Dr. David Dycus provides a practical, in-depth look at managing canine hip dysplasia, from early diagnosis to surgical interventions in this episode of Cone of Shame Veterinary Podcast. Dr. Andy Roark sits down with . Dr. Dycus to discuss the various treatment options, including juvenile pubic symphysiodesis (JPS), pelvic osteotomies, and total hip replacements. He explains the importance of early detection, especially in breeds predisposed to hip dysplasia, and breaks down when and why certain surgical options are recommended. This episode is essential for veterinary professionals looking to better understand orthopedic surgery decisions and help guide pet owners through difficult choices. Gang, let's get into this episode....
LINKS Dr. David Dycus: https://drdaviddycus.com/ Dr. David Dycus on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ortho_vet
ABOUT OUR GUEST Dr. Dycus attended Mississippi State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine for his veterinary degree, Auburn University for a small animal rotating internship, and Mississippi State for a combined surgical residency and Masters degree. Dr. Dycus is frequently asked to lecture locally, nationally, and internationally. He has given over 250 continuing education lectures and taught over 150 laboratories. He has published numerous research articles and authored or co-authored several book chapters. He is the co-editor of the textbook: Complications in Canine Cranial Cruciate Ligament Surgery. In 2023 Dr. Dycus received the Veterinary Hero’s Award in surgery by DVM360 and was named by DVM360.com as one of the 10 veterinarians to watch in 2018. Dr. Dycus is a frequent contributor for updates in orthopedics to several veterinary websites and magazines. Dr. Dycus has also been featured on Sirius XMs Doctor Radio’s segment on Pet Health and Orthopedics. His passion for teaching has allowed Dr. Dycus to become a laboratory instructor for the CBLO, TPLO, extra-capsular stabilization, medial patella luxation, angular limb deformity, and fracture repair. He is on faculty for AO (Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Osteosynthesefragen), and he is an orthopedic consultant for VIN (Veterinary Information Network). Dr. Dycus became a certified canine rehabilitation practitioner through the University of Tennessee in 2015. He is the founder and surgeon at Fusion Veterinary Orthopedics where he has a focus on total joint replacement, complex and minimally invasive fracture repair as well as angular limb deformity correction, 3D implant printing, and arthroscopy. In addition, he is the founder of Ortho Vet Consulting, an educational consulting and orthopedic coaching service.
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