August 2019

Having described how to perform this examination in part one, Gerardo Poli explains how to interpret the results in a clinical setting.

5 mins

Gerardo Poli provides an introduction to performing and interpreting these examinations. Includes video content.

13 mins

If things get too complicated, start from the beginning and seek clarity, advises Gerardo Poli – it is a “simple but powerful” way to identify things you may have missed and provide you with a pathway forward.

5 mins

July 2019

Tip of the Week author Gerardo Poli explains how the most effective way to learn about a specific subject is to prepare to teach it to someone else.

5 mins

What happens next? Some clients may be unsure – so Gerardo Poli discusses the importance of communicating the treatment agenda during consults to help build client trust.

6 mins

With feedback being such a vital tool for professional development, Gerardo Poli offers tips to help those who find it difficult to embrace – and explains how he overcame the issue.

7 mins

In the final part of this series, Gerardo Poli focuses on the use of hypertonic saline and mannitol in reducing cerebral oedema, and offers some pointers on how to choose between them.

12 mins

June 2019

Having outlined the basic pathophysiology of head trauma in part one of this series, Gerardo Poli discusses ways of lowering cerebral blood volume to tackle this issue.

10 mins

In the first of a new series on head trauma, Gerardo Poli starts off with some basic pathophysiology.

9 mins

May 2019

Gerardo Poli explains how creating rules around things that can have serious implications has helped him in his veterinary career.

7 mins

February 2019

Gerardo Poli reveals his tried and tested ritual of reseting his composure between consults and emergencies.

10 mins

Don't be daunted by the sight of the phenomenon, Gerardo Poli has a step-by-step guide that gets to the roots of the set-up.

6 mins

December 2018

"Our achievements are for us to enjoy and the only person who can really enjoy your achievements is yourself," says Gerardo Poli.

8 mins

Gerardo Poli on how to harness the abilities of new staff members and what you can do to help them reach their potential.

9 mins

Gerardo Poli on the importance of creating a constructive work environment and how employees can come together to fix any toxicity.

12 mins

Gerardo Poli describes what a work-life balance means to him and, while he works many hours, it gives him the opportunity to do something he enjoys.

10 mins

Tip of the Week author Gerardo Poli with a "tip of the year" by encouraging those working in practice to work on their plans for next year now to finish 2018 in the best way possible.

11 mins

November 2018

Gerardo Poli outlines ways in which a patient with this condition can be treated and offers a step-by-step guide of his thought process.

13 mins

Gerardo Poli describes how to approach stabilising a patient with a case of Addison’s disease.

7 mins

June 2017

Gerardo Poli explains how the SNAP cortisol test is useful in helping assess for hypoadrenocorticism, but urges caution for hyperadrenocorticism diagnosis.

6 mins