The Veterinary Project Podcast

The Veterinary Project is incredibly excited to present this bonus episode of the podcast in celebration of the release of co-host Dr. Michael Bugg's new book: You’re Gonna Get Peed On!: How Veterinarians Can Keep Their Dream Job from Becoming a Nightmare While Working Less and Earning More Dr. Michael Bugg, DVM, is a full-time real estate investor and veterinarian with over a decade of clinical experience in veterinary medicine. After graduating from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in 2008, he practiced as a mixed-animal veterinarian before shifting to a small-animal general practice. Like many of his colleagues, Michael struggled with the unique demands of veterinary clinical practice. Overwhelmed and burned-out, he often felt as if his career was spiraling into a nightmare. He struggled to get ahead financially despite the long hours he spent at the clinic. His entire life was impacted by his career stress—so much so that his wife gave him the moniker Miserable Mike. This, along with working amid the early 2000’s financial crisis and witnessing once-retired veterinarians picking up shifts, motivated Michael to take back control of his life. In You're Gonna Get Peed On!, Michael shares smart solutions for the personal and financial struggles that no one warned you about in vet school. With this guide of practical advice and insights from veterinarians pulled from this very podcast, get ready to take back control from veterinary burnout and realign your life for ultimate joy and financial abundance-both inside and outside of the clinic. This conversation led by co-host Dr. Jonathan Leicht, takes you behind of the scenes of the creation of the book, as well as going deeper into areas such as: Why Dr. Michael Bugg decided to write a book The how-tos of creating, writing, editing, and publishing Mike's book "This is a really good book!" - Dr. Jonathan Leicht gives his seal of approval Challenges and tribulations along the way Who this book is for "Miserable Mike" The difference between just-thinking-about-it, to aspiring, to accomplished author: GRIT The teachability index: your willingness to learn and your willingness to accept change Beyond the book - what else is included in You're Gonna Get Peed On! Get your copy of Dr. Bugg's book today!  Visit https://theveterinaryproject.com/book/ to order now! OR Head over to Amazon: https://www.amazon.ca/Youre-Gonna-Get-Peed-Veterinarians/dp/1738772314 Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project, or follow us on Instagram @theveterinaryproject. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can be sent to our Instagram, @theveterinaryproject. Thank you for listening and we'll catch you again in 2 weeks for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast!

Amy Oliver is an experienced healthcare executive and the founder and CEO of Amy Oliver + Co where she offers trusted advisory services and professional leadership and business coaching to practice owners, leaders, academics, and organizations in health and social sectors. Amy has coached and advised hundreds of health leaders and practice owners. She is passionate about bridging the gaps around strategy, management, and leadership through knowledge translation at the crossroads of health and business. She is the founder of the Healthy Business series, the Womentum series, and the online leadership platform, The Stack. She holds an MBA with a dual concentration in Organizational Leadership and Health Administration. She is a pharmacist, a Certified Leadership Coach, and a globally certified Project Management Professional.  Amy holds certificates in Emotional Intelligence and Advanced Strategic Management and Leadership. She is a sought after keynote speaker, a member of the Speakers Bureau of Canada, has won multiple health sector and leadership awards and is a recent alumna of the prestigious Governor General Canadian Leadership Conference. If you're someone who is in leadership or are someone who is aspiring to develop your leadership skills, you're going to gain immensely from this wide-ranging conversation. Topics covered include: The evolution of Amy's career Learning to lead through owning a franchise pharmacy business Letting things go to sharpen focus and increase productivity Best practices for health care providers and clinic leaders How operational efficiencies can improve mental health in the workplace Psychological safety in the workplace - what does that actually mean How clinic owners and leaders can get real feedback from their teams 3 examples of practices improving mental health in the workplace - employee engagement, operational efficiency, and recruitment Altering our expectations around what's possible for women (and men) in the workplace Amy's Impact Round! Thank you Amy for joining us on the show! If you'd like to learn more about Amy, her company's programs and consulting, or her upcoming initiatives and opportunities you can find her in the following places: www.amyoliver.ca E-mail direct: amy@amyoliver.ca Or on Instagram @amyoliverco One more amazing thing for our listeners...if you'd like to join the Fall 2023 cohort of Healthy Businesses, Amy's got a special discount code specific for listeners of this show! Use Promo Code VETPROJECT and get an additional  10% off the registration price for the Healthy Business 10 week course: https://www.amyoliver.ca/healthybusiness Registration is already open for the fall 2023 program! Early bird pricing goes until June 1st, 2023 before increasing to full price. This discount code applies to both the early bird and the full registration fees. If you or someone you know can benefit from additional business strategy and skills while gaining confidence in a group of like minded peers, then this course is for you! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project, or follow us on Instagram @theveterinaryproject. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can be sent to our Instagram, @theveterinaryproject. Thank you for listening and we'll catch you again in 2 weeks for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast!

After a spirited preamble on the current state of economic affairs, Dr Michael Bugg leads this conversation with the resident expert, Dr. Jonathan Leich, on all things locum. Dr. Leicht breaks down what any locum veterinarian, or those aspiring to become one, should know.  Topics covered in this tactical conversation: Know your geography and what the going rates are Negotiating rate of pay and services offered.    Being a locum veterinarian is not for new grads (explanation of why) Clarity on your list of exceptions before discussing rate of pay Understanding where the liability lies (on the locum or on the practice) Getting liability insurance Have a contract - know what you're asking for and be ready to discuss it Employer goals versus locum goals Expectations on when you'll get paid as a locum We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project, or follow us on Instagram @theveterinaryproject. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can be sent to our Instagram, @theveterinaryproject. Thank you for listening and we'll catch you again in 2 weeks for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast!

Dr. Caleb Frankel is the Founder and CEO of Instinct Science, an organization with a mission of greatly improving modern veterinary team experiences through better technology. Instinct's practice software platforms power many of the largest and most prestigious hospitals in the industry and are focused on enhancing state-of-the-art veterinary centers by incorporating true workflow improvement, decision support, patient safety tools, and charge capture automation. An internship-trained ER veterinarian and alumnus of the University of Pennsylvania, Caleb also practices emergency medicine at the Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center, an 80-doctor referral hospital in Greater Philadelphia, PA. He previously served as Director of New Product Development at Brief Media where he led the development of products such as the Plumb's Veterinary Drugs app.  Caleb blogs on all things technology and workflow in veterinary medicine at pickthebrain.instinct.vet. In our wide-ranging conversation we cover: Caleb's journey to the veterinary industry and Instinct Science Stumbling across an internship that combined business training with vet med experience The beginning of Caleb's technological innovation Solving problems with software The evolution of Instinct Science Raising the capital to get started using the 3 Fs Recruiting the founding team to get Instinct off the ground Entrepreneurship: "it's an every day thing - obsession required" Handling competition and differentiating yourself in the marketplace Teaching yourself how to be, act, and think like a CEO Caleb's Impact Round! Thank you to Caleb for taking the time to join us on the show! For those that want to learn more about Instinct Science or connect with Caleb, best place is online and on LinkedIn: https://www.instinct.vet/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/instinct-science/ We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project, or follow us on Instagram @theveterinaryproject. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can be sent to our Instagram, @theveterinaryproject. Thank you for listening and we'll catch you again in 2 weeks for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast!

Traveling a lot with work?  If you're like Dr. Addie Reinhard, you can relate to the challenges of work-related travel, especially after a couple years of non existent business travel as a result of COVID-19.  Instead of trying to figure it out on her own, Dr. Reinhard put it out to her network to ask for some advice on how to best travel for work, which caught the attention of our co-hosts...so we decided to bring her back to chat on the subject! Travel tips covered include: Setting intentional time aside for yourself Wake up at the same time you at home Exercise! Never check a suitcase Focus on going deep with networking, not wide If you're tired, try power naps Follow-up the meaningful conversations with a handwritten card Create time outdoors in nature Staying on top of the work that's left at home (and noticing what broke!) ...and so much more! About Dr. Addie Reinhard: A previous guest of the show (episode 086), Dr. Addie Reinhard is the Founder and CEO of MentorVet, an evidence-based mentorship and professional development program for recent veterinary graduates. She is a veterinary wellbeing researcher, and her research focuses on developing and evaluating innovative interventions to support mental health and wellbeing within the veterinary profession. Dr. Reinhard is on the research team for the third phase of the Merck Animal Health Veterinary Wellbeing Study, a study discussed in detail throughout this episode. In 2021, Addie completed a master’s degree in Community and Leadership Development and a Graduate Certificate in College Teaching and Learning from the University of Kentucky. She also holds a certificate in Veterinary Human Support from the University of Tennessee, and is a certified QPR instructor. Thank you to Dr. Reinhard for joining us on the show! If you'd like to connect with Addie you can do so in the following places: info@mentorvet.net IG, LinkedIn: @mentorvet Facebook: @mentorvet1 We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project, or follow us on Instagram @theveterinaryproject. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can be sent to our Instagram, @theveterinaryproject. Thank you for listening and we'll catch you again in 2 weeks for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast!

Welcome to 2023! Back in February 2021, Dr. Bugg shared his framework for goal setting on episode 028. It was a great episode - Go have a listen! In preparation for the first episode of the year, Jonathan and Mike decided to go back and have a listen to hear what's changed, what's stayed the same, and what goal setting this year means for them and the veterinary community.  Strap yourself in for some amazing stories, quality insights, and a number of laughs! Topics covered include: Acknowledging how far you've come Identity-based goals vs. outcome-based goals The VET acronym for success Visualization - See the future you desire Environment - Your physical world matters Tactics - The 7 Ds We'd love to hear what your goals are for 2023! Send us your messages on Instagram to @theveterinaryproject We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send a message to us on Instagram @theveterinaryproject and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to our Instagram, @theveterinaryproject. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you in 2 weeks for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast!

It's the festive time of year and as the holiday season enters full swing,  Dr. Jonathan Leicht and Dr. Michael Bugg have big news to share surrounding the show, including what things will look like in 2023! Enjoy the episode and a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you and your family from the entire team at the Veterinary Project Podcast! We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast!

Andrew Rotz is a CFP® Practitioner, Certified College Financial Consultant, and NAPFA member with a lifelong mission to serve his community. In his role as the Director of Personal Finance and Financial Literacy at NCSU's CVM in Raleigh, North Carolina, Andrew teaches students to plan around many factors including interests, abilities, values, personality, background, market conditions, and circumstances.  In his work with Tide & Tempest Financial Planning, Andrew helps clients and their families know and understand their needs, wishes, wants and the world that influences them to make intentional financial and life decisions. His mission is to enrich, educate, and engage the veterinary community to achieve better financial wellness and peace of mind. Andrew is co-host of Pawcast: Navigating the Veterinary Profession, a podcast offering advice to the veterinary profession on career development, personal finance and the business of veterinary medicine. Andrew also serves his country as a US Navy Reserve officer and recently returned from a deployment to the Middle East. He is married with two sons, living in Raleigh, NC. Topics covered in our conversation include: How Andrew got started working with veterinary professionals Financial foundations for students - why money matters Negotiating in today's hiring landscape Current excitements and fears for employees  Is academia keeping up with the pace of industry innovation? The financial challenges of today's modern DVM - student loan debt repayments, the cost of living, and wages How "The Great Wealth Transfer" may play out in vet med Aspiring clinic owners; should you buy or build? What every vet professional should do with their money Andrew's Impact Round! Thank you to Andrew for joining us on the Veterinary Project Podcast! Want to connect with Andrew? You can find him in the following places: andrewrotz@tidetempestfinancial.com tidetempestfinancial.com Andrew's Podcast, "The PawCast: Navigating the Veterinary Profession" can be found on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pawcast/id1500316675 We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast!

Andrea Matrangolo is the Talent and Brand leader with Mosaic Veterinary Partners. She loves all things related to talent management, employer brand, and of course, animals! Over the last 10 years, Andrea has worked with teams—primarily in Oil and Gas-- to help them attract and retain the best talent, streamline talent processes, and showcase the importance of employer brand. Andrea lives in Calgary, AB with her husband, son, and her rambunctious springer spaniel. When she isn’t chasing around her toddler, you’ll likely find her outdoors or baking up a storm. As Director of Brand and Talent with Mosaic Veterinary Partners, Andrea brings her wealth of experience to the show this week to help other veterinary clinics attract and retain top talent for their operations.  Topics covered include: Andrea's career journey and transitioning to the veterinary industry Why you must stand out in the eyes of candidates! What is EVP - Employee/Employer Value Proposition Employer Brand: the perception of what it's like to work at your company How to build an EVP Your Employer Brand works as a filter Is this something you do internally or hire someone to do? Nuances of the candidate experience Building the "story" of a brand (and why story matters) Live, don't launch, your EVP Andrea's Impact Round! Thank you to Andrea for joining us on the show. The best place to reach here is via LinkedIn at: Andrea Matrangolo We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast!

Dr. Katie Ford is an experienced small animal vet, having graduated from Liverpool in 2012 and gaining her RCVS Certificate in Internal Medicine in 2017. She became passionate about opening conversations up around imposter syndrome and self-doubt following her own experiences in the veterinary profession, and trained as a certified coach with further study in a number of areas, as well as publishing a series of books.  Katie grew a following of over 18,000 across social media as @katiefordvet, and is an international and keynote speaker, both in the vet profession and beyond. She co-founded Vet Empowered in 2020, offering personal development content and group coaching services, namely to recent graduates. As her businesses grew, she saw the importance of money mindset and financial independence, not only within her own clients but in making personal progress too. She joined VetYou as a co-director, helping to break down barriers around finances within the profession and to enable access to timely, expert financial advice. She is currently studying for a Masters Degree in Emotional Wellbeing Therapy. Topics covered include: Katie's story The impetus of imposter syndrome Are you focused on proving yourself to others? Discrediting the voice in your head Fundamentals of developing self-worth - start with what truly matters to you Taking action in alignment with what matters to you The stages of competence "There" is not an external place, it's an attitude Katie's Impact Round! Big thank you to Katie for joining us on the show! To connect with Katie, you can find her in the following places: IG: @katiefordvet www.katiefordvet.com FB: Katie Ford Consulting & Coaching IG: @vetempowered www.vetempowered.com We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast!

**DISCLAIMER** The views and opinions expressed in this podcast do not constitute financial advice and are intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. What you do with your money is your responsibility and you agree any strategies undertaken are done so at your own risk. ----------------------------------------------------------- Signs are pointing in the direction of a recession, so we thought it prudent to bring back a previous guest, Isaiah Douglass, to provide some insights on what veterinary professionals should consider doing in today's economy! After working at a large national firm for a number of years, Isaiah left and founded a solo financial planning firm in 2018, pursuing a planning approach that was dedicated to identifying ways to grow the net worth of veterinarians. In the summer of 2020, he merged with another financial advisor and became a partner in Vincere Wealth Management. Isaiah is a Certified Financial Planner™, Certified Exit Planner, and Fee-Only advisor, as well as the host of the weekly Veterinarian Success Podcast, which interviews and discusses topics related to the clinical, business, financial, and personal lives of veterinarians. He is deeply involved in speaking within veterinary medicine, having talks with students, on podcasts, in video interviews, and as a guest at the Veterinary Financial Summit conference. In this episode, we cover: The hot dog stand fable Where's the line between economic reality and "the noise" What Isaiah's hearing from veterinary clients from coast to coast Choosing your response to recession conditions Financial planning considerations for veterinary professionals in today's economy Understanding bonds and the bond market What else can you own other than stocks and bonds? Portfolio reallocation and why it's important Thoughts on interest rates Final words from Isaiah Thank you to Isaiah for coming back on the show! If you'd like to connect with Isaiah you can do so online at: isaiah@vincerewealth.com https://www.vincerewealth.com/ We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast!

Dr. Michael Bugg is running solo this week with Dr. Jonathan Leicht on vacation, so he decided to take to the mic to drop some fire on 3 key topics that were worthy of illumination! What topics might you ask? Well, here's the high-level notes: DISCLAIMER: Investment and financial topics shared in this episode are not to be taken as financial or investing advice and are solely the opinions of the hosts of the show. Please consult your professional financial or investment planner for advice related to these subjects.  Dropping the ball (temporarily) by design Casting a vote (in the right direction) Prioritize your time this holiday season Get a handle on how you behave at the extremes (of economic markets) Thoughts on today's investment world including stocks, crypto currencies, and real estate investing Exercise extreme due diligence There will be excellent opportunities Leverage works both ways - be mindful of the cost of borrowing We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast!

Mentors come in many forms. Whether connecting directly with them day-to-day (like a boss or manager) or never connecting them with all (someone you follow on social media), mentors play critical roles in shaping our thoughts and actions, while showing us the path we have yet to walk.  In this episode, Dr. Bugg and Dr. Leicht discuss the importance of mentors, types of mentor relationships, and how to maximize the mentor/mentee relationship to create win-wins for everyone involved.  We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast!

If there's one thing that's for certain, it's that things change! In this week's episode, Dr. Jonathan Leicht and Dr. Michael Bugg share practical frameworks and strategies, along with some current real-life situations, for how to manage change.  Topics covered include: What prompts change? Change out of desperation vs change from inspiration Minimizing lag time between decision making and action Reviewing the game tape to see what's working (or what's not) It's normal for change to feel uncomfortable Not making a decision is also a decision How do you roll out change (personal example from Dr. Leicht) Evaluating the results of change Always be evolution We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com.  Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast!

Dr. Jonathan Leicht and Dr. Michael Bugg continue on last week's conversation of Short Term vs. Long Term decision making, while shedding some light on the current economic state of North America.  With signs pointing towards recession (if not already being there), those who make smart decisions today will set themselves up for rock star status - personally and professionally - on the up-cycle in years ahead. Topics covered include: The #1 investment to make in economic downturns that is guaranteed a significant return Work to learn vs. work to earn Is it time to side-hustle? Taking on debt vs. the no debt policy Elevating from employee to business ownership Return on lifestyle We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast!

Amidst Dr. Bugg's big news, we've got another episode for y'all this week on making decisions related to career and life! Jonny and Mike bat around the challenge of making decisions from the perspective of long term vs. short term gains, and why having an eye to both the future, and the now, is important.  We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast!

Dr. Megan Sprinkle is a board-eligible veterinary nutritionist who attended Auburn University for veterinary school and the University of Missouri for her clinical nutrition residency. She worked at Royal Canin US as a teacher and consultant for 5 years before recently joining BSM Partners, a consulting group helping businesses succeed especially in the pet industry. She's also the president-elect for the American Academy of Veterinary Nutrition. Megan lives with her husband and Great Dane in Savannah, GA where one of her favorite things to do is to produce her podcast called Vet Life Reimagined. In today's free-flowing conversation, Megan and our hosts dive into: Who is Dr. Megan Sprinkle?! How the early obsession with dolphins led to greater things... The career challenges of specializing in veterinary nutrition Building value, confidence, and having an impact Why start (and what drives) the Vet Life Reimagined podcast? Doing what you want versus "this is what I'm supposed to do" Training your mindset Megan's Impact Round! Thank you to Megan for joining us on the show! For links to all that Megan is up to, including her podcast, check them out below: BSM Partners: https://bsmpartners.net/ American Academy of Veterinary Nutrition (AAVN): https://aavnutrition.org/ Vet Life Reimagined YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf0CGUH0QmzarnRvisB6Lmg Vet Life Reimagined on Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vet-life-reimagined/id1617455211 We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast!

Coming off a trip to the Veterinary Innovation Summit in Portland, Oregon, Dr. Jonathan Leicht discusses his experience, insights, and key takeaways around the future of veterinary medicine.  With Dr. Bugg leading the chat, Dr. Leicht shares: Connecting with previous podcast guests in person Reviewing the "gold standard" of veterinary medicine Why the vet-centric model is no longer possible The statistics for what consumers and spending on veterinary care The concerning statistics behind professionals in the industry What options do we have to make things better? Increased utilization of veterinary techs Telehealth opportunities  "Adapt or die!"  Who in the veterinary industry is TRULY self-aware We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast!

Following up on the previous couple weeks of conversations surrounding entrepreneurship with our co-hosts, as well as repeat guest Dr. Gary Marshall, Mike and Jonny toe the line between execution and getting things done at the expense of feeling exhausted. Topics covered in this wide-ranging follow-up conversation include: Developing clinic culture, including healthy boundaries balanced with professional expectations Work life balance: real or not real? Tips for ensuring rest and recovery time Creating awareness around rest and recovery routines Rest and recovery routines: what's working and what's not for Mike and Jonny The vets set a wager... We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast!

This week we're catching up with fan favorite and multiple time guest, Dr. Gary Marshall! In this catch-up conversation with Dr. Marshall we cover: The seasons of life - differences between where Gary is at and where Dr. Leicht is at "Not being exhausted suits me" - dissecting Dr. Marshall's attention-grabbing social media post Removing the weight of clinic ownership Reduced hours, increased satisfaction, different lifestyle Thoughts on where our industry is at relative to the start of 2022 What's upcoming for Gary Connect with Gary on Instagram: @it.might.get.weird About Dr. Gary Marshall: Dr. Gary Marshall is a multi-faceted veterinary professional with years of experience in the industry. As a graduate of the Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Marshall founded Island Cats Veterinary Hospital on Mercer Island, Washington in 1996. He is a mentor/coach for VetX International representing North America where he connects with many students and new graduate veterinarians on a consistent basis. With his position as Adjunct Professor for Washington State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, there are several veterinary students receiving part of their clinical training at Island Cats. Dr. Marshall is a Past-President of the Washington State Veterinary Medical Association and still serves on the Board of Directors. He also has previously served as Vice-Chairman of the American Veterinary Medical Foundation and currently serves as one of two representatives from Washington State in the House of Delegates for the American Veterinary Medical Association. In 2020, he was appointed to the Advisory Group of the Commission for a Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive Veterinary Profession, a joint venture of the AVMA and AAVMC. At the end of 2020, Dr. Marshall was elected to the Board of Directors of the Women's Veterinary Leadership Development Initiative. He has really enjoyed working with the women on the board and the experience has helped him refine what allyship can and should look like. We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast!

Like a couple of classic entrepreneurs fitting in a podcast episode when time allows, Dr. Michael Bugg and Dr. Jonathan Leicht catch up for an episode in the midst of the end-of-week push in their respective lives.  Fittingly reflective of the recording situation, Mike and Jonny take this episode to share insights from their entrepreneurial journeys - both their current struggles and current successes in their lives as business owners.  Talking points include: Dr. Leicht's and Dr. Bugg's current areas of struggle Recognizing when your team needs you at a different level Learning to say NO! The red flag of "busy" Dr. Leicht's and Dr. Bugg's "what we're doing well!" Outsourcing household tasks Optimizing calendar usage  We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast!

With the return of the school year and a new wave of first year's entering vet school, Dr. Bugg and Dr. Leicht take a walk down memory lane and reminisce on their first year experiences, including some insights on how to make this life-changing experience the best it can be. Talking points include: Why "the competition is over" Bonding with classmates, pranks included Learning doesn't just take place in the classroom What's most memorable Intentionally creating magical moments We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast! - Jonathan Leicht, DVM and Michael Bugg, DVM

Ryan Appleby is an Assistant Professor of Diagnostic Imaging at the Ontario Veterinary College.  He completed veterinary school and a rotating internship at OVC.  He then completed an imaging internship in San Diego at and a residency in diagnostic imaging at NC State university in Raleigh North Carolina.   Ryan was boarded by the American college of veterinary radiologists in 2019 and rejoined the team at OVC at that time.  His research interests include the use of artificial intelligence in veterinary imaging, clinical applications of advanced ultrasound technologies.  He is passionate about teaching and started the website obivet.com in 2021 to provide global access to high quality veterinary educational content in a micro-learning format. *Note: We recommend you take a quick read of the journal links provided below that are referenced off the top of the show!* In this episode, Ryan and the guys discuss the impact of AI in veterinary medicine, veterinary imaging and clinical applications including: What is artificial intelligence in veterinary medicine? Explaining how AI works Applications AI can positively impact Driving forces behind the development of AI Factors that we should be considering around utilization of AI How can we prove AI validity to make it fit for practice Is AI benefitting the patient? AI smarter than human intelligence: yay or nay? Deployment of AI in practice Where can AI go from here Journal links: https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/260/8/javma.22.03.0093.xml https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/ajvr/83/5/ajvr.22.03.0038.xml To reach Ryan directly, you can find him here: IG: @applebydvm Twitter: @applebydvm Ryan@obivet.com rappleby@uoguelph.ca We're now online! Check out our new website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast! - Jonathan Leicht, DVM and Michael Bugg, DVM

Dr. Elliott Garber is a specialist in Veterinary Preventive Medicine and a graduate of Tufts University and the University of Virginia. He led and trained teams in clinical practice for eight years while in the military, including three years as veterinarian to the Navy SEALs and their working dogs. His science thriller, The Chimera Sequence, was published in 2015. Elliott built and sold an 8-figure e-commerce and marketing agency before joining Instinct to launch the veterinary industry's first electronic prescribing software. In our conversation with Dr. Garber we cover: Working as a veterinarian in the US military Scratching the "animal" entrepreneurial itch, from e-commerce to software What financial independence looks like for Elliott and his family Putting the financial puzzle pieces together Instinct Science - what is it, and why it matters Transitioning into a start-up company as a DVM Designing with ease in mind What are the key features, advantages, and benefits of Instinct Elliott's Impact Round! Want to learn more about Instinct Science or connect with Dr. Garber? Here's where to go: Online: www.instinct.vet LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elliottgarber/ We're now online! Check out our new website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast! - Jonathan Leicht, DVM and Michael Bugg, DVM

Back again for another round with Dr. Tannetje Crocker and this time she has big news to share....She's become a veterinary clinic owner!!! In this episode we hear all about: How the opportunity to purchase a clinic arose Why she made the decision to move forward into clinic ownership Details of the deal and the clinic What the due diligence of buying the clinic looked like Negotiations The freedom to take her ideas and run with them Buying a veterinary clinic WITHOUT being the lead vet! Making leadership decisions with the long-term vision in mind Day-to-day priorities for the first year of ownership Community support Final thoughts Thank you to Tannetje for taking the time to visit us again on the show, and congratulations on the great news! If you'd like to connect with Dr. Crocker, you find her online at: www.drcrockerpetvet.com On Instagram and TikTok @dr.tannetje.crocker We're now online! Check out our new website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info about the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast! - Jonathan Leicht, DVM and Michael Bugg, DVM

With another school year just around the corner, Dr. Michael Bugg and Dr. Jonathan Leicht share their 7 tips to succeed in veterinary school on this week's episode. Mike and Jonny highlight the following ways to make sure your veterinary school experience this year is a huge success, including: Network with everyone Collaborate over competing Travel when opportunities arise Lower your cost of living Get out of your comfort zone Revamping your study habits Shifting perspective, quit striving We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info on the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please follow / subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast! - Jonathan Leicht, DVM and Michael Bugg, DVM

**DISCLAIMER** The views and opinions expressed in this podcast do not constitute financial advice and are intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. What you do with your money is your responsibility and you agree any strategies undertaken are done so at your own risk. In this week's episode, we're picking Dr. Michael Bugg's brain on how to get started in real estate investing as a veterinary professional.  With 10+ years of experience investing in real estate assets including residential and multi-family, Dr. Bugg shares on a variety of real estate investing topics to illuminate the possibilities for veterinary professionals who need to realize the importance investing will have on the quality of their financial future. Topics covered include: Dr. Bugg's evolution in real estate investing Turning a lucky opportunity into an education Real Estate Investing 101 Building credit (access to credit) Accumulating capital for investing Becoming an area expert Be willing to ask! Get educated, get connected Learn how to analyze deals Write offers We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info on the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please follow / subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast! - Jonathan Leicht, DVM and Michael Bugg, DVM

It has been 2 years since the idea of this podcast was born...and now...with numerous guests interviewed, conversations conducted, and experiences shared, the Veterinary Project Podcast is excited to have reached a major milestone in the show's history: our 100th episode! To celebrate this milestone, Dr. Jonathan Leicht and Dr. Michael Bugg have prepared 3 questions for each other, looking back on favorite moments, guests, episodes, and stories from the past 2 years, as well as looking forward to what our future has to unfold. To all our loyal listeners, gracious guests, and support team, we thank you for making our run to 100 a huge success! Here's to 100 episodes - and to the next 100 to come! - Jonathan Leicht, DVM and Michael Bugg, DVM

When lifestyle changes forced Leilani Mustillo to consider leaving Vet med, she connected with friend and fellow industry colleague Dr. Sean Neate to discuss a solution to both the career changes she faced and an opportunity to improve Telehealth. After a couple long brainstorming sessions, Animal HealthLink was born, with the vision and mission to redefine the veterinary emergency and after-hours triage model and be the veterinary industry standard for triage. Leilani, RVT  CEO  is a born and raised Albertan who completed the Olds College Animal Health Technology program in 2009. Since graduating, she has worked in specialty and emergency medicine in both nursing and management roles. Since 2015, she has been an instructor in Olds College's Animal Health Department. As an advocate for RVT advancement, she has a love for mentoring and training those who are new to emergency and critical care medicine, with her favourite topic being emergency triage. Sean grew up in Alberta and originally obtained a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Alberta, but switched careers and graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Calgary. After graduation, Sean completed a rotating small animal internship at a referral institution in Calgary. After spending several years in referral and emergency medicine, he moved to family practice. Sean is currently a practicing partner in a group of veterinary hospitals in Calgary where he enjoys a mixture of clinical cases and leading teams in their growing practices. In our wide-ranging conversation with Leilani and Sean, topics covered include: Leilani and Sean's career journey Creating a new path to keep involved in the profession Animal HealthLink's inception The benefit of Animal HealthLink's services for veterinarians and clinics Transforming the way telehealth is done Working within the regulatory framework in multiple States and Provinces How does Animal HealthLink work? The fun of starting up a veterinary business - what it really takes What's got Leilani and Sean excited for the company's future Leilani and Sean's Impact Round! Thank you to Leilani and Sean for joining us on the show! To find out more about Animal Health Link, visit or connect with them in the following ways: https://www.animalhealthlink.ca/ info@animalhealthlink.ca @animalhealthlink on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info on the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please follow / subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast! - Jonathan Leicht, DVM and Michael Bugg, DVM

How do we create more conversation and drive positive change for wellbeing and self-care in our profession?  Dr. Ryan Appleby is one of the voices actively working to shed light on this incredibly important challenge our industry faces, and in this episode we're expanding the conversation in this area with him.  Dr. Appleby is an Assistant Professor of Diagnostic Imaging at the Ontario Veterinary College.  He completed veterinary school and a rotating internship at OVC.  He then completed an imaging internship in San Diego and a residency in diagnostic imaging at NC State university in Raleigh, North Carolina.   Ryan was boarded by the American College of Veterinary Radiologists in 2019 and rejoined the team at OVC at that time.  His research interests include the use of artificial intelligence in veterinary imaging and clinical applications of advanced ultrasound technologies.  He is passionate about teaching and started the website obivet.com in 2021 to provide global access to high quality veterinary educational content in a micro-learning format. In our conversation with Dr. Appleby we cover: Ryan's background and career to date The impetus for, and challenge behind, releasing his "Wellbeing in Veterinary Medicine" blog post on Obivet  Why industry and organizations need to get more involved in professional wellbeing External factors that inhibit self-care  Should clinics and corporations flow more money towards helping staff with self-care and wellbeing? Organizational vs. individual accountability for wellbeing Everyone needs to get involved in order to drive change People first vs. profit first - should businesses adjust their models in order to address wellbeing challenges?  The "Perfect Practice Wish List" - Dr. Appleby's suggested solutions Ryan's Impact Round Check out Ryan's educational content online with Obivet: https://obivet.com/ Twitter: @obivet IG: @obivetce To reach Ryan directly, you can find him here: IG: @applebydvm Ryan@obivet.com We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info on the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please follow / subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast! - Jonathan Leicht, DVM and Michael Bugg, DVM

Dr. Jonathan Leicht puts on his veterinary operator hat for this week's episode covering all things veterinary suppliers! Topics covered include: Have your agreements in place well before you open a new clinic Choosing your supplier "partners" wisely It's all based on relationships Understanding the perspective of product reps from Pharma Salespeople are salespeople - so be direct! Things to consider when entering into contracts Clearly communicate when things change Thoughts on contracts being shorter or longer What to do if you're a small volume cline or you don't want to deal with supplier conversations We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info on the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please follow / subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast! - Jonathan Leicht, DVM and Michael Bugg, DVM

**Disclaimer** The views and opinions expressed in this podcast do not constitute financial advice and are intended for educational and entertainment purposes only. What you do with your money is your responsibility and you agree any strategies undertaken are done so at your own risk. With all the drama, headlines, and uncertain going on in the economy right now, we called on previous guest of the show and Certified Financial Planner™, Certified Exit Planner, and Fee-Only advisor at Vincere Wealth Management, Isaiah Douglass to provide some much needed perspective with a state of the economic union address! After working at a large national firm for a number of years, Isaiah left and founded a solo financial planning firm in 2018, pursuing a planning approach that was dedicated to identifying ways to grow the net worth of veterinarians. In the summer of 2020, he merged with another financial advisor and became a partner in Vincere Wealth Management. Isaiah hosts the weekly Veterinarian Success Podcast which interviews and discusses topics related to the clinical, business, financial, and personal lives of veterinarians. He is deeply involved in speaking within veterinary medicine, having talks with students, on podcasts, in video interviews, and as a guest at the Veterinary Financial Summit conference. In this episode, we cover: What the heck is going on right now in the economy? Interest rates and inflation and how it's driving things Expectations around inflation and what it means for clinic owners, professionals, and your financial life How purchasing power gets eroded What's happened to bitcoin? Is it still worth considering? Where's it going? Staying resilient What not to do right now Final thoughts from Isaiah Thank you to Isaiah for coming back on the show! If you'd like to connect with Isaiah you can do so online at: isaiah@vincerewealth.com https://www.vincerewealth.com/ We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info on the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please follow / subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast! - Jonathan Leicht, DVM and Michael Bugg, DVM

Dr. Casey Gaunt grew up in Virginia and started working at a horse ranch when he was a teenager. This created an interest in animals in general, which made him want to go to vet school.  He went to Virginia Tech for a bachelor’s degree in Animal and Poultry science before getting into vet school in 2002 at Virginia Tech (Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine).   Casey then got an internship in Saskatoon at the WCVM, where he decided he wanted to specialize in Internal Medicine and met his now husband, Joe.  In 2010, Casey went into private practice in Florida for a year before coming back to the WCVM.  He supervised the ICU for two years before moving back into Internal Medicine until January of 2016.  At that time, he wanted to find something different in his career and decided to leave the WCVM.  Casey began doing locum work while figuring out what he wanted to do long term, and ended up really enjoying it - so much so that it has been his full-time gig ever since! If you're considering locum work this episode will be great for you as we cover: Casey's unique career journey from WCVM to becoming a full-time locum specialist Why pursue locum opportunities? Identifying work dissatisfaction and what you can do about it Making the decision to walk away from a job you don't like Crafting your schedule and "pulse work" The pros and cons of locum work and things you need to look out for Setting clear expectations with clinics you work at Casey's Impact Round! Thank you to Casey for joining us on the show! If you'd like to connect with Casey you can find him online in the following places: casey.gaunt@usask.ca FB: Casey Gaunt We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info on the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please follow / subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast! - Jonathan Leicht, DVM and Michael Bugg, DVM

Dr. Kate Baker returns to the show for a second episode! Her original appearance was Episode 058, where she told us that her and the family were packing up the RV and going across the United States for some epic road tripping, so we've brought her back to reconnect on life, career, business and her recent travels. Dr Baker grew up in Nashville, Tennessee and completed her DVM at the University of Tennessee in 2012. She then completed a rotating internship and Clinical Pathology residency and became board certified in 2016.  Dr. Baker currently works as a veterinary educator and diagnostic clinical pathologist. She is the founder of the highly active Facebook group Veterinary Cytology Coffeehouse, offers continuing education resources through her website, Veterinary Cytology Schoolhouse, and recently launched a personalized telecytology consultation service, Pocket Pathologist.  She lives on a small farm in Columbia, TN with her husband and two young children, where they have three dogs (two chihuahuas and a cavapoo), a mini-donkey, a pygmy goat, and 30 chickens. Topics covered in this week's show include: Travel tales from being on the road with family Having a healthy, heightened awareness of mortality How her and her husband structure work and life to facilitate travel opportunities The development of Pocket Pathologist Changing to digital in the pathology space Creating alternatives for cytology  How to create space for yourself, whether you love your job or you want to be an entrepreneur What's coming up next for plans with the RV! Thanks Kate for carving out some time to rejoin us on the show! If you'd like to connect with Kate you can find her via her website: www.veterinarycytologyschoolhouse.com We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info on the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please follow / subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast! - Jonathan Leicht, DVM and Michael Bugg, DVM

Dr. Leicht recently had a conversation with previous Veterinary Project Podcast guest Elaine Clemenson in which she made the comment "don't believe everything you see on Instagram!" The comment stuck with Jonathan throughout the week and became the impetus for this episode. The reality is, what we see on Instagram is in most cases surface-level material designed to catch attention. It's important for us to remind ourselves that this is often the case, and that behind the photos, the carefully curated text, and the gloss and glamor is so much more than meets the eye. To drive this point home, Dr. Leicht and Dr. Bugg discuss a number of topics including: Mike's recent 10k run race and behind the scenes of his post-race state of mind The Gap and The Gain Pass / Fail mentality in vet med Peak performance vs. optimal performance How two pieces of contradictory advice can both be true depending on the season of life you're in We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info on the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please follow / subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast! - Jonathan Leicht, DVM and Michael Bugg, DVM

Dr. Stephanie Van Deynze Snell co-hosts with Dr. Jonathan Leicht as we welcome back Becky Taylor of BS Communication Strategies to the show to discuss the whole wide world of opportunities for Techs in Veterinary medicine.  In her characteristically passionate style, Becky dives into the topic guided by our co-hosts covering all-things Technicians (RVT's) in 2022. Areas covered include: The huge opportunities in Vet Med for RVTs Mobilizing RVTs: what does this even mean? The gap for RVTs: working directly with clients People doing more of the work they want to = Greater retention! The legalities of RVTs running appointments depending on jurisdiction How can RVTS create connected dialogue with clinic owners What's causing turnover and retention challenges Suggested next steps we can take as a profession Becky's Impact Round - Version 2.0! Thank you to Becky for joining us on the show, and to Stephanie for stepping in to co-host! You can connect with Becky in the following places: https://www.bscommunication.ca/ IG: @2commnerds 2commnerds@gmail.com And to connect with Stephanie you can find her on social media: @dr.stephanie_vandeynze_snell We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info on the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please follow / subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast! - Jonathan Leicht, DVM and Michael Bugg, DVM

Unless you've been living under a rock lately, you've definitely noticed the cost of things going up! Everything from gas to groceries, from utilities to clothing, life costs a lot more today than it did even a short 6 months ago.  In veterinary medicine we are not unaffected. Clinic owners, suppliers, and retailers are all feeling the impacts of rising costs.  Combined with rising interest rates, staffing shortages, pressures on wages, and the overall ability for customers to pay for ever-increasing costs of services, we're operating in very unique times.  In this episode, Dr. Leicht shares some of his opinions and insights on how inflation is impacting clinic owners, customers, and everyone involved in the value chain, while also sharing some strategies on what we can do about it.  Topics discussed include: The definition of inflation How did we get here? How inflation impacts veterinary medicine The rising cost of goods and supplies  Tough decisions with patients in a rising cost environment Inventory management  How clinic owners / operators can manage the rising cost environment We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info on the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please follow / subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast! - Jonathan Leicht, DVM and Michael Bugg, DVM

As is the case in the veterinary world, a guest that we had lined up had to cancel last-minute...so like Jerry and George before them, Jonny and Mike lock in to a show about nothing! We've got some fun topics on the docket in this episode of randomness including: NHL hockey playoffs Vehicle purchases with no car inventory Mike's in the best shape of his life! Craft non-alcoholic beers Insights from the Podcast's analytics Dr. Bugg calling out Dr. Leicht! Studying the 1500s, Magellan's Strait, and fighting for spices James Nestor and the importance of breathing Hiring yard maintenance to spend more time with family We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info on the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please follow / subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast! - Jonathan Leicht, DVM and Michael Bugg, DVM

A graduate from the renowned Colorado State University Veterinary program, Dr. Kwane has been a California practicing vet for 22 years. He has worked in nearly every part of the profession - honing his clinical and business expertise. His journey started in ’97 as an associate and emergency clinician in San Diego. From there he climbed the ranks quickly, becoming the Chief Medical Officer of Vetco Hospitals, Inc. Later he would take the reins of a struggling municipal shelter as County Veterinarian and reverse one of the worst euthanasia rates in the country. Most recently, he completed a six year stint as the Chief Veterinary Officer of American Humane, and Director of their legacy program, No Animals Were Harmed®, protecting over 100,000 animals every year around the globe on film and TV sets. Today he serves as the Chief Medical Officer and head Veterinarian for Papaya Pet Care. He has been sought for his expertise by many media outlets and major companies – including Disney, United Airlines and Sea World – for guidance to improve their animal care standards. He is known for his outspoken, compassionate, charismatic and genuine nature. Today, his career has evolved into another new journey. His true calling…helping pets and people in need. Many years ago, during a five-year tenure as a Shelter Veterinarian in a struggling, depressed area of California, Dr. Kwane began to form a true appreciation for those that struggle to afford health care for their pets. One day, on a whim, he headed downtown with some medical supplies. He set up a table near a homeless food bank, and invited anyone with a pet to be examined and treated at no charge. It was the most memorable day of his career. Afterwards, he made more consistent efforts to find Homeless people, wherever they were, and give free medical aid to their pets. Now, years later, his journey is now being chronicled on a new television series, called “The Street Vet”. It follows him as he travels the streets of California helping pets, and people alike, while retrieving some of the most remarkable and inspiring stories of sacrifice and hope. In this wide-ranging conversation with Dr. Stewart, we cover: The origination of Project Street Vet Working with the homeless and their pets Being committed to care The bond between pet and homeless person How working with the homeless changed the trajectory of Kwane's career Happiness within homelessness Hollywood or homeless: pet lovers are the same Funding veterinary care on the streets The role of pet insurance Making contributions - how can you do it? Kwane's Impact Round! Want to support Project Street Vet? Find out more about the project and donations at: https://www.projectstreetvet.org/ Big thank you to Dr. Kwane Stewart for the amazing work he's doing in the community! To connect with Kwane you can find him in the following places: @drkwane @thestreetvet We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info on the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please follow / subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast! - Jonathan Leicht, DVM and Michael Bugg, DVM

While we may not want to admit it at all times, as a profession there are plenty of things we still don't talk about, including perceived and real discrimination in the workplace. To discuss this topic and how we can make things better as a profession, we're welcoming to the show Dr. Katarina Purich and Dr. Natasha Kutryk, two strong female voices speaking up for improvements in the profession. Dr. Katarina Purich is a 2014 WCVM grad who’s been in mixed animal practice in rural Alberta for 8 years. A lifelong animal lover, she’s passionate about learning all the weird and wonderful facts of veterinary medicine. She’s an avid volunteer with local spay and neuter initiatives and internationally with the Equitarian Initiative. Dr. Natasha Kutryk obtained her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine in 2014. Since graduating, she has worked in mixed or large animal practices in New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and Canada, with her current role being a Veterinarian Consultant with Feedlot Health Management Services. Topics covered in this strength-based vulnerability conversation include: Braving the negative impacts of speaking up on discrimination in veterinary medicine  Embracing new grads and women in veterinary medicine Client vs. Clinic - discrimination comes from both The power of strong female mentors for young women veterinarians Mentorship: means something different to everyone Checking in on each other's mental health Steps we can take to create a better future Katrina and Natasha's Impact Round! A  big thank you to Dr. Natasha and Dr. Katarina for opening up to this vulnerable conversation. To connect with Katrina and Natasha you can do so in the following places: Dr. Katrina Purich: Kbp415@gmail.com @littlestvetshop Dr. Natasha Kutryk: @natoosh.vet We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info on the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please follow / subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast! - Jonathan Leicht, DVM and Michael Bugg, DVM

So You Want to Own A Clinic, hey? That's amazing! We've got the perfect episode for you... Dr. Jonathan Leicht has spent over 10 years in major clinic operations roles with VCA and Mosaic Veterinary Partners, and has in the past couple years taken the jump into clinic ownership himself with Bridgeland Vet Clinic. In this short, powerful episode, Dr. Leicht shares 5 lessons from his experience in clinic ownership, including: Lesson 1: The Grind is Real Lesson 2: "Oh shit!" Moments from Areas You Didn't Expect Lesson 3: Finding Areas You Surprisingly Love Lesson 4: How Far Forward You Need to Plan Lesson 5: You Live and Die by Your Team Find out more about Bridgeland Vet: https://bridgelandvet.com/ @bridgelandvet We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info on the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please follow / subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast! - Jonathan Leicht, DVM and Michael Bugg, DVM

Friend and frequent guest of the show Dr. Tannetje Crocker makes her debut as co-host in this week's edition of the show, which features our incredible guest, Founder and CEO of MentorVet Dr. Addie Reinhard! Dr. Addie Reinhard is the Founder and CEO of MentorVet, an evidence-based mentorship and professional development program for recent veterinary graduates. She is a veterinary wellbeing researcher, and her research focuses on developing and evaluating innovative interventions to support mental health and wellbeing within the veterinary profession.  Dr. Reinhard is on the research team for the third phase of the Merck Animal Health Veterinary Wellbeing Study, a study discussed in detail throughout this episode.  In 2021, Addie completed a master’s degree in Community and Leadership Development and a Graduate Certificate in College Teaching and Learning from the University of Kentucky. She also holds a certificate in Veterinary Human Support from the University of Tennessee, and is a certified QPR instructor. Topics covered in this conversation include: Where we're at and where we're going as a profession Mental health of veterinary professionals The surprising impacts of COVID-19 on the profession Breaking down the Merck Animal Health Veterinary Wellbeing Study What is burnout? Taking responsibility for your career satisfaction, mental health and wellbeing How can employers improve mental health and wellbeing? 4 things that predicted good mental health and wellbeing for vets (from the Merck Animal Health Veterinary Wellbeing Study) Setting a positive example for early-career veterinarians The toxicity of gossiping and client-bashing - even worse than you think! Everybody can do one thing... Dr. Reinhard's Impact Round! Check out the full Merck Animal Health Veterinary Wellbeing Study here: https://www.merck-animal-health-usa.com/about-us/veterinary-wellbeing-study Thank you to Dr. Addie Reinhard for joining us on the show! If you'd like to connect with Addie you can do so in the following places: info@mentorvet.net IG, LinkedIn: @mentorvet  Facebook: @mentorvet1 We're online! Check out our website at theveterinaryproject.com for more info on the show, our hosts, and all things Veterinary Project. If you liked the show and want to stay in the know, please follow / subscribe to the podcast on the listening platform of your choosing. Want to join our community of like-minded Veterinary Professionals? Send an email to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com and we'll get you connected to our private Veterinary Project Facebook group. Any questions, comments, feedback, or requests for guests can also be sent to theveterinaryprojectpodcast@gmail.com. Thank you for listening and we look forward to seeing you next Wednesday for another episode of The Veterinary Project Podcast! - Jonathan Leicht, DVM and Michael Bugg, DVM