Extraordinary Vets

In this episode of Extraordinary Vets , host Dr. Donna Harris sits down with Dr. Emily King to discuss her multi-faceted journey through veterinary medicine. From hanging her own shingle in 2003 to expanding her digital footprint, Dr. King shares the invaluable leadership and longevity lessons she has picked up along the way. Dr. King also shares her absolute must-read book that changed the trajec...

In this episode of Extraordinary Vets , host Dr. Donna Harris sits down with Dr. Mark Johnston, CEO of Vetstream, for a deeply candid conversation about career evolution, resilience, and global impact. Dr. Johnston shares his personal journey from a traditional clinical education at Cambridge to navigating severe, hidden burnout during the intensity of equine practice. That pivotal crisis became t...

In this special edition of the Extraordinary Vets Podcast , host Dr. Donna Harris sits down with Dr. Jamie Barnabei. With nearly a decade of federal service leading national programs in animal health and emergency preparedness, Dr. Barnabei draws on her deep expertise to break down what this parasite is and how it works.

In this episode of Extraordinary Vets , host Dr. Donna Harris sits down with the remarkable Dr. Lisa Freeman, a veterinarian, whose career path led her from comparative biomedical research all the way to becoming the 13th president of Northern Illinois University . Discover her insights on veterinary science, research, leadership, and her dedication to community engagement.

You won't find Dr. Charlotte Lacroix in a courtroom, but you will find her resolving the day-to-day legal puzzles that veterinarians face nationwide. As both a DVM and a transactional attorney, Dr. Lacroix uses her dual perspective to spot critical issues in employment agreements, non-competes, and equity arrangements. Dr. Lacroix shares her unique journey from UC Davis to practicing law, offe...

In this episode of Extraordinary Vets , host Dr. Donna Harris sits down with Dr. Richard Linnehan, a veterinarian and NASA astronaut who completed four space shuttle missions. Dr. Linnehan pulls back the curtain on his career path that led him from marine mammal research to the flight deck of the Space Shuttle. He describes the grueling reality of Extravehicular Activity (EVA) likening the high-st...

In this episode of Extraordinary Vets , host Dr. Donna Harris sits down with Dr. Myron Kebus, a specialist in fish production medicine, to explore one of the most unique and rapidly evolving career paths in veterinary medicine. Dr. Kebus shares his journey from the early days of a niche industry to the establishment of board-certified fish health specialties. We dive into the fascinating world of...

What happens when a Mizzou-trained veterinarian trades his stethoscope for a pen to become a #1 New York Times bestselling author? In this episode of Extraordinary Vets , host Dr. Donna Harris sits down with Dr. James Rollins, the creative mastermind behind the acclaimed Sigma Force series, to explore his fascinating career. If you’re looking for a gripping read to dive into this month, James Roll...

In this episode of Extraordinary Vets, host Dr. Donna Harris interviews Dr. Christy Lee, a veterinarian with a unique career path that includes working with exotic animals and wildlife rehabilitation. Dr. Lee shares her journey from aspiring veterinarian to her current roles in small animal practice and zoo medicine. She discusses the importance of mentorship, creating opportunities during veterin...

In this episode of Extraordinary Vets, host Dr. Donna Harris interviews Dr. Eric Davis, founder of Rural Area Veterinary Services (RAVS). Dr. Davis shares his journey from a rural veterinarian to a leader in veterinary education and community service. He discusses the challenges and rewards of working with underserved communities, particularly on Indian reservations, and the evolution of RAVS into...

In this special "Dean’s Edition" of Extraordinary Vets , host Dr. Donna Harris sits down with three deans who prove there is no single "right" way to reach the top of academia. Inside the Episode: Building from the Ground Up : Dr. Heidi Banse (Arkansas State University) discusses the challenge of launching a brand-new vet school and explains the "community center model&quo...

In this episode of Extraordinary Vets, host Dr. Donna Harris interviews Dr. Joe Gaydos, a marine mammal veterinarian and science director at the SeaDoc Society. They discuss Joe's unique career path, his experiences in wildlife medicine, and the importance of ocean health and conservation. Joe shares insights from his time in Zimbabwe, his transition to marine mammals, and his efforts in educa...

In this episode of Extraordinary Vets , host Dr. Donna Harris welcomes Dr. Justin Schlanser, Colonel in the U.S. Army, Chief of the U.S. Army Veterinary Corps, and Commander of Public Health Command East. Joining the conversation are Second Lieutenant Shelby Friend and Second Lieutenant Selena Gomez, veterinary students and recipients of the Army’s Health Professions Scholarship Program. Together,...

In this episode of Extraordinary Vets, host Dr. Donna Harris interviews Dr. Daphne Mobley, a veterinarian with a diverse career path that includes lab animal medicine, corporate roles, and entrepreneurship. Dr. Mobley shares her journey from a childhood dream of becoming a veterinarian to her experiences in the corporate world and her eventual leap into entrepreneurship. She discusses her book, &#...

Discover what it really takes to become a successful dairy veterinarian and how veterinarians transition into the animal health industry with Dr. Matt Boyle, Director, Dairy Technical Services at Zoetis Inc . In this episode of Extraordinary Vets , we explore the day-to-day work of a technical services veterinarian , the future of dairy medicine , and the skills today’s veterinarians need to thriv...

In this episode of Extraordinary Vets , host Dr. Donna Harris sits down with Dr. Bob Sager whose career spans more than 45 years in beef cattle medicine. From running rural mixed practices to leading veterinary health and biosecurity for over 600,000 head of cattle in Russia, Dr. Sager’s journey is anything but ordinary. He shares stories of innovation in cattle health, the surprising “gummy bear...

In this episode of Extraordinary Vets, host Dr. Donna Harris interviews Dr. Steve Osofsky, a prominent figure in wildlife conservation and the One Health movement. Dr. Osofsky shares his journey from being a young boy fascinated by wildlife to becoming a leading wildlife veterinarian and conservationist. He discusses his experiences in Botswana, the establishment of the Dept. of Wildlife & Nat...

In this episode of Extraordinary Vets, host Dr. Donna Harris interviews Dr. Michael Bailey, the president of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). Dr. Bailey shares his journey into veterinary medicine, his experiences overcoming dyslexia, and his diverse career path that includes teaching, private practice, and involvement in organized veterinary medicine. He discusses the importanc...

This episode of Extraordinary Vets features Dr. Ashley Womersley and Dr. Brad Boike, two Michigan-based veterinarians. Donna dives into the world of VETR Health, a mobile veterinary service with a unique membership-based pricing model. Learn how this innovative startup is making pet care more affordable and accessible while improving the quality of life for both pet parents and veterinarians. The...

In this episode of "Extraordinary Vets," host Dr. Donna Harris interviews Dr. Stacey Pritt, DVM, MS, MBA, CPIA, CHRC, and DACAW, who is the Associate Vice Chancellor and Chief Research Compliance Officer at the Texas A&M University System. They discuss the unique role of research compliance in veterinary medicine, the intersection of animal and human research, and the importance of a...

In this episode of Extraordinary Vets, host Donna Harris interviews Dr. Cord Brundage, an assistant professor of biology and veterinary advisor to the National American Pre-Veterinary Medical Association. They discuss Dr. Brundage's unique journey through veterinary medicine, including his experiences in Alaska, Colorado, and California, as well as his transition to Wisconsin. The conversation cov...

In this episode of Extraordinary Vets, Dr. Donna Harris sits down with Dr. Marguerite Pappaioanou, DVM, MPVM, PhD, DACVPM , a veterinarian with a rich history in public health and epidemiology. They discuss Dr. Marguerite's journey from veterinary school to her influential roles at the CDC and her current work in One Health and environmental health. The conversation highlights the importance of ve...

In this episode of Extraordinary Vets Dr. Donna Harris sits down with global health expert Dr. Charles  Mackenzie, whose career has spanned continents and saved countless lives. From his early work in immunology to becoming a leading voice in the fight against filarial diseases like river blindness and elephantiasis, Dr. Mackenzie shares the surprising turns his career has taken and the scientific...

Join Dr. Donna Harris on location at King's Cross Station as she catches up with Dr. Stuart Reid, President and Principal of the Royal Veterinary College, University of London. In this lively conversation, Dr. Reid reflects on his journey from food animal practice in Scotland to leading one of the most prestigious veterinary institutions in the world. They discuss the role of epidemiology in m...

In this episode of Extraordinary Vets, Dr. Jessie Sanders shares her journey as an aquatic veterinarian, detailing her early love for animals, her educational path, and her experiences in veterinary school. She discusses the unique aspects of caring for fish and the challenges of aquatic veterinary medicine, as well as her role in advancing the field through public speaking and education. She disc...