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The Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 37 - Bow Ties and Blink ReflexesBow Ties and Blink Reflexes: Periocular Perils on SkinFlint
In this month's episode, Sue & John invite a well known vet with his eye on pet eyes - David Williams.
(00:00) John opens SkinFlint. Today’s focus is the periocular region — small real estate, big consequences — from itchy eyelids and rogue hairs to lumps and lesions that can threaten vision.
Chapter 1: The Eyelid Is the Windshield Wiper
(03:54) David Williams joins: associate lecturer in veterinary ophthalmology at Cambridge, teaching students and travelling between practices to manage eye cases. He...
2026-02-2143 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 36 - Hives, Lesions and Lumps; Urticaria in HorsesEpisode Overview
Join us as we venture into the stables to explore urticaria in horses - those mysterious swellings that appear seemingly out of nowhere and may disappear just as suddenly. Expert guest Dr. Valerie Fadok shares her extensive experience as both a veterinary dermatologist and immunologist to help us understand what causes these puzzling conditions, how to differentiate them from other lumps, and when to investigate further rather than automatically reaching for steroids.
Featured Guest
Dr. Valerie Fadok - A dual specialist bringing unique expertise as both a veterinary dermatologist and immunologist. With experience across three...
2026-01-0738 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 35 - Ferrets, Fur and Fun; Taming The BeastmastersIn this month's episode, Sue John and Paul invite exotics guru Madonna Livingstone onto the podcast to discuss general and skin issues in ferrets.
Overview of ferrets as pets:
- Ferrets have been domesticated for over 3,000 years, evolving from the European polecat.
- They are highly social and prefer to be kept in groups of at least two.
- Ferrets have high protein and fat dietary requirements, and need a lot of space and environmental enrichment.
Common Skin Conditions in Ferrets:
- Ectoparasites:
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2025-11-2948 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 34 - Short Noses, Big Problems: Lumps, Chins and Comorbidities in BrachycephalicsChapter 1 – “Lumps, Not Bugs: Cracking the ‘Sterile’ Case”
03:22 – John welcomes Dr Laura Buckley back for part two on brachycephalic skin disease and tees up two topics: Sterile Granuloma/Pyogranuloma Syndrome (SGPS) and Muzzle Folliculitis/Furunculosis, plus how to manage comorbidities. Laura explains it’s an uncommon, immune‑mediated nodular skin disease of dogs involving histiocytic cells (macrophages). No infectious agent is found and it responds to immunomodulatory therapy.
04:43 – Sue asks which brachy breeds are most affected and typical ages. Laura most often sees Boxers, British Bulldogs, some Mastiffs and (in her clinic) many Staffordshire Bull Terriers. Usu...
2025-11-0336 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 33 - Bulldogs, Pugs and Plenty of Folds; A Deep Dive into Brachy SkinChapter 1 – Intertrigo: Prevention, Work-Up, and When (Not) to Use Antibiotics
(00:11) John introduces the podcast episode and the hosts.
(02:39) John welcomes Dr Laura Buckley (Senior Lecturer, Veterinary Dermatology, University of Liverpool) and asks what “brachycephalic” means and which breeds it covers. Laura explains shortened muzzles and broad, domed heads; the most extreme include French and British Bulldogs, Pugs and Boston Terriers, with Cavaliers, Chihuahuas and Dogue de Bordeaux also affected.
(04:00) Sue notes their huge popularity in UK primary care. Laura adds that around 40% of her clinic can be French Bulldogs, with brachycephalics a very large...
2025-10-2143 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 32 - Resistance is Futile! Managing MRS in PracticeChapter 1: Meet the Microbes
(02:41) John opens the episode, introducing Dr Vanessa Schmidt and inviting her to share her background. Vanessa explains her role at the University of Liverpool, her PhD in antimicrobial resistance in staphylococci, and her leadership in infection control and antimicrobial stewardship.
(03:38) John asks whether staph infections in pets are usually caught or part of their natural skin flora. Vanessa replies that most infections come from an animal's own commensal microbiota, which coexist harmlessly but can cause disease when the immune system or skin barrier is compromised.
(05:07) Sue asks whether humans and a...
2025-08-0944 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 31 - Son of a Birch! The Pollen PredicamentShow Notes
On this month's episode, Sue, John and Paul invite Darragh O'Hanlon (@thetopicalvet) onto the pod to discuss pollen allergies.
Chapter 1 – How Pollens Affect Animals
(02:32) John introduces the topic of pollen allergies and welcomes guest Darragh O’Hanlon.
Darragh shares how Sue’s lecture on otitis sparked his dermatology journey, and how John’s CPD also played a role.
(04:09) John asks how pollens cause allergic reactions in animals. Darragh explains that pollens are airborne reproductive grains from grasses, trees, and weeds, and describes their microscopic structure and typical t...
2025-07-0448 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 30 - Understanding The New ISCAID Pyoderma GuidelinesThis podcast is based upon the new 'Antimicrobial use guidelines for canine pyoderma by the International Society for Companion Animal Infectious Diseases (ISCAID)' available HERE
(00:00) John introduces the podcast with his co-hosts Sue Paterson & Producer Paul.
Chapter 1 – Understanding Pyoderma and the Need for New Guidelines
(02:56) Sue welcomes Dr. Anette Loeffler, who introduces herself and her background in veterinary dermatology. Originally from Germany, she studied in Munich and has worked in the UK for over 30 years. She is currently a dermatologist at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) and h...
2025-05-2852 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 29 - How Complex is Eosinophilic Granuloma Complex?Show Notes
This month, the Skin Flint team welcome RCVS & European Specialist Debbie Gow to the platform to explore Eosinophilic granuloma complex (EGC).
(00:00) John Sue and Paul introduce the podcast.
Chapter 1 – What on Earth Is Eosinophilic Granuloma Complex?
(02:55) Sue welcomes Debbie Gow to the podcast and invites her to introduce herself. Debbie shares that she is a specialist in veterinary dermatology, working at a busy referral hospital outside Edinburgh. She describes her role in setting up the dermatology service, working with a resident and derm nurse, and her...
2025-05-1646 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 28 - Gum On Down!Show Notes
To celebrate Pet Dental Health Month, the Skin Flints team looked a bit further afield this month, exploring gum health and Canine Chronic Ulcerative Stomatitis with Hannah van Velzen.
Chapter 1 – Understanding the Oral Mucosa and Inflammation
(02:53) John welcomes Hannah, who introduces herself and her journey into veterinary dentistry, from her studies in the Netherlands to her current role leading the dentistry referral service at Fitzpatrick Referrals. She highlights the small but growing number of veterinary dentistry specialists in the UK.
(05:46) Sue asks for a basic overview of the oral muco...
2025-02-2649 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 27 - Packing The Perfect Punch in Skin BiopsiesThis month, Skin Flints welcomes a European and Australian boarded veterinary dermatologist, Sonya Bettenay.
Show Notes
(00:00) John introduces this month’s podcast, his co-hosts, and the topic.
Chapter 1 – First Cut: Introducing Skin Biopsies
(02:21) John invites Sonya to introduce herself, and she discusses her current work in Munich - focusing on skin biopsies, clinical practice, and teaching. Sue highlights Sonya's credentials, noting her Australian and European board certifications. Sonya explains her dermatology training in Australia and California and her involvement with the ECVD as an examiner and tutor.
(03:57) Sue and...
2025-01-2445 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 26 - SkinFlint from the field – The Future of Veterinary Nursing DermatologyAs a slightly different approach to this episode, John Redbonds heads to BVNA Congress to hear nurse's thoughts on the current lay of the land, and invites a few special guests to share their thoughts as well.
(00:00) John introduces the podcast and his co host – eLearning.vets head of education, Amelia Sherwood, looking into Veterinary Nursing in Dermatology, with conversations with Veterinary Nurses and industry people. Starting with some conversations from the British Veterinary Nursing Association Congress.
Chapter 1: VN Dermatology at BVNA congress – the challenges and the opportunities.
(02:1...
2024-11-2549 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 25 | Pododermatitis Paw-dcast P.2 – A Surgeon's Perspective
Pododermatitis Paw-dcast Part 2 – A Surgeon's Perspective
(00:00) Intro - this month, Sue, John and Paul invite EBVS Specialist in Small Animal Surgery, Jakub Kaczmarek onto the platform to discuss the other side of pododermatitis - from the surgeon's perspective.
Chapter 1 – Feet First - A Surgeon’s Take on Pododermatitis
(03:12) John introduces Jakub, highlighting Ursula's recommendation following their fruitful discussion on pododermatitis. He invites Jakub to share his background. Jakub expresses gratitude for the invitation and mentions Ursula as a mentor during his residency in Germany. He discusses their collaboration on pododermatitis, combining dermatology and su...
2024-11-0140 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 24 - Companions on the Streets: How StreetVet is Changing LivesChapter 1 – Companionship for Life on the Streets
(02:58) John asks Jade to introduce herself and her background as a vet and how she came to setup Streetvet. Jade shares her story of experiencing homelessness in London with a man called Dave and his dog brick, and using her past research on homelessness and dog owners coupled with her own experience in mental health challenges and how having a dog helped her, to drive her to want to help these dogs and their owners. She shares how she started going round with someone who who cut hair for...
2024-09-2039 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 23 - Pododermatitis Paw-dcastPododermatitis Paw-dcast Show Notes
(00:00) John introduces the podcast and Sue introduces Ursula Mayer – the guest on the show.
Chapter 1 - Paw-sibilities – introduction to pododermatitis.
(02:21) John invites Ursula to introduce herself. Ursula discusses her background and passion for pododermatitis, its prevalence, and its impact on dogs' quality of life.
(03:33) When asked to define pododermatitis, Ursula explains that it's inflammation of the paw skin, with a particular emphasis on chronic cases, known as C-PIF. She discusses the various signs to look out for, such as excessive licking, lameness, and specific chan...
2024-07-2940 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 22 - Unleashed: The Dawn of the LeishmaniaUnleashed: The Dawn of the Leishmania
Chapter 1: The Attack of the Sandfly
3.17 Sue introduces the topic of leishmaniasis, and Christian describes leishmaniasis as a multisystemic disease affecting humans and animals, primarily dogs. He notes its prevalence in regions like the Mediterranean and its expansion due to climate change and imported infected dogs.
5.19 Sue questions whether leishmaniasis occurs naturally in the UK or is solely imported. Christian mentions reported cases in the UK, suggesting transmission via infected phlebotomine flies brought back by travelers from endemic regions. The conversation shifts to the sandfly vector responsible...
2024-05-2130 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 21 - Sustainability? It's (eco)-logical!Welcome to a new episode of the Skinflint Podcast, celebrating our impressive milestone of 10,000 downloads. This episode is a deep dive into the crucial role of sustainability in veterinary dermatology, presented to you by Nextmune UK and Elearning.Vetand featuring Monika Linek.
Chapter 1: Setting the Sustainability Stage
(03:10) Sue introduces Monika to the podcast, who shares her experience as a German dermatologist and diplomat of the ECVD. Monika discusses her work in a referral practice in Germany and her involvement in "Parents for Future," advocating for climate justice and sustainability.
(05:20) Mon...
2024-03-2037 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 20 - We’ve Been Expecting You, MalasseziaChapter 1: "The Dermatological Agent: Ross's Malassezia Mission"
02.42 - John begins by welcoming Ross to the Skinflint podcast and acknowledges Ross's expertise in "Malassezia." He asks Ross to share his background and explain what Malassezia is.
Ross introduces himself as a professor of veterinary dermatology, detailing his experience in farm practice and later transitioning to small animal practice. He pursued further studies and a Ph.D. specifically focusing on Malassezia, and so has been interested in them for more than 30 years.
03.44 - John asks Ross to elaborate on Mal...
2024-01-0946 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode.19 - Mr. Bump’s Guide to Navigating Skin TumoursJohn introduces the podcast and the co-hosts for this conversation; the guest on this episode is RCVS Specialist in Veterinary Oncology, David Killick.
Chapter 1 – Little Miss Diagnosis
David's Background:
2.14 - David began in general practice in 2003 and later specialized in medical oncology at the University of Liverpool, earning a PhD at the RVC in London. He is now the professor of veterinary oncology at the University of Liverpool.
Malignant vs. Benign:
3.19 - Benign growths stay localized, mostly causing no problems during a pet's lifetime, while mali...
2023-10-1945 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 18 - ’Ear All About It!Log this CPD with 1CPD here
(00:00) John introduces the podcast and welcomes our guest for this episode - the founder of the Dermatology Referral Service in Glasgow, Peter Forsythe.
Chapter 1 – The Ears
(02:58) John welcomes Peter Forsythe, who talks about how he got involved in dermatology and how ear disease makes up half the caseload in the referral practice he works at.
(04:41) John asks why it is important dogs have clean ears and Peter discusses the long tube made up of the auricular and annular...
2023-09-1341 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 17 - Skin Flint vs The Derm Vet; a Podcast Collaboration SpecialLog this CPD with 1CPD here
(00:00) John introduces today’s guest - host of another veterinary dermatology podcast The Derm Vet, Ashely Bourgeois.
Chapter 1: UK vs US Dermatology
(02:50) Sue asks Ashley how she started out in podcasts and Ashley shares her story, wanting to stay involved in dermatology whilst also raising children and not wanting to lose that knowledge base, and helping others in that kind of position.
(04:33) John asks Ashely and Sue what the difference between the UK and US in approach to derma...
2023-08-0142 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 16: The Great Protein Debate - Beef or Beans?Ep.16 Show Notes
In this Skin Flints episode, Sue, John and Paul welcomed Dr Arielle Griffiths to the platform to discuss a very topical subject - sustainable pet food.
(00:00) Introduction
Chapter 1: “Understanding the Urgency: Why Sustainable Food is Necessary for Our Pets”
(03:44) John welcomes Arielle to the pod, who talks about her work in the industry and in setting up the Sustainable Pet Food Association. As a GP vet she became involved in nutrition and did extensive research before also becoming environmentally and sustainab...
2023-03-2237 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 15 - Knotty ’Nother Sarcoid!Ep.15 Show Notes
In this Skin Flints episode, the team were delighted to host one of the giants of the equine world - the brilliant Derek Knottenbelt (or Knotty, as he is also known).
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Chapter one: Knotty
(03:49) Sue introduces Derek Knottenbelt who gives his background in the industry and his practical emphasis.
(05:09) Sue asks Derek "what is a sarcoid?". He describes it as a reactive skin tumour – so skin cancer is the best way to t...
2023-01-1050 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 14 - A Scandinavian Success StoryIn this episode of the Skin Flint podcast, Sue, John and Paul welcome Katarina Varjonen to the platform to discuss the Scandinavian approach to responsible veterinary antibiotic usage.
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Chapter 1 – A Scandinavian Success Story
(02:46) Katarina introduces herself and her experience as a dermatologist; Sue clarifies she is also the incoming president of the European Society of Veterinary Dermatology.
(04:00) Sue talks Katarina's career, working in Scandinavia, the UK and the USA, commenting on how good Scandinavia is on managing antibiotic usag...
2022-09-0944 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 13 - Summer Itchin’For this episode Sue, John & Paul invite the wonderful Victoria (Tori) Robinson onto the podcast - a dermatology specialist based in referral practice in Glasgow.
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Intro
(00:00) - The Skin Flint team open the episode and introduce the guest for this itchy episode.
Chapter 1 – Summer itchin’, had me aghast...
(02:30) Sue welcomes Tori, who briefly introduces herself and her background.
(03:15) Sue asks what would we mean by 'summer itch' and Tori says this can mean a highe...
2022-07-1935 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 12 - The Return of the Wound QueenIn this episode John, Sue and Paul welcome Georgie Hollis back to the platform for the second half of their discussion of all things wound-related.
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SHOW NOTES
Intro
(00:14) John re-introduces the ‘Queen of Wounds’ conversation from last episode’s part one.
Chapter 1 – Debridement or indeed 'debridement' in French
(01:00) Sue asks about biofilms and how she would suggest dealing with this slime over the wound. Georgie touches on diabetic foot ulcers and uses a pepper ana...
2022-06-1031 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 11 - The Queen of WoundsThis week Sue, John and Paul welcome a very friendly face (voice?!) to the podcast - one Georgie Hollis. Georgie is a wound specialist who built her career in the human healthcare industry but moved over to veterinary and created The Vet Wound Library as an incredibly useful resource for vets and nurses.
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SHOW NOTES
Intro
(00:00) John introduces the podcast team and Georgie Hollis
Chapter 1 – The queen of wound management and her wound angels
2022-05-2635 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 10 - Rabbiting on about rabbit skinIn this episode Sue, John & Paul invite Molly Varga to chat with them about a non-traditional companion animal - the rabbit. Molly heads up the exciting new specialist exotic pets service at Rutlland House Referral Hospital in St Helens, Merseyside.
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SHOW NOTES:
INTRO
(00:00) John, Sue and Paul introduce the podcast the guest, Molly Varga (diploma in zoological medicine).
Chapter 1 – Rabbit Owners
(02:13) Sue asks Molly to introduce herself and Molly shares t...
2022-05-0237 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 9 - Hypochlorous Acid: The New Old Kid on the BlockIntro
(00:00) John introduces the team of Sue Paterson and Paul Heasman, ready for another fascinating conversation with the special guest, Ross Walker.
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Chapter 1 – What is hypochlorous?
(02:05) Sue introduces Ross Walker to the podcast. Ross describes himself as Director of Clinical Health Technologies, which manufacture products based on a high purity of hypochlorous solution; this has been in the human market with the Clinisept brand, and is now moving into the animal sector with the Contego brand via Nextmune.
(02...
2022-03-2332 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 8 - Who are the WAVD & what do they do?This month the Skin Flint team invited outgoing WAVD President Kenneth Kwochka onto the show to discuss what the WAVD does and how vets and nurses around the world can benefit from their work.
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Show Notes
Introduction
(00:00) John introduces the podcast with producer Paul and European leading dermatologist Sue Paterson, who herself introduces the guest, the retiring president of the WAVD, Ken Kwochka.
Chapter 1 - What is the WAVD?
(02:58) Sue introduces Ken and...
2022-01-2140 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 7: Come-ply With Me!In Episode 7 of the Skin Flint Podcast we invited Jill Maddison to come chat with us. Jill is Professor of General Practice, Director of Professional Development and Director of the BVetMed course at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC).
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Show Notes
Introduction
(00:00) John introduces the podcast topic, along with producer Paul and Sue Paterson - who introduces us to the topic of compliance as well as the guest, Jill Maddison, the professor of general practice at the Royal Vet College in...
2021-12-2039 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 6 - Allergy Vaccines: do they work?In Episode 6 we were delighted to be joined by one of the giants of global veterinary dermatology - Ralf Mueller (Dr. med. vet., MANZCVSc (Canine Medicine), Dip. ACVD, FANZCVSDc (Dermatology), Dip. ECVD). Ralf has published over 250 studies, articles, book chapters and books and given more than twelve hundred seminars, lectures and talks all over the world - plus at least one podcast now!
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Introduction
(00:00) John introduces the podcast with co-hosts Sue and Paul; Sue introduces us to Ralf Mueller and his work in dermatology.
2021-11-0935 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 5 - Call The Vet Nurse!In the fifth episode of the Skin Flint Podcast, we invited Sara Kendall RVN to join us for a discussion on how veterinary nurses can improve dermatology cases by close interaction with the vets. Sara is also the Group Manager of the VNDG (Veterinary Nursing Dermatology Group).
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Chapter 1 - Call The VN!
(00:00) John introduces Sara to the podcast and Sara lets us now about her role as a nurse working in busy first opinion practice, who is involved in dermatology
(01:31) Sue as...
2021-10-2327 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 4 - Food For ThoughtIn Episode 4 of the Skin Flint Podcast, we invite specialist Hilary Jackson to join us to discuss a large and very important topic - diet. Hilary was on the faculty at North Carolina State University, before returning to Scotland where she works as a clinical director at the Dermatology Referral Service in Glasgow. She has clinical and research interests in canine atopic dermatitis and immune mediated skin disease and has published and lectured widely on these subjects and other aspects of veterinary dermatology.
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Intro
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2021-09-1634 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 3 - Westies And BestiesIn Episode 3 of the Skin Flint Podcast, we invite dermatology specialist Janet Littlewood to join us to discuss a very popular breed of dog - West Highland White Terriers (Westies). Janet has over 30 years' experience in referral dermatology, holds the RCVS Dilpoma, and is an RCVS Recognised Specialist in Veterinary Dermatology.
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SHOW NOTES
Intro (00:00) - Westies And Besties
John introduces Sue & Paul, before briefly addressing the topic to be discussed and who is joining us on episode 3.
Chapter 1 (03:08) - W...
2021-08-1136 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 2 - Return of Mr FleaJohn, Sue and Paul welcome back 'Mr Flea' (parasitology expert Ian Wright) for a second episode of The Skin Flint Podcast focusing on treatments, pet health schemes, media coverage and finally drawing some conclusions to the discussion.
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SHOW NOTES
Intro (00:00)
John, Sue and Paul look forward to another chat with Ian Wright the parasitology expert and welcome your thoughts and questions through the social media channels at Elearning.Vet, including any more wacky questions for Sue! Find us on Facebook, Instagram, Tw...
2021-07-1337 minThe Skin Flint PodcastEpisode 1 - ”Mr Flea”In Episode One, Sue and John interview Mr Flea - the brilliant Ian Wright. Ian is a practising Veterinary surgeon and co-owner of the Mount Veterinary Practice in Fleetwood. He has a Master’s degree in Veterinary Parasitology, is head of the European Scientific Counsel of Companion Animal Parasites (ESCCAP) UK & Ireland and guideline director for ESCCAP Europe.
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SHOW NOTES
Intro - Mr Flea (00:00)
In the very first skinflint podcast we look at fleas, with the help of Ian Wright BVMS BSc...
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