IntroVETS Podcast

Lauren and JJ welcome Dr. Cherese Sullivan to the podcast to discuss the Multicultural Veterinary Medical Association and the importance of diversity and inclusion in our field. Visit the Multicultural Veterinary Medical Association at https://mcvma.org/ Special Guest: Cherese Sullivan.

Lauren and JJ discuss what's new in pet technology and a Roomba disaster story.

Lauren and JJ investigate the case of a dog with a strange mandibular swelling. The episode includes an in-depth review of the fungal disease blastomycosis. Source: Brister, J., & Morgan, R. V. (2019). Blastomycosis (Canine). VINcyclopedia of Diseases . https://www.vin.com/members/cms/project/defaultadv1.aspx?pid=607&id=4953586

Lauren and JJ discuss real-world interventions for compassion fatigue. References: Fonken, L. (2019). Living between the lines: Life, work and wellbeing. 2019 Pacific Veterinary Conference Proceedings. http://www.vin.com National Wellness Institute. (2020). Retrieved August 28, 2021, from https://nationalwellness.org/resources/six-dimensions-of-wellness/ Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services...

Lauren and JJ celebrate the start of the podcast's third season with an in-depth episode about compassion fatigue in the veterinary profession. What is it? Who is at risk? What are the symptoms? Find out here! References: American Veterinary Medical Association. (2021). Assess your wellbeing. Retrieved August 28, 2021. https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/wellbeing/assess-your-wellbeing Compassion...

In Snackisode 2.15, Lauren and JJ welcome emergency critical care specialist Dr. Jaqueline Nobles back to the podcast to talk about the case of a coughing dog. Special Guest: Jacqueline Nobles.

Lauren and JJ welcome emergency and critical care specialist Dr. Jaqueline Nobles back to the podcast to discuss some exciting emergency cases. Special Guest: Jacqueline Nobles.

Lauren and JJ discuss palliative and hospice care in the veterinary setting. Resources: 1) Quality of Life Scale: https://vetsocialwork.utk.edu/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Quality-of-Life.pdf 2) Visit the International Association for Animal Hospice and Palliative Care: https://iaahpc.org/

Lauren and JJ investigate the cause of dyspnea in a dog patient. This episode includes a thorough review of the etiologies and managemebt of pleural effusion. References: Rothrock, K. & Shell, L. (2016). Pleural effusion. Vincyclopedia of diseases. Accessed 9/4/21 via http://www.vin.com . Padrid, P. (2018). Pleural space disorders in dogs and cats. Southwest veterinary symposium 2018 proceedin...

Psychotherapist Dr. Laurie Fonken joins us to continue the conversation about introversion in veterinary medicine and how veterinary leaders can help their colleagues and staff cope. Special Guest: Laurie Fonken.

Lauren and JJ welcome psychotherapist Dr. Laurie Fonken back to the podcast to discuss introversion and how this temperament impacts career decisions and job satisfaction in veterinary medicine. Special Guest: Laurie Fonken.

Lauren and JJ respond to listener mail about standard of care practices and expectations for care in the general practice setting.

Lauren and JJ investigate a case of sudden collapse in a young dog. This episode includes a detailed review of heat stroke in dogs. References: Rothrock, K., Shell, L., Carr, & A. (2017). Heat stroke. VINcyclopedia of diseases. www.vin.com Wells, R. (2012). Environmental Emergencies. Proceedings from the Western Veterinary Conference 2012. Aroch, I., Klement, Y., & Bruchim, Y. (2007). Nucl...

Lauren and JJ discuss listener mail about the pressures of trying to increase client compliance.

Lauren and JJ talk with Emergency Critical Care Specialist Dr. Jacqueline Nobles about emergency medicine, career development, and point of care ultrasound. Special Guest: Jacqueline Nobles.

Lauren and JJ discuss introversion, shyness and social anxiety, and how they relate to a career in veterinary medicine. Sources: Introversion . Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/basics/introversion Social Anxiety. Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/conditions/social-anxiety-disorder-social-phobia Granneman, J. (June 13, 2019). How an introvert lives with social...

Lauren and JJ investigate a case of sudden blindness and weight gain in a dog patient. This episode contains a detailed review of Sudden Acquired Retinal Degeneration, or SARD. References: Moriyon, M. E., Morgan, R. V., & Herring, I. P. (18 February, 2021). Sudden acquired retinal degeneration. Vincyclopedia of diseases. www.vin.com Yaphe, W. L. (12 April, 2004). Lecture 10: Blindness and dise...

Dr. Shelby Agnew joins us again to talk about organized veterinary medicine and how to get involved. Special Guest: Shelby Agnew.

Lauren and JJ talk with Dr. Shelby Agnew, noted "extrovet" and relief veterinarian. The ladies discuss career development in veterinary medicine. Special Guest: Shelby Agnew.

Lauren and JJ ask, "Did you know?" In this episode, the ladies discuss monitoring resting respiratory rate at home, the potential issues with cicada ingestion, utilizing technology to make practice easier, and the addition of dentistry as a requirement for veterinary education. Sources: Ljungvall I, Rishniw M, Porciello F, Haggstrom J, Ohad DG. Sleeping and resting respiratory rates in healthy adu...

Lauren and JJ investigate a curious case of urinary signs in a young cat - but is everything as it seems? In this episode, you will find a detailed review of pyometra in the dog and cat. Sources: Rothrock, K., Krekeler, N., & Hollinshead, F. Pyometra. VINcyclopedia of diseases (2020). Veterinary Information Network. www.vin.com

Therapist Dana Hampson is back this week to talk about processing grief. The ladies discuss strategies for managing uncomfortable emotions without ignoring them, and the importance of allowing time for healing. Special Guest: Dana Hampson.

In episode 2.7, fan favorite therapist Dana Hampson is back to help us tackle some dilemmas that we may face in the veterinary field. We discuss reporting substance abuse in the workplace, managing perfectionism, handling passive-aggressive behavior, and responding to signs of depression. Special Guest: Dana Hampson.

Lauren and JJ ask, “did you know?” In this journal club episode, the ladies discuss a possible mechanism for grape toxicity in dogs, the benefits of alcohol based rubs over traditional surgical scrubbing, a new pet diabetes app, and a veterinary satirical newspaper. References - Possible mechanism of grape toxicity: Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, June 15, 2021, Vol. 258, N...

Lauren and JJ welcome board-certified veterinary neurologist Dr. Jill Narak to the podcast to discuss wacky cases, medical record woes, and why neurology should not be intimidating. Special Guest: Jill Narak.