All Things Veterinary Podcast

Join the All Things Veterinary podcast as we explore best social media practices for your clinic. Hear from Patterson’s own social media manager, Aleks Boyd, on the approach to creating a “pawsome” social media presence, the same way you would approach hosting a successful party!Show Notes:Read 7 Ways to Improve Your Social Media here > https://www.qgdigitalpublishing.com/publication/?i=854567&p=30&view=issueViewerLooking for marketing support? > https://www.pattersonvet.com/services/lifelearn

Join the All Things Veterinary podcast as we break down the steps to launch your dream clinic. Hear from Carlos Nieto on financing, Amanda Topiol on legal considerations, Joe Flick on real estate, Chris Kwilecki on construction, and Rachel Noell on equipment selection. Show notes: Contact the podcast team: AllThingsVetPodcast@Pattersonvet.com More about banking with Carlos Nieto: https://www.bankofamerica.com/smallbusiness/business-financing/practice-solutions/veterinary-loans/Find real estate with Joe Flick: https://carr.us/Get an attorney with Amanda Topiol: visit healthcarebusinesslawfirm.com or email contact@healthcarebusinesslawfirm.com Contractor services with Blue Frog: https://www.bfrog.net/ Clinic equipment essentials: https://www.pattersonvet.com/equipmentGet inspiration with clinic design: https://www.pattersonvet.com/services/clinic-design/inspiration Speak to a Patterson representative: 1.800.225.7911

Join the All Things Veterinary podcast as we talk with Shawn Wilkie, CEO of Talkatoo about how you can incorporate embracing change into leveraging technology at your practice.Show notes: Contact the podcast team: AllThingsVetPodcast@Pattersonvet.com Veterinary Innovation podcast: https://veterinaryinnovationpodcast.com/ Dictation tools: https://www.pattersonvet.com/software/practice-management/talkatoo-dictation Technology options: https://www.pattersonvet.com/software Continuing education: https://pattersonvetacademy.com/

In this episode, Jimmy and Debbie Boone, CVPM, dig into what great client service really means in a veterinary setting – and why it starts with your team’s philosophy, not just a smile at the front desk. From empowering receptionists to creating a strong team mission statement, Debbie shares real-world strategies to help veterinary practices turn everyday interactions into lasting client relationships.Show Notes:Contact the podcast team: >AllThingsVetPodcast@Pattersonvet.comLearn more about client services: https://debbiebooneconsulting.com/North American Association of Veterinary Receptionists: https://naavr.org/ Hospitality in Healthcare book: https://debbiebooneconsulting.com/debbie-boone-cvpm-releases-her-latest-book/Recommended books: https://debbiebooneconsulting.com/recommended-books/CE offerings with PVA: https://pattersonvetacademy.com/Visit Pattersonvet.com for support and resources

Join the All Things Veterinary podcast as we chat with Dr. Shane Whitaker and Chris Weaver about from Patterson's Advanced Imaging team about how CT (computed tomography) is becoming a game-changer in general veterinary practice.Show notes: Contact the podcast team: AllThingsVetPodcast@Pattersonvet.comLearn more on advanced imaging: https://www.pattersonvet.com/equipment/digital-imaging/computed-tomography

Jimmy chats with Les Meadowcroft, founder and CEO of VetOvation, Inc. on the advancements in veterinary medicine with minimally invasive surgery. Better medicine means quicker procedures for clinic staff, and faster recovery times for patients. Show notes:Contact the podcast team: AllThingsVetPodcast@Pattersonvet.comLearn more on surgery offerings: https://www.pattersonvet.com/equipment/surgery-suiteLearn more on VetOvation: https://www.pattersonvet.com/Supplies/Manufacturer/760568/VETOVATION-INCLearn more about Patterson TechEdge repair and support pattersonvet.com/services/repair-supportVetovation training videos: https://vetovation.com/category/veterinary-training-videos/?_gl=1*y0t7xd*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..&gclid=Cj0KCQjwjJrCBhCXARIsAI5x66XHgemQruuX5-NQNtx-SqWgslq3T-tFp60s0KctSN_usrLx70YPqtwaAiPtEALw_wcB&gbraid=0AAAAACSJFyUviG5HVKRMudcbIi5BVw9I5

Jimmy sits down with Heidi Hulon, DVM, CCFP, MHFA, CPPP, a Well-Being Consulting Veterinarian with Elanco Animal Health to discuss mental health and well-being in clinics, and ways to support staff and employees through challenging times.trigger warning: mention of suicideShow notes:Contact the podcast team: AllThingsVetPodcast@Pattersonvet.comSuicide Prevention Hotlines: US & Canada: 988 Learn more about NOMV https://nomv.org/Connect with Dr. Heidi Hulon https://my.elanco.com/usShop Pivetal NOMV Cohesive Wrap https://www.pattersonvet.com/Supplies/ProductFamilyDetails/PIF_11218565-step MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) for Suicide Prevention blog https://www.pattersonvet.com/blog/5-step-mhfa-action-plan-algee-for-suicide-prevention

Making gold-standard compliance a habit helps your practice avoid errors that lead to employee safety hazards and costly OSHA fines. Host Jimmy Dorough talks about best practices with Karson Carpenter, president of Compliance Training Partners, an organization that provides trainings and other resources to keep veterinary practices OSHA compliant.Show notes:Contact the podcast team: AllThingsVetPodcast@Pattersonvet.comGet to know Compliance Training Partners: https://compliancetrainingpartners.com/online-training/Learn more about Patterson resources: https://www.pattersonvet.com/software/security-compliance

Vet compliance programs do more than just prevent a bad OSHA inspection. They keep patients, staff and your practice’s reputation safe because they include staff CE, safety data sheet management and more. In this episode Jimmy Dorough talks with Renee Karlik, regulatory compliance specialist at TotalSDS, about elements of effective clinic compliance.Podcast listeners are eligible for 1 free month of AutoSDS. Use code ATVSDS to redeem. Available through 5/15/2025.Show notes:Contact the podcast team: AllThingsVetPodcast@Pattersonvet.comExperience automated safety data sheets https://www.pattersonvet.com/software/security-compliance/autosds-online-safety-data-sheetsGet to know full scope compliance training https://www.pattersonvet.com/services/osha-compliance-safety-resources#Learn more about Patterson Veterinary Academy CE https://pattersonvetacademy.com/Learn more about Compliance Training Partners https://compliancetrainingpartners.com/online-training/

Knowledgeable maintenance keeps equipment breakdowns from creating havoc with clinic budgets, schedules and care. In this episode, Jimmy talks to service technician Kris Fluke, who has been servicing veterinary equipment for a decade. He shares the most common problems that occur and what practices can do to prevent issues.Show notes:Contact the podcast team: AllThingsVetPodcast@Pattersonvet.comLearn more about Patterson TechEdge repair and support pattersonvet.com/services/repair-support

2024 was a busy year in the veterinary industry. From the mid-level practitioner role approved through a formal vote in Colorado, to increases in investment in vet practice acquisitions and the availability of pet insurance, 2024 brought notable change. Jimmy talks with Ryan Leech, host of The Bird Bath podcast about what took place and what it might mean going forward into 2025.Show notes:The Bird Bath podcast > https://thebirdbath.transistor.fm/Contact the podcast team: > AllThingsVetPodcast@Pattersonvet.comLearn more about our offerings > https://pattersonvet.com

Strong compliance can push the results of your dental care further. While it’s not always easy to achieve, there are time-tested tips that can make compliance more likely. Jimmy talks with Darlene Geekie, RVT and Dr. Doug McInnis from Western Vet Partners about ways to build dental compliance and improve health for the long term.Show notes:Contact the podcast team: > AllThingsVetPodcast@Pattersonvet.comConnect with Western Veterinary Partners > https://westernvetpartners.com/Learn more about Patterson > https://pattersonvet.com

Jimmy talks with Beth Cruz and Jennifer James of pute.us IT about the unique technological needs in the veterinary field. They’ll discuss how to choose and use IT to make your practice more efficient and effective, offering a higher standard of care while freeing staff from routine work.Show notes:Contact the podcast team: > AllThingsVetPodcast@pattersonvet.comLearn more about Patterson > https://pattersonvet.comFind out about Pute > https://www.pattersonvet.com/services/pute

When veterinary practices and other businesses dedicated to animal health connect with the communities they serve, they stay tied to their mission and work more effectively. Jimmy talks with Patterson Foundation Senior Manager Lindsay Stewart about strategies that make local involvement possible.Show notes:Contact the podcast team: > AllThingsVetPodcast@pattersonvet.comFind out about the Patterson Foundation > https://ourpattersonfoundation.org/ Learn more about Patterson Veterinary > https://pattersonvet.com

More than four million dogs and four million cats are expected to be diagnosed with cancer this year. Jimmy talks with Ashley Kalinauskas, the founder and CEO of Torigen Pharmaceuticals, a company that’s leading the way in advances in the fight against animal cancer.Show notes:Contact the podcast team > AllThingsVetPodcast@pattersonvet.comLearn more about Patterson>pattersonvet.com

Jimmy talks with Patterson Veterinary’s Equipment Specialists Matt Fletcher and Danielle Berry about equipment trends that are bringing advanced imaging, wearable technology, minimally invasive surgery and more into practices of all sizes. They discuss how the equipment benefits patient care, what the installation and training process is like for each, and how it impacts a practice’s revenue stream.Show notes:Contact the podcast team > AllThingsVetPodcast@pattersonvet.comLearn more about Patterson>pattersonvet.comView Patterson equipment offerings >pattersonvet.com/equipmentExplore clinic design services > Clinic Design for Veterinary Practices | Patterson Vet

Jimmy talks with Darci Palmer, Veterinary Technician Specialist in Anesthesia and Analgesia at the Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine. Palmer is also one of the administrators of the Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds Group, a professional organization dedicated to elevating the standard of veterinary anesthesia administration. The two reflect on best practices that contribute to improving the standard of care in veterinary medicine and on ways to help anesthesia professionals do their best work.Contact the podcast team > AllThingsVetPodcast@pattersonvet.comLearn more about Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds > https://www.veterinaryanesthesianerds.com/ Engage with Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds on Facebook > https://www.facebook.com/groups/veterinaryanesthesianerds/Register for the Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds Symposium > https://vetbolus.com/van-2025/ Get details about the Veterinary Support Personnel Network > https://www.vin.com/vspn/Find out about Patterson’s anesthesia support services > https://www.pattersonvet.com/equipment/surgery-suite/anesthesia#librariesfeaturedmediaanesthesiasupportfeaturedmedia\Call our Anesthesia Hotline 866.825.6076

Anesthesia equipment problems can be frustrating and time consuming, but there are common themes in the types of issues practices experience. Jimmy talks with Patterson Veterinary’s anesthesia specialist Sarah Zabel on anesthesia equipment support and troubleshooting.Show notes:Contact the podcast team: > AllThingsVetPodcast@Pattersonvet.comMore on Patterson’s Anesthesia Hotline > pattersonvet.com/equipment/surgery-suite/anesthesia Hotline number: 866-825-6076Learn more about our offerings > https://pattersonvet.com

Digital marketing strategy is essential to helping veterinary practices grow and maintain their business. The efficient use of websites, SEO, social media and other online tools helps them to reach their goals without taking attention from other business areas. Jimmy talks with Shannon Perry of LifeLearn Client Ed about how practices can do all the right things to be successful. Show notes:Contact the podcast team: > AllThingsVetPodcast@Pattersonvet.comMore on LifeLearn > pattersonvet.com/software/client-engagement/lifelearn-clientedLearn more about our offerings > https://pattersonvet.com

Are you experiencing staffing challenges? It may be time to breathe a sigh of relief. Relief services are becoming part of the solution to providing consistent, high-quality team member support. Patterson Veterinary’s Director of Business Development Shelley Johnson and Monica Hughes, national staffing manager at Relief Services for Veterinary Practitioners, talk about this change.Show notes:More on RSVP > https://reliefvet.com/Learn more about our offerings > https://pattersonvet.comConnect with your local rep > 800.225.7911Contact the podcast team > AllThingsVetPodcast@Pattersonvet.com