That Vet Life

To the Graduating class of 2021. CONGRATULATIONS!!! This week's episode is my letter to y'all as the graduating class. This last year has been anything but easy or routine, but you have persevered and on behalf of the veterinary profession, we are so excited for you to be joining us as veterinarians! This first year in practice will likely be one of the most challenging, but exhilarating years of your career. Please know your colleagues and mentors are here to guide and support you as you grow and develop into the amazing veterinarians you are already on the road to becoming. This Podcast has always been about YOU! and as such I would love to hear what sort of content you want to hear. Send me a DM on Instagram or Facebook, or through the contact form on thatvetlifepodcast.com to add your voice to the upcoming season. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

In this week's episode of Skill Set I am joined by Dr. Lo Curtis to discuss the storytelling skills you can use when dealing with your neurology cases. However... Rather early on in the episode Lo and I decided we wanted to spend a bit more time talking on a topic that we are both very passionate about. We start by addressing the challenges of establishing compliance from our clients. Lo states it beautifully that "most of the time, a lack of compliance comes from a lack of understanding and not for a lack of trying." Meaning that it's not usually the "fault" of the client when a treatment plan doesn't go the way we envisioned it. Listen along as we discuss the problem we have seen on social media of not only client bashing, but fellow veterinarian bashing and the impact it is having on our profession. . . Dr. Lo Curtis is the host of Thrive DVM Podcast and is on a mission to connect other professional women with the tools and resources to fall deeply, madly in love with their own lives. You can find out more at locurtis.com and on Instagram at @thrivedvmpodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

In this week's episode I am joined by Dr. Sabrina Cooper @dr.sabrina.horse.vet as we talk about her transition from vet student to veterinarian and what this looked like through the lens of the internship she has undertaken in her first year out of vet school. Despite the species differences between our paths in the profession, Sabrina and I talk about one of the challenges that all new grads working in clinical practice face....the challenge of learning and developing client communication skills i.e. storytelling skills. We talk about the fumbles we both experienced in our first client interactions and how we used those failures to develop successful skills and methods that we now use today. Through this discussion we brainstorm ways that vet school and vet students can work on honing these skills before graduating and how in their first jobs, new grads can advocate for better mentorship when talking about communication skills. Follow Dr. Cooper's journey on Instagram @dr.sabrina.horse.vet and stay tuned for her website. If today's episode brought value to you be sure to subscribe on any major podcasting platform so you never miss an episode and follow along @thatvetlifepodcast or visit the website at www.thatvetlifepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

In this weeks episode I am joined by Dr. Kristi Crow, who you may know better as @dogtorkristi on Instagram. Kristi and I have been veterinarians for nearly a whole year and in that span of time have learned so much more than what vet school could have taught us. In that span of time we have gone through what will likely be the most intense transition of our professional careers and you better believe we started out with some pretty big fears. Chances are if you are graduating soon you have similar fears. In this episode we have a truthful discussion about what our own fears were and how through proper mentorship and experience we learned to not only overcome these fears but to turn them into opportunities to become better and more confident veterinarians. Listen along as we discuss mentorship, the importance of becoming effective communicators and the challenges we're currently facing as new grad veterinarians. We want to hear from YOU! Do you have questions you would like Kristi and I to answer in a future episode? Send either of us a DM on Instagram @thatvetlifepodcast or @dogtorkristi to have your question answered in a future episode. Find out more about the podcast at www.thatvetlifepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

This week's episode was a special request after a recent conversation with an incredible up and coming veterinary student. While not an immediate reaction to recent saddening events within the profession this is a topic we need to talk about more. Within vet schools there has been recent push to encourage students to prioritize wellbeing. While this is positive, it is always met with the disparity to what vet students are actually experiencing. They say "eat well. Take time for yourselves. Get enough sleep." but don't provide a practical pathway for students to integrate this into their daily lives. This is a disparity we need to address on multiple levels. In this episode I breakdown where I've seen this disparity occur and how we as a profession can better prepare our future veterinarians to care for and prioritize their wellbeing, and it starts with mindset. At the end of this episode I switch gears to talk about the social app craze that is Clubhouse and why I am so incredibly excited for it. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

In this week's episode I am joined by Dr. Melissa Shapiro. As a small animal veterinarian who has created her niche within the profession as a veterinarian with her own practice providing at-home services, Melissa has many years of wisdom and experience she is keen to pass on to new veterinarians and vet students. She is also the loving pet parent to the internet's favorite Deaf, Blind, Pink Puppy, Piglet. Through her practice she has the unique vantage point of seeing clients and pets in their own home for routine care and end-of-life scenarios. Today I chat with Melissa on the topic of euthanasia and approach it from the position as a new grad and all the questions I had and still have about becoming more comfortable in how I handle myself during euthanasias as a veterinarian. We attempt to answer the questions of "Can we teach veterinary students how to better manage their emotions during a euthanasia" and "what is the role of the veterinarian during a euthanasia" for caring for the patient and the clients. Melissa draws from her many years of experience of performing euthanasias to provide new grads and students with the guidance they need as they approach this difficult topic. *This episode does include descriptions of performing euthanasias and examples of scenarios that do not go to plan* and was recorded for the purpose of educating veterinary students and veterinarians. . . . Follow Dr. Shapiro on social media at: @melissashapirodvm Follow Piglet and the pack @pinkpigletpuppy --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

This week we're talking about the Value of Voice with Veterinary Innovation Podcast co-host, Shawn Wilkie. Hosted by Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zakharenkov, The Veterinary Innovation Podcast invites you into discussions with industry leaders and innovators about the challenges they're facing and how to address them. A self-proclaimed "serial entrepreneur," Shawn has been involved in the industry of veterinary technology long enough to understand the stressors of veterinarians and how technology can be developed to improve patient care while simultaneously easing the workload. It was from this knowledge of the profession that Talkatoo was developed. A voice dictation software, Talkatoo was designed to ease the workload of veterinarians by decreasing the amount of time it takes to complete medical records. In today's episode we discuss the value of voice. With the recent surge of popularity of podcasts it's clear that stories told with voice have an intrinsic value for people. You'll hear how we utilize this influence as podcast hosts and how it can be used within the veterinary profession. Never miss an upcoming episode by clicking the subscribe button on your favorite podcasting platform. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

Time to add another skill to your storytelling skill set! This week I'm talking with Dr. Amy Thomson a residency trained dental surgeon about the tiny white patients in the mouths of dogs and cats. Yep, we're talking about teeth this week. Specifically how you can talk to clients about their dog or cats dental needs. The case Dr. Amy shares concerns a second opinion case she saw for a pup with purple teeth and the storytelling skills she used. We cover: How to convey what you see in your conscious dental exam to the client, especially during curbside service using verbal imagery and photos How to speak about your colleague who referred the patient How to to check that your clients understand the disease and treatment options You'll even get the added bonus of learning about vital pulp therapy in today's episode! Dr. Amy Thomson is a vibrant veterinarian who after spending time in general practice discovered her passion for dentistry and oral surgery and is currently ADVC residency trained. She is also a strong advocate for mental health within the profession and is eager about supporting the next generation of veterinarians. You can connect with her by following any of the links below. Instagram @toothy.thomson website COMING SOON! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

This is an episode that has been months if not years in the making as I am unashamedly a huge nerd when it comes to James Herriot and his books. When I first heard they were remaking the tv show, All Creatures Great and Small I could hardly contain my excitement! Now, I know you can binge watch all of the episodes, but as I know all the stories inside out and backward I have chosen to wait to watch each episode as it's released on PBS Masterpiece each week to enjoy it in all it's glory. In this week's episode I'm giving you a glimpse to what a small animal veterinarian in 2021 thinks when watching this show/reading the books. I pull a great deal of 'behind the scenes' from the Alf Wight's biography James Herriot: A Memoir of My Father written by his son, Jim Wight. I felt a new level of kinship after reading this biography as it uncovered many of the untold struggles Alf went through as a veterinarian, father and human. His life was not as warm and fluffy as his stories and tv make it out to be, but that's what makes it real and if you haven't read his biography I highly recommend you add it to your reading list for 2021. You'll hear what the veterinary profession was like when Alf graduated from Glasgow's vet school and how veterinary life and medicine of his day compare to now. I also talk about the new tv show and review the characters we all know and love. I have nothing but respect for the actors/actresses who are creating this remake of All Creatures Great and Small. While there are subtle nuances and changes to the overall stories they are holding true to their characters and bringing them to life in a way that reminds me why I love this profession so much. I hope you enjoy this episode as I had a great deal of fun creating it for you. Like and Subscribe to make sure you never miss an episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

This week we are talking the founders of Drip.vet, Veterinarian and Attorney Dr. Lance Roasa and Veterinarian Dr. Drew Olson. A reinvented form of veterinarian education, Drip.vet provides RACE approved content for both veterinary students are professionals. Courses cover a wide range of topics such as medical, business, financial, legal and ethical issues presented using the Drip teaching methodology to maximize learning and time efficiency. Follow the links below to check out some of the RACE approved CE courses offered. The Art and Science of Negotiation Endocrine 411 Vetmed LIVE Series In today's episode we focus on the 'why' behind Drip.Vet and how the topic of financial wellbeing has personally affected both Drew and Lance in their life and educational experiences. You'll hear how these experiences ignited the passion they have for helping the next generation of veterinarians and why this is so much more than a money-management program. Dr. Drew Olson, DVM A 2012 Iowa State Veterinary College graduate, Dr. Drew Olson has practiced in small and large animal clinics, and has considerable experience in the veterinary compounding medicine industry. An Omaha native, he is regarded as one of the nation’s leading veterinarians in compounding specialized veterinary medications. Be sure and ask Dr. Olson about his experience with retired circus elephants or his participation as a veterinary student in Frontier Vets, a documentary filmed in the remote region of Kruger Park in South Africa. Drew resides in Omaha with his wife, Karin, and their daughter Olive. They enjoy spending time with friends, family, and their rescue dog, Faith. Lance Roasa, DVM, MS, JD Dr. Lance Roasa is a 2008 graduate of Texas A&M where he was the first student to undertake a 4th year business-track, spending the majority of his clinical training in veterinary business and industry. In 2016 He completed a law degree from the University of Nebraska and his training was centered on the law of small business, taxation and the law of veterinary medicine. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

Today's patient is a 1 year old, bouncy Labrador puppy whose owner is at the end of her leash because this poor pup is so itchy and it's your job as the new grad vet to solve this mystery. As the doctor you know what you need to do to work up this case, but how do you communicate your diagnostics and diagnosis to this frustrated client? In today's episode I chat with dermatology resident, Dr. Jeff Tinsley about the storytelling skills you need to not only help this patient and client today, but set up a lasting relationship as you navigate this pup's chronic condition. We discuss the 'why' behind your diagnostics and how to set reasonable goals and expectations for this client moving forward. If you've ever wanted an easy to remember way of describing the skin barrier, Dr. Tinsley provides a great brick and mortar example you can use in daily practice. . Dr. Jeff Tinsley is a current dermatology resident who has a strong passion for connecting with his clients to provide outstanding medical care and advocating for his patients. You can connect with Dr. Tinsley on Instagram @dermdogtorjeff. . Never miss an episode of That Vet Life by joining the mailing list which can be found on the website thatvetlifepodcast.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

Welcome to 2021!!!!! For this week's episode I asked what you wanted to hear and y'all said you wanted to learn about how the last 6 months of working as a veterinarian has gone. To put it plainly, it's been a whirlwind, but I still love what I do. In this episode I reflect on what I have learned personally in the last 6 months and walk you through how I structured my work schedule to set myself up for success in those first few months. I discuss how I struggled with toxic thoughts as a new grad and how I am working to overcome them. I also take some time to talk about what vet school didn't (and honestly couldn't) prepare me for and what that means for you as a final year vet student. While this episode was created for you, it was also a bit cathartic for myself to reflect on these last 6 months and identify my areas of growth and where I am looking to continue to grow. Here's to 2021 and all that's to come. Oh! and I have a new website!! www.thatvetlifepodcast.com It's here that you can find all of the recent episodes and join the mailing list so you never miss an episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

Dr. Gary Marshall is a small animal veterinarian and practice owner of Island Cats Veterinary Hospital. Along with his position as an adjunct Professor for Washington State University's College of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Marshall is deeply passionate about mentoring the next generation of veterinarians as he often has preceptor students shadowing at this clinic. Keeping with the times, Dr. Marshall took to social media to further provide support to vet students and new grads through his presence on Instagram @it.might.get.weird where he shares his experience as a practitioner. At the start of lockdown Dr. Marshall saw the need in the veterinary student community for CE and collected some of the greatest minds in feline medicine to present Cat Class! The recordings can be found at vetredefined.com Today's episode comes from our recent Instagram Live Q&A session where I talked with Dr. Marshall about Mentorship and what you need to consider when looking for a mentor. Follow Dr. Melanie Bowden @vacationvet and listen to her TEDtalk here What Being a Veterinarian really takes Follow Dr. Kirsten Ronngren @vet_redefined --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

A few week's ago y'all asked some great questions about internships and residencies. Well, on today's episode I welcomed my friend Dr. Danny Sack to share his experience as an intern with AMC (Animal Medical Center) to answer all of your questions. We discuss topics like: the application process for internships to residencies the structure of a rotating internship the differences between general practice and internships some of the decision factors you should consider if you are thinking about an internship Danny is a fantastic resource if you have further questions about internships and residencies and you can contact him on Instagram @dr.dannysack or at his website . --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

You all sent in some incredible questions last week and in this episode I take some time to answer a few of them. In this episode I answer questions about: studying in vet school how to learn information what the transition from vet student to new grad vet looks like how mentorship made all the difference in starting my new job There are so many other questions about finding jobs and mentors as well as questions about internships and residencies which there just wasn't enough time to cover in today's episode. As such you can be on the lookout in the coming weeks for episodes on those exact topics. Want to get involved in the real time conversation? Join the VETstagram community for the LIVE events on Instagram @thatvetlifepodcast Saturday at 7pm EST. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

You asked so here is a full episode based on the conversations that have been developing on Instagram @thatvetlifepodcast. In the last week I put out two posts about resentment and inadequacy in the veterinary profession. The responses were astounding and the level of conversation that occurred in the contents was wonderful to see. Everyone was so edifying and I feel we got to share our thoughts about these two topics. In talking about Resentment in the profession I mostly focused on talking about the importance of good mentorship and I did this through the lens of this idea of + - = mentorship. This was an idea I first heard about on The Colin and Samir Podcast. It's an idea about the types of mentors you should be looking for and how YOU should be acting as a mentor to those around you that I think we should be modeling more in the profession. The second idea I discuss in this episode is dealing with the feeling of inadequacy and our good ole nemesis 'imposter syndrome.' While no one is immune to it there is a purpose to it. I discuss my own recent experience with feeling inadequate and I explore some of the ways we can not only better identify this feeling of inadequacy but actually use it to become better veterinarians. I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode and continue the conversation. Leave your thoughts in the reviews on Itunes or comment on this post on Instagram or Facebook. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

Last week on the pod I left you with the question of whether we can teach EMPATHY to medical professionals. The answer is a clear and resounding 'YES!' This week I walk you through one method of teaching that breaks it down into 7 topics and how they each impact how EMPATHY is portrayed in the client-doctor relationship. You can read through this study here: A Tool to Enhance Nonverbal Communication Between Clinicians and Their Patients, My favorite quote is from the second sentence of the abstract which states "Many articles do not address nonverbal interactions, instead focusing on “what to say” rather than “how to be.” This focus on verbal communication overlooks the essential role nonverbal signals play in the communication of emotions, which has significant effects on patient satisfaction, health outcomes, and malpractice claims." While it can be difficult to incorporate much of this into today's in-school veterinary education due to time constraints they are inextricably related to improved paitient outcomes and client satisfaction and should not be overlooked by any medical professional. I would love to hear your thoughts on this article and today's episode. So head on over to Instagram @thatvetlifepodcast to contribute your thoughts or leave a voice message using the anchor app! If you found value in today's episode head over to Itunes to leave a review! It allows to me to keep producing episodes for you. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

If you've ever visited a city or country you've probably found yourself people watching at some point. There is something entertaining about observing how people interact with their environment and the people around them. You could even say there is a different culture to their non-verbal communication with the facial expressions and body language they use. In today's episode I discuss non-verbal communication through the lens of vet med and what it means for our veterinary-client relationships. I explore what non-verbal communication means and how it is intrinsically tied to Emotional Intelligence and thus EMPATHY and how we can be using it to improve patient outcomes and client satisfaction. . Next week we'll explore the question of how EMPATHY can be taught to veterinary and human practitioners by diving into the research that has been conducted in this area. . Did you find value in today's episode? Show your support by leaving a review on itunes or following the podcast on Instagram @ThatVetLifePodcast. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

Vet school has gone virtual and while hands on training has been minimized due to COVID, this isn't the only concern vet students have. Without in-person training their communication skills courses have also been put on the backburner leading to fear about when they start their careers in practice. In today's episode I chat with Dr. Monica Tarantino from Vets on the Rise, about this challenge and what it means for students as they transition into practice life in the next 7-8 months. We breakdown the issue and approach it from the ground up as we discuss ways that vet students can be practicing the foundation skills of storytelling even though they can't be in person. We also discuss one of the key factors you, as a veterinarian, need in the exam room and on the phone to establish trust with your client, EMPATHY. When you are able to communicate this essential ability patient outcomes and client satisfaction increase significantly. Check out Vets on the Rise Instagram @vetsontherise Website veterinariansontherise.com Check out Dr. Tarantino's podcast, Senior Dog Revolution --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

"The reason for doing it was two fold. One was to tell the story and hopefully inspire other people that they can do something, like what I'm doing, where they are living the way they really want to live... but also doing something to better the places they visit or better the places they live." Sailing, surfing and saving pups. Sounds like a pretty epic way to live as a veterinarian, right? While Dr. Sheridan has created her ideal form of practice living in and working out of her 37ft. sail boat named Chuffed it's not without it's fair share of stressors and struggles which she shares with the world through her YouTube channel Vet Tails' Sailing Chuffed and on her blog vettails.com  In this week's episode I chat with Sheridan, aka Dr. Sheddy about the joys and challenges of working as a mobile veterinarian and sailor. We discuss what it looks like to operate a non-for profit to provide free medical care in a location where she doesn't look or sound like the locals in the communities she works with. I was inspired by Dr. Sheddy in how she spoke about the importance of developing trust and relationships with the local veterinary services in the communities. Her goal isn't to be the hero in these situations but to figure out how she can best empower and equip the individuals in the communities to care for themselves and their animals. If you want to follow along with Dr. Sheddy's adventures you can find her on:  Instagram @dr.sheddy_the.sailing.vet  YouTube Vet Tails' Sailing Chuffed Blog Vettails.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

It's September! How are y'all doing out there? . This week on the podcast we are talking about COMMUNITY. More specifically what does community mean within the veterinary profession? We'll be taking a look at the VETstagram community we've developed over in Instagram and how it's actually revolutionizing the profession. From providing a way to communicate with the wider human medical profession to creating an educational platform to provide mentorship, the VETstagram community is one cool group of humans, and it's all thanks to YOU!! How then do we continue to support the community so it continues to be a place of Inspiring, Encouraging and Challenging content? Well it starts with relationships. Listen to this week's episode to learn more. . Check out That Vet Life on Instagram @thatvetlifepodcast and Facebook @ThatVetLifePodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

In this episode of QuaranTALK I am joined by Dr Gerardo Poli and Dr. Hubert Hiemstra from The Vet Vault podcast. These two are absolute powerhouses in the veterinary profession and their podcast is proof to this. You can learn more about their podcast here: https://thevetvault.com/ Here we go behind the scenes and talk about the all important "why?" they started the podcast and how this question is key if you are looking to start your own podcast. Additionally Hubert shares the origin story of how he and Gerardo met and brought this podcast to life! Being the inspirations that they are, Hubert and Gerardo brought things full circle by talking about the important cross over that exists between being podcast hosts and great storytellers in the consult room. I learned so much from these two and I hope you enjoy today's episode of QuaranTALK: podcast edition. Follow The Vet Vault on Instagram @thevetvault Follow Gerardo on Instagram @drgerardopoli Follow Hubert on Instagram @huberthiemstra --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

Scrubbed In is back!!! Well at least it's back for one episode. It's been a while since Dani and I sat down in front of a microphone to talk about our veterinary experiences, but as we've both started working as REAL LIFE DOCTORS we figured now would be a the perfect opportunity for a REUNION episode of Scrubbed In. So enjoy as we share the nitty gritty about what life as new grad veterinarians has been like.  In this episode we talk about: The pros/cons of providing curbside service dealing with imposter syndrome the importance of mentorship Annnnddd there may be something about a giveaway hidden in there for you, the amazing podcast gang! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

Hosted by two incredible veterinarians, Dr. Marci Kirk and Dr. Anna Reddish, My Veterinary Life is a podcast which draws together inspiring stories from across the veterinary profession. In the short year and a half since it's inception, they have produced over 100 episodes with guests from all areas of vet med! If you've ever wondered what you can do with a veterinary degree this podcast shows you the possibilities are endless! . I am so excited to welcome Marci and Anna to the microphone for this special "getting to know you" episode as we take you behind the scenes to how My Veterinary Life came to be. In this episode you'll hear: How Marci and Anna met What their inspiration and motivations were to start the podcast How they overcame the challenges they've faced in producing the podcast AND Marci reveals who their guest will be next week. . It was an absolute delight getting to know Marci and Anna through today's episode. I encourage you to check out their podcast My Veterinary Life on Apple Podcast, Google Play, Spotify and Spreaker. Contact Anna and Marci at MVLpodcast@avma.org . If you enjoyed today's episode let me know by leaving voice message through the anchor app or by leaving a review on Apple Podcast. You can also contact me through Instagram @thatvetlifepodcast or Facebook at That Vet Life Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

As a new graduate, one of the best and potentially terrifying things about practicing veterinary medicine is talking with clients. Throw in COVID and client communications gets kicked up a notch in that we now have to talk to clients entirely over the phone. Whether you are comfortable talking over the phone or not, this is a challenge. So much of what we do relies on building a relationship with our clients, but how are we supposed to do that when we can't even see them? . In today's episode I am excited to welcome my friend, Dr. Ashley Gray back to the microphone as we talk through the storytelling skills you can use to shine in your phone conversations with clients. You'll hear us talk about: How to set yourself up for success What you can say to increase the value of your exam How to earn your clients trust over the phone COVID or not, you will have to talk with clients over the phone for the rest of your career. But, it doesn't have to be something to dread. What was your favorite tip from today's episode? Let us know by leaving a review on Itunes or by sending a message through Instagram or Facebook. Check out Ashely on Instagram @southernpetvet and @vetsontherise Check out Vets on the Rise www.veterinariansontherise.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

I'm pulling this one from the archives. Back in the early quarantine days I was able to virtually sit down with my friend Dr. Dave Nicol to go behind the scenes of his podcasts The Blundt Dissection and Freewheelin' ! Beyond being my favorite Scottish veterinary podcaster, Dave is an incredibly engaging storyteller and I always come away from recording sessions with him with a smile on my face. In this episode you'll hear us talk about what's going on in the podcast world as well as Dave talking through his 'how' and 'why' behind his storytelling methods for his podcasts. You can check out Dave's podcasts on any podcasting platform. Are you a vet student or a new grad? Check out Dave's book "So you're a vet...now what?" This book helped to settle quite a few of my own fears about starting work as a new grad and I can't recommend it enough! Follow Dave on Facebook Follow Dave on Instagram --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

Hey y'all! It's been a hot minute since I've recorded a solo episode for y'all. A year ago I was entering the stressful season of NAVLE prep, and OH MY WORD! That was a long arduous exam. But I came out the other side rather un-scathed thanks to the amount of prep work that I put during the months leading up to the exam. In today's episode I wanted to share some of what that work entailed by comparing it to one of my favorite things, running! Now being a year removed from when I first started studying I can say with 100% certainty that training for a long-distance race is very similar to prepping for the NAVLE and in this episode I go through the tips and tricks that I learned from my own long distance training and how to implement them in your own NAVLE prep. This is NOT a "how-to" podcast, but rather a list of "things to consider" as you enter this season of NAVLE prep. I hope this is helpful and provides some encouragement. Have a comment or a question? You can message me on Instagram and Facebook @thatvetlifepodcast . You can also send me a voice recording through the anchor.fm app. Listening on itunes? Leave a 5-star rating and a comment to help others find the podcast. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

So you're the new grad in the practice and while you are already a bit nervous about all the things you don't know, you're client makes the statement of "aren't you a bit young to be the vet?" How do you respond? In this episode I talk with Dr. Kirsten Ronngren about how to approach these situations and how to advocate for ourselves even if we are the youngest vet in the practice. What you'll hear: -how to become an effective communicator -dealing with internal judgement -understanding the client's perspective -how to build a client's trust Have comments or questions from today's episode? Leave a voice message through the link below or drop a comment/ DM through social media @thatvetlifepodcast . If you are listening on Apple Podcasts, leave comment or 5-stars to help others discover the podcast. Follow Kirsten: on Instagram @vet_redefined vetredefined.com Check out Kirsten's blog post How to Beat the Age Debate --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

End of life discussions can be a difficult subject to broach, especially as a new grad. In this episode I talk with Dr. Melanie Bowden about the storytelling skills new grads can use when approaching their first euthanasia. What you'll hear in this episode: -the importance of setting expectations  -how to prepare the environment -how to communicate empathy through body language and tone of voice -the beauty of the client - veterinarian bond Have comments or questions from today's episode? Leave a voice message through the link below or drop a comment/ DM through social media @thatvetlifepodcast . If you are listening on Apple Podcasts, leave comment or 5-stars to help others discover the podcast. Follow Melanie:  on Instagram @vacationvet on Facebook @vacationvet --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

We’re continuing our Telemedicine topic this week by chatting with 2 individuals who are very much in-the-know when it comes to the intricacies of how these platforms. If you remember last week we talked with Dr. Jessica Vogelsang about the how and why that veterinarians can be using Telemedicine not just during COVID but in the long run. This week we’ll dive further into how Telemedicine can be used as a Storytelling platform by evaluating one of the many platforms that are available. Joining me today from Guardian Vets I have John Dillon, the founder and CEO and Dr. Katherine Donahue, the Chief Veterinary Officer. Find out more about Guardian Vets at guardianvets.com Follow Guardian Vets on Instagram @guardianvets and Facebook @GuardianVets --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

As a Veterinarian, Author and all around Telemedicine guru, Dr. Jessica Vogelsang is the perfect person to be talking to on this episode. With years of experience in the Telemedicine sector of vet med, Jessica has become the voice for Veterinary Telemedicine and supports veterinary professionals as they navigate the how-to's of integrating it into their practices. In today's episode we talk about the role of Storytelling in Vet Med and how we can use Telemedicine to become better storytellers. We recorded this back in the beginning of the pandemic, so it'll be a nice reflection of how far we've come with using Telemedicine in the past 2 months. . Follow Jessica: on Instagram @pawcurious on Facebook @pawcurious Want to know more about Telemedicine in Vet Med? Join the Veterinary Telemedicine Community on Facebook. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

Danielle Lambert is the co-founder of Snout School, a marketing consulting firm dedicated to empowering veterinarians and helping them succeed in careers and life. Growing up in her family's vet practice Danielle saw first hand the importance of developing and growing relationships and brought this experience and knowledge of marketing in Snout School. *A special note: we recorded this episode at the start of quarantine. Though much has changed in the last few months the core value of this episode remains the same. Stories are how we build relationships and right now this is of the upmost importance. So while we are talking about vet practices and vet students in this episode, the how and why remains the same. Tell your story.* In this episode I talk with Danielle about digital storytelling and it's role in developing relationships. We answer the questions of: -what is digital storytelling -how do you get started? -how to define your "why?" . Did you enjoy today's episode with Danielle Lambert? Do you have any thoughts or questions? Leave us a voice message through the anchor app, or through the link and let us hear your thoughts! . Check out Snout School's website: Snoutschool.com Check out Snout School: on Instagram @snoutschool on Facebook @SnoutSchool --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

"But how much does it cost?" . In this episode I talk with Dr. Melanie Bowden about how to have the dreaded "money talk" with clients when it comes to preventative medicine. Talking about the value of preventative care to clients doesn't have to be a challenge and today we'll be providing you with the building blocks you can use in your next consult. Follow Dr. Bowden on: Instagram @vacationvet Facebook @VacationVet website drmelaniebowden.com Check out her TEDx talk here: What Being a Veterinarian Really Takes . Follow the Podcast on: Instagram @thatvetlifepodcast Facebook @ThatVetLifePodcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

Following vet school, Dr. Ashley Gray started into an internship and it is because of the experience that she had there that she found her passion for mentoring new veterinarians and eventually led to the publication of her book, Becoming a Millennial Veterinarian. In today's episode I talk with Ashley about her book and she breaks down some of the big points from her book such as: -negotiating a salary and advocating for yourself -when should you start job search -navigating the transition from vet student to Veterinarian . Recently alongside Dr. Monica Taratino, Ashley announced the formation of Vets on the Rise, a mentorship program geared towards vet students and new grads to provide the tools they need to succeed! Check it out at Vetsontherise.com Follow Ashley: On Instagram @southernpetvet Follow Vets on the Rise @vetsontherise Check out her book Becoming a Millennial Veterinarian reach out to Ashley via email millennialveterinarian@gmail.com . Did you find value in today's episode? Share this episode via social media to inspire, encourage and challenge others. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

Are you setting yourself up for success in this profession? In this week's episode I'm talking with Dr. Dan Phillips from Vet Mentor Solutions about the

It's your first day as a vet taking consults. How exciting is that! But how do you become an effective storyteller in the consult room? In this episode of Skill Set I talk with Dr. Tannetje Crocker about the storytelling skills you can work on to help establish a trusting relationship with your client from the very first moment you meet! . Follow Dr. Crocker: Instagram @dr.tannetje.crocker Facebook Dr. Tannetje Crocker Website drcrockerpetvet.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

Welcome to the introductory episode of Skill Set! Starting your career as a veterinarian is tough and often times the hardest part isn't learning the medicine of how to do certain procedures. It's learning how to become an effective storyteller and developing your own voice as a practitioner.  In this mini series I'll be talking with different veterinarians to provide you with the storytelling building blocks you need to start your career off on the right foot. We'll breakdown how body language, facial expression and wording can be used to become an efficient storyteller as we explore different consult room scenarios. Later this week I'll be talking with our first guest, Dr. Tannetje Crocker as we talk through the scenario of meeting a client for the first time. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

In this week's episode I am excited to welcome Dr. Ross Henderson back to the podcast as we dive into the question of "what can music teach us about storytelling?" A small animal veterinarian, Ross has the joy of working alongside his family at Fox Hollow animal hospital in Lakewood, Colorado. Though in addition to being a vet, Ross’s other major passion in life in Music which he masterfully uses as a storytelling medium in his daily life and on social media. So what can music teach us about storytelling in vet med? In this episode you'll hear Ross and I speak from our own experiences about how music in it's most fundamental form is a method of storytelling. Ross shares his story of how he came to see that his worlds of music and medicine were intricately woven and how this plays out in his daily life as a musician and veterinarian. . Fun Fact: Ross wrote the intro and outro music for this season of the podcast! You can listen to more of his music here drrosshenderson.com Fun Fact #2: did you know Ross and I graduated from the same vet school (The Royal (dick) School of Veterinary Studies in Edinburgh, Scotland) You can hear more about our adventures in Scotland in episode 8 of Season 1 of That Vet Life. Follow Ross on: Instagram @drrosshenderson Facebook Dr. Ross Henderson . . Have a friend you know would love this episode? Share the link with them to help support the podcast. Follow Dr. Moriah on Instagram @thatvetlifepodcast and Facebook That Vet Life Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

Impressive doesn’t even begin to describe today’s guest. Along with her many titles including RVT, LVT, practice manager, international speaker to name a few, Nicole Laforest is a powerhouse in the veterinary profession. Using her voice and unique method of storytelling, Nicole advocates for veterinary professionals and the patients we all care for, as well as educating the profession and general public. On Instagram under the handle of @veterinarytechnicians, she has amassed over 27,000 followers who actively engage in the community she has developed. In this episode I talk with Nicole about how she uses her Instagram account to bridge the gap of scientific literacy, how her musical background helped prepare her for her speaking roles and we breakdown the style of storytelling she uses online. Support the podcast by sharing this episode with your friends! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

Normally, on the show we are talking about the role of storytelling within the walls of veterinary medicine, but that’s not to say it isn’t also important in our day to day lives. Creating the space to share our human experience is intrinsically related to our relationships and wellbeing. And is why I am excited to welcome the host and creator of Thrive DVM podcast, Lo Curtis. Outside of being a veterinary neurologist, Lo strives to empower women in the veterinary profession by equipping them with the tools to thrive both personally and professionally. Listening to her podcast you can hear how every word she says comes from the heart and I am excited to speak with her today about the how and why behind her storytelling. Follow Lo on Instagram: @_lo.curtis @thrivedvmpodcast Follow That Vet Life: Instagram @thatvetlifepodcast Facebook That Vet Life --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

Hey y'all! It's been awhile, but I am beyond excited to announce that the podcast is back for a newly revamped season!!!

Let's #quaranTALK

Ashley is a board certified veterinary dermatologist working on the west coast. She is incredibly passionate about sharing her knowledge with vets and vet students through her Instagram @thedermvet and podcast, The Derm Vet, which you can find on any major podcasting platform. In today's episode I chat with Ashley about the current state of veterinary medicine and what her clinic is doing to provide veterinary care to their patients amidst this pandemic. Equally, we talk about podcasting and the important role it has in disseminating information, now more than ever. BONUS: I premiered the intro song for #quraranTALK at the beginning of this episode. Though ya'll will have to tell me if I should keep it or not. lol. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

Seth @drseththevet is a small animal practioner in St. Louis, who is also the creator and host of his own podcast, Vet School Unleashed! In today's episode I chat with Seth about what life looks like now that he has been in practice for nearly a year now! Additionally we talk about Telemedicine and what vet students can be doing in this time of uncertainty. Check out Seth's podcast : http://www.vetschoolunleashed.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

Maaike is a wildlife veterinarian working in Namibia. Though it presents its challenges, there is no job she would rather be doing and the excitement she has for it is absolutely clear. In today's episode, Maaike shares her personal experiences of working as a wildlife vet. Additionally she talks about her passion project of working to stop animal poaching and the role vets play in working with the local communities to not only protect their livestock which is their livelihood, but the wild animals around them. I had such a fun time talking with Maaike and learned more about wildlife veterinary medicine in the process. You can follow Maaike's journey through her Instagram profile @the.desert.vet To see the live recording of this episode, you can access it on Instagram for the next 24 hours @ThatVet_Life Stay tuned for the next episode of #quranTALK where I'll be chatting with my friend, Trusten Moore! @drmoore.studentvet --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

Aviv is a final year vet student from Israel who has spent the last 6 1/2 years earning her veterinary degree in Italy! I had a lot of fun on today's episode learning about the Italian education system. Additionally, Aviv and I shared our experiences about studying as international students. You can check out Aviv on Instagram @vivivetdoc. Besides being a wonderful human, Aviv is known for her the interviews she conducts and shares on her instagram profile, which you can see by clicking her IG handle listed earlier. There may even be an interview from yours truly being released in the near future! Thanks for joining for another episode of #quaranTALK! Stay tuned for more daily episodes by following on Instagram @ThatVet_Life. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

Dr. Gary Marshall is a veterinarian and owner of Island Cats Veterinary Hospital @islandcatsvet in Washington state. Over his dedicated years working as a feline practioner, Gary has found a love of mentoring and is constantly looking for new ways of supporting the next generation of vets such as through preceptorships or connecting on social media. In today's episode Gary shares how he is hoping to support vet students through the COVID-19 crisis with the creation of Cat Class, a daily online course focused on discussing feline medicine. For more information you can contact Gary on Instagram @it.might.get.weird. Listen along to the audio recording from our Instagram-Live session as we discuss the impact COVID-19 is having on veterinary practices and the role social media and Telemedicine have in all of this. You can also watch the recording on Instagram for the next 24hours at @ThatVet_Life --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

Today I am excited to welcome, Danny Sack to QuaranTALK! A fourth year vet student at Cornell's vet school, Danny @Dr.dannysack is dealing with many of the same challenges that myself and other vet students have been faced with. From the cancellation of rotations and graduation, transitioning to online learning and wondering what our first few months in practice will looks like, there are a lot of unknowns ahead of us. Thankfully we aren't alone in these challenges and today's chat is the perfect example of why I love our VETstagram community so much. In today's episode Danny and I cover these important topics along with what we as the next generation of veterinarians can be learning/bringing to the table in regards to media, marketing and telemedicine. Want to SEE the interview? For the next 24hours this conversation will be available on Instagram @ThatVet_Life . Tune in tomorrow as I talk with Dr. Gary Marshall about; how this is affecting business owners, what new grads can be doing to help, and Gary will announce his new online CAT CLASS! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

Welcome to #quaranTALK ! While we are all in quarantine for the forseeable future I came up the with idea of a way to for us to maintain social distancing while talking about the things that are most important to us during this time of uncertainty. Join us each day on Instagram-live @thatvet_life to take part in the conversation, or you can listen to the post-recordings here. Either way, I encourage you to reach out and talk to those around you about what is going on and how it is affecting you. We are all connected and through sharing our stories and experiences we will see we can weather this storm, together. In today's episode, I chatting with my good friend Dani! @adventurous.vet There is a lot of uncertainty now facing us as our final year rotations have essentially been cancelled. It's all happened so fast and neither of us know what our next move will be. For Dani, she's stuck in the UK and trying to find her way home. For myself I am weighing up the possibilities for finding a job. Until next time, stay safe, stay sane. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

In this week's episode I chat with veterinarian, speaker and coach, Katie Ford BVSc CertAVP(SAM) about one of the most powerful influences on our mindset.  Gratitude. Listen along as Katie shares how her own story of struggle helped to shape her current mindset and how she's sharing the power of Gratitude with the veterinary profession. Check out Katie on Instagram here. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message

It's been one heck of a year y'all. Thanks for coming along for the ride. This is our last episode of Scrubbed In, but it's not the end of the podcast. I have some plans in the making and you won't want to miss out. In the meantime, keep you eyes out for the next episode of That Vet Life next week. It's bittersweet, but it's just the close of one chapter and the opening of another and we are so incredibly excited for what's to come. To keep up with our adventures: -Follow Mo @ThatVet_Life -Follow Dani @adventurous.vet --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thatvet-life/message