Can Vets Still Give Chemotherapy? Why or Why Not?

This presentation will review what chemotherapy is and the risks of handling it. We will discuss safety and regulations of administering chemotherapy in the clinic. We will then cover chemotherapy pills which can be given in the clinic with more ease than IV chemotherapy. We will review the different medications, uses, and how to communicate all this with the pet owner.

1. Understand what chemotherapy is and mechanisms of action.
2. Risks associated with chemotherapy storage and use.
3. Regulatory requirements.
4. Administration guidelines.
5. Common oral chemotherapy drugs and their indications for use.