Fully Vetted

In this episode, OVMA Government Relations Director Michael Guastella joins Mia to discuss three major bills that were recently signed into law by Gov. Mike DeWine. More information and show notes available at www.fullyvettedpodcast.com .

For decades, the annual Midwest Veterinary Conference has offered an unparalleled experience for thousands of veterinary and animal care professionals from across the country and beyond: Hundreds of hours of cutting-edge education in a wide range of practice areas, the chance to learn from and connect with world-renowned experts, social and networking opportunities galore, and plenty of innovative...

Animal cruelty: It's something no veterinarian wants to see but inevitably will at some point. That's why it's so important to learn how to recognize an abused animal and how to handle such a case before it shows up at your clinic. In this episode, Dr. Allison Lash shares some common red flags of abuse, how to report abuse, and why it's so important to speak up even if you're not 100% sure. More i...

Though OVMA's decision to pivot its annual Midwest Veterinary Conference to a web-based platform was unlikely to surprise anyone, there are still many unknowns about the 2021 convention. In this episode, get a preview of what to expect at the first-ever virtual MVC as OVMA Executive Director Jack Advent and Mia discuss plans so far.  In part two, Krysten introduces FVP listeners to OVMA's new...

As the old adage goes, you should never talk about politics at the dinner table—or should you? In this final installment to our DEI series, we discuss the sticky subject of dealing with racism from friends and family members. This is a must-listen episode for anyone who wants to learn how to better handle difficult conversations. Though the conversation centers around race, Dr. Cary’s techniques c...

In the final installment to our DEI series, we discuss the sticky subject of handling racism from friends and family members. Tune in on Monday for the full conversation! Missed an episode? Catch up on our DEI series .

Educating your staff about racism and setting practice policies around diversity, equity, and inclusion as an employer—that's one thing. But educating family and friends in a personal setting? That's something else entirely. How do you broach the subject? Do you need to prepare? What if someone doesn't want to participate, or an argument ensues? In this episode, part three of our Diversity, Equity...

In the next episode, we continue our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion series with Dr. Mia Cary. Join us on Monday to learn how to have open and productive conversations about race with family and friends.  Missed an episode? Catch up on our DEI series .

Veterinary professionals are no strangers to burnout. With so many demands on your time and attention, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. There’s hope! All you need is to get organized. But where do you start? In this episode, Mia is joined by fourth-year OSU CVM student Becca Makii, who has fine-tuned a process for managing the demands of school, work, extracurriculars, and personal commitments—while...

Veterinary professionals are no stranger to burnout. With so many demands on your time and attention, it's easy to get overwhelmed. But there's hope! On the next episode, we'll share some simple ways for you to stay on top of everyday responsibilities—without neglecting your own needs.

When hands-on experiences are such an important part of the learning process, especially for fields like veterinary medicine, how can the education model be adapted to keep everyone safe without impacting quality? In this episode, Mia chats with two veterinary students, who share how their school has implemented a hybrid model and the effects it's having on their education, extracurriculars, and s...

The veterinary profession has historically been the least diverse field in the United States—a trend that endures even in 2020. Why do black people make up such a small fraction of the veterinary workforce (no more then 3 percent at any given time!), and what can we do to change centuries of racism and discrimination? In the second installment of Fully Vetted's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in...

Why is veterinary medicine one of the least diverse professions in the country? Find out next Monday as we continue our discussion on diversity, equity, and inclusion with Dr. Mia Cary. Missed the first episode? Listen to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Veterinary Medicine, Part I — 16. Discussing Racism: Getting Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable .

In the introduction to our Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion in Veterinary Medicine Series , Mia and Krysten welcome Dr. Mia Cary back to the show to break down the complicated and layered subject of racism and discrimination. She explains what racism is (it's not as straightforward as you might think!), how to be an anti-racist, and what it means to be an ally. Dr. Cary also discusses why we mus...

One day, a cure for cancer will be discovered—but for Dr. Michelle Harcha, "one day" isn't soon enough. Since childhood, she's been fiercely determined to do everything her power to make that goal a reality. One way she supports the cause is by participating in the annual Pelotonia cycling event. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Harcha to learn more about the fundraiser, why it's so important...

How long do you have to keep a patient’s records? With whom can you share records, and do you need a client’s permission? What if a client requests their records, but they have an outstanding balance on their account? These questions and more are answered in this episode, during which Mia drills OVMA Executive Director Jack Advent on Ohio veterinary record-keeping laws. In the final segment, we co...

With the plethora of studies showing a link between animal abuse and violence against humans, the evolving field of forensic veterinary medicine has become an important part of today's criminal justice system. In this episode, recorded at the 2020 Midwest Veterinary Conference in February, Mia and David sit down with Dr. Melinda Merck, a trailblazer who literally wrote the book on forensic veterin...

Because animal abuse is often linked to violence against humans, veterinarians have a unique opportunity to save not only pets, but their people as well. Find out how in the next episode of Fully Vetted!

Though mental illness has traditionally been considered a taboo topic,  the mental health (or lack thereof) of veterinary professionals has become a hot topic in recent years—and even more so as the world slowly emerges from the coronavirus pandemic. Perhaps the best way to de-stigmatize the topic is through open discussion—and a strong community of support. On this episode, find out what res...

There's a simple way you can improve your overall wellness. Learn about this technique, along with other strategies and resources, on next week's episode!

In the final installment of our COVID-19 Survival Series, Dr. Ed Biggie of Feeder Creek Veterinary Services in Millersport joins us to reflect on the past three months. He talks about how his mixed-animal practice fared during the state's stay-at-home order, explains what the clinic's new "normal" looks like, and shares his plans for safeguarding its future in the wake of the pandemic.  In pa...

In this episode, we continue our COVID-19 Survival Series with a real-life example of how veterinarians can benefit from expanding into telehealth. Mia and Krysten talk to OVMA Member Dr. Jessica Harriman, who explains how she went about launching telemedicine in her practice—from configuring the technology and pricing her services to acclimating her clients and adapting her diagnostics to this ne...

The coronavirus pandemic has undoubtedly changed the way we do business—but not all of these changes are negative! In fact, now is the perfect time to dive in to telemedicine, but the process can be intimidating. In this episode, we continue our COVID-19 Survival Guide Series with tele-technology consultant Dr. Antoinette Martin, who will teach you how to swim in these uncharted waters. More infor...

The coronavirus pandemic has hit humanity hard in every aspect of life, not the least of which is the economy. In this episode, the third in our COVID-19 Survival Series, we sit down with veterinary financial advisor Denise Tumblin to talk money and find out how practice owners can protect their staff and businesses during this crisis—and beyond. More information and show notes available at http:/...

When very little is certain and all you can do is contemplate worst-case scenarios, how do you prevent mental health issues from spiraling? In the second episode of our COVID-19 Survival Series , host Mia Cunningham talks to Dr. Jennifer Brandt, who heads the AVMA's wellbeing initiatives, about anxiety, where it comes from, and how to conquer it. More information and show notes available at http:/...