Dr. Frane Banovic on Immune-Related Skin Disorders (Part 2)
Our latest episode of “All Cats Considered” features the return of Frane Banovic, DVM, PhD, DECVD, a veterinary dermatologist from the University of Georgia, for part two of our discussion on feline immune-mediated skin disorders. Building on the foundation laid in our previous episode, Dr. Banovic dives deeper into the more unusual and complex conditions outlined in the JFMS Clinical Spotlight article, including erythema multiforme, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, alopecia areata, auricular chondritis, plasma cell pododermatitis, and proliferative necrotizing otitis externa.
Throughout the conversation, Dr. Banovic offers practical guidance for general practitioners, highlighting when to suspect immune-mediated skin disease and how to approach diagnosis and treatment—even in the absence of clear evidence. He shares insights into the pathophysiology of these conditions, the role of herpesvirus in triggering erythema multiforme-like syndromes, and why tacrolimus may be preferred over long-term topical steroids in some cases. With a focus on clinical relevance and emerging research, this episode is a valuable resource for any veterinary professional managing complex feline dermatologic cases.
