Associate Veterinarian BluePearl Sandy Springs, Georgia, United States
Presentation Description / Summary: This presentation will examine the growing landscape of unproven medical therapies in veterinary oncology, with a focus on their emergence, popularity, and influence in recent years. We will explore the role of social media in shaping client perceptions and treatment decisions, review current evidence surrounding therapies such as fenbendazole, ivermectin, and other non-conventional options, and assess their potential risks, benefits, and impact on standard cancer care. The session will also address complications these therapies may pose to conventional treatment plans. Interactive elements, including audience polling and open dialogue, will be incorporated—particularly around strategies for effectively communicating with pet owners.
Learning Objectives:
Review available data on the safety, efficacy, and mechanisms of commonly discussed alternative treatments.
Examine how unproven therapies may interfere with or complicate standard treatment protocols
Identify communication strategies for addressing misinformation about unproven therapies and guiding pet owners toward evidence-based treatment decisions
