Don’ Ignore the Skin: How to find Success with Topical Therapy

Approved for one hour California Statutory CEU

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Objective: 

This lecture will explore the next generation of DOUXO® with OPHYTRIUM™. We will introduce the new novel ingredient, OPHYTRIUM™ and discuss its safety and efficacy.  OPHYTRIUM™ has an effect on the three skin barriers: the immunological barrier, the microbiological and the physical barrier and we will share the importance of this for better management of dermatological cases.  DOUXO® S3 product features and benefits will be discussed, followed by clinical study results. Dr. Hall will share which topical therapies she uses on different cases including frequencies and tips for application.  There will be an added emphasis on the use of topical therapies to help manage dogs with atopy as well as why multimodal approach is essential for the benefit of the allergic patient.

Speaker: Melissa Hall, DVM, DCVD

Bio: Dr. Melissa Hall has been exploring her passion for pet medicine for as long as she can remember.  Growing up as a Los Angeles native, Dr. Hall gave as much of her time as she was able to the Los Angeles Zoo, the Natural History Museum, the Equestrian Center and many other animal focused local groups.  She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Animal Physiology and Neuroscience from the University of California, San Diego prior to achieving her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the University of California, Davis.  Dr. Hall’s veterinary  studies led her to a passion for veterinary dermatology that carried her through a 3-year residency with Animal Dermatologic Clinic in Southern California.  In 2011, Dr. Hall became a board-certified veterinary dermatologist and diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Dermatologists.  Dr. Hall shares her passion for all aspects of skin and ear disease by lecturing all over the world and training residents.  She has been involved in several studies and published both research studies and book chapters.  Dr. Hall specializes in treating allergic skin and ear diseases in dogs and cats.   With her experience of practicing and seeing cases both nationally and internationally, Dr. Hall has guided owners to improve the quality of life for their pets.

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