The icteric cat: diagnosis and treatment of common feline hepatopathies

Posted on Thu 26 June 2025 in publication • Tagged with dvm360, cats, internal medicine, liver disease

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When a cat presents with jaundice—evidenced by yellowing of the skin, gums, or sclera—it’s a clinical sign that should never be ignored. In her latest article published on dvm360, Dr. Kelly Cairns takes a deep dive into the diagnostic approach and …


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Celebrating the Joy Found in Veterinary Medicine

Posted on Sat 15 March 2025 in speaking • Tagged with dvm360, wellbeing, wellness

Finding Joy in Veterinary Medicine: A Reflection by Dr. Kelly Cairns

As we mark five years since the initial lockdown of the COVID-19 pandemic, it's a powerful moment to reflect on our journey as veterinary professionals. In a recent interview at the 2025 Fetch dvm360 conference in Charlotte, North Carolina …


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How to solve decision deadlock with team-based decision making

Posted on Wed 21 September 2022 in publication • Tagged with dvm360, leadership

Most of us have been there: The team needs to make a decision. The topic requiring the decision involves multiple key stakeholders, maybe even more than 1 group in the hospital. No matter how much time and effort the team members expend, they cannot reach a satisfactory decision.

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one size does not fit all

Posted on Thu 28 July 2022 in podcast • Tagged with interviews, dvm360, mentorship, veterinary education, wellness

This podcast discusses how adaptable mentorship can help both new graduates and seasoned professionals thrive in veterinary medicine.

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ReKindling the Spark: Sustaining Passion and Purpose from the Heart

Posted on Wed 04 May 2022 in speaking • Tagged with dvm360, wellbeing, wellness

One of the most prevalent challenges within the veterinary sector is learning how to sustain happiness and well-being. During her keynote address at the Fetch dvm360® San Diego conference, Kelly Cairns, DVM, MS, DACVIM (SAIM), vice president of medical excellence and education at Thrive Pet Healthcare, spoke on the value …


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10 steps to unlocking your secret superpower

Posted on Fri 03 December 2021 in speaking • Tagged with dvm360, wellbeing, wellness

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One of the most prevalent challenges within the veterinary sector is learning how to sustain happiness and well-being. During her keynote address at the Fetch dvm360® conference, Kelly Cairns, DVM, MS, DACVIM (SAIM), vice president of medical excellence and education at Thrive Pet Healthcare, spoke on the value of cultivating …


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From a flicker to a flame

Posted on Thu 02 December 2021 in speaking • Tagged with dvm360, wellbeing

Dr. Cairns' Fetch Keynote

Many of us in the veterinary profession have wanted to work with animals since we were in elementary school. In today’s language, one might say we’re living our purpose. But what does that mean, and how do we sustain the passion that helps us feel we really are …


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Meet Kelly Cairns

Posted on Thu 11 November 2021 in speaking • Tagged with dvm360

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Meet Kelly Cairns, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Internal Medicine) who is one of our amazing faculty keynote speakers at Fetch San Diego 12/2-12/5. Come join us at www.fetchdvm360.com. Follow @fetchdvm360 @pathwayvets @thrivevet @adam_christman #fetchsandiego2021 #veterinarymedicine #vetstagram #vetmed #pathwayvets

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