What's Up Doc?

In this episode of What’s Up, Doc?, Dr. Katie sits down with Dr. Juan Sebastian Orjuela (Juancho, DVM), emergency veterinarian, content creator, nonprofit co-founder, and community advocate, to explore what it really means to build a meaningful career in veterinary medicine.Juancho shares his journey from veterinary student to ER clinician, how social media became a tool for representation and education, and why visibility matters for underrepresented communities in vet med. He opens up about co-founding the Latinx Veterinary Medical Association (LVMA), the realities of emergency medicine, navigating imposter syndrome, and balancing gold-standard care with compassion and accessibility.The conversation also dives into mentorship, community outreach, exotics, and why veterinary careers don’t have to be linear. From advocating for pet parents in crisis to inspiring the next generation of veterinarians, Juancho reminds us that impact comes in many forms and that veterinarians have more power than they think.Whether you’re a vet student, practicing clinician, or someone passionate about the future of veterinary medicine, this episode is a powerful reminder that your path doesn’t have to look like anyone else’s 💜🔗 Resources Mentioned in This EpisodeLatinx Veterinary Medical Association (LVMA): https://latinxvma.org/Find Dr. Juancho:Instagram & Tiktok: @juancho.dvm

In today’s episode of What’s Up Doc, Dr. Katie sits down with veterinary technician Jenn Galvin to uncover the real stories behind shelter medicine, the myths surrounding puppy behaviour, and the invisible threat of heartworm disease.If you’ve ever adopted a pet, worked in vet med, or simply love animals, this episode is packed with insight, compassion, and eye-opening moments you won’t want to miss.🔔 Don’t Forget to SubscribeIf you enjoy real conversations about veterinary medicine, pet care, behaviour, and the behind-the-scenes world of animal health, make sure to subscribe and hit the follow button so you never miss an episode.

In this episode of What’s Up Doc?, Dr. Katie is joined by special co-host Dr. Emily Merry, ER DVM, new grad, and Co-founder of Scribenote! Together, they welcome Dr. Painter, a Board Certified Veterinary Dermatologist® and founder of The Allergic Dog™, for a fun and eye-opening round of Myth or Fact.From “food allergy blood testing is beneficial” to “dogs that lick their paws are just bored,” they bust common myths, share real-world stories, and unpack what’s really going on with allergic dogs. You’ll come away with a few laughs, a few surprises, and some take-home tips to help every itchy pup feel a little better.About Dr. Painter Dr. Painter is a Board Certified Veterinary Dermatologist® passionate about transforming the lives of allergic dogs. Through her platform The Allergic Dog™, she blends clinical experience with education to empower pet owners, groomers, and veterinarians to better understand and manage canine allergies.ResourcesThe Allergic Dog: Website: https://www.theallergicdog.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theallergicdog/Textbook: Small Animal Dermatology: A Color Atlas and Therapeutic Guide by Keith A. Hnilica & Adam P. Patterson

In this episode of ‘What’s Up Doc?’, we welcome Dr. Greg Bishop! Listen as Katie and Greg explore how humour, creativity, and thoughtful communication can bring levity and healing to the emotionally heavy world of veterinary medicine. From balancing profitability with authentic client care to navigating the emotional landscape of vetmed, Dr. Bishop shares practical strategies to help veterinary teams communicate more effectively and compassionately. They also unpack how trust in the profession is shifting and why now is the time to rethink how we connect with clients and each other.About Dr. Greg BishopDr. Greg Bishop is a small animal GP and emergency relief vet based in Portland, Oregon, with a focus on emergency and general practice. He teaches at a local vet tech college, writes a column on clinical communication for Veterinary Practice News, and is a sought-after speaker. He's also the creative mind behind Sasquatch Paw, an experimental storytelling and illustration platform.Resources Developing Communication Skills for Veterinary Practice by Jane R. Shaw & Jason B. CoeExplore Dr. Greg Bishop’s creative work at www.sasquatchpaw.com

On this episode of ‘What’s Up Doc?’ We’re excited to welcome Suzanne Thomas, BA, BS, LVT, CVT, NASM-CPT! From retail management to vetmed. Suzanne has had quite the journey beginning her career in veterinary medicine as an LVT in oncology, and working her way up to becoming a leader and mentor in the industry. Listen as Katie and Suzanne chat about clinic culture and the hottest topics in vetmed right now. Find the link to Suzanne’s book and podcast in the resources below!ResourcesSuzanne Thomas LinkedInPodcast, Leading Veterinary Teams On AirBook, From Competent to Capable by Suzanne Thomas, LVT

In this episode of "What's Up Doc?", we welcome Dr. Cassandra Fleming! Listen as Cassie discusses how she navigates working as a relief vet, hosting a podcast and owning a house-call practice. Katie and Cassie delve into recent changes in the industry like access to new treatments and the evolvement of sustainability in VetMed . Find the resources mentioned in this episode below!ResourcesVetfolio podcastVetfolio, Financial Triage for Veterinary Practices Unchartered Vet ResourcesHousecall Vet Academy The E-Myth Veterinarian, Michael E. Gerber & Peter Weinstein, DVM, MBAAbout Dr. Cassandra FlemingGraduate of the University of Florida College of Veterinarians, Dr. Cassie has been a practicing veterinarian since 2019. In additional to working as an occasional relief veterinarian, Dr. Cassie is also host of NAVC's Vetfolio podcast, and is owner and operator of her own house call practice in Gainesville, Florida.

In this episode of "What's Up Doc?", we welcome Dr. Derek Laporte! Listen as Derek discusses the ups and downs of practice management and working with exotics in Northern Ontario, Canada. Katie and Derek dive into work life balance as a business owner, mentorship, and advice for new grads interested in exotics or GP. Find the resources mentioned in this episode below!Chapters: 0:35 Introducing Dr. Derek Laporte4:42 Preparing for practice ownership7:11 Work life balance as a business owner12:08 Exotics and mentorship18:21 Informed Consent with clients26:38 Students and mentorship33:30 Advice for growth as a new gradResources:Lasalle Animal Clinic, Sudbury ON, CanadaDr. Derek Laporte LinkedInEmail - team@lasalleac.comAbout Dr. Derek Laporte, DVMAfter graduating from the OVC in 2018, Derek worked as an associate Veterinarian at Lasalle Animal Clinic in Sudbury, ON Canada, until 2021 when he transitioned to practice owner. In addition to general practice Derek is one of the only doctors to work with exotics in Northern Ontario.

Episode 8 - In this episode of "What's Up Doc?", we welcome Dr. Shane Bateman! Listen as Shane discusses his role as an Emergency and Critical Care Specialist at the OVC and President of Nine Lives Veterinary Consulting. Katie and Shane go in depth on topics including veterinary forensics, access to care, and investigating & enforcing animal welfare in Ontario. Find the resources mentioned in this episode below!Chapters0:30 About Shane1:18 Community Veterinary Outreach & Access to Care6:28 Getting involved in Veterinary Forensic Sciences12:20 Investigating & Enforcing Animal Welfare in Ontario15:20 Nine Lives Veterinary Consulting21:00 AI & technology’s role in animal welfare solutions26:35 Emergency Critical Care bootcamp at the OVCResourcesNine Lives Veterinary ConsultationUniversity of Florida Veterinary Forensic Sciences Online Graduate ProgramAssociate Professor, Dr. Shane Bateman, OVCShane Bateman's LinkedIn⁠About Dr. Shane Bateman, DVM, MSc, DVSc, DACVECCIn additional to working as an Emergency and Critical Care Specialist and associate professor at the OVC, Shane is president of Nine Lives Veterinary Consulting, offering consultation services in the area of veterinary forensics and animal welfare. Visit the link above to schedule a free 30-minute consultation with Shane.

Episode 7 - In this episode of "What's Up Doc?", we welcome Kyle from Scribenote! Join us as Katie chats with Kyle, Scribenote's Technical Lead Manager, about his dog Summer, cost of care, and the client experience when treating a pet living with lifelong health complications. Kyle Brooks:Kyle started with Scribenote as an engineer in summer 2024. He is currently the Technical Lead Manager for Scribenote's engineering team.

Episode 6 - In this episode of "What's Up Doc?", we welcome Dr. Jenni Rizzo! Join us as Jenni chats about what it’s been like navigating the vet world as an introvert, the conception of IntroVet, and how she became the youngest—and first female—president of the American Heartworm Society! We also dig into women in leadership roles, the power of coaching, and the awesome community she’s building through IntroVet’s platform.Dr. Jenni RizzoEmail: drrizzo@introvetce.comLinkedInIntroVetWebsiteLinkedInEmail: info@introvetce.comJulie Squires Coaching Website Podcast

Episode 5 - In this episode of "What's Up Doc?", we welcome Dr. Marie Holowaychuk! As an experienced ER and locum veterinarian, Dr. Marie has made an impact with her mental health awareness across the industry. Listen as Dr. Marie talks about her personal journey with burnout and discusses the actions we can take to actively reduce burnout in your workplace.Chapters0:30 About Reviving VetMed2:38 Effects of COVID-19 on the Industry7:04 Actions we can take to reduce burnout11:33 The difficultly in saying “No”12:45 Dr. Marie’s career journey20:46 Tips and resources for people experiencing burnout Dr. Marie HolowaychukWebsiteLinkedInYoutubeReviving Veterinary Medicine

Episode 4 - In this episode of "What's Up Doc?", we welcome Dr. Mansum Yau! Mansum is a doctor of many talents! Listen as Mansum talks about her journey from being a Veterinarian to public speaker, comedian, author and illustrator! Check out Dr. Mansum's comedic client education videos on her socials or purchase her book via the links listed below!Chapters0:45 Mansum's journey6:25 Creating the Veterinarian's Guide to Cat Carriers8:40 Cat carrier recommendations10:55 Client education (the importance of brushing your cat's teeth)15:10 Upcoming books16:10 Comedy resourcesDr. Mansum Yau:LinkedIn InstagramYoutube Resources:Blind Tiger Comedy SchoolThe Ins and Outs of Cat Carriers by Dr. Mansum Yau

Episode 3 - In this episode of "What's Up Doc?", we welcome Dr. Adam Little! Listen as Adam discusses his entrepreneurial approach to animal health and his journey bridging technology with veterinary medicine. Find the resources mentioned in this episode below!Chapters0:35 Adam's journey7:30 How technology is changing the veterinary industry10:20 The rise of AI agents within veterinary workflows11:42 Bridging the gap between technology and medicine14:10 Career milestones17:50 ResourcesResourcesDr. Adam Little's LinkedIn Veterinary Entrepreneurship Academy Veterinary Innovation Summit

Episode 2 - In this episode of "What's Up Doc?", we welcome Dr. Amari Patel! Listen as Dr. Amari talks life as a mobile vet with a passion for birds! This episode highlights common cases for backyard birds, avian resources for owners and vets, and how to use Scribenote with a mobile vet's workflow. ResourcesOMAFRA SmallFlock Ontario Textbook - Backyard Poultry Medicine and Surgery by Cheryl B. Greenacre, Teresa Y. Morishita

Episode 1 - Welcome to the first episode of our new series "What's Up Doc?" with Dr. Katie Gallagher where Katie meets with anyone and everyone in the vetmed industry. In this episode Katie meets with vet student and co-founder of Scribenote, Emily Merry! Take a listen as Emily talks 4th year vet school, the NAVLE, placements, and plans after graduation!About Emily:OVC Class of 2025 Veterinary Medicine StudentLinkedIn ProfileMentioned in this episodeThe International Veterinary Forensic Sciences Association - Conference 2025 Dr. Shane Bateman, Associate Professor, OVC