The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Kristin Kirkby Shaw, DVM, MS, PhD, Diplomate ACVS, Diplomate ACVSMR  creates personalized treatment plans for dogs with or at-risk of arthritis. These plans typically include: physical rehabilitation, intra-articular therapies, or surgery; but they always include comprehensive pain management, weight loss (if indicated), regular exercise, and wholesome nutrition. She is also an educator, teaching other veterinarians how to properly diagnose and manage arthritis in their patients.

 As a consultant, Dr. Kirkby Shaw works with Animal Health companies to develop new solutions for treating arthritis in pets. Resources such as these are part of the benefits of CARE membership. Check out her episode on canine rehabilitation and various resources to use!