Episodes
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Rachel Siu, DVM, has dedicated over a decade to the specialized field of exotic pet medicine. Her extensive experience encompasses a diverse array of species, including reptiles, birds, small mammals, and amphibians. Siu has a significant following on social media, where she aims to raise awareness and profile of exotic pets, their treatment, and care.
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Join us for an inspiring conversation with Dr. Alejandro Bernal, CEO of Wedgewood Pharmacy and a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine with over 25 years of experience in animal health. Dr. Bernal shares his journey and insights on industry challenges, and highlights Wedgewood Pharmacy’s approach to connecting veterinary professionals with the exciting innovations transforming veterinary care.
Learning Objectives:
• Hear more about changes expected to impact the veterinary industry within the next five to ten years.
• Learn how veterinary professionals can improve their mental health and establish a better work-life balance.
• Gain insight into the latest technological developments shaping the veterinary field. -
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Pam Hale, DVM, MBA, JM, has held numerous high level leadership roles within veterinary medicine, from chief of staff to chief medical officer. She is a highly engaged veterinary industry consultant as an operation, start up and firm building subject matter expert. She is a graduate of the Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine. Earning her Master of Business Administration from St. George’s University. Hale also earned in 2023 a Juris Master’s degree from Florida State University. She is a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association and Georgia VMA. She serves on the Dean’s Counsel for Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine and the American Veterinary Medical Association Professional Liability Insurance Trust. She served on the inaugural board of the Wedgewood Pharmacy Advisory Board from 2022-2023. She recently joined the board of the Society of Veterinary Medical Ethics (SVME). In addition, she is a member of Vet Partners and the CHIEF organization for women executives. She shares her home in Atlanta, GA with 5 pups and husband, Chuck (USAF veteran retired).
George Melillo, VMD, founder and chief veterinary officer of Heart + Paw, is a graduate of the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine. He has had a long career working in private practice, as a practice owner, and in corporate veterinary medicine. In addition, Melillo has also been involved in two successful start-ups in human pharmaceuticals. Melillo started Heart + Paw with a passion for the profession. His vision was to create a practice where veterinarians and veterinary care providers, who he believes have the noblest of hearts, can practice happy, healthy, and successfully. In addition, the vision for Heart + Paw was to reimagine pet care for the pet parent and create a new model of care for pets. Outside of veterinary medicine, Melillo lives with his wife of 34 years and his 12-year-old Jack Russell rescue, Pancho.
Keith True, DVM, MBA, chose a career in veterinary medicine because of his love for animals, and a desire to pursue the many entrepreneurial opportunities the field offers. After graduating from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine in 2014, True became a partner at three hospitals in the Chicagoland area. During that time, he developed expertise in orthopedic surgery and discovered a love for building successful businesses, including the foundational work of developing strong, cohesive teams. His interest in business led True to pursue a Master’s in Business Administration. True founded True Vet Potential in 2023 with a goal focused on removing the barriers to practice ownership and providing the necessary business training and coaching to help veterinarians thrive in the field of entrepreneurship. True and his wife, Lauren, are the proud parents of 4 young children and enjoy traveling the world, whether it be for marathon running or pleasure. -
Jessica Vogelsang, DVM is a veterinarian, international speaker, bestselling author of All Dogs Go to Kevin, and Chief Medical Officer at AAHA. As the founder of Pawcurious Media back in 2009, she was one of the first veterinarians to explore how the internet was going to impact the profession and build community. In that time she reached hundreds of thousands of pet owners around the world, helped launch multiple veterinary brands, and created the Veterinary Telemedicine community in response to COVID-19. In addition to her work at AAHA, she currently sits on the boards of the Mark Morris Institute, Pet Nutrition Alliance, and the Veterinary Virtual Care Association.
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Melani Seymour explains the factors that are driving younger practice owners to sell their business.
About Melani
Melani Seymour is a serial entrepreneur and veterinary industry change agent, dedicated to revolutionizing practice ownership and transitions. As co-founder of Transitions Elite and DVM Elite, she has worked with over 1,100 veterinary owners, positioning practices as premium assets in the market. Melani's expertise in veterinary practice growth, business strategy, and high-value negotiations has consistently transformed average practices into highly sought-after acquisitions. With a background in psychology and a passion for philanthropy, she ensures her companies contribute significantly to social good, including microfinance initiatives and local charities. Melani holds an M.Sc. from the Institute of Psychiatry, King's College London, and combines deep industry insights with innovative business approaches to unlock the full potential of veterinary practices and their owners. -
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Meghan Solc, DVM, DACVD, grew up on a hobby farm in Brockville, Ontario, Canada. Solc later moved to Prince Edward Island, Canada, where she ultimately achieved her dream of becoming a veterinarian, receiving her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine in 2012 from the Atlantic Veterinary College. After graduation, Solc relocated to Toronto, Ontario, to complete a rotating and specialty dermatology internship. She was accepted into a residency with Thrive Pet Healthcare Partner Dermatology for Animals. In 2018, she became an American College of Veterinary Dermatology diplomate.
Solc has continued her work with Dermatology for Animals in Akron, Ohio, and recently moved to Catonsville, Maryland. She has trained two dermatology specialty technicians and continues to work with residents through the ACVD. In 2024, she received the dvm360 Veterinary Heroes Award for dermatology.
She resides in Baltimore with her wife, Katie, and their fur kids, Bruce, Iris, and Max. When she's not promoting the field of veterinary dermatology, Solc can be found traveling, hiking, rowing, and exploring new foodie spots. -
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CJ Burnett, CExP, is an owner and financial advisor with The Next Step Planning Group & Florida Veterinary Advisors. He also hosts a podcast that discusses a wide range of financial topics for veterinarians called "The Smarter Vet Podcast." In 2024 he authored a book: "Unleashed: The Financial Clarity Every Veterinarian Needs."
In 2022 Burnett was invited to join a board of a dozen advisors that produces the educational content for financial advisors across the United States. When speaking at financial advisor conferences, he reaches nearly 1,700 financial advisors per year to educate them on unique planning concepts, financial market conditions, and rarely known business owner strategies. He also gives talks to financial advisor firms throughout the year.
Although he is an analyst at heart, Burnett enjoys working directly with people. In 2011, he started his business, The Next Step Planning Group. Over the years, Burnett, who is a Certified Exit Planner, has had success working with business owners on structuring a financial plan that gives them the most control over the results they are after. Burnett does not want to only help people with their financial plans; he wants to change what’s possible for them; to show them how to master the “short game” for them to win the “long game.” Burnett also enjoys working with clients on their charitable giving goals. He works with them to structure a plan to minimize the tax impact on them and maximize the impact they can make when giving money to 501(c)(3) entities.
Tom Seeko,CExP, is a financial advisor and business financial guide who works with veterinarians, owners, and veterinary teams. His experience in the financial industry started in 2011 but his desire to support the veterinary industry began in 2014. He is the co-host of The Smarter Vet Financial Podcast, co-owner of Florida Veterinary Advisors, national speaker, publication writer, and book author of Unleashed: The Financial Clarity That Every Veterinarian Needs. -
Sponsored by Elanco.
Novel targeted therapies can provide rapid relief for canine allergic and atopic dermatitis. In this podcast, Andrew Rosenberg, DVM, and Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, react to the availability of a once-daily oral JAK inhibitor, highlighting it as an advancement in managing difficult skin conditions in dogs.
Learning Objectives:Understand the various causes of canine allergic and atopic dermatitis.Gain insight into using available treatment options to manage canine allergic and atopic dermatitis.Learn how Zenrelia™ (ilunocitinib tablets) can be used to offer dogs relief from pruritus associated with allergic and atopic dermatitis. DISCLAIMER
Zenrelia, Elanco, and the diagonal bar logo are trademarks of Elanco or its affiliates. PM-US-24-1649
INDICATIONS
Zenrelia is indicated for control of pruritus associated with allergic dermatitis and control of atopic dermatitis in dogs at least 12 months of age.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Read the entire package insert before using this drug, including the Boxed Warning.
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WARNING: VACCINE-INDUCED DISEASE AND INADEQUATE IMMUNE RESPONSE TO VACCINES. Based on results of the vaccine response study, dogs receiving Zenrelia are at risk of fatal vaccine-induced disease and inadequate immune response to vaccines. Discontinue Zenrelia for at least 28 days to 3 months prior to vaccination and withhold Zenrelia for at least 28 days after vaccination. Dogs should be up to date on vaccinations prior to starting Zenrelia. Do not use in dogs less than 12 months old or dogs with a serious infection. Monitor dogs for infections because Zenrelia may increase susceptibility to opportunistic infections. Neoplastic conditions (benign and malignant) were observed during clinical studies. Consider the risks and benefits of treatment in dogs with a history of recurrence of these conditions. The most common adverse reactions were vomiting, diarrhea and lethargy. Zenrelia has not been evaluated in breeding, pregnant, or lactating dogs and concurrent use with glucocorticoids, cyclosporine, or other systemic immunosuppressive agents has not been tested. For full prescribing information see package insert. -
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Mars Science & Diagnostics, a relatively new division of Mars Petcare, focuses on veterinary diagnostic and scientific research. Its vision aligns well with legacy brand, Antech, in helping veterinary professionals predict, diagnose, and monitor wellness or disease using science, data, and technology, so pets can live their healthiest lives.
Learning Objectives:Learn how Antech’s KeyScreen® test harnesses PCR testing.Hear how the Antech Imaging Services® RapidRead™ test complements the expertise of veterinarians by harnessing artificial intelligence to provide rapid imaging solutions. Understand what makes the Nu.Q® Canine Cancer Test so attractive in monitoring the wellness of high-risk breeds and senior dogs. -
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Boaz Man, DVM, is the owner and medical director of Boca Midtowne Animal Hospital, an AAHA accredited facility. He is a fear free certified professional with over 20 years of experience in private practice. Man earned his bachelor’s at the University of Miami and Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Ross University. He is a national speaker on digital cytology and laser surgery and believes in the power of social media storytelling to advance animal health care. You can find him on Instagram @bocamidtownevet. -
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Of French origin and raised in equatorial Africa and Canada, Anne Chauvet, DVM, DACVIM, CHT-V, graduated from the University of Saskatchewan Western College of Veterinary Medicine, Saskatoon, in 1990. She completed a 1-year small animal rotating internship at the University of Illinois School, Urbana, and pursued a residency in neurology/neurosurgery at the university of California, Davis from 1991-1993. While on staff at the University of Wisconsin from 1994-1999, Madison, Chauvet created the Basic Science Course in Veterinary and Comparative Neurology & Neurosurgery that is now known as “brain camp”. She later moved to Florida’s gulf coast where she grew her practice until its sale in 2016. Since, Chauvet has worked in practice in both Canada and the United States. She is trained in rehabilitation and certified in hyperbaric medicine.
Over her career, Chauvet has obtained multiple business and veterinary awards, served on ACVIM and not-for-profit local committees and boards, lectured in multiple countries, authored and co-authored numerous articles and book chapters, created a educational video in rehabilitation for clients, and written a children’s book. She embraces integrating medicine styles to support the need of the patient. -
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Sue Ettinger, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology), brings over two decades of veterinary oncology experience to her role as a trusted authority in the field. As the head of the oncology service at Guardian Veterinary Specialists in Brewster, New York, she is one of only 450 board-certified specialists in medical oncology in North America. Ettinger's expertise is rooted in her residency at the Animal Medical Center in New York City.
In addition to her clinical work, Dr Sue, also known as Dr Sue Cancer Vet®, is recognized for her educational contributions and was awarded the 2019 Western Veterinary Conference Small Animal Continuing Educator of the Year. She is a sought-after international speaker, a book author, and a valuable resource for pet owners and veterinary professionals. Her "See Something, Do Something, Why Wait? Aspirate.®" campaign is dedicated to raising cancer awareness and promoting early detection.
As a prominent online figure, Dr Sue actively engages with a dedicated audience of 50,000 followers on Instagram, 47,000 on Facebook, and 25,000 on YouTube, sharing essential resources and support for both pet owners and veterinary professionals.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, she finds joy in her role as a proud mother to 2 teenage boys and shares her home with her fun-loving yellow Labrador, Penelope. In her leisure time, she is passionate about running, traveling, and enjoying tropical beach destinations. -
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Carl Palazzolo, DVM, graduated from veterinary school at Michigan State University in 1978. He practiced in Michigan for 2 years prior to moving to California in 1980. Palazzolo then worked at the Sun Surf Animal Hospital in Sunset Beach, California from 1980-1985 and then relief work from 1985-1989. He received his MBA in 1985 from Pepperdine and in 1989, purchased the Long Beach Animal Hospital. He sold that practice at the end of 2018.
Palazzolo has been in private practice for 46 years and taught conservation medicine and wildlife digital photography since the first trip to Africa in 1986. He is also an author of PULSE digital photography articles since 2015 -
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Michael Shirley is Chief Empowerment Officer of Family Pet Health in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. He believes that the key to success is to hire great people, equip them with the tools they need, and then work alongside them to accomplish great things. Before opening Family Pet Health with his wife, Amy Shirley, DVM, Michael enjoyed a 16-year career in education as a 4-H agent, then as a high school agriculture teacher and FFA advisor.
He uses his experience developing students to now train and empower his veterinary team. He also enjoys educating pet parents through social media channels, as well as his podcast, The Family Pet Podcast. In January of 2020, Michael created the Veterinary Leadership Book Club which can be found on Facebook and has more than 3,000 veterinary professionals as members. -
Sheena Davis, LVT, VTS (Dentistry),VCC is a graduate of the Vet Tech Institute of Pittsburgh, earning her AS degree in specialized technology. Upon completion of her externship at the Animal Medical Center 2004 she sat for the VTNE in 2005 and passed.
She is a New York-based veterinary technician that has over 18 years of experience in the field of small animal medicine. She earned her veterinary technician specialization in dentistry and certification in cannabis counseling in 2020. Davis enjoys lecturing at conferences, is a published peer-reviewed author, a host for the veterinary podcast “Catnip and Chill,” a board member for The Veterinary Cannabis Society, and is the owner of Big Apple LVT Consulting and Education. -
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Erin Maegerle is currently in her second year at Rowan University, enrolled in the inaugural class of the Schriber School of Veterinary Medicine’s 3+4 BSDVM program. A 2023 magna cum laude graduate from Egg Harbor Township High School, she has been working in various roles in small animal practices in South Jersey since she was 16. Maegerle is also involved in a research lab at Rowan, studying the behavior of wildlife species in South Jersey. Growing up at the Jersey Shore, she developed a lifelong fascination with horseshoe crabs and is eager to learn more about their ecology and conservation. A passionate and accomplished musical theatre enthusiast, she recently starred as Philia in "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" with Fool Moon Theatre Company in Margate, NJ. Maegerle also has a Shih Tzu named Phineas, a cat named Herman, and a variety of reptiles and is looking forward to a long and exciting career in veterinary medicine. -
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Greg Bishop, DVM, is here to draw some humor into veterinary medicine. A practicing veterinarian with a knack for storytelling, Bishop is also an author, speaker, cartoonist, and the illustrator of more than half a dozen beloved children's books.
Known for his playful, yet well-researched approach, Bishop's recipe involves education and entertainment in equal proportions. He spices it up on his weekly blog, SasquatchPaw.com, with humorous and insightful takes on animal science, medical culture, and the absurd corners of modernity.
A polished and versatile writer, he's also the official cartoonist for Veterinary Practice News, and submits cartoons monthly to The New Yorker. He's a restless creative, and an award-winning speaker and scientific writer. Bishop is here to entertain all audiences, great and small. -
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Ashley Randall, DVM, brings her passion for animal care and advocacy for underserved communities together as the founder and CEO of Muse Veterinary Group. After earning her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Tuskegee University in 2009, Randall quickly became a rising talent treating pets at The Village Vets of Decatur. Her skills in surgery, dentistry, and emergency medicine speak for themselves.
Yet her vision stretched beyond building an individual practice. Randall dreamed of creating opportunities for the next generation of vets, especially vets of color, to carry on the legacy of care in their neighborhoods. In 2015, she took a bold step - purchasing and renovating a defunct clinic to establish the West End Animal Wellness Center. Serving over 6,000 clients, the Wellness Center became a pillar in a vibrant local community.
Now Randall is taking her advocacy work further with Muse Veterinary Group. By acquiring respected black-owned clinics, she preserves their legacies while empowering new vets to learn from the best.
Her own journey lights the way, from Tuskegee graduate to practice owner to an entrepreneur building bridges between communities. At Muse, she's creating space for women of color to excel in a field where representation matters.
Meet the vet rewriting the script and honoring the past while cultivating the talents of the future. Her drive to open doors for others is what makes Randall a leader worth watching and supporting. We're proud to have her vision guiding the way at Muse Veterinary Group. -
Joya Griffin, DVM, DACVD, is an Ohio native and graduated from Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2006. While attending Cornell, she earned numerous awards, including the Dermatology Service Award for her aptitude in clinical dermatology and her research on Malassezia otitis externa. After graduation, she completed an internship at the VCA Berwyn and Aurora animal hospitals in the Chicago area, where she was awarded the Intern Abstract Award for her presentation on methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. Griffin returned to Cornell in 2007 for a residency in dermatology and, after completing her residency training program, served 1 year as an instructor of dermatology, teaching fourth-year clinical students and lecturing to underclassmen on bacterial, fungal, and immune-mediated skin diseases. Griffin became a diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Dermatology in August 2010 and joined the Animal Dermatology Group. She has a special interest in fungal and immune-mediated skin diseases, as well as feline and equine dermatology. She enjoys lecturing to fellow veterinarians, mentoring residents, and teaching the veterinary students who extern with her. Griffin also stars in the Nat Geo WILD television series Pop Goes the Vet With Dr Joya, which highlights the challenging and mysterious cases she encounters in veterinary dermatology. Griffin always strives to care for her patients as if they are her own pets and loves building a long-lasting relationship with their pet parents. Outside of work, Griffin enjoys spending time with her family and pets. She is married to Forrest Cummings, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), a veterinary internal medicine specialist, and they have 3 children: Caden and boy/girl twins Coby and Carter. They have a kitten named Donut and 2 dogs, Guri and Magic. Griffin loves traveling, eating the delicious meals her hubby cooks for her, and working out.
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Greg Echols, DVM, is a small animal relief veterinarian providing service to pets in the Charlotte, North Carolina area. Competitive bodybuilding and powerlifting are 2 of his favorite things to pursue outside of veterinary medicine.
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