlette Cain DVM, MS, DACLAM
26 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This one is for all my Lab Animal and Research nerds! This episode of the Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds podcast focuses on the career options within res...
VAN 023- Katie Ford BVSc(Hons) CertAVP(SAM) PGCert MRCVS
16 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Does the thought of anesthesia and surgery keep you up at night? Are you unsure of your skills and feel like a total imposter? Well, join Katie Ford ...
VAN 022- Ralph Harvey DVM, MS, DACVAA
29 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Older cat with kidney disease that needs extensive dentistry? An anesthetic nightmare? Not so says Dr. Ralph Harvey DVM, DACVAA. Ralph Harvey, DVM, ...
VAN 021- Fabian Rivers BVetMed MRCVS
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Love bearded dragons and amazing accents!? Well, then have we got the vet for you... check out his Instagram @Dreadyvet for adorable photos and real l...
VAN 020- Rory Cowlam BVetMed MRCVS
15 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Lets take a trip across the pond and discuss all the amazing UK things love...the skating rink outside the history museum in the winter, a good latte ...
VAN 019- Tabitha Kucera CCBC, RVT, KPA-CTP
17 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Tired of wrestling with patients to get an IV catheter in? Really tired of trying to get a fearful cat into an aquarium to gas it down? Well, our ne...
VAN 018- Noah Jones RVT, VTS(Lab Animal), RT
18 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Join us on a respiratory adventure with Noah Jones, and RVT that made the switch over to working with people ( I know...gross) as a respiratory therap...
VAN 017- Jenny Fisher RVT, VTS-Oncology
28 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Back when I started in vet med, a diagnosis of osteosarcoma meant amputation or euthanasia. Now with more advanced treatment modalities we can create ...
VAN 016- Cody Creelman, DVM
14 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
So, a cow walks into a vet clinic...now what? Ever wondered how we treat bovine pain? Ever want to wake up at 4am to do a farm call? Ever put on one o...
VAN 015- Christopher Norkus DVM, DACVECC, DACVAA
11 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Norkus is back! I don't know about your clinic but ours seems to be inundated with pandemic puppies... and pregnant patients. We have been seeing...
VAN 014- Kristen Messenger DVM, DACVAA, DACVCP
29 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With covid-19 showing no signs of slowing down, veterinarians are facing some of the realities of limited supply. Not only are items like masks and gl...
VAN 013- Chris Norkus DVM, DACVECC, DACVAA
09 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's not officially summer until you treat 3 urethral obstruction cats in a row... and to get you through it Anesthesia Nerds presents this week's gue...
VAN 012- Shanna McAlarnen CVT
26 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know the secret to having a fulfilling career and getting the most out of your life? I don't either which is why I turned to Shanna McAlarnen C...
VAN 011- Mark Romanoski RVT
17 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week we explore the amazing world of zoo animal anesthesia with Mark Romanoski RVT from Oklahoma. Mark gives us advice on career paths and his fa...
VAN 010 - Dr. Colin McDermott VMD, CertAqVet
01 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week's guest is Dr. Colin McDermott a New Jersey veterinarian currently living the expat dream in Hong Kong. Colin is a Certified Aquatics Veteri...
VAN 009- Dr. Andy Roark
23 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
When people think of "veterinary celebrity", one name often comes to mind... yes it's technician extraordinaire Stephen Cital... but if he's already b...
VAN 008- Dr. David Dycus
02 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
David Dycus DVM, MS, CCRP, DACVS (Whoa that is a ton of letters!) is here to talk about how we can provide great pain management without relying heav...
VAN 007- Heidi Reuss-Lamky CVT, VTS(Anes.)
17 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Time to check out checklists with Heidi Reuss Lamky a CVT with dual VTS in both Anesthesia and Surgery. In this episode we discuss the importance of u...
VAN 006- David Liss, RVT, VTS(ECC), CVPM
10 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Yeah surgery and anesthesia are fun but have you ever lived through the thrill of proper patient stabilization prior to anesthesia? Live from VMX we ...
VAN 005- Dr. Tammy Grubb
02 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week we talk with Dr.Tammy Grubb DVM, DACVAA and IVAPM member live from the VMX conference on why cats are so amazing! We talk current drug thera...
VAN 004- Karen Roach VTS (ECC)
26 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Karen Roach RVT, VTS (ECC) discusses ways the veterinary technician can utilize different tools of nursing care to help guide pain man...
VAN 003- Dr. Bryce Dooley
13 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Induction Agents: The Good, the Bad, and Propofol! Today's episode we talk with Bryce Dooley DVM, DACVAA about choosing the most appropriate inductio...
VAN 002- Dr. Cassie Janson
06 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome Nerds! This week we talk to Dr. Cassie Janson DVM, DACVECC on how treating poly-trauma patients with the best pain management can improve outc...
VAN 001- Dr. Mike Barletta
30 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Sevoflurane or Isoflurane? Does it matter? In this episode we talk to Dr.Mike Barletta DACVAA from the University of Georgia on inhalant anesthesia o...
VANScastPREVIEW
08 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This is a preview of the upcoming Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds Podcast launching in 2020!