The Swine it Podcast Show - Dr. Joseph Thomas: Applied Swine Diagnostics | Ep. 378

the swine it podcast show Nov 03, 2026

In this special rerun episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Joseph Thomas, diagnostic pathologist at the Iowa State University Veterinary Diagnostic Lab, shares how applied diagnostics are used to better understand swine health issues. He discusses seasonal disease patterns, critical respiratory and enteric pathogens, PCV3 interpretation, and how diagnostic labs support veterinarians and producers in strategic decision-making. Listen now on all major platforms.

What you'll learn:  

  • Diagnostic case strategies
  • Seasonal swine diseases
  • Mycoplasma control trends
  • Data-driven decision support

 

Meet the guest:

Dr. Joseph Thomas is a diagnostic pathologist at the Iowa State University Veterinary Diagnostic Lab. He holds a DVM and graduate training in swine from Iowa State. His previous roles include associate veterinarian and production manager at AMVC, and service in the U.S. Army Veterinary Corps. Now a diagnostic pathologist at the ISU VDL, his work focuses on applied diagnostics for swine health. Listen to the full conversation with Dr. Joseph Thomas on The Swine it Podcast Show, available on all major platforms. 

 

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