Dr. Michael Miller joins the podcast to talk about the downside of leaders eating last. He and Dr. Andy Roark discuss what happens when servant leadership turns to martydom, signs that practice leaders are “giving” in an unhealthy way, and what to do about it. This episode is perfect for anyone who is pouring their… Read More
Team Culture
When Veterinary Clinics Get Cancelled
What’s it like to have your clinic torn apart online? When thousands of phone calls roll in telling you that you’re awful, what impact does that have on the staff and how do you handle it? Do you respond? What if that just makes things worse? Read More
New Veterinary Business Models to Keep Pet Care Affordable
Dr. Bob Lester believes owning pets shouldn’t be a luxury that few people can afford. The veterinary profession needs to think creatively about how to keep medicine accessible to pet owners across socioeconomic groups. In this episode, Dr. Lester joins Dr. Andy Roark to discuss his recent article which outlines 15 new business models our profession might approach to help pets get the care they need. Read More
What Do Veterinary Practices Need to Start & Stop Doing?
Dr. Adam Little joins us to discuss what veterinary practices need to start doing and stop doing to adapt to a changing world. He and Dr. Andy Roark discuss everything from remote work to the challenges of recruiting and hiring in a super-tight labor market. If you like big ideas and inspiration for a bright future, this is the episode for you! Read More
The $100k Signing Bonus – Veterinary Salaries in the Age of Corporate Medicine
Dr. Lance Roasa is on the podcast to discuss the soaring salaries of new veterinary graduates, the legend of the $100k signing bonus, and all the strings that can be attached. Lance and Dr. Andy Roark discuss how corporate consolidation and private equity money are pushing these trends and where it might all be going…. Read More
Selling the Practice You Love
What does it feel like to sell the veterinary practice that you love and poured your heart into for so many years? What decisions and considerations get made along the way? Dr. Saye Clement joins Dr. Andy Roark on this episode to tell her story of selling the practice she called home for 18 years…. Read More