In this episode, Rebecca Gimenez Husted, PhD, joined us to discuss how equine veterinarians can help their clients prevent barn fires by assessing their stables for vulnerabilities. She shared the top causes of barn fires and emphasized the importance of partnering with local fire departments.

Dr. Husted is a decorated combat veteran and retired U.S. Army Signal Officer. She provides training in Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue (TLAERTM ) techniques across the U.S. and internationally. She has published numerous critiques, techniques, and journal articles on large animal disaster and emergency rescue, horse barn fires, and heavy rescue of large animals.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 114:

• Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly ([email protected]) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
• Guest: Dr. Rebecca Gimenez Husted
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In this episode, Jesse Tyma, DVM, DACVS, joined us to discuss her perspectives on perfectionism in equine practice.

Tyma wrote a paper on this topic that she presented at the 2024 AAEP Convention, which explored the importance of recognizing both the positive and negative aspects of perfectionism. To highlight the power of positive perfectionism, she explained the difference between good (adaptive) and bad (maladaptive) perfectionism.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 113:

• Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly ([email protected]) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
• Guest: Jesse Tyma, DACVS
• Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

In this episode, Ciera Guardia, DVM, joined us to talk about her experience starting an equine practice with the help of a mentor. She also discussed her paper on the "Stay Factor" presented at the 2024 AAEP Convention, which explores the importance of knowing your unique needs and having a vision for your career to stay in equine practice.

With a clear goal of becoming a sports medicine practitioner, Guardia partnered with a mentor who provided financial support and business experience to start her own practice. She explained the basics of the vested purchase model and directed interested listeners to additional resources.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 112:

• Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly ([email protected]) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
• Guest: Ciera Guardia, DVM
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In this episode, Caitlin Dobecka, DVM, joined us to discuss how she started her veterinary practice without using credit. She also discussed her paper “The Stay Factor: Unveiling the Paths to Success in Equine Practice,” presented at the 2024 AAEP Convention, in which she explores the importance of thinking outside the box and considering individual needs and circumstances.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 111:

• Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly ([email protected]) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
• Guest: Dr. Caitlin Dobecka, DVM
• Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

In this episode, we talked with Charlotte Lacroix, DVM, JD, about the quickly changing landscape of telemedicine and its future in veterinary medicine. She discussed the important understanding of laws surrounding VCPRs and how they differ between states. She also discussed the helpful resources compiled by the Veterinary Virtual Care Association, including the interactive map that outlines each state’s current regulations on veterinary telemedicine.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 110:

• Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly ([email protected]) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
• Guest: Dr. Charlotte Lacroix, DVM, JD
• Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

In this episode, Charlotte Lacroix, DVM, JD, gave advice on how to respond to client complaints in order to prevent board complaints or legal action. She emphasized the importance of carrying license defense insurance and having an attorney assist you in responding to complaints.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 109:

• Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly ([email protected]) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
• Guest: Dr. Charlotte Lacroix, DVM, JD
• Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

In this episode, Kelly Zeytoonian, DVM, MBA, discusses the benefits and challenges of hiring an associate as a solo practitioner. She talks about the financial cost, workload requirements, hiring strategies, and more. 

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 108

• Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly ([email protected]) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
• Guest: Kelly Zeytoonian, DVM, MBA
• Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

In this episode, Katie Larson, DVM, talked about her experiences opening an emergency-only practice. She discussed the practicalities of operating such a practice, including financial considerations, relationship-building with other veterinarians, and the importance of gaining experience before starting an independent practice.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 107

• Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly ([email protected]) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
• Guest: Katie Larson, DVM of Saltwater Equine Emergency Services
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In this episode, host Dr. Amy Grice shared insights from the 2024 AVMA AAEP Report on the Economic State of the Equine Veterinary Profession. The report was informed by three surveys conducted by the AVMA and the AAEP, including the Graduating Senior Survey, the Annual Census of Veterinarians, and the Equine Efficiency Survey.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 105

• Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly ([email protected]) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
• Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

In this episode, 2025 AAEP President Tracy Turner, DVM, MS, DACVS, DACVSMR, talked about what he hopes to achieve during his term and what he sees as the biggest challenges for the equine veterinary industry in the next decade.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 105

• Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly ([email protected]) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
• Guest: 2025 AAEP President Tracy Turner, DVM, MS, DACVS, DACVSMR
• Podcast Website: The Business of Practice