A series of interviews with veterinarians, practice owners and veterinary thought leaders. Hosted by the Chief Veterinary Officer at VPP, Dr. Douglas G. Aspros.
Dr. Ohad Barnea has built Tenafly Veterinary Center in his own image - a practice passionately committed to getting better all the time. From an early adoption of the latest technology to a n approach to wellness visits that go far beyond updating vaccines, you can read the writing on the wall. With his partner, Dr. Kyoung Han, he's built an uncommonly excellent general practice in an area of New Jersey renowned for expensive specialty practices.
Adding to her list of accomplishments - ABVP Diplomate, credentialed in rehabilitation, president of the Missouri Veterinary Medical Association - Dr. Marcie Hammerle recently opened a new location to complement her existing practice in the western suburbs of St. Louis. She talks about Mizzou, leadership, practice in the pandemic and her decision to seek partnership with Veterinary Practice Partners.
Service to his patients and his community through a dedication to quality care through hard work and constant improvement has been the unifying force behind Dr. Hay's career. His commitment to the profession - through participation in VMG and now as a member of the VPP Medical Advisory Board - shines through, and has been the foundation for the next generation of leadership at TotalBond Veterinary Hospital.
Dr. Longo left Tennessee with her DVM degree to build her clinical career on the banks of Chesapeake Bay as the partner and medical leader of the Annapolis Cat Hospital and, later, Bay Ridge Animal Hospital. She talks about practice ownership, parenting and the her decision to take on a corporate partner.
Dr. Kristin Ingram overcame life challenges to enter Ross University and earn her DVM degree. After a clinical year at Auburn, she returned home to her family and the city she loves to take charge of the Animal Hospital of North Charleston. With a sunny disposition and in partnership with VPP, she's leading the practice into a bright future.
Dr. Liff came to NYC as an intern and stayed to build a career as an owner of multiple practices in the city through partnership with Veterinary Practice Partners (VPP). She talks about the journey and NYC in the grip of the COVID pandemic.
Dr. Mark Epstein of TotalBond Hospitals in the Charlotte area talks about the pursuit of excellence and establishing a true legacy - paying it forward - to lead a team of former associates, turned veterinary partners, into the future.
Dr. Marie Ingle talks about her ownership journey with VPP, and looks forward to the opening of her new practice in South Carolina.
We speak with social media guru Brynn Zittle, about how she brings her expertise and enthusiasm to work with VPP practices!
The companion animal patients who need care go far beyond dogs and cats (important as they are.) Who cares for the other creatures that share our lives?
Sarah's upbeat approach to puppy rearing and dog training attracts media outlets of all kinds. Her emphatic rejection of dominance-based methodologies resonates with pet parents and industry professionals alike. She talks with us and Tricia Kinne about the fallout from COVID.
Dr. Turkell had a career that took him across the globe - then he went to veterinary school in The Philippines. He eventually made his way back to the US and started a practice in Southern Florida that become Calusa Veterinary Center.
Dr. Shamla talks about home to serve her local community, raise a family and help lead a terrific veterinary team.
Doug sits down for a chat with Hillary Schilke from Pound Ridge Veterinary Center
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