In this episode of the Cone of Shame Veterinary Podcast, host Dr. Andy Roark discusses the post-euthanasia risks associated with pentobarbital injection. Dr. Warren Hess, the first author on a notable paper in JAVMA on the subject offers valuable insight as their conversation dives into the environmental and legal implications veterinarians may face after performing euthanasia using pentobarbital. Dr. Hess emphasizes the importance of understanding the drug's impact beyond the act of euthanasia, addressing issues such as liability, rendering, and potential impacts on food and feed. The conversation explores the need for better education among veterinarians and clients, and the importance of documentation to protect practitioners. Dr. Hess also mentions ongoing efforts by the AVMA to provide resources and education on this critical topic for veterinary professionals. LINKS Article Referenced: https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/261/11/javma.23.03.0161.xml AVMA Axon: https://axon.avma.org/ 2024 Uncharted Veterinary Conference: https://unchartedvet.com/uncharted-veterinary-conference-2024/ Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: https://drandyroark.com/store/ ABOUT OUR GUEST Dr. Hess is an associate director in the American Veterinary Medical Association’s (AVMA) Division of Animal and Public Health and as AVMA’s Disaster Coordinator. He provides technical and scientific expertise to the Committee on Environmental Issues (CEI) , the Aquatic Veterinary Medicine Committee (AqVMC), the Council on Veterinary Service (CoVS), and the Committee on Disaster and Emergency Issues (CDEI). Dr. Hess graduated from Colorado State University in 1989. He worked in small animal practice with an emphasis on birds and other exotic animals until 2004 when he began working for the Utah Department of Agriculture and Food (UDAF) where he served as a field veterinarian, assistant state veterinarian and 18 months as acting state veterinarian. He began working at the AVMA in 2016. Dr. Hess became involved early in his career with organized veterinary medicine and was elected president of the Utah Veterinary Medical Association (UVMA) in 2000. Dr. Hess has led several state and national organizations including serving as president of the National Alliance of Animal and Agricultural Emergency Programs (NASAAEP). Dr. Hess was voted Veterinarian of the Year in 2014 by the UVMA. He was the recipient of the NASAAEP Service Award in 2017 and the American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) Paws Up Award in 2018. He is married to his high school sweetheart (Lori), and together they have 5 children and 14 grandchildren. Dr. Hess has enjoyed the companionship of horses, dogs, various birds, and marine fish. He enjoys fishing, rowing/kayaking, and motorcycles and has completed a motorcycle trip from his home state of Utah to Alaska and back with his 87-year-old father in tow.

Dr. Andy Roark and guest Ryan Leech have an insightful discussion about corporate consolidation in the veterinary industry. They dive into the significant changes that have occurred since the end of 2023, and how this has shaped the business landscape. The conversation covers aspects like the impact of interest rates, the shift in executive teams in veterinary groups, and the emerging trends in the sector. They also highlight the importance of adaptability and originality in the face of these market changes. The episode is teeming with valuable insights for those interested in the business behind veterinary medicine. LINKS: Article Referenced: https://todaysveterinarybusiness.com/veterinary-consolidation-112723/ Ryan Leech: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leechryan The Bird Bath Podcast: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/the-bird-bath-podcast/ Uncharted Leadership Essentials: https://www.vetfolio.com/learning-paths/uncharted-leadership-essentials-certificate Uncharted Veterinary Conference 2023: https://unchartedvet.com/uvc-april-2024/ Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/ Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: https://drandyroark.com/store/ ABOUT OUR GUEST: Ryan Leech is an experienced leader with a history of growing businesses through highly scalable sales models. With a background that spans multiple industries, Ryan led sales for startups that raised over $100MM in funding and ran his own sales consulting firm. In his role at Digitail, he is responsible for overseeing collaborations and integrations with industry leaders and innovators to drive digital transformation in veterinary medicine. In addition to his professional experience as Director of Business Development at Galaxy Vets and Hippo Manager Software, Ryan is also the host of "The Bird Bath" podcast.

Dr. Andy Roark engages in a dynamic conversation with Certified Veterinary Practice Manager, and Licensed Veterinary Technician, Bash Halow. Together they delve into the art of navigating difficult conversations within veterinary practice and the significance of understanding clients' needs for effective communication. This episode is brought to you by the Purina Institute. LINKS: Purina Institute CentreSquare: https://www.purinainstitute.com/centresquare Get the new Purina Institute Clinical Nutrition Handbook for free! https://www.purinainstitute.com/sign-up?utm_campaign=pin-acquisition2023&utm_medium=influencer&utm_source=cone_of_shame_podcast_sparkes&utm_content=cr-clinical_nutrition_handbook_sign_up_pt-na&utm_term= The Purina Institute: https://www.purinainstitute.com Bash Halow Consulting: https://www.bashhalow.com Better Solutions and Employee Engagement with Design Thinking: https://www.bashhalow.com/fight-pushback-with-new-management-approach/ ABOUT OUR GUEST: Bash Halow CVPM, LVT, is a graduate of the College of William and Mary, a certified veterinary practice manager and a licensed veterinary technician. As a veterinary business advisor and a veteran practice manager with more than 23 years of experience, Mr. Halow has helped dozens of veterinary hospitals understand how to build stronger teams and responsibly and ethically grow their businesses. He is a frequent contributor to DVM 360, Vetted and other publications like AAHA Trends and Today’s Veterinary Business. He is a member of the advisory board for the Fetch360 veterinary conferences. He has been an invited speaker at all the major U.S. veterinary conferences including AVMA, AAHA, VMX, Western, Midwest, CVC, IVECCS; state associations, and international conferences like APVC, OVMA, the Alberta Veterinary Medical Association and addressed the Veterinary Management Association at the House of Lords, London, in June 2018. He is a member of the American Animal Hospital Association, the PVMA, founder and member of the New Jersey Veterinary Hospital Management Association, founder of the Big Apple Veterinary Management Association in New York City, and proud member of the Veterinary Hospital Managers Association. Mr. Halow was the 2013 recipient of the Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association’s President’s Award for management education in the state of Pennsylvania. He resides in New York City.

Doctoral candidate Sydney Waitz-Kudla joins Dr. Andy Roark to discuss her recent peer-reviewed publication on securing lethal means for suicide in veterinary practice. WARNING: This episode discusses suicide and the means for suicide. Listener discretion advised. LINKS: Article Referenced: https://avmajournals.avma.org/configurable/content/journals$002fjavma$002faop$002fjavma.23.03.0129$002fjavma.23.03.0129.xml?t:ac=journals%24002fjavma%24002faop%24002fjavma.23.03.0129%24002fjavma.23.03.0129.xml Lifeboat by NOMV: https://www.nomv.org/lifeboat/ Sydney Waitz-Kudla on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sydney-waitz-kudla-40b97383/ Uncharted Veterinary Conference 2024: https://unchartedvet.com/uvc-april-2024/ Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/ Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: https://drandyroark.com/store/ ABOUT OUR GUEST: Sydney Waitz-Kudla, M.S., received her BA in psychology from Vanderbilt University in 2015. She spent two years at the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center and two years at the University of Southern Mississippi as a Project Manager before coming to Auburn in 2019. Sydney is a fifth-year student in the AU Clinical Psychology Program and Presidential Graduate Research Fellow. Her current research is focused on means safety intervention and suicide prevention for veterinarians. Sydney loves to travel and has lived in 8 states across the US. She has two dogs named Kiwi and Mango and has been riding horses for over 20 years.

Dr. Jason Coe joins Dr. Andy Roark on the podcast to discuss effective veterinarian-client communication, specifically addressing sensitive topics like pet obesity. He highlights the importance of understanding the client's viewpoint, avoiding rushed recommendations, and advocating for a collaborative approach. Dr. Coe recommends resources such as the AAHA nutrition guidelines, communication skill books, and training programs for further learning in veterinary communication. This episode is made possible by Purina Institute! LINKS: Purina Institute CentreSquare: https://www.purinainstitute.com/centresquare REFERENCES: 1. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10339898/pdf/animals-13-02150.pdf MacMartin C, Wheat H, Coe JB. Conversation Analysis of Clients’ Active Resistance to Veterinarians’ Proposals for Long-Term Dietary Change in Companion Animal Practice in Ontario, Canada. Animals. 2023; 13(13):2150. https://doi.org/10.3390/ani13132150 2.https://bvajournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/vetr.1979 Sutherland, KA, Coe, JB, O'Sullivan, TL. Assessing owners' readiness to change their behaviour to address their companion animal's obesity. Vet Rec. 2022;e1979. https://doi.org/10.1002/vetr.1979 3.https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/260/9/javma.22.01.0043.xml Sutherland KA, Coe JB, Janke N, O'Sullivan TL, Parr JM. Veterinary professionals' weight-related communication when discussing an overweight or obese pet with a client. J Am Vet Med Assoc. 2022 Apr 15;260(9):1076-1085. doi: 10.2460/javma.22.01.0043. PMID: 35429375. 4. https://www.aaha.org/globalassets/02-guidelines/2021-nutrition-and-weight-management/resourcepdfs/new-2021-aaha-nutrition-and-weight-management-guidelines-with-ref.pdf Cline MG, Burns KM, Coe JB, Downing R, Durzi T, Murphy M, Parker V. 2021 AAHA Nutrition and Weight Management Guidelines for Dogs and Cats. J Am Anim Hosp Assoc. 2021 Jul 1;57(4):153-178. doi: 10.5326/JAAHA-MS-7232. PMID: 34228790. 5.https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/260/15/javma.22.08.0380.xml Janke, Natasha, et al. “Veterinary technicians contribute to shared decision-making during companion animal veterinary appointments.” Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, vol. 260, no. 15, 2022, pp. 1993–2000, https://doi.org/10.2460/javma.22.08.0380.  6.Adams and Kurtz book - Skills for communicating in veterinary medicine: https://www.amazon.ca/Skills-Communicating-Veterinary-Medicine-Cindy/dp/0997767901/ref=asc_df_0997767901/?tag=googleshopc0c-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=292985358383&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=15280529321757071277&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9001010&hvtargid=pla-493746778047&psc=1 7. Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine - FRANK Training: https://vetmedbiosci.colostate.edu/vcpe/continuing-education/ 8. RCVM@ OVC research team's website - https://rcvm.uoguelph.ca/ 9. RCVM@OVC research team's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/90231247/admin/feed/posts/ ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. Jason Coe, a Professor at Ontario Veterinary College in Canada, embodies a career bridging veterinary practice and academia. After earning his DVM and returning from mixed-animal practice, he completed a PhD in veterinary communications. Currently leading the clinical-communication curriculum, he's internationally renowned for his work on the human-animal bond and veterinary education. With over 100 peer-reviewed publications, numerous speaking engagements, and holding the VCA Canada Chair in Relationship-Centred Veterinary Medicine, Jason's dedication to improving veterinary care through communication is recognized globally. He's the recipient of prestigious awards, including the AVMA's Bustad Companion Animal Veterinarian of the Year.

We are dusting off our most listened episode of 2023 in which Fritz Wood, a renowned animal health consultant and advisor, joins Dr. Andy Roark to talk about pricing in veterinary medicine. Are increasing prices justified by inflationary pressures and rising costs of living? Do pet owners agree and/or accept this? What are the potential benefits and pitfalls of veterinary clinics raising prices? Should they do fewer large raises or more frequent smaller raises? The discussion ends with a conversation about the impact of corporate medicine and the coming future of telemedicine. LINKS: Fritz Wood Website: https://www.fritzwood.com/ Uncharted Veterinary Conference: https://unchartedvet.com/uvc-april-2024/ Uncharted Veterinary Community: https://unchartedvet.com/uvc-membership/ Leadership Essentials Certificate: https://unchartedvet.com/certificates/ Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: drandyroark.com/shop All Links: linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark ABOUT OUR GUEST: Fritz Wood owns and operates an animal health consulting practice in Kansas City. He’s focused on the business of veterinary medicine for more than 30 years, conducting important research on veterinary productivity and attributes of high-performing practices. Fritz is an author, speaker, business consultant, and key opinion leader. He was on the Editorial Advisory Board of Veterinary Economics, Veterinary Team Brief, and Today’s Veterinary Business. He’s authored scores of articles related to the business of veterinary medicine and personal finance. He often presents at local, state, regional, national and international veterinary conferences. Fritz holds Bachelor of Science degrees in Accounting and Business Administration from the University of Kansas (1986). For decades, he was actively licensed as a Certified Public Accountant and Certified Financial Planner. Fritz is also affiliated with a personal financial planning, investment management, and 401(k) practice, where they help people reach their lifetime goals. His pre-vet experience included nine years as a management consultant with a top global consultancy.

Dr. Andy Roark and Jamie Holms reflect on personal growth and professional goals for 2024. Andy grapples with patience and avoiding internalizing others' emotions, while Jamie aims to declutter her mind and improve her communication. Both stress the need for balance in veterinary medicine, emphasizing individual needs. LINKS: Dr. Andy Roark Resources: https://linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/ Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: https://drandyroark.com/store/ ABOUT OUR GUEST: Jamie Holms is a chicken mom and the Administrative Manager for Dr. Andy Roark, and Uncharted Veterinary Conferences. Jamie is passionate about helping the people who are helping pets and is a firm believer that the future of the veterinary profession is bright. Jamie is obsessed with baby goats, axolotls, hedgehogs, tea, plants (especially hoyas), kindle books, food, and sleep - not necessarily in that order.

Dr. Caroline Mansfield, registered specialist in internal medicine and honorary research professorial fellow at the University of Queensland and clinician at James Cook University, joins Dr. Andy Roark to discuss the role of the gut microbiome in the health and disease of dogs and cats. Caroline provides an overview of the importance of the microbiome in general pet health, the impact of antimicrobials, and her thoughts on what future research in this area might find. This episode is made possible by Purina Institute! LINKS: Purina Institute CentreSquare: https://www.purinainstitute.com/centresquare Microbiome Forum: https://www.purinainstitute.com/microbiome-forum WSAVA Nutrition Toolkit: https://wsava.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/WSAVA-Global-Nutrition-Toolkit-English.pdf JCU Vet: https://jcuvet.com.au/ Dr. Andy Roark Resources: https://linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/ Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: https://drandyroark.com/store/ ABOUT OUR GUEST: Professor Caroline Mansfield is a registered specialist in small animal medicine and is recognized as an international leader in veterinary internal medicine, as evidenced by frequent invitations to present at international conferences, requests to provide expert opinions and current and previous roles in the profession. She is a past Board member and President of the Australian and New Zealand College of Veterinary Scientists and has been a member of the Board of Examiners for the National Veterinary Examination. Her expertise is recognized outside of the sphere of clinical veterinary medicine by participating in the peer review process for Australian Research Council Discovery Early Career Researcher awards (DECRA) and Discovery projects from 2015 to present. She is currently Chief Editor for the Australian Veterinary Practitioner, on the Editorial Board for Animals, a member of the Purina Institute advisory group and received the 2019 Award for Scientific Excellence from the Australian Small Animal Veterinarians. She is currently an honorary research professorial fellow at the University of Queensland and clinician at James Cook University, located in tropical far north Queensland. Her research is focused on the interaction of the gut microbiome in the health and disease of dogs and cats, and the role diet and environment play in this. She also researches in areas of clinical gastroenterology that can result in tangible improvement in the health and welfare of our pets. She has published over 90 peer-reviewed papers plus multiple textbook chapters and conference presentations. To date, she has supervised over 30 post-graduate students and clinical residents to successful completion.

In this episode, Dr. Andy Roark and Jamie Holms revisit an old article on balancing happiness, stability, and giving in vet medicine. They reflect on changes in perspectives over the years, discussing the evolution of these core principles while exploring the intricate facets of happiness, intentional giving, and the dynamics of optimism and realism in the veterinary field. The 4 Gifts of Veterinary Medicine Article: https://drandyroark.com/the-4-gifts-of-veterinary-medicine/ Dr. Andy Roark Resources: https://linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/ Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: https://drandyroark.com/store/ ABOUT OUR GUEST: Jamie Holms is a chicken mom and the Administrative Manager for Dr. Andy Roark, and the Uncharted Veterinary Conferences. Jamie is passionate about helping the people who are helping pets and is a firm believer that the future of the veterinary profession is bright. Jamie is obsessed with baby goats, axolotls, hedgehogs, tea, plants (especially hoyas), kindle books, food, and sleep - not necessarily in that order.

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Dr. Simon Platt and Dr. Andy Roark dive into neurology's challenges, emphasizing individualized care and accessible diagnostics. Dr. Platt introduces a forthcoming neurology resource aimed at providing comprehensive information for neurology enthusiasts, all in the pursuit of demystifying neurology and prioritizing accessible patient care. This episode is brought to you by Nationwide Pet Insurance! LINKS: Spectrum Of Care: www.spectrum-of-care.com Nationwide's Pet HealthZone: www.thepethealthzone.com Web-Vet Neurology : https://www.web-vetneurology.com Dr. Simon Platt on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-platt-19906863/ Upcoming Webinar: https://drandyroark.com/headcases Dr. Andy Roark Resources: https://linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark Dr. Andy Roark Swag: https://drandyroark.com/store ABOUT THE GUEST: Dr. Simon Platt, a distinguished European and American veterinary neurologist with 23 years of academic expertise, embodies a passion for teaching, research, and clinical excellence. His extensive contributions encompass over 240 published scientific papers, including 70 chapters in renowned veterinary publications. Notably, Dr. Platt has co-authored five authoritative textbooks in veterinary neurology, showcasing his commitment to advancing the field's knowledge base. A trailblazer in academia, Dr. Platt has secured over $3 million in grant funding, led NIH translational research teams, and held pivotal roles within committees for ECVN and ACVIM. For over two decades, he has mentored neurology residents globally, while his dedication to education extends through the management of educational websites, notably featuring a pioneering 3D virtual-reality dog model for practical neurological examination teaching. Additionally, as the founder of SEVEN, a not-for-profit group, he established an annual southeastern regional clinical neurology conference, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange within the field.

Aaron Massecar, Executive director of the Veterinary Innovation Council, joins Dr. Andy Roark to discuss a recent article on technology turning pet owner homes into the first touchpoint for diagnostics and screening of veterinary cases. LINKS: Aaron Massecar on LinkedIn: Article: Home is the Emerging Care Site: https://todaysveterinarybusiness.com/technology-innovation-station-0823/ Veterinary Innovation Council: https://veterinaryinnovationcouncil.com My Dog Is A Robot: https://www.mydogisarobot.com Healthcare and Information Management Systems Society: https://www.himss.org Consumer Electronics Show: https://www.ces.tech Leadership Essentials Certificate: https://unchartedvet.com/certificates/ Dr. Andy Roark Resources: https://linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/ Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: https://drandyroark.com/store/ ABOUT OUR GUEST: Aaron Massecar, currently serving as the Executive Director of the Veterinary Innovation Council, brings a diverse expertise to this episode. Previously, he held roles as the Vice President of Education at VEG, Assistant Director of Continuing Education at Colorado State University, and served as an Adjunct Instructor at Texas A&M. Aaron played a pivotal role in establishing the Veterinary Innovation Summit and Veterinary Entrepreneurship Academy, leaving a lasting mark in the field. Outside his professional commitments, Aaron thrives on physical challenges. Recently completing a demanding 127-mile gravel bike race in Iceland, he continues to embrace new feats. Notably, he tackled a 200-mile gravel race from Moab UT to Fruita CO, showcasing his enduring passion for adventure.

Veterinary cardiologist extraordinaire Dr. Kristin MacDonald teams up with Dr. Andy Roark to debunk the myths and unravel the legends swirling around cardiology. From heart attacks in dogs to the controversies surrounding grain-free diets, they dissect it all. Tune in as they sift through the maze of modern ideas floating on the internet, separating fact from fiction, and shedding light on what holds true in the world of pet heart health. This episode is brought to you by CEVA Animal Health! LINKS: Cardalis Resources and App: https://www.cevaconnect.com/cardiology/clinic-tools/ CEVA Connect: https://www.cevaconnect.com Upcoming Webinar (Free RACE CE): https://drandyroark.com/CanineCardiology Dr. Andy Roark Resources: https://linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/ Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: https://drandyroark.com/store/ Cardalis: Important Safety Information: Do not administer in conjunction with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in dogs with renal insufficiency. Do not use in dogs with hypoadrenocorticism (Addison's disease), hyperkalemia or hyponatremia. Do not use in dogs with known hypersensitivity to ACE inhibitors or spironolactone. The safety and effectiveness of concurrent therapy of Cardalis™ with pimobendan has not been evaluated. The safety of Cardalis™ has not been evaluated in pregnant, lactating, breeding, or growing dogs. Cardalis™ administration should begin after pulmonary edema is stabilized. Regular monitoring of renal function and serum potassium levels is recommended. Common side effects from a field study include anorexia, vomiting, lethargy, diarrhea and renal insufficiency. ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. Kristin MacDonald earned her doctorate of veterinary medicine in 1998 from Auburn University, and then completed an internship in small animal medicine and surgery at Michigan State University in 1999. She finished a residency in veterinary cardiology at University of California, Davis in 2001 and became a board certified veterinary cardiologist in the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine in 2002. She continued her education by earning a PhD at UC Davis Comparative Pathology graduate group in September 2005 on hypertrophic cardiomyopathy in Maine Coon cats, and the effects of ACE inhibitors. Dr. MacDonald taught on faculty at UC Davis for a year, and then became the clinical cardiologist at the VCA Animal Care Center of Sonoma County in Rohnert Park, CA, where she continues to have a busy cardiology practice. She has been an active author of book chapters for highly respected textbooks, served as section editor for Handbook of Small Animal Practice, published a multitude of original research papers, and is coauthor of The Textbook of Feline Cardiology, the only text of its kind available. Dr. MacDonald has participated in clinical trials involving treatment of canine congestive heart failure, and enjoys being the lecturer for the VCA Cardiology Series in the United States. Living in Sonoma County, she enjoys spending time outdoors hiking, skiing, and being mom of two daughters, two Tonkinese cats and a Labrador Retriever.

Veterinary Anesthesia Nerd Tasha McNerney joins Dr. Andy Roark on the podcast to unravel the intricacies of anesthesia on a full stomach. They explore navigating emergencies when surgeries can't be postponed, highlight crucial factors in devising meticulous anesthetic plans, and dissect the risks tied to regurgitation during anesthesia. LINKS: Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds: https://www.veterinaryanesthesianerds.com Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds Symposium 2024: https://www.veterinaryanesthesianerds.com/cal/vans2024 Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/veterinaryanesthesianerds/ Canine Cardiology Webinar (Free RACE CE): https://drandyroark.com/CanineCardiology Dr. Andy Roark Resources: https://linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark Dr. Andy Roark Swag: https://drandyroark.com/store/ REFERENCES: AD Galatos, D Raptopoulos. Gastro-oesophageal reflux during anesthesia in the dog: the effect of age, positioning and type of surgical procedure. Vet Record, 137, 1995: 513-516 DV Wilson, AT Evans, WA Mauer. Influence of metoclopramide on gastroesophageal reflux in anesthetized dogs. AJVR, 67, 2006:26-31 AC Zacuto, et al. The influence of esomeprazole and cisapride on gastroesophageal reflux during anesthesia in dogs. J Vet Intern Med, 26, 2012:518-525 ABOUT THE GUEST: Tasha McNerney is a Certified Veterinary Technician from Pennsylvania where she works as a educational consultant and relief anesthesia technician. Tasha is the founder of the Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds, while also a Certified Veterinary Pain Practitioner and board member of the International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management (IVAPM) to educate the public about animal pain awareness. In fact, Tasha was the thought leader behind the now celebrated “Animal Pain Awareness Month” within the veterinary industry. Tasha became a veterinary technician specialist in anesthesia in 2015. Tasha loves to lecture on various anesthesia and pain management topics around the globe and was recently named the VMX 2020 speaker of the Year.

Dr. Addie Reinhard joins Dr. Andy Roark on the podcast to delve into the pivotal topic of mentorship in the veterinary field. They explore the significance of crafting a personal board of mentors, offering insights on being an effective mentee and navigating the terrain of feedback. Tune in as they unravel strategies for identifying the ideal mentors and uncover best practices in fostering these invaluable professional relationships. MentorVet: https://www.mentorvet.net/ MentorVet Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/mentorvet1 MentorVet Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mentorvet/ MentorVet LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mentorvet/ Dr. Andy Roark Resources: https://linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark Dr. Andy Roark Webinars: https://drandyroark.com/webinars/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: http://drandyroark.com/shop ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. Addie Reinhard is a veterinary wellbeing researcher. Her research focuses on developing and evaluating innovative interventions to support mental health and wellbeing within the veterinary profession. She is the Founder and CEO of MentorVet, an evidence-based mentorship and professional development program for recent veterinary graduates. She is on the research team for the next phase of the Merck Animal Health Veterinary Wellbeing Study. In 2021, she completed a master’s degree in Community and Leadership Development and a Graduate Certificate in College Teaching and Learning from the University of Kentucky and holds a certificate in Veterinary Human Support from the University of Tennessee. She is also a certified QPR instructor.

Dr. Taryn Pestalozzi, DVM, residency-trained in Nutrition, joins the podcast to talk about how she approaches difficult pet weight-loss conversations. Dr. Pestalozzi and Dr. Roark discuss the case of an obese Labrador Retriever named Greta, and how best to handle her care. As a veterinarian who practiced in GP for 7 years before running the Healthy Weight Clinic during her internship at Kansas State University’s Veterinary Health Center, Dr. Pestalozzi has fantastic and practical insight on how to motivate pet owners to make real changes for the sake of their best friends. This episode is brought to you by Hills Pet Nutrition! LINKS: The Hill's Veterinary Academy is a one site solution for educating the entire veterinary team. On the HVA, you can find FREE RACE CE from leading specialists and experts, patient-centric education beyond nutrition and flexible, on-demand content that fits your schedule. Hill's Veterinary Academy: https://na.hillsvna.com/ Hill's Body Fat Index Tool: https://www.hillsvet.com/content/dam/cp-sites/hills/hills-vet/global/weight-imc/HUS54073_Weight_CoreIMC_Vet_BFI_DogCat_LR.pdf World Small Animal Veterinary Association Nutrition Toolkit: https://wsava.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/WSAVA-Global-Nutrition-Toolkit-English.pdf Association for Pet Obesity Prevention: https://www.petobesityprevention.org/ Pet Nutrition Alliance Calorie Calculator: https://petnutritionalliance.org/ Ohio State RER Calculator: https://vet.osu.edu/vmc/companion/our-services/nutrition-support-service/basic-calorie-calculator ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. Taryn Pestalozzi received her bachelor’s degree from Smith College in 2008, before graduating with her DVM from Oregon State University in 2013. Dr. Pestalozzi was a general practitioner in the Portland, OR metropolitan area for 7 years before completing a clinical nutrition internship at Kansas State University’s Veterinary Health Center, where she managed the Healthy Weight Clinic. Dr. Pestalozzi recently completed her clinical nutrition residency at UC Davis Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital.

Jamie Holms RVT interviews Dr. Andy Roark about his recent article in Today's Veterinary Business titled "Measuring Sticks." They discuss how we determine our own self worth and the tendency for driven people to choose unhelpful and unhealthy measurements by which to judge themselves. LINKS: ARTICLE: Measuring Sticks:https://todaysveterinarybusiness.com/measuring-self-worth-andy-roark/ Dr. Andy Roark Resources: https://linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/ Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: https://drandyroark.com/store/ ABOUT OUR GUEST: Jamie Holms RVT is a new chicken mom and the Administrative Manager for Dr. Andy Roark, Uncharted Veterinary Conferences. Jamie is passionate about helping the people who are helping pets and is a firm believer that the future of the veterinary profession is bright. Jamie is obsessed with baby goats, axolotls, hedgehogs, tea, plants (especially hoyas), kindle books, food, and sleep - not necessarily in that order.

Dr. Natalie Marks joins Dr. Andy Roark to discuss her recent article on "The Daring Release of Perfectionism." They discuss how the selection process for veterinary school and success within veterinary school may favor perfectionistic tendencies, and the drawbacks these tendencies have in practice. Finally, they talk about how to manage perfectionism and make peace with it. LINKS: ARTICLE: https://todaysveterinarybusiness.com/perfectionism-fearless-0423/ Marks DVM Consulting: https://marksdvmconsulting.com/ Dr. Andy Roark Resources: http://linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark Upcoming Webinars: https://drandyroark.com/webinars/ ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. Natalie Marks obtained her bachelor's degree with High Honors in Animal Science from the University of Illinois in 1998, and then proceeded to obtain a Masters in Veterinary Medicine and Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine degree with High Honors from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine. She became a Certified Veterinary Journalist in 2018. She has been a veterinarian at Blum Animal Hospital since 2006, co-owner until 2018 and current associate. Prior to 2006, Dr. Marks worked at Allatoona Animal Hospital just north of Atlanta, GA. Her media experience began in print when she created several monthly veterinary columns in multiple community magazines and was a frequent guest speaker for the German Shepherd and Bernese Mountain Dog clubs of Atlanta. Dr. Marks has received many prestigious awards in her career. She was awarded the Dr. Erwin Small First Decade Award, presented to a veterinarian that has contributed the most to organized veterinary medicine in his or her first decade of practice. In 2012, Dr. Marks was awarded Petplan's nationally-recognized Veterinarian of the Year. In 2015, she was awarded America’s Favorite Veterinarian by the American Veterinary Medical Foundation. And, most recently in 2017, she was awarded Nobivac’s Veterinarian of the Year for her work on canine Influenza. Dr. Marks is also very passionate about educating in all aspects of media, both locally and nationally. She has appeared on Good Day Chicago, WGN-Pet Central, NBC Morning News, ABC, CBS, NPR, WBBM, Northwestern University media channel and many local websites. Dr. Marks was featured nationally on the Today Show and CBS Nightly News during the canine influenza epidemic of 2015 and in multiple issues of JAVMA. She is a guest contributor in multiple media campaigns for Merck, Zoetis (formerly Pfizer), Boerhinger-Ingelheim, Ceva, Trupanion, Aratana, ScopioVet, and Royal Canin. Dr. Marks is a regular columnist in Today’s Veterinary Business, Healthy Pet magazine, and Pet Vet, and has been published in Veterinary Medicine magazine, DVM magazine, Dogster, and Vetted. She is on the Advisory Board for Health Magazine and also was the host of numerous veterinary broadcasts for the Viticus Group (formerly WVC). Dr. Marks finds the ideal combination of teaching/mentoring and improving the emotional health of pets in the Fear Free movement. She sat on the Fear Free Executive Council and is a national educator helping other private practitioners develop these techniques. She also led her practice to become the 7th nationally and first practice in Illinois to become a Fear Free Certified Hospital. She is an Elite Fear Free Certified Professional. Finally, Dr. Marks is a serial entrepreneur, angel investor and consultant, and one of the newer members of VANE, the Veterinary Angel Network. When Dr, Marks is not working, she treasures her time with her family and her three wonderful children: Sophia, Evan and Madeline. Dr. Marks loves traveling, scuba diving, cooking and spending time outdoors, especially anywhere there is a beach!

Dr. Harry Cridge, veterinary internal medicine specialist, joins Dr. Andy Roark to talk about why we shouldn't be SO afraid of pancreatitis. They discuss common pitfalls in the treatment of this condition, how to effectively work these cases up, and finally how the novel drug PANOQUELL-CA1 works in these cases. LINKS: CEVA Connect CEVA Dehydration Wheel REVIEW: Advances in the diagnosis of acute pancreatitis in dogs Dr. Andy Roark Resources Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course Dr. Andy Roark Swag PANOQUELL-CA1: IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: The safe use of PANOQUELL®-CA1 has not been evaluated in dogs with cardiac disease, hepatic failure, renal impairment, dogs that are pregnant, lactating, intended for breeding or puppies under 6 months of age. PANOQUELL®-CA1 should not be used in dogs with a known hypersensitivity to fuzapladib sodium. PANOQUELL®-CA1 is a highly protein bound drug and its use with other highly protein bound medications have not been studied. The most common side effects in the pilot field study were anorexia, digestive tract disorders, respiratory tract disorders and jaundice. PANOQUELL®-CA1 is not for use in humans. Limited data is available on the potential teratogenic effects of fuzapladib sodium. Therefore, anyone who is pregnant, breast feeding, or planning to become pregnant should avoid direct contact with PANOQUELL®-CA1. ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. Harry Cridge, MVB, MS, PG Cert Vet Ed, DACVIM (SAIM), DECVIM-CA, FHEA, MRCVS American & European Specialist in Small Animal Internal Medicine RCVS Specialist in Small Animal Medicine (Gastroenterology) Harry qualified from the University College Dublin, Ireland in 2016 and went on to perform a Small Animal Internship at Mississippi State University, USA followed by a Small Animal Internal Medicine Residency and a master’s in veterinary sciences at the same institution. He became a Diplomate of the American and European College of Veterinary Internal Medicine in 2021. Following his residency, he moved to Michigan State University where he currently serves as an Assistant Professor of Small Animal Internal Medicine, in addition to an administrative role with oversight of the internship and residency programs within the college. Harry has published several research articles in peer-reviewed veterinary journals and lectures regularly at national and international courses/conferences.

Dr. Andy Roark discusses with Paranormal Investigator, Gabe Matthews, the real Spooky Stories submitted by our listeners. For more from Gabe: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ZAnCHLUTrI Greenville Ghost Tours: https://www.greenvilleghosttours.com/ ABOUT OUR GUEST: Gabe Matthews has been fascinated with all things paranormal his entire life. Gabe considers himself a paranormal educator and believes the only thing separating a skeptic from a believer is evidence.

Dr. Jules Benson and Dr. Andy Roark discuss the launch of the Nationwide Pet HealthZone, an innovative online platform that offers personalized pet health information. Dr. Benson shares the platform's origins, the importance of data for clinical intervention, and its practical applications in improving pet owner-veterinarian conversations. They explore the significance of accurate cost estimates for conditions and hint at exciting future developments for the platform, emphasizing its role in enhancing pet health and strengthening the bond between pet owners and veterinary professionals. This episode is brought to you by Nationwide Pet Insurance. LINKS: Nationwide Pet HealthZone: https://www.thepethealthzone.com ABOUT OUR GUEST: Jules Benson, BVSc, MRCVS, is Chief Veterinary Officer at Nationwide. He is a veterinary industry strategist focused on ways technology and data can transform the veterinary profession and the lives of animals. A member of the Veterinary Innovation Council Board of Directors and MentorVet Advisory Board, he has nearly 20 years of experience in private practice, start-ups, marketing, and pet health data.

Dave Cowan and Jeff Backus, Emergency & Critical Care Veterinary Technician Specialists and the hosts of the Vet Tech Cafe podcast, join Dr. Andy Roark to talk about when veterinary technicians consider leaving vet medicine. Both Dave and Jeff were considering walking away from vet medicine when they met and decided to start their own podcast. Since then, they've learned lessons and gained insight on how to keep technicians engaged with vet medicine (and also when it's just better to go ahead and leave). Let's get into it! LINKS: Vet Tech Cafe Podcast Homepage Dr. Andy Roark on Vet Tech Cafe Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/ Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: drandyroark.com/shop All Links: linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark ABOUT OUR GUESTS: Dave Cowan BA, CVT, VTS(ECC) has been in the veterinary field for over 25 years. He has worked for an educational farm, the Animal Rescue League, general practice and emergency/specialty practices In 2013, Dave passed the Academy of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Technician (AVECCT) exam and became a Veterinary Technician Specialist (VTS) in Emergency and Critical Care. He moved to North Carolina in 2016 and has spent time as a technician supervisor, an education and training coordinator, and was lead instructor for a Veterinary Technician Program. In 2019, Dave co-founded the Vet Tech Cafe Podcast with Jeff Backus. The podcast tackles difficult issues that veterinary technicians face as well as highlighting some of the many career opportunities available to technicians. Dave joined Action Vet Tech Services in 2020 and now works relief shifts at various practices both ER/referral and GP while also providing CE and training opportunities Dave has served on the New Hampshire Veterinary Technician board as the head of the credentials committee. He has been the chairperson of the AVECCTN credentials committee and is now one of the Members at Large on the AVECCTN Board. Dave lives in Hillsborough NC on a farm with his partner Robyn and her daughter Ruby. They have many animals to care for including goats, horses, chickens, and a donkey to go along with 2 dogs, and 2 cats., I have a one year old daughter. Jeff Backus started as a veterinary assistant in general practice in 1995 and began working in ECC in 2004. He became an RVT in 2009 and VTS(ECC) in 2013. Jeff also taught veterinary technician education for 7 years. He has been on the Board of Directors for the California RVT Association for 8 years, serving as President position from 2020-2022, and is now past President. After 4 years in academia at Tufts University, he relocated back to Southern California with his wife and began working for the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center. He is also a frequent lecturer and speaker with a focus on toxicology. He co-founded the Vet Tech Café podcast with Dave Cowan in 2019, talking about issues that face the veterinary technician profession with leaders in the field, and all of the amazing opportunities of the veterinary technician profession.

Dr. Dycus, Chief of Orthopedics at the Nexus Veterinary Bone and Joint Center and founder of Ortho Vet Consulting, shares invaluable insights into orthopedic examinations for both dogs and cats. He discusses the importance of video documentation for evaluating mobility issues, offering indispensable guidance to veterinarians and pet owners alike.

Dr. Eleanor Green, Founding Dean at Lyon College School of Veterinary Medicine, joins the podcast to discuss her recent article on the narrative that veterinary medicine is a profession in crisis. LINKS: Article: A profession in Crisis? Far From it Dr. Eleanor Green on LinkedIn Dr. Andy Roark Resources Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course Dr. Andy Roark Swag ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. Eleanor Green holds the Carl B. King deanship of Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences. She is a Diplomate of ACVIM and ABVP. She received a BS in Animal Science from the University of Florida and a DVM from Auburn University. She established a veterinary practice in Mississippi as partner/owner. She became a founding faculty member of the College of Veterinary Medicine at Mississippi State University. Her academic appointments have included: equine faculty member at University of Missouri; head of Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences and director of large animal hospital at the University of Tennessee; chair of Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences and Chief of Staff of large animal hospital at the University of Florida. She served as president of three national organizations: American Association of Equine Practitioners, American Board of Veterinary Practitioners, American Association of Veterinary Clinicians. Her awards include: 2004 Award of Distinction from UF College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, 2011 Wilford S. Bailey Distinguished Alumni Award from Auburn, 2012 Women‘s Progress Award for Administration and 2015 Distinguished Achievement Award for Administration at Texas A&M, and induction into the National Cowgirl Hall of Fame in 2013.

Dr. Shannon Emmons, practice owner and member of the NOMV board of directors, joins Dr. Andy Roark to discuss the rapid growth of Not One More Vet (NOMV) and the mental health and wellness programs they have been developing. This episode is brought to you by CEVA ANIMAL HEALTH LINKS: NOMV.org Race Around the World NOMV Lifeboat NOMV Anti Cyber-Harassment NOMV CLEAR Blueprint NOMV Advocates Program NOMV Gala Dr. Andy Roark Resources Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course Dr. Andy Roark Swag ABOUT OUR GUEST: Shannon Emmons DVM is a graduate of Atlantic Veterinary Class of 2017. She is a small animal veterinarian practicing in southern Maine and the owner of Eliot Veterinary Hospital. Shannon first got involved with NOMV after her own mental health struggles and worked to start the NOMV Ambassadors Committee. She is the Education Committee Co-Chair and a member of NOMV Seacoast. Shannon joined the NOMV Board of Directors in 2023

Dr. Ivan "Zak" Zakharenkov joins the show to talk about a recent article of his, and the wellness research he is doing in the veterinary industry. He and Dr. Andy Roark discuss the impacts of production-based compensation on wellness and well-being, and how veterinary teams might be compensated in a more satisfying way. LINKS: Article: Does Production Pay Undermine Veterinary Team Well-Being? Galaxy Vets: An Employee-Owned Veterinary Group Veterinary Innovation Podcast Dr. Ivan Zak on LinkedIn Book: Great Game of Business (Links to Amazon.com are affiliate links and help support the show) Dr. Andy Roark Resources Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course Dr. Andy Roark Swag ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. Ivan "Zak" Zakharenkov is a veterinarian, entrepreneur, and advocate for the well-being of veterinary professionals. After graduating from the Atlantic Veterinary College, he worked in various settings across Canada, from emergency to general practice. Twelve years in veterinary medicine inspired Ivan to create Smart Flow, a workflow optimization system, and Veterinary Integration Solutions, a consultancy serving veterinary consolidators. In 2021, he founded Galaxy Vets, an employee-owned veterinary healthcare system that prioritizes burnout prevention. He holds an MBA degree from the University of Cumbria in international healthcare management. Ivan serves on the board of Galaxy Vets Foundation and co-hosts Veterinary Innovation Podcast and Consolidate That!

Dr. Natalie Marks joins the podcast to about the opportunity for general veterinary practitioners to do more thorough work-ups on, and treatment of, cardiac cases. This episode is brought to you ad-free by CEVA Animal Health LINKS: CEVA CONNECT CE Courses ACVIM consensus guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of myxomatous mitral valve disease in dogs Dr. Natalie Marks Consulting Dr. Marks LinkedIn Cardalis: Important Safety Information: Do not administer in conjunction with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in dogs with renal insufficiency. Do not use in dogs with hypoadrenocorticism (Addison's disease), hyperkalemia or hyponatremia. Do not use in dogs with known hypersensitivity to ACE inhibitors or spironolactone. The safety and effectiveness of concurrent therapy of Cardalis™ with pimobendan has not been evaluated. The safety of Cardalis™ has not been evaluated in pregnant, lactating, breeding, or growing dogs. Cardalis™ administration should begin after pulmonary edema is stabilized. Regular monitoring of renal function and serum potassium levels is recommended. Common side effects from a field study include anorexia, vomiting, lethargy, diarrhea and renal insufficiency. ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. Natalie Marks obtained her bachelor's degree with High Honors in Animal Science from the University of Illinois in 1998, and her Masters in Veterinary Medicine and Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine degree with High Honors from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine. She became a Certified Veterinary Journalist in 2018. She has been a veterinarian at Blum Animal Hospital since 2006, co-owner until 2018 and then associate. Prior to 2006, Dr. Marks worked at Allatoona Animal Hospital just north of Atlanta, GA. Dr. Marks then became very active in the Chicago Veterinary Medical Association, serving on the executive board, the Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association, AVMA and AAHA. Dr. Marks has received many prestigious awards in her career; awarded the Dr. Erwin Small First Decade Award, presented to a veterinarian that has contributed the most to organized veterinary medicine in his or her first decade of practice. In 2012, Dr. Marks was awarded Petplan's nationally-recognized Veterinarian of the Year. In 2015, she was awarded America’s Favorite Veterinarian by the American Veterinary Medical Foundation. And, most recently in 2017, she was awarded Nobivac’s Veterinarian of the Year for her work on canine Influenza. Dr. Marks is also very passionate about educating in all aspects of media, both locally and nationally. She has appeared on all major Chicagoland tv and radio news syndicates and many local websites. Dr. Marks was featured nationally on the Today Show and CBS Nightly News during the canine influenza epidemic of 2015 and in multiple issues of JAVMA. She is a guest contributor in multiple media campaigns for Merck, Zoetis (formerly Pfizer), Fear Free, Ceva, Trupanion, Aratana, ScopioVet, and Royal Canin. Dr. Marks is a regular columnist in Today’s Veterinary Business, Healthy Pet magazine, the Fountain Report and Pet Vet, and has numerous other publications. She is a desired national and international lecturer for many of the same companies at VMX, WVC, AVMA, DVM360, VetGirl, and regional conferences, and most recently was a featured speaker at Ceva Sweden’s Derm Day and the Royal Canin Global Symposium. Dr. Marks finds the ideal combination of teaching/mentoring and improving the emotional health of pets in the Fear Free movement. She sat on the Fear Free Executive Council and is a national educator helping other private practitioners develop these techniques. She also led her practice to become the 7th nationally and first practice in Illinois to become a Fear Free Certified Hospital. She is a Elite Fear Free Certified Professional. Finally, Dr. Marks is a serial entrepreneur, angel investor and consultant, and on the Executive Committee of VANE, the Veterinary Angel Network.

Dr. Lisa Radosta, veterinary behavior specialist, joins the podcast to scatter a PILE of knowledge pearls upon us! This is a wonderful discussion of inter-cat aggression and what vet professionals and clients can do to maximize their chances of success. LINKS: Dr. Radosta Links: https://linktr.ee/drradostadogresources Florida Veterinary Behavior Service: https://flvetbehavior.com/ Dr. Lisa Radosta Homepage: https://drlisaradosta.com/ Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/ Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: drandyroark.com/shop All Links: linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. Lisa Radosta graduated from the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in 2000. She completed a residency in Behavioral Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. During her residency, she was awarded the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists Resident research award two years in a row. Dr. Radosta is the owner of Florida Veterinary Behavior Service, a specialty behavior practice in southeast Florida and co-owns Dog Nerds, an online educational resource for owners whose pets have behavior disorders. She is a sought after speaker nationally and internationally. She is a coauthor of several books including: Behavior Problems of the Dog and Cat, 4th edition and From Fearful to Fear Free. She is a contributing author for Blackwell’s Five Minute Veterinary Consult, Blackwell's Five-Minute Veterinary Consult Clinical Companion: Canine and Feline Behavior, Decoding your Cat, Canine and Feline Behavior for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses and Feline and Small Animal Pediatrics. Her new textbook, Handbook of Behavior Problems of the Dog and Cat, 4th Edition is due out May, 2023. She has published research articles in the Journal of Applied Animal Behavior Science, Journal of Veterinary Behavior and The Veterinary Journal and written review articles for Advances in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery, Compendium, NAVC, Veterinary Team Brief, Clinician’s Brief and AAHA Newstat. She has served on the Fear Free Executive Council and the AAHA Behavior Management Task Force. She has been interviewed for many publications including Cat Fancy, Dog Fancy, Palm Beach Post, NAVC Clinician’s Brief, Sun Sentinel, WebMD, AAHA trends, Real Simple, Good News for Pets, Catster, DVM 360 and AAHA News Stat. She has appeared on Lifetime television, Laurie Live, local news in southeast Florida, Mitch Wilder's Amazing Pet Discoveries, Nat Geo Wild, Animal Planet, Steve Dale's Pet Talk and Dogs, CNBC and Cats and Scapegoats.

Kelsey Beth Carpenter RVT, or Vet Tech Kelsey as she's known to her adoring fans, is a registered veterinary technician, singer/songwriter, and all-around creative genius. Her humorous takes on veterinary medicine can be found across the internet, and today she joins the podcast to discuss what she has learned about veterinary medicine from her own journey as patient facing a chronic medical issue. LINKS: Back to School Webinar Series: https://drandyroark.com/webinars/ Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/ Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: drandyroark.com/shop All Links: linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark ABOUT OUR GUEST: Kelsey Beth Carpenter is a Registered Veterinary Technician, social media manager, singer/songwriter, speaker/performer, and content creator. Kelsey has enjoyed working in emergency hospitals across California for over a decade. At her most recent clinic, she fell in love with the open hospital concept, and is passionate about teaching others how to implement this structure in their own practices. Kelsey also works as the Social Media Manager for DrAndyRoark.com, a Content Specialist for the Uncharted Veterinary Conferences and Community, and the manager of her own growing brand, Vet Tech Kelsey. With a background in the arts, Kelsey is passionate about the power of creativity, the importance of humor, and the magic that happens when art and science overlap. In her free time (what’s that?), she can be found hiking, writing goofy songs about Veterinary Medicine, and dressing up her Chihuahua even though she swore she would never be “that person”.

Dr. Andy Sparkes joins the podcast to discuss his role as co-editor in the Purina Institute's brand new Handbook of Canine and Feline Clinical nutrition. Dr. Sparkes and Dr. Roark walk through the chapters on feline idiopathic cystitis and urolithiasis while discussing what's new and important in the newest edition of the handbook. Get the new Purina Institute Clinical Nutrition Handbook for free! The Purina Institute ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. Andy Sparkes BVetMed PhD DipECVIM MANZCVS MRCVS graduated from the Royal Veterinary College (London) in 1983, and after four years in practice joined the University of Bristol as a resident in feline medicine. After the residency, he completed a PhD, and was then appointed as Lecturer in Feline Medicine. In 2000, he moved to the Animal Health Trust in the UK where in 2008 he took over as Head of the Division of Small Animal Studies. In 2012 he was appointed as Veterinary Director of International Cat Care and the International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM), and since 2019 he has been an independent consultant. Andrew has published widely, is a diplomate of the ECVIM and is the founding and current co-editor of the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery.

Stacy Pursell, founder of the Vet Recruiter, joins Dr. Andy Roark to talk about common pitfalls in negotiating for a new job. LINKS: The Vet Recruiter: https://thevetrecruiter.com/ Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/ Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: drandyroark.com/shop All Links: linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark ABOUT OUR GUEST: Stacy Pursell is an executive search consultant or executive recruiter serving the Animal Health industry and Veterinary profession for 25+ years. She is a workplace/workforce expert and a Certified Employee Retention Specialist. She is hired by the world’s leading Animal Health and Veterinary employers to find top talent while at the same time helping Animal Health and Veterinary professional take the next strategic move in their career. Stacy is also the host of The People of Animal Health Podcast.

Dr. Jen Chatfield (aka Dr. Jen the vet) joins Dr. Andy Roark to discuss how clinicians are already using AI and machine learning in practice, and how these tools can be leveraged to improve clinical outcomes. LINKS: Chats with the Chatfields: https://chatfieldshow.com/ Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/ Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: drandyroark.com/shop All Links: linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. Jen Chatfield (aka Dr. Jen the vet) is a national thought-leader in infectious disease and conservation medicine. She’s been a practice owner, a relief vet, worked in public health, serves as a member of the National Veterinary Response Team, and is a Medical Reserve Corps member. She serves on the advisory board for DVM360, PetVet Magazine, and VPNextGen and as an Associate Editor of the Journal of Zoo and Wildlife Medicine. Dr. Jen is one of the most popular speakers at the largest veterinary conferences and has been quoted in national magazines including Better Homes & Gardens. She was selected as a Future Leader by the AVMA and has been awarded 2 Gold Stars for contributions to veterinary medicine by the Florida Veterinary Medical Association. She loves French bulldogs, Himalayan cats, the dirtiest of vodka martinis and basking on Caribbean beaches.

Dr. Lisa Radosta, Veterinary Behavior Specialist, is on the podcast to discuss the behavioral euthanasia, the guilt and shame that pet owners experience as they consider it, and how best to support and talk to your veterinary team. LINKS: Florida Veterinary Behavior Service: https://flvetbehavior.com/ Dr. Lisa Radosta Homepage: https://drlisaradosta.com/ Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/ Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: drandyroark.com/shop All Links: linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. Lisa Radosta graduated from the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in 2000. She completed a residency in Behavioral Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. During her residency, she was awarded the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists Resident research award two years in a row. Dr. Radosta is the owner of Florida Veterinary Behavior Service, a specialty behavior practice in southeast Florida and co-owns Dog Nerds, an online educational resource for owners whose pets have behavior disorders. She is a sought after speaker nationally and internationally. She is a coauthor of several books including: Behavior Problems of the Dog and Cat, 4th edition and From Fearful to Fear Free. She is a contributing author for Blackwell’s Five Minute Veterinary Consult, Blackwell's Five-Minute Veterinary Consult Clinical Companion: Canine and Feline Behavior, Decoding your Cat, Canine and Feline Behavior for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses and Feline and Small Animal Pediatrics. Her new textbook, Handbook of Behavior Problems of the Dog and Cat, 4th Edition is due out May, 2023. She has published research articles in the Journal of Applied Animal Behavior Science, Journal of Veterinary Behavior and The Veterinary Journal and written review articles for Advances in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery, Compendium, NAVC, Veterinary Team Brief, Clinician’s Brief and AAHA Newstat. She has served on the Fear Free Executive Council and the AAHA Behavior Management Task Force. She has been interviewed for many publications including Cat Fancy, Dog Fancy, Palm Beach Post, NAVC Clinician’s Brief, Sun Sentinel, WebMD, AAHA trends, Real Simple, Good News for Pets, Catster, DVM 360 and AAHA News Stat. She has appeared on Lifetime television, Laurie Live, local news in southeast Florida, Mitch Wilder's Amazing Pet Discoveries, Nat Geo Wild, Animal Planet, Steve Dale's Pet Talk and Dogs, CNBC and Cats and Scapegoats.

Dr. Emily Tincher returns to the podcast to discuss how to keep teams working efficiently while implementing a spectrum of care approach inside practices. This episode is made possible ad-free by Nationwide Embracing a Spectrum of Care: https://www.petinsurance.com/veterinarians/spectrum-of-care/ Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/ Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: drandyroark.com/shop All Links: linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. Emily Tincher is a collaborative and data-driven leader who advocates for a pet-parent centered approach to communication and medicine through spectrum of care approaches. She is a second-generation veterinarian and a 2016 Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine graduate. Emily has practiced clinically in small animal emergency and general practice. As the Senior Director of Veterinary Relations at Nationwide Pet, she oversees operations and strategy in the veterinary space, including industry relationships and outreach to veterinary students, veterinarians, and veterinary teams. Emily serves on the AVMA Early Career Development Committee and is President of the Board of Directors for the Veterinary Leadership Institute. Outside of veterinary medicine, Emily enjoys traveling with her husband Kyle, competing with her horse (Blue) in the sport of Eventing, and endlessly spoiling her two perfect dogs (Tuxedo and Cricket) and rotten orange tabby (Exploding Poptart).

Dr. Karen Felsted DVM, CPA joins Dr. Andy Roark to talk about how practices can structure veterinarian compensation to better compete for new hires. They discuss salaries, production, split rate production, new graduate compensation and what the future of pay for veterinarians may look like. LINKS: PantheraT Management Consulting: https://www.pantherat.com/ Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/ Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: drandyroark.com/shop All Links: linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. Karen Felsted is a CPA as well as a veterinarian and has spent the last 20 years working as a financial and operational consultant to veterinary practices and the animal health industry. She is active in multiple veterinary organizations, has written an extensive number of articles for a wide range of veterinary publications and speaks regularly at national and international veterinary meetings. In 2011 and 2017, she was awarded the Western Veterinary Conference Practice Management Continuing Educator of the Year and in 2014, the VetPartners Distinguished Life Member Award.

Dr. Andrea Eriksson De Rezende, veterinary cardiologist, joins Dr. Andy Roark to discuss a cardiology case. Dr. Roark has an 11yo FS chihuahua with a grade V/VI systolic heart murmur that needs a dental cleaning. The patient is reportedly starting to cough at home. Dr. Roark wonders if this patient is safe for anesthesia and what sort of diagnostic workup and treatment plan would be appropriate. Dr. Eriksson lends her expertise! This episode is brought to you by CEVA Animal Health LINKS: Explore Free CE from Ceva: https://www.cevaconnect.com/ce/?utm_source=TheConeOfShame&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=Susanne_cardio Cardalis Info: https://www.cevaconnect.com/cardiology/products/ Skyline Veterinary Specialists: https://skylinevetspecialists.com/ Email: [email protected] Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/ Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: drandyroark.com/shop All Links: linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark Cardalis: Important Safety Information: Do not administer in conjunction with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in dogs with renal insufficiency. Do not use in dogs with hypoadrenocorticism (Addison's disease), hyperkalemia or hyponatremia. Do not use in dogs with known hypersensitivity to ACE inhibitors or spironolactone. The safety and effectiveness of concurrent therapy of Cardalis™ with pimobendan has not been evaluated. The safety of Cardalis™ has not been evaluated in pregnant, lactating, breeding, or growing dogs. Cardalis™ administration should begin after pulmonary edema is stabilized. Regular monitoring of renal function and serum potassium levels is recommended. Common side effects from a field study include anorexia, vomiting, lethargy, diarrhea and renal insufficiency. ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. Andrea Eriksson De Rezende is a native of Eugene, Oregon and completed her undergraduate studies at Willamette University in Salem, Oregon. She received her veterinary degree from Oregon State University in 2005, which was followed by a one-year rotating small animal and surgical internship at Oregon State University. She then completed a three-year residency in cardiology at North Carolina State University. Dr. Eriksson De Rezende became a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Cardiology) in 2009. Until mid 2011, Andrea was an assistant professor of cardiology at Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine. Andrea then moved to Brooklyn, NY to join the Veterinary Emergency and Referral group. Currently, Andrea is managing partner at Skyline Veterinary Specialists in Matthews, NC. Her research interests include management of congestive heart failure with particular interest in the renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system as well as cardiac imaging. Personal interests include cooking, travel & singing.

In this Hall of Fame Episode: Join Dr. Roark and the wizard, the legend "Uncle Mickey Schaer" as they talk about that case that terrifies us all - the venomous snake bite! LINKS: Uncharted Practice Leader Summit: https://unchartedvet.com/practice-leaders-summit-2023/ Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/ Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: drandyroark.com/shop All Links: linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. Michael Schaer received his D.V.M. degree from the University of Illinois in 1970. He then went to the Animal Medical Center (AMC) in New York City where he served as an intern and then as a medicine resident between1970-73. After the residency, he remained at the AMC as a staff member in the Department of Medicine until 1977. He then joined a private small animal practice in New Jersey until late 1978 at which time he joined the faculty at the University of Florida, College of Veterinary Medicine where he has remained until the present time. He has published several papers and book chapters and he has lectured nationally and internationally. Dr Schaer is also the author of five textbooks: Clinical Medicine of the Dog and Cat – 1st, 2nd, and 3rd editions and Clinical Signs in Small Animal Medicine, 1st and 2nd editions. At the U of F, Dr. Schaer functions mainly as a clinician and a teacher. His previous UF professional duties included: Professor and Associate Chairman-Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, Associate Chief of Staff-Small Animal Hospital, and Service Chief-Small Animal Medicine. Dr. Schaer served as Interim Chair, Department of Comparative, Diagnostic, and Population Medicine from February 2017-September 2018. He is currently Professor Emeritus and Adjunct Professor in Emergency and Critical Care Medicine, while still doing active teaching in the classroom and in the critical care unit. Dr. Schaer is board certified in internal medicine (ACVIM) and emergency and critical care (ACVECC).

Crossover Episode!! In this episode, originally published on the Uncharted Veterinary Podcast, Dr. Andy Roark and Practice Management Goddess Stephanie Goss talk about the lessons they wish they'd known BEFORE they started managing people and leading teams! If you like this episode, you can check out part 2 over at the Uncharted Veterinary Podcast! LINKS: Uncharted Events: https://unchartedvet.com/upcoming-events/ FREE CE: Updates in Canine Pancreatitis: Treatment Innovation with fuzapladib sodium for injection 2023 - Date: 8/8/2023, 12pm - 1pm EST Registration Link: https://drandyroark.com/CaninePancreatitis Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/ Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: drandyroark.com/shop All Links: linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark ABOUT OUR GUEST: Stephanie Goss started in the veterinary field quite by accident but fell in love with the experience of being able to serve people and their pets. With over 15 years of experience both on the floor and in the office, Stephanie is passionate about staff education, team culture, management and training. Stephanie loves helping managers and owners control their inventory and leverage their profits by maximizing their home delivery using online pharmacies. She is a vet med nerd who loves to geek out about technology, especially Practice Management Software. She has experience as a practice manager in both private and corporate practices, ranging in size from one to seven doctors. She has experience as a consultant and trainer with AVImark software, paperlite/paperless transitions, practice management and staff. Stephanie is the Director of Community Development for the Uncharted Veterinary Conference. More notably she’s the co-host of the Uncharted Veterinary Podcast where her laughter highlights the start of every episode and her knowledge bombs reign down like massive chunks of enlightenment from on high.

Dr. Tim Evans, a diplomate of the American College of Theriogenologists and of the The American Board of Veterinary Toxicology, joins Dr. Andy Roark to talk toxins! Dr. Evans tells stories from practice as a toxicologist as he walks through the most common nephrotoxins we see in veterinary medicine today. This episode is not to be missed! This episode is brought to you by Hill's Pet Nutrition and the Hill's Veterinary Academy LINKS: The Hill's Veterinary Academy is a one site solution for educating the entire veterinary team. On the HVA, you can find FREE RACE CE from leading specialists and experts, patient-centric education beyond nutrition and flexible, on-demand content that fits your schedule. Hill's Veterinary Academy: https://na.hillsvna.com/ To learn more about the nutritional management of pets with kidney disease, check out the Chronic Kidney Disease Inside Scoop video on Hill's Veterinary Academy. This video shows you how Hill's new Prescription Diet k/d ActivBiome+Kidney Defense uses the gut-kidney axis to help pets with kidney disease. Chronic Kidney Disease Inside Scoop video: https://na.hillsvna.com/en_US/resources-2/view/87 ASPCA Pet Poison Control Pet Poison Helpline ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. Tim Evans is a diplomate of the American College of Theriogenologists and of the The American Board of Veterinary Toxicology. Dr. Evans was the Toxicology Section Head in the Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory at the University of Missouri for almost twenty years, until November 1, 2022, and he now wears several new hats at the University of Missouri, including Associate Professor in the Department of Biomedical Sciences, MU College of Veterinary Medicine Public Engagement & Continuing Education Coordinator, and MU Extension Specialist in Animal Health & Veterinary Toxicology. Dr. Evans received his DVM from the University of California, Davis in 1982, and he earned both his MS (1996) and PhD (2002) from MIZZOU. He has been described as “intimidatingly enthusiastic,” especially when it comes to teaching veterinary professional students, and he was recognized as the April 2009 Nerd of MIZZOU and Nerd of the Year in 2010. Dr. Evans was also recognized as a William T. Kemper Fellow for Excellence in Teaching in 2013 and was MIZZOU’s 2015-2016 recipient of the Governor’s Award for Teaching Excellence. Dr. Evans also has a superhero alter ego, THE ANTIDOTE, the enemy of ALL things toxic, who periodically makes appearances in the classroom. Tim has been married to his extremely patient wife, Debbie, for 41 years, and they have two adult children, Andreya and William.

This week, veterinary internal medicine specialist Dr. Alison Manchester joins the podcast to break down diagnostic and treatment approaches for your vomiting and diarrhea cases. Drs. Manchester and Roark discuss both dogs and cats, and review best practices for working these cases up and managing them efficiently and effectively. This is a fantastic refresher episode packed full of pearls of wisdom! This episode is made possible ad-free by The Purina Institute! LINKS Purina Institute Handbook of Canine and Feline Nutrition: https://www.purinainstitute.com/sign-up?utm_campaign=pin-acquisition2023&utm_medium=influencer&utm_source=cone_of_shame_podcast_manchester&utm_content=cr-clinical_nutrition_handbook_sign_up_pt-na&utm_term= CentreSquare: https://www.purinainstitute.com/centresquare Purina Institute: https://www.purinainstitute.com/ ABOUT OUR GUEST: Alison Manchester grew up in Rochester, NY and studied art history at Tufts University before veterinary school at Cornell. After an internship at the University of Wisconsin, she completed her Internal Medicine training at Colorado State University. Dr. Manchester became board-certified by the ACVIM in 2018. She is currently a post-doctoral fellow CSU, serving time on clinics and working on a PhD focused on immune dysregulation in dogs with chronic intestinal inflammation. Her studies involve utilizing novel platforms and non-invasive samples to expand understanding of the gastrointestinal tract in health and disease. When not in the lab or the clinic, she enjoys hiking, cooking, reading fiction, listening to music, and spending time with loved ones in Downeast Maine.

Jamie Holms RVT joins the podcast to interview Andy about one of his recent articles. The struggle to take ownership of what we can while knowing when to accept things that are out of our control is never easy. In this episode, Jamie and Andy talk through where those distinctions become challenging in veterinary medicine and what to do when its hard to tell the difference. LINKS: Article - Back to Reality: https://todaysveterinarybusiness.com/back-to-reality-discharge-notes-0223/ Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/ Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: drandyroark.com/shop All Links: linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark ABOUT OUR GUEST: Jamie Holms RVT is a new chicken mom and the Administrative Manager for Dr. Andy Roark, Uncharted Veterinary Conferences. Jamie is passionate about helping the people who are helping pets and is a firm believer that the future of the veterinary profession is bright. Jamie is obsessed with baby goats, axolotls, hedgehogs, tea, plants (especially hoyas), kindle books, food, and sleep - not necessarily in that order. Fun Fact: Jamie’s a Slytherin

Board-Certified Veterinary Nutritionist Dr. Jackie Parr joins Dr. Andy Roark to talk about her chapter in the new Purina Institute Handbook of Canine and Feline Nutrition! Dr. Parr talks about her objectives going into the exam room to take a nutrition history, how to use the interaction to build trust with pet owners, and ultimately how to convert these conversations into better clinical outcomes. She also talks about her fondness for leveraging telehealth to engage pet owners, and the most common pitfalls practices fall into when it comes to nutritional assessments. This episode is brought to you ad-free by The Purina Institute! LINKS: Purina Institute Handbook of Canine and Feline Nutrition: https://www.purinainstitute.com/sign-up?utm_campaign=pin-acquisition2023&utm_medium=influencer&utm_source=cone_of_shame_podcast_parr&utm_content=cr-clinical_nutrition_handbook_sign_up_pt-na&utm_term= Purina Institute: https://www.purinainstitute.com/ American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Nutrition) Diet History Form: https://bit.ly/Nutrition-diet-form Purina Institute CentreSquare Diet History Form: https://www.purinainstitute.com/sites/default/files/2021-04/screening-evaluation.pdf World Small Animal Veterinary Association Global Nutrition Committee Nutrition Diet History Form: https://wsava.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Diet-History-Form.pdf American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine: https://www.acvim.org/home Canadian Academy of Veterinary Nutrition: https://canvetnutrition.com/ American Academy of Veterinary Nutrition: https://aavnutrition.org/ Academy of Veterinary Nutrition Technicians: https://nutritiontechs.com/homepage/about/ ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. Jackie Parr (aka The Kibble QueenTM), a Board-Certified Veterinary Nutritionist® and one of under 100 Diplomates of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Nutrition), is a proud Canadian who currently resides in Athens, Georgia, USA with her beloved Boston Terrier. Festooned with veterinary and academic designations that speak to a passion for science and veterinary medicine that borders on obsession, Dr. Parr is among the elite where pet nutrition is concerned. A natural educator, Dr. Parr is widely sought after in professional circles as both a public speaker, and as a specialist for consults on the most unique and emergent nutritional cases. She is a passionate nutrition advocate and an accessible expert with feet planted firmly in both the academic and practical worlds of specialized nutritional medicine. She is a proud Founding Member and the Inaugural President of the Canadian Academy of Veterinary Nutrition (CAVN) and was delighted to join the University of Georgia’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 2020 as the Nestlé Purina Petcare Clinical Assistant Professor of Nutrition. She leads the small but mighty Clinical Nutrition Service which has grown to include of two ACVIM (Nutrition) Residents and two Registered Veterinary Technicians (RVTs) since 2021.

Dr. Emily Tincher, Senior Director of Pet Health at Nationwide, joins the podcast to discuss the "Skill of Clinical Empathy." She and Dr. Roark talk about spectrum of care and define the term "Clinical Empathy". They compare notes on how good healthcare providers are measured, and Emily walks through the components of Clinical Empathy and how they can be applied in the veterinary exam room. This episode is sponsored and made possible ad-free by Nationwide! LINKS: Nationwide spectrum of care: spectrum-of-care.com Evidence-based medicine for pyometra: https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/260/S2/javma.20.12.0713.xml Veterinary Leadership Institute’s Trek: https://veterinaryleadershipinstitute.org/vli-trek/ Review article of clinical empathy in human medicine: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4294163/ Family Quality of Life article for spectrum of care, Brown et al.: https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/aop/javma.23.01.0016/javma.23.01.0016.xml?tab_body=supplementary-materials ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. Emily Tincher is a collaborative and data-driven leader who advocates for a pet-parent centered approach to communication and medicine through spectrum of care approaches. She is a second-generation veterinarian and a 2016 Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine graduate. Emily has practiced clinically in small animal emergency and general practice. As the Senior Director of Pet Health at Nationwide, she oversees operations and strategy in the veterinary space, including industry relationships and outreach to veterinary students, veterinarians, and veterinary teams. Emily serves on the AVMA Early Career Development Committee and is President of the Board of Directors for the Veterinary Leadership Institute. Outside of veterinary medicine, Emily enjoys traveling with her husband Kyle, competing with her horse (Blue) in the sport of Eventing, and endlessly spoiling her two perfect dogs (Tuxedo and Cricket) and rotten orange tabby (Exploding Poptart).

This week on the Cone..... We have a Hall of Fame episode for you! Dr. Andy Roark talks to Dr. Lisa Radosta about firework phobia and what we can do when clients call right before the bangs start. Let's get into it! LINKS: Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/ Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: drandyroark.com/shop All Links: linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. Lisa Radosta graduated from the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in 2000. She completed a residency in Behavioral Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania. During her residency, she was awarded the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists Resident research award two years in a row. Dr. Radosta is the owner of Florida Veterinary Behavior Service, a specialty behavior practice in southeast Florida and co-owns Dog Nerds, an online educational resource for owners whose pets have behavior disorders. She is a sought after speaker nationally and internationally. She is a coauthor of several books including: Behavior Problems of the Dog and Cat, 4th edition and From Fearful to Fear Free. She is a contributing author for Blackwell’s Five Minute Veterinary Consult, Blackwell's Five-Minute Veterinary Consult Clinical Companion: Canine and Feline Behavior, Decoding your Cat, Canine and Feline Behavior for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses and Feline and Small Animal Pediatrics. Her new textbook, Handbook of Behavior Problems of the Dog and Cat, 4th Edition is due out May, 2023. She has published research articles in the Journal of Applied Animal Behavior Science, Journal of Veterinary Behavior and The Veterinary Journal and written review articles for Advances in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery, Compendium, NAVC, Veterinary Team Brief, Clinician’s Brief and AAHA Newstat. She has served on the Fear Free Executive Council and the AAHA Behavior Management Task Force. She has been interviewed for many publications including Cat Fancy, Dog Fancy, Palm Beach Post, NAVC Clinician’s Brief, Sun Sentinel, WebMD, AAHA trends, Real Simple, Good News for Pets, Catster, DVM 360 and AAHA News Stat. She has appeared on Lifetime television, Laurie Live, local news in southeast Florida, Mitch Wilder's Amazing Pet Discoveries, Nat Geo Wild, Animal Planet, Steve Dale's Pet Talk and Dogs, CNBC and Cats and Scapegoats.

Dr. Jules Benson, BVSc, MRCVS, Chief Veterinary Officer at Nationwide, joins Dr. Andy Roark to talk about the power (and scarcity) of big data in veterinary medicine. They discuss how medical data is currently being collected in clinics and by pet insurance companies, and how this data can be harnessed to achieve better clinical outcomes while increasing access to care. Jules and Andy discuss the requirement for artificial intelligence to be trained on large data sets, and Jules explains how he thinks data collection inside veterinary practices will look in 10 years. This episode is brought to you by Nationwide. LINKS: Nationwide White Papers: Age and disease Brachycephalic dogs Cancer AVMA - AAVMC Veterinary Futures Commission Dr. Jules Benson on LinkedIn ABOUT OUR GUEST: Jules Benson, BVSc, MRCVS, is Chief Veterinary Officer at Nationwide. He is a veterinary industry strategist focused on ways technology and data can transform the veterinary profession and the lives of animals. A member of the Veterinary Innovation Council Board of Directors and MentorVet Advisory Board, he has nearly 20 years of experience in private practice, start-ups, marketing, and pet health data.

Steve Dale, certified animal behavior consultant (CABC), joins Dr. Andy Roark to discuss what modern pet owners want. Steve explains the rise of the "fur baby" and how that cultural shift has intersected with a larger demand for convenience and immediate service. Steve imagines what the desired pet owner experience looks like today, and what it might look like five years from now. LINKS: Steve's Blog & Website: https://stevedalepetworld.com/ TikTok: @groucho_thefunnycat Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/ Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: drandyroark.com/shop All Links: linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark ABOUT OUR GUEST: Steve Dale, certified animal behavior consultant (CABC), has reached more pet owners over the past few decades than any other pet journalist in America. He is the host of two nationally syndicated radio shows, Steve Dale’s Pet World and The Pet Minute (together heard on more than 100 radio stations, syndicated Black Dog Radio Productions, since 2005). He’s also a special contributor at WGN Radio, Chicago, and program host of Steve Dale’s Pet World (since 1997), and host of Steve Dale’s Other World, a general talk show (2020). He formerly hosted the nationally broadcast Animal Planet Radio. He’s currently a writer and contributing editor for CATster, columnist for DVM 360 where he also serves as a member of the Editorial Advisory Board. He’s also a columnist for the Journal of National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America. Steve is Chief Correspondent at Fear Free Happy Homes.

Dr. Brian Bourquin joins the podcast to discuss the new NOMV C.L.E.A.R. Blueprint. This is a hospital wellness certification program that was recently introduced to veterinary clinics. Dr. Bourquin talks about the certification, the experience of implementing it in his own Boston veterinary practices, and lessons learned along the way. LINKS: CLEAR Blueprint: https://www.nomv.org/clearblueprint/ NOMV Homepage: https://www.nomv.org/ Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/ Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: drandyroark.com/shop All Links: linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark ABOUT OUR GUEST: Fueled by childhood dreams of being a keeper at his own zoo, Dr. Brian Bourquin realized from a young age his path – a career in veterinary work. His journey began with graduation from Cornell University, the No. 1 school in the U.S. for veterinary medicine. After 13 years as a Boston veterinarian, he founded Boston Veterinary Clinic in 2012, placing an emphasis on trust, compassion, and top-level patient care. Embraced by the pet-loving community and with the aid of like-minded veterinary professionals, the practice has grown to 5 locations, each focusing on the best medicine possible with accreditations from AAHA, Fear Free, and Cat-Friendly Practices.

Dr. Tannetje’ Crocker joins the podcast to expand on a previous episode where she and Dr. Roark discussed the ethics and implementation of intentional discounting. In this episode, Drs. Crocker and Roark talk about the feedback from that episode, what they see as valid criticism and what they disagree with. The conversation then turns to a larger perspective on supporting pet owners who struggle to avoid finance, and the realities of working in a corporate emergency practice vs owning an independent clinic. LINKS: Follow Dr. Crocker's veterinary journey @dr.tannetje.crocker or www.drcrockerpetvet.com Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/ Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: drandyroark.com/shop All Links: linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. Tannetje’ Crocker is a 2009 graduate from the Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine. She is passionate about mentorship and empowering veterinary professionals to embrace the profession and find joy and success. Growing up Dr. Crocker competed on horses and was inspired to become a veterinarian. Since graduation she has worked as an equine ambulatory vet, small animal general practitioner, and emergency veterinarian. She currently lives in Texas with her spirited 10 year old daughter, funny 6 year old son, and supportive husband of 16 years. She works as an ER Veterinarian for Veterinary Emergency Group in Dallas, TX. Recently she was excited to purchase Alta Vista Animal Hospital in Fort Worth, TX. She plans to continue her support of fellow veterinary professionals, both virtually and in person through her various endeavors.