Podcasts about Ontario Veterinary College

Featured in this episode: Dr. Scott Weese is a veterinary internal medicine specialist, chief of infection control and director of the Centre for Public Health and Zoonoses at the University of Guelph's Ontario Veterinary College. Weese is a member of the Global Leaders Group on antimicrobial resistance and has helped craft antimicrobial use guidelines for veterinarians in Canada. Further reading: The global threat of antibiotic resistanceAt the UN, world leaders are negotiating the biggest health issue you've never heard ofThree million child deaths linked to drug resistance, study showsDo I need that antibiotic?Veterinary medicine is key to overcoming antimicrobial resistanceThe link between pets, people and antimicrobial resistanceCanada introduces new guidelines to tackle antimicrobial resistance Solve for X is brought to you by MaRS, North America's largest urban innovation hub and a registered charity. MaRS supports startups and accelerates the adoption of high-impact solutions to some of the world's biggest challenges. For more information, visit marsdd.com.

Send us a textIn this episode of the VCA Voice Podcast, Dr. Kerl welcomes Dr. Virginia Frauenthal and Dr. Scott Weese to discuss their journeys in veterinary medicine and their study of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). In this fascinating conversation, they focus on the recent emergence of HPAI in cats. They explore the characteristics of HPAI, its transmission, and the implications for pet health and public safety. Their conversation also delves into the broader context of influenza viruses, the challenges of diagnosing emerging diseases, and the importance of collaboration with public health authorities. They discuss the One Health concept, emphasizing the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health. Additionally, they highlight the importance of communication with pet owners regarding risks and preventative measures, as well as the challenges surrounding vaccination for pets.Dr. Frauenthal leads the team of doctors at VCA Care Specialty and Emergency Animal Hospital and is board-certified in the specialty of Emergency and Critical Care. She was raised in San Clemente, CA. Virginia received her undergraduate degree in Vocal Performance from UC Davis in 2005. She received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Purdue University in 2009. Dr. Frauenthal then continued her education with a rotating internship at the Veterinary Emergency Clinic and Referral Centre, the largest private practice in Canada located in downtown Toronto. She then gained experience as an emergency veterinarian at VCA West Coast before completing a 3-year residency program in emergency and critical care and becoming a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care in 2016. Dr. Frauenthal's professional interests include toxicology, traumatology, electrolyte and acid/base disorders, management of patients with Multiple Organ Dysfunction Syndrome and Sepsis/Septic Shock. In 2017, she published the only article detailing the recognition and treatment of serious injuries secondary to coyote attack in dogs. Dr. Frauenthal's other professional love in life is her music. She is an accomplished opera singer andenjoys performing whenever her schedule permits. In addition to singing, she fills her spare time with tending her 137 exotic houseplants, 1 acre garden, travel and cooking with her husband Sam and 3 year old son Theo. Her life is enhanced with the antics of her rescue pets Charlette (dog), Basil (cat) and Mushu (cat).Dr. Weese is a veterinary internist and Professor at the Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph, Director of the University of Guelph Centre for Public Health and Zoonoses, Chief of Infection Control at the Ontario Veterinary College Health Sciences Centre. He runs the infectious disease website WormsAndGermsBlog. Visit our website: vcavoice.comAll episodes produced by dādy creative

Most people don't even want to think about the prospect of another pandemic. But experts are warning that it's important to track and contain H5N1, more commonly known as bird flu, which has been detected in Ontario. Recently, it's forced poultry farms into quarantine and turned up in Canada geese. Last November, it caused the hospitalization of a British Columbia teen. So, what do we know about avian influenza - and how concerned should we be? Joining us now on that, in Guelph, Ontario: Dr. Shayan Sharif, professor of immunology at the Ontario Veterinary College; And here in our studio: Dr. Samira Mubareka, infectious-diseases physician, medical microbiologist, and scientist at the Sunnybrook Research Institute. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textMeet today's guest, Dr. Shari van de Pol - a pioneering force in veterinary medicine and agricultural technology. After earning her veterinary degree from Ontario Veterinary College in 2014, she combined her unique background in computer engineering with her veterinary expertise to revolutionize dairy farm management.As founder and CEO of CATTLEytics, she's developed software that helps dairy farmers proactively manage herd health and improve sustainability. Her innovative approach has earned her international recognition, including being named a finalist for the UN's WE Empower Sustainable Development Goals program and receiving the Women in Communications and Technology's Leadership Excellence Award for Entrepreneur of the Year.Today, she'll share her fascinating journey from data mining to veterinary medicine, and how she's using both skillsets to transform the future of dairy farming.Resources:Episode on YouTubeCattleytics 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Shari Van de Pol01:01 Early Life and Influences07:40 Pursuing Engineering and Fine Arts11:12 First Job and Data Mining19:01 Transition to Veterinary Medicine26:07 Navigating Big Career Moves27:16 Realigning with Your Interests28:31 Calculated Risks and Career Transitions30:36 Finding Your Unique Path in Veterinary Medicine31:58 Building a Veterinary Consulting Business35:05 Innovating with Data and Software42:34 The Role of AI in Dairy Farming44:53 Recognition and Awards47:22 The Importance of Veterinarians in the Dairy Industry53:00 GratitudeSupport the showMore Vet Life Reimagined?

Sophie Tieu is a third year veterinary student at the Ontario Veterinary College. She has been interested in veterinary medicine since she was youngShe did her undergraduate studies at the University of Guelph, majoring in Animal Biology. Before entering veterinary college, she participated in research projects involving canine nutrition, Vitamin D metabolism, and swine physiology. This work has yielded four publications.Since becoming a veterinary student, Sophie has worked as a Research Animal Technician on the Veterinary campus.Please enjoy this conversation with Sophie Tieu as we discuss her education, preparation for her veterinary education, her life as a student during the pandemic, and her activities volunteering in veterinary clinics in the Galapagos and a wildlife sanctuary in Peru during the summer of 2024.

So you may have heard us talk about animal work in this podcast - specifically working with mice. But we wanted to dive a little deeper into what that looks like - specifically from the ethics/regulations side of things. In this episode we talk to Dr. Michael Brunt, who is a postdoctoral fellow who is interested in looking at the welfare of laboratory animals. With Dr. Brunt we touch on what regulations exist for working with animals, why we need animal work, and more! Including how we can improve welfare for laboratory animals in the future. -- Papers/resources mentioned in podcast: 1. Brunt, M. W., Kreiberg, H., & von Keyserlingk, M. A. (2022). Invertebrate research without ethical or regulatory oversight reduces public confidence and trust. Humanities and Social Sciences Communications, 9(1), 1-9. ⁠https://doi.org/10.1057/s41599-022-01272-8⁠ 2. Garner, J. P., Gaskill, B. N., Weber, E. M., Ahloy-Dallaire, J., & Pritchett-Corning, K. R. (2017). Introducing Therioepistemology: the study of how knowledge is gained from animal research. Lab animal, 46(4), 103-113. ⁠https://doi.org/10.1038/laban.1224⁠ 3. Canine Oncology Clinical Trials, Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph. ⁠https://ovcclinicaltrials.uoguelph.ca/canine-oncology-clinical-trials/⁠-- Interested in learning more about immunotherapy? Check out our other episodes and give us a follow on instagram @wthisimmunotherapy and twitter @WTHisImmunoT! And check out our website ⁠wthisimmunotherapy.com⁠. Or feel free to reach out to us at ⁠wthisimmunotherapy@gmail.com⁠ if you have any questions or any ideas for episodes! -- Creators & Producers: Gillian Savage, Grace Bernard, and Dr. Pauline Loos  Podcast Logo is designed by Mia Portelance  Music is by Lara Antebi (⁠https://laraantebi.bandcamp.com/⁠)

The Art and Science of Cat CarriersIn this episode, Sarah gets to know Dr. Mansum Yau. Mansum is a small animal veterinarian who likes to blend her love of animals, jokes, writing and cartoons. Her main gig is locum small animal veterinarian in Vancouver. Mansum is passionate about educating pet parents about things that people in veterinary medicine take for granted, but she also has a wonderful way of looking at the world through a cat's eyes. She is the author/illustrator of The Ins and Outs of Cat Carriers: A Veterinarian's Guide, featuring tips and tricks on cat carriers, cat cartoons, jokes, puns, funny poems, and more! She lets us know that stuffing a cat in a cat carrier for vet visits and then scruffing them and dragging them out may not the be best plan for you or your cat. Who knew?Mansum loves drawing cartoons, writing humour, performing stand-up comedy, and public speaking. Born in Hong Kong, Mansum grew up in Syria and Lebanon and graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in 2010. Fun fact, Sarah was one of her professors in vet school! According to Mansum Sarah was not memorable at all! Enjoy this chat with Mansum!Links: websitehttps://www.drmansum.comInstagram https://www.instagram.com/drmansum/Bookhttps://www.amazon.ca/dp/1738383709/https://www.drmansum.com/catcarrierbookTikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/@drmansumThanks for listening to Comedicine! Send is a text to let us know what you think!Instagram @comedicine_comedyComedicine FacebookYour host, Dr Sarah BostonDr Sarah Boston is a veterinary surgical oncologist (cancer surgeon for dogs and cats), cancer survivor (ironic, right?), bestselling author, actor and stand up comedian. She is a 2023 graduate of the Humber College Comedy Performance and Writing Program. She is the 2023 recipient of the Tim Sims Encouragement Fund Award, which recognizes and supports promising comedic performers in the early stages of their career She is also the recipient of the Award for Academic Excellence from Humber College because she is a nerd in all aspects of her life. Instagram @drsarahboston www.Drsarahboston.com Representation Book Musical Genius Mark Edwards

Human cases of rabies are not common in Canada, but experts say people still need to be cautious and avoid infection. Dr. Isaac Bogoch, an infectious diseases specialist at Toronto General Hospital and Dr. Scott Weese, a professor and veterinary internal medicine specialist at the Ontario Veterinary College, explain everything you need to know about rabies from the human, and the animal side.For transcripts of The Dose, please visit: lnk.to/dose-transcripts. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday. For more episodes of this podcast, click this link.

Brigitte Brisson, DMV, DVSc, DACVS from the Ontario Veterinary College at the University of Guelph joined us on OsteoBites to introduce Magnetic Resonance guided High Intensity Focused Ultrasound as a treatment modality for osteosarcoma and describe preliminary results in canine patients.High Intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) is a non-invasive percutaneous thermal ablation technique that allows deep tissue treatment with precise control over the shape and location of energy deposition. It causes minimal collateral damage and can be used to treat primary and metastatic tumours. In addition to its role in tumour ablation, HIFU has attracted attention for its potential to stimulate the immune system and possibly mount a response against metastasis. In humans, HIFU has been used for ablation of a variety of soft tissue tumours and most recently, it has been used in bone applications, specifically for the treatment of osteoid osteoma (OO) lesions in pediatric patients. Other reported bone applications include bone metastasis and osteosarcoma.Dr. Brigitte Brisson is a professor of soft tissue surgery in the Department of Clinical Studies at the Ontario Veterinary College (OVC). She graduated from the Faculté de Médecine Vétérinaire at the University of Montreal in 1996. She performed a small animal rotating internship at the OVC followed by a Surgery residency with concurrent Doctor of Veterinary Science (DVSc) in small animal surgery. She became board certified in small animal surgery (ACVS) in 2001 and has since been on faculty at the Ontario Veterinary College. She is an ACVS Founding Fellow in Minimally Invasive Surgery and a Founding Member of Veterinary Neurosurgical Society.

Dr. Barr Hadar is Kumba's Co-founder and Chief Veterinary Officer, a scheduling and routing tool for mobile vets. He has previously had an independent house call practice out of his car in Hawaii, focusing on end of life in care and general practice. Dr. Barr is currently actively engaged in the intersection of technology and veterinary medicine. He is an epidemiology PhD candidate at the Ontario Veterinary College and part of a unique research lab focusing on health informatics, digital health, and emerging technologies in animal healthcare.  Eyal Zukovsky is the co-founder & Chief Executive Officer at Kumba. Eyal lives in Israel with his wife, their two kids, and another on the way. He is also a proud dad to Bella, a half Border Collie and Belgian Shepherd. With several years of experience in the Israeli high-tech ecosystem, he has worked in various roles across different companies. When COVID-19 started, Eyal founded Kumba, a scheduling and routing tool for mobile vets. Topics covered in this episode: The story behind Kumba Challenges and solutions for mobile vets Global & cultural perspectives on house call practices Personal experiences during the war  Links & Resources: Learn more about Kumba Find Kumba on Facebook Find Kumba on Instagram Find The Power of When, by Michael Breus, PhD to discover your chronotype The House Call Vet Academy Resources: Download Dr. Eve's FREE House Call & Mobile Vet Biz Plan! Find out about The House Call Vet Academy online CE course  Learn more about Dr. Eve Harrison  Learn more about 1-to-1 coaching for current & prospective house call & mobile vets. Get House Call Vet swag! Find out about the next House Call & Mobile Vet Virtual Conference Music: In loving memory of Dr. Steve Weinberg. Intro and outro guitar music was written, performed, and recorded by house call veterinarian Dr. Steve Weinberg. Thank you to our sponsors! Chronos O3 Vets Rekindling w/ Julie Squires This podcast is also available in video on our House Call Vet Cafe YouTube channel

Jill Clark, DVM, spent 17 years as an Assistant Director on feature films, commercials, and documentaries before changing direction and becoming a veterinarian in 1996.  She practiced in a multi-doctor group of small animal practices known for creating an exceptional client experience as an associate and then as Medical Director before joining a group of entrepreneurial veterinarians who grew their hospital group from 8 to 80 hospitals.  She was vice president of Operations for this group before joining VCA, managing 22 general and specialty practices with a continued focus on client experience as a competitive advantage.  In 2009, she joined VCA's Executive Team and was responsible for VCA's doctor recruiting team as well as creating VCA's corporate university, WOOF-U, which served over 24,000 veterinary team members.  In 2016, Clark founded IGNITE Veterinary Solutions, a modern learning company focused on bringing high-end learning experiences to all veterinary teams across the globe.  She has a special passion for Client Service teams and elevating their role to its fullest in our profession. She is one of the founders and President of the newly formed, North American Association of Veterinary Receptionists. Sarah Machell, DVM,  is a graduate of the Ontario Veterinary College and previously owned and operated a Small Animal Practice outside of Toronto, Canada for 18 years.  Since transitioning her practice in 2018 she has worked in a variety of industry spaces, with a special interest in technology and virtual care. Machell is passionate about maximizing the capacity of veterinary practices to engage with and effectively leverage technologies to improve practice efficiencies, patient outcomes and professional satisfaction.  One of Sarah's current roles is the Medical Director for PetPath, a digital tool that provides a critical bridge between inpatient and outpatient care. Alex Ehrich, co-founder of PetPath and Liberty University graduate, is passionate about transforming lives and bringing innovative ideas to life.  Ehrich has spent the past four years in the tech space, bringing products to market that enhance organizational effectiveness and improve user experiences.  In 2022, Ehrich teamed up with a veterinary neurologist and several business partners to launch PetPath. This digital care companion guides pet owners through their pet's most stressful moments, while freeing up veterinary care teams to focus on their core passion: providing exceptional animal care.

Sarah Bernardi began her career in veterinary social work as just one of two in all of Canada. When you let that sink in, the ideas this trailblazer talks about seem to resonate that much more. Tracey gets the down-low from Sarah on what it's like to work as a vet social worker, how there can be big issues with boundaries and how for a long time veterinary medicine was almost singularly focused on the animals and not the human component. There are challenges to work through, but Sarah talks about learning the different dynamics at play and how important it is to preserve the human-animal bond. They share a laugh when Sarah remembers what her expectations were like at the beginning of her path, and then she shares her excitement for the future ahead for her field. Sarah Bernardi can be reached via the Ontario Veterinary College's Pet Trust website here.

Hello there,Exploring the complex connection between veterinary science and pet nutrition is crucial for enhancing health and wellness within the pet food sector. In this episode of The Pet Food Podcast Show, Dr. Jackie Parr offers insights into the significant relationship between veterinary practices and pet nutrition, highlighting dietary management's importance in addressing health issues and diseases in pets. Discover the significance of critical care nutrition and its effects on pet recovery. Listen to this informative discussion on all major streaming platforms for valuable knowledge."Nutritional interventions can significantly influence the outcome of critical care cases."Meet the guest: Dr. Jackie Parr is a Board-Certified Veterinary Nutritionist and Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Georgia specializing in small animal nutrition. With a DVM from Ontario Veterinary College and a rich private practice, industry, and academia background, she has earned notable awards for her contributions. As "The Kibble Queen," Dr. Parr advocates for evidence-based animal nutrition through her role and on social media. Her mission extends to educating veterinarians and pet owners on optimal nutritional practices for cats and dogs.What you will learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:23) Introduction (07:42) Specialization in Clinical Nutrition(08:32) Focus on Critical Care Nutrition(13:36) Essential Fatty Acids in Diets(21:42) Fatty Liver & Kidney Disease(33:58) Nutritional Management of Diseases(41:13) The final questionsThe Pet Food Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Kemin* Trouw Nutrition- ADM- Innovafeed- ICC- ProAmpacAre you ready to unleash the podcasting potential of your company? wisenetix.co/custom-podcast

Whitehorse Star ceasing publication after 124 years (1:15) Guest: Jim Butler, editor, Whitehorse Star   What you need to know about avian flu outbreaks in U.S. dairy cows (15:14) Guest: Scott Weese, Professor, Ontario Veterinary College, Director, Centre for Public Health and Zoonoses, University of Guelph A Little More True Crime: The unsolved 1991 disappearance of 4-year old Victoria boy Michael Dunahee (30:47) Guest: Valerie Green, author, Vanished: The Michael Dunahee Story RBC terminates CFO after investigation into relationship with VP (1:02:53) Guest: Daniel Lublin, employment lawyer and partner with Whitten & Lublin Why do so many C-Suite executives risk their careers over relationships with employees? (1:17:13) Guest: Janet Candido, founder and principal, Candido Consulting Group

Sara Dimerman in conversation with Lesley Rosenthal about saying goodbye to a beloved pet. Over the course of this episode you will learn more about: How saying goodbye to a beloved pet is different to or the same as saying goodbye to a beloved human family member or friend What to keep in mind when making the decision to euthanize Whether to include children in the decision to euthanize your pet Knowing when the time is "right" to say goodbye Some options when euthanizing one's pet Whether or not children should be present for the euthanasia Some options in regards to burial or cremation of one's pet, for example What's "normal" in regards to your feelings in the days, weeks and months following the passing of your pet Some ways of memorializing or honouring one's pet If there are other pets at home, what changes might you see in them following the loss of their companion Resources: University of Guelph's Ontario Veterinary College guide for coping with the loss of a pet Midtown Mobile Veterinary Hospice Services

Dr. Katie Clow and Valentina Gonzalez Rodriguez from the Ontario Veterinary College join OAHN to discuss their surveillance project describing the spatial and temporal patterns of Culicoides spp in select areas of Ontario.  What are Culicoides spp? Katie and Valentina explain what these insects are and describe the diversity of Culicoides spp. found and their significance to livestock in Ontario. This was a joint project between the OAHN bovine, equine and small ruminant networks and included farms of all 3 types. You can also check out the accompanying project summary at OAHN Network Project: Identification of Culicoides species found in selected areas of Ontario from June - September 2022 - Ontario Animal Health Network

Investigating the link between nutrition and health within the pet food sector is crucial for improving pets' well-being. Dr. Jason Coe highlights the importance of communication in pet care and veterinary practice in this episode. Explore how proficient communication in pet care can revolutionize the pet food industry."Veterinary communications profoundly impact pet care outcomes and the human-animal bond."What you'll learn:(00:00) Highlight(01:21) Introduction(10:46) Early research in veterinary communication(23:37) Survey findings on pet obesity perceptions(32:17) Communicating animal quality of life(35:43) Bridging research and practical application(39:01) Communicating feeding guidelines to pet owners(48:36) The final questionsMeet the guest: Meet Dr. Jason Coe, Professor at Ontario Veterinary College and recipient of the 2021 Bustad Companion Animal Veterinarian of the Year Award. With a Ph.D. in veterinary communications, Dr. Coe specializes in the human-animal bond and veterinary education. He's renowned for his work in clinical communication and relationship-centered veterinary medicine, contributing significantly to advancing veterinary care outcomes.The Pet Food Science Podcast Show is trusted and supported by innovative companies like:* Trouw Nutrition* Kemin- ICC- ADM- Innovafeed- ProAmpac- Wilbur-Ellis NutritionAre you ready to unleash the podcasting potential of your company? wisenetix.co/custom-podcast

Dr. Jason Coe joins Dr. Andy Roark on the podcast to discuss effective veterinarian-client communication, specifically addressing sensitive topics like pet obesity. He highlights the importance of understanding the client's viewpoint, avoiding rushed recommendations, and advocating for a collaborative approach. Dr. Coe recommends resources such as the AAHA nutrition guidelines, communication skill books, and training programs for further learning in veterinary communication. This episode is made possible by Purina Institute! LINKS: Purina Institute CentreSquare: https://www.purinainstitute.com/centresquare REFERENCES: 1. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10339898/pdf/animals-13-02150.pdf MacMartin C, Wheat H, Coe JB. Conversation Analysis of Clients' Active Resistance to Veterinarians' Proposals for Long-Term Dietary Change in Companion Animal Practice in Ontario, Canada. Animals. 2023; 13(13):2150. https://doi.org/10.3390/ani13132150 2.https://bvajournals.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/epdf/10.1002/vetr.1979 Sutherland, KA, Coe, JB, O'Sullivan, TL. Assessing owners' readiness to change their behaviour to address their companion animal's obesity. Vet Rec. 2022;e1979. https://doi.org/10.1002/vetr.1979 3.https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/260/9/javma.22.01.0043.xml Sutherland KA, Coe JB, Janke N, O'Sullivan TL, Parr JM. Veterinary professionals' weight-related communication when discussing an overweight or obese pet with a client. J Am Vet Med Assoc. 2022 Apr 15;260(9):1076-1085. doi: 10.2460/javma.22.01.0043. PMID: 35429375. 4. https://www.aaha.org/globalassets/02-guidelines/2021-nutrition-and-weight-management/resourcepdfs/new-2021-aaha-nutrition-and-weight-management-guidelines-with-ref.pdf Cline MG, Burns KM, Coe JB, Downing R, Durzi T, Murphy M, Parker V. 2021 AAHA Nutrition and Weight Management Guidelines for Dogs and Cats. J Am Anim Hosp Assoc. 2021 Jul 1;57(4):153-178. doi: 10.5326/JAAHA-MS-7232. PMID: 34228790. 5.https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/260/15/javma.22.08.0380.xml Janke, Natasha, et al. “Veterinary technicians contribute to shared decision-making during companion animal veterinary appointments.” Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, vol. 260, no. 15, 2022, pp. 1993–2000, https://doi.org/10.2460/javma.22.08.0380.  6.Adams and Kurtz book - Skills for communicating in veterinary medicine: https://www.amazon.ca/Skills-Communicating-Veterinary-Medicine-Cindy/dp/0997767901/ref=asc_df_0997767901/?tag=googleshopc0c-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=292985358383&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=15280529321757071277&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9001010&hvtargid=pla-493746778047&psc=1 7. Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine - FRANK Training: https://vetmedbiosci.colostate.edu/vcpe/continuing-education/ 8. RCVM@ OVC research team's website - https://rcvm.uoguelph.ca/ 9. RCVM@OVC research team's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/90231247/admin/feed/posts/ ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr. Jason Coe, a Professor at Ontario Veterinary College in Canada, embodies a career bridging veterinary practice and academia. After earning his DVM and returning from mixed-animal practice, he completed a PhD in veterinary communications. Currently leading the clinical-communication curriculum, he's internationally renowned for his work on the human-animal bond and veterinary education. With over 100 peer-reviewed publications, numerous speaking engagements, and holding the VCA Canada Chair in Relationship-Centred Veterinary Medicine, Jason's dedication to improving veterinary care through communication is recognized globally. He's the recipient of prestigious awards, including the AVMA's Bustad Companion Animal Veterinarian of the Year.

Dr. Seely specializes in chiropractic care for animals. Formerly an exotic veterinarian, practicing chiropractic became so rewarding and busy that she shifted her focus to only chiropractic- making sure that all her patients could align themselves with health.Her education began in Wolfville, Nova Scotia where she earned her Bachelor of Science with Honors in Biology in 1986 from Acadia University. Dr. Seely went on to earn a Master of Science degree in Wildlife Biology in 1991 from the University of Guelph and graduated from Ontario Veterinary College with her DVM in 1995. She studied Animal Chiropractic under the auspices of the American Veterinary Chiropractic Association in Moline, Illinois.She has published her first book, One Bone at a Time: Tales of an Adventurous Animal Chiropractor, chronicling her journey as a veterinarian, marine biologist, and animal chiropractor. Dr. Seely is very active, running marathons and usually competing in one Ironman triathlon a year. She enjoys cross-country skiing, swimming, kayaking, and horseback riding- anything that gets her outside. Most of all she is a passionate mother who loves cheering her son on from the bleachers at his basketball games and participating in triathlons or running races with her daughter and husband.Topics covered in this episode:Going from mixed animal practice to chiropractic onlyResponses she got from peers when she switched from traditional medicine to doing chiropractic full-timeMarketingShowing people vs. telling them about chiropractic careSuccess storiesWhat governs your motives in chiropractic care and why it mattersThe quality of satisfaction in the work-life balance between veterinarians and animal chiropractors Dr. Seely's book, One Bone at a Time: Tales of an Adventurous Animal ChiropractorLinks and Resources:  Visit the Pembroke Animal Hospital websiteFind Dr. Seely's book, One Bone at a Time: Tales of an Adventurous Animal Chiropractor, on AmazonMaking Strides for Animal Chiropractic links:Visit the Making Strides for Animal Chiropractic websiteOur Black Friday sale ends on December 31st, 2023 and January 2nd, 2023 for current course members.  Use code BLACKFRIDAY at checkout!Visit our Facebook PageVisit our Instagram Page Thank you to our sponsors!Academy for the Advancement of Animal ChiropracticiPoint Touch- Integrative Veterinary Medicine EHRThe Evidence Based ChiropractorHave an idea for the podcast? Please leave us a survey! Become a patron of the podcastDonate here 

Dr. Jenna Donaldson graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in 2013 and has been working as an equine ambulatory veterinarian ever since. She has practiced in Alberta, New York and southern Ontario. Today, she is a partner at Rotenberg Veterinary, an equine mobile practice based in Schomberg, ON. Through her years working at a variety of different practices, Jenna has developed a passion for creating a sustainable work environment for equine veterinarians. In 2022, she launched Trillium Equine Veterinary Services providing after-hours mobile emergency care to horses in southwestern Ontario. Trillium Equine's focus is to improve the quality of life of equine vets, allowing them to stay in practice longer than might have been possible with typical on-call requirements. In this wide-ranging conversation with Jenna we cover The journey from graduation to working as an associate to becoming a partner The partnership buy-in process Building a great team and why it matters when buying-in to a practice Difference between being an employee and an owner Starting up a "side-hustle" in Trillium Equine to solve a need in the marketplace Jenna's Impact Round! Thank you to Jenna for joining us on the show! If you'd like to connect with Jenna, you can find her through Trillium Equine Veterinary Services online in the following places: @trilliumequine https://trilliumequine.ca/ https://www.facebook.com/trilliumequine Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project, or follow us on Instagram @theveterinaryproject. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can be sent to our Instagram, @theveterinaryproject. Thank you for listening!

Lyme disease is on the rise—but ticks shouldn't stop us from enjoying the wilderness. Epidemiologist Dr. Katie Clow specializes in blacklegged ticks and Lyme disease and answers our FAQs, including how long it takes a tick to start transmitting Lyme to how we can measure and mitigate our risk of dealing with ticks while at the cottage. Another bothersome cottage-country creature is the beaver. Writer Andrea Curtis shows how to embrace Canada's largest rodent.Special thanks to:Dr. Katie Clow, epidemiologist, professor at the Ontario Veterinary College at the University of GuelphArticles referenced:“It's About Dam Time” by Andrea Curtis (Cottage Life magazine, Summer 2023)Sources:For more information about Lyme disease risk areas, check out this interactive map. To submit a photo for identification and population monitoring, visit etick.ca.Connect with Cottage Life:cottagelife.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/cottagelife/Twitter: @cottagelifeInstagram: @cottagelifePinterest: www.pinterest.ca/cottagelife/Youtube: www.youtube.com/user/CottageLifeMagazine/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Vet Life Reimagined, we have guest, Dr. Christiane Orsini, a remarkable integrative medicine veterinarian whose journey has been shaped by the endless possibilities of veterinary medicine. Dr. Orsini graduated in 2014 from Ontario Veterinary College. She has honed her skills and evolved her interests. Currently, she serves as a telemedicine veterinarian at Smart. Vet, where she leverages technology to provide remote veterinary care.  One of the highlights of her career, Dr. Orsini was involved with Vets Without Borders, where she helped introduce and train veterinarians in Ukraine on telemedicine. Dr. Orsini believes in telemedicine's ability to enhance the lives of not only pets but also pet owners and the entire veterinary care team. In this episode, you will learn- Why Dr. Orsini believes in integrative medicine from a personal experience- How telemedicine can be transformative for veterinary medicine- And why you should never judge a book by its cover when you discover her answer to the final four questions! Learn more about Dr. OrsiniLinkedIn Instagram: @dr.c.orsiniOther resources:- Vet Life Reimagined episode with Dr. Marie Holowaychuck Support the showMore Vet Life Reimagined?

A big welcome back to the show to Dr. Melanie Barham! A previous guest from 100+ episodes ago, no doubt a lot has changed as she now leads the team at Vets Stay Go Diversify, an organization committed to helping veterinary professionals and employers find a great fit for what they need. Melanie is a veterinarian, entrepreneur, speaker, educator, and mum. She holds a DVM from the Ontario Veterinary College, and an MBA in Sustainable Commerce from the University of Guelph, and a Project Management Professional designation. Melanie has held roles in many fields of vet med including sport horse medicine, consulting, laboratory, surveillance, not-for-profit/ NGO, and charity sectors.  She founded the DVM Project, the North American branch of VSGD, and formally joined the VSGD team in September 2022.  Melanie's MBA research focused on veterinary career paths. Topics covered in our episode with Melanie include: From the DVM Project to CEO of Vets Stay Go Diversify How to craft a great story The power of story for employers seeking great candidates Developing your personal story as an employee seeking a great place to work Why employers should ask their current employees questions why they choose / continue to work at your clinic What stories aren't you telling? What does the data say about our industry (employee and employer satisfaction) How to renew your interest in the veterinary industry if you're feeling bored or disenchanted Why do most people undersell themselves and what can we do about it? The relativity of extraordinary and normal Why storytelling is more "sticky" Tips for crafting your story to increase connection and bridge the gap LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melaniebarhamdvm/ Email: mel@vsgd.co Website: https://vsgd.co/ Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project, or follow us on Instagram @theveterinaryproject. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can be sent to our Instagram, @theveterinaryproject. Thank you for listening and we'll catch you again in 2 weeks for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast!

A walk in the woods can bring serenity and peace of mind. You can bring back souvenirs such as a beautiful leaf, or a pine cone. Sometimes your souvenir is less lovely - a tick. Dogs, cats, and even horses can suffer from tick bites and responsible pet owners regularly check their companions for these unwelcome parasites.Ticks can carry and transmit bacteria, viruses, and parasites that cause Lyme disease, anaplasmosis, Powassan virus, babesiosis, and erlichiosis.Climate change is making new regions more tick-friendly, which is bad news for people and animals.Dr. Katie Clow is an Assistant Professor in One Health in the Department of Population Medicine at the Ontario Veterinary College at Canada's University of Guelph. She's working on better ways to track ticks and their spread. She's also got a website with useful information about ticks for people and pet owners.In this episode of One World, One Health, listen as Katie explains why people need to keep an eye out for ticks, why simply clearing wildlife such as deer won't help control ticks, and how climate change is helping ticks thrive in more regions of the world.

Dr. Tim Henshaw never missed an opportunity to promote the Canadian dairy industry and its contribution to this country and the world. A champion for agriculture, Henshaw, a 1979 Ontario Veterinary College graduate, spent over 40 years as a veterinarian on cattle reproductive health at United Breeders, then Gencor and finally EastGen. He examined more... Read More

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Before Covid-19, what are called "zoonotic diseases" were hardly the stuff of ordinary conversation. That changed, of course, as we all brushed up on how diseases in bats could or could not jump to humans. Similar questions have cropped up lately about the Avian flu, and whether we learned the lessons of the pandemic well enough to react quickly for the next time. To get some insight on that, The Agenda welcomes Shayan Sharif, Professor and Acting Dean at the University of Guelph's Ontario Veterinary College; And Jason Nickerson, Humanitarian Advisor to Canada for Doctors Without Borders.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It used to be a threat almost exclusively to the poultry industry. But the current strain of H5N1 avian flu has spent the past year infecting millions of wild birds, thousands of mammals, and even humans. To experts who track the disease, it's clear something is up. But we're not yet sure what comes from it.The virus could become more contagious in mammals, but less harmful. It could remain difficult to transmit widely outside of bird populations. It could, theoretically, go away gradually. But it also might not. There is pandemic potential here and the questions on experts' minds is if we are sleepwalking towards another disaster...GUEST: Dr. Shayan Sharif, acting dean of the Ontario Veterinary College, professor of pathobiology

Titer testing has been around for a couple of decades, but it is now growing in popularity. The test indicates whether a dog has enough anti-bodies to be protected against certain diseases. But the test results can be used for seemingly contradictory purposes. Today on the show, we explore the ins and outs of titer tests, to give you a nuanced perspective on the benefits and risks that come with the current vaccine recommendations. About Dr. Enid Stiles Dr. Stiles is World Vet Association North American counselor and the chair of its Animal Welfare Working Group. She runs the Sherwook Park Animal Hospital in Beaconsfield, Quebec. She is a graduate of the Ontario Veterinary College, and a founding member of Veterinarians without Border Canada. She is passionate about helping animals and their families. https://sherwoodparkvet.com/ About Dr. Laurie Larson Dr. Larson is the director of the Companion Animal Vaccines and Immuno Diagnostic Service Laboratory (CAVIDS) at the University of Wisconsin's School of Veterinary Medicine. She directs the CAVIDS titer testing service which provides vaccinal antibody testing for dogs and cats across the U-S and Canada. Dr. Larson also teaches Veterinary Immunology to second year veterinary students and co-coordinates the Public Health course for third year veterinary students. https://www.vetmed.wisc.edu/lab/cavids/ About Dr. Jacqueline Ruskin Dr. Ruskin is the medical director of the VCA Animal Healing Center in Yardley, Pennsylvania. She fulfilled her childhood dream of becoming a veterinarian in 1998, when she graduated from Cornell University School of Veterinary Medicine. In addition to practicing exceptional conventional medicine, Dr. Ruskin also practices several holistic healing modalities. She learned much of her holistic medicine skills from the famous Dr. Marty Goldstein during a 13-year associateship in his practice. In 2019 Dr. Ruskin was featured in the documentary film “The Dog Doc” and was a contributing author to Dr. Marty Goldstein's latest book, "The Spirit of Animal Healing". https://vcahospitals.com/animal-healing-center About Dog Podcast Network (DPN) DPN is the first of its kind. A podcasting network as devoted to dogs, as they are to us. Our mission is simple: entertain, inspire and inform. We will improve the quality of life for dogs and the people who love them. Check out Dog Podcast Network for other dog-adjacent shows: The Long Leash where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor in an unscripted interview show Dog Cancer Answers which offers vetted advice from real veterinarians who answer your questions about dog cancer Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In late 2022, Dr. Byram Bridle filed a $3 million lawsuit against his university for a “targeted and vicious campaign of personal attacks and harassment” that began after he told a radio interviewer that the potential dangers of mRNA should compel the government to stop giving COVID vaccines to children until more studies could confirm their safety. 「 CALL IN: https://drdrew.com/142023 」 Dr. Bridle says “the spike protein produced by the mRNA vaccines does not remain in the shoulder muscle upon injection, but rather gets into the blood — and can, in some cases, lead to clotting, bleeding, heart problems, neurological damage...” Part of the alleged harassment of Dr. Bridle involves anonymous online squatting under his name: both byrambridle[.]com and @byrambridle on Twitter are unaffiliated with the doctor and appear to be part of a campaign to harm his reputation. Dr. Byram Bridle is an Associate Professor of Viral Immunology at the University of Guelph's Ontario Veterinary College in Canada. Immunologist Dr. Byram Bridle Warns of mRNA Spike Protein Risks w/ Dr. Kelly Victory – Ask Dr. Drew - YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seth-martin0/message

The federal government is advancing a motion to ban cosmetic testing on animals. We talk to Camille Labchuk, executive director of the organization Animal Justice, which advocates for legal protections for animals; Charu Chandrasekera, executive director of the Canadian Centre for Alternatives to Animal Methods; and Michael Brunt, a postdoctoral research fellow at the University of Guelph's Ontario Veterinary College.

Reproductive performance is key to maintaining a cow productive and guaranteeing the next lactation. To achieve good results, we need to improve our knowledge about the reproduction of transition cows: how do we manage them in order to be reproductively successful? With that in mind, our guest Dr. Stephen LeBlanc and I discuss, in this episode of The Dairy Podcast Show, the main challenges in the reproduction of transition cows, metritis management, goals for reproductive parameters, and the use of technology to detect early reproductive diseases. “So that's our challenge: keeping cows healthy, giving them the inputs of nutrition and management, and so on and so forth, so that they are set up with what they need for the success of their reproduction.” – Dr. Stephen LeBlanc What you'll learn:Highlight (00:00)Introduction (1:15)The influence of the transition period on the reproductive performance of cows (2:25)The indicators of success in reproductive performance  (8:39)Resilient cows and reproduction (15:34)Pregnancy rates: what's the new goal? (21:01)Advances in the treatment of metritis (25:03)The use of sensors for metritis diagnosis (31:56)More milk, less fertility: is that true? (36:11)The final questions (40:29)Meet the guest: Dr. Stephen LeBlancExperience:Current: Professor in the Department of Population Medicine at the Ontario Veterinary College; Director of Dairy at Guelph – The Centre for Dairy Research and Innovation, at the University of Guelph.Background:D.V.S. (University of Guelph)D.V.M. (University of Guelph)B.Sc., Animal Science (McGill University)Connect with the guest on Social Media: LinkedIn

In late 2022, Dr. Byram Bridle filed a $3 million lawsuit against his university for a “targeted and vicious campaign of personal attacks and harassment” that began after he told a radio interviewer that the potential dangers of mRNA should compel the government to stop giving COVID vaccines to children until more studies could confirm their safety. Dr. Bridle says “the spike protein produced by the mRNA vaccines does not remain in the shoulder muscle upon injection, but rather gets into the blood — and can, in some cases, lead to clotting, bleeding, heart problems, neurological damage…” Part of the alleged harassment of Dr. Bridle involves anonymous online squatting under his name: both byrambridle[.]com and @byrambridle on Twitter are unaffiliated with the doctor and appear to be part of a campaign to harm his reputation. Dr. Byram Bridle is an associate Professor of Viral Immunology at the University of Guelph's Ontario Veterinary College in Canada. 「 SPONSORED BY 」 • BIRCH GOLD - Don't let your savings lose value. You can own physical gold and silver in a tax-sheltered retirement account, and Birch Gold will help you do it. Claim your free, no obligation info kit from Birch Gold at https://birchgold.com/drew • GENUCEL - Using a proprietary base formulated by a pharmacist, Genucel has created skincare that can dramatically improve the appearance of facial redness and under-eye puffiness. Genucel uses clinical levels of botanical extracts in their cruelty-free, natural, made-in-the-USA line of products. Get 10% off with promo code DREW at https://genucel.com/drew 「 MEDICAL NOTE 」 The CDC states that COVID-19 vaccines are safe, effective, and reduce your risk of severe illness. Hundreds of millions of people have received a COVID-19 vaccine, and serious adverse reactions are uncommon. Dr. Drew is a board-certified physician and Dr. Kelly Victory is a board-certified emergency specialist. Portions of this program will examine countervailing views on important medical issues. You should always consult your personal physician before making any decisions about your health.  「 ABOUT the SHOW 」 Ask Dr. Drew is produced by Kaleb Nation (https://kalebnation.com) and Susan Pinsky (https://twitter.com/firstladyoflove). This show is for entertainment and/or informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. 「 WITH DR. KELLY VICTORY 」 Dr. Kelly Victory MD is a board-certified trauma and emergency specialist with over 30 years of clinical experience. She served as CMO for Whole Health Management, delivering on-site healthcare services for Fortune 500 companies. She holds a BS from Duke University and her MD from the University of North Carolina. Follow her at https://earlycovidcare.org 「 GEAR PROVIDED BY 」 • BLUE MICS - Find your best sound at https://drdrew.com/blue • ELGATO - See how Elgato's lights transformed Dr. Drew's set: https://drdrew.com/sponsors/elgato/ 「 ABOUT DR. DREW 」 For over 30 years, Dr. Drew has answered questions and offered guidance to millions through popular shows like Celebrity Rehab (VH1), Dr. Drew On Call (HLN), Teen Mom OG (MTV), and the iconic radio show Loveline. Now, Dr. Drew is opening his phone lines to the world by streaming LIVE from his home studio. Watch all of Dr. Drew's latest shows at https://drdrew.tv

This week we continue our conversation with Dr. Cathy Bauman of Ontario Veterinary College in Guelph, Ontario, Canada about conducting a milk quality investigation on a goat dairy by walking through the process for tracking down a high  bulk tank bacterial count. Helpful Links:Luminometer FAQhttps://www.gov.mb.ca/agriculture/food-safety/at-the-food-processor/luminometers.htmlSmall Ruminant Veterinarians of Ontariohttps://srvo.ca/Dr. Cathy Bauman - Ontario Veterinary Collegehttps://ovc.uoguelph.ca/population-medicine/faculty/Cathy-BaumanAmerican Association of Small Ruminant Practitioners - find a vethttp://www.aasrp.org/about/find_a_vet.aspThis podcast is sponsored by the American Association of Small Ruminant Practitioners as well as USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture, Agricultural and Food Research Initiative Competitive Program, Antimicrobial Resistance grant # 2020-04197.Questions or comments about today's episode can be directed to DairyGoatExtension@iastate.edu

This week we sit down with one of our neighbors to the north, Dr. Cathy Bauman of Ontario Veterinary College in Guelph, Ontario, Canada. Dr. Bauman's research focuses on helping producers identify, investigate, and mitigate milk quality issues as efficiently as possible. On this episode, we lay the groundwork for conducting a milk quality investigation on a goat dairy by introducing concepts for identifying a milk quality problem; measurable paramaters for evaluating milk quality (specifically somatic cell count and bacterial counts); general principles governing fluctuations in these numbers as they relate to milk production on a goat dairy; key players to have on your team during an investigation; and finally, Dr. Bauman discusses the relationship between high quality milk and cheese production.  This is part 1 of a 2 part series that delves into a logical step-wise approach to working up milk quality issues on a dairy goat operation.Helpful Links:Small Ruminant Veterinarians of Ontariohttps://srvo.ca/Dr. Cathy Bauman - Ontario Veterinary Collegehttps://ovc.uoguelph.ca/population-medicine/faculty/Cathy-BaumanAmerican Association of Small Ruminant Practitioners - find a vethttp://www.aasrp.org/about/find_a_vet.aspThis podcast is sponsored by the American Association of Small Ruminant Practitioners as well as USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture, Agricultural and Food Research Initiative Competitive Program, Antimicrobial Resistance grant # 2020-04197.Questions or comments about today's episode can be directed to DairyGoatExtension@iastate.edu

Claudia talks to Lauren van Patter about the concepts of feral and invasive species. They touch on the differences between the two concepts and consider how issues of colonization, reproduction, and human control lead to the categorization of some animals as biosecurity threats.  Date Recorded: 21 September 2022 Dr. Lauren Van Patter is the Kim & Stu Lang Professor in Community and Shelter Medicine in the Department of Clinical Studies at the Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph. Lauren is an interdisciplinary animal studies researcher with a background in Environmental Sciences and Cultural Geographies. She has researched urban coyotes and feral cats in Canadian cities as well as free roaming dogs in rural Botswana. Lauren is a co-editor of the volume ‘A Research Agenda for Animal Geographies', and has published in peer-reviewed Veterinary, Animal Studies, Geography, African Studies, and Wildlife Management journals. Connect with Lauren on Twitter (@levanpatter) or on her website.  Claudia (Towne) Hirtenfelder is the founder and host of The Animal Turn. She is a PhD Candidate in Geography and Planning at Queen's University and is currently undertaking her own research project looking at the geographical and historical relationships between animals (specifically cows) and cities. She was awarded the AASA Award for Popular Communication for her work on the podcast. Contact Claudia via email (info@theanimalturnpodcast.com) or follow her on Twitter (@ClaudiaFTowne). Featured: Animal Liberation by Peter Singer; Zoopolis: A Political Theory of Animal Rights by Will Kymlicka and Sue Donaldson ; Managing Love and Death at the Zoo: The Biopolitics of Endangered Species Preservation by Matthew Chrulew; Anishnaabe Aki: an indigenous perspective on the global threat of invasive species by Nicholas Reo and Laura Ogden; Managing Love and Death at the Zoo: The Biopolitics of Endangered Species Preservation by Mathew Chrulew ; Some “F” words for the environmental humanities: feralities, feminisms, futurities by Catriona SandilandsAnimal Highlight: CrabsFeatured: Crab by Cynthia ChrisThe Animal Turn is part of the  iROAR, an Animals Podcasting Network and can also be found on A.P.P.L.E, Twitter, and Instagram Thank you to Animals in Philosophy, Politics, Law and Ethics (A.P.P.L.E) for sponsoring this podcast; the Biosecurities and Urban Governance Research Collective for sponsoring this season; Gordon Clarke (Instagram: @_con_sol_) for the bed music; Jeremy John for the logo; and Christiaan Menz for his editing.The Animal Turn is part of the  iROAR, an Animals Podcasting Network and can also be found on A.P.P.L.E, Twitter, and InstagramA.P.P.L.E Animals in Philosophy, Politics, Law and Ethics (A.P.P.L.E)Biosecurities Research Collective The Biosecurities and Urban Governance Research brings together scholars interested in biosecurity.

From Rabies, to the Black Plague to Covid-19 to Monkey Pox - babies are subject to many preventable illnesses arising in their environment that can cause death. One Health is a crucial concept in understanding global health as climate change and transnational travel impact local public health issues for vulnerable populations - such as impoverished children and communities without access to healthcare.Dr. Bernadette Dunham from the Milken Institute School of Public Health at George Washington University joins Yasmine Vaughan to discuss the idea that emerging diseases and existing medical conditions that threaten human life are better understood in the context of “one health.”Dr. Dunham graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College, Guelph University in 1975 and joined a mixed animal practice. She  received her Ph.D. in cardiovascular pathophysiology in 1984 from Boston University and then served as Director of Laboratory Animal Medicine and Adjunct Professor of Pharmacology at the State University of New York Health Science Center, Syracuse, N.Y. until 1995. She was recruited to be the Assistant Director with the American Veterinary Medical Association's Governmental Relations Division in Washington D.C.  and interacted with Members of Congress and their staff to heighten their awareness of the diversity of the veterinary medical profession. For eight years, she helped them think beyond the concept of local vets caring for  companion animals and food-producing animals to grasp the very important role that Veterinarians and Animal Scientists play in public health – zoonotic diseases being one of the most important areas for government policies and scientific research to address the growing threat for global dissemination of infectious disease transmitted from animals to humans.  "One Health is a collaborative, multi-sectoral, and trans-disciplinary approach - working at local, regional, national, and global levels - to achieve optimal health (and well-being) outcomes, recognizing the interconnections between people, animals, plants and their shared environment."  Centers for Disease Control, Washington, D.C.Links to know more:One Health Commission https://www.onehealthcommission.org/CDC https://www.cdc.gov/onehealth/resource-library/one-health-graphics.htmlWHO https://www.who.int/health-topics/one-health#tab=tab_1WOAH https://www.woah.org/en/document/one-health-joint-plan-of-action-2022-2026-worki.ng-together-for-the-health-of-humans-animals-8-plants-and-the-environment/Helpingchildrenworldwide.org

Ryan Appleby is an Assistant Professor of Diagnostic Imaging at the Ontario Veterinary College. He completed veterinary school and a rotating internship at OVC. He then completed an imaging internship in San Diego at and a residency in diagnostic imaging at NC State university in Raleigh North Carolina. Ryan was boarded by the American college of veterinary radiologists in 2019 and rejoined the team at OVC at that time. His research interests include the use of artificial intelligence in veterinary imaging, clinical applications of advanced ultrasound technologies. He is passionate about teaching and started the website obivet.com in 2021 to provide global access to high quality veterinary educational content in a micro-learning format. *Note: We recommend you take a quick read of the journal links provided below that are referenced off the top of the show!* In this episode, Ryan and the guys discuss the impact of AI in veterinary medicine, veterinary imaging and clinical applications including: What is artificial intelligence in veterinary medicine? Explaining how AI works Applications AI can positively impact Driving forces behind the development of AI Factors that we should be considering around utilization of AI How can we prove AI validity to make it fit for practice Is AI benefitting the patient? AI smarter than human intelligence: yay or nay? Deployment of AI in practice Where can AI go from here Journal links: https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/260/8/javma.22.03.0093.xml https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/ajvr/83/5/ajvr.22.03.0038.xml To reach Ryan directly, you can find him here: IG: @applebydvm Twitter: @applebydvm Ryan@obivet.com rappleby@uoguelph.ca We're now online! Check out our new website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast! - Jonathan Leicht, DVM and Michael Bugg, DVM

Dr. Sarah Machell is the Vice President of Medical Operations and Medical Director of Vetster, the fastest growing pet care marketplace.  Dr. Machell is a practicing veterinarian and graduate of The Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph. She is an entrepreneur and business owner with over 18 years of experience in the field. Contact her at Vetster.com

How do we create more conversation and drive positive change for wellbeing and self-care in our profession? Dr. Ryan Appleby is one of the voices actively working to shed light on this incredibly important challenge our industry faces, and in this episode we're expanding the conversation in this area with him. Dr. Appleby is an Assistant Professor of Diagnostic Imaging at the Ontario Veterinary College. He completed veterinary school and a rotating internship at OVC. He then completed an imaging internship in San Diego and a residency in diagnostic imaging at NC State university in Raleigh, North Carolina. Ryan was boarded by the American College of Veterinary Radiologists in 2019 and rejoined the team at OVC at that time. His research interests include the use of artificial intelligence in veterinary imaging and clinical applications of advanced ultrasound technologies. He is passionate about teaching and started the website obivet.com in 2021 to provide global access to high quality veterinary educational content in a micro-learning format. In our conversation with Dr. Appleby we cover: Ryan's background and career to date The impetus for, and challenge behind, releasing his "Wellbeing in Veterinary Medicine" blog post on Obivet Why industry and organizations need to get more involved in professional wellbeing External factors that inhibit self-care Should clinics and corporations flow more money towards helping staff with self-care and wellbeing? Organizational vs. individual accountability for wellbeing Everyone needs to get involved in order to drive change People first vs. profit first - should businesses adjust their models in order to address wellbeing challenges? The "Perfect Practice Wish List" - Dr. Appleby's suggested solutions Ryan's Impact Round Check out Ryan's educational content online with Obivet: https://obivet.com/ Twitter: @obivet IG: @obivetce To reach Ryan directly, you can find him here: IG: @applebydvm Ryan@obivet.com We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info on the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please follow / subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast! - Jonathan Leicht, DVM and Michael Bugg, DVM

In today's episode, Dr Kathryn Surasky and Dr Kate Robinson sit down with Dr Ruby Chow for a discussion about her upcoming internship with McKee-Pownall! Dr. Ruby Chow will be joining our practice for a 13-month internship. Dr. Chow previously worked with us in the summer of 2020 as a technician in our Uxbridge practice and we are delighted to welcome her back as our first intern after her recent graduation from The Ontario Veterinary College. We are excited to start this program at a time when the equine industry is suffering from a drastic decline in veterinarians. Our ability to provide a good experience for an intern will help ensure that the equine veterinary industry has new practitioners entering the profession and will help us to identify future veterinary associates for MPES.  An intern is a graduated and fully licensed veterinarian who is seeking additional time after completing vet school to be mentored in additional aspects of the veterinary industry. In our case, an intern is seeking mentorship, experience, knowledge and skill-building in equine practice. Interns may be newly graduated veterinarians, or they may be experienced veterinarians who have decided to pursue specialized training in a specific area of the industry. So what is an internship? An internship is the term used to describe the position an intern takes. An internship is intended to be a year of mentorship where at the end the intern has gained significantly more confidence, experience and skills in a specific area of veterinary medicine (like equine practice) than they would after a year of practice on their own. In return, equine practice (in general) gains a confident, experienced and skilled veterinarian to join the workforce.   Almost every veterinarian at McKee-Pownall has come through an internship program of some sort and we are excited to be able to give back to our industry by offering this program. 

Any industry expert knows how nerve-racking it can be to start your first job after graduate school or veterinary school. Everyone expects you to be an expert and have all the answers, but there are some things you are definitely still learning. Dr. Sue Burlatschenko knows that feeling because she felt it herself when she first started out. Now after owning her own practice for several decades she reflects and shares her advice with Dr. Greiner about ways to overcome that stress and learn to be an industry leader yourself. "

Dr. Erica Dickie is the owner/founder of Black Creek Mobile Veterinary Services, based out of Stratford, Ontario.  She graduated with distinction from the Ontario Veterinary College in 2011 and in 2020 became a Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Veterinarian. She is passionate about all things relating to End-of-Life Care for pets & has dedicated her practice to helping pet families in her community honor the bond, the life, and the love of their dear companions.  She is a mother of 2 young boys, Reid 7, and Logan 4, and is currently palliating her 14-year-old ginger tabby, Porter, through his recent gastrointestinal lymphoma diagnosis. Topics Covered In This Episode: How practicing in Canada is different from in the U.S. Holding space & creating rituals for grieving families Safety in house call practice Boundaries in euthanasia only practices Mental health Depression, anxiety, & medications Marketing for IHE Canva! Links & Resources for Dr. Erica Dickie: Visit Dr. Erica's website  Visit Dr. Erica's Telehealth Platform  Offerings: Quality of Life Consultations Home Palliative Care Telehealth for both of the above services Home Euthanasia and Aftercare Angel Pet Care The House Call Vet Academy links: Find out about The House Call Vet Academy online CE course  Learn more about Dr. Eve Harrison  Learn more about 1-to-1 coaching for current & prospective house call, mobile, & concierge vets Get House Call Vet Swag! Find out about the next House Call & Mobile Vet Conference Music: In loving memory of Dr. Steve Weinberg. Intro & outro guitar music was written,  performed, & recorded by house call veterinarian Dr. Steve Weinberg. Thank you to our sponsors! Rockin' Pets, Rollin' Vets PriVet Pet Care First Opinion Veterinary Ultrasound- Online CE courses on ultrasonography & machine selection

From workplace culture to salary structure to having time to ride your own horse, Dr. Mike Pownall joins me to discuss all of the important aspects of creating a workplace where veterinarians want to be. You don't want to miss any of the gems that he shares after having grown a practice with his wife, Dr. Melissa McKee, over the past 20 years  and honing his skills as a veterinary business management consultant....More about Mike Pownall, DVM, MBAPrior to becoming a veterinarian, Dr. Mike Pownall worked as a farrier for seven years. His interest in equine lameness led him to attend the Ontario Veterinary College, graduating in 2001.In 2002 he and his wife, Dr. Melissa McKee, started McKee-Pownall Equine Services. Their organization is represented by 3 equine veterinary clinics with 17 vets and 40 support staff spread across the Greater Toronto Area and one practice in Wellington, Florida. He is also a partner with Oculus Insights offering business management services and education to veterinarians throughout the world.Dr. Pownall received his MBA from the Richard Ivey School of Business at Western University in Ontario, and was the class valedictorian. He presents internationally on business strategy, human resources, pricing, and marketing for veterinarians. He also contributes to numerousjournals on business management topics.Dr. Pownall has a blog, podcast and webinar series on veterinary business management at www.veterinarybusinessmatters.com and you can learn more about Oculus Insights at www.oculusinsights.net.Ways to contact Dr. Pownallmpownall@oculusinsights.netLinked InMcKee-Pownall Equine ServicesMike recommends Setting the Table by Danny Meyer...Find out more about The Whole Veterinarian at our new website!Instagram: @thewholeveterinarianFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thewholeveterinarian/Email: thewholeveterinarian@gmail.com

When you need a pet detective, you call Ace Ventura. When you need a veterinary lawyer, you call Doug Jack! Doug Jack is a partner in Canada's largest law firm, Borden Ladner Gervais – the only national law firm with a team of lawyers under Doug's leadership dedicated to the law as it relates to the practice of veterinary medicine. He is an Associate member of the Ontario Veterinary Medical Association and Veterinary Hospital Managers' Association and a charter and founding member of the American Veterinary Medical Law Association – the only Canadian to have served as its President. Doug is a sought-after speaker on veterinary legal matters at veterinary conferences worldwide as well as the author of two books and numerous articles on the legal aspects of veterinary practice management. He presents annual lectures on veterinary jurisprudence at Atlantic Veterinary College, Ontario Veterinary College, the Western College of Veterinary Medicine and the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine (University of Calgary). He and his wife, Debbie, live near Owen Sound, Ontario with their aging Havanese dog. In his “down time”, Doug enjoys hiking (having successfully reached the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro) and is an avid baseball fan (having completed a tour of every major league ball park). In this impactful conversation, topics covered include: What Doug's observing in veterinary medicine that he's never seen before (legally speaking) Shifting from the vet being in the center of the legal conversation to the consumer centric model The 2 things Vets need to do to protect themselves legally: risk management and medical records Material risk and probable risk The "Human-Animal Bond" and what that means for malpractice lawsuits Keeping proper medical records "If it ain't written down, it didn't happen!" Why we're seeing an increased amount of complaints towards veterinarians The overheated veterinary clinic marketplace and how deals with corporate groups are happening Teaching clinic owners what the sale process looks like (expectations, time, disclosure) What it means to "take a colleague to lunch" Doug's Impact Round! Big thanks to Doug Jack for joining us on the show! Connect with Doug by phone: 1-800-563-2595 Or via email: dcjack@blg.com We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info on the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please rate and follow the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast!

How might we help ourselves and others be more willing to express our creativity? In this episode of the Fueling Creativity podcast, Dr. Cyndi Burnett and Dr. Matthew Worwood speak with Dr. Caroline Brookfield, a veterinarian, researcher, and stand-up comedian who delights in using humor and immersive experiences, backed up with research, to sway the most reluctant creative. Today, the dynamic trio delves into Caroline's experience melding the worlds of veterinary medicine, comedy, and creativity. They also talk about the relationship between multi-passionate creatives and reluctant creatives.   For some of us, there is a desire or need to explore as many interests as we possibly can. Hence, the terms multi-passionate and multiple potentialities. For reluctant creatives, there is a resistance to acknowledging or expressing their creativity.   Listen in to learn the benefits of embracing your creativity and how to tap into it for future success. Caroline shares her science-based approach to exciting people about creativity and how teachers can use it to encourage students who say they're not creative to express their creativity. She also highlights various creative thinking skills for dealing with judgement around what students, parents, and administration will think about integrating creativity and risk-taking into the classroom.    “Over the last 10-15 years, I kept getting drawn into these creative endeavors, like acting classes or trying stand-up comedy or building businesses, and it took me a long time to connect the dots and realize it's all about expressing my creativity.” - Dr. Caroline Brookfield   Caroline's Tips for Teachers and Parents: Try to incorporate more M's for Maybes. School can be very black and white at times, so try to build in ambiguity to your lessons.  Edit later! Just try something new. Nobody is really going to care about what you do if the stakes are low.  Take time to regularly relax and turn things off. We need you so take care of yourself. “You actually don't have to even be good at what you do creatively to get the benefits of it.” - Dr. Caroline Brookfield   Resources Mentioned: Read Caroline's New Book: The Reluctant Creative! Listen to the episode with Dr. Sally Reis Listen to the episode with Natalie NixonListen to the episode with Jeffrey Davis Listen to the episode with Wendy Ross Listen to the episode with Jonathan Plucker   Eager to bring more creativity into your home or classroom?  Access a variety of creativity resources and tools & listen to more episodes of The Fueling Creativity Podcast by visiting our website,  www.CreativityandEducation.com.   Subscribe to our monthly newsletter!   You can also find The Fueling Creativity Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Audible, and PodBean! Make sure to rate, review, and share the podcast if you enjoy it!   About Dr. Caroline Brookfield: Caroline believes that if everyone took small, unconventional actions to embrace their creativity, we could change the world. Veterinarian, researcher, and stand-up comedian, she delights in using humor and immersive experiences, backed up with research, to sway the most reluctant creative. Benefits range from personal physical and emotional results to organizational success. Caroline presents convincing evidence of the ROI of creativity for individuals and organizations, expressed in her passionate yet lighthearted and engaging style.  She is always up for a challenge, like learning guitar, rock climbing, getting her kids to eat vegetables, surfing, meditation retreats with sniper rifles. You know, the usual stuff.  Caroline received honors for her veterinary degree from the Ontario Veterinary College, is a certified level 2 Creative Problem Solving facilitator, and holds a Certificate of Professional Management from the University of Calgary, where she lives, Her lectures go unheeded by her family. The dog listens, sometimes.   Visit Caroline's website Connect with her on LinkedIn Follow her on Instagram  

Today my guest is Dr. Caroline Brookfield. Caroline is a Creativity Speaker, Veterinarian, and Author! Caroline believes that if everyone took small, unconventional actions to embrace their inherent creativity, we could change the world. Caroline dances on the line between art and science, thrilled to discover that we don't have to choose.  Veterinarian, researcher, and stand-up comedian, she delights in using humor and immersive experiences, backed up with research and data, to sway the most reluctant creative. She is always up for a challenge, like learning guitar, rock climbing, getting her kids to eat vegetables, surfing, meditation retreats with sniper rifles. You know, the usual stuff.  Caroline received honors for her veterinary degree from the Ontario Veterinary College, is a certified level 2 Creative Problem Solving facilitator, and holds a Certificate of Professional Management from the University of Calgary, where she lives, Her lectures go unheeded by her family. The dog listens, sometimes. Find more at www.carolinebrookfield.com and www.ericbrooker.com  

Dr. Rona Sherebrin was born in London, Ontario. She earned her DVM from the Ontario Veterinary College at the University of Guelph in 1991. After graduation, she spent a number of years doing locum work in Ontario before completing her acupuncture training from Chi University in 2005. She currently has a holistic small animal practice in Toronto, Canada, where she uses mainly nutrition, acupuncture, and herbal medicines for her patients.  In addition to practice, she has been on the Board of Directors of both the Academy of Veterinary Acupuncturists of Canada and the Veterinary Botanical Medical Association. She is currently finishing her term as VBMA President.  Please enjoy this conversation as we discuss her education, starting her own holistic practices, and her current practice location that is located inside a corporate small animal practice. We also touch on how important it is to be involved in mentoring students and organized veterinary medicine.

Dr. Laura Lee was born in Windsor, Ontario.  She got her DVM from the Ontario Veterinary College at the University of Guelph in 1979. After graduation, she moved to Nova Scotia and joined a mixed animal practice. After 15 years in that practice, she purchased a small animal practice in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia where she still practices to this day. She got her Acupuncture certification from IVAS in 2000 and her Chiropractic training at Options for Animals in Illinois in 2003. Since then she has done advanced training in Acupuncture, Applied Kinesiology and Functional Neurology with Dr. Carl DeStefano, as well as fascial work.  This varied training has molded her clinical practice  philosophy into a unique style that she is sharing with others through continuing education lectures.  Dr. Lee has been a lifelong athlete, horse enthusiast, and musician. She continues to stay physically active and plays with various jazz percussion groups as well as the Brazilian Samba drums. Please enjoy this conversation with Dr. Laura Lee as we talk about her education, her practice path, and how she will be sharing her knowledge with fellow veterinarians in some upcoming continuing education webinars for CIVT.

This week on the Cone…. Dr. Andy Roark talks with Dr. Steve Noonan about positive psychology, rescue strategies for severe stress and/or anxiety, and how to enjoy practice after burning out. LINKS: VIA Character Strengths Survey & Character Results: https://www.viacharacter.org/ Effective Onboarding: https://unchartedvet.com/upcoming-events/ New Grad Mentorship 2.0: https://unchartedvet.com/upcoming-events/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: https://drandyroark.com/swag All Links: https://linktr.ee/UnchartedVet ABOUT OUR GUEST: Dr.Steve Noonan graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in 1983. By 1986 he and his wife, a veterinary school classmate, owned 3 clinics at the age of 27,necessitating a learning odyssey that continues to this day. He studied practice management continuously and was involved with veterinary politics at every level, serving on many committees. He chaired Veterinary Economics Committees for 12 years, overseeing extensive economic surveys of the profession and implementation of fee guides. He has worked with most of the multinational pharmaceutical companies either as a key opinion leader or as a small contractor. He has lectured to veterinary students all over the world and coached over 100 hours in the veterinary student communication labs. Twenty-five years of clinical practice culminated in the formation of a 12 hospital partnership and the directorship of an ultramodern 15,000 square foot hospital in Nova Scotia. He started one of the first emergency clinics in Canada and was chairman of the board for 7 years. Steve has worked with dozens of clients as a management consultant involving on-going dialogue with veterinarians about their concerns and issues. In 2008 Noonan ‘burned out'. Suffering from a severe physical and mental breakdown, he left active practice. He sought strategies and tools to heal himself permanently and immersed himself in their study. He studied stress management extensively through Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) courses,completing 2 x 8 week courses and attending multiple workshops with other medical professionals in the US. Heis a certified life and executive coach with the prestigious Coaches TrainingInstitute (www.thecoaches.com ) , a process that took18 months. He is an avid student of positive psychology, a branch of the science that studies methodologies to improve the human condition and help people flourish. He has taken online courses at Berkeley and knows about the evidence behind the science of positivity and happiness and how this can be used to help the veterinary profession cope with the stresses that threaten our members. He is an experienced communicator with expertise in media interviews, radio, television and speaking to veterinarians as a management consultant. He is a passionate and engaging speaker who has a mission to help prevent others going through what he has and build resilience in other veterinarians to help combat the challenges of daily professional practice. ABOUT OUR HOST: Dr. Andy Roark is a practicing veterinarian in Greenville SC and the founder of the Uncharted Veterinary Conference. He has received the NAVC Practice Management Speaker of the Year Award three times, the WVC Practice Management Educator of the Year Award, the Outstanding Young Alumni Award from the University of Florida's College of Veterinary Medicine, and the Veterinarian of the Year Award from the South Carolina Association of Veterinarians.