The Spirit of Hagyard

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Hagyard Equine Medical Institute, an esteemed equine veterinary practice in the heart of Kentucky, is happy to bring The Spirit of Hagyard to life! Through this podcast, we hope to share the highlights of equine veterinary medicine, as well as why the Hagyard spirit is so special. Join us as we help educate future veterinarians on this amazing industry!

Hagyard Equine Medical Institute


    • Sep 11, 2024 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 44m AVG DURATION
    • 25 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from The Spirit of Hagyard

    Field Care Interns 2: A Year of Growth

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 50:33


    Dr. Claire Foster and Dr. Helen Brown sit down with Jodi to discuss their internship experiences and what led them to Hagyard Equine Medical.This podcast is brought to you by our sponsor, Bimeda Inc. Promote horse health by using products trusted by veterinarians and owners since the 1960's. Bimeda is one of the largest producers of dewormers such as Equimax, Bimectin, and Exodus. World-renowned equine athletes also rely on their Polyglycan and ConfidenceEQ pheromone gel. Visit https://www.bimedaus.com/ to learn more today!

    Field Care Interns 1: A Year of Growth

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 47:45


    Dr. Laurel Caldwell and Dr. Emily Wampler sit down with Jodi to discuss their internship experiences and what led them to Hagyard Equine Medical.This podcast is brought to you by our sponsor, Bimeda Inc. Promote horse health by using products trusted by veterinarians and owners since the 1960's. Bimeda is one of the largest producers of dewormers such as Equimax, Bimectin, and Exodus. World-renowned equine athletes also rely on their Polyglycan and ConfidenceEQ pheromone gel. Visit https://www.bimedaus.com/ to learn more today!

    Laura Werner DVM, MS, DACVS: Equine Surgeon, FEI Veterinary Delegate & Three-Day Eventer

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2024 35:14


    Dr. Laura Werner, a member of the Hagyard surgery team, sits down with Jodi to discuss her journey to becoming an equine surgeon, her work as an FEI veterinary delegate, and competing in three-day eventing during her free time. This podcast is brought to you by our sponsor, Bimeda Inc. Promote horse health by using products trusted by veterinarians and owners since the 1960's. Bimeda is one of the largest producers of dewormers such as Equimax, Bimectin, and Exodus. World-renowned equine athletes also rely on their Polyglycan and ConfidenceEQ pheromone gel. Visit https://www.bimedaus.com/ to learn more today!

    Fetal Sexing: A Niche in Equine Reproduction

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2024 39:48


    Dr. Richard Holder, a member of the Hagyard field care team since 1974, sits down with Jodi to discuss his career in the Kentucky Bluegrass, finding his niche in the development of fetal sexing, and his advice for the upcoming generation of equine veterinarians. This podcast is brought to you by our sponsor, Bimeda Inc. Promote horse health by using products trusted by veterinarians and owners since the 1960's. Bimeda is one of the largest producers of dewormers such as Equimax, Bimectin, and Exodus. World-renowned equine athletes also rely on their Polyglycan and ConfidenceEQ pheromone gel. Visit https://www.bimedaus.com/ to learn more today!

    Passion for the Thoroughbred Industry, Field-Care Veterinary Medicine & Mentorship

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2024 33:21


    Dr. Sydney Hughes, one of our own Hagyard field-care veterinarians, sits down with Jodi to discuss growing up with a passion for the thoroughbred industry, practicing field-care veterinary medicine, and her experience with mentorship. This podcast is brought to you by our sponsor, Bimeda Inc. Promote horse health by using products trusted by veterinarians and owners since the 1960's. Bimeda is one of the largest producers of dewormers such as Equimax, Bimectin, and Exodus. World-renowned equine athletes also rely on their Polyglycan and ConfidenceEQ pheromone gel. Visit https://www.bimedaus.com/ to learn more today!

    Infectious Disease, Neonatology & Hyperbaric Medicine in the Kentucky Bluegrass with Dr. Nathan Slovis

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2024 57:01


    Nathan Slovis, DVM, DACVIM, CHT, is no stranger to the world of equine veterinary internal medicine. Accustomed to wearing many hats at the Hagyard McGee Medicine Center, he currently serves as co-director of the center, head of our biosecurity program, and a certified hyperbaric technologist. Tune in as Jodi sits down with Dr. Slovis and discusses his path to equine veterinary medicine, his passion for infectious disease and neonatology, and the side of equine internal medicine that most don't see.This podcast is brought to you by our sponsor, Bimeda Inc. Promote horse health by using products trusted by veterinarians and owners since the 1960's. Bimeda is one of the largest producers of dewormers such as Equimax, Bimectin, and Exodus. World-renowned equine athletes also rely on their Polyglycan and ConfidenceEQ pheromone gel. Visit https://www.bimedaus.com/ to learn more today!

    Embracing the Challenge: A Veterinary Student's Perspective

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2024 43:57


    During the 2023 American Association of Equine Practitioner's Convention, our practice held a contest to feature one lucky veterinary student in an episode of our podcast. Tune in as Jodi sits down with our winner, Katie Juarez; a fourth-year veterinary student at Oregon State University. They'll discuss her journey to pursuing veterinary medicine after her teaching career, her experience at the convention, and the best advice she can give to fellow veterinary students.Interested in the podcast Katie uses to improve her studying? Visit https://freemeded.org/medical-mnemonist/ to learn more!This podcast is brought to you by our sponsor, Bimeda Inc. Promote horse health by using products trusted by veterinarians and owners since the 1960's. Bimeda is one of the largest producers of dewormers such as Equimax, Bimectin, and Exodus. World-renowned equine athletes also rely on their Polyglycan and ConfidenceEQ pheromone gel. Visit https://www.bimedaus.com/ to learn more today!

    Leadership & Legacy: Dr. Robert Hunt's Tribute to Dr. Paul Thorpe

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2023 38:14


    Known as an influential name in equine veterinary medicine, Dr. Paul Thorpe innovated his craft and became a pioneer of equine surgery. In this episode, join Jodi as she sits down with Hagyard surgeon, Dr. Robert Hunt. They'll discuss his journey to Hagyard, his time in surgery with Dr. Thorpe, and the advice he learned along the way.This podcast is brought to you by our sponsor, Bimeda Inc. Promote horse health by using products trusted by veterinarians and owners since the 1960's. Bimeda is one of the largest producers of dewormers such as Equimax, Bimectin, and Exodus. World-renowned equine athletes also rely on their Polyglycan and ConfidenceEQ pheromone gel. Visit https://www.bimedaus.com/ to learn more today!

    Building Connections in Equine Veterinary Medicine

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2023 59:18


    Have you ever wondered the tips and tricks to building connections in equine veterinary medicine? Join Jodi in this episode as she sits down with Jay McChord, a professional speaker, trainer and coach. They'll discuss communication and relationship skills, generational perspectives, and professional takeaways from the COVID pandemic - all specifically pertaining to the equine industry.This podcast is brought to you by our sponsor, Bimeda Inc. Promote horse health by using products trusted by veterinarians and owners since the 1960's. Bimeda is one of the largest producers of dewormers such as Equimax, Bimectin, and Exodus. World-renowned equine athletes also rely on their Polyglycan and ConfidenceEQ pheromone gel. Visit https://www.bimedaus.com/ to learn more today!

    Equine Surgery: Experience, Mentorship & Camaraderie with Dr. Michael Spirito

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2023 39:33


    As a member of the Hagyard surgery team that executes thousands of surgeries a year, Dr. Michael Spirito is no stranger to the realm of equine surgery. Join Jodi as she sits down with Dr. Spirito to discuss his journey to becoming an equine surgeon in Central Kentucky, mentoring veterinarians in the early stages of their careers and the camaraderie within the equine surgical community.This podcast is brought to you by our sponsor, Bimeda Inc. Promote horse health by using products trusted by veterinarians and owners since the 1960's. Bimeda is one of the largest producers of dewormers such as Equimax, Bimectin, and Exodus. World-renowned equine athletes also rely on their Polyglycan and ConfidenceEQ pheromone gel. Visit https://www.bimedaus.com/ to learn more today!

    Balancing Motherhood & Equine Veterinary Medicine

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2023 50:48


    Balancing motherhood while practicing equine veterinary medicine is a common concern faced by young practitioners when choosing their field of practice. In this episode, join Jodi as she sits down with Hagyard field care veterinarians Dr. Jacquelene Pasko, Dr. Rhonda Rathgeber and Dr. Jackie Snyder. With each of them in a different stage of motherhood, they'll discuss their positive experiences balancing their profession as equine practitioners and being the best mothers to their kids.This podcast is brought to you by our sponsor, Bimeda Inc. Promote horse health by using products trusted by veterinarians and owners since the 1960's. Bimeda is one of the largest producers of dewormers such as Equimax, Bimectin, and Exodus. World-renowned equine athletes also rely on their Polyglycan and ConfidenceEQ pheromone gel. Visit https://www.bimedaus.com/ to learn more today!

    Performance Horse Medicine: Keeping Equine Athletes Performing at their Best

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2023 46:22


    What do all equine athletes have in common? A team of professionals alongside them helping them feel their best. Join the Hagyard performance horse team, Dr. Sarah Escaro and Dr. Jessica Gould, as they sit down with Jodi to discuss their journeys to practicing veterinary medicine, what performance medicine encompasses, and their experiences managing the equine athlete.This podcast is brought to you by our sponsor, Bimeda Inc. Promote horse health by using products trusted by veterinarians and owners since the 1960's. Bimeda is one of the largest producers of dewormers such as Equimax, Bimectin, and Exodus. World-renowned equine athletes also rely on their Polyglycan and ConfidenceEQ pheromone gel. Visit https://www.bimedaus.com/ to learn more today!

    Equine Theriogenology

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 47:02


    In this episode, Jodi sits down with Dr. Karen Von Dollen to discuss equine theriogenology; the reproductive veterinary medicine specialty that maximizes efficiency in mares and stallions. They'll cover what equine theriogenology is, Dr. Von Dollen's journey to becoming a boarded theriogenologist, and what her typical workday in Central Kentucky looks like.This podcast is brought to you by our sponsor, Bimeda Inc. Promote horse health by using products trusted by veterinarians and owners since the 1960's. Bimeda is one of the largest producers of dewormers such as Equimax, Bimectin, and Exodus. World-renowned equine athletes also rely on their Polyglycan and ConfidenceEQ pheromone gel. Visit https://www.bimedaus.com/ to learn more today!

    A Tribute to Dr. Walter Zent

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2023 49:08


    Prior to his passing, members of our team had the privilege of visiting Dr. Walter Zent to discuss his achievements as an equine reproduction veterinarian. As a 1963 graduate of Cornell University's School of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Zent joined the Hagyard family as an associate in 1965 after shadowing field care veterinarian, Dr. Ed Fallon. He remained a valued member of our practice for over 50 years and was an integral part of the development of the McGee Fertility Center, as well as a mentor who shaped many equine veterinarians into the practitioners we recognize today.Dr. Zent remains a cherished member of the Hagyard family. We dedicate this podcast episode to him and the many years he spent with usThis podcast is brought to you by our sponsor, Bimeda Inc. Promote horse health by using products trusted by veterinarians and owners since the 1960's. Bimeda is one of the largest producers of dewormers such as Equimax, Bimectin, and Exodus. World-renowned equine athletes also rely on their Polyglycan and ConfidenceEQ pheromone gel. Visit https://www.bimedaus.com/ to learn more today!

    Racetrack Practice & Ireland Veterinary Education

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2023 35:05


    Join Dr. Peter Hannigan as he discusses his Ireland veterinary education experience and background, how he became a practitioner with Hagyard, and his day-to-day life in racetrack practice. This podcast is brought to you by our sponsor, Bimeda Inc. Promote horse health by using products trusted by veterinarians and owners since the 1960's. Bimeda is one of the largest producers of dewormers such as Equimax, Bimectin, and Exodus. World-renowned equine athletes also rely on their Polyglycan and ConfidenceEQ pheromone gel. Visit https://www.bimedaus.com/ to learn more today!

    Equine Ophthalmology

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2023 51:31


    In this episode, Jodi sits down with our very own board-certified equine ophthalmologist, Dr. Stephanie Bell! Tune in as Dr. Bell discusses her journey to becoming an equine ophthalmologist, how she began practicing at Hagyard, and what a day practicing equine ophthalmology is like.This podcast is brought to you by our sponsor, Bimeda Inc. Promote horse health by using products trusted by veterinarians and owners since the 1960's. Bimeda is one of the largest producers of dewormers such as Equimax, Bimectin, and Exodus. World-renowned equine athletes also rely on their Polyglycan and ConfidenceEQ pheromone gel. Visit https://www.bimedaus.com/ to learn more today!

    Equine Emergency Services

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2023 49:43


    Join our host, Jodi Lynch Findley, as she sits down with our very own Dr. Karen Wolfsdorf, a board-certified theriogenologist, and Dr. Kathy MacGillivray, a board-certified internal medicine specialist, to discuss the Hagyard emergency service. They cover their experiences as women in equine veterinary medicine, the inspiration behind the emergency service, and how the emergency service is designed to help new veterinarians succeed both personally and professionally.This podcast is brought to you by our sponsor, Bimeda Inc. Promote horse health by using products trusted by veterinarians and owners since the 1960's. Bimeda is one of the largest producers of dewormers such as Equimax, Bimectin, and Exodus. World-renowned equine athletes also rely on their Polyglycan and ConfidenceEQ pheromone gel. Visit https://www.bimedaus.com/ to learn more today!

    Equine Ambulatory Services

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2023 61:40


    In this episode, our host, Jodi Lynch Findley, sits down with our very own Dr. Rachael Thomas. Dr. Thomas covers her journey to becoming an equine practitioner, how she ended up practicing at Hagyard, and what all ambulatory medicine encompasses.This podcast is brought to you by our sponsor, Bimeda Inc.Promote horse health by using products trusted by veterinarians and owners since the 1960's. Bimeda is one of the largest producers of dewormers such as Equimax, Bimectin, and Exodus. World-renowned equine athletes also rely on their Polyglycan and ConfidenceEQ pheromone gel. Visit https://www.bimedaus.com/ to learn more today!

    Thoroughbred Sales & Public Auction

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2023 41:54


    Join our host, Jodi Lynch Findley, as she sits down with our very own Dr. Michael Hore to discuss his work in the Thoroughbred industry. They'll cover how he came to practice at Hagyard, his area of expertise, and what you can expect working in Thoroughbred sales.This podcast is brought to you by Bimeda Inc.Promote horse health by using products trusted by veterinarians and owners since the 1960's. Bimeda is one of the largest producers of dewormers such as Equimax, Bimectin, and Exodus. World-renowned equine athletes also rely on their Polyglycan and ConfidenceEQ pheromone gel. Visit https://www.bimedaus.com/ to learn more today!

    Equine Industry Perspective

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2023 69:05


    Join Hallie Hardy, executive director of Horse Country, and Annise Montplaisir, executive director and co-founder of Amplify Horse Racing, as they discuss their perspective on the equine industry.

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    Medicine & Surgery In-House Opportunities

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2022 55:58


    Dr. Nimet Browne, an equine internal medicine specialist, and Dr. Cole Sandow, an equine surgeon, sit down to discuss their paths to becoming equine veterinarians, their personal internship experiences at Hagyard, and the current in-house opportunities offered at Hagyard in medicine and surgery.

    The Hagyard Internship Program

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2022 30:03


    Tune in as Dr. Ernie Martinez, Dr. Andie Fox, Dr. Megan Cassidy and Dr. Sally Farnsworth give an overview of the internship program, as well as their own personal internship experiences at Hagyard.

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    The Hagyard Externship Program

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2022 42:55


    Welcome back to the Spirit of Hagyard! Join us for our second episode as Hagyard field care veterinarian, Dr. Caitlin Fletcher, and student opportunities program coordinator, Dani Clem, sit down to discuss everything you want to know about externships at Hagyard!

    A Personal View of Equine Veterinary Medicine Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2022 27:17


    Dr. Rhonda Rathgeber & Dr. Luke Hagyard Fallon are back for part 2! Join them as they discuss their personal experiences as equine veterinarians, our unparalleled student opportunities, and overcoming challenges in the equine veterinary industry.

    An Introduction to Hagyard Equine Medical Institute & The Spirit of Hagyard Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2022 20:50


    Welcome to part 1 of the first episode of The Spirit of Hagyard! Join us in this first episode as Dr. Luke Hagyard Fallon dives into Hagyard Equine Medical Institute's history in the equine industry. Stay tuned for part 2 where Dr. Fallon and Dr. Rhonda Rathgeber share their spirit for the practice!

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