Canine Addison’s Disease:

The Great Pretender

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Objectives:

• Differentiate between the clinical presentations of Addison’s disease
• Recognize common bloodwork abnormalities associated with Addison’s disease
• Choose the appropriate testing to diagnose Addison’s disease
• Explain the treatment options for Addison’s disease
• Understand the long-term management of Addisonian patients

Speaker: Dr. Melissa Chang DVM, Residency Trained in Internal Medicine

Bio: Dr. Melissa Chang earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the University of California, Davis in 2021. After graduating, she completed a small animal rotating internship, followed by a three-year residency in Small Animal Internal Medicine at the Veterinary Specialty Hospital in San Diego.

During her residency, Dr. Chang received extensive training in abdominal ultrasound and a wide range of endoscopic procedures, including gastroduodenoscopy, colonoscopy, bronchoscopy, rhinoscopy, and cystoscopy. She enjoys all facets of internal medicine, with particular interests in immune-mediated diseases, endocrinology, and urinary tract disorders. Dr. Chang is especially passionate about building long-term relationships with her patients and their families.

Outside of work, Dr. Chang enjoys traveling, discovering new restaurants, and spending time with her sweet German shepherd mix, Ellie.

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