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Perspective

An Honest Look at What We’re Thankful For

November 21, 2023 by Andy Roark DVM MS

I’ve seen more than a few shocked faces as I, the guy known for holding the torch of positivity in veterinary medicine, tell people that “life is suffering.” If you’ve listened to my podcasts or read my articles, you’ve heard me tell people that medicine (and management) is simply picking your poison over and over… Read More

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Those You Know, But Don’t Know

November 15, 2023 by Andy Roark DVM MS

When I used to drop my kids off at daycare, my primary focus was ejecting the children from my car so I could get on to my mile long to-do list. Screeching tires, flying gravel and… was that a little girl wearing a halloween costume in March? I passed through the parking lot as quickly… Read More

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Perception: It’s All How You Look At It

November 10, 2023 by Andy Roark DVM MS

Today I am thrilled with my dog. I am so, so happy. Do you want to know why? Because he only destroyed a very nice pair of socks belonging to my oldest daughter.  For those of you who have been reading my letters for a while, you might remember that Skipper Roark is a devout… Read More

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Choosing the Rulers We Measure Ourselves By

November 9, 2023 by Andy Roark DVM MS

Jamie Holms RVT interviews Dr. Andy Roark about his recent article in Today’s Veterinary Business titled “Measuring Sticks.” They discuss how we determine our own self worth and the tendency for driven people to choose unhelpful and unhealthy measurements by which to judge themselves. Cone Of Shame Veterinary Podcast · COS – 235 – Choosing… Read More

Filed Under: Podcast Tagged With: Perspective, Wellness

The Daring Release of Perfectionism

November 2, 2023 by Andy Roark DVM MS

Dr. Natalie Marks joins Dr. Andy Roark to discuss her recent article on “The Daring Release of Perfectionism.” They discuss how the selection process for veterinary school and success within veterinary school may favor perfectionistic tendencies, and the drawbacks these tendencies have in practice. Finally, they talk about how to manage perfectionism and make peace… Read More

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This Article is NOT About Technicians

October 20, 2023 by Andy Roark DVM MS

It’s the end of National Veterinary Technician Week. After six days of (hopefully) a huge celebration of these amazing folks, I thought the veterinarians might be ready for something absolutely non-technician-celebrating to read. Well, I’ve totally got you covered. I’m not even going to mention technicians starting now. Here goes: Over the last 15 years… Read More

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