VETchat by The Webinar Vet

This VETChat episode is part of our series on supporting and empowering women in veterinary, hosted by Kathryn Bell. Joining Kathryn today is Katie Ford, Vet Empowered Founder & Coach.

In this episode, Kathryn and Katie have a very open and honest discussion about the topic of navigating grief. Katie shares her personal journey with grief following the death of her dad in 2021 and offers some advice to those who may be going through similar experiences. Katie explains how her perception of grief has changed, shares some of the common misconceptions associated with grief, and provides us with some of the resources that have helped her navigate the last 18 months.

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat is Shereen Williams, Global Animal Health Advisor (Vet) at Brooke, Action For Working Horses and Donkeys.

In this episode, Anthony and Shereene discuss livestock medicines, and Brooke's new challenge, alongside WVA, to create the first ever global list of essential veterinary medicines for livestock. Shereene shares Brooke's history as a charity, what they do and the countries they work in, as well as giving a bit of history on her own career to date. They discuss the research Brooke has been doing on what medicines different countries have access to, and how this is hindering the level of veterinary care that some countries can achieve. Finally, Shereene explains how this new global list of essential veterinary medicines for livestock will offer guidance to help ensure countries have the range of medicines they need.

This VETChat episode is part of our series on supporting and empowering women in veterinary, hosted by Kathryn Bell. Joining Kathryn today is Tara Ghosh, Menstrual Health Educator, passionate about creating a positive period story right from the start.

In this episode, Kathryn and Tara discuss menstrual health and cycles. Tara talks us through the basics of what menstrual cycles are, the biology behind our hormones and symptoms, and explains why women do not suit a 24-hour cycle. They discuss how different phases of our menstrual cycle can relate to our mood and how we can best use the different phases to our advantage when it comes to activity selection and working styles.

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat is Robin Smith, CEO and Founder of Numnuts. Numnuts provide targeted pain relief for tail docking and castration of sheep with a rubber ring. It’s an easy-to-use ring applicator, combined with an injector that dispenses NumOcaine anaesthetic.

In this episode, Anthony and Robin discuss Robin's career to date, why he started Numnuts, and what the product does. Anthony asks questions about the tool, such as how often the needle needs replacing and how long the local anaesthetic lasts. Finally, Robin shares how much the product has been used so far and the process of it coming to the UK market.

This VETChat episode is part of our series on supporting and empowering women in veterinary, hosted by Kathryn Bell. Joining Kathryn today is Laura Playforth, Group Quality Improvement Director at IVC Evidensia and advocate for neurodiversity in the veterinary profession.

In this episode, Kathryn and Laura discuss neurodiversity in the veterinary profession. Laura explains what neurodiversity is, shares the story of her own diagnosis journey, and expresses the importance of raising awareness. They discuss key points such as; what veterinary teams can do to better recognise and support colleagues who might be neurodivergent, practical tips for veterinary practices to create a more inclusive environment for neurodivergent employees, and how to communicate with clients who may process information differently due to neurodiversity. Moreover, Laura also shares some tips for someone who may be thinking of pursuing a diagnosis.

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat is Gemma Campling, CEO and Founder of Worldwide Vets.

In this episode, Anthony and Gemma discuss how Gemma set up Worldwide Vets when she was still just a student, what it is that Worldwide Vets do, what countries they are currently helping in, and how to get involved. Gemma shares her experience of working in Ukraine after evacuations left many animals abandoned, and she also explains what they are doing in Costa Rica to help with conservation and wildlife there.

This VETChat episode is part of our series on supporting and empowering women in veterinary, hosted by Kathryn Bell. Joining Kathryn today is Ebony Escalona, Founder of Vets Stay Go Diversify & Melanie Barham, CEO of Vets Stay Go Diversify

In this episode, Kathryn, Ebony and Melanie discuss mentoring in the Vet Profession with a particular focus on female mentors. They discuss what mentoring is, the importance of having female mentors, and what makes a good mentor. They also share tips on what questions to ask mentors in order to get the most out of the relationship, and stress the idea that anyone can be a mentor!

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat is Jenny Guyat, Founder of Vet Harmony Ltd. And Co-Founder at Lilypod.

In this episode, Anthony and Jenny discuss Jenny's career to date. Ranging from her struggles with burnout in veterinary practice, to starting her coaching career, to setting up Vet Harmony, and to her latest endeavour with setting up Lilypod. Jenny shares lots of information on Lilypod, a sustainable floating pod that you can book for your next escape. They discuss the 10-year-long process of developing the pod, how sustainability is at its forefront, and the amazing benefits to mental health it brings.

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Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat is Hugo Richardson, Director at Nordic Locums.

In this episode, Anthony and Hugo discuss locuming in Scandinavia. Hugo gives an introduction to himself and his career to date, sharing his experience of being a Locum in both Norway and Sweden and eventually what led to him setting up Nordic Locums. They talk about the work-life culture in Scandinavia and what sort of experience you can expect if you move there for a temporary or permanent role. Hugo shares who Nordic Locums are and how they can help you. He also answers some key questions such as accommodation, language barriers, and what experience level the clinics are looking for.

This VETChat episode is part of our series on supporting and empowering women in veterinary, hosted by Kathryn Bell. Joining Kathryn today is Malcolm Morley, President of the BVA (British Veterinary Association).

In this episode, Kathryn and Malcolm discuss the topic of male allies and promoting gender equality in the veterinary profession. Malcolm talks us through the BVA study with the University of Exeter on gender discrimination, he explains what allyship is, and how there may be unintentional bias in practice such as the language used. They discuss how important it is to create equity in the profession, ensuring there is inclusion for all, and making sure that we are calling things out with kindness. Finally, Malcolm also shares tips on how to improve practice culture to create a safe space to have these conversations, and where to find more resources.

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat is Jade Statt, Co-Founder of StreetVet, a vet-led registered Charity offering free accessible vet care to the homeless and their dogs at street level.

In this episode, Anthony and Jade discuss Jade's career to date, the process of setting up Street Vet, and some of the challenges she faced when doing so. They also discuss the bonds between humans and their pets and the benefits of volunteering. Finally, Jade talks about her ambition to source pet damages insurance to help those who are homeless with pets get into rental properties more easily.

This VETChat episode is part of our series on supporting and empowering women in veterinary, hosted by Kathryn Bell. Joining Kathryn today is Nat Scroggie, Freelance Veterinary Surgeon.

In this episode, Kathryn and Nat talk about the difficult topic of pregnancy and baby loss. Nat shares her personal experience, how it affected her mentally, and her experience with returning to work. She offers advice to those who may be going through a similar situation and also talks about her experience of going through another pregnancy afterwards. Finally, they also discuss the Vet MINDS Facebook group.

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat is Melyssa Allen, Veterinary Well-Being Coach, Board Certified Lifestyle Medicine Professional & Founder of Mind-Body-Thrive Lifestyle.

In this episode, Anthony and Melyssa discuss self-care and well-being practices. They talk about ways in which we can protect ourselves from conditions such as burnout, by explaining what is within our control to help better support ourselves. Melyssa explains how small habits can help with positivity, she offers solutions such as keeping a 'smile file' of all your good interactions with clients, and stresses the importance of ensuring you are taking care of yourself so that you can take better care of others. Moreover, Melyssa also shares her 6 pillars of lifestyle medicine and offers 3 easy tips on how to improve lifestyle and positivity within a busy life.

This VETChat episode is part of our series on supporting and empowering women in veterinary, hosted by Kathryn Bell. Joining Kathryn today is Justine Shotton, Senior Vice President at British Veterinary Association.

In this episode, Kathryn and Justine talk about the gender pay gap. They discuss what the gender pay gap is, it's presence in the veterinary profession specifically, and the importance of having an open culture with pay transparency in practice. Justine shares information on surveys/studies completed by SPVS and the University of Exeter on gender discrimination and pay. They also discuss how we can drive change and make a difference moving forward and how we must ensure women are offered equal opportunities to be promoted into leadership positions.

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat is Tullis Matson, Managing Director at Stallion AI Services and Founder and Chair of Nature's SAFE.

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat are Jessica May, Customer Success Manager at PetsApp; Wolfgang Dohne, Veterinary Surgeon and FECAVA Senior Vice President & Liz Barton, Head Of Communications at VetCT.

In this episode, Anthony and his guests discuss the Virtual Veterinary Care Association's (VVCA) movement into Europe and how it can help shape the future of care in the veterinary profession. Each guest gives a bit of background on themselves and their careers to date, they delve into the history of the VVCA, and they also explain some of the key definitions of telemedicine.

They share the environmental benefits of telemedicine and explore how it breaks down barriers to offer care and education to those in different countries, landscapes, and languages. Moreover, they discuss how telemedicine is making healthcare more inclusive for those who may struggle to be involved in in-person practice work, and how pet owners can use telemedicine to determine the level of urgency of their query.

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat is Rebecca Maher, Veterinary Surgeon, Consumer Psychologist and Managing Director at InsideMinds Consulting.

In this episode, Anthony and Rebecca discuss Rebecca's career to date, including what it was that led her to consumer psychology. Rebecca shares some basic information introducing consumer psychology, such as what drives our decision-making for both big and small life decisions. They discuss Rebecca's PGCert, her main thesis work researching whether how we present ourselves as clinicians affects how we are perceived and trusted, and how important it is to have a likeable personality to your clients. Rebecca gives 3 tips on how to help clients make the right decisions for their pets, such as reputability and vocabulary choices. Finally, they also talk about Rebecca's new business InsideMinds Consulting and how they can help those in the veterinary profession have better communication with their clients.

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat is Sonya Miles, Exotic Species Veterinary Surgeon & Head Of Department at Highcroft Exotic Vets.

In this episode, Anthony and Sonya discuss whether we are taking our responsibility to fish medicine seriously enough. They talk about the lack of time spent teaching exotics in university, how aquatic species are just as important to their owners as other companion animals pets, and the importance of knowing a basic clinical exam. Sonya also shares the 3 conditions she sees the most in Goldfish and Koi. Finally, Sonya shares her experience in working with the Olive Ridley Project and how important their work is.

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat are Jill Moss, Founder of the Bella Moss Foundation, and Tim Nutall, Head of Veterinary Dermatology at Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, The University of Edinburgh.

In this episode, Anthony, Jill and Tim discuss the issue of antimicrobial resistance. Jill shares her personal story that led to her setting up the Bella Moss Foundation, Tim talks about the history of antibiotics and how long we have known about resistance, and they talk about the recent change in perspective on when antibiotics should be used. Tim gives information on other treatment options, and they also talk about the importance of the antibiotic amnesty campaign.

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat is Emma Short, Senior Nutritionist at Baileys Horse Feeds.

In this episode, Anthony and Emma discuss who Baileys Horse Feeds are and everything they are doing as a company. Emma shares information on how they produce their food on-site with their own mill, the benefits of production all being in one place, and her career to date. They also talk about the company's ongoing research into the ingredients they use, how education is at the centre of the company, and their involvement with the initiatives such as better beginnings. Moreover, Anthony asks about obesity issues in horses and what some of the company's sustainability efforts are.

Thank you to Baileys Horse Feeds for sponsoring this episode.

This VETChat episode is part of our series on supporting and empowering women in veterinary, hosted by Kathryn Bell. Joining Kathryn today is Jo Keeler, Managing Director of Belbin Ltd.

In this episode, Kathryn and Jo talk about managing teams. Jo shares advice on how a manager can choose the best candidate for the position they want to fill, tips on how to manage a team in a stressful environment, and how to provide employees with varied, adaptable and flexible roles.

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat is Gillian Davidson, Founder of Green Place Social and Veterinary Nurse.

In this episode, Anthony and Gillian discuss the magnificent world of social media! They open by discussing the rapid digitalisation of the world, and how the pandemic accelerated this. Gillian shares all sorts of tips on how to use social media to advertise your vet practice, including which platforms to use, knowing your audience, what NOT to be posting, and the rise of video marketing. They also talk about how to use trends to your advantage and how exactly Gillian helps her clients and their business.

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat is Peter Vogel, Director Of Business Development at Otter Energy, a solar energy company in Ontario, Canada.

In this episode, Anthony and Peter talk about solar panels and why you should install them in your vet practice. Peter gives an introduction to himself and the company. They discuss whether Canada is facing similar energy problems as the UK, and they reflect on some past government programmes. Peter outlines some benefits of installing solar panels in your home or vet practice, including the economic benefits and the reliability of having the energy to fall back on if something goes wrong with your supply. Finally, they also cover topics such as the advantages of net metering, phasing out coal, and the value of having batteries.

This VETChat episode is part of our series on supporting and empowering women in veterinary, hosted by Kathryn Bell. Joining Kathryn today is Tasha Walsh, a relationally trained Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor and founder of Seen and Heard Therapy.

In this episode, Kathryn and Tasha talk about ASC and ADHD in women. Tasha shares a bit of her background and what made her want to start working in this area, she explains what ADHD is and its symptoms, and how they may overlap with other neurodivergent diagnoses. They discuss why it may go undiagnosed for so long and how young boys are diagnosed much more frequently than young girls. Finally, Tasha shares advice she would give to someone with ADHD on how they can improve their workplace and personal life.

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat is Sarah Heath, Veterinary Specialist in Behavioural Medicine.

In this episode, Anthony and Sarah discuss veterinary behavioural medicine. Sarah explains how we should consider emotional and cognitive health alongside physical health, and defines what she means by these terms. They discuss how to lessen the association of pain and the vet practice, whether we are still seeing puppy parties, how vets can educate the public on research that should be done before getting a puppy and more!

Thank you Forte Healthcare for sponsoring this episode.

This VETChat episode is part of our series on supporting and empowering women in veterinary, hosted by Kathryn Bell. Joining Kathryn today is Libby Kemkaran-Thompson, Neurocoach and creator of Tame Your Brain.

In this episode, Kathryn and Libby talk about how to get your brain into flow and how to be the best version of yourself. Libby shares some background on herself and the turning point that caused her to stop practicing in the veterinary profession. They discuss Libby's program 'The Big Cat Vet Brain', the only profiling tool specifically designed for the veterinary profession. This tool helps vets to both understand themselves and how to keep everyone in their natural flow in order to have the team work well together. Finally, Libby shares the first steps to take if you are interested in learning more about this topic.

Joining Anthony for today's episode of VETchat is Juliet Davenport. Founder of Good Energy and Author of 'The Green Start-Up: Make Your Business Better For The Planet'.

In this episode, Anthony and Juliet discuss her new book and what people can expect from it. Juliet shares how she started good energy, including her work on changing the regulations for exporting energy to the national grid. They talk about the importance of trying to produce as much energy ourselves as we can, the shortage of engineers that can install solar panels, and Juliet's thoughts on investing in natural capital.

Joining Anthony for today's episode of VETchat is Dr Sarah Machell, Medical Director at Vetster, a veterinary telemedicine provider.

In this episode, Anthony and Sarah discuss who Vetster are and how the company was founded. Sarah shares some insight on her career background and discusses how technology progression has helped us in the profession. Sarah tells of how people are enjoying the Vetster platform in the UK, how beneficial it is bringing the physical and virtual practices together to help complement and support each other, and how telemedicine can help people to continue to practice and stay in the profession just in a less traditional way. Finally, they talk about how Vetster will be attending the London Vet Show in 2022 and how you can get in touch with them if you are attending.

Thank you to Vetster for sponsoring today's episode.

Joining Anthony for today's episode of VETchat is Fergus Allerton, European Veterinary Specialist in Small Animal Internal Medicine and Ian Battersby, Responsible Pharmaceutical Stewardship Lead for Mars Veterinary Health.

In this episode Anthony, Fergus and Ian talk all about antibiotics ahead of the antibiotic amnesty campaign running in the UK through the month of November. They explain both of their backgrounds, discuss how the professional opinions on antibiotic treatment lengths have changed, and the problems with inappropriate usage of leftover antibiotics.

Fergus explains the Antibiotic Amnesty Campaign and how veterinary practices can get involved. He outlines the benefits of running a campaign like this, such as offering safe disposal of unused antibiotics and the research information that will be gathered to help guide future prescription habits.

This VETChat episode is part of our series on supporting and empowering women in veterinary, hosted by Kathryn Bell. Joining Kathryn today is Clare-Louise Knox, business psychologist and founder of See Her Thrive.

To mark national menopause awareness day, Kathryn and Clare talk all about perimenopause and menopause. They discuss the difference between the two, what age you can actually start seeing signs of perimenopause, and some of the symptoms. Clare also shares some of her personal experiences with symptoms and doctors. They also talk about the importance of manager training in the workplace and ensuring that team leaders have the knowledge, awareness and confidence to offer support to those who might be experiencing symptoms.

Joining Anthony for today's episode of VETchat is Camilla Edwards, Founder and Managing Director at First Opinion Veterinary Ultrasound (FOVU).

In this episode, Anthony and Camilla discuss Camilla's career so far and how she set up FOVU, including developing her online courses. Camilla shares how you can use their website quiz to find the best ultrasound equipment for you, how she has standardised her reviews and the importance of 'giving it a go' even when your kit is limited. They also discuss what to expect from Camilla's upcoming 3-part webinar series on The Webinar Vet.

Joining Anthony for today's episode of VETchat is Sean Wensley, Senior Vet at the UK veterinary charity the People’s Dispensary for Sick Animals (PDSA) and Author of the book 'Through A Vet's Eyes: How We Can All Choose a Better Life for Animals'.

In this episode, Anthony and Sean talk about the great new release 'Through A Vet's Eyes: How We Can All Choose a Better Life for Animals', a book where Sean shares his first-hand experience of how animals are treated and used for our benefit. He interrogates the different levels of welfare afforded to them and reveals how we the general consumer can reduce our animal welfare footprint through the choices we make every day.'

They discuss how the veterinary welfare syllabus improved over the years, the importance and the benefits of giving animals a good life and a humane death, the different levers for change, and the benefits of unions such as the British Veterinary Association (BVA).

Joining Anthony for today's episode of VETchat is Dr Fabiola Quesada, Founder & Executive Director Wildlife Conservation Medicine Foundation & CEO Wild Spirit.

In this episode, Anthony and Fabiola discuss wildlife conservation, natural resource over-use and the importance of protecting natural areas and wildlife. Fabiola talks us through her conservation courses for veterinary professionals in South Africa and Gabon and how you could get involved with them. They also discuss whether tourism in conservation areas is a solution or a problem and the importance of individual responsibility.

This VETChat episode is part of our series on supporting and empowering women in veterinary, hosted by Kathryn Bell. Joining Kathryn today is Kel O'Neill, an Integrative Counsellor / Therapist and Educator with a special interest in the area of Eating Disorders.

In this episode, Kathryn and Kel talk about the topic of eating disorders. Kel shares her expert knowledge on what they are, how many people are affected and how it can impact someone's life. They talk about whether the perfectionist mentality typical to the veterinary profession can be a catalyst to eating disorders, and similarly how dangerous busy work environments and missing meals can be. Kel also shares the key signs to spot if someone is struggling and tips on how best to approach someone if you are worried about them.

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Sean McCormack, Head Vet and Manager, Veterinary Affairs at tails.com and Founder and Chair of Ealing Wildlife Group.

In this episode, Anthony and Sean discuss Sean's career journey, including what inspired him to become a vet and why he decided to stop working in clinical settings. Sean shares his journey up to COP26 on a sailboat and what research they did along their way. They also talk about topics such as the biodiversity crisis, wetland creation, and pet food sustainability. Finally, Sean also explains why he set up the Ealing Wildlife Group and their latest project.

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Lior Kuyer, CEO and co-founder of SignalPET. SignalPET’s advanced technology utilizes machine learning and artificial intelligence to assess radiographs in real-time for normals and abnormals on 50+ radiographic tests. You take x-rays. Your images instantly get reviewed by SignalPET's AI. And you get instant test results in addition to a custom client-facing radiology report. Help your veterinary team provide faster intervention, less expensive care, and enhanced patient outcomes during radiographic procedures.

In this episode, they discuss Lior's career journey so far, how SignalPET was formed, and the influence of the pandemic on the business. They talk about why they chose to focus on radiology initially, the benefits of educating the veterinary profession and the great combination of artificial intelligence and human intelligence.

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Mark Turner, Small Animal Practitioner and Course Director at VetQIT, a consultancy helping practices integrate quality improvement into everything that they do.

In this episode, Anthony and Mark Discuss patient safety and quality improvement, ensuring we learn from our mistakes, and what contributes to the culture in practice. They also talk about whether new graduates are less confident, the issues that come with hierarchical structures and not feeling able to speak up, and Mark explains what his company VetQIT are about.

This VETChat episode is part of our series on supporting and empowering women in veterinary, hosted by Kathryn Bell. Joining Kathryn today is Olivia Oginska, Emotional Intelligence & Wellbeing Coach and founder of VetGoneReal.

In this episode, Olivia shares her knowledge of bullying, the key signs to look out for to tell if someone is being bullied and advice for team leaders on how to manage bullying situations. They discuss the effects of bullying on practice culture and productivity and the importance of ensuring you listen to the person doing the bullying, making it a safe space for a discussion. Finally, Olivia shares tips on approaching your leader if you are being bullied.

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Neil Shaw, founder of SignalPET. SignalPET’s advanced technology utilizes machine learning and artificial intelligence to assess radiographs in real-time for normals and abnormals on 50+ radiographic tests. You take x-rays. Your images instantly get reviewed by SignalPET's AI. And you get instant test results in addition to a custom client-facing radiology report. Help your veterinary team provide faster intervention, less expensive care, and enhanced patient outcomes during radiographic procedures.

In this episode, Anthony and Neil discuss the benefits of Artificial Intelligence and the common challenges in a veterinary practice that AI can help with, such as; time management, lack of confidence and tunnel vision. Neil explains how SignalPET works, how they developed the system and what is in the near future too. They also discuss how the system continues to learn itself and how we can improve as vets as a result of its help.

Joining Anthony for this special episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Sarah Heath, Veterinary Specialist in Behavioural Medicine and Rowena Packer, Animal Behaviour and Welfare Scientist at RVC.

In this episode, Anthony, Sarah and Rowena discuss the influence of the pandemic on our pets. They delve into Rowena's research, some of the future issues that may be a direct result of the pandemic, the difference between the impacts on cats and dogs, and the importance of recognising emotional, physical and cognitive health as a whole. They also have an important conversation on the increase in less-reputable breeders, dog services and designer dogs, and just how vital it is to do your research before buying a puppy.

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Sam Niedbala, Chief Executive Officer at CryoConcepts LP.

In this episode, Anthony and Sam discuss Sam's background in chemistry and medical devices, particularly in-vitro diagnostics. They talk about the surge in knowledge about testing due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the popularity of cryosurgery over the years, and why it hasn't been more routinely used in veterinary medicine. Sam explains the new advancements in cryosurgery, what gas is currently used, the benefits of not needing anaesthesia, and the importance of freeze cycles. If you are thinking about introducing cryosurgery into your practice, give this episode a listen!

This VETChat episode is part of our series on supporting and empowering women in veterinary, hosted by Kathryn Bell. Joining Kathryn today is Tshidi Gardiner, Mindset Mentor & Wellness Coach for Veterinary Professionals at Gardiner Coaching.

In this episode, Kathryn and Tshidi have a conversation about burnout and taking care of your mental health as a follow up to Tshidi's recent webinar with The Webinar Vet. Tshidi explains the biological reasoning behind stress and how it can affect our bodies. They discuss burnout, its 5 stages, how it differs from stress, and some of the practice management mistakes that can lead to burnout. Finally, Tshidi shares some great tips on preventing burnout and keeping stress levels low.

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Stephen Cital, Veterinary Anaesthesia and Pain Specialist, Cannabis Expert, Speaker, Author and Inventor.

In this episode, Anthony and Stephen discuss CBD use in veterinary medicine. Stephen shares some background knowledge on cannabis use in the USA and Canada, the difference between hemp and marijuana, and a few additional benefits of hemp such as its use in clothing. They talk about clinical studies that have investigated where CBD may be helpful in veterinary, as well as the future of CBD, such as its use in cancer treatment. Stephen also emphasises the importance of product quality and knowing your manufacturer. They end the episode with Stephen talking us through the Veterinary Cannabinoid Academy, a platform he co-founded to provide reliable evidence-based information on the utility of cannabinoids in veterinary medicine.

This VETChat episode is part of our series on supporting and empowering women in veterinary, hosted by Kathryn Bell. Joining Kathryn today is Pam Mosedale, Quality Improvement Clinical Lead at RCVS Knowledge.

In this episode, Kathryn and Pam discuss the topic of quality improvement (QI) in practices. Pam shares what QI is, how practices can achieve QI and how practice managers can get started. Pam also shares her answers to questions from our audience, such as 'Does blame culture inhibit quality improvement?'.

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is John Waterhouse, Veterinarian, Certified Canine Rehab Practitioner and Founder of Veterinary Teaching Academy.

In this episode, Anthony and John discuss all things rehabilitation. John shares his journey up until now and what led to him launching the Veterinary Teaching Academy in 2015. They discuss how to decide between surgery or rehabilitation, issues such as degenerative joint disease and the difficulties with feline rehabilitation.

John also shares all the information on their new venture 'Canine Rehab On-Demand', which are 12-week rehabilitation programmes for the top 20 most common orthopaedic diseases. These are made for the public so that veterinarians can refer their clients, with the added benefit of a 40% affiliate commission.

Joining Anthony for this episode of our sustainability series on VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Clive Elwood, Executive Coach at Trellis Leadership Coaching.

In this episode, Anthony and Clive have a great discussion about wellness and sustainability. Clive shares his background in veterinary and how he took up coaching, they discuss learning from your failures, the importance of taking time for yourself, the impacts of social media, and ensuring we support each other. Clive also talks about the sustainability efforts of Davies Veterinary Specialists, particularly the impact of those like Ellie West, and also shares his top sustainability tips.

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Cat Henstridge (or 'Cat the Vet' as she is known online), a small animal veterinary surgeon and veterinary blogger.

In this episode, Anthony and Cat have a little catch up with what they have been doing and talk all about nutrition. They discuss how most vets know more than they think when it comes to nutritional issues, and how their skill set is often wrongly set aside. Cat explains how approaching senior nutrition requires a very holistic view and how veterinarians have to know such a wide range of information.

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Fabian Rivers, Exotics and Small Animal vet at Amicus Veterinary Centre.

In this episode, Anthony and Fabian discuss a whole range of topics around exotic diseases in exotic pets. Fabian shares tips on how to recognise diseases, how we should be promoting better rabbit husbandry, and the importance of knowing just how transferable a veterinarian's skills are. They also discuss the proper use of drugs and topical treatments, the top 3 common conditions in Eurasian Hedgehogs, and the relatively new revelation in reptile husbandry - bioactive setups.

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Joining Anthony for this episode of our sustainability series on VETchat by The Webinar Vet is David Hetherington, Ecology Advisor at Cairngorms National Park Authority and author of 'The Lynx and Us'.

In this episode, Anthony and David discuss the topic of trying to re-introduce the Lynx back into the UK, both David's PhD and book focused on research into this re-introduction possibility. David shares some great insight into the nature of the Lynx and how they currently fit into the ecosystems of other countries in Europe. They also discuss the risks involved with re-introducing ambush hunters like the Lynx, particularly when it comes to sheep farming, as well as the issues of biodiversity and expanding the woodland up in the Scottish Cairngorms.

Joining Anthony for this episode of our sustainability series on VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Jen Gale, founder of Sustainable(ish) and author of The Sustainable(ish) Living Guide. Sustainable(ish) is 'the home of easy, everyday sustainability for the #IMPERFECTLYGREEN, doing what you can, one baby step at a time. No preaching, no judgement, no expectations of eco-perfection.'

In this episode, Anthony and Jen have a great discussion on all things sustainability. Jen gives insight into her passion for sustainability, her year of buying nothing new, and her book writing process! They also talk about how we can help more people to get involved with sustainable living, the best approach to sustainability conversations and how we may be able to deal with climate anxiety. Other topics of conversation include Jen's thoughts on offsetting, excessive consumerism, how veterinary professionals can make the next steps forward, and whether the pandemic could have been a sustainability reset.

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Guen Bradbury, a veterinary surgeon who runs a teleconsultancy to help rabbit owners, vets, and vet nurses with behavioural problems in rabbits.

In this episode, Anthony and Guen discuss parasite control in rabbits. They chat about Guen's experience to date, rabbits' domestication, and why we should refrain from picking them up. They talk through the most common parasites in rabbits and the best treatment methods. Guen also explains the importance of good husbandry for rabbits and how parasite management has to consider the whole welfare of the rabbit.

This week's VetChat episode is part of our series on supporting and empowering women in veterinary, hosted by Kathryn Bell. Joining Kathryn today is Hannah Perrin, Learning & Development Lead at Veterinary Leadership & Management at Veterinary Management Group (VMG).

In this episode, Kathryn and Hannah discuss VMG's new ILM Level 5 Certificate and Diploma in Veterinary Leadership & Management. The course's aim is to enable you to progress your leadership and management knowledge and skills, whatever your role. The Award, Certificate and Diploma are ILM accredited at Level 5, meaning that the graduates will be dual-qualified with both an ILM qualification and their veterinary-specific VMG one. This gives you the best of both worlds: a highly relevant, tailor-made qualification for your role in the veterinary sector, plus a globally-recognised leadership and management qualification should you decide to diversify.

During their chat, Hannah shares insight into the new principles of the course and how it came about. They discuss the course structure, particularly shining a light on its flexibility and adaptability to each individual, who the course may benefit and any future plans they have moving forward.

This week's VetChat episode is part of our series on supporting and empowering women in veterinary, hosted by Kathryn Bell. Joining Kathryn is Molly Fiander, RVN and founder of MolyMed Supplies.

In this episode, Kathryn and Molly talk all about MolyMed, an online medical marketplace where you can create a shop to sell directly to your target market. Molly shares her journey in creating the business, where the idea came from in the wake of the pandemic, the steps she took to get to where she is now and what she would have done differently. They also discuss having a business mentor and how Molly achieves some of her work-life balance.

Joining Anthony for today's episode of our sustainability series on VetChat by The Webinar Vet is John Chitty; RCVS Advanced Practitioner in Zoological Medicine, Co-Director at Anton Vets, and consultant to seven zoological collections, a commercial laboratory and the Great Bustard Reintroduction project.

In this episode, Anthony and John discuss the introduction of Great Bustard birds back into the United Kingdom. John explains the history of great bustards in the UK and how they were hunted to national extinction in the 19th century. He explains what the great bustard group are doing to re-introduce these birds, how they have created a population of around 100 birds already, and their plans for the future. Anthony and John also talk about the re-introduction of the white-tailed eagle on the Isle of Wight, and John's involvement and opinions on this movement.

Joining Anthony for today's episode of VetChat by The Webinar Vet is Nate Zhang, Strategic Partnership at Vetstoria.

In this episode, Anthony and Nate start off with a little bit of a sustainability chat before heading into a brief description of Vetstoria, a veterinary scheduling platform. They discuss the benefits of spending less time on the phone organising bookings and how inspiring more conversation with clients in the waiting room can lead to an overall improvement in wellness. They talk about how the veterinary profession is becoming more technology-driven, how this is improving efficiency, and why every practice should be making the effort to become more digital.

This week's VetChat episode is part of our series on supporting and empowering women in veterinary, hosted by Kathryn Bell. Joining Kathryn is Christina Youell, Directors at People & Performance Ltd.

In this episode, Kathryn and Christina discuss the topic of women in leadership. They talk through Christina's career to date, how she would define leadership and what makes a good leader. Christina also shares information on her mentoring schemes and offers lots of advice on taking that next leap into a leadership role in your career.

Joining Anthony for today's episode of our sustainability series on VetChat by The Webinar Vet are Sarah Heath, Sustainability & ESG Director at IVC Evidensia and Lisa King, group HR director for IVC Evidensia.

In this episode, Anthony and his guests talk through the final pillar of IVC Evidensia's new sustainability strategy - people. They discuss what IVC Evidensia are doing to make their practices a great place to work in, including starting conversations, signposting where to get help, and mental health guidance training. Lisa also talks about their donation to VetLife and the great work that the charity are doing, and IVC Evidensia's mission to increase diversity within the veterinary profession.

Sarah outlines their partnership with the British Bee Veterinary Association to introduce 'Bee Friendly Practices'. She explains how more sustainable practices and nicer environments will lead to better welfare in the workplace and talks through IVC Evidensia's journey to net-zero climate impact across all their practices globally.

Joining Anthony for today's episode of our sustainability series on VetChat by The Webinar Vet is April Sotomayor, General Manager & Principal Consultant at Investors in the Environment.

In this episode, Anthony and April discuss how April came to be a part of investors in the environment, including her experience as a biologist and her masters in environmental management. April shares some insight into who investors in the environment are, what they do, and how everyone (even a small practice) can get involved to become more sustainable. The topic of environmental awareness in the veterinary profession is discussed, how every individual is becoming more aware of their environmental impact and future actions they should be taking to combat this.

At the end of this episode, April shares how you can get involved with investors in the environment.

Joining Anthony for today's episode of VetChat by The Webinar Vet are Rae Walters, Director of the Rabbit Welfare Association and Fund and Jane Tyson, Scientific Officer at the RSPCA.

In this episode, Anthony and his guests talk all about rabbit welfare. They discuss the current public viewpoint when caring for rabbits, the benefits of keeping rabbits indoors rather than outside, and information such as the PAW report. Rae also talks us through the new good practice codes for companion rabbits, and how important it is that this information is shared around practices.

This week's VetChat episode is part of our series on supporting and empowering women in veterinary, hosted by Kathryn Bell. Joining Kathryn is Cat Henstridge (or 'Cat the Vet' as she is known online), small animal veterinary surgeon and veterinary blogger.

In this episode, Kathryn and Cat discuss the topic of balancing work and motherhood. Cat talks through her own experience of being a vet with 3 children, her experience in her first few years as a new mother and having a very short maternity leave, and how she personally balanced it all. They also discuss being able to 'switch off' at home and the concept of the work-life balance issue. Finally, Cat also shares some of her own advice to new or expecting mothers working in the veterinary profession.

Today's episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is taken from the Virtual Congress 2022 Sustainability Summit. It offers the entire RCVS session, now available as a podcast, for free. 

In this episode, the RCVS share some insight into the sustainability stances they are taking within the company and the veterinary profession. We hear from Susan Paterson, Ellie West and Zoe Halfacree. 

Joining Anthony for today's episode of our sustainability series on VetChat by The Webinar Vet, is Alasdair King, Executive Director of International Veterinary Health for MSD Animal Health.

Ahead of the MSD Animal Health one health approach to vector born diseases symposium in March 2022, Anthony and Alasdair have an insightful chat on the topic. In this episode, Anthony and Alasdair talk about Alasdair's career so far, such as his work on stopping the spread of bluetongue in the UK. Alasdair then moved into work tackling much larger diseases such as rabies and foot and mouth disease. The two of them discuss the importance of the one health perspective to disease control and how the medical professions can collaborate to share knowledge.

Alasdair also shares information on what to expect from the MSD Animal Health one health approach to vector born diseases symposium. Including the structure of the event, the speakers involved, and what to expect from the sessions.

Joining Anthony for today's episode of our sustainability series on VetChat by The Webinar Vet are Sarah Heath, Sustainability & ESG Director at IVC Evidensia and Alistair Cliff, Deputy Chief Medical Officer at IVC Evidensia.

In this episode, Anthony and his guests talk through the first two pillars of IVC Evidensia's new sustainability strategy. Sarah shares information on their plans to educate their vets and practices to become more sustainable and talks about their journey towards net-zero carbon emissions through renewable electricity sources, vehicle electrification, and adapting practice buildings themselves. Alistair talks through IVC Evidensia's antibiotic stewardship plans and their targets to reduce dependency, improve infection prevention and improve clinical outcomes.

Joining Anthony for today's episode of our sustainability series on VetChat by The Webinar Vet, is Hugo Walters, Founder and CEO of Aardvark Pet Food. Aardvark makes sustainable fuel for planet-friendly pets, nutritionally balanced with insect protein.

In this episode, Anthony and Hugo discuss Hugo's reasoning for setting up Aardvark, how their insect-based pet food offers a more sustainable option for pet owners, and what their thoughts on the future of this industry are. Hugo shares more detail about the palatability of the product, its use of black soldier flies which offer more sustainable farming, and the measures taken to ensure sustainable packaging.

Joining Anthony for today's episode of our sustainability series on VetChat by The Webinar Vet, is Chris Copeman, Veterinarian and builder of the first Passivhaus veterinary practice. Passivhaus is a voluntary standard for energy efficiency in a building, which reduces the building's ecological footprint. It results in ultra-low energy buildings that require little energy for space heating or cooling.

In this episode, Anthony and Chris recap their time spent at COP26, the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference. Chris talks about his journey to building and opening the first Passivhaus veterinary practice, and explains some of the things that you can do to improve your own building's sustainability.

Joining Anthony for today's episode of our sustainability series on VetChat by The Webinar Vet, is Deborah Thomson, Veterinarian and Chair of World Veterinary Association's One Health Education. One Health aims to teach all ages about the connection between human, animal and environmental health. They educate on how people can collaborate to make the world healthier and more sustainable.

In this episode, Anthony and Deborah discuss the concept of one health, Deborah shares her experience in developing collaboration between doctors, veterinarians, and other medical professionals, and they also discuss other topics centred around sustainability. Deborah give us some insight into her book 'The Art of Science Communication - Sharing Knowledge with Students, the Public, and Policymakers', and why all our listeners should give it a read!

This week's VetChat episode is part of our series on supporting and empowering women in veterinary, hosted by Kathryn Bell. Joining Kathryn is Alexandra Taylor, registered Veterinary Nurse and BVNA President. Alexandra also runs her own company ‘The Cat Nurse’ where she offers CPD about feline nursing and behaviour.

In this episode, Kathryn and Alexandra discuss the topic of Endometriosis and Adenomyosis. Endometriosis is a long-term condition where tissue similar to the lining of the womb grows in other places, such as the ovaries and fallopian tubes. Adenomyosis occurs when the tissue that normally lines the uterus grows into the muscular wall of the uterus. The displaced tissue continues to act normally — thickening, breaking down and bleeding — during each menstrual cycle.

Alexandra was diagnosed around 35 years old and explains her experience with both conditions. They discuss how common it is to be affected, the impacts it may have on mental health such as learning to live with fertility problems, and how Alexandra now hopes to help others who are also struggling with either condition.

Today's episode of VetChat by The Webinar Vet is the final of our bite-size content taken from the April 2021 WVA Virtual Seminar on Food Security. The seminar aimed to raise awareness and promote the veterinary role in achieving global food security through the establishment of relevant partnerships with other professionals, integrating veterinary expertise into current and future global food security programs and identifying possible workforce opportunities for veterinarians outside of clinical practice.

This episode is a roundtable talk with all of the speakers; including Patricia Turner, Evan Fraser, Saskia Hendrickx, Gijs van 't Klooster, Karla Lucia Verastegui Castro, and Milorad Radakovic. They answer questions such as 'Who should be responsible for addressing poverty and food insecurity?', 'What are the best approaches to substantially alleviate hunger and food insecurity globally?', and 'How do the veterinary profession and professionals play a role in the national and global efforts to ensure food security?'.

Joining Anthony for today's episode of our sustainability series on VetChat by The Webinar Vet, is Mark Jones, Head of Policy at Born Free Foundation.

The Born Free Foundation are an animal charity that is passionate about wild animal welfare and Compassionate Conservation. Founded by Virginia McKenna OBE, Will Travers OBE and Bill Travers MBE in 1984, they work to stop the exploitation and suffering of individual animals living in captivity or in the wild. They campaign for a future where animals and people can co-exist, and where threatened and endangered species are protected for generations to come.

In this episode, Anthony and Mark discuss whether zoos have a role to play in conservation, or whether they are actually not needed at all. Mark shares his thoughts on the one-health aspect of wildlife trade, and how the way that we interact with wildlife creates the risks associated with the spread of diseases. Yet, explains some of the actions taken up by countries following the Covid-19 pandemic, that are attempting to mitigate the risk of future pandemics. They also discuss the need to remain optimistic following events such as COP26 and make an emphasis on the level of public understanding, for instance with the rise in environmental protests.

Today's episode of VetChat by The Webinar Vet is the third of our bite-size content taken from the April 2021 WVA Virtual Seminar on Food Security. The seminar aimed to raise awareness and promote the veterinary role in achieving global food security through the establishment of relevant partnerships with other professionals, integrating veterinary expertise into current and future global food security programs and identifying possible workforce opportunities for veterinarians outside of clinical practice.

This episode is a talk by Karla Verastegui on the role of veterinarians in food security. She talks about how veterinarians are needed along the whole food production chain. Including production, transportation, abattoirs, processing, and research and development.

Today's episode of VetChat by The Webinar Vet is the second of our bite-size content taken from the April 2021 WVA Virtual Seminar on Food Security. The seminar aimed to raise awareness and promote the veterinary role in achieving global food security through the establishment of relevant partnerships with other professionals, integrating veterinary expertise into current and future global food security programs and identifying possible workforce opportunities for veterinarians outside of clinical practice.

This episode is a talk by Saskia Hendrickx from the University of Florida, on animal-source foods in food security. She talks about the threats to food security and the vulnerability of food insecurity. She goes into detail on the issue of stunting, how over 160 million children over the age of 5 are stunted in growth, and how this outcome of malnutrition can have an impact on the individual and the economy. Saskia then explains the importance of animal-source foods as high-quality, nutrient-rich foods, and offers insight into what approaches are needed moving forward to see an increase in animal-source food consumption.

Today's episode of VetChat by The Webinar Vet is the first of our bite-size content taken from the April 2021 WVA Virtual Seminar on Food Security. The seminar aimed to raise awareness and promote the veterinary role in achieving global food security through the establishment of relevant partnerships with other professionals, integrating veterinary expertise into current and future global food security programs and identifying possible workforce opportunities for veterinarians outside of clinical practice.

This episode is a talk by Professor Evan Fraser from the University of Guelph, on feeding the future. He discusses topics such as population growth, climate change, distribution issues, and future technologies. 

This week's VetChat episode is part of our series on supporting and empowering women in veterinary, hosted by Kathryn Bell. Joining Kathryn is Lizzie Locket, Chief Executive Officer of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS). They talk all about dealing with failure, offer tips on managing and supporting members within a team who may have made a mistake, and how we can learn from them.

This week's VetChat episode is the first of our new series on supporting and empowering women in veterinary, hosted by Kathryn Bell. Joining Kathryn is Melissa Donald, Chair Standards Committee at Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) and past president of the BVA Scottish Branch. In this episode, they break open a conversation all about menopause: how it affects women, its influence in the workplace, and Melissa's own advice on managing it.

Joining Anthony for today's episode of our sustainability series at VetChat is Laura Sullivan, Veterinary Surgeon and founder of All Scrubbed Up. They talk about how Laura runs her business, how sustainability is at the forefront of her production decisions and Laura offers some of her sustainability top tips. Stay tuned to the end of the episode for a special discount for our listeners too!

The last 18 months have seen unprecedented challenges in veterinary workplaces. Burnout and compassion fatigue are important topics for us to understand right now. This podcast looks at what vet professionals need to know about burnout and compassion fatigue: focusing on prevention, recognition, and what helps.

This is a converted webinar from The Webinar Vet, sponsored by MMI. You can now listen to this content for free, whilst on the go, and at your own convenience!

Joining Anthony for today's episode of our sustainability series at VetChat is Chantelle Brandwood, Founder of Eco Offset Ltd. They talk about why Chantelle set up Eco Offset, how you can offset your pets, and offer some more sustainability tips for practices.

We apologise for the sound issues in this episode, Chantelle's lovely Labrador wanted to join in the conversation too!

Joining Anthony for today's episode of our sustainability series at VetChat is Sean Wensley, Chair of Animal Welfare Working Group, Federation of Veterinarians of Europe (FVE) and senior vet at PDSA. They talk about the joys of local wildlife and the natural world, Sean's involvement in the banning of wild bird trade and some global sustainability challenges.

Joining Anthony for today's episode of our sustainability series at VetChat is Hannah James, Sustainability & ESG Manager at VetPartners. They talk about Hannah's career so far, some of VetPartners sustainability initiatives, Hannah's re-wilding volunteer work on the Lifescape Project, and also her tips on how to become greener in both our professional and personal lives.

Joining Anthony for today's episode of our sustainability series at VetChat is Simon Doherty, Senior Lecturer at The Institute for Global Food Security, Queen's University Belfast and Director of Vet Sustain. They talk about Simon's career so far, the topic of food security, including campaigns such as 'Send A Cow' and some of Simon's tips for what we should be doing to help regenerate the veterinary world.

Joining Anthony for the first episode of our sustainability series at VetChat is Craig Bennett, CEO of The Wildlife Trusts. They talk about a whole range of topics, including the UK's decline in nature, The Wildlife Trusts's aim to change this with their target of 30 by 30, and some of Craig's personal tips on how to be more sustainable.

Joining Anthony for today's episode is Shawn Wilkie, CEO of Talkatoo, a voice dictation software. They talk about Shawn's career so far, how technology has changed over the last 12 months, and how Talkatoo can help those in the veterinary profession.

We apologise for the sound quality issues in this episode!

Joining Anthony for today's episode of VetChat is Paul Manktelow, Principal Vet at PDSA and founder of Vital Pet Health. They talk about Paul's career in veterinary and presenting, the PDSA's continued efforts to help patients during the pandemic and Paul's work as a board trustee at StreetVet.

Today's episode of VetChat is hosted by Anthony Chadwick, he is joined by Thom Jenkins, Co-Founder and CEO of 'PetsApp'. They talk about Thom's great and varied career so far, the world going digital and the purpose behind 'PetsApp'.

Joining Ben for today's WCVD9 special episode of VetChat is Andrea Gonzales, senior research director of the Companion Animal Research at Zoetis. They talk about Andrea's favourite research projects so far, what the most rewarding part of seeing a new drug through the whole process is, and what changes and advancements Andrea sees coming in the future of veterinary dermatology.

In the last of our three shorter CEVA VetChat episodes, Ben is joined by Dr Marie-Christine Cadiergues, Head of the service of Dermatology at Toulouse National Veterinary School. They chat about the changes in seborrheic disorders in dogs, how we can educate pet owners, and what the best approach to treatment might be.

Joining Ben for today's episode of VetChat is Pete Wedderburn, media veterinarian with regular national TV and radio appearances, and writer for a column in the Daily Telegraph since 2007. They chat about Pete's 35 years of experience, how the veterinary profession has changed over time and how to get the most out of your time within it.

In the second of our three shorter CEVA VetChat episodes, Ben is joined by Dr Chiara Noli, Dermatologist Specialist, Author and Vice President of European College of Veterinary Dermatologists. Ben and Chiara chat about the impact of the management of Atopic Dermatitis.

Joining Ben for today's episode of VetChat is Laura Massey-Pugh, Small Animal Vet. They chat all about 'SteLa Tandem Around the World' which is Laura's and her husband Steven's attempt to cycle around the World on a tandem bicycle in 180 days, setting a new World Record.

In the first of our three shorter CEVA VetChat episodes, Ben is joined by Dr Natalie Marks, Small Animal Vet, Medical Director of Blum Animal Hospital Chicago and more. Ben and Natalie chat about her talk at WCVD9, the new generation of pet owners and their relationship with veterinary professionals, and how veterinarians can adapt to the typical new client, specifically with dermatology cases.

Joining Ben for today's episode of VetChat is Jason Atherton, Director of Eden Hill Practice at Westway Veterinary Group, and Business Development Director at VetPartners. Ben and Jason catch up and discuss how Jason's career has developed so far, and the importance of teamwork within the profession.

We apologise for the sound issues in this episode!

Joining Ben for today's episode of VetChat is Lynn Mckeown, Neuro-Linguistic Programming Coach and Expert. They discuss all things leadership, the concept of NLP and how it can be used within your business.

Joining Ben for today's episode of VetChat is Cat Auden, Veterinary Surgeon and Head of Collaboration at VetLed, and Dan Tipney, Human Factors Specialist and Head of Evidence and Insights at VetLed. They chat about human factors in veterinary science, what steps we can take as individuals in the profession to maintain our wellbeing and how VetLed is helping to implement human factors into the profession.

Joining Ben in today’s episode is Senior Vice President of the BVA Daniella Dos Santos and Chair of the Good Workplaces Initiative Gudrun Ravetz. They discuss why they set up the initiative, how it will help the veterinary profession and what defines a good workplace culture.

Joining Ben today is Lou Northway, Clinical Nurse Lead at Wendover Heights Veterinary Centre and social media influencer - otherwise known as Lou the Vet Nurse Ben and Lou chat about how she made the decision to become a vet nurse and the highs and lows of her career ever since. They also chat about Lou's experience being more in the public eye.

Joining Ben today is BVA president, Daniella Dos Santos and co-founder of British Veterinary Ethnicity and Diversity Society (BVEDS), Navaratnam Partheeban. In this incredibly important episode, Ben, Daniella and Theeb discuss diversity, inclusion and discrimination in its many forms across the veterinary profession. 

We apologise for any sound issues in this episode, but we deemed it too important to miss out on - they disappear later on in the episode so please be patient!

Find out more about BVEDS here: http://www.bveds.com/ or follow them on Facebook @BritishVEDS and Twitter @bveds2016. You can also contact them for more information on: bveds2016@gmail.com

In today's episode, Ben is joined by Oke Eleazu, Chief Operating Officer at Bought By Many. Ben and Oke discuss Bought By Many and how they came about and how they have created a truly customer-centric business and how we can learn about this. They also chat about why Bought By Many value their veterinary relationship so much and therefore why they're giving over 100,000 hours of CPD to vet nurses in a partnership with The Webinar Vet. 

Joining Ben in today's episode in Gudrun Ravetz from VetYou and Andrew Snowball from Lighthouse Financial Advice. Ben, Gudrun and Andrew discuss how to plan your financial future, how to build confidence around your finances, what to do in the circumstances of financial trouble and much more. 

Joining Ben today is Sharon Quinn and Jason Warnock from Ontario-based telehealth platform, Smart.Vet. In this episode, Ben, Sharon and Jason chat about how Smart.Vet came about, how it has developed as a platform over the last 3 years and why a telehealth platform is an important addition to the client journey vs traditional video platforms, as well as what sets Smart.Vet apart with the recent influx of telehealth platforms launching in the profession.

On VetChat today, Ben is joined by Nuala Summerfield, co-founded of Virtual Veterinary Specialists. In this episode, Ben and Nuala chat about everything VVS: from how they look at addressing the "black and white" issue when it comes to referrals, how they support practices with specialist knowledge without the typical barriers that may come with referrals and how COVID-19 has changed the business. 

A big thanks to VVS for sponsoring this episode of VetChat

You can check out VVS' podcasts with The Webinar Vet here: https://bit.ly/3aMZU7j 

In today's episode, Ben is chatting to co-founder and CEO of PetsApp, Thom Jenkins. Ben and Thom chat about using digital technology to improve patient advocacy and what this looks like in real-life practices.

This podcast is kindly sponsored by PetsApp. Petsapp helps veterinary clinics to more deeply engage with pet owners to better advocate for pets, it includes role-based text chat, with the potential to deploy the capabilities of the entire veterinary team, as well as video consultation and payment processing capabilities. By adopting Petsapp in your clinic you can: monetise a previously un-monetisable touchpoint (the phone call!), improve capacity utilisation and generate leads.

They think it’s wrong that 92% of all pet issues go unaddressed by veterinary expertise, and want to help you solve for that.

Joining Ben today is behavioural psychology expert Libby Kemkaran-Thompson. Ben and Libby chat about how to use the power of your brain to regain the feeling of control and calm in these scary times. 

Joining Ben for another episode covering COVID-19 and the veterinary profession is John Innes, Chief Veterinary Officer for CVS. John and Ben chat about how the profession is coming together as a whole, how some are using innovation to overcome barriers and how, regardless of whether a practice is an independent or part of a corporate group, the most important thing to do right now is work together to make it through to the other side. 

Joining Ben for another COVID-19 bonus episode is BVA president, Daniella Dos Santos for a chat about how herself and the BVA are working to protect not just BVA members, but the whole profession during these uncertain times. They chat about what the BVA has been working on behind the scenes, the realities of furlough for the entire practice and of course, take time to say a huge thank you to those in the profession out there on the front line. 

In this very special episode of VetChat, we're bringing you not one, not two but three guests! Ben is joined today by Stephen, Anna and Nick from Its Mental, an organisation that provides people with knowledge and skills on how to better manage their Mental Wellbeing. The guys chat about all things mental wellbeing and how you can take an active approach to looking after yourself and making it fit around your busy life. 

In the third of our bonus episodes covering the outbreak of Covid-19, Ben is joined by Flavio Morchi, an Italian vet currently living in North-West Italy. In this episode, Ben and Flavio discuss how the outbreak has affected life in Italy, the effect it has had on veterinary practices and what the lasting effects of the outbreak could look like. 

Stay tuned for more episodes covering the outbreak coming soon.

In the second of our bonus episodes covering the outbreak of Covid-19, Ben is back and he is joined by Simon Whitehead, one of the partners at Brabners law firm in Liverpool, to discuss all aspects of "furlough" and this means across the veterinary profession as a result of the government measures announced last week. Ben and Simon chat about the definition of furlough, how it will impact members of the profession across all different types of employment, how employers should approach furlough in their practice and more. 

Stay tuned for more episodes covering the outbreak coming soon.

In the first of our bonus episodes covering the outbreak of Covid-19, CEO and founder of The Webinar Vet, Anthony Chadwick takes the hosting reins and is joined by Alasdair Hotston Moore from Concordia Petcare in Shanghai. Anthony and Alasdair discuss how the outbreak has played out from his perspective in Shanghai. 

Stay tuned for more episodes covering the outbreak coming soon.

Today, Ben is joined by Natalie Morris, owner and director of Malthouse Veterinary group. In today's episode, Ben and Natalie chat about how she went about buying into her own practice and the highs and lows of being an independent practice in an increasingly corporate world. 

*We're sorry the audio in this episode isn't great, we thought it was too important to miss out so we decided to keep it in*

In today's episode of VetChat, Ben is joined by the president of British Veterinary LGBT+, Dan Makin. In this episode, Ben and Dan discuss the importance of BVLGBT, what it is doing in the profession and what it hopes to achieve in the future. They also chat about what to do if you're struggling, or how you can support others around you who may be struggling with LGBT issues - as well as Pride Month and what that means to the community as a whole. 

In our final episode of our 10 day first series of VetChat, Ben is joined by a very special guest, CEO and founder of The Webinar Vet, Anthony Chadwick. Ben and Anthony chat about everything The Webinar Vet, from how it came about, to the highs and lows throughout the journey in the last 10 years and where the business is looking forward to in the next 10 years. 

Join in the chat on social media and share how you've changed in the last 10 years with hashtag #WebVet10YearChallenge 

Joining Ben today is Liz Barton, editor of Veterinary Woman, the co-founder of VetMums and the WellVet movement.  In this episode, Ben and Liz will chat about what's harder, being a mum or a vet, the similarities of perfectionism in being a vet and being a mum, the struggles of being a woman and a mum in the veterinary profession and more.

In this episode, Ben is joined by Susie Samuel, founder and CEO of VetHelpDirect and VetsDigital. Ben and Susie will chat about how VetHelpDirect came to be, the impact of embracing more digital in your practice, where the profession is falling short in terms of digital adoption, what the common mistakes are that practices make, telling case stories instead of case studies and much more. This isn't an episode to miss!