Clot it like it's Hot
I’m Neil Smith FRCVS, and I’m the Veterinary Director for Cresilon, the manufacturer of VETIGEL. This blog series will be interviews with veterinarians who want to share their experiences using VETIGEL; veterinarians who have discovered the benefits to their patients and clinics.
Like many veterinarians I had rarely used haemostatic products because they weren’t often available in the OR. Traditional haemostatic products are slow to stop bleeding, and they become an integral part of the clot. So many perceive little benefit over using gauze and pressure. This also means that we are accepting blood loss as normal, and which can be detrimental to the patient, and their recovery.
VETIGEL is a paradigm shift. It’s very easy to use, it’s flowable and therefore conforms to the geometry of a wound, and it literally stops bleeding in seconds. The fibrin patch that forms underneath it doesn’t adhere to the gel, or integrate with it. This means the chances of bleeding re-occurring are greatly reduced. VETIGEL should be available in the OR. For some procedures, such as multiple dental extractions, enucleations and mass removals, its use should be considered as routine.
Having used VETIGEL in my own sighthound who needed multiple teeth extracting, I would recommend it to any veterinarian performing surgical procedures. It stops bleeding, shortens operating times, and as you will hear in future blogs, saves lives.
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Articles
Why Jane Kinsell, MRCVS, Relies on VETIGEL® for Dental Extractions and Unexpected Bleeding
Why Jane Kinsell, MRCVS, Relies on VETIGEL® for Dental Extractions and Unexpected Bleeding This week we speak to Jane Kinsell MRCVS, Clinical Director at Charlesworth Vet
How VETIGEL® Improves Outcomes in Exotic Animal Surgery: Insights from Charlie Roper, MRCVS
This week we speak to Charlie Roper MRCVS, who works at The Exotic Animal Vets in Manchester and The University of Liverpool, where she qualified from in 2021.
How VETIGEL® Saves Time and Improves Surgical Outcomes: Interview with Dr. Lisa Kaminski
This week we speak to Dr. Lisa Kaminski, a relief veterinarian based in Colorado, whose experience spans private practice, nonprofit work, and over five years of relief services across the state.
VETIGEL® Improves Surgical Efficiency and Haemostasis in Veterinary Practice
VETIGEL is appreciated for its precise wound conformity, ease of placement, and reliable haemostasis, especially in challenging procedures like cholecystectomy and TECA.
How VETIGEL® Helps in Surgeries: Insights from Craig Tessyman, RVN
This week we speak to Craig Tessyman RVN, who is the Head Nurse at the recently opened The Exotic Animal Vets in Greater Manchester.
Dr. Heather Duncan, DVM, on How VETIGEL® Enhances Oral Surgery in Veterinary Dentistry
This week, we spoke with Dr. Heather Duncan, Co-Owner of CROWN Veterinary Dental Specialists in Charlotte, NC. CROWN officially opened its doors in August 2024 and has quickly become a leader in advanced veterinary dentistry.
How Dr. Dan Lee Uses VETIGEL® to Improve Outcomes
This week we speak to Dr Dan Lee MRCVS who co-founded, with his wife Ellie, the multi award-winning Manchester Cat Clinic. It opened in May 2023 with a staff of 9, and that has already grown to 18: Cat-Only Vets | Manchester Cat Clinic.
Haemostasis in Wildlife Medicine with VETIGEL®
This week we speak to Sarah Pellet MRCVS , who is an RCVS Recognized Specialist in Zoo and Wildlife Medicine. She works at Byre Vets, owned by IVC Evidensia.
Fast, Effective Haemostasis: Dr. Vizquerra’s Take on VETIGEL
Dr. Micaela Vizquerra KEY TAKEAWAYS Reliable Haemostasis Without Pressure: Dr. Micaela Vizquerra highlights VETIGEL’s ability to control bleeding quickly and effectively without requiring pressure,
Dr. Lisa Booth on VETIGEL® for Trauma and K9 Care
Dr. Lisa Booth finds VETIGEL effective in stopping bleeding quickly, especially in penetrating injuries and other trauma cases.
Dr. Martin Young: 100+ Surgeries with VETIGEL
Dr. Martin Young has used VETIGEL in around 100 procedures, primarily in laminectomies and craniotomies, where it effectively controls bleeding even in areas with limited visibility.
Dr. Emily Tuttle on Using VETIGEL® to Achieve Haemostasis in Seconds for Equine Procedures
Dr. Emily Tuttle finds VETIGEL easy to store, sterile, and safe for use in horses, making it a valuable tool in equine procedures.
Dr. Alon Litvak on Achieving Haemostasis with VETIGEL® in Veterinary Surgery
Dr. Alon Litvak This week we speak to Dr Alon Litvak, who owns a small animal clinic in Herzliya, 15 km north of Tel Aviv,
Dr. Robin Urie on VETIGEL® for Haemostasis in Veterinary Procedures
Dr. Robin Urie finds VETIGEL® easier to use than other haemostatic products, especially with the Precision Accessories Tips for application in small or delicate areas.
Dr. Ginger Langan: Haemostasis in Veterinary Care – How VETIGEL Transforms Routine and Critical Procedures
Dr. Ginger Langan KEY TAKEAWAYS Reliable in Critical Situations: Dr. Ginger Langan used VETIGEL to control bleeding in challenging cases, including an oral melanoma biopsy
Dr. Brian Standish Discusses VETIGEL® and Haemostasis at PetSmart Veterinary Services
The hospital opened in early 2024, and we’ve used VETIGEL® since the start. Other products just didn’t work well enough and they also take preparation time. I’ve probably used it about 10 times so far.
Haemostasis in Veterinary Surgery: Dr. Kahn Shares His Experience with VETIGEL®
Dr. Tony Kahn has used VETIGEL in over 100 procedures and it’s his first choice haemostatic product
How Dr. Jammes Achieves Haemostasis in Surgery by Using VETIGEL
Dr. Jammes has relied on VETIGEL® for over three years, using it in around 30 procedures, including dental extractions, enucleations, and spays, with consistently effective results.
Dr. Neil Smith
VETIGEL® is a paradigm shift. It’s very easy to use, it’s flowable and therefore conforms to the geometry of a wound, and it literally stops bleeding in seconds.
Dr Molly Smith
This week we talk to Molly Varga Smith, who is the Head of the Exotic Referrals Service at Rutland House in St Helens, England. She is also the author of the ‘Textbook of Rabbit Medicine’, published by Elsevier (2nd and 3rd editions).
Dr Julian Hoad
Dr Julian Hoad values VETIGEL® for its ability to stop bleeding in seconds, ease of use, and ability to stay in place, which sets it apart from other haemostatic products.
Dr. Matt Morgan
This week we speak to Dr. Matt Morgan. Dr. Morgan is the Chief of Surgery at VERG in Brooklyn, NY. He is also a Veterinary Officer in the US Army Reserve.
Dr. Alex Sigmund
Dr. Sigmund finds VETIGEL® particularly useful in enucleations, as it fills the entire orbit and stops bleeding almost instantly by sealing oozing areas around the socket.
Learn how Dr. Woyma stops bleeding in her procedures using VETIGEL®
Today we interview Dr Ann Marie Woyma, Medical Director at Virginia Beach SPCA. Dr Woyma has spent the majority of her career in shelter medicine, including teaching clinical vet students.
Dr. Jan Bellows
This week we’re hearing from Dr Jan Bellows. Dr Bellows is an eminent veterinary dentist who is the author of a number of dentistry textbooks.
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