Equine Infectious Skin Diseases; A Look At Bacterial, Fungal and Yeast Infections In Horses

Anthony Yu, BSc, DVM, MSc, DACVD,

Dr. Yu graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in 1990, completed a residency and Master’s degree at Auburn University in 1995, and obtained Board Certification in the American Academy of Veterinary Dermatology in 1996. Dr. Yu practiced in Portland, Oregon for 11 years before returning home to teach at OVC as an Associate Professor for 9 years. Dr. Yu returned to private referral practice in 2013 where he helps to get to the root of chronic ear, skin, endocrine, and allergic conditions in dogs, cats, and horses.

From ringworm to Malassezia to sensitive and resistant bacterial infections - diagnosis and management of these equine cutaneous dermatoses can be a challenge. This seminar will provide an update on diagnosis and treatment of these three common conditions in the equine patient.

Learning Objectives:
1) Identify similarities and differences between bacterial and dermatophytic (ringworm) lesions in horses.
2) Select appropriate diagnostic options for bacterial and fungal dermatoses.
3) Recognize and diagnose Malassezia dermatitis in horses
4) Identify common underlying causes for secondary infections (e.g. equine allergies)
5) Understand the mechanism of action of innovative topical therapies to help minimize the need for systemic therapies.

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