Veterinary Innovation Podcast

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak chat with Dr. Anna Foster , Chief of Staff at Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG). They discuss how the company prioritizes both employee and customer experiences in emergency care. Dr. Foster discusses their open-concept hospital design, allowing pets and owners to stay together during treatment, and explains how they track employee and customer experiences w...

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak joined by Dr. Amelia Knight Pinkston , Founder of Life Boost with Amelia , to discuss her personal experience with burnout in the veterinary field and how it led her to create programs that help veterinary professionals overcome it. She shares practical strategies for addressing burnout on both individual and clinic levels.   Free (RACE-approved) resource f...

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak chat with Dr. Seth Wallack , Founder and CEO of Vetology , about how Vetology combines artificial intelligence (AI) with teleradiology to streamline workflows and enhance diagnostic efficiency for veterinarians. Dr. Wallack explains the role of AI in providing preliminary radiograph reports while preserving veterinarians' clinical decision-making. He also h...

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak joined by Dr. Oliver Viner , co-founder of Hello Vet , to discuss balancing technological innovation technology with practical application in veterinary clinics. Dr. Viner shares insights on creating a more transparent and open veterinary practice model, seamlessly integrating technology into veterinary workflows, and leveraging tools to enhance patient car...

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak chat with Dr. Christian Leutenegger , Vice President of R&D Assay Development at Antech Diagnostics , about molecular diagnostics in veterinary medicine. He shares insights on the future of diagnostics and the potential of AI in advancing veterinary care.   Learn more about Predictive Diagnostics and KeyScreen . Dr. Christian Leutenegger recommends "Emotion...

In this episode of the Veterinary Innovation Podcast, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak welcome Derek Cummins , CEO and Co-founder of PetExpert , to discuss the evolution of pet insurance, its challenges, the impact of inflation, and the importance of integrating technology. Learn how Pet Expert's innovative approach led to its acquisition by Trupanion and what it takes to succeed in the global pet in...

This week Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak chat with Douglas Brooks , COO of ABC Intelligence , about the role of data in the veterinary industry. Doug shares on how data harmonization and enrichment can unlock new opportunities for corporate practices, such as precision marketing, research collaborations, and bottom-line growth.   Learn more about Vetgenus . Douglas Brooks recommends  "A Long Walk t...

This week Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak are joined by Dr. Amanda Landis-Hanna , Chief Veterinary Officer at One Health Group , to discuss the evolution of wearable technology in veterinary care. They explore the history of Voyce, a clinical monitor for pets that monitors key health metrics such as heart rate, respiratory rate, and blood pressure.   Learn more about Voyce . Dr. Amanda Landis-Hanna...

This week Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak welcome Dr. Jacob Adams , Chief Scientific Officer at Noxsano , to talk about their innovative approach to wound healing using nitric oxide and how it saves time and money for veterinary professionals.   Learn more about Noxsano . Clinical Trial: The use of a novel nitric oxide wound dressing in acute traumatic wounds in dogs . Dr. Jacob Adams recommends "A...

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak chat with Dr. James Barr , Chief Medical Officer for Mars Petcare 's Science & Diagnostics division, about the challenges and strategies of prioritizing innovation within a large organization. Dr. Barr discusses the impact of AI and other advanced technologies in veterinary diagnostics and care.   Discover the leadership practices with Simon Sinek's TED Tal...

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak are joined by Candise Goodwin , founder of Outlier Advisors , to discuss her approach to helping companies navigate market complexities and achieve sustainable growth through strategic planning and innovation. She shares insights from her extensive experience in the industry, highlighting the importance of understanding market nuances and tailoring strategi...

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak are joined by Dr. Ryan Appleby , co-founder of Obi Veterinary Education , to discuss the transformative role of microlearning in veterinary education. Dr. Appleby explains how delivering educational content in short, manageable segments can significantly enhance retention and better fit into the busy schedules of veterinary professionals.   Learn more about...

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak chat with Luke Feldman , the Co-Founder and Director of Product at VetCheck , about optimizing practice workflow using tools such as electronic consent forms with e-signature capabilities, advanced anesthesia management, and comprehensive dental charting. Luke also explains how VetCheck uses AI to analyze data, create predictive analytics, and enhance decis...

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak explore the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in veterinary radiology with Dr. Ryan King , President of the American College of Veterinary Radiology (ACVR) and board-certified clinical radiologist. Dr. King discusses the current state of veterinary radiology, highlighting the shortage of specialists, and addresses the challenges and concerns relat...

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak chat with Chris Kelly , Managing Partner and Publisher for Antelligence . Chris discusses the evolution of veterinary publishing, industry trends, including generational changes, inflation and financial pressures, challenges and opportunities in managing large veterinary groups, and the current state of the veterinary market.   Learn more about Antelligence...

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak welcome Dr. Karen Whala , co-founder of CodaPet, to discuss how her platform connects pet owners with freelance veterinarians to provide in-home euthanasia services. Dr. Whala shares her journey from the burnout of traditional veterinary practice to founding CodaPet   - At Home Pet Euthanasia.   Learn more about CodaPet by visiting codapet.com/vets .  Dr. W...

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak are joined by Dori Fussmann , Founder of "The Vets", and most recently, of "The Pawsitivity Network". Dori shares his journey into veterinary medicine and how The Pawsitivity Network aims to address mental well-being challenges within the industry.   Discover how focusing on mental health can improve team dynamics and overall clinic success with The Pawsiti...

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak chat with Dr. Stephanie Morley , a serial veterinary entrepreneur and president of Vetlen Advanced Veterinary Devices . They discuss the Vetlen Pouch , a new local drug delivery device that helps professionals administer antibiotics directly into a wound, allowing them to control the quantity and frequency of antibiotic doses.   Learn more about Vetlen . Di...

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak are joined by Dr. Marty Becker , the founder of Fear Free, to chat about how professionals and owners can help animals free from stress while visiting veterinary clinics. Dr. Becker talks about the Fear Free program that provides veterinary professionals and pet owners with the knowledge and tools to care for a pet's physical and emotional well-being.   Lea...

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak chat with Dr. Brett Shorenstein, a practicing veterinarian and co-founder of Veterinary Innovative Partners, a network of veterinarian-owned-and-operated hospitals, about how they focus on positive workplace culture, high standards of care, and the use of technology to enhance efficiency and reduce burnout. Dr. Shorenstein introduces Viva, a new mentorship...

This week, Shawn and Ivan discuss end-of-life care and aquamation with Dr. Faith Banks from Midtown Mobile Veterinary Hospice Services. Dr. Banks explains the benefits of aquamation services over traditional cremation and addresses various aspects of her business, including how it operates, its relationship with local veterinarians, and the positive reception it has received from the veterinary co...

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak welcome Johnna Devereaux, the Chief Nutrition Officer at Bow Wow Labs, to talk about the Bow Wow Buddy safety product, its core customers, what was the point of launching it, and customer feedback. They also discuss the new Epic Chew Supplement that provides all the benefits of chewing for oral health plus the added benefits of antioxidants for immune suppo...

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak are joined by Sebastian Gabor, co-founder of Digitail, to chat about the state of artificial intelligence in veterinary medicine. They discuss the findings from the 2024 study, a collaborative effort with AAHA that delved into the perspectives of the veterinary community regarding AI. Additionally, Sebastian introduces Tails AI, Digitail's new AI-powered ve...

This week Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak welcome Derrick Garrett, the visionary behind Zoundz: Therapeutic Sounds For Pet Anxiety, an app-based solution for reducing pet anxiety through sound therapy. Derrick explains how certain music parameters can positively impact dogs and cats and what role Zoundz plays in stressful pet professional environments and pet parent's homes.   Learn more about Zound...

This week, Dr. Neil Shaw joins Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak on the Veterinary Innovation Podcast to discuss SignalPET's approach to veterinary diagnostics, offering rapid radiographic interpretations and integrating AI technology to deliver comprehensive reports quickly and affordably.   Learn more about SignalPET at signalpet.com . Dr. Shaw recommends Clinical Signs In Small Animal Medicine by D...