W. Alex Fox-Alvarez

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W. Alex Fox-Alvarez

DVM, MS, DACVS-SA, University of Florida

W. Alexander Fox-Alvarez, DVM, MS, DACVS-SA, is a small animal soft tissue surgeon at University of Florida, where he also earned his DVM and completed a surgical residency. Dr. Fox-Alvarez's interests include minimally invasive surgery, skin and reconstructive surgery, zoo and exotic animal surgery, surgical education, and use of novel technologies in surgery. His current research involves the use of near-infrared angiography for perfusion assessments in dogs.

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Medical Management Versus Stent Placement in Dogs with Tracheal Collapse

Tracheal collapse is a common respiratory malady, but the treatment course isn’t always clear. Researchers asked which patients most benefit from stent surgery versus which can do well on medical management alone.

Respiratory Medicine

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Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus in Dogs with Dr. Fox-Alvarez

Dr. Fox-Alvarez covers everything from the major to minor points of handling GDV cases, with an evidence-based yet practical approach. From diagnosis to recovery, you can find the answers here.

Emergency Medicine & Critical Care|podcast

Congenital Portosystemic Shunt in a Dog

A 10-month-old Yorkshire terrier required postoperative medical management after surgery to correct her portosystemic shunt. Which drugs should be used with caution and which get the green-light?

Pharmacology & Medications|Peer Reviewed

Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus in Dogs

Gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV) most commonly affects large dogs, with mortality rates ranging from 10% to 33%. Confirm how to diagnose, treat, and prevent GDV.

Emergency Medicine & Critical Care|Peer Reviewed|Web-Exclusive

Canine Cesarean Section

Follow this step-by-step guide to perform cesarean sections in dogs and achieve a healthy outcome for the dam and neonates.

Surgery, Soft Tissue|Peer Reviewed

Neurologic Signs in Cats After Portosystemic Shunt Attenuation

Postattenuation neurologic syndrome (PANS) after portosystemic shunt attenuation appears to affect cats more often than dogs. Discover what this study uncovered when evaluating the risk factors for these patients.

Neurology

Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome

A French bulldog is presented with brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome and needs surgical intervention. Which drugs are appropriate to manage this patient?

Surgery, Soft Tissue|Peer Reviewed

Higher Room Temperature Combats Perioperative Hypothermia

Perioperative inadvertent hypothermia (PIH) can have negative consequences in patients. Learn what simple measures can be taken to significantly decrease the incidence of PIH.

Anesthesiology & Pain Management

Splenectomy: Hilar Ligation Technique

Ligating the hilar vessels, whether by hand or by vessel-sealing device, offers a safe approach to removing the spleen. Follow this step-by-step guide to a successful splenectomy.

Surgery, Soft Tissue|Peer Reviewed