A note for anyone who is, or who pays, a relief vet I have come to understand recently that if you want to “go viral” as the kids say, you need to write things that divide the audience, scorch some earth, and elicit strong emotions. It also helps if you can “beef” with somebody like… Read More
Venomous Snake Bites! (HDYTT)
Dr. Cory Woliver, DVM, emergency and critical care lecturer at the University of Florida, joins Dr. Andy Roark to discuss venomous snake bite management in veterinary practice. Ever wondered how many vials of anti-venom to give when a copperhead or rattlesnake strikes? This episode cuts through the guesswork on coagulation testing, anti-venom dosing strategies, pain… Read More
Entering the Forest Alone
(A note for anyone who is wondering what to do) I had breakfast yesterday with a mentor of mine. At one point I asked him “If you were me, and you (hopefully) had 20 years left in your career, what would you do with it?” He replied, “That depends entirely on what legacy I wanted… Read More
NEW RESEARCH: Relational Coordination in Vet Clinics
What if improving your clinic’s communication could reduce turnover, boost job satisfaction, and enhance medical quality? Dr. Jason Coe is back on the podcast with brand-new research that shows how “relational coordination” (aka how roles within your team communicate and collaborate) impacts everything from psychological safety to employee retention. In this episode, Dr. Coe and… Read More
A Different Time in Your Life
(A note for anyone who thinks their younger or older self would be better off) Do you ever wish you were in a different part of your life? Yesterday, a good friend mentioned that he’s now as far from veterinary school as the mentors he idolized back when he graduated. The veterinarians who made it… Read More
Obese Diabetic Cat Now Has Renal Disease! (HDYTT)
What do you do when your big, lovable diabetic cat suddenly develops renal disease? You call in the nutritionist cavalry! In this episode, Dr. Andy Roark is joined by boarded veterinary nutritionist Dr. Caitlyn Getty to tackle a real-world “hot mess express” case: Claudia, an obese diabetic cat who’s now showing signs of kidney issues…. Read More