Gastrointestinal Challenges in Brachycephalic Patients

Internal Medicine | Primary Care | 58 mins

Gastrointestinal disease is a common yet often overlooked component of brachycephalic syndrome. From chronic vomiting and regurgitation to more complex conditions such as granulomatous colitis, these patients frequently present with a unique set of diagnostic and management challenges.

In this practical webinar, Dr. Scott Kilpatrick explores the gastrointestinal disorders most commonly encountered in brachycephalic breeds, examining the relationship between conformation and gastrointestinal dysfunction. The session will discuss how to recognise and investigate these conditions, review current treatment approaches for regurgitation and vomiting, and explore practical strategies for the long-term management of granulomatous colitis. Attendees will gain valuable insights into improving patient comfort, quality of life, and clinical outcomes while strengthening communication with owners managing these often chronic conditions.

Meet the speakers

Scott Kilpatrick

Director, Internal Medicine Specialist

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Scott graduated from the University of Edinburgh Veterinary School in 2007. He initially worked for the PDSA before taking up a Senior Veterinary Surgeon position with Vets Now in Edinburgh in 2010. In 2012, Scott began his residency in Small Animal Internal Medicine at the University of Edinburgh, following a year as a Teaching Fellow in Anatomy and Physiology. He completed his residency in 2016 alongside a Master’s degree focused on the pathogenesis of canine liver disease and has since worked exclusively in referral-level clinical practice. Scott is currently based in Canada and undertakes his clinical work at Westcoast Animal Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital on Vancouver Island, where he sees internal medicine referral cases. In addition to his clinical work, Scott has created and delivered a Postgraduate Certificate in Small Animal Emergency Medicine in association with the University of Chester. In 2023, he was awarded Fellowship of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (FRCVS) in recognition of his meritorious contribution to clinical practice.

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