Fully Vetted

In this episode, Dr. Courtney Campbell is back to offer advice on handling sticky situations involving the media. He talks about how to overcome pre-interview jitters, what to do—and not do—when accepting a media invitation, and how to handle questions that are outside the scope of discussion. We also talk about what to do when confronted with a controversial issue. Missed the first episode of the...

With so much attention being paid to veterinary wellbeing over the past few years, we all know by now that a person's health goes far beyond just the physical. Not only does mental wellness have an impact on overall health, but so do the everyday stresses of life—from legal to financial to personal and everything in between. More and more, employers are realizing that personal problems don't neces...

Veterinary professionals are, on the whole, an introverted bunch—so when it comes to talking to the media, many would rather express anal glands or tell an owner their beloved Princess Sophia is obese than be interviewed for the news. But with the population of pet owners growing larger every day, and the volume of unreliable sources increasing exponentially, it is more important than ever to ensu...

Although egregious animal cruelty is easy to spot, there are more subtle forms of neglect and abuse that can be more difficult to define—even when you are familiar with a species' typical behaviors and normal health measures. But how do identify abuse in those animals you rarely, if ever, work with?  Even so, most veterinary professionals know it when they see it. They just need to pay attent...

2022 MIDWEST VETERINARY CONFERENCE PREVIEW SERIES Interest in keeping backyard poultry has been increasing—but the number of veterinarians who see poultry hasn't. How can small animal veterinarians evolve to fill this growing need? In today's episode—the final installment of our MVC Preview Series before the big event—we are joined by Dr. Tim McDermott of The Ohio State University Extension. He sh...

2022 MIDWEST VETERINARY CONFERENCE PREVIEW SERIES Holistic therapies are growing in popularity among humans, and that trend is spilling over into the animal world as well. Clients are increasingly seeking alternatives to drugs and other traditional treatments—from acupuncture to chiropractic to aromatherapy—for both themselves and their pets. In this episode, MVC speaker Dr. Carol Falck joins us t...

2022 MIDWEST VETERINARY CONFERENCE PREVIEW SERIES Known for being fastidious and aloof, cats are masters at hiding illness—which makes recognizing and interpreting their subtle behaviors all the more important.  In this episode, self-described "cat person" and MVC speaker Dr. Carlo Siracusa joins us for a chat about cats. When it comes to cat communication, he literally wrote the book on it:...

2022 MIDWEST VETERINARY CONFERENCE PREVIEW SERIES In a world where people are increasingly spending their time online, developing an effective digital marketing plan is a must. But with so many options out there, where do you even start? What platforms should you be on? And how do you find the time to do it all? First and foremost: Take a breath! Then listen to today's podcast, in which we talk to...

2022 MIDWEST VETERINARY CONFERENCE PREVIEW SERIES Poop: It's more than just something that people find gross, fascinating, or grossly fascinating. In fact, researchers at The Ohio State University are investigating veterinary uses for fecal microbiota transplantation. In this episode, MVC speaker Dr. Jenessa Winston joins us to discuss how her team is learning how to turn crap into a cure—or...

2022 MIDWEST VETERINARY CONFERENCE PREVIEW SERIES It's definitely not glamorous, but conducting urinalyses is a necessary part of veterinary medicine—and a critical component of ensuring animal wellness. Because so many health issues can be identified by examining the urine, it really is liquid gold! But how can you ensure you get the most out of this simple, everyday test?  In this episode,...

2022 MIDWEST VETERINARY CONFERENCE PREVIEW SERIES Veterinary technicians play a vital role on critical care and surgical teams, but are they ready to deal with large animal emergencies? Many vet tech schools barely scratch the surface on large animal care, leaving grads unprepared for this area of veterinary medicine. But when the stakes skyrocket—along the odds of injury to both human and animals...

2022 MIDWEST VETERINARY CONFERENCE PREVIEW SERIES Aquaculture is a growing area of veterinary medicine, but few veterinarians have extensive experience treating fish patients, making an already tricky science even trickier. According to Dr. Kevin Neves, almost everything related to fish health comes back to one thing: Water quality. In this episode, Dr. Neves—self-described marine biologist, fish...

2022 MIDWEST VETERINARY CONFERENCE PREVIEW SERIES When it comes to emergencies, veterinary professionals need to be able to think on their feet and make fast decisions. A large part of that is knowing how to identify and interpret clinical signs, but feeling confident enough to do so accurately and quickly also has a big impact on case outcomes. In this episode, we continue our 2022 Midwest Veteri...

2022 MIDWEST VETERINARY CONFERENCE PREVIEW SERIES  Inventory management is something that many veterinary practices struggle with, but when stock makes up the second-largest expense, learning how to properly manage your inventory is a necessary evil. In this episode, Nicole Clausen of Veterinary Care Logistics joins us to share insights into the beast that is inventory management. With a litt...

It's certainly not news: Rural veterinarians are in short supply, growing ever more scarce as new graduates opt to practice in a bustling metropolis, where pets are plentiful and pay is higher. But for a select few, serving in a rural area—where everyone knows everyone, life is simpler, and community is important—has infinitely more appeal. In this episode, Dr. Scott Pendleton of Heritage Veterina...

They say it's a small world, but it's getting more and more difficult to stand out from the crowd. Small, independent business owners have to work harder than ever to set themselves apart from big corporations in order to attract not only clients, but staff members. And with ever-increasing demands on veterinary practices to manage both the medicine and the business itself, stress is at an all-tim...

Like it or not, the world is becoming more digitized every day — and the veterinary profession is no exception. Advances in technology have elevated the level of care you can provide your patients, as well as making your day-to-day practice faster, easier, and more efficient. That too is the goal of the Ohio Department of Agriculture, which is increasing its efforts to educate practitioners o...

AFFINITY GROUPS IN VETERINARY MEDICINE, PART II: VETERINARIANS AS ONE INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY FOR EMPOWERMENT By now we know that the veterinary profession is arguably one of the least diverse fields in the nation. Students and faculty at The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine are working hard to change that through student-run affinity groups, but the road ahead is long and difficul...

AFFINITY GROUPS IN VETERINARY MEDICINE, PART I: J.H. BIAS For minority groups, finding a community of peers in a highly homogenous profession can be difficult, but at The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine, inclusivity is all important. One of many student organizations at OSU CVM, the J.H. Bias Black Affinity Group was formed to provide a safe, supportive space for students, fac...

As you probably know by now, Pride Month is celebrated annually in June to recognize the LGBTQ+ community's fight for equality and to celebrate the freedom to be yourself. And, if you've been listening to the podcast regularly, you also know that veterinary medicine is considered to be one of the least diverse and perhaps one of the most conservative professions in the country. Dr. Mia Cary, CEO o...

As part of their official duties, members of the Ohio Veterinary Medical Licensing Board review a wide variety of complaints from pet owners and concerned citizens. Most are minor, some egregious, still others outside their jurisdiction—and don't forget the occasional absurd complaint. But if a veterinarian or technician is the subject of a complaint, no matter how big or small the grievance is, t...

VETERINARY WELLBEING, PART II: PREVENTING & HANDLING CRISES Listen to the first installment in this series » 28. Wellness in the Veterinary Profession: The Perfect Storm? As we well know by now, myriad variables impact a person's mental health, and when mental health decreases, so too does physical health and overall wellbeing. Further, if someone doesn't have a support system or know how to d...

What do you get when you put empathic caregivers known to neglect their own health into a high-stress, demanding profession? The perfect storm. At this point, we all know wellness is a big issue in the veterinary community. Compassion fatigue, burnout, and suicide are being discussed with increasing frequency, as are their causes: Working long hours, crippling loan debt, and demanding clients, jus...

Earlier this month, Ohio veterinarians became mandatory reporters of animal abuse—but what does that mean, exactly? In this episode, we discuss specific provisions of the new law and tackle some of your burning questions. For links to relevant sections of Ohio law and other animal abuse resources, please see the show notes at www.fullyvettedpodcast.com . =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=...

Ohio's new law requiring veterinarians to report suspected companion animal abuse is about to go into effect. Sounds simple, but there are many shades of gray that can make reporting a complicated matter. In today's episode, Dr. Allison Lash of the Cleveland APL explains the process of reporting and what comes after, and shares examples of real-life cruelty cases she encountered during her career....