Pesky Parasites & Infections Regionalized to the Head & Neck Area
Otodectes? Sure…but what about other parasites that can affect the head and neck in cats? Dermatophytosis? Absolutely…but what other
infectious agents should be considered in this body region? This session will discuss various parasitic and infectious agents that can
manifest with skin disease of the head and neck in cats.
SPEAKER
Alison Diesel, DVM, DACVD
Dr. Alison Diesel is a Clinical Associate Professor in dermatology at Texas A&M University. She graduated from Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine in
2005, then completed a rotating internship in small animal medicine and surgery at the Veterinary Referral and Emergency Center in Norwalk, Connecticut. She worked
as an emergency clinician for one year prior to beginning a three-year residency in dermatology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine;
she became board-certified (ACVD) in 2010. She joined the faculty at A&M in the fall of 2010 where she helps guide veterinary students in the management of skin
disease in companion animals. Her main research interests lie in feline dermatoses, expanding knowledge of the cutaneous microbiome in companion animals, and
exploring radiation therapy as an alternative treatment option for dermatological conditions.
CE APPROVAL
This course has been certified by or provided by the following Certified Organization/s:
• AAVSB-Registry of Approved Continuing Education (RACE) - 1.00 Hours
• New York State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners - 1.00 Hours
This webinar is sponsored by:
