Dr. Ginger Templeton, DVM, COO of HomewardVet and MOVES, joins Dr. Andy Roark to explore what the future of veterinary careers could look like and spoiler alert: it’s not one-size-fits-all. In this episode, Andy and Ginger dive into the concept of autonomy in veterinary medicine, especially as the profession continues to shift toward a more… Read More
Stopping Does Not Equal Failure
A note for anyone who thinks their success today is defined by how things play out tomorrow I have a friend who is a medical director and feels stressed because he doesn’t own a clinic to sell when he is ready to retire. I have another friend who started a purpose-driven business that thrived for… Read More
Vet Med Mental Health Status Report
Dr. Brian Bourquin, president of Not One More Vet (NOMV), joins Dr. Andy Roark to unpack the current state of mental health and wellness in veterinary medicine. What started as a small Facebook group has grown into a powerhouse nonprofit providing grants, peer support, accreditation programs, and a safety net for veterinary professionals in crisis…. Read More
Am I Expected to Stay Late?
A note for anyone who thinks the new generation “doesn’t want to work hard” “So… our new hire seems really fixated on what time they will get to leave. How big of a red flag is that?” I’m often asked for thoughts on what is perceived as the new generation’s fixation on work life balance…. Read More
Vaccine Hesitancy in Pet Parents
Dr. Simon Haeder joins Dr. Andy Roark to dig into a surprising question: if a parent is hesitant to vaccinate their child, are they also likely to be hesitant about vaccinating their pet? The answer is more complex than you might expect. Drawing from his research published in JAVMA, Dr. Haeder shares insights on the… Read More
When Care Can’t Wait: Being Prepared for Critical Cases
Julia Sosa, Chief Experience Officer at Pumpkin Pet Insurance, joins Dr. Andy Roark for a must-hear conversation on what happens when care can’t wait. Ever had that moment in clinic when a pet’s situation is critical and the client is staring at an estimate, panicked and unsure what to do? This episode dives headfirst into… Read More