Sharon Kramper joins us to discuss her research on the prevalence of PTSD in the veterinary workplace and its implications for veterinary teams. Together, Dr. Andy Roark and former veterinary practice manager, Sharon Kramper, explore various factors, potential index events, and what can be done when a team member may be experiencing debilitating symptoms. Tune… Read More
Team Culture
Return of the Independent Practice Owners
Dr. Matt Salois joins the podcast to discuss the currently perfect conditions for an influx of new independent practice owners. In this episode of the Cone of Shame Podcast, he and Dr. Andy Roark explore how the slowdown in corporate consolidation combined with the availability of technology and services could spark a renaissance in veterinary… Read More
Why Do They Leave? Why Do They Stay? Retention & Attrition in Vet Medicine
Dr. Jessica Vogelsang discusses the latest findings in veterinary retention and attrition. She is joined by Dr. Andy Roark as they dive into the American Animal Hospital Association’s new white paper, “Stay Please.” Together, they explore both expected and unexpected insights gathered from a survey of over 15,000 veterinary professionals. Tune in to discover the… Read More
On A Mission to Get Birds Better Care
Dr. Nick Kirk teams up with Dr. Andy Roark on this week’s episode of the Cone of Shame Podcast to discuss how he turned his passion into a unique business. Together, they dive into Dr. Nick Kirk’s journey to board certification, his business partnership with a technician, and his mission to share knowledge in avian… Read More
NAVC Sharing Your Crystal Ball
For this week’s episode of the Cone of Shame Veterinary Podcast, we’re bringing you a cross over! Dr. Cassi Fleming from Vetfolio Voice interviews Dr. Andy Roark about a recent article, Sharing Your Crystal Ball. Together they discuss how veterinary leaders can share their vision of the future to foster development and growth. Cone Of… Read More
Is Purpose-Driven Leadership a Double-Edged Sword?
Josh Vaisman joins Dr. Andy Roark on the Cone of Shame Veterinary Podcast to talk about positive psychology and purpose driven leadership. Together they look at both sides of purpose, how it can be motivating to a team and how it can also be weaponized. They also touch on how purpose should not be prescribed… Read More