FLUTD with Dr. Serge Chaloub

About this episode

Dr. Serge Chalhoub discusses best practices in feline urinary disease management and the evidence behind medications for FIC.

Are we prescribing medications for FIC that lack meaningful evidence? Dr. Serge Chalhoub, a board-certified small animal internal medicine specialist and Professor at the University of Calgary's Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, joins the Purr Podcast to discuss best practices in feline urinary disease management. His clinical and research interests focus on nephrology, urology, point-of-care ultrasound, and minimally invasive procedures. What should be first-line therapy for cats with lower urinary tract disease? Thanks for tuning in to the Purr Podcast with Dr. Susan and Dr. Jolle! If you enjoyed today’s episode, don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and leave us a review—it really helps other cat lovers and vet nerds find the show. Follow us on social media for behind-the-scenes stories, cat trivia, and the occasional bad pun. And remember: every day is better with cats, curiosity, and maybe just a little purring in the background. Until next time—stay curious, stay kind, and give your cats an extra chin scratch from us. The Purr Podcast – where feline medicine meets feline fun. 🐾🎙️

People in this episode

Hosts: Dr. Susan, Dr. Jolle

Guest: Dr. Serge Chalhoub

Topics covered

• feline urinary disease
• medication evidence
• best practices
• nephrology
• urology
• point-of-care ultrasound

Keywords

• FLUTD
• feline medicine
• lower urinary tract disease
• cat health
• veterinary medicine
• nephrology
• urology

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: University of Calgary, Purr Podcast

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