Karin Murik is a Registered Veterinary Nurse at Animal Dermatology Clinic in Perth, Western
Australia, a specialist referral clinic dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of complex skin, allergy and ear diseases in dogs, cats and horses. Originally from Estonia, Karin graduated in 2016 and has worked across a range of veterinary disciplines including general practice, dermatology, cardiology, emergency and oncology nursing. She has a particular passion for allergies and allergen-specific immunotherapy, with extensive involvement in allergy testing, immunotherapy preparation, patient care and client education. Karin is committed to helping pet owners better understand and manage chronic skin disease, improving both patient comfort and long-term treatment success. She is also actively involved in veterinary communication and education through social media and client outreach initiatives.

Topics discussed include:

• What drew Karin to become a veterinary dermatology nurse.
• The role of a dermatology nurse at dermatology clinics.
• Karin shares what nursing skills are most important when dealing with dermatology cases.
• The importance of supporting pet parents in managing treatment plans for their pets and ensuring compliance.
• The procedures that veterinary dermatology nurses responsible for.
• Karin dives into all aspects of immunotherapy.
• What is the biggest difference that pet parents can make at home when caring for their allergic pets.
• Karin gives her advice on what nurses can do to pursue a career with a dermatology focus.

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For more information on the Animal Dermatology Clinic visit their website: https://www.animaldermatologyclinic.com.au/

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