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In this episode, Dr. David Haworth joins Megan Sprinkle to share his nonlinear veterinary career journey, a path that took him from a two-doctor clinic in Spokane, WA to leading major organizations like Pfizer Animal Health, PetSmart Charities, and the Morris Animal Foundation. 

David reflects on the power of asking the right questions, the "evil" of cancer, and why the veterinary profession must act now to stay at the center of the human-animal bond. 

About the Guest:

Dr. David Haworth, DVM, PhD is a veterinarian and researcher who has held executive leadership roles across the animal health industry. He served as President of PetSmart Charities, President and CEO of the Morris Animal Foundation, and held key roles at Pfizer Animal Health (now Zoetis). He also co-founded Vidium Animal Health, a genomic diagnostics and therapy company focused on canine cancer. He currently serves as a Chair with the Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) and as a board member for the North American Veterinary Community (NAVC). 

Resources:

• Video episode on YouTube
• Dr. Haworth on LinkedIn

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What happens when thousands of veterinary professionals gather at the start of a new year to talk about leadership, innovation, and the future of vet med?

In this special solo episode, Dr. Megan Sprinkle shares her top takeaways from two major events — the AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference (VLC) and VMX. From generational dynamics and “gentelligence” to the rapid evolution of AI in veterinary care, this episode highlights what’s shaping the profession in 2026 and how you can take action in your own career.

Whether you attended the conferences or not, this episode brings the most impactful conversations directly to you.

Resources & References:

• Video episode on YouTube
• Episode notes on Substack 
• Gentelligence book

Timestamps

[00:00:00] Introduction to Vet Life Reimagined 

[00:00:25] Overview of the Veterinary Leadership Conference (VLC) 

[00:01:45] Keynote Reflection: Dr. Megan Gerhardt and "Gentelligence" 

[00:02:15] Five Generations in the Workforce: Why collaboration matters now 

[00:03:50] Mental Health Expectations: How generational norms have shifted 

[00:04:45] Success Definitions: From Boomer "workaholism" to Gen X autonomy 

[00:09:15] The Millennial Experience: High pressure and the "entitled" label 

[00:11:15] Gen Z in the Post-Pandemic World: Access to info and personal health 

[00:12:20] Digital Communication: Punctuation anxiety and the "passive-aggressive" thumbs up 

[00:14:10] Four Practices for Gentelligence: Identifying assumptions and replacing judgment with curiosity 

[00:15:55] Leadership Phrases: Open-ended questions to support your team 

[00:17:20] Mutual Mentoring: Learning from every age and situation 

[00:18:30] VMX 2026 Recap: High attendance and diverse CE highlights 

[00:20:45] The Evolution of AI: Market consolidation and the shift toward utility 

[00:22:30] Industry News: Acquisitions, product launches, and the power of connection 

[00:25:10] Supporting Working Pa

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Veterinary medicine is evolving — fast. In this episode of Vet Life Reimagined, Dr. Mike Mossop shares his journey from clinical practice to current Chief Veterinary Officer of CoVet and why he’s passionate about driving change at the intersection of innovation and relationship-centered veterinary care. We discuss AI trends, the emotional toll of practice, and how reimagining systems can better support teams, clients, and patients. A timely conversation during the week of VMX!

🔔 Subscribe for more conversations shaping the future of vet med.

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In this episode of Vet Life Reimagined, we sit down with Candise Goodwin, founder of Outlier Advisors and veteran of the pet and animal health industries. With decades of experience across startups, veterinary services, and global pet brands, Candise shares how vet med can grow and why now is the time to think bigger.

🎙️ You’ll learn:

• Why the veterinary profession is at a turning point
• What veterinary professionals need to keep in mind heading into 2026
• How to think beyond clinical care to shape the future of animal health

Resources:

• Video Episode on YouTube
• Outlier Advisors website

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In this episode of Vet Life Reimagined, AVMA President Dr. Michael Bailey, shares his powerful career journey from childhood dealing with dyslexia and doubting adults to becoming a national leader in veterinary medicine.

We discuss the future of the profession, the importance of diversity of thought, how the Tuskegee study shaped his perspective, and why sharing the value of the profession is so crucial for our future.

Dr. Bailey also offers honest lessons on burnout, leadership, and what it means to define your own path while helping move the profession forward.

Tune in for a motivating conversation with a leader shaping the next chapter in veterinary medicine.

Resources:

• Video episode on YouTube
• AVMA's Veterinary Leadership Conference (VLC) 2026

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In this special episode of Vet Life Reimagined, we look toward the horizon of 2026 with a distinguished panel of industry leaders to explore the shifts facing our clinics, teams, and the industry at large.

Resources:

• Video episode on YouTube
• Candise Goodwin 
• Dr. Michael Bailey 
• Dr. Jennifer Quammen 
• Dr. Jen Quammen’s previous episode on Vet Life Reimagined March 17, 2025 (audio) (video)
• Tricia Gorham, CVT, MS 
• Marie Holowaychuk, DVM, DACVECC, CYT 
• Marie’s previous episode on Vet Life Reimagined March 27, 2023 (audio) (video)

References:

• PetDesk 2025 Pet Parent Research Report
• HABRI and Chewy study Reveals Tech-Forward Solutions to Strengthen the HAB (Oct 2025)
• Dr. Kwane Stewart, The Street Vet LinkedIn
• Dr. Bailey reads about Santa’s Veterinarian to children
• Marie Holowaychuk’s book, A Compassionate Calling: What It Really Means to Be a Veterinarian. 

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In this special end-of-year episode, host Dr. Megan Sprinkle is joined by returning guests Dr. Melanie Barham and Dr. Sonja Olson for an honest, grounding conversation about reflection, mindset, and what veterinary professionals can carry into 2025.

Rather than predictions or resolutions, this episode focuses on perspective—what felt hard this year, what quietly improved, and why small moments of reflection can change how we move forward. The conversation explores community, self-compassion, innovation, and the shared responsibility of shaping the future of veterinary medicine together.

This episode is a reminder that progress doesn’t require perfection, and that meaningful change often starts with listening, curiosity, and connection.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Why pausing to reflect matters more than rushing into the next goal
• How community supports resilience and growth in veterinary medicine
• Why innovation starts with trying—not having all the answers
• The balance between hope and challenge in the profession today
• A mindset to carry into 2025 rooted in curiosity, courage, and compassion

Resources:

• Episode on YouTube
• Melanie Barham on LinkedIn
• Sonja Olson on LinkedIn
• Dr. Melanie’s website 
• Dr. Sonja’s website 
• Join Sonja on a veterinary wellbeing retreat in Costa Rica, March 2026  

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In this episode of Vet Life Reimagined, Dr. Christie Long shares her nontraditional journey into veterinary medicine and how fresh perspectives are helping shape the future of the profession.

Christie began her career outside of vet med in software and business before making a bold pivot into veterinary medicine as a second career. Since then, she has practiced clinically, helped pioneer veterinary telehealth, worked within large organizations, and now serves in a leadership role at Modern Animal, where she focuses on building sustainable, high-quality veterinary care models that support both patients and veterinary teams.

This thoughtful conversation explores identity shifts, career pivots, innovation, and failure — and what it truly takes to build a profession that can evolve with the needs of veterinarians, clients, and animals alike.

Resources:

• Episode on YouTube
• Modern Animal website
• Listening with Dr. Christie Long Podcast

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In this episode of Vet Life Reimagined, Dr. Andrew Findlaytor joins the podcast to talk about what’s next for veterinary medicine — not in theory, but in real action. Andrew has lived in nearly every corner of the profession, from general practice and emergency medicine to research, relief work across 100+ hospitals, and leadership within one of the most recognized relief platforms in vet med. Now he’s building for the future through Vetsie, an AI-powered clinical support tool, and Pawsible Ventures, which helps launch new veterinary-founded solutions.

Andrew shares what he’s learned from an unconventional, curiosity-driven career path and how mindset, experimentation, and willingness to ask better questions can lead to big opportunities. This episode is equal parts innovation, career strategy, and practical insight for anyone who believes veterinary medicine can evolve for the better.

Resources:

• Episode on YouTube
• Vetsie AI website
• Pawsible Ventures website
• Vetsie Linkedin
  Vetsie Instagram
  Vetsie FaceBook

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In this episode of Vet Life Reimagined, Dr. Eve Hanks, BVM&S, CertAVP (EM), PhD, FRCVS, takes us inside the emerging world of microRNA diagnostics, a technology that could transform how veterinarians detect and manage disease across species.

Dr. Hanks’ journey is remarkable: from becoming a single mom at 19, to mixed animal practice, to discovering a passion for research, and ultimately founding MiRNA, a biotech company advancing early-detection diagnostics in animals.

Eve explains what microRNAs are, why they represent a major leap forward in precision medicine, and how this technology may allow veterinarians to identify chronic disease earlier and improve outcomes for both companion and production animals. She also shares honest insights about leadership, resilience, and what it really takes to build a mission-driven company from the ground up.

This conversation blends science, innovation, and career inspiration — a must-listen for anyone curious about the future of veterinary medicine.

Resources:

• Episode on YouTube
• MiRNA website
• MiRNA on LinkedIn

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