The Swine it Podcast Show - Dr. Murray and Dr. Tousignant: Mycoplasma Challenges in Swine Production | Ep. 322

the swine it podcast show Oct 07, 2025

In this episode of The Swine it Podcast Show, Dr. Deb Murray from New Fashion Pork and Dr. Steve Tousignant from Vaxxinova US discuss the challenges of Mycoplasma hyorhinis and Mycoplasma hyosynoviae in swine herds. They explain how to diagnose and differentiate the pathogens, share insights on testing tools, and highlight treatment limitations alongside vaccination strategies. Gain practical knowledge to protect herd health and minimize losses. Listen now on all major platforms!

What you'll learn:

Mycoplasma diagnosis
Clinical signs
Testing methods
Treatment limits
Vaccination timing

Meet the guests:

Dr. Deb Murray is the Veterinary Services Manager at New Fashion Pork, overseeing swine health for a system of 60,000 sows that markets 1.3 million pigs annually. She earned her DVM from the University of Minnesota and has been recognized with the Leman Science in Practice Award in 2016 and the AASV Young Veterinarian of the Year in 2012.

Dr. Steve Tousignant holds a DVM and a PhD in epidemiology from the University of Minnesota. He is the Director of the Swine Business Unit at Vaxxinova US, where he leads vaccine development and specializes in epidemiology and disease prevention.

Listen to Dr. Deb Murray and Dr. Steve Tousignant share key insights on mycoplasma management and swine health strategies on The Swine it Podcast Show, available on all major platforms.
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