Weekly podcast dedicated to "tackling the toughest topics in veterinary medicine." Hosted by veterinarian Dr. Ernie Ward and registered veterinary technician Beckie Mossor. Candid, irreverent, provocative, educational, and occasionally funny conversations about issues that impact the veterinary profession. Non-stop since 2016.
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Petcetera is an educational platform with information and knowledge for pet owners about all things pet related based on research and opinions of the author, Cheri Craft, LVT, RVT, Retired.
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The Sonography Lounge Is your casual resource to stay in the loop with all things diagnostic ultrasound. Your hosts Lori Green, BA, RDMS, RDCS, RVT and Trisha Reo, AAS, RDMS, RDCS, RVT along with field support by Casey Green will be diving into industry trends, new technology, career paths, and interviews with industry leaders to address common questions and offer healthcare professionals, students, and patients sound insights into the ever-evolving field of ultrasound. The Sonography Lounge ...
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The Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Podcast is a weekly podcast hosted by veterinary technician specialists, Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS (IM-SA) and Jordan Porter, RVT, VTS (IM-SA) and is dedicated to veterinary professionals who are passionate about all things internal medicine. We’ll be discussing interesting internal medicine diseases, how to work closely with pet parents, and how to be the best tech we can be. This podcast is perfect for veterinary professionals just getting into intern ...
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Hang out with Dr. Brad Miller & Angel Martin to get the Owners, Veterinarians, Registered Veterinary Technicians, and staff's perspective on current veterinary and world events and how they affect what we do in our practice. Get to know more about what we do behind the scenes and why we do it. Which boils down to the simple fact that we are passionate about our jobs. Meet the real people behind GVA and the reality about the day to day at a veterinary hospital.
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A podcast for everything a Veterinary Manager needs to know to get the job done. We’ve been there and know how hard it is and are here to help by sharing our knowledge and expertise to elevate you! This podcast is for YOU - the veterinary practice manager, supervisor, leader. We want to elevate you by equipping you with relevant content, material, guidelines, instruction, feedback and pro tricks and tips. We will deliver real-life experience, along with our super smart guests, that will get ...
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Update Life has been a bit chaotic lately, so I have had to hit pause on new episodes. But don’t worry—Nicholas (awesome producer) and I are planning to return with exciting new content in March! Thanks for sticking with us, and we can't wait to bring you more helpful and inspiring discussions soon! Tails from a Vet Tech is a podcast dedicated to highlighting, educating, and advocating for veterinary, shelter, and behavior animal professionals. Our mission is to provide education, informatio ...
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Unleashed Veterinary Podcast is hosted by Dr. Bruce W. Francke, DVM, a veterinarian and practice owner at Bay Animal Hospital in beautiful Bay City, Michigan. The awesome power of vet medicine will be unleashed with conversation, compassion and common sense. This podcast will empower pet owners to take the very best care of their four-footed family members.
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Digital transformation is an over-used term, isn’t it? So what does it mean, really? For SMEs and their day-to-day? “A business is using digital tools and technologies to streamline and improve its operations, create new products and services, or better meet the needs of its customers.” Which means, in its simplest terms, putting in and using the right software. Have a listen to a series of episodes, chatting through real-life examples, what went well - and what didn’t (and how to avoid it).
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What If the One-Star Review Was Right? Owning Up in Vet Med When You Screw Up
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32:04What if the negative review was… right? In this brutally honest episode of The Veterinary Viewfinder, Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, MPA, RVT, tackle one of the most difficult scenarios in veterinary medicine: how to handle legitimate complaints when your clinic or team actually did make a mistake.With raw insight and hard-earned experience, the…
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Prioritizing Happiness in Veterinary Medicine with Dr. Lauren Jones
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32:34In this episode, Andrea and David chat with Dr. Lauren Jones, Director of Veterinary Medicine at Shepherd Veterinary Software, Practice Owner at Veterinary Hospital of Chester County, Vet Ninja and Happiness Advocate. Dr Jones gave us tips not only on practice software and efficiency, but how to have a fulfilling and happy career. She clarified the…
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Are Vet Teams Losing Touch? What Happened to Sharing Journals and Learning Together?
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22:40Remember when veterinary break rooms were covered in highlighted journals and sticky notes that said “READ THIS”? This week on The Veterinary Viewfinder, Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor explore how our learning habits have changed and what this means for clinic culture.Are we still learning together… or just scrolling solo?In this thought-provokin…
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They Gave Us 1 Star… Then Came Back: Real Talk on Clients, Conflict, and Managing Criticism
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22:18What do you do when a client trashes your clinic with a negative online review, then schedules another appointment as if nothing happened? In this episode of The Veterinary Viewfinder, Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, MPA, RVT, unpack the emotional and professional complexities of accepting—or refusing—returning clients who’ve publicly criticized …
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Today’s Vaccine and Surgery Hesitancy: What Veterinary Teams Need to Know
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29:22Vaccine and surgery hesitancy isn’t just a human healthcare challenge; veterinary teams are seeing it more often in exam rooms across the country. In this episode of The Veterinary Viewfinder, cohosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, MPA, RVT, take a deep dive into the rising trend of pet parent hesitancy around core vaccines and routine surgical …
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Is Anesthesia Killing the Planet? with Toby Trimble BVM BVS, BVMedSci, MVM, Dip. ECVAA, MRCVS
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26:10With all the buzz around climate change, you may not have stopped to think how our work in anesthesia contributes to the overall warming of the planet. But, Toby Trimble is here to break it down for us. In this episode we discuss some of the ways the anesthesia industry contributes to environmental issues. Volatile anesthetics are potent greenhouse…
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Should Veterinary Clinics Buy Now or Wait? Inflation, Tariffs, and Smart Investments
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27:16In this episode of "The Veterinary Viewfinder," hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, MPA, RVT, tackle a timely topic that every veterinary professional should consider: how inflation, rising tariffs, and supply chain disruptions are affecting big purchasing decisions and clinic growth strategies.As economic pressures mount, practice owners, mana…
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Are we Overdoing it with the Opioids? with Dr. Gianluca Bini
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32:15Listen in to this episode of the Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds podcast for a crucial discussion with Dr. Gianluca Bini on the evolving landscape of perioperative pain management. This episode dives into the potential overuse of opioids in veterinary medicine and explores the exciting possibilities of incorporating Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERA…
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Corporate Pressure & Public Scrutiny: What’s the Impact on Veterinary Careers?
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28:10This week on The Veterinary Viewfinder, hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, MPA, RVT, tackle one of the most urgent and unsettling issues facing veterinary professionals: the growing instability in the profession driven by corporate layoffs, clinic closures, and public scrutiny. They discuss the recent, abrupt shutdown of My Pets Wellness clini…
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Surviving a Down Economy: Supporting Your Veterinary Team in Tough Times
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30:54In this timely and insightful episode of The Veterinary Viewfinder, hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, MPA, RVT, address one of the most pressing concerns facing veterinary professionals today: how to support your clinic team during economic uncertainty. As inflation rises, operating costs soar, and layoffs make headlines, veterinary practices…
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Caring for the Uncommon: Ethical Dilemmas in Exotic Animal Veterinary Care
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27:39Exotic animal pets captivate animal lovers, but their rising popularity brings complex ethical dilemmas for veterinary professionals. In this episode of "The Veterinary Viewfinder," co-hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, MPA, RVT, explore the delicate balance between the desire to own exotic animals and the professional responsibility to ensure…
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Have you been thinking about taking that next step in your tech anesthesia journey? Join Darci Palmer and Tasha McNerney as they break down the specifics of what is involved in the VTS journey. Visit https://www.avtaa-vts.org/application-forms.pml for more information.By Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds
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Decoding Toxic Leadership in Vet Clinics: Is Your Boss the Problem?
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30:28In another thought-provoking episode of The Veterinary Viewfinder, hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, MPA, RVT, explore the complex topic of toxic leadership in veterinary practices. The duo delves into what truly constitutes a toxic boss versus a demanding or challenging manager, examining behaviors that range from a lack of self-awareness an…
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You think your anesthesia plan needs an opioid (and you're probably right) but which one to choose? From receptors to duration, join Stephen, Darci, and Tasha as they discuss which opioids to consider, why they work the way they do, and when to change plans if needed. further reading:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21952398/https://bmcvetres.biomed…
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Let’s Talk about Veterinary CE: Are Influencers Diluting Quality?
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31:03In this episode of The Veterinary Viewfinder, Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, MPA, RVT, discuss how required continuing education (CE) content is selected for veterinary professionals. They delve into the changing landscape of vet conferences, where traditional academic excellence intersects with the modern impact of social media -- and dancing v…
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Oxygenation VS Ventilation Showdown with Meagan Crowley RVT, VTS (Anesthesia & Analgesia)
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29:50Ever wondered about the difference between oxygenation and ventilation? 🫁💨 Join us as Veterinary Technician Specialist Meagan Crowley breaks it down in a way that’s both practical and engaging! Useful for every anesthesia case you perform, we’ll explore why understanding this distinction is critical for patient care. Hypoxemia, hypoventilation, phy…
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How to Turn Your Job into a Lifelong Career with Dr Kelly Cooper
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45:12In this episode, Andrea and David chat with Dr. Kelly Cooper, Veterinarian and Owner of Reality Vet Coaching and Consulting. Together they talk about what it means to be a new leader in veterinary medicine and how to tackle some of the difficult tasks that come with that role. Dr. Cooper talks about how keeping a sense of curiosity and partnership …
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Mentorship in Vet Med: How MentorVet is Transforming Careers
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32:59In this episode of The Veterinary Viewfinder, Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mosser, RVT, MPA, dive into the transformative world of veterinary mentorship with the inspiring founder of MentorVet, Dr. Addie Reinhard and Director of Learning and Development, Mariel Hendricks, RVTg. MentorVet is tackling the profession’s toughest challenges—burnout, isolat…
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Mental Health in Vet Med: Accommodations Young Veterinary Professionals Need to Know
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29:18Dive into this week’s episode of “The Veterinary Viewfinder” with hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, MPA, RVT, as they tackle a pressing topic for young veterinary professionals: mental health accommodations in practice. In this episode, the duo explores how the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) applies to veterinary settings, offering pra…
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Empower and Align: Focusing on What Matters to Transform Your Veterinary Practice with Veterinary Practice Owner Rhys Giannarelli
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33:13In this episode, Andrea and David chat with Rhys Giannarelli, Veterinary Practice Owner and owner of Innovative Veterinary Management Solutions where he provides veterinary leadership teams with the tools and strategies to get their practice on track to accomplish their long term goals. Rhys gets candid with how he was able to provide a psychologic…
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Clinic Changes & Client Communication: Are You Sharing Enough?
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27:35How Much Should Veterinary Teams Disclose to Clients?In this episode of The Veterinary Viewfinder, Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mosser, RVT, tackle an often-overlooked but crucial topic: veterinary transparency. As clinics update treatment protocols, switch vaccine brands, or adjust pricing, the question arises—what do we need to disclose to clients, …
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Managing Intra Op Hypotension with Amanda Shelby
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36:53We are all taught in school that if a patient become hypotensive, they should receive a fluid bolus. But, does that make sense for all patients? When do you reach for an anticholinergic? When do you start that dopamine or norepi? Amanda Shelby RVT, VTS (Anesthesia & Analgesia) is here to explain it all to us. Resources mentioned in this episode:1. …
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Beyond the Job Description: When Extra Tasks Deserve a Raise in Veterinary Medicine
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23:40Veterinary professionals are often asked to take on extra responsibilities outside their original job descriptions. But when do these additional tasks justify a raise, a title change, or more recognition? In this episode of The Veterinary Viewfinder, Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, MPA, RVT, take a deep dive into this complex and sometimes contro…
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The Limit Does Not Exist - Combating Turnover and Burnout in the Veterinary Practice with Dr. Natalie Fayman DVM, iPEC Certified Professional Coach, Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner
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37:57In this episode, Andrea and David chat with Dr. Natalie Fayman DVM, iPEC Certified Professional Coach, Energy Leadership Index Master Practitioner, COR.E Wellbeing Dynamics Specialist, Owner of No Limits Coaching and Recovering Workaholic. Preventing and overcoming burnout in the veterinary field is a daunting task, but Natalie talks about finding …
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Saving Pets in Crisis: How Besty BnB Helps Families in Crisis
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35:58In this powerful episode of The Veterinary Viewfinder, hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, MPA, RVT, sit down with Matt Krentz and Andy Bond, the co-founders of BestyBnB.com, a groundbreaking platform designed to protect pets when their owners face crises such as domestic violence, illness, or homelessness.The discussion reveals shocking statis…
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Join all 3 Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds as we geek out over Alpha 2 drugs! Darci Palmer, Stephen Cital, and Tasha McNerney give you a breakdown of the different alpha 2's you may come across in practice. There are so many alpha two options out there, it can get confusing. From tried and true's like xylazine to newer on the market drugs like ZenAlpha…
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The Goldilocks Zone of Veterinary Diagnostic Testing: Balancing ChatGPT, Client Expectations, and Veterinary Expertise
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30:36In this episode of "The Veterinary Viewfinder," hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mosser, MPA, RVT, tackle the growing influence of AI tools like ChatGPT on veterinary diagnostics. With clients increasingly turning to AI for pet health advice, veterinarians are facing new challenges: handling clients who arrive with a list of recommended tests from C…
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Incorporating ERAS in Anesthesia & Analgesia
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20:27ERAS (enhanced recovery after surgery) are gaining ground in human anesthesia ad surgery, but what do they mean for veterinary medicine? Today I discuss the key ERAS concepts we use when creating a balanced and multi modal protocol. Visit the anesthesia nerds website and check resources for the PDF that goes along with this episode: https://www.vet…
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Leadership and Management - Elevating the Role of the Practice Manager with Jennifer McFatter CVPM, CVBL, SHRM-CP, aPHR, CCFP, FFCP
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39:13In this episode, Andrea and David chat with Jennifer McFatter, CVPM, CVBL, SHRM-CP, aPHR, CCFP, FFCP. Jenn is a multi-site certified veterinary practice manager at National Veterinary Associates. Passionate about veterinary medicine and the talented people in the field, Jenn talks about her passion for taking care of the people who take care of the…
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Virtual Veterinary Professionalism: Dressing for Success in Telemedicine
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32:38In this episode of The Veterinary Viewfinder, Dr. Ernie Ward and registered veterinary technician Beckie Mosser, MPA, RVT, tackle a hotly debated topic in veterinary medicine: professional appearance. While dress codes in the clinic have long sparked discussion, what about virtual or telemedicine visits? How should veterinary professionals present …
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Life After Veterinary Medicine: Dr. Rick LeCouteur's Inspiring Journey from Neurosurgery to Storytelling
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41:39On this week's episode of The Veterinary Viewfinder, co-hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mosser, MPA, RVT, welcome the remarkable Dr. Rick LeCouteur, a trailblazing veterinarian who has redefined what it means to make an impact after a successful veterinary career. Originally from Australia, Dr. LeCouteur's journey spans continents and careers, from…
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Profit isn't a Bad Word in Vet Med with Grace Ursery RVT, CVPM
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48:31In this episode, Andrea and David chat with Grace Ursery RVT, CVPM and owner of Vet Money Geek where she provides financial guidance and coaching for the independent owners of veterinary practices. Grace gets into the art of conveying the value in service from the patient visit to capitalizing on inventory management to what it takes to keep the ho…
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