October 2021

In his latest Tip of the Week, Gerardo Poli offers up his own approach to one of the most common presentations in general practice.

5 mins

September 2021

Following on from September's post on urinalysis, Gerardo Poli offers some simple tips on the use of dipsticks.

4 mins

Following a previous tip in which he discussed the four basic components of a fluid therapy plan, Gerardo Poli takes a look at perfusion deficits, including clinical signs, cause and treatment.

11 mins

In the second in his series of tips on interpreting effusion samples, Gerardo Poli offers some things to look out for if the effusion is haemorrhagic.

3 mins

Interpreting effusion samples can be confusing, says Gerardo Poli, so try to think of them as if you were collecting a blood sample.

6 mins

Placing all patients on 2% isoflurane and 2l/min oxygen flow rate is common practice, but blanket isoflurane saturations and oxygen flow rates can be dangerous, warns Gerardo Poli.

5 mins

August 2021

Pulse oximetry is a very useful diagnostic and monitoring tool – but, as Gerardo Poli explains, it can give a false sense of security.

4 mins

Need to know if there is an oesophageal foreign body but can’t be certain on radiographs? Dr Gerardo Poli has a quick tip for you.

4 mins

Gerardo Poli offers some tips on radiographic interpretation, a common area he has found many clinicians request more training in.

9 mins

July 2021

Urinalysis is an important diagnostic tool in veterinary practice – so why, asks Gerardo Poli, do some clinicians fail to perform urinalyses even when they are indicated?

4 mins

Dr Gerardo Poli looks at the common problems that come with the use of casts and bandages, and what can be done to reduce the risk of complications occurring.

4 mins

Gerardo Poli says the art of blood smear interpretation is declining, but is an extremely valuable skill that should be part of every in-house haematology.

6 mins

Fluid therapy is a topic that sometimes gets overlooked by vets, partly because there is a misconception that developing fluid plans can be difficult.

5 mins

June 2021

Adverse events during anaesthesia in otherwise young and healthy patients is a rare occurrence. However, … more

5 mins

The ultrasound is an incredibly useful diagnostic tool. In this video tip, Gerardo Poli offers some advice to help you perfect the basics of ultrasound-guided aspiration.

1 mins

Gerardo Poli discusses how web savvy pet owners often visit their vet armed with research and even a diagnosis, and suggests vets attempt to call a truce with Dr Google.

8 mins

Dog bite wounds are one of the most common presentations both in general and emergency practice, and they can often be challenging cases. Here, Gerardo Poli offer some tips on managing these injuries.

5 mins

May 2021

Are you able to undertake the surgery yourself, or should you consider referral to a facility that is better equipped for the challenges that often accompany linear foreign body patients?

7 mins

April 2021

In the second of his three-part series on linear foreign bodies, Gerardo Poli explains how ultrasound can be a “highly sensitive and specific diagnostic test”, but only if you know what you’re looking for…

5 mins

In the first of a three-part series, Gerardo Poli offers hints, tips and considerations to bear in mind when attempting to diagnose the presence of a linear foreign body using radiographs.

5 mins