March 10, 2025

Where to Get Dog Chemotherapy: General Practice Veterinarians Can Do Chemo | Dr. Kristen Lester #277

Can your regular vet provide chemo for your dog? Dr. Lester shares her inspiring personal story and explain why your “regular veterinarian” is crucial in cancer care.

Show Notes

Dr. Kristen Lester has taken a unique journey as a general practitioner offering chemotherapy to dogs. Dr. Lester shares the inspiring cancer story of her "heart dog" Sue, the challenges of cancer treatment, and why she believes GPs can play a vital role in oncology. From safety protocols to overcoming the lack of local specialists, this episode is packed with insights for dog lovers and veterinarians alike.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

How Dr. Lester got into oncology through her heart dog, Sue
The role general practitioners can play in cancer treatment
Safety protocols for administering chemo in a general practice
Tools and resources for GPs interested in oncology
The pros and cons of choosing a GP versus an oncologist

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V6_fWtQbxfw

Related Links:

This chemotherapy article covers EVERYTHING! https://www.dogcancer.com/articles/drugs/dog-chemotherapy/

Looking at metronomic chemo? Here’s a great read: https://www.dogcancer.com/articles/diagnosis-and-medical-procedures/metronomic-chemotherapy-for-dogs/

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction

00:30 - Dr. Lester’s Background: General Vet Meets Oncology

01:15 - The Heart Dog Who Started It All: Sue’s Story

06:45 - What is Chemotherapy in General Practice Like?

08:30 - The Role of Palladia and Modern Cancer Drugs

12:15 - General Practitioners vs. Oncologists: Pros and Cons

19:00 - Safety Protocols for Chemo in General Practice