What's Up Doc?

In this episode of What’s Up, Doc?, Dr. Katie sits down with Dr. Juan Sebastian Orjuela (Juancho, DVM), emergency veterinarian, content creator, nonprofit co-founder, and community advocate, to explore what it really means to build a meaningful career in veterinary medicine. Juancho shares his journey from veterinary student to ER clinician, how social media became a tool for representation and ed...

In today’s episode of What’s Up Doc, Dr. Katie sits down with veterinary technician Jenn Galvin to uncover the real stories behind shelter medicine, the myths surrounding puppy behaviour, and the invisible threat of heartworm disease. If you’ve ever adopted a pet, worked in vet med, or simply love animals, this episode is packed with insight, compassion, and eye-opening moments you won’t want to m...

In this episode of What’s Up Doc?, Dr. Katie is joined by special co-host Dr. Emily Merry, ER DVM, new grad, and Co-founder of Scribenote! Together, they welcome Dr. Painter, a Board Certified Veterinary Dermatologist® and founder of The Allergic Dog™, for a fun and eye-opening round of Myth or Fact. From “food allergy blood testing is beneficial” to “dogs that lick their paws are just bored,” the...

In this episode of ‘What’s Up Doc?’, we welcome Dr. Greg Bishop! Listen as Katie and Greg explore how humour, creativity, and thoughtful communication can bring levity and healing to the emotionally heavy world of veterinary medicine. From balancing profitability with authentic client care to navigating the emotional landscape of vetmed, Dr. Bishop shares practical strategies to help veterinary te...

On this episode of ‘What’s Up Doc?’ We’re excited to welcome Suzanne Thomas, BA, BS, LVT, CVT, NASM-CPT! From retail management to vetmed. Suzanne has had quite the journey beginning her career in veterinary medicine as an LVT in oncology, and working her way up to becoming a leader and mentor in the industry. Listen as Katie and Suzanne chat about clinic culture and the hottest topics in vetmed r...

In this episode of "What's Up Doc?", we welcome Dr. Cassandra Fleming!  Listen as Cassie discusses how she navigates working as a relief vet, hosting a podcast and owning a house-call practice. Katie and Cassie delve into recent changes in the industry like access to new treatments and the evolvement of sustainability in VetMed . Find the resources mentioned in this episode below! Re...

In this episode of "What's Up Doc?", we welcome Dr. Derek Laporte! Listen as Derek discusses the ups and downs of practice management and working with exotics in Northern Ontario, Canada. Katie and Derek dive into work life balance as a business owner, mentorship, and advice for new grads interested in exotics or GP. Find the resources mentioned in this episode below! Chapters: 0:35 Introducing Dr...

Episode 8 - In this episode of "What's Up Doc?", we welcome Dr. Shane Bateman! Listen as Shane discusses his role as an Emergency and Critical Care Specialist at the OVC and President of Nine Lives Veterinary Consulting. Katie and Shane go in depth on topics including veterinary forensics, access to care, and investigating & enforcing animal welfare in Ontario. Find the resources...

Episode 7 - In this episode of "What's Up Doc?", we welcome Kyle from Scribenote! Join us as Katie chats with Kyle, Scribenote's Technical Lead Manager, about his dog Summer, cost of care, and the client experience when treating a pet living with lifelong health complications. Kyle Brooks: Kyle started with Scribenote as an engineer in summer 2024. He is currently the Technical L...

Episode 6 - In this episode of "What's Up Doc?", we welcome Dr. Jenni Rizzo! Join us as Jenni chats about what it’s been like navigating the vet world as an introvert, the conception of IntroVet, and how she became the youngest—and first female—president of the American Heartworm Society! We also dig into women in leadership roles, the power of coaching, and the awesome community she...

Episode 5 - In this episode of "What's Up Doc?", we welcome Dr. Marie Holowaychuk! As an experienced ER and locum veterinarian, Dr. Marie has made an impact with her mental health awareness across the industry. Listen as Dr. Marie talks about her personal journey with burnout and discusses the actions we can take to actively reduce burnout in your workplace. Chapters 0:30 About Reviv...

Episode 4 - In this episode of "What's Up Doc?", we welcome Dr. Mansum Yau! Mansum is a doctor of many talents! Listen as Mansum talks about her journey from being a Veterinarian to public speaker, comedian, author and illustrator! Check out Dr. Mansum's comedic client education videos on her socials or purchase her book via the links listed below! Chapters 0:45 Mansum's jour...

Episode 3 - In this episode of "What's Up Doc?", we welcome Dr. Adam Little! Listen as Adam discusses his entrepreneurial approach to animal health and his journey bridging technology with veterinary medicine. Find the resources mentioned in this episode below! Chapters 0:35 Adam's journey 7:30 How technology is changing the veterinary industry 10:20 The rise of AI agents within...

Episode 2 - In this episode of "What's Up Doc?", we welcome Dr. Amari Patel! Listen as Dr. Amari talks life as a mobile vet with a passion for birds! This episode highlights common cases for backyard birds, avian resources for owners and vets, and how to use Scribenote with a mobile vet's workflow. Resources OMAFRA SmallFlock Ontario Textbook - Backyard Poultry Medicine and Surge...

Episode 1 - Welcome to the first episode of our new series "What's Up Doc?" with Dr. Katie Gallagher where Katie meets with anyone and everyone in the vetmed industry. In this episode Katie meets with vet student and co-founder of Scribenote, Emily Merry! Take a listen as Emily talks 4th year vet school, the NAVLE, placements, and plans after graduation! About Emily: OVC Class of 202...