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Produced and presented by the Ohio Veterinary Medical Association, Fully Vetted is a podcast for members of the veterinary community who want to take a closer look at issues impacting the profession, both in Ohio and nationwide. Every other week, host Mia Cunningham and producer Krysten Bennett bring new guests on the show to discuss a multitude of topics important to veterinarians, students, and other veterinary professionals. For additional information and show notes, please visit http://www.fullyvettedpodcast.com.
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This is it: The final episode of Fully Vetted. As we prepare to say farewell, Mia and Krysten sit down with the past and present of OVMA leadership and talk about what's changed, what's stayed the same, and what the future holds. We also reminisce about the history of the podcast, share a bit about why it's ending, and offer advice for aspiring podcasters.
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For veterinary professionals, connecting with animals is easy, but when it comes to connecting with humans, some of us aren’t nearly as comfortable. But with a little practice, networking can become much easier. For the final episode of our 2024 Midwest Veterinary Conference Preview Series, we’ve invited MVC speaker Dr. Michelle Harcha to the show to share her best advice for preparing for a networking event. Listen in for her tips, which you’ll be able to use right away at the MVC this week — and well into the future.
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With just one week left before the 2024 Midwest Veterinary Conference kicks off in Columbus, Ohio, we have only two episodes left in our MVC Preview Series. So far, you’ve gotten a pretty good snapshot of what you can expect to learn at the conference, but as those of you who have attended in the past already know, the MVC is more than outstanding education. So, for our last two episodes, we’re doing something a little different. We’re going to help you get the most of your MVC experience, outside the four walls of the lecture hall.
There are a variety of factors that influence a client's decision to treat their pets: Not everyone can afford the "gold standard," nor does everyone want lengthy or difficult treatments for their pets. But that doesn't mean they have no options.
The term "spectrum of care," though relatively new, isn't a foreign concept by any means. In fact, veterinarians are masters of offering a range of care options at different price points and commitment levels to ensure animals get the treatment they need to live healthy, happy lives for as long as they can.
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Steven Budsberg, who is leading a new area of MVC programming dedicated to spectrum of care. He explains what spectrum of care means for the veterinary team and offers a sneak peek of what attendees will learn by attending the Canine Spectrum of Care track at the 2024 MVC.
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On today's show, we're joined by Jeffrey Holland and Kate Nattrass Atema, who are speaking in the Shelter Animal track of programming at the 2024 Midwest Veterinary Conference. Jeffrey is an attorney specializing in animal welfare law and has prosecuted hundreds of animal welfare cases and represents humane organizations all over Ohio. Kate is the director of community grants & initiatives for Petsmart Charities, where she works on programs aimed at keeping vulnerable families and pets together. They're sharing a sneak peek into their MVC programming—and giving listeners insight into what led them to become die-hard animal welfare advocates.
In this episode, MVC2024 speaker Dr. Christy King joins us to talk about renewed interest in antimicrobial resistance and share a sneak peek into programming from next month's conference.
Having a solid support system is vital to new graduates’ success—and, by extension, the practice at which they work. With so much to learn and only four years of vet school in which to learn it, having someone around who can show you the ropes may be the difference between staying on board and jumping ship. In fact, about a third of veterinarians will leave their first practice within 14 months.
So how do you reverse that trend? There are many possible solutions, but a strong mentorship program is key. But what is mentorship? Ask five different people, and you’ll get five different answers.
In today’s episode, Dr. Kate Boatright joins us for another installment in our 2024 Midwest Veterinary Conference Preview Series. She is passionate about mentorship and will be sharing her expertise with attendees in the Staff Development track of programming. Tune in for a sneak peek!
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Relaxing on command is difficult for people, not to mention for dogs and cats. When we and our pets are naturally inclined to always be doing something—working, listening, even just thinking—turning off and relaxing can be difficult. But it is possible, and conditioning a relaxation response can have widespread applications and general health benefits benefits.
In today’s episode, veterinary behaviorist Dr. Christopher Pachel offers a teaser into the “magic” of conditioned relaxation: What it is, why it’s useful, and how to go about achieving it in animals. It is one of 12 topics he’ll be covering at the 2024 Midwest Veterinary Conference. We also talk about how people’s everyday stress can impact their animals, how separation anxiety has shifted in the post-COVID world, and where medications come into the equation. He’ll also share insights into the sticky topic of rehoming an aggressive animal versus behavioral euthanasia.
If you enjoy the conversation, be sure to attend Dr. Pachel’s sessions at the 2024 Hybrid MVC! Visit www.mvcinfo.org/attendees for more information and to register.
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Ensuring your practice offers high-quality care at a competitive price is a tricky balance. Further complicating the process is determining fair compensation for your staff to keep them happy—and employed. That's not even accounting for all the other expenses related to running a business! Money management is a never-ending juggling act.
In this episode, we continue our 2024 Midwest Veterinary Conference Preview Series with Brad Marconyak, practice coach and strategic consultant with 35+ years of experience in the profession. He joins us to share a preview of his practice management sessions, including a sneak peek at a new strategy for pricing products and services.
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Pet ownership has been on the rise over the past few years, and that extends beyond traditional furry friends. According to recent surveys, some 12 percent of pet-owning households globally have pet fish. Furthermore, about half of fish consumption comes from the aquaculture industry, which produces more than 80 million tons of fish annually to meet that demand.
But despite this growing trend, fish medicine remains a very niche area within the broader veterinary profession. This shortage in veterinarians and technicians able to treat fish stems in part from a lack of education… which brings us to today’s episode, as we continue our 2024 Midwest Veterinary Conference Preview Series.
We are excited to welcome Dr. Nora Hickey and Dr. Myron Kebus to the show. Our guests are slated to speak at the conference, and they're here to give us a sneak peek into their sessions and lab in the aquaculture track of programming. Tune in to learn more!
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The opioid epidemic has had widespread effects on not just human medicine, but veterinary medicine as well. The profession has seen a range of side effects, from simple drug shortages to internal diversion to drug shopping by pet owners. As a result, practices have had to make a lot of changes, not only to comply with new regulations, but more importantly, to do their part to prevent drug diversion and minimize opioid overdose deaths. But how has animal care been affected?
In today’s episode, we continue our 2024 MVC preview series with Dr. Jane Quandt, professor of comparative anesthesia at the University of Georgia. She’s joining us to share a sneak peek into her pain management and anesthesia sessions, including the use of opioids and alternative options.
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Pet ownership is on the rise, and it’s not just cats and dogs. More and more, small livestock—pygmy goats, potbellied pigs, and backyard chickens—are being kept as pets in urban and suburban areas. But what happens when that miniature pig reaches maturity and its unprepared owners can’t properly care for the 200-pound animal in their third-floor apartment? What happens when the baby goat outgrows its pajamas, and the reality of caring for a farm animal sets in?
Finding veterinary care for food animal species can be difficult in the big city, where most practitioners specialize in small animals. And when the owners are ill equipped to care for farm animals, the unfortunate reality is, many are surrendered to shelters that may not be outfitted to house or care for them. Worse yet, they are abandoned or even seized.
In today’s episode, we’re continuing our 2024 Midwest Veterinary Conference Preview Series with Dr. Alissa Wilhelm, a mixed-animal practitioner and assistant professor at OSU Large Animal Services. From husbandry and wellness plans to common diseases and treatment, she offers a sneak peek into her sessions in the Shelter Animal track. Her goal is to equip shelters and small animal veterinarians with basic knowledge of nontraditional pets, so they are better able to treat these animals and educate their owners.
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Navigating the intricacies of endocrine disorders in pets poses a multifaceted challenge for veterinarians treating these patients. From the elusive nature of diagnoses to the complexities of treatment regimens, understanding and managing conditions like Addison's, Cushing's, and diabetes requires a delicate balance and a strong knowledge of endocrinology.
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Daniel Langlois, a 2024 Midwest Veterinary Conference speaker and clinician who specializes in companion animal endocrinology. He offers listeners a sneak peek at his upcoming CE sessions, which will shed light on common hormonal disorders of small animal patients and offer insights to veterinarians treating these animals.
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Most of us are well aware of the impact of dental care on not just our oral health, but our overall wellness. This is true not only for humans, but animals as well.
Studies have shown that the vast majority of cats and dogs over the age of 3 have some degree of periodontal disease, and with pet ownership on the rise, it is more important than ever to educate clients on the importance of regular dental cleanings for their pets.
But until recently, dentistry wasn’t a staple of veterinary education, so many practitioners haven’t gotten the hands-on training needed to offer this vital service to their patients. So where do you begin?
On today’s show, we are continuing our 2024 Midwest Veterinary Conference Preview Series with two rockstars of veterinary dentistry: Dr. Jamie Berning and technician Jill Bates, who are here to share a sneak peek at their two days of lectures and hands-on training at the MVC.
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In the age of the Me Too movement, most people are well aware of the necessity of asking permission before touching another person. But why not apply that concept to animals as well? After all, animals have good and bad days. Sometimes they want to play and interact; other times they'd rather enjoy some alone time—just like humans. Implementing the same permission-seeking protocol with animals could have dramatic effects. The number of bite-related injuries would undoubtedly decrease. Behavior-related relinquishments would drop. And imagine how different veterinary visits could be, if pets could be trained to consent to treatment!
That's exactly what certified animal behavior consultant Steve Dale reveals in this episode, the first in our 2024 Midwest Veterinary Conference Preview Series. With his unique perspective bridging the gap between pet parents and veterinary professionals, Steve digs into the topics he'll be discussing at the MVC, ranging from animal consent and behavior modification, to the evolution of pet ownership and the profound connections we share with our furry companions.
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Across the scenic landscape of Ohio, where the cervid industry plays a significant role in the state's economy, the threat of chronic wasting disease (CWD) looms large. Although only a few dozen captive and wild deer have been identified in Ohio, officials at the Ohio Department of Agriculture (ODA) aren't taking chances: With no available vaccine or treatment for this fatal neurodegenerative disease, an epidemic could have a catastrophic effect on both the economy and environment.
On this episode, we welcome back Dr. Liane Davila-Martin, whose job at ODA is to ensure CWD stays in check. As a veterinary epidemiologist, her goal is to assess the risks and analyze data to predict—and help prevent—CWD outbreaks in Ohio's deer populations. Through initiatives like the CWD Herd Certification Program, Dr. Davila-Martin and her colleagues are working tirelessly to control and prevent the spread of this deadly disease.
In the interview, Dr. Davila-Martin reviews the clinical signs of chronic wasting disease, explains the reporting requirements, and explores the role of ODA's cervid health program.
Did you know the Hispanic community is the fastest growing population in the United States and Canada? Did you also know that almost a quarter of the 85 million pet owners in the U.S. are Hispanic, but only 5% of veterinarians are?
Held annually between September 15 through October 15, Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the history, culture, and contributions of Latinx Americans. In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Liane Davila-Martin, a 2022 Ohio State grad who is making her own contributions to veterinary medicine. She is passionate about improving Hispanic representation in the profession and providing more support to Hispanic pet owners — not only during this month, but year round.
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It may not be exciting, but there are regulations that every practicing veterinarian needs to know about. Take 20 minutes to find out what the most important issues are—and you could save yourself a lot of angst!
In this episode, we cover:
Ohio's new veterinary loan repayment grants program
DEA renewal notices
Upcoming changes to continuing education rules
Ohio Livestock Care Standards Board rule changes for pain management
Regulations for releasing medical records
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A looming crisis has cast a shadow over the idyllic landscape of horse ownership: A shortage of equine veterinarians. Like most issues facing the veterinary profession, this issue didn't happen overnight, and there isn't a simple one-size-fits-all solution.
In this episode, David Foley, executive director of the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP), leads us through the complexities of this global problem, offering perspectives on its origins and potential solutions. From the ubiquitous question of compensation to the understated importance of practice culture, he offers insights into the ripple effects from this crisis and the steps being taken to address it.
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EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE: THE SECRET OF SUCCESS SERIES
Veterinarians, technicians, and other animal care professionals are widely known as highly empathic. Being able to understand the feelings of others helps us establish stronger connections with both colleagues and clients, which in turn increases compliance and improves medical outcomes. But empathy is a double-edged sword. How do you tap into that empathy, day after day, without getting an emotional overload? And what if you simply can't empathize, either because you can't relate to the situation or you disagree with it entirely?
Today we’re welcoming back Amy VanDeWater of Glue Veterinary Coaching, who’s back to continue our emotional intelligence series. In this episode, we’re picking up with EQ skill number three: Social awareness. Listen in as Amy explains what social awareness is, describes why it's important in a veterinary setting, and offers advice for managing your own emotions that result from being aware of everyone else's.
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If you’ve tuned in to the evening news over the last few months, you’ve heard that xylazine has made its way into the U.S. illegal drug supply, causing horrific side effects and even deaths in humans… and putting xylazine in the spotlight for both state and federal legislators. Earlier this year, Ohio was one of the first states to make xylazine a Schedule III controlled drug. How has this affected the licit use of xylazine in veterinary medicine? On today's show, OVMA Executive Director Jack Advent joins us to explain.
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Motivational speaker Jim Rohn famously claimed that we are the average of the five people we spend the most time with. In other words, our significant relationships have a great impact on—and can even be the determining factor—in our future success... or lack thereof.
But how true is it?
In this episode, we welcome back Dr. Jennifer Quammen and Ryan Smith of Veterinarian Coaching. They join us to discuss their take on Jim Rohn's theory, which involves intentional selection of five specific types of people, with the goal of maximizing your personal and professional success. As your life and career evolve, so too does your dream team.
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Everyone knows the stereotype: "Dogcatchers" are portrayed in movies as evil villains that snatch up lost animals, drag them to the pound, and lock them away in a cold cage, never to be seen again. Sound familiar? Though not used as much nowadays, the old-fashioned term has had a lasting negative impact on the animal control profession and the public's perception of it.
In this episode, we are joined again by Daniel Ettinger, the animal control supervisor for the Summit County Colorado Sheriff’s Office and host of the Animal Control Report podcast. He’s on a mission to change public perception about the notoriously misunderstood field of animal control. Listen in as Daniel gives us a sneak peek into the life of an animal control officer, dispels some of the harmful myths, and explains the realities of the job, both good and bad.
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In today's high-demand society, stress and anxiety have become more common than ever. Unfortunately, it's much easier to get it than it is to relieve it—for both pets and people. Tackling anxiety and depression is often a trial-and-error situation. For some, finding the right treatment is easy. For others, it's a long, drawn-out process that involves trying many different medications and tinkering endlessly with dosages.
But there's another option. For Dr. Alexia Tsakiris, the answer is to look at the entire patient and all their symptoms—not just their stress: Environment, diet, gut health, age, and all the other big and little variables that could be contributing to their symptoms. Using this information, she then customizes an approach using a combination of herbs best suited to that whole patient. This holistic approach has guided her practice over the course of her career, leading to improved outcomes for both animals and their people.
In the second part of our herbal medicine series, Dr. Tsakiris is back to offer some tips to practitioners who are interested in offering herbal medicine in their conventional practice. Where can you and your staff find reputable training courses? What are the legalities you need to be aware of? Tune in for the answers to these questions and more!
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In today's high-demand society, stress and anxiety have become more common than ever. Unfortunately, it's much easier to get it than it is to relieve it—for both pets and people. Tackling anxiety and depression is often a trial-and-error situation. For some, finding the right treatment is easy. For others, it's a long, drawn-out process that involves trying many different medications and tinkering endlessly with dosages.
But there's another option. For Dr. Alexia Tsakiris, the answer is to look at the entire patient and all their symptoms—not just their stress: Environment, diet, gut health, age, and all the other big and little variables that could be contributing to their symptoms. Using this information, she then customizes an approach using a combination of herbs best suited to that whole patient. This holistic approach has guided her practice over the course of her career, leading to improved outcomes for both animals and their people.
In the first episode of this two-part series, we explore the possibilities of herbal veterinary medicine and what it takes to get started. Dr. Tsakiris talks about the extensive education and training required, research that backs the use of herbal remedies, and how to determine whether a product is good quality. She also shares a few of the herbs she's successfully used to treat stress and anxiety in both her patients and clients.
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The highly contagious rabbit hemorrhagic disease virus type 2 (RHDV2) was first detected in the United States in 2018 in Medina County, Ohio. Since then, it has spread across the country, decimating both wild and domestic rabbit populations. In today's episode, we sit down with two exotic companion mammal veterinarians to learn more about this deadly disease and the new vaccine to prevent it.
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EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE: THE SECRET OF SUCCESS SERIES
By now, we know that we have the power control our day-to-day experience by strengthening and using our self-awareness and self-management skills. But what happens when something outside your control—namely, the people around you who are paying more attention to the "villain voices"—zaps your power? Like any superhero, we need to use our powers for good, not evil!
Today, Amy VanDeWater of Glue Veterinary Coaching is back for the final installment in our series on emotional intelligence, a.k.a. our ability to be aware of and manage our emotions and the emotions of others. Amy believes EQ is a superpower that can have a massive impact on our lives, and the sooner we learn to wield that power, the sooner we can achieve our heroic quest to find happiness, success, and fulfillment.
In this episode, Amy offers encouragement for setting off on your own EQ journey, explains how to handle negative people we can't avoid, and shares tips for helping others achieve EQ enlightenment.
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EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE: THE SECRET OF SUCCESS SERIES
As we learned on the last episode, everyone has voices in their heads that influence their day-to-day life—for the better and the worse. Once we become aware of those voices and can identify who is speaking at any given time, that's when we can begin to implement the secret formula of life... in other words, find success, happiness, and fulfillment!
Today, we welcome back Amy VanDeWater of Glue Veterinary Coaching for the second installment in our series on emotional intelligence, a.k.a. our ability to be aware of and manage our emotions and the emotions of others. She believes EQ is a superpower that can have a massive impact on our lives, and the sooner we learn to wield that power, the sooner we can achieve our heroic quest to find happiness, success, and fulfillment.
In this episode, Amy defines the second tenet of EQ: Self-management. Along with self-awareness, this is the cornerstone of the secret formula of life. Once we have achieved self-awareness, we can use the formula to begin reprogramming our brain's default responses and gradually improve our experience. With a little bit of work, this can be the key to fulfillment, both professionally and personally!
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EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE: THE SECRET OF SUCCESS SERIES
Anyone who tells you they know the secret to finding success and happiness is either trying to sell you something or flat-out wrong. Everyone knows there's no magical formula for anything, let alone something as nebulous as personal fulfillment.
Or is there?
Today, we welcome back Amy VanDeWater of Glue Veterinary Coaching for the first installment in our series on emotional intelligence, a.k.a. our ability to be aware of and manage our emotions and the emotions of others. She believes EQ is a superpower that can have a massive impact on our lives, and the sooner we learn to wield that power, the sooner we can achieve our heroic quest to find happiness, success, and fulfillment.
In part one, we lay the groundwork for Amy's "Secret Formula of Life" by digging into the concept of emotional intelligence, focusing on the first pillar of self-awareness, and introduces us to the inner voices that, if left unchecked, can sabotage every facet of life. Most importantly, she explains how to identify these voices in order to improve our experience, both at home and at work.
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2023 MIDWEST CONFERENCE PREVIEW SERIES
Well, it’s here: The 2023 Midwest Veterinary conference kicks off tomorrow. More than 5,000 of your colleagues will gather in Columbus, Ohio for the live portion of this year’s hybrid event. We’ve got 300+ hours of continuing education with 70-some speakers. We’ve got a sold out exhibit hall, packed with more than 180 companies ready to share the latest and greatest in veterinary medicine. And we’ve got one more episode in our MVC 2023 preview series.
Today, we’re going to highlight the softer side of the MVC: The after-hours activities you can partake in while you’re in town. If you’re looking for something fun to do after sessions, Columbus offers plenty to do, see, eat, and drink! Listen in to find out what’s going on this week in Columbus—other than the MVC, of course!
If you’re already registered for the MVC, stop by mvcinfo.org for a know-before-you-go guide with information on travel, parking, accessing session documents, downloading the mobile app (shoutout to Merck Animal Health for its support!), and more.
If you haven’t registered for the conference yet, there’s still time! Online registration remains open through the end of the MVC, or you can sign up on site in Hall A of the greater Columbus convention center. Registration for the virtual portion of the conference will remain open through mid-August. Check the mvc website at mvcinfo.org/attendees for complete details.
2023 MIDWEST VETERINARY CONFERENCE PREVIEW SERIES
You know the phrase: The whole is greater than the sum of its parts. Synergy is more than a corporate buzzword; the concept is the foundation of holistic medicine, which aims to treat the entire animal, rather than just the symptoms. Under the umbrella of holistic medicine is homeopathy, a system of medicine that is based on the principle that “like cures like.”
In this episode, Dr. Christina Chambreau joins us to introduce us to the possibilities of homeopathic medicine. The owner of Healthy Pets, People and Planet, Dr. Chambreau is a co-founder of the Academy of Veterinary Homeopathy and a recognized authority on homeopathic veterinary medicine. Listen in as she introduces us to homeopathic medicine and gives us a sneak peek into her MVC sessions, which offer an alternative approach to treating both animals and the planet.
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2023 MIDWEST VETERINARY CONFERENCE PREVIEW SERIES
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2023 MIDWEST VETERINARY CONFERENCE PREVIEW SERIES
Radiology might be intimidating for the average small animal practitioner, but it doesn't have to be! There's no need to get board certified and become a specialist to use imaging as a diagnostic tool in your practice. All you need is a little continuing education, some pointers, a few tips and tricks, and you'll be on your way to using radiology like a pro.
Dr. Marc Seitz (who is, in fact, a board-certified veterinary radiologist) has a goal: To translate complicated medical practices and scientific literature into useful clinical skills that all practitioners can use in their everyday practice. In this episode, is giving listeners a sneak peek into his Pet Animal Radiology sessions at the 2023 Midwest Veterinary Conference.
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2023 MIDWEST VETERINARY CONFERENCE PREVIEW SERIES
Everyone knows the stereotype: "Dogcatchers" are portrayed in movies as the evil villain that snatches up lost animals, drags them to the pound, and locks them away in a cold cage, never to be seen again. Sound familiar? Though not used as much nowadays, the old-fashioned term has had a lasting negative impact on the animal control profession and the public's perception of it.
In this episode, part of the 2023 Midwest Veterinary Conference Preview Series, Animal Control Supervisor Daniel Ettinger joins us to talk about the importance of changing these stereotypes and why veterinary professionals should have a solid understanding of what humane agents do. He also shares highlights from his MVC sessions in the Humane Agent Training sub-track of the MVC's shelter animal program.
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2023 MIDWEST VETERINARY CONFERENCE PREVIEW SERIES
Just because things have "always been done that way" doesn't mean they should be. After all, the veterinary profession has changed dramatically in the 21st century; so too should the veterinary professionals who work in it. Tradition has its place and might be a great starting point, but things must continually be evaluated in order for the profession to thrive.
Enter the "modern veterinary professional." This is a person who looks at the way things are and says, “Something has to change, it has to be now, and it has to start with me.” No longer do you need to be stuck, broke, and frustrated in your career! There are ways you can take back control and ultimately gain more time, more money, and more impact—both in your professional and personal life.
In this episode, Dr. Jennifer Quammen and Ryan Smith of Veterinarian Coaching join us to explore the paradigm of the modern veterinary professional. They offer a sneak peek at their MVC 2023 sessions, during which they'll dive deep into their model of the modern veterinarian and how you can make simple changes that will have a huge impact on your overall success.
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In this episode, Dr. Luciano Caixeta joins us to offer listeners a sneak peek at dairy cattle-focused programming at the 2023 MVC.
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2023 MIDWEST VETERINARY CONFERENCE PREVIEW SERIES
Scientific advances have made modern veterinary treatments very effective, but let’s face it: They don’t always work. You and your team can be doing everything right, but the patient just doesn’t improve. What do you do when conventional options have run out?
For Dr. Alexia Tsakiris, the answer is to get back to nature. Her approach is to integrate herbs—along with other therapies, such as acupuncture—into traditional treatments to improve not just the symptoms, but the entire patient. This holistic philosophy has guided her practice over the course of her career, leading to improved outcomes for both animals and their people.
In this episode, Dr. Tsakiris joins us as we continue our 2023 Midwest Veterinary Conference Preview Series. She shares how she went from a 100% conventional practitioner to an integrative medicine vet and offers compelling reasons for giving it a try. She also gives listeners a sneak peek at her sessions at the MVC, which center around the use of herbs and how any small animal practitioner can begin integrating alternative therapies into their everyday practice.
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2023 MIDWEST VETERINARY CONFERENCE PREVIEW SERIES
The voices in our heads have a bad rep: They're sometimes seen as an indicator of mental illness and therefore get ignored. But they're not always a sign that you might want to visit a psychiatrist! Sometimes, they can help you become more self-aware, and in so doing, become a happier, healthier, more productive person.
But first, you have to learn to listen to them.
In this episode, veterinary coach Amy VanDeWater shares her refreshing perspective on wellbeing, which centers around emotional intelligence. Raising your EQ can have a massive impact on personal and professional relationships, success, and overall wellbeing. If you want to rediscover your passion for veterinary medicine, listen in!
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2023 MIDWEST VETERINARY CONFERENCE PREVIEW SERIES
For many general practitioners, ophthalmology is intimidating. Even if you can translate the language of eyes into regular English (just what is a uvea, anyway?), offering eye exams and accurately diagnosing your patients’ leaky, red eyes or sudden blindness requires expensive specialized equipment and advanced training that you don’t have. Referring clients to a specialist is the only option.
Or is it?
In this episode, veterinary ophthalmologist Dr. Kate Myrna shares some good news: Ophthalmology doesn’t always have to be complicated! There are ways to simplify eye exams and make accurate diagnoses using simple tools you already have on hand. If you’re intrigued by what you hear, be sure to sign up for her sessions at the 2023 MVC.
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2023 MIDWEST VETERINARY CONFERENCE PREVIEW SERIES
The key to a positive relationship is a solid foundation of trust, and that is especially true when it comes to relationships with clients. It's the difference between compliance and non-compliance. Retaining clients and losing clients. Job satisfaction and burnout.
In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Dan Bieck, whose journey in veterinary medicine has led him to some powerful realizations that have changed the way he practices—and the way he lives. His mission is to share these simple but revolutionary ideas with the veterinary community, so we can all be happier, healthier, and more successful.
Get a sneak peek at these revelations in this episode, then sign up for his sessions at the 2023 Midwest Veterinary Conference to learn more!
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2023 MIDWEST VETERINARY CONFERENCE PREVIEW SERIES
Admit it: You always dreamed about caring for exotic animals, even if you didn’t end up working at your local zoo or wildlife center. On today’s episode, get a glimpse into life as an exotic animal veterinarian—and a sneak peek at the 2023 Midwest Veterinary Conference!
Dr. Angela Lennox joins us on this episode to preview her MVC sessions in the Pet Animal Exotics track, which will focus on exotic companion mammal medicine. But that’s not all she works with! Listen in to hear her stories about treating everything from hamsters to tigers.
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Empowering your staff to further their knowledge is one of the most impactful ways to support them and contribute to their success—and yours. On today's episode, we're learning more about OVMA's newly launched Certified Veterinary Assistant training program and getting a glimpse into how the initiative could impact the veterinary profession in Ohio.
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WAR AND PEACE IN THE WORKPLACE SERIES, PART II
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Stress and conflict are inevitable, but they're not inherently bad. Sometimes, they can help you identify inefficiencies in a particular process and force you to find better approaches. Other times, they might encourage you to grow as a person or gain new skills that help you tackle a problem. Whether you flounder or flourish in the face of stress is largely up to you.
In this episode, our human resources guru, Maura Stevenson, is back with tips for how you can become more adept at identifying stress and conflict at work and, more importantly, resolving it. She explains what the practice owner or manager's role should be in reducing stress in the workplace, as well as to what extent they should be involved in handling conflicts among colleagues. We also discuss practical ideas (such as visual planning and batching) for managing the stressors of everyday life—big and small, at work and at home. Finally, she offers sage advice on how to let go of the things that are too much for you to handle, and how to make peace with it.
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WAR AND PEACE IN THE WORKPLACE SERIES, PART I
In today's demanding world, conflict is inevitable. With so many clashing personalities, opinions, and values among clients, colleagues, family members, and random strangers on the street, it's impossible to avoid strife. But you can control how you respond to it.
The first step is learning how to identify festering conflict. The next step is becoming aware of your default defense mechanisms and putting in place healthy habits for defeating it. In doing so, you'll become more resilient and less stressed, both at work and at home.
Sounds straightforward, right? It may be simple, but it definitely isn't easy.
In this episode, we're kicking off a new two-part series on conflict and stress in the workplace. Along with our human resources expert, Maura Stevenson, we discuss the seemingly never-ending cycle of stress and conflict, talk about why both are necessary, and explore ways to break that cycle.
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The veterinary profession might be primarily comprised of women now, but it hasn't always been that way. Previous generations of female veterinarians worked hard to be accepted into a male-dominated profession and paved the way for their successors—whether they knew it or not.
In this episode, we discuss the past, present, and future of the profession with two leaders of the Ohio veterinary community: Dr. Barbara Musolf and Dr. Patricia Haines. They reflect on obstacles they faced and overcame, how much the profession has changed during their careers, and the future of veterinary medicine—all from the perspective of two of OVMA's first female leaders.
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TACKLING THE TECHNICIAN SHORTAGE SERIES, PART III
What is behind the widespread shortage of technicians, and what can be done to reverse it? It's a complicated question many organizations are asking but no one has yet been able to answer. In 2021, OVMA established a task force to investigate this worsening trend, and in the past year, it has dug deep into the root of the problem in an effort to better understand its complexities and identify potential solutions.
In the pilot episode of Fully Vetted’s Tackling the Technician Shortage Series, we met Dr. Diana Cron, technician Kelley Norris, and Dr. Jennifer Wells of OVMA’s Technician Recruitment & Retention Task Force. They offered a brief history of the technician shortage, explored the factors that laid the groundwork, and discussed how the profession as a whole has been impacted.
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In the second installment, we explored three different perspectives on the same issue—those of the veterinary technician, the practice owner, and the educator—and discussed the task force's recent survey of Ohio veterinarians and technicians.
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In this, the final episode of the series, we look at the current state of technician education and training; ideas for the future; and ways veterinarians and practice owners can improve the technician experience to keep them happy, healthy, and employed.
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TACKLING THE TECHNICIAN SHORTAGE SERIES, PART II
What is behind the widespread shortage of technicians, and what can be done to reverse it? It's a complicated question many organizations are asking but no one has yet been able to answer. In 2021, OVMA established a task force to investigate this worsening trend, and in the past year, it has dug deep into the root of the problem in an effort to better understand its complexities and identify potential solutions.
In the pilot episode of Fully Vetted’s Tackling the Technician Shortage Series, we met Dr. Diana Cron, technician Kelley Norris, and Dr. Jennifer Wells of OVMA’s Technician Recruitment & Retention Task Force. They offered a brief history of the technician shortage, explored the factors that laid the groundwork, and discussed how the profession as a whole has been impacted.
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In this, the second installment of the three-episode series, we explore a trio of unique but intertwined perspectives: Those of the veterinary technician, the practice owner, and the educator. Our guests also delve into the results of a task force-led survey, focusing on reasons technicians cite for staying at or leaving a practice—or the profession altogether.
The discussion sets the stage for the series conclusion, in which we'll look at the current state of technician education and training; possible improvements for the future; and ways veterinarians and practice owners can improve the technician experience to keep them happy, healthy, and employed.
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TACKLING THE TECHNICIAN SHORTAGE SERIES, PART I
What is behind the widespread shortage of technicians, and what can be done to reverse it? It's a complicated question many organizations are asking but no one has yet been able to answer. In 2021, OVMA established a task force to investigate this worsening trend, and in the past year, it has dug deep into the root of the problem in an effort to better understand its complexities and identify potential solutions.
In this episode, Mia and Krysten kick off Fully Vetted's new Tackling the Technician Shortage Series with members of the OVMA Technician Recruitment & Retention Task Force, who join us to offer three unique points of view on the same issue.
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In this episode, Dr. Raphael Malbrue, the president of the National Association of Black Veterinarians, joins Mia and Krysten to introduce listeners to the organization, share its history and mission, and invite members of the profession to get involved in its growing community of black veterinarians and allies. Dr. Malbrue also offers a sneak peek at the NABV's second annual conference, scheduled for June 17–19 in Columbus, Ohio.
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Over the years, myriad studies have proven that animals have positive effects on people’s lives: Aside from the companionship, simply owning a pet can help reduce stress, increase physical activity, boost immunity, and improve cardiovascular health, among other physical and mental benefits.
For Dr. Stephanie Jones, the heart health benefits are paramount. She’s seen the profound impact of animal interaction among children and firmly believes that pets really can make the heart healthier. Not only physically, but—perhaps even more powerfully—emotionally as well.
As founder of the Florida-based Pets Help the Heart Heal, Dr. Jones has made it her life’s mission to uplift, educate, and inspire both children and adults through the power of the human-animal bond. And inspire she has!
In this episode, Dr. Jones shares her story: What prompted her to establish Pets Help the Heart Heal, why it’s so important to her, and how its mission is spreading across the country—and, more importantly, how you, too, can make a difference in a child’s life.
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