The Vet Blast Podcast

Productive conflict starts with knowing yourself. On this episode of the Vet Blast Podcast, Bridget Rollins, MBA, founder of Kings Consulting, joins host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, to explain how emotional intelligence helps veterinary professionals notice when they're getting triggered and get back to a calmer, more thoughtful state of mind.In this episode, you'll hear: Why triggers feel so personal, and where they often come from A reflection exercise to help you figure out what pushes your buttons How long shifts and fatigue can shorten everyone's fuse How clearing the air one-on-one can build confidence and autonomy

This episode is sponsored by 4CYTEWhat is 4CYTE, and how is it used? Our host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, explores these questions to Mindy Cannon, MBA, director of sales, marketing, and partnerships at epiq Animal Health. Throughout their conversation the duo covers the supplement's plant-based formulation and its active ingredient, Epiitalis. Plus, Cannon also explains how the dose depends on the animal's weight and how practices can carry the supplement in the clinic or where to point clients interested in trying to product.

Host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, sits down with Cheryl Stout, DVM, a residency-trained zoo veterinarian, about her path from a childhood fascination with wildlife to a career built around conservation. Stout discusses how she found her way into zoo medicine, what keeps her motivated to educate veterinary professionals and the public through social media, and more. In this episode Career path: Stout traces her path from a childhood fascination with wildlife to internships, a residency, and a foundation in zoo medicine. The zoo med boards: A look at just how demanding the path to board certification really is. Conservation impact: Stout's "why," and the species — from African elephants to bison to kiwi — that have shaped her career. Social media outreach: Why Stout started sharing her work online, and what it's taught her about connecting with an audience - find her at safari_and_scrubs on TikTok and Instagram.  Where to find Cheryl Stout, DVM https://www.tiktok.com/@safari_and_scrubs https://www.instagram.com/safari_and_scrubs/

This episode is sponsored by The Farmer's Dog Clients are asking about fresh dog food, but there are still some misconceptions surrounding these diets out there. In this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, talked with Brandon Stapleton, DVM, head veterinarian and vice president of animal healthcare at The Farmer's Dog, live at Fetch Kansas City. Throughout the episode, they discuss what separates gently cooked fresh food from raw diets, what digestibility and “human grade” actually mean, and how fresh food may affect hydration. Stapleton also explains how individually portioned meals can take the guesswork out of weight management and how highly palatable, complete and balanced food can help senior, cancer, and postoperative patients keep eating.You can also watch this episode on dvm360.com!

Stephanie Montgomery, DVM, PhD, DACVP, chief executive officer of the AKC Canine Health Foundation, joins host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, to talk about the foundation's work to improve the health of dogs. Montgomery explains why aging is a new research priority and how the Canine Health Discovery of the Year award honors breakthroughs in the field. She also describes the foundation's support for the next generation of veterinary researchers and why breed clubs are important partners. She closes with the research she's most excited about, including canine cognitive dysfunction syndrome, copper-associated hepatopathy, and canine schistosomiasis.

New veterinarians face a steep climb in their first years out of school: building clinical judgment, finding their voice with clients, and figuring out how to shape a sustainable career. In this episode, Adam Christman, DVM, MBA sits down with Anthony Coronado, DVM, vice president of emergency services for Thrive Pet Healthcare, to talk through what actually helps new graduates find their footing, from trusting their training to knowing when to ask for help.In this episode Career foundations: Coronado discusses his path from general practice to emergency medicine to national leadership, and his advice for new grads — trust your training, lean on mentors, ask for help. Clinical judgment: Common early-career missteps, from skipping foundational workups to letting bias creep in, and why you treat the patient, not the test. Client communication: Presenting the full range of appropriate care without presuming what a client can afford. Documentation: Why accurate medical records aren't optional, and how AI and note-taking tools can ease the burden. Emotional intelligence: Managing conflict, building psychological safety, and reducing burnout on a veterinary team. Owning your career: Why growth is something you pursue, not something you wait for. About the guestCoronado began his career in general practice before moving into emergency medicine, a shift driven in part by financial pressure. From there, he progressed into leadership and partnership roles, helped develop programs at a national level, and now serves as vice president of emergency services for Thrive Pet Healthcare.

This episode is sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim. In this episode, Natalie Marks, DVM, CVJ, CCFP, Elite FFCP-V, joins host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, to talk through what clients are really worried about when it comes to vaccinations, what the safety evidence supports, and more. Plus, she also makes the case for rethinking how practices frame vaccine visits altogether—and shares the one tool she would put in every exam room.

Are you interested in becoming a dvm360 student ambassador, or know someone who is? Applications are now open for our 2026-2027 class of student ambassadors, and you can apply here today!New Jersey finally has a veterinary school, and Paul Alves is in its first class. In this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, Paul Alvez, a member Rowan University's Shreiber School of Veterinary first cohort of students, and dvm360 student ambassador, joins host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, to talk about what it's like to build a school's culture from scratch. Alves walks through Rowan's block-based curriculum and integrated exams, describes which services have opened so far at the veterinary teaching hospital, and explains why the community engagement club he leads teaches social media etiquette alongside shelter medicine and clinical skills — plus his advice to the profession: own your silly. You can also follow Alves journey through his social handle @VetMed Paul

In this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast, Adam Christman welcomes a first-time guest type to the show: a human dentist. Martin R. Mendelson, FIADFE, CPC, shares the career-ending misdiagnosis that took him out of clinical dentistry for 17 months, how that experience led him into executive coaching and leadership work, and why the challenges dental teams face, from customer service to private equity pressure to imposter syndrome, mirror what veterinary teams deal with every day.

This episode is sponsored by Dr. Marty Pets.In this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, and recorded live at Fetch Nashville, Marty Goldstein, DVM, breaks down what makes food "biologically appropriate," why heat processing and additives can do more harm than good, and how advanced glycation end products (AGEs) may be the next frontier in pet nutrition research. He also tackles common misconceptions pet parents have about home-cooked diets and explains why, when it comes to health, simplicity often wins all with our host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA. You can watch the video version of this podcast here!

Richard Gerhold, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVM (Parasitology), joins this episode of the Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360 to break down angiostrongylus vasorum, also known as the French heartworm, a second heartworm species now turning up in US wildlife and dogs, plus what it means for diagnosis, treatment, and resistance.

 On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast, host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, sits down with Robert Armentano, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), from the Veterinary Specialty Center in Bannockburn, Illinois, to get back to basics on lepto. They cover why the disease's epidemiology has shifted toward smaller dogs and urban areas, why the lepto vaccine's old reputation for reactions no longer holds up, and the biggest misconceptions still floating around the profession, including the belief that a negative snap test rules out infection and that a clinically improved dog is no longer shedding the organism.

This episode is sponsored by Novaquis Animal Health On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360,  host Adam Chrsitman, DVM, MBA, welcomes Kelly Sovey, DVM, CVA, and Karl C. Maritato, DVM, DACVS-SA to the show to dive into practical wound management, from when to close versus leave open, to tackling chronic non-healing wounds, dead space, degloving injuries, and more. Plus, they explain to listeners what exactly ScafiGen is, and how it can potentially improve outcomes and owner compliance in veterinary practices.

On this episode of the Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360,  host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA sits down with Ori Stollar, M.Sc., DVM, DACVB, to break down the top five stress behaviors every clinician and technician should be able to spot in dogs and cats — including one that's often mistaken for a calm pet.

This episode is sponsored by INDIBA | K-LaserOn this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, sits down with Ryan McKenzie, DVM, to discuss K-Laser veterinary laser therapy and the science of photobiomodulation. They cover how K-Laser's FDA-cleared devices work, real-world success stories, surprising applications like pancreatitis and feline lower urinary tract disease, and the ROI case for making laser therapy standard practice. 

This episode is sponsored by Monarch Practice Transitions On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, sits down with Chris Rocchio, DVM, to discuss one of the most overlooked aspects of selling a veterinary practice: keeping your team intact through the transition.

Eye problems can stump even seasoned GPs, but they don't have to. On this episode of Vet Blast Podcast, host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, sits down with veterinary ophthalmologist Kenneth Pierce, DVM, MS, DACVO, for a crash course in everyday ophthalmology. How do you tell cataracts from nuclear sclerosis in seconds? What's the smartest way to triage a corneal ulcer? And which red flags mean "emergency" the moment they walk through the door? Pierce breaks it all down with practical, step-by-step guidance you can use in clinic tomorrow.

This episode is sponsored by KLC Financial. What if you didn't have to wait until you had the cash to upgrade your practice? In this episode of Vet Blast presented by dvm360, and recorded live at Fetch Nashville, guest host Caitlin McCafferty, content producer for dvm360, and Erin Wondra, sales representative for KLC Financial, diving into the world of veterinary equipment financing and leasing, and why more practices than you might think are using it as a smart, strategic tool. From busting common myths to breaking down how to prioritize investments one step at a time, this conversation is packed with practical insights for any practice owner looking to modernize, expand services, and set their clinic up for long-term success.

In this episode of the Vet Blast Podcast, Dr. Adam Christman sits down with Tabitha Kucera, RVT, VTS (Behavior), CCBC, KPA-CTP, FFCP  to talk all things feline enrichment. Kucera shares practical, low-cost strategies for letting cats express their natural instincts at home, from scent enrichment using silver vine and catnip to puzzle feeders that tap into a cat's innate hunt-seek-forage behavior. She emphasizes the importance of tailoring enrichment to the individual cat — including those managing obesity or chronic pain, and reminds caregivers that enrichment doesn't have to be time-consuming or expensive. 

This episode is sponsored by PerioViveOn this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, and recorded live at Fetch Nashville, Adam Christman, DVM, MBA sat down with Elizabeth Wright Smith, DVM, MS, chief veterinary officer at Periovive, to talk about the company's hyaluronic acid–based dental gel and what's next in its product lineup. Together, the pair digs into how the gel supports periodontal healing and helps manage chronic oral conditions in dogs and cats, while also exploring why it's a smart addition for veterinary practices looking to combine strong clinical results with real profitability.

In this special Pride Month episode of the Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, our host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, sits down with Tripp Oliphant, DVM, for an honest, vulnerable conversation about growing up LGBTQIA+ in the veterinary profession. Together they explore what it was like coming of age with little representation, the pressure to channel identity into achievement and perfectionism, and the realities of coming out, not just once, but again and again throughout a career and a life.

On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA,  welcomes Debra Hamilton, JD, to the show to discuss the importance of communication in veterinary medicine. Throughout the episode, Hamilton emphasizes the need for veterinarians to build relationships with clients by asking curious questions and being transparent. 

On this week's episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, welcomes Josh Sanabria, DVM, back to show to discuss what it was like for Sanabria to sell his practice.  Throughout the episode, the duo talks about the emotional and practice challenges of practice ownership, the need for a balanced life, and what it will feel like when his name is removed from the practice doors. 

This episode is sponsored by NovaQuis Health.During this live recording from Fetch Nashville of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, our host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, teamed up with colleagues to break down the latest in wound care. Joined by Justin Ganjei, DVM, DACVS-SA, and Kelly Sovey DVM, CVA, the trio highlighted how critical vascular preservation and tracking the precise stages of healing are to a patient's recovery.

On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, our host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, and his 3 guests Leilani Alvarez, DVM, DACVSMR, CVA, CCRT, Kara Amstutz, DVM, DACVSMR (Canine), CVA, CVPP, CCRT, and Jennifer A Repac, DVM, DACVSMR  discuss the importance of exercise therapy for dogs, emphasizing that it should be considered a therapeutic intervention from the start. 

This episode is sponsored by Zoetis. Canine osteoarthritis is far more common, and far more underdiagnosed, than most veterinary professionals realize. In a recent episode of the Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, sat down with Mikayla Mayland, DVM, DACVS, to discuss the latest thinking on osteoarthritis in dogs and why early recognition matters more than ever.Throughout the episode, the duo challenges everything veterinary professionals thought they knew about canine osteoarthritis, from which dogs are actually at risk to what the real first step of OA management is.

In this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, and Colleen Ellis, CT, CPLP, unpack how veterinary teams can reframe euthanasia as an honor, not a failure, through better hospice and palliative conversations, thoughtful memorial options, and intentional clinic protocols. Learn practical, clinician-focused ways to support grieving pet parents while also protecting your team's emotional well-being.

You can register for Fetch Encore here today! On this week's episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360,  host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, and Emmanuel Fontaine DVM, MSc, PhD, DECAR, discuss the importance of microbiome development in neonatal puppies and kittens. Throughout the episode, the duo unpacks how puppies and kittens inherit their mother's microbiome, why C-sections and weaning can disrupt that process,  how colostrum, nutrition, and smart hygiene can set the stage for lifelong health, and more. 

This podcast sponsored by Virbac. In honor of Mobility Awareness Month this May, dvm360 is shining a spotlight on the movement health of veterinary patients. Joining host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, is Kara Amstutz, DVM, DACVSMR (Canine), CVA, CVPP, CCRT, to discuss how proactive mobility care profoundly impacts the quality and duration of life for aging pets.Together, they explore the necessity of a comprehensive, multimodal approach, integrating pain management, targeted nutrition, and physical exercise, while highlighting the essential role joint supplements play in long-term support.

Learn more and register for Fetch Encore: Nutrition Virtual Symposium here today.On this week's episode,  host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, welcomes Robert Ward, BVM&S, MSc, MRCVS, DACVD,  to talk all things nutrition dermatoses. Throughout the episode, Ward and Christman unpack how nutrition quietly drives many skin and coat problems in pets. From zinc-responsive dermatoses to vitamin, fatty acid, copper, and protein-related conditions, they explore when to suspect a nutritional link, how modern diets have changed the landscape, and why veterinary professionals can't separate dermatology from what's in the bowl.

Nominate your veterinary hero here today!Cats are finally getting the low-stress veterinary care they deserve. In this episode of the Vet Blast Podcast, host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, sits down with Kathryn Primm, DVM, FCCP (Elite), one of the earliest Fear Free Certified professionals, to explore how feline care has transformed over the last decade.Throughout the conversation, they emphasize how fear free and low-stress handling not only improve outcomes for cats, but also enhance the experience for clients and veterinary teams. 

Nominate your veterinary hero here today!Happy Client Service Representative Week! On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, sits down with Jill Clark DVM, chief visionary officer at IGNITE and cofounder of The North American Association of Veterinary Receptionists, to explore how CSRs are evolving from “just receptionists” into revenue generators, client loyalty architects, and true patient advocates. Stay tuned at the end of the episode for a special offer from Clark and the team at IGNITE!

This episode is sponsored by Nationwide. The episode is a Vet Blast podcast with host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, and Emily M. Tincher, DVM, dives into the spectrum of care and the vital role of client service representatives in helping pet families navigate financial, logistical, and emotional trade-offs in treatment options while emphasizing non-judgmental communication, pet insurance, and creative, accessible care plans.You can also watch the video version of this podcast now on dvm360.com. 

Nominate your veterinary hero here today! On this episode, Connor Barich DVM, MPH, shares his journey to becoming a veterinarian, including his educational path, transitioning to relief veterinarian work, and his upcoming venture into practice ownership with host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA.

This episode is sponsored by Elanco Animal HealthAdam Christman, DVM, MBA, sits down with Lindsay Starkey, DVM, PhD, DACVM (Parasitology), on this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast, presented by dvm360 to unpack the biggest myths about parasites in dogs and cats, including why year-round prevention is non-negotiable. Throughout the episode, the duo dives into why “indoor-only” and “seasonal” thinking puts pets and families at risk, and how tapeworms and other under-the-radar parasites can signal broader health and zoonotic concerns.

Nominate your veterinary hero here today!On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, our host Adam Christman, MBA, DVM, and welcomes Aaron Shaw, OTR/L, CHT, CSCS, to the show to chat about the physical and mental challenges veterinary professionals face in the industry, plus the need for systemic changes to address burnout and injuries in veterinary clinics.  

In this episode of The Resilient Vet: Mind and Body Strategies for Success, the focus shifts from motivation to what actually sustains healthy habits. Hosts Aaron Shaw, OTR/L, CHT, CSCS, and Jennifer Edwards, DVM, ACC, CPC, ELI-MP discuss why relying on motivation often falls short, and how small, consistent changes, supportive environments, and realistic expectations can help veterinary professionals build lasting physical and emotional resilience.

In this episode, proudly supported by Royal Canin, host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, sits down with Lacey Lee, DVM, to deconstruct the complexities of feline diabetes—from identifying high-risk demographics to implementing modern management strategies.Throughout the episode, Lee shares that obesity is a critical challenge in feline health, as it can increase a cat's risk of developing diabetes, why prevention begins when the patient is a kitten, and how prioritizing high nutritional standards and an active lifestyle early on, owners can build a strong foundation for long-term health.You can also watch this episode as a video on dvm360.com!

This episode is sponsored by Dechra. On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, DACVD, Emily Estrada, RVT, and Nastaia Kanaci Chica, RVT, take a deep dive into how technician‑driven diagnostics, smart flea control, and compliance‑friendly ear and skin therapies can turn even the most frustrating dermatology cases into long‑term success stories.

Nominate your veterinary hero here today! Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, and Christopher Pachel, DVM, DACVB, CABC (IAABC), discuss the strategic use of food as a primary reinforcer in canine training, emphasizing its effectiveness due to its high value and ease of delivery. They define positive reinforcement as the process of increasing a desired behavior by adding a rewarding stimulus. Pachel highlights the critical role of timing, noting that rewards should be delivered immediately to be most effective. He also explores non-food reinforcers, such as engaging activities or favorite objects, and the use of secondary reinforcers like clickers or verbal cues to bridge the gap between a behavior and its reward.

This episode is sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim In this episode of the Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, sat down with Whit Church, DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology) to walk through the full life cycle of myxomatous mitral valve disease in dogs, using the real case of Vinnie, a Chihuahua, as a guide.They explore how this common small-breed heart disease begins, how to catch it early, what truly helps slow progression, and how to navigate the difficult but compassionate end-of-life decisions with pet owners

This episode of The Resilient Vet: Mind and Body Strategies for Success focuses on a familiar challenge in veterinary medicine: maintaining proper nutrition during long, unpredictable workdays. As clinic schedules fill and breaks become limited, meals are often replaced with quick, convenient options.Cohosts Jennifer Edwards, DVM, ACC, CPC, ELI-MP, and Aaron Shaw, OTR/L, CHT, CSCS, discuss how those daily choices can affect more than energy levels, including cognitive function, client communication, and team interactions. The episode also outlines practical approaches to help veterinary professionals build more consistent eating habits in a busy clinical setting

On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, Michael Natale, LVT, joins our host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, to share more about his career, his home-based veterinary care business, and why it is important for veterinary professionals to meet their clients where they are. 

On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented, host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, welcomes Gianluca Bini, DVM, MRCVS, DACVAA, to chat about his company Safe Pet Anesthesia and how it is helping veterinary clinics by offering teleconsulting services.

Veterinary medicine can take a toll on the body and mind, especially during long, physically demanding clinic days. In this episode of The Resilient Vet: Mind and Body Strategies for Success, hosts Aaron Shaw, OTR/L, CHT, CSCS, and Jennifer Edwards, DVM, ACC, CPC, ELI-MP, outline the 5 levers of durability—5 practical upgrades veterinary professionals can begin incorporating into their daily routines for longer, more sustainable veterinary careers. Drawing on Shaw's concept of “Vetspan,” the conversation covers protecting the spine during long hours on the floor, fueling the body to avoid midshift energy crashes, and resetting the nervous system between appointments.

On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, welcomes repeat guest Renee Schmid, DVM, DABT, DABVT, back to the show to talk about misconceptions surrounding veterinary toxicology, including when to induce vomiting, using activated charcoal, when it is necessary to hospitalize a patient, and more. 

Register for tonight's webinar, Say yes to Dentistry, here!Jan Bellows, DVM, DAVDC, DABVP, FAVD, and host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, discusses the importance of comprehensive oral prevention assessments (COPAT) over traditional dental cleanings. Throughout the episode, the duo will discuss why COPAT is better than COHAT, the importantace of full-mouth radiographs, and more. All of dvm360's dental content for the month of February is sponsored by C.E.T.

In this episode of The Resilient Vet Podcast: Mind and Body Strategies for Success, hosts Aaron Shaw, OTR/L, CHT, CSCS, and Jennifer Edwards, DVM, ACC, CPC, ELI-MP, discuss the impact of catabolic energy on veterinary teams. Edwards explains that the exhaustion many veterinary professionals feel is often tied less to their workload and more to the breaking-down, draining nature of catabolic energy. Although useful for short-term survival, this state becomes a primary driver of burnout when it becomes a long-term default.

On this week's episode, Shadi Ireifej, DVM, DACVS-SA, and our host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, have a conversation about the evolution and impact telementorship and teletriage has on veterinary medicine,  the integration of artifical intelligence in the veterinary industry, and the industry shifting to accept telehealth after the COVID-19 pandemic. 

All dvm360's cardiology content for the month of February is sponsored by C.E.T. The content of this episode is in no way influenced by the sponsorship.On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, welcomed Jonathan Goodwin, DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology), to the show to talk about the most common questions veterinary cardiologists are getting from primary care veterinary professionals, the answers behind them, and even a bonus 6th question. 

In this episode of The Resilient Vet: Mind and Body Strategies for Success, hosts Aaron Shaw, OTR/L, CHT, CSCS, and Jennifer Edwards, DVM, ACC, CPC, ELI-MP, discuss how physical and emotional preparation before shifts can help veterinary professionals become more resilient in their careers. They explain that resilience is not a "switch" one flips, nor a product that can be bought. Rather, it is a skill set developed through intentional physical and emotional warm-ups before a shift even begins.They also explore the concept of the “veterinary athlete”: The idea that surviving the physical and emotional demands of a long shift requires the same kind of intentional warm-up and training an athlete brings to game day. To help veterinary professionals build this resilience, Shaw and Edwards share tips and exercises that veterinary professionals can use to strengthen their mental and physical resilience in their roles.