The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360

Our profession has had major technological advancements over the past decade. Genomic sequencing is one of those technologies that allows both the veterinarian and pet parent to provide us with the necessary tools to work together in preventive medicine. Join me as we speak to Lindsey Kock, DVM, market development manager for companion animal genomics at Neogen. Learn more about genomic sequencing and how it pertains to everyday practice here: https://www.neogen.com/igenity-canine-wellness/

Christian Capobianco is a second-year veterinary student at North Carolina State University's College of Veterinary Medicine. Following veterinary school, he is interested in pursuing a career in zoological, wildlife, and exotic animal medicine. He is also passionate about education and has a background in both formal and informal instruction. Christian has gained relevant clinical and research experience at institutions including Zoo Miami, Disney's Animal Kingdom, and the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute. He currently works at a number of local veterinary emergency clinics as a relief ER / ICU assistant and has been featured as a veterinary student extern on the hit television show, "Dr. K's Exotic Animal ER" on Nat Geo Wild.

Christopher Pachel, DVM, DACVB, CABC, received his veterinary degree from the University of Minnesota in 2002 and became board certified by the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists in 2010. He has operated both house-call and office-based behavior practices and is currently the owner and lead clinician at the Animal Behavior Clinic in Portland, Oregon. Pachel lectures regularly throughout the United States as well as internationally, teaches courses at multiple veterinary schools in the United States, and has authored several articles and book chapters on topics such as intercat aggression and pet selection for animal-assisted therapy. He is a sought-after expert witness for legal cases involving animal behavior and is also a vice president of veterinary behavior on the executive leadership team for Instinct Dog Behavior & Training, providing positive reinforcement behavior modification and board/train services within a franchise-based business model.

Ryan Joseph is cofounder and CEO of GoodVets. Ryan founded GoodVets in 2016 to radically shift the perception of corporate veterinary medicine and create a best-in-class customer experience.Ryan’s industry experience spans across many sectors, from Hollywood entertainment to online consumer tech. Immediately before founding GoodVets, Ryan served as the COO and CFO of PEAK6 Best Marble, an Italian based, luxury-grade marble excavation and wholesale distribution business.

Matt Brunke, DVM, DACVSMR, CCRP, CVPP, CVA, is a native New Yorker, having grown up in New York, New York. He received his BS in animal science from Cornell University in 2000 and his DVM from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in St Kitts, graduating in 2004. He received his certification in rehabilitation in 2008 from the University of Tennessee Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner program, and now teaches for that program. He completed the practice experience pathway for the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation (ACVSMR) in 2017 and passed ACVSMR boards in January 2018. As an ACVSMR diplomate, he believes in a big-picture, practical approach to his patients and enjoys both orthopedic and neurological cases. When not at work, he enjoys running with his dog Penny.

Our profession has so many opportunities to educate and inspire. More specifically, we love to teach and educate children about animals and the careers involved in veterinary medicine. Meet veterinarian, and author of the children’s book “The Doggy Doctor and The Upset Tummy," Jacqueline Johnson, DVM. Learn about her passion in writing and how this incredible story came to fruition!

Neil Shaw,DVM, DACVIM was the medical founder of BluePearl Veterinary Partners and served as the first Chief Medical Officer for Mars, Inc. Following a brief retirement, Neil founded SignalPET, proving the vision that independent primary care veterinarians can harness artificial intelligence to seamlessly expand their range and depth of care.

Legend Thurman is a third-year DVM Candidate at the Royal Veterinary College in London, England. Catholic University of America graduate, originally from Washington, PA and Washington, DC. Thurman aspires to be a full-time governmental veterinarian after graduation, advocating for change in veterinary medicine in legislation, public policy, and advocacy. Over the past three years she has served as the Junior and Senior Delegate for RVC on National SAVMA’s House of Delegates, National SAVMA’s Governmental Affairs Committee Chair and now, advisor, and is currently the RVC SAVMA Chapter President. During this time, she formed a COVID-19 Hardship Grant for students and helped write new legislation alongside other students for the National SAVMA By-Laws to alter membership guidelines for student chapters who have been affected by various disasters. Currently, she is focusing on advancing exposure to students on issues such as well-being, DEI, organized medicine, one health, and relationships in the field along with a charity drive for the Veterinary School in Afghanistan.

Steve Dale, CABC, writes for veterinary professionals and pet owners, hosts 2 national radio programs, and has appeared on TV shows ranging from Good Morning America to Oprah. He is on the dvm360® Editorial Advisory Board as well as the boards of the Human-Animal Bond Association and EveryCat Health Foundation. He appears at conferences around the world. Visit stevedale.tv. Join us as he talks about the importance of addressing dental disease to your clients, especially during National Dental Month, and what behavioral signs to look out for!

Michael Lucroy, DVM, MS, DACVIM (oncology), graduated from Purdue University, and went on to do a small animal internship at University of Saskatchewan. From there, Lucroy went to UC Davis to complete a medical oncology residency and graduate school, where he was a post-grad researcher at the Center for Companion Animal Health. He moved on up, starting a private speciality practice in central Florida, followed by a stint at Oklahoma State University as an associate professor and endowed chair, before returning to Purdue University as an Associate Professor and Chief of Clinical Oncology.After leaving academics, Lucroy worked in a private specialty practice at the VCA Veterinary Specialty Center in Indianapolis, before joining the R&D Team at Elanco Animal Health. Prior to joining Torigen, he was Director of Clinical Studies for MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers for Pets overseeing research in over 20 specialty hospitals. He is board-certified in medical oncology, and author of over 40 peer-reviewed publications. Lucroy is currently the Chief Medical Officer at Torigen.

Pam Hale, DVM, MBA, is the Chief Medical Officer for Destination Pet’s and a graduate of the Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine. She earned her master of business administration from St. George’s University. Dr Hale is a member of the AVMA and Georgia VMA. She serves on the Dean’s Counsel for Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine and the American Veterinary Medical Association Professional Liability Insurance Trust. She shares her home with 7 pups and her husband, Chuck.

Veterinary students are not only inspiring, but resilient as well with their overriding passion for veterinary medicine. Stacey Thomas is no exception, embarking on her new journey as a first-year veterinary student (Class of 2023) at the University of Arizona. Her path to veterinary medicine like most veterinary professionals is not linear, starting on the human side of medicine for many years previously. Sharing what sparked her new career path, (listen to find out!) Thomas gives us inspiration and hope as she enters the next chapter of her professional career.

Co-owner of Florida Veterinary Advisors and financial advisor, Tom Seeko, offers up a few tips on how to improve your clinics net worth. Seeko began his focus in the veterinary field in 2014, along with becoming approved to provide continuing education in the state of Florida in 2017. In early 2018, Seeko became an approved RACE provider through the AAVSB. As of now, Seeko and his team are involved within several associations in the state of Florida, VetPartners, and the VBMA (Veterinary Business Management Association) that provides students in the Veterinary field with resources and access to professionals to help them with solid advice to jump start their career.

Kash Kuruppu, DVM, received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph, Canada. Subsequently, she completed her graduate studies in Epidemiology using big data technologies and machine learning to identify and predict risk factors for diseases in animal populations. Most recently, she was the co-founder and Chief Medical Officer at a technology startup supporting veterinarians to deliver personalized care for companion animals. She is currently the Chief Veterinary Officer at Basepaws, helping advance human and animal health through the study of their genetics.

People, processes and problems have changed drastically with the pandemic. Join me as I chat with Maureen Joseph, Chief People Officer of GoodVets about culture, values and what it means to the Chief People Officer of an organization.Maureen Joseph is the Chief People Officer of GoodVets, and an experienced HR leader and entrepreneur with a demonstrated history of working across industries. Maureen joined GoodVets in 2019 because of the opportunity to have a positive impact on people and people processes in the veterinary industry, an industry whose professionals are too often mistreated and under-appreciated.

We’ve all been there. “Did I send enough?” “Did I write enough?” “Oh I’ll just let them figure it out.” Learn easy things to make you and the life of your pathologist way easier when collaborating with your patients! Establish a good relationship with them and it will make for effective communication. Listen as I chat with my wonderful friend, colleague and veterinary pathologist, Veronica King, DVM.

Shawn Messonnier, DVM, is the owner of Paws & Claws Holistic Animal Hospital. He is also the author of the award-winning “The Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats” and, “The Natural Vet's Guide to Preventing and Treating Cancer in Dogs, and Breast Choices for the Best Chances: Your Breasts, Your Life, and How YOU Can Win The Battle!“ Dr. Messonier’s interests includeChinese/Western Herbology, Homeopathy, Homotoxicology, Nutritional Therapies, and Acupuncture. He serves on the dvm360® editorial advisory board.

Jan Bellows, DVM, DAVDC, DABVP, FAVD, is board certified by American Veterinary Dental College and American Board of Veterinary Practitioner. He is the current president of the Foundation for Veterinary Dentistry. Dr. Bellows practices veterinary dentistry at All Pets Dental in Weston, Florida. Bellows is also the author of "Small Animal Dental Equipment Materials and Techniques, 2nd Ed" and "Feline Dentistry, 2nd Ed." Check out some awesome insight as he offers helpful tools in improving veterinary dentistry at your practice.

Kash Kuruppu, DVM, received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph, Canada. Subsequently, she completed her graduate studies in Epidemiology using big data technologies and machine learning to identify and predict risk factors for diseases in animal populations. Most recently, she was the co-founder and Chief Medical Officer at a technology startup supporting veterinarians to deliver personalized care for companion animals. She is currently the Chief Veterinary Officer at Basepaws, helping advance human and animal health through the study of their genetics.

As the the co-hosts of Vet Med After Hours Podcast and founders of the #vetyoumatter Campaign, Alec Failor and Tracy Sands, DVM, discuss their efforts in creating a work-life balance environment. Dr. Tracy Sands is the practice owner of Healing Paws Veterinary Care & Pet Resort in Pennsylvania and Alec Failor is the Practice Manager and Clinic Wellness Coach. Tracy is a mom who loves kayaking and yoga and owns a small flock of sheep while Alec is a professional disc golfer and a mega cat lover.

Dr. Phil Tucak, BSc., BVMS, is the Veterinary Business Professional of the Year for 2020. Phil is an Australian veterinarian, communications manager and veterinary journalist. As the Wildlife Outreach Vet, he works to share the conversation about conservation. Phil works in clinical practice at Cottesloe Vet in Perth, along with working as a writer and communications manager for several veterinary businesses and science and conservation organizations. He regularly writes content for the Australian Veterinary Association and various publications. Phil has previously worked as Communications Manager for the Australian Wildlife Conservancy, Communications and Interpretation Coordinator for Perth Zoo, as a journalist for SBS News, and as a television producer and presenter, and radio producer for the Australian Broadcasting Corporation.

Anya Babbitt is the CEO & Co-Founder of Mella Pet Care. Her shih tzu mix, Mella, is the namesake for the company. As an entrepreneur, Anya has built and exited multiple startups across industries and her work has been recognized by the United Nations, Wall Street Journal, and more. Her specialty is strategic partnerships, deal closing, and team building. Ben Seidman is the COO & Co-Founder of Mella Pet Care. Having studied entrepreneurship at Michigan, he loves building things and collaborating with his team. His puppy, Biggie, is the namesake for Mella's second product. He is resourceful, a door opener, and a team player.

Remember what your hospital was like before COVID-19? That chapter is in the books and we need to find creative ways of keeping team members employed, engaged and useful as we adapt to the changes in place. Erin Potts from Veterinary Hospital Association (VHA) shares with us how the pandemic impacted veterinary employees. She also offers some great tips for employees who need to work from home. Yes, it can be done! VHA is a proud not-for-profit association that has been serving and supporting veterinary professionals and practices for over 35 years by offering solutions that enable them to grow, learn, and succeed. You can learn more about VHA and the services they provide by visiting www.veterinaryha.org

Veterinarian and board member of the Women’s Veterinary Leadership Development Initiative (WVLDI), Dr. Rebecca Steers, discusses her journey into veterinary medicine. She also touches on leadership and the Women’s Veterinary Leadership Development Initiative. Do you think leaders are born, or developed? Or possibly, a combination of both? We would love to get your input!

Kristin Kirkby Shaw, DVM, MS, PhD, Diplomate ACVS, Diplomate ACVSMR creates personalized treatment plans for dogs with or at-risk of arthritis. These plans typically include: physical rehabilitation, intra-articular therapies, or surgery; but they always include comprehensive pain management, weight loss (if indicated), regular exercise, and wholesome nutrition. She is also an educator, teaching other veterinarians how to properly diagnose and manage arthritis in their patients. As a consultant, Dr. Kirkby Shaw works with Animal Health companies to develop new solutions for treating arthritis in pets. Resources such as these are part of the benefits of CARE membership. Check out her episode on canine rehabilitation and various resources to use!

Nicole Clausen, CSSGB, CCFP, Founder, Veterinary Inventory Strategy Network, Owner/CEO of Veterinary Care Logistics, shares how she became a veterinary inventory manager and covers the top 5 ways veterinary hospitals can reduce cost of goods!

Chand Khanna, DVM, PhD, is a veterinary oncologist and Chief Science Officer for Ethos Veterinary Health. Khanna is also a two-time recipient of the NCI Distinguished Mentor Award and was the 2010 recipient of the NCI award for outstanding Research. He has maintained a strong connection to the field of veterinary oncology and animal health. He continues to be an active clinician within his referral oncology practices, The Oncology Service, based in the greater Washington, D.C. area. He is also the founder of Animal Clinical Investigation a contract research company, involved in complex medical problems seen in pets. Make sure to listen in on some updates for Canine Hemaniosarcoma!

Dr. Laura Catena graduated from The Ohio State College of Veterinary Medicine. She is a small animal relief veterinarian and entrepreneur. Dr. Catena developed The ArmOR Hand Animal Handling Gloves after an injury she endured while working emergency medicine. Her injury resulted in extensive surgery and months of physical therapy to regain use of her hand. ArmOR Hand is a compassionate glove, designed to allow for proper and safe restraint technique, without the use of force. The glove is used to safely handle animals, reduce injuries to humans, improve animal welfare, and advance the cause of wildlife and pets. Dr. Catena is a medical advisor to 2 veterinary supplement companies, Medterra and Reggie. She is the mother to 2 young boys, Hudson and Holden, and their family dog, Beans.

Marlaina Hrosch is a licensed veterinary technician and technician training manager at Veterinary Emergency Group. She love all things emergency medicine, especially trauma and toxicity cases. Her focus is on training veterinary technicians to understand the "why" behind everything they do. Hrosch recently sat for her veterinary technician specialty exam in emergency and critical care, and is anxiously awaiting the test results! Email her any questions at [email protected]

Robert J. Silver, DVM, MS, chief medical officer of Rx Vitamins, has made it his mission to educate veterinary professionals about the importance of integrating nutraceuticals in traditional veterinary medical protocols. Dr. Silver is an active member of the Cannabis Clinicians Society, vice president of the American College of Veterinary Botanical Medical Association, and former president of the Veterinary Botanical Medical Association. He is a 1982 graduate of Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Register for his free live webinar airing tomorrow, 10/14 at 8pm EST here.

Jan Bellows, DVM, DAVDC, DABVP, FAVD, is board certified by American Veterinary Dental College and American Board of Veterinary Practitioner. He is the current president of the Foundation for Veterinary Dentistry. Dr. Bellows practices veterinary dentistry at All Pets Dental in Weston, Florida. Bellows is also the author of "Small Animal Dental Equipment Materials and Techniques, 2nd Ed" and "Feline Dentistry, 2nd Ed." Check out some awesome insight as he offers helpful tools in improving veterinary dentistry at your practice.

With years of experience, Steve Pustela and Derrick Ossi know a thing or two when it comes to financial planning. Working as financial advisors, the duo assist many young veterinary professionals struggling with student loan debt. Be sure to tune into this episode as they offer up some invaluable nuggets that can help shape the financial future of your veterinary career!

On this episode, Jack DeWees shares his voyage into the veterinary field through his bandage art. Originally working on the human side of the medical world, DeWees started by making 3-D figures out of coband for pediatric patients as a way to make them smile during challenging times. Follow his art journey on his Instagram page @bandageartists and listen for more on how this amazing concept sparked a new art movement for veterinary patients alike. Check out his website as well: https://www.bandage-art.com/

Mariacamila Garcia Estrella is currently a second-year Veterinary Student at Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine. As an upcoming participant in the Diversity Panel for the November Fetch conference, Garcia Estrella discusses the mental resilience it takes to navigate through the veterinary medical field as a Latinx student. Listen to learn more on her inspiring story.

As the creator of Teef! (https://www.teefhealth.com/site/), Microbiologist, Dr. Emily Stein shares some helpful nuggets on defining what a microbiome is, along with different treatment modalities for preventative care against the development of dental disease in both humans and animals alike. Take a listen!

Dr. Fred Wininger, VMD, MS, has extensive clinical training in all aspects of veterinary neurology/neurosurgery with a neurosurgical certification from the ACVIM. His special interests include advanced MRI neuroimaging techniques and minimally invasive neurosurgical procedures. Wininger is also the founding and current treasurer of Veterinary Neurosurgical Society, an organization committed to uniting veterinary surgeons and neurosurgeons in discovering the best therapy for pets. He is the founder of 3D Veterinary Printing LLC as well! Tune in and listen to some great advice on canine neurology!

Check out my conversation with Andrew Luna, who is the head of sales (North America) at Vetstoria. Vetstoria is the world’s #1 veterinary appointment booking engine. Driving millions of bookings annually in 20 countries and funneling hundreds of millions in revenue for our partnered clinics. Listen for some awesome information on how to use Vetstoria at your practice!

On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast, I got a chance to speak with Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practitioner, veterinary surgeon and dvm360 editorial board member, Dr. David Dycus. His areas of particular interest are in fracture traumatology, fracture biomechanics, osteoarthritis, total joint replacement, and stifle stabilization. Tune in to learn more about the incredible story of his veterinary career, along with some great tips to follow for those of you that are veterinary students!

Meet Dr. Antonio L. Bowens, owner of Bowens' Locum Veterinary Neurology & Neurosurgery Services (BLVNS). Learn more on his inspiring story as he shares his journey in veterinary medicine and finding his niche in the veterinary neurology world.

This week I chat with founder of Flourish Veterinary Consulting, Josh Vaisman. Josh is a certified compassion fatigue counselor. He believes all veterinary professional deserve to feel fulfilled by their work, each and every day. Through his company, Flourish Veterinary Consulting, he combines more than 20 years of veterinary expertise, a master's in applied positive psychology and coaching psychology and an education in positive leadership and positive organizational scholarship to help individuals do just that. To find out more info, head to www.flourishveterinaryconsulting.com.

This week I have the honor in chatting with Michael H. Jaffe, DVM, MS, DACVS, Associate Professor of Small Animal Surgery at Mississippi State University, College of Veterinary Medicine. We chat about an integrative and multi-modal approach to managing dogs with osteoarthritis. For further questions for Dr. Jaffe, Email: [email protected]. Enjoy the show!

Welcome Clint Latham J.D., founder of Lucca – a veterinary data security platform – as he discusses the growing need for cybersecurity due to the current rise in cyber threats since COVID-19. Learn what steps to take and what to look out for in order to protect your practice, clients and patients! Visit www.lucca.vet for more on this cybersecurity platform and the meaning behind the name!

As the host of two nationally syndicated radio shows and as an acclaimed pet journalist, animal behavioralist Steve Dale, CABC, shares some breakthrough feline research and offers a sneak peek at some of his upcoming Fetch talks that he will co-present with WSAVA One Health Committee Chair Michael Lappin, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (SAIM).

Welcome Dr. Kristin Welch to todays episode as she breaks down 5 constructive tips to help in emergency and critical care. Dr. Welch not only is the CEO of DVM Stat Consulting, but her substantial training, credentials and experience in emergency and critical care has allowed her efforts at Charleston Veterinary Referral Center (CVRC), to become the only Level I-certified emergency care center in the Southeast, as designated by the Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society (VECCS). So be sure to tune in and listen!

Dr. Valerie Parker, DVM, DACVIM, (SAIM), DACVN is a clinical associate professor in the Small Animal Internal Medicine and Nutrition division at Ohio State University. She will be presenting at the upcoming fetch conference, speaking on the following topics: Nutritional Management of the Comorbid Kidney Disease Patient, Nutritional Approach to Chronic Enteropathies I: What Diet is Best?, and Nutritional Approach to Chronic Enteropathies II: More Than Ingredients. Listen for more details!

My colleague, Dr. Allen Schoen, is a holistic integrative veterinarian who is the father of holistic veterinary medicine. Dr. Schoen is the host of his show, "Awakening With Your Animal Family" on Awake TV. Find out what it means to be a CALM pet parent and a veterinarian who embraces it!

Dr. Ashley Bourgeois and Dr. Chris Pachel share their experiences as being a veterinary dermatologist and veterinary behaviorist, respectively. We also get to tease out an incredible LIVE virtual event for their talk at our upcoming Fetch Virtual Conference 8/26/20-8/31/30. Register at www.fetchdvm360.com for details!

Be sure to check out the wonderful Carolyn Shadle, PhD, and her husband John Meyer, PhD, in our upcoming virtual fetch conference happening August 26-31st! Between Shadles contributions towards interpersonal communications and her extensive background on the human-animal bond, paired with Dr. Meyers gift in communications, allowed both to share with us valuable insight within the veterinary field. Listen till the end for a hidden surprise as well!

Tune in and listen to Dr. Jacqueline Whittemore, from the University of Tennessee, as she will be answering those burning digestive tract questions in veterinary medicine (specifically companion animals) in our upcoming virtual fetch conference! Dr. Whittemore graduated from the University of California, Davis College of Veterinary Medicine in 2000. After two years in small animal general practice, she completed her residency in Internal Medicine and a Ph.D. in Clinical Sciences at Colorado State University. Visit www.fetchdvm360.com today to register for fetch virtual!

Head over to www.fetchdvm360.com to register for our virtual fetch conference! It's a mega one that keeps growing! Here I chat with veterinary dermatologist, Dr. Ashley Bourgeois & veterinary behaviorist Dr. Chris Pachel! We tease out their virtual live event on feline behavior -vs- feline dermatology? There's a gray zone between. . is it OCD? Is it atopic dermatitis or something else? Find out more when they give their live RACE approved talk at our virtual fetch conference!