Our guest on this week’s episode of My Veterinary Life Podcast is Dr. Hanley Defoe, an expert in human resiliency and wellbeing. Dr. Defoe shares insights on resilience, emphasizing the importance of belonging, perspective, acceptance, hope, and humor. The conversation highlights practical strategies for managing stress, setting realistic goals, and prioritizing self-care. The conversation underscores the need for mental health awareness and offers actionable steps to enhance wellbeing, encouraging everyone to embrace their journey with kindness and hope.

We want to share a big thank you to our sponsor CareCredit. You can learn more about Veterinary Patient Financing for Providers through CareCredit by visiting: https://www.carecredit.com/providers/animal-healthcare/ 

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You can learn more about Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe’s work by visiting her website: https://drrobyne.ca/

We are excited to feature another bonus episode form the SAVMA Unleashed Series. SAVMA Unleashed is hosted by SAVMA student leaders, offering an honest and upbeat look into the daily lives of veterinary students. In this inspiring episode, we chat with Amelia Sitzes, a remarkable non-traditional veterinary student who overcame the odds to follow her passion for veterinary medicine. Amelia shares her incredible journey of transitioning from a career as a human chiropractor to starting veterinary school. From managing major career shifts and overcoming personal challenges to balancing life outside of school, Amelia’s story highlights the resilience, determination, and unique perspective she brings to the profession.

This month we are starting a series called “Leading from Where You Are.” Throughout these episodes, we are diving deep into leadership within the veterinary field, exploring it from various perspectives—whether you're a seasoned practitioner, a student, or an expert in leadership. We’ll discuss why it’s crucial to embrace leadership no matter where you are in your career, reflecting on lessons we’d give our younger selves, and exploring ways to grow and lead more effectively. Our guest today is Tara Barron. Tara is a fourth-year veterinary student at LMU, the current SAVMA president and the brilliance behind the idea for this series. We had the best time learning from her leadership journey and are so thrilled to share it with you.  

We want to share a big thank you to our sponsor CareCredit. You can learn more about Veterinary Patient Financing for Providers through CareCredit by visiting: https://www.carecredit.com/providers/animal-healthcare/  

Remember we want to hear from you! Please be sure to subscribe to our feed on Apple Podcasts and leave us a ratings and review. You can also contact us at [email protected] 

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This month we are starting a series called “Leading from Where You Are.” Throughout these episodes, we are diving deep into leadership within the veterinary field, exploring it from various perspectives—whether you're a seasoned practitioner, a student, or an expert in leadership. We’ll discuss why it’s crucial to embrace leadership no matter where you are in your career, reflecting on lessons we’d give our younger selves, and exploring ways to grow and lead more effectively. Our guest today is Dr. Kendall Putnam. Dr. Putnam is a small animal veterinarian and medical director at Animal Doctors of South Tampa. We had the best time chatting with her and can’t wait to share this conversation.  

We want to share a big thank you to our sponsor CareCredit. You can learn more about Veterinary Patient Financing for Providers through CareCredit by visiting: https://www.carecredit.com/providers/animal-healthcare/  

Remember we want to hear from you! Please be sure to subscribe to our feed on Apple Podcasts and leave us a ratings and review. You can also contact us at [email protected] 

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This month we are starting a series called “Leading from Where You Are.” Throughout these episodes, we are diving deep into leadership within the veterinary field, exploring it from various perspectives—whether you're a seasoned practitioner, a student, or an expert in leadership. We’ll discuss why it’s crucial to embrace leadership no matter where you are in your career, reflecting on lessons we’d give our younger selves, and exploring ways to grow and lead more effectively. Our guest today is Alyssa Mages. Alyssa is a credentialed veterinary technician, co-founder of Empowering Veterinary Teams, and the director of Mentor Vet Tech. This is an uplifting, surprising and extremely insightful conversation and we are so excited to share it with you.  

We want to share a big thank you to our sponsor CareCredit. You can learn more about Veterinary Patient Financing for Providers through CareCredit by visiting: https://www.carecredit.com/providers/animal-healthcare/  

Remember we want to hear from you! Please be sure to subscribe to our feed on Apple Podcasts and leave us a ratings and review. You can also contact us at [email protected] 

Follow us on social media @AVMAVets #MyVetLife #MVLPodcast

This month we are starting a series called “Leading from Where You Are.” Throughout these episodes, we are diving deep into leadership within the veterinary field, exploring it from various perspectives—whether you're a seasoned practitioner, a student, or an expert in leadership. We’ll discuss why it’s crucial to embrace leadership no matter where you are in your career, reflecting on lessons we’d give our younger selves, and exploring ways to grow and lead more effectively. Our guest today is Dr. Amanda Bisol. Dr. Bisol is a small animal general practitioner, a member of the AVMA Board of Directors, a mom, and she recently graduated from law school.  It’s a great conversation and we are so excited to share her insights with you.  

We want to share a big thank you to our sponsor CareCredit. You can learn more about Veterinary Patient Financing for Providers through CareCredit by visiting: https://www.carecredit.com/providers/animal-healthcare/  

Remember we want to hear from you! Please be sure to subscribe to our feed on Apple Podcasts and leave us a ratings and review. You can also contact us at [email protected] 

Follow us on social media @AVMAVets #MyVetLife #MVLPodcast

This month we are starting a series called “Leading from Where You Are.” Throughout these episodes, we are diving deep into leadership within the veterinary field, exploring it from various perspectives—whether you're a seasoned practitioner, a student, or an expert in leadership. We’ll discuss why it’s crucial to embrace leadership no matter where you are in your career, reflecting on lessons we’d give our younger selves, and exploring ways to grow and lead more effectively. Our guest today is Josh Vaisman. Josh is the co-founder of Flourish Veterinary Consulting, the author of Lead to Thrive and holds a master’s in applied positive psychology and coaching psychology. We are so excited to share this conversation with you!  

We want to share a big thank you to our sponsor CareCredit. You can learn more about Veterinary Patient Financing for Providers through CareCredit by visiting: https://www.carecredit.com/providers/animal-healthcare/

Remember we want to hear from you! Please be sure to subscribe to our feed on Apple Podcasts and leave us a ratings and review. You can also contact us at [email protected] 

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Our guest on this week’s episode of My Veterinary Life Podcast is Dr. Connie De Haan. Dr. De Haan is a board-certified radiologist with IDEXX. She shares her unconventional journey into veterinary medicine, beginning with her initial interest in forestry and wildlife. She discusses her hands-on experiences that led her to veterinary medicine and her eventual specialization in radiology. The conversation highlights the importance of embracing opportunities, networking, and maintaining a work-life balance. Dr. De Haan’s story underscores the diverse paths within veterinary careers and the value of perseverance and adaptability. It’s a great conversation and we can’t wait to share it with you.

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Dr. Sally Colgan, president of the Australian Veterinary Association, shares her journey on this week’s episode of My Veterinary Life podcast, highlighting her experiences in as an equine surgeon, her work on projects like a kangaroo sterilization program, and ultimately her career transition to organized veterinary medicine. Dr. Colgan emphasizes professional development, the significance of policy in veterinary practice, and the evolving demographics of the profession. The episode underscores the importance of collaboration, mental health awareness, and advocacy in veterinary medicine. It’s a great conversation and we can’t wait to share her journey with you!

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Our guest on this week’s episode of My Veterinary Life Podcast is Dr. Shannon Bray, a small animal internist and medical manager at IDEXX. Dr. Bray shares her wandering journey into veterinary medicine, emphasizing the importance of exploring diverse opportunities and experiences. She offers four key pieces of advice: surround yourself with supportive voices, remain open to learning, embrace your passions, and say yes to new opportunities. The episode highlights the value of mentorship and the various paths to success within the veterinary field. It’s a great conversation and we can’t wait to share her journey with you.

Remember we want to hear from you! Please be sure to subscribe to our feed on Apple Podcasts and leave us a ratings and review. You can also contact us at [email protected]

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