The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360

Matt Brunke, DVM, DACVSMR, CCRP, CVPP, CVA, is a native New Yorker, having grown up in New York, New York. He received his BS in animal science from Cornell University in 2000 and his DVM from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine in St Kitts, graduating in 2004. He received his certification in rehabilitation in 2008 from the University of Tennessee Certified Canine Rehabilitation Practit...

Our profession has so many opportunities to educate and inspire.  More specifically, we love to teach and educate children about animals and the careers involved in veterinary medicine.  Meet veterinarian, and author of the children’s book “The Doggy Doctor and The Upset Tummy," Jacqueline Johnson, DVM. Learn about her passion in writing and how this incredible story came to fruition! 

Neil Shaw,DVM, DACVIM was the medical founder of BluePearl Veterinary Partners and served as the first Chief Medical Officer for Mars, Inc.  Following a brief retirement, Neil founded SignalPET, proving the vision that independent primary care veterinarians can harness artificial intelligence to seamlessly expand their range and depth of care.

Legend Thurman is a third-year DVM Candidate at the Royal Veterinary College in London, England. Catholic University of America graduate, originally from Washington, PA and Washington, DC.  Thurman aspires to be a full-time governmental veterinarian after graduation, advocating for change in veterinary medicine in legislation, public policy, and advocacy. Over the past three years she has served a...

Steve Dale, CABC, writes for veterinary professionals and pet owners, hosts 2 national radio programs, and has appeared on TV shows ranging from Good Morning America to Oprah . He is on the dvm360® Editorial Advisory Board as well as the boards of the Human-Animal Bond Association and EveryCat Health Foundation. He appears at conferences around the world. Visit stevedale.tv .  Join us as he talks...

Michael Lucroy, DVM, MS, DACVIM (oncology),  graduated from Purdue University, and went on to do a small animal internship at University of Saskatchewan. From there, Lucroy went to UC Davis to complete a medical oncology residency and graduate school, where he was a post-grad researcher at the Center for Companion Animal Health.  He moved on up, starting a private speciality practice in central Fl...

Pam Hale, DVM, MBA, is the Chief Medical Officer for Destination Pet’s and a graduate of the Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine. She earned her master of business administration from St. George’s University. Dr Hale is a member of the AVMA and Georgia VMA. She serves on the Dean’s Counsel for Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine and the American Veterinary Medical Ass...

Veterinary students are not only inspiring, but resilient as well with their overriding passion for veterinary medicine. Stacey Thomas is no exception, embarking on her new journey as a first-year veterinary student (Class of 2023) at the University of Arizona.  Her path to veterinary medicine like most veterinary professionals is not linear, starting on the human side of medicine for many years p...

Co-owner of Florida Veterinary Advisors and financial advisor, Tom Seeko, offers up a few tips on how to improve your clinics net worth. Seeko began his focus in the veterinary field in 2014, along with becoming approved to provide continuing education in the state of Florida in 2017.  In early 2018, Seeko became an approved RACE provider through the AAVSB. As of now, Seeko and his team are involv...

Kash Kuruppu, DVM, received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph, Canada. Subsequently, she completed her graduate studies in Epidemiology using big data technologies and machine learning to identify and predict risk factors for diseases in animal populations. Most recently, she was the co-founder and Chief Medical Officer at a technolo...

People, processes and problems have changed drastically with the pandemic. Join me as I chat with Maureen Joseph, Chief People Officer of GoodVets about culture, values and what it means to the Chief People Officer of an organization. Maureen Joseph is the Chief People Officer of GoodVets, and an experienced HR leader and entrepreneur with a demonstrated history of working across industries. Maure...

We’ve all been there. “Did I send enough?” “Did I write enough?” “Oh I’ll just let them figure it out.” Learn easy things to make you and the life of your pathologist way easier when collaborating with your patients! Establish a good relationship with them and it will make for effective communication. Listen as I chat with my wonderful friend, colleague and veterinary pathologist, Veronica King, D...

Shawn Messonnier, DVM, is the owner of Paws & Claws Holistic Animal Hospital. He is also the author of the award-winning “The Natural Health Bible for Dogs & Cats” and,  “The Natural Vet's Guide to Preventing and Treating Cancer in Dogs, and Breast Choices for the Best Chances: Your Breasts, Your Life, and How YOU Can Win The Battle!“ Dr. Messonier’s interests includeChinese/Western Herbol...

Jan Bellows, DVM, DAVDC, DABVP, FAVD, is board certified by American Veterinary Dental College and American Board of Veterinary Practitioner. He is the current president of the Foundation for Veterinary Dentistry. Dr. Bellows practices veterinary dentistry at All Pets Dental in Weston, Florida.  Bellows is also the author of "Small Animal Dental Equipment Materials and Techniques, 2nd Ed" and "Fel...

Kash Kuruppu, DVM, received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph, Canada. Subsequently, she completed her graduate studies in Epidemiology using big data technologies and machine learning to identify and predict risk factors for diseases in animal populations. Most recently, she was the co-founder and Chief Medical Officer at a technolo...

As the the co-hosts of Vet Med After Hours Podcast and founders of the #vetyoumatter Campaign, Alec Failor and Tracy Sands, DVM, discuss their efforts in creating a work-life balance environment.    Dr. Tracy Sands is the practice owner of Healing Paws Veterinary Care & Pet Resort in Pennsylvania and Alec Failor is the Practice Manager and Clinic Wellness Coach. Tracy is a mom who loves kayaki...

Dr. Phil Tucak, BSc., BVMS, is the Veterinary Business Professional of the Year for 2020 . Phil is an Australian veterinarian, communications manager and veterinary journalist. As the Wildlife Outreach Vet , he works to share the conversation about conservation. Phil works in clinical practice at Cottesloe Vet in Perth, along with working as a writer and communications manager for several veterina...

Anya Babbitt is the CEO & Co-Founder of Mella Pet Care. Her shih tzu mix, Mella, is the namesake for the company. As an entrepreneur, Anya has built and exited multiple startups across industries and her work has been recognized by the United Nations, Wall Street Journal, and more. Her specialty is strategic partnerships, deal closing, and team building.   Ben Seidman is the COO & Co-Found...

Remember what your hospital was like before COVID-19?  That chapter is in the books and we need to find creative ways of keeping team members employed, engaged and useful as we adapt to the changes in place.  Erin Potts from Veterinary Hospital Association (VHA) shares with us how the pandemic impacted veterinary employees. She also offers some great tips for employees who need to work from home. ...

Veterinarian and board member of the Women’s Veterinary Leadership Development Initiative (WVLDI), Dr. Rebecca Steers, discusses her journey into veterinary medicine. She also touches on leadership and the Women’s Veterinary Leadership Development Initiative. Do you think leaders are born, or developed? Or possibly, a combination of both?  We would love to get your input!

Kristin Kirkby Shaw, DVM, MS, PhD, Diplomate ACVS, Diplomate ACVSMR  creates personalized treatment plans for dogs with or at-risk of arthritis. These plans typically include: physical rehabilitation, intra-articular therapies, or surgery; but they always include comprehensive pain management, weight loss (if indicated), regular exercise, and wholesome nutrition. She is also an educator, teaching...

Nicole Clausen, CSSGB, CCFP, Founder, Veterinary Inventory Strategy Network, Owner/CEO of Veterinary Care Logistics, shares how she became a veterinary inventory manager and covers the top 5 ways veterinary hospitals can reduce cost of goods!

Chand Khanna, DVM, PhD, is a veterinary oncologist and Chief Science Officer for Ethos Veterinary Health. Khanna is also a two-time recipient of the NCI Distinguished Mentor Award and was the 2010 recipient of the NCI award for outstanding Research. He has maintained a strong connection to the field of veterinary oncology and animal health. He continues to be an active clinician within his referra...

Dr. Laura Catena graduated from The Ohio State College of Veterinary Medicine. She is a small animal relief veterinarian and entrepreneur. Dr. Catena developed The ArmOR Hand Animal Handling Gloves after an injury she endured while working emergency medicine. Her injury resulted in extensive surgery and months of physical therapy to regain use of her hand. ArmOR Hand is a compassionate glove, desi...

Marlaina Hrosch is a licensed veterinary technician and technician training manager at Veterinary Emergency Group. She love all things emergency medicine, especially trauma and toxicity cases. Her focus is on training veterinary technicians to understand the "why" behind everything they do. Hrosch recently sat for her veterinary technician specialty exam in emergency and critical care, and is anxi...