The Greatest Profession

On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by veterinary well-being advocate and person who can't talk about the animal training she did with the Navy, Melyssa Allen. Matt and Melyssa discuss sleep, singing, and codeword clearance. Melyssa Allen is a double board-certified lifestyle medicine professional and health and wellness coach; she is the founder of Veterinary Well-Being Buddy, which can...

On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by podcast aficionado, Dr. Megan Sprinkle. Matt and Megan discuss shaking hands, social media, and kale. Dr. Sprinkle is a veterinary nutritionist and the creator of the Vet Life Reimagined Podcast! The Greatest Profession Podcast Episode 39: “Be a Mermaid”  is streaming now! Find it on Spotify, Apple, Google, or wherever you get your podcasts.

On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by fellow Fort Collins resident and person in charge of many things, Dr. Emily Tincher. Matt and Emily discuss dinner conversations, supply closets, and a fella named Ross. Dr. Tincher is the Senior Director of Pet Health at Nationwide and the President of the Board of Directors of the Veterinary Leadership Institute.   The Greatest Profession Podcast...

On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by mobile veterinarian and woodland creature enthusiast, Dr. Eve Harrison. Matt and Eve discuss meadows, Bunsen Burners, and getting canceled. Dr. Harrison is the brains behind House Call Vet Academy and the voice behind House Call Vet Cafe Podcast.  You can find everything she does at www.dreveharrison.com The Greatest Profession Podcast Episode 37: “...

On this episode we are joined by fellow UT alum and person whose brain also feels a little wonky at times, Dr. Jessica Lovegrove! Matt and Jessica discuss cell phones, superpowers, and tables full of cucumbers. Dr. Lovegrove is the president of the Relief Veterinary Medical Association and full time relief veterinarian outside of Nashville, TN.  www.thegreatestprofession.com The Greatest Professio...

On this episode we are joined by woman of many hats and the only technician that has been on the podcast, Darlene Geekie! Matt and Darlene discuss floating drywall, mirror twins, and Charlie’s Angels. Darlene is the Leader of Technician Training and Development for Western Vet Partners and former owner of Veterinary Angeles Medical Center in Agora Hills, California. www.thegreatestprofession.com T...

On this episode of the podcast we are joined by almost OBGYN and college student landlord, Dr. Christine Staten. Matt and Christine discuss word problems, Halloween costumes, and what a ‘switch box’ is. Dr. Staten is the owner of Adobe Veterinary Center in Tuscon, Arizona and Dr. Veterinary MBA herself.   Over the course of conversation we meandered through many topics such as community, creating...

On this episode of the podcast we are joined by swing dancer extraordinaire, Dr. Erik Hofmeister! Erik and Matt discuss Dungeons and Dragons, senior pranks, and being cold in Minnesota.  Dr. Hofmeister is Professor of Veterinary Anesthesia at Auburn University and the nimble fingers behind The Vetducator blog ( vetducator.com/ ). The Greatest Profession Podcast Episode 33: “I Leverage Minions” is...

On this episode of the podcast we are joined by accidental veterinary consultant and lover of google-eyes, Dr. Sarah Wolff! Sarah and Matt discuss being wonderful, pleasant hellos, and yelling into the void. Dr. Wolff is a small animal veterinarian and consultant that can be found at www.drsarahwolff.com/ The Greatest Profession Podcast Episode 32: “Assume Something Wonderful”  is streaming now! F...

On this episode of the podcast we are joined by ex-pat and doctor who manages chronic disease for, like, a while, Dr. Lawren Durocher-Babek! Matt and Lawren discuss the name Giuseppe, polite protestors, and how crazy time zones are. Dr. Durocher-Babek is an internal medicine specialist certified in hospice and palliative care working in Hong Kong. www.thegreatestprofession.com The Greatest Profess...

On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by accidental entrepreneur and 33% of the reason many of us passed the NAVLE, Dr. Ira Gordon. Matt and Ira discuss closet size, being afraid to get a real job, and how famous he isn't. Dr. Gordon founded a game called "stump the dumbass" with a few of his vet school classmates. This was since rebranded to a little company called VetPrep. This is an esp...

On this episode of the podcast we are joined by sparrow aficionado, Dr. Anthony Chadwick! Matt and Anthony discuss bees, kissing frogs, and solastalgia (a posh word). Dr. Chadwick is CVO and founder of The Webinar Vet, CVO of Simply Vets, and a career surgeon and dermatologist in the UK. At his heart he is a lover of sparrows, conservation, and making an impact (whatever size it may be).  www.theg...

On this episode of the podcast we are joined by fellow Veterinary Innovation Summit attendee and doctor of many letters, Dr. Beth Venit! Matt and Beth have been the closest of pals for almost a full month! In this episode they discuss gardens, using AI to regulate itself, and having dinner ready when you come home. Dr. Venit (VMD, MPH, DACVPM) is the chief veterinary officer of the American Associ...

On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by the unwitting object of Matt’s professional jealousy, Dr. Cindy Trice! Matt and Cindy discuss the unexpected twists in life, haircuts, pajamas, and the art of being adaptable. Dr. Trice, a dynamic, resilient, and incredibly supportive force in the veterinary industry, shares stories of her journey. Dr. Cindy Trice is the founder of Relief Rover, CoF...

On this episode of the podcast, our host, Matt Asciutto reflects back on an idea that was brought up in the last episode "All Consuming Seasons of Life" featuring Dr. Emily Singler: specifically the idea of engaging in risky behavior.  By the end of the episode, we hope to offer at least a little encouragement to go for it! Please visit our website for more: www.thegreatestprofession.com www.tgppo...

On this episode of the podcast we are joined by mother, writer, veterinarian, and whatever profession that combines all three, Dr. Emily Singler. Matt Asciutto, DVM and Emily Singler, VMD talk about unicorn shirts, parents talking about parenting, and how maybe our brains are lying to us.    Dr. Singler is a consultant, mentor, and writer. Her new book "Pregnancy and Postpartum Considerations for...

On this episode of the podcast, our host, Matt Asciutto reflects back on how our early academic pursuits shape our entire worldview - and how often times we shape an entire life based on guidance that may or may not have any merit. This is true for veterinarians, of course; but any pre-professional student likely can see little pieces of their own journey in this as well. Thank you, Dr. Katherine...

On this episode of the podcast we are joined by amateur flautist and professional educator, Dr. Katherine Fogelberg. Matt and Katherine (ok, ok - Dean Fogelberg) talk about witchcraft, battlefields, and the inequitable distribution of talent. Dr. Fogelberg is the Associate Dean for Professional Programs and Associate Professor at Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine.    www.thegreatest...

On this episode of the podcast, our host, Matt Asciutto reflects back on something that was brought up in the last episode "Wouldn't Say the Words," featuring Dr. Robert Parkins. Specifically: what a veterinarian can say when asked "what do you do?" By the end of the episode, we hope to offer a few alternate job titles you can throw out in the hopes of avoiding uncomfortable conversations. Please...

On this episode of the podcast we are joined by Mr. Adrenaline Junkie himself: Dr. Robert Parkins. Matt and Robert talk about water sports, Wrestlemania, how necessary it is to Pi-vot. Dr. Parkins is an emergency doctor in Matt's hometown: San Diego, California.    www.thegreatestprofession.com   The Greatest Profession Podcast Episode 21: “Wouldn't Say the Words” is streaming now! Find it on Spot...

On this episode of the podcast, our host, Matt Asciutto reflects back on our experience at the AVMA Convention and the complexities involved in defining success. He also premiers his new song "Oh Hold (a cordial request)," a musical representation of what happens when an emergency veterinarian becomes captivated by the Poison Control hold music and slips into a trance.  By the end of the episode,...

This episode of the podcast is part two of our conversation with Dr. Jess Trichel. Together, Matt and Jess discuss losing track of time, good ideas, and single-serving friends.   In this part two of a two part conversation with Dr. Trichel, we lean on Dr. Trichel's vast experience within veterinary lending and higher corporations to provide insight into where we are as an industry.  Jess Trichel i...

On this episode of the podcast, we are joined by snow cone enthusiast, Dr. Jess Trichel. Together, Matt and Jess discuss four-wheeling, petting horses, and what it's like to be a connoisseur of rental cars.  This is part one of a two part conversation with Dr. Trichel. In part one we cover her path into veterinary medicine, her own journey finding happiness through exploring personal values, and o...

On this, part two of our conversation with Laura Bailey, Matt and Laura go on to discuss Christmas parties, expensive signs, and how we'll know when we've arrived.  If you missed it, be sure to check out part one of this two-part conversation! Laura Bailey is still a small animal general practitioner living in coastal North Carolina. She and her husband, Clayton, own a small animal practice in Mor...

On this episode of the podcast we are joined by Laura Bailey. As real life best-pals, Laura and Matt talk about anything and everything; that's why we had to split the conversation into two episodes. On this first installment, we talk about adult braces, linebackers, and being part of the problem. We also dive into conversations about sexual harassment and our personal experiences with suicide. Fo...