COS - 292 - HDYTT Allergies When Apoquel Doesn't Work
The DermVet, Dr. Ashley Bourgeois returns to help us navigate canine allergies. In this episode of The Cone of Shame Veterinary Podcast, Dr. Andy Roark welcomes board-certified veterinary dermatologist Dr. Ashley Bourgeois to discuss managing difficult canine allergy cases that don’t respond well to Apoquel or Cytopoint. Dr. Bourgeois offers practical advice on identifying hidden infections in claw folds, using consistent treatment regimens, and when to consider alternatives like skin biopsies or recognizing allergy mimickers such as autoimmune diseases or lymphoma. Tune in for insights on allergy testing, immunotherapy, and effective long-term strategies for managing atopic dermatitis. Gang, let's get into this episode!
LINKS Dr. Ashley Bourgeois: https://thedermvet.com/about Dr. Ashley Bourgeois on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedermvet/ Dr. Ashley Bourgeois on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-bourgeois-dvm-dip-acvd-9169208/
ABOUT OUR GUEST Dr. Ashley Bourgeois is a board-certified veterinary dermatologist passionate about providing practical knowledge to general practitioners to help itchy pets! She completed her bachelor’s degree at Iowa State University and graduated from the University of Missouri’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 2010. She then completed a one-year small animal internship at Purdue University. Upon finishing her internship, she accepted a residency position with the Animal Dermatology Clinic’s Tustin, California location in 2011. She became a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Dermatology in 2014. Dr. Bourgeois moved to Portland, Oregon in 2016 to help expand the company. She is an owner within the company and on the board of directors. She has a strong interest in autoimmune skin diseases, allergies, cytology, and otology. In her leisure, Dr. Bourgeois enjoys outdoor activities, traveling, and watching sports. She and her husband stay busy with their daughter, son, and rescue Lab/Boxer/Pit mix. Dr. Bourgeois is passionate about educating veterinarians in dermatology and work/life integration through her podcast, lecturing, and social media presence (The Derm Vet).
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