Dr. Andy Roark and guest Ryan Leech have an insightful discussion about corporate consolidation in the veterinary industry. They dive into the significant changes that have occurred since the end of 2023, and how this has shaped the business landscape. The conversation covers aspects like the impact of interest rates, the shift in executive teams… Read More
When Veterinary Consolidation Slows Down
Training the Team for Recommendations and Hard Conversations
Dr. Andy Roark engages in a dynamic conversation with Certified Veterinary Practice Manager, and Licensed Veterinary Technician, Bash Hallow. Together they delve into the art of navigating difficult conversations within veterinary practice and the significance of understanding clients’ needs for effective communication. Cone Of Shame Veterinary Podcast · COS – 249 – Training The Team… Read More
Thoughts to Hold Onto: 11 Pieces of Advice I’m Giving to Myself to the Start of the Year
I collect words of wisdom like a magpie collects tinfoil. The shiny baubles of insight catch my attention and attract me to them. Unfortunately, I’ve learned I can’t hold all the wonderful quotes and lessons I encounter in my brain at one time, and must occasionally audit what I want to carry with me. The… Read More
New Research: What Are Veterinarians Actually Willing and Able to do about Suicide?
Doctoral candidate Sydney Waitz-Kudla joins Dr. Andy Roark to discuss her recent peer-reviewed publication on securing lethal means for suicide in veterinary practice. WARNING: This episode discusses suicide and the means for suicide. Listener discretion advised. Cone Of Shame Veterinary Podcast · COS – 248 – New Research What Are Veterinarians Actually Willing And Able… Read More
The Best of Dr. Andy Roark 2023
One of my favorite ways to start the new year is to look back at what went really well in the last 12 months. Below, I have pulled three of the most popular blogs that I wrote and sent out via the Dr. Andy Roark newsletter (Which is totally free and arrives every Friday). I… Read More
Don’t Rush the Recommendation
Dr. Jason Coe joins Dr. Andy Roark on the podcast to discuss effective veterinarian-client communication, specifically addressing sensitive topics like pet obesity. He highlights the importance of understanding the client’s viewpoint, avoiding rushed recommendations, and advocating for a collaborative approach. Dr. Coe recommends resources such as the AAHA nutrition guidelines, communication skill books, and training… Read More