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Veterinary Surgery Podcast

Jolle Kirpensteijn

The Veterinary Surgery Podcast is a first of its kind podcast that focuses on surgical advance in veterinary medicine with host Dr. Jolle Kirpensteijn. Jolle is a diplomate of the American and European Colleges of Veterinary Surgery and has lots of experience in veterinary surgery. Jolle will interview fellow surgeons, review articles that are recently published and will discuss 2 books he will be working on in the near future. You can also follow Jolle on his Global Veterinary Surgery Facebook or

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35:37

Does lorazepam work in cats with urinary obstruction...

Veterinary Surgery Podcast ·

2026/09/30

This podcast episode featured Dr. Jolle interviewing Dr. Jody Lulich about their recent study published in JAVMA titled "Lorazepam Reduces Recurrence of Urethral Obstruction in Male Cats." Dr. Lulich, who is head of the Minnesota Urolith Center that analyzes approximately 100,000 stone submissions annually, discussed their groundbreaking prospective randomized double-blind placebo-controlled study involving 80 cats. The study found that cats treated with lorazepam (a skeletal muscle relaxant) and a

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24:19

Skin fold flaps for the rescue!

Veterinary Surgery Podcast ·

2026/09/17

This Week's Episode: A Look Back — 1995 and the Skin Fold Advancement FlapThis week we travel back three decades to revisit a foundational paper in small animal reconstructive surgery: Geraldine Hunt's 1995 description of the skin fold advancement flap for closing large sternal and inguinal wounds in dogs and cats. Before this technique was described, surgeons facing large ventral defects in these regions had limited options beyond skin grafts or leaving wounds to heal by second intention — both

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16:00

Complications in reconstructive surgery and other news!

Veterinary Surgery Podcast ·

2026/09/10

Dr Jolle is back with a short episode because he will be in NYC this week. He is discussing Chapter 10 of his new reconstruction book, focusing on complications in reconstructive surgery. He also looks at some news about veterinary surgery in the various general journals. More info about his book: https://www.routledge.com/Colour-Atlas-of-Reconstructive-Techniques-in-the-Dog-and-Cat/Kirpensteijn-Stanley-terHaar/p/book/9780367029999

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35:26

Does the Funnel sign in GDV help differentiating...

Veterinary Surgery Podcast ·

2026/09/03

This episode of the Vet Surgery Podcast hosted by Dr. Jolle Kirpensteijn is featuring Dr. Elizabeth Maxwell (Assistant Professor of Surgical Oncology, University of Florida) and Dr. Federico Vilaplana Grosso (Associate Professor in Diagnostic Imaging, University of Florida), who co-authored a recent JAVMA article.Topic: Differentiating 360° GDV from Simple Gastric Dilatation The discussion centered on the caudal esophageal "twist sign" — a funnel-shaped appearance in the lower esophagus that helps

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29:07

A novel Bostonpexy technique for diaphragmatic...

Veterinary Surgery Podcast ·

2026/08/27

In this episode of the Veterinary Surgery Podcast, Dr. Jolle Kirpensteijn sits down with repeat guest Dr. Sarah Boston, a veterinary cancer surgeon, for a wide-ranging conversation. They start with recent literature on staphylectomy techniques before turning to the contentious topic of continued French Bulldog breeding given the breed's well-documented health complications. Dr. Boston walks through her path into veterinary medicine, from deciding on the career at age six to finally landing a

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21:55

To fold or not to fold part 2 with Dr. Bryden Stanley

Veterinary Surgery Podcast ·

2026/08/20

We are not done talking soft palate issues! As a follow up from last week I am discussing the folded flap versus traditional staphylectomy technique for treating brachycephalic airway syndrome in dogs with Dr. Bryden Stanley. Bryden shared her experience using folded flaps when palate thickness exceeds 1.2-1.5 centimeters on CT scans, particularly for patients who haven't responded to traditional staphylectomy. She emphasized the technique requires a robust suture pattern using interrupted 2.0 and

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36:54

Traditional versus the folded flap? That is the...

Veterinary Surgery Podcast ·

2026/08/13

In this episode of the Veterinary Surgery Podcast, Dr. Jolle Kirpenstein interviewed Dr. Ameet Singh about a recently published article in JAVMA comparing folded flap palatoplasty (FPP) and traditional staphylectomy for soft palate surgery in French Bulldogs with BOAS. Dr. Singh summarized the study’s main finding that both techniques resulted in similar positive clinical outcomes, with the key being to perform either technique aggressively. They discussed the study’s methods, including CT

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15:28

Ureteroneocystostomy in Cats

Veterinary Surgery Podcast ·

2026/07/23

This lecture, delivered by DrJolle, reviews a JAVMA article from April 2026 titled "Ureteroneocystostomy as a Treatment for Benign Ureteral Obstruction and Ectopic Ureter in Cats: Thirty-Seven Cases." The retrospective study of 37 cases from the Ryan Veterinary Hospital at the University of Pennsylvania evaluates outcomes and complications of ureteroneocystostomy. Findings indicate this surgery is a viable treatment for benign ureteral obstructions and extramural ectopic ureters in cats, with a long

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24:57

How to deal with the end of life of a pet as a surgeon?

Veterinary Surgery Podcast ·

2026/07/16

I was lucky enough to attend the AVMA Convention 2026 in Anaheim, California, a city known for a few things, and yes, Disney is one of them (though I'll admit I never made it past the parking lot). One of the things I got to do there was host a full day dedicated to podcasts: Veterinary Podcast Day, the first of its kind. It was a joy to bring together so many voices in our profession who are using this format to teach, connect, and just talk shop in a more human way. The Veterinary Surgery Podcast

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16:01

Are secondary liver tumors related to the primary one?

Veterinary Surgery Podcast ·

2026/07/08

This episode of the Veterinary Surgery podcast focuses on liver tumors in dogs. Dr. Jolle Kirpensteijn discusses a recently published article examining canine hepatic neoplasia, covering diagnostic approach, surgical decision-making, and outcomes data. Topics include distinguishing primary hepatic tumors from metastatic disease. A practical, evidence-based look at a challenging area of veterinary surgical oncology.

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2:11

Introduction to the Veterinary Surgery Podcast

Veterinary Surgery Podcast ·

2026/05/22

Hello, and welcome. I am Der. Jolle Kirpensteijn, and if you have found your way here, chances are you are a veterinary surgeon, a surgical resident, a student with a scalpel dream, or someone who simply cannot stop thinking about what happens in the operating room. This podcast is for you. Surgery is a discipline that rewards curiosity, humility, and the willingness to keep learning long after the diploma is on the wall. That is the spirit behind what we are building here, a space for conversation,

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33:31

VSPC 25-01 Sarah Boston

Veterinary Surgery Podcast ·

2025/04/01

Episode 1: Surgical Oncology, Canadian Identity, Keynotes & Comedy with Dr. Sarah Boston. In this fun and thoughtful reboot of the Global Veterinary Surgery Podcast, Dr. Jolle Kirpensteijn welcomes his first guest: the brilliant and hilarious Dr. Sarah Boston, a veterinary surgical oncologist, author, and stand-up comedian.They kick things off with Jolle’s confession about ghosting his own podcast for a year (he blames only himself… and maybe podcasting burnout), and how a passionate resident

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1:09

Introduction to the relaunch of the NEW Vet Surgery...

Veterinary Surgery Podcast ·

2025/03/29

I’m thrilled to relaunch this podcast for all the veterinary surgery nerds out there — you know who you are! Every two weeks, I’ll be diving into the latest and greatest in veterinary surgery. We’ll break down fresh surgical articles, highlight the hottest news in our field, and sit down with some of the most interesting and inspiring veterinary surgeons from around the world. Expect insights, some spirited discussions, and maybe even a few laughs along the way.

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17:26

Feline antebrachial fractures and new wound...

Veterinary Surgery Podcast ·

2024/03/12

Calling all veterinary surgery enthusiasts! Guess who's back with a perfectly exciting new episode? That's right, the Veterinary Surgery Podcast is back in action, and this time, we're diving deep into the world of feline antebrachial fractures and wound management. From unraveling the complexities of these delicate fractures to exploring the latest advancements in wound care, we have all the insights you need to elevate your surgical game. Whether you're a seasoned vet or a passionate animal lover,

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19:30

New surgical technique for primary hyperparathyrodism

Veterinary Surgery Podcast ·

2023/03/12

Our first article of the year will discuss the surgical description and outcome of ultrasound-guided minimally invasive parathyroidectomy in 50 dogs with primary hyperparathyroidism. We will have a short interview with Alasdair Hotson Moore and some surgery news.

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30:46

Cat ear issues and checklist manifesto with Dr. Ameet...

Veterinary Surgery Podcast ·

2021/07/11

And we are back! We discuss c chronic otitis externa in the cat thanks to a great article in JFMS and have a great interview with Dr. Ameet Singh about why checklists are so important in human and veterinary surgery. So excited that we are on a roll again

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33:49

Gorilla glue, co-morbidities of being a fat pet and...

Veterinary Surgery Podcast ·

2021/04/05

We are back with a great interview with Dr. Karen Perry from Michigan State University, discussing everything you always wanted to know about patella luxations in dogs and cats. I also discuss a great article about gorilla glue and what happens when a dog (cats would never do that!) eats it. Last but not least, some news about cannabis usage and fat pet risks.

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34:00

Magic surgery pens, uroabdomen and missing soft...

Veterinary Surgery Podcast ·

2021/01/30

In this exciting podcast, we speak with Dr. Nick Bacon from the UK about the efficiency of CTs in diagnosing soft tissue sarcoma metastasis. Nick explains to us that it is not always useful to do a CT and tells us when we should and should not spend our money on CTs. We also discuss a UK article about uroabdomen in cats and we have a magic pen that can differentiate between tumor and normal tissue in surgery.

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38:05

Total hip replacement, amputations and a new DOR...

Veterinary Surgery Podcast ·

2020/12/22

In this episode, we have an extra-long interview with Dr. Peter Lotsikas from Skylos Sports Medicine. We discuss his latest publication about the combination of total hip replacement and amputation in dogs. Peter has a fascinating story about his surgery background and the article. He explains that THR has become very advanced and that dogs with amputation do really well with a THR if needed. We end the podcast with a neighboring article from the same journal, where a new technique for stenotic

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42:29

Feeling constipated, geeking out with statistics and...

Veterinary Surgery Podcast ·

2020/11/08

The amazing Dr. Laura Selmic is joining me this week and we have an extra-long interview. I first discuss chronic constipation in the cat and doing a subtotal vs a total colectomy. Laura and I the talk about her career, statistics in general, and a study she performed looking at splenic HSA in small breed dogs in comparison to large breeds. Definitely a great episode.

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