A Conversation in Veterinary Pathology - The A.C.V.P. Podcast

This episode reviews highlights from our guests in season 03 of A Conversation in Veterinary Pathology - The A.C.V.P. Podcast. We will be back soon with Season 04! ___ Episodes Featured in the Season 03 Wrap-Up: Season 03, Episode 02 - A Conversation with Dr. Rachel Neto https://acvppodcast.podbean.com/e/season-03-episode-02-a-conversation-with-dr-rachel-neto/ Season 03, Episode 03 - A Conversation with Dr. Paige Carmichael https://acvppodcast.podbean.com/e/season-03-episode-02-a-conversation-with-dr-paige-carmichael/ Season 03, Episode 04 - A Conversation with Dr. Michael Q Bailey of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) - Part 1 https://acvppodcast.podbean.com/e/season-03-episode-02-a-conversation-with-dr-michael-q-bailey-of-the-american-veterinary-medical-association-avma/ Season 03, Episode 05 - A Conversation with Dr. Michael Q Bailey of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) - Part 2 https://acvppodcast.podbean.com/e/season-03-episode-03-a-conversation-with-dr-michael-q-bailey-of-the-american-veterinary-medical-association-avma-part-2/ Season 03, Episode 06 - A Conversation with Past and Current ACVP Presidents, Dr. Lauri Diehl and Dr. Rachel Reams https://acvppodcast.podbean.com/e/season-03-episode-05-a-conversation-with-past-and-current-acvp-presidents-dr-lauri-diehl-and-dr-rachel-reams/ Season 03, Episode 07 - A Conversation with Dr. Amy Durham https://acvppodcast.podbean.com/e/season-03-episode-08-a-conversation-with-dr-amy-durham/ Season 03, Episode 08 - A Conversation with Dr. Tony Alves, ACVP COO https://acvppodcast.podbean.com/e/season-03-episode-09-a-conversation-with-dr-tony-alves-acvp-coo/ Season 03, Episode 09 - A Conversation with Dr. Abby Armwood of the ACVP SEC https://acvppodcast.podbean.com/e/season-03-episode-11-a-conversation-with-dr-abby-armwood-of-the-acvp-sec/ Season 03, Episode 10 - A Conversation with Dr. Olivia Patania and Dr. Lauren Stranahan of the Student Engagement Committee https://acvppodcast.podbean.com/e/season-03-episode-10-a-conversation-with-dr-olivia-patania-and-dr-lauren-stranahan-of-the-student-engagement-committee/ Season 03, Episode 11 - A Conversation with Dr. Eric Fish https://acvppodcast.podbean.com/e/season-03-episode-11-a-conversation-with-dr-eric-fish/ Season 03, Episode 12 - A Conversation with Dr. Josh Webster, Editor-in-Chief of Veterinary Pathology https://acvppodcast.podbean.com/e/season-03-episode-12-a-conversation-with-dr-josh-webster-editor-in-chief-of-veterinary-pathology/ Season 03, Episode 13 - A Conversation with Dr. Melissa Macias-Rioseco https://acvppodcast.podbean.com/e/season-03-episode-13-a-conversation-with-dr-melissa-macias-rioseco/ Season 03, Episode 14 - A Conversation with Dr. Carlos Flores Olivares https://acvppodcast.podbean.com/e/season-03-episode-15-a-conversation-with-dr-carlos-olivares/ Other Links Featured in this Episode ACVP Errors in Publication Portal ACVP Social Media Facebook - ACVP Meetings and Topics Instagram - americancollegevetpath X (Twitter) - @ACVP LinkedIn - AMERICAN COLLEGE OF VETERINARY PATHOLOGISTS ____ Thank you to Nicholas Pankow, Assistant Audio Editor, for his help editing this episode. Music: Guestlist by Podington Bear, licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International License. The contents of this audio do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or the participants’ affiliations. Spoken audio content and associated photos are the property of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 2026.

¿Te interesa cómo se conectan la medicina veterinaria, la tecnología y la salud global? Esta semana, el Dr. Carlos Flores Olivares, ganador de la beca 2024 Latin Comparative Pathology Group, de la Davis Thompson Foundation, nos acompaña para hablar de su fascinante trabajo en patología veterinaria, que incluye el diagnóstico de enfermedades en animales acuáticos y pequeños rumiantes. Además ofrecemos una mirada a los retos y oportunidades que enfrentan los patólogos veterinarios en América Latina. Links 2025 ACVP Annual Meeting in NOLA ____ ACVP Social Media Facebook - ACVP Meetings and Topics Instagram - americancollegevetpath X (Twitter) - @ACVP LinkedIn - AMERICAN COLLEGE OF VETERINARY PATHOLOGISTS ____ Thank you to Dr. Melissa Macias Rioseco and Dr. Nicolas Streitenberger for their expertise in editing and recording the audio for this episode. Music: Guestlist by Podington Bear, licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International License. The contents of this audio do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or the participants’ affiliations. Spoken audio content and associated photos are the property of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 2025.

Today on the podcast, we’re excited to welcome Dr. Melissa Macías-Rioseco, a veterinary pathologist whose expertise spans infectious disease, livestock health, and reproductive pathology. Dr. Macías-Rioseco serves as an Associate Professor at UC Davis’s California Animal Health & Food Safety Laboratory within the Department of Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology. What drives someone to give back so generously to their profession and community? In this episode, we explore Dr. Macías-Rioseco’s journey—her passion for pathology, her leadership, and her volunteer service with organizations like the ACVP, the Davis-Thompson Foundation (DTF), Latin Comparative Pathology Group (LCPG), and the American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians (AAVLD). Join us for an inspiring conversation about the intersection of science, service, and the joy of sharing knowledge. Links 2025 ACVP Annual Meeting in NOLA Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month ____ ACVP Social Media Facebook - ACVP Meetings and Topics Instagram - americancollegevetpath X (Twitter) - @ACVP LinkedIn - AMERICAN COLLEGE OF VETERINARY PATHOLOGISTS ____ Thank you to Nicholas Pankow, Assistant Audio Editor, for his help editing this episode. Music: Guestlist by Podington Bear, licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International License. The contents of this audio do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or the participants’ affiliations. Spoken audio content and associated photos are the property of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 2025.

This episode, we chat with Dr. Josh Webster, Editor-in-Chief of Veterinary Pathology! Learn about his path in pathology, how he came to be the editor-in-chief, and what it even means to be the editor-in-chief. We talk about upcoming special issues, the use of AI in publication, and how his office is decorated. So grab your favorite issue of Vet Path and sit back while we have a conversation with Dr. Josh Webster. ___ Links ACVP Maintenance of Certification (MOC) 2025 ACVP Annual Meeting in NOLA Veterinary Pathology Neuropathology Issue of Veterinary Pathology ____ ACVP Social Media Facebook - ACVP Meetings and Topics Instagram - americancollegevetpath X (Twitter) - @ACVP LinkedIn - AMERICAN COLLEGE OF VETERINARY PATHOLOGISTS ____ Thank you to Nicholas Pankow, Assistant Audio Editor, for his help editing this episode. Music: Guestlist by Podington Bear, licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International License. The contents of this audio do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or the participants’ affiliations. Spoken audio content and associated photos are the property of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 2025.

In this episode, we talk to veterinary clinical pathologist, Dr. Eric Fish of EJF Veterinary Consulting, LLC. We learn about his experience in a combined PhD/pathology residency, how he transitioned into the private sector, and the range of services he offers as a consultant. We also hear Dr. Fish’s views on AI and its role in the future of pathology. Want some new recommendations for a podcast or book? Dr. Fish has those, too! So go for a walk or find a comfy place and get ready for a conversation with Dr. Eric Fish. ____ Links 2025 ACVP Annual Meeting Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15-October 15, 2025 ACVP Errors in Publications Portal All Science Great and Small Substack Red Flags of Quackery from All Science Great and Small Season 03, Episode 02 - A Conversation with Dr. Rachel Neto Season 01, Episode 05 - A Conversation with Dr. Jey Koehler ____ Podcast Mentioned NPR How I Built This Books Mentioned Song of the Cell by Siddhartha Mukherjee Range by David Epstein Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese ___ ACVP Social Media Facebook - ACVP Meetings and Topics Instagram - americancollegevetpath X (Twitter) - @ACVP LinkedIn - AMERICAN COLLEGE OF VETERINARY PATHOLOGISTS ____ Thank you to Nicholas Pankow, Assistant Audio Editor, for his help editing this episode. Music: Guestlist by Podington Bear, licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International License. The contents of this audio do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or the participants’ affiliations. Spoken audio content and associated photos are the property of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 2025.

In this episode, we chat with Dr. Olivia Patania and Dr. Lauren Stranahan of the ACVP Student Engagement Committee. They discuss veterinary student happenings at the 2024 ACVP/ASVCP annual meeting and upcoming exciting events for the 2025 Annual Meeting in New Orleans, LA. Have you thought about volunteering for ACVP? We hear how they started and why it’s important. The Doctors also discuss the best time in your career to get interested in veterinary pathology - spoiler alert - it’s anytime! So grab a comfy chair and get ready for a conversation with Dr. Olivia Patania and Dr. Lauren Stanahan. ___ Links Veterinary Student Engagement - https://acvp.org/training/veterinary-student-engagement/ 2025 ACVP Pathletes Registration 2025 Annual Meeting in NOLA Student Externship Scholarships Season 02, Episode 04 - A Conversation with Dr. Mara Varvil Season 02, Episode 05 - A Conversation with Dr. Keith Nelson of the Student Externship Scholarship Committee ACVP Errors in Publications Portal ACVP Training Program Accreditation ___ ACVP Student Engagement’s Social Media Facebook: ACVP Veterinary Student Engagement Instagram: acvp_student_engagement ____ ACVP Social Media Facebook - ACVP Meetings and Topics Instagram - americancollegevetpath X (Twitter) - @ACVP LinkedIn - AMERICAN COLLEGE OF VETERINARY PATHOLOGISTS ____ Acronyms STP = Society of Toxicologic Pathology DTF = Davis Thompson Foundation ____ Music: Guestlist by Podington Bear, licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International License. The contents of this audio do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or the participants’ affiliations. Spoken audio content and associated photos are the property of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 2025.

Today’s guest is Dr. Abby Armwood, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Population Health and Pathobiology at North Carolina State University, College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Armwood sat down with us at the 2024 ACVP/ASVCP Annual Meeting in Seattle, WA, to tell us more about the ACVP Student Engagement Committee (SEC) and their commitment to creating fun and educational events. Hear more about Patheletes, kicking off at the 2025 Annual Meeting in New Orleans, LA, and the veterinary student mentoring program. Dr. Armwood also discusses the Pathology Training Committee and its role in enhancing the quality of pathology training programs. And, we hear about her journey in pathology–from an interest in becoming an aquatic veterinarian to expertise in all things aquatic pathology! Grab a snack and join us for a conversation with Dr. Abby Armwood. If you want to connect with the ACVP SEC, you can find them: Facebook - ACVP Veterinary Student Engagement Committee ___ More Information on: 2025 ACVP Annual Meeting in NOLA Maintenance of Certification More Information on the ACVP Training Program Accreditation AQUAVET(R) - Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine ACVP Errors in Publications Portal ___ ACVP Social Media Facebook - ACVP Meetings and Topics Instagram - americancollegevetpath X (Twitter) - @ACVP LinkedIn - AMERICAN COLLEGE OF VETERINARY PATHOLOGISTS ____ Thank you to Dr. Andrea Kerr, of the MCC Podcast Subcommittee, for editing this episode. Music: Guestlist by Podington Bear, licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International License. The contents of this audio do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or the participants’ affiliations. Spoken audio content and associated photos are the property of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 2025.

Today’s guest is Dr. Derron (Tony) Alves, ACVP’s Chief Operating Officer (or COO)! We sat down with him at the 2024 ACVP/ASVCP Annual Meeting in Seattle, WA, to discuss his journey in veterinary medicine, government, and pathology, his plans as the incoming ACVP COO, theory around volunteering, tips for junior colleagues, and why we need veterinary pathologists. You’ll also never guess which microscopic lesion mesmerizes him. Pathology is fun during our conversation with Dr. Alves! ___ More Information on: 2025 ACVP Annual Meeting in NOLA Harold W. Casey Scholarship Award More Information on the ACVP Training Program Accreditation ACVP Errors in Publications Portal ___ ACVP Social Media Facebook - ACVP Meetings and Topics Instagram - americancollegevetpath X (Twitter) - @ACVP LinkedIn - AMERICAN COLLEGE OF VETERINARY PATHOLOGISTS ____ Thank you to Nicholas Pankow, Assistant Audio Editor, for his help editing this episode. Music: Guestlist by Podington Bear, licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International License. The contents of this audio do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or the participants’ affiliations. Spoken audio content and associated photos are the property of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 2025.

Today's guest is Dr. Amy Durham, a Professor of Anatomic Pathology and Associate Dean for Education at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine. We sat down for this interview during the 2024 ACVP/ASVCP annual meeting in Seattle, WA, when she was the outgoing Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the ACVP. We discuss how the COO supports the mission of the ACVP, the most significant accomplishments of her tenure, and the transition to the current COO, Dr. Tony Alves. We also learn more about her path in pathology and how she achieved her career goals as a young person. Get ready for a wonderful conversation with Dr. Durham. ___ More Information on: 2025 ACVP Annual Meeting in NOLA Disability in Medicine Mutual Mentorship Program Harold W. Casey Scholarship Award More Information on the ACVP Training Program Accreditation ACVP Errors in Publications Portal ___ ACVP Social Media Facebook - ACVP Meetings and Topics Instagram - americancollegevetpath X (Twitter) - @ACVP LinkedIn - AMERICAN COLLEGE OF VETERINARY PATHOLOGISTS ____ Thank you to Nicholas Pankow, Assistant Audio Editor, for his help editing this episode. Music: Guestlist by Podington Bear, licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International License. The contents of this audio do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or the participants’ affiliations. Spoken audio content and associated photos are the property of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 2025.

In this episode, we have a special treat - it’s Dr. Lauri Diehl, the 2024 president of the ACVP, interviewing Dr. Rachel Reams, the current 2025 President. They discuss the transition process as the College moves between presidents, Dr. Diehl's mission and accomplishments in 2024, and Dr. Reams’ goals for 2025. Join us as we hear more about how the ACVP is moving forward with IT infrastructure, the Job Analysis Task Force, and goals for the Training Program Accreditation process as well as what they think is one of the biggest current challenges for the Board of Directors. Learn more about how ACVP is moving forward with more inclusivity and building strength through ACVP’s 2023-2027 Strategic Plan. So get ready to hear your ACVP past and current presidents. ____ 2025 ACVP Annual Meeting Pathology Informatics ACVP Membership ACVP Errors in Publications Portal American Veterinary Medical Association ____ Featured Past Episodes! Season 02, Episode 02 - A Conversation with 2024 ACVP President, Dr. Lauri Diehl Season 02, Episode 03 - A Conversation with Dr. Craig Miller of the ACVP Advocacy and Policy Committee Season 02, Episode 010 - A Conversation with Dr. Rachel Reams Season 03, Episode 04 - A Conversation with Dr. Michael Q Bailey of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) - Part 1 Season 03, Episode 05 - A Conversation with Dr. Michael Q Bailey of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) - Part 2 ____ ACVP Social Media Facebook - ACVP Meetings and Topics Instagram - americancollegevetpath X (Twitter) - @ACVP LinkedIn - AMERICAN COLLEGE OF VETERINARY PATHOLOGISTS ____ Music: Guestlist by Podington Bear, licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International License. The contents of this audio do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or the participants’ affiliations. Spoken audio content and associated photos are the property of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 2025.

Temporada 3 de “Una Conversación en Patología Veterinaria - El podcast de A.C.V.P."! Vamos a platicar de todo un poco: nuevas voces, liderazgo, mentoría, diversidad, bienestar y más. Los episodios son en inglés, pero súper amigables para quienes hablamos más de un idioma también. ¡Échales un oído y acompáñanos! ____ ACVP Social Media Facebook - ACVP Meetings and Topics Instagram - americancollegevetpath X (Twitter) - @ACVP LinkedIn - AMERICAN COLLEGE OF VETERINARY PATHOLOGISTS ____ Music: Guestlist by Podington Bear, licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International License. El contenido de este audio no refleja necesariamente las opiniones del Colegio Americano de Patólogos Veterinarios (ACVP) ni las afiliaciones de los participantes. El audio y las fotos asociadas son propiedad del Colegio Americano de Patólogos Veterinarios, 2025.