One of the greatest pitfalls in practice, and especially in practice leadership, is what the legendary investor Charlie Munger used to call “physics envy.” Physics envy is the desire to take highly complex systems and imagine that there is a secret, knowable formula driving it all. The unfortunate truth is that this is not how… Read More
What it Really Means to Be a Veterinarian
Dr. Marie Holowaychuk, board-certified emergency and critical care specialist, joins Dr. Andy Roark to talk about what it really means to be a veterinarian. In this heartfelt and honest conversation, Marie opens up about her own journey through burnout, perfectionism, and rediscovering joy in veterinary medicine. Her new book, A Compassionate Calling, explores the emotional… Read More
What Technicians Mean to Us
A note for anyone who is a veterinary technician or knows one This week is National Veterinary Technician Week, and I want to use this space to honor those who work so hard to make care in our practices happen. I know I could tell you all about how wonderful technicians are, how bright I… Read More
New Cat is Stressing the Old Cat (HDYTT)
Tabitha Kucera, RVT, VTS (Behavior), CCBC, joins Dr. Andy Roark to unpack one of the most stressful situations for cat owners: a new kitten wreaking havoc on the household harmony. When a lively young Bengal starts chasing the older Maine Coon around the house, Dr. Roark calls in the behavior expert to help navigate the… Read More
The Evolving Vet Tech Profession
Vicky Ograin, RVT, AVTS (Nutrition), MBA, joins Dr. Andy Roark for a Vet Tech Week special that’s full of heart and inspiration. As a lifelong learner, educator, and champion for veterinary technicians, Vicky shares how the profession has evolved, why advocacy and utilization still matter, and how technicians can build fulfilling, sustainable careers in veterinary… Read More
Can You Like Something Others Do Not?
A note for anyone who factors online voices into your decision about what is enjoyable or satisfying [Note: I promise this is not really an article about Taylor Swift… Unless you want it to be. Then it totally is.] This week, I am fascinated by the online battle over whether or not Taylor Swift’s new… Read More