Business of Practice Podcast

Helping Clients Afford Care with Kate Hayes

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Kate Hayes, Vice President of Equine Expansion at CareCredit, discussed strategies to help clients afford care during challenging economic times.

According to the recent Equine Lifetime of Care Study, 85% of horse owners experience financial stress, especially when faced with unexpected veterinary bills. Hayes said practices that provide clear estimates and payment options to help clients manage the cost of care will help meet horse owners’ needs while reinforcing value and trust.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 136:

Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Kate Hayes, Vice President of Equine Expansion at CareCredit
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

What Current Economic Indicators Mean for Veterinarians with Katelyn McCullock | Ep. 135

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Katelyn McCullock, Chief Economist and Director of AVMA’s Economic Division, discussed current economic indicators and what they mean for veterinarians. She talked about trends in consumer spending, credit card delinquencies, mortgage rates, and artificial intelligence. She also discussed the top three things veterinarians need to pay attention to in this economic client.

McCullock hosts a quarterly Economic Update to help veterinarians understand the economy. You can access it on the AVMA Axon educational site at https://axon.avma.org/.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 135:

Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Katelyn McCullock, Chief Economist and Director of AVMA’s Economic Division
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Responding to Horse Trailer Accidents with Dr. Rebecca (Gimenez) Husted | Ep. 134

Tue, 03 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Rebecca (Gimenez) Husted, PhD, discussed what veterinarians can expect when responding to a horse trailer accident. She described common situations and injuries, safe approach methods, necessary equipment, and more.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 134:

Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Dr. Rebecca (Gimenez) Husted, PhD
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Rural Veterinary Practice Grants with Drs. Hailey Mueller and Katelyn Jaqueway | Ep. 133

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Hailey Mueller, DVM, and Katelyn Jaqueway, DVM, joined us to discuss their experiences with the USDA Rural Veterinary Services Grant Program.

The purpose of the Veterinary Services Grant Program (VSGP) is to relieve veterinarian shortage situations and support veterinary services. Rural Practice Enhancement (RPE) grants are for establishing or expanding veterinary practices by equipping veterinary offices, sharing overhead costs, and/or establishing mobile veterinary facilities. The Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program (VMLRP) for 2026 offers up to $120,000 in student loan repayment with a tax offset for veterinarians who commit to three years of service in designated food animal or public health shortage areas, to bolster food security and animal health infrastructure.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 133:

Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guests: Dr. Hailey Mueller, DVM, and Dr. Katelyn Jaqueway, DVM
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Results from Early-Career Practitioner Survey with Dr. Zach Loppnow | Ep. 132

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Zach Loppnow, DVM, shared the results from a recent survey of early-career equine veterinarians conducted by the AAEP Early Career Committee in June 2025. Respondents were AAEP members who graduated from 2015-2024. Loppnow discussed some common pain points the survey revealed and other relevant insights.

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Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Zach Loppnow, DVM
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Catching Up With 2026 AAEP President Dr. Sarah Reuss | Ep. 131

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, 2026 AAEP President Sarah Reuss, VMD, DACVIM, joined us to discuss her goals for her term and what she believes are the biggest challenges facing the profession.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 131:

Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: AAEP President Dr. Sarah Reuss
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

2025 AAEP Convention Highlights | Ep. 130

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Amy Grice discusses some highlights from the 2025 American Association of Equine Practitioners Convention in Denver, Colorado. As always, the meeting had many interesting presentations, from the opening session to the Business News Hour to important panel discussions.

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Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Retiring from Equine Practice with Drs. Ann Dwyer and Brad Dygert | Ep. 129

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Ann Dwyer, DVM, and Brad Dygert, DVM, joined us to discuss their lives after retirement from equine practice. After long and successful careers in veterinary medicine, they have both explored new passions in retirement. Dr. Dwyer has continued writing and speaking, educating doctors both regionally and nationally. She also does clinical research at UC Davis. Dr. Dygert is passionate about learning and keeps up to date with veterinary journals and continuing education meetings. He also takes classes in new areas at his local university.

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Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guests: Ann Dwyer, DVM, and Brad Dygert, DVM
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Utilizing Licensed Veterinary Technicians with Dr. Hailey Mueller | Ep. 128

Tue, 09 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, practice owner Hailey Mueller, DVM, talked about her experiences utilizing licensed technicians to their fullest potential. She recommended increasing trust, providing supportive training, and empowering staff to grow.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 128:

Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Hailey Mueller, DVM
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Updates from AAEP President Dr. Tracy Turner | Ep. 127

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, 2025 American Association of Equine Practitioners president Tracy Turner, DVM, DACVS, DACVSMR, joined us to discuss what the organization has been working on this year and how his priorities have shaped the progress.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 127:

Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guests: Tracy Turner, DVM, DACVS, DACVSMR
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Maternity Leave Policies with Drs. Laura Javsicas and Anna Hood | Ep. 126

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Laura Javsicas, VMD, DACVIM, and Anna Hood, DVM, CVMMP, joined us to discuss maternity leave policies in equine practice. Both guests are practice owners who have taken maternity leave and managed employees who have taken maternity leave. They shared their thoughts about the importance of paid leave, offering flexibility for associates after giving birth, and optimizing communication with clients and the practice team.

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Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guests: Laura Javsicas, VMD, DACVIM, and Anna Hood, DVM, CVMMP
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Creating a Brand Identity with Dr. Rachel Liepman | Ep. 125

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Rachel Liepman, DVM, MS, DACVIM (LAIM), talked about her experience creating a brand identity for her practice, EquIMed Equine Veterinary Services, in Carefree, Arizona. She described the process of creating a logo and tagline, shared how having a strong brand identity allowed her to attract the right clients to her practice, and explained how she navigated starting a solo practice after many years as an associate.

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Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Rachel Liepman, DVM, MS, DACIM (LAIM)
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Alternative Track Residencies with Drs. Kim Allshouse and Kyle Clark | Ep. 124

Tue, 14 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Drs. Kim Allshouse, DVM, and Kyle Clark, VMD, joined us to discuss alternative track residencies. Both guests gained experience in general practice before deciding to specialize. After being out of academia for years, they each decided to pursue an alternative track residency while continuing to practice.

In the episode, both veterinarians describe their biggest challenges with pursuing a residency while working full-time, as well as their favorite things about the experience.

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Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guests: Drs. Kim Allshouse, DVM, and Kyle Clark, VMD
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Avoiding Veterinary Medical Record Errors with Dr. Jeff Blea | Ep. 123

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Jeff Blea, DVM, joined us to discuss the dangers of medical records that don’t measure up to state regulations. He emphasized the need for complete, factual, accurate, and contemporaneous medical records, as well as the importance of being familiar with your state’s Veterinary Practice Act. He also said that technology, technicians, and templates can increase efficiency when creating medical records.

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Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Dr. Jeff Blea, DVM
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Role of the USEF Team Veterinarian with Dr. Fred Nostrant | Ep. 122

Tue, 16 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Fred Nostrant, DVM, shared his experience serving as a United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) Team Veterinarian. In this role, Nostrant has had the opportunity to travel around the world and care for top sport horses. He talked about his typical competition routine, travel arrangements for horses and humans, challenges he has encountered on the job, and his favorite memories.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 122:

Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Dr. Fred Nostrant, DVM
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Navigating Educational Loan Policy Changes with Dr. Martha Mallicote | Ep. 121

Tue, 02 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Martha Mallicote discusses educational loan planning in light of recent changes to federal loan policies.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 121:

Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Dr. Martha Mallicote
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Overcoming People-Pleasing Tendencies with Dr. Jesse Tyma | Ep. 120

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Jesse Tyma, DVM, DACVS, shared her perspectives on people-pleasing as an equine veterinarian. She explained that people-pleasing is often rooted in fear and is a learned behavior. She offered suggestions for overcoming your people-pleasing tendencies and reflected on how she manages conflicts and difficult conversations as a people-pleaser.

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Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Jesse Tyma, DVM, DACVS
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Emergence of Mid-Level Practitioners with Dr. Jim Zeliff | Ep. 119

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Jim Zeliff, DVM, MBA, joined us to discuss the emergence of mid-level veterinary practitioners. In November 2024, Colorado voters passed Proposition 129, creating a “veterinary professional associate” position. After two years of training and certification, these associates would be able to practice veterinary medicine under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian.

The AVMA, AAEP, and many other veterinary associations are strongly opposed to this mid-level role. In the episode, Dr. Zeliff encouraged veterinarians to become involved in their state VMA to increase advocacy for equine and other sectors of veterinary medicine. In closing, he said increased utilization of licensed veterinary technicians is an important part of keeping VPAs out of equine veterinary medicine.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 119:

Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Dr. Jim Zeliff, DVM, MBA
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Educational Loan Repayment Changes with Dr. Tony Bartels | Ep. 118

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Tony Bartels, DVM, MBA, a VIN Foundation board member and student debt expert, joined us to discuss the rapidly changing landscape of educational loan repayment. Bartels explained how the recent passage of the Big Beautiful Bill will cause the biggest change in educational loans seen in our lifetime, impacting borrowers currently in repayment and new borrowers, including those entering veterinary school in 2025 and 2026.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 118:

Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Tony Bartels, DVM, MBA, a VIN Foundation board member and student debt expert
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Raising a Family as an Equine Vet with Drs. Ruthie Lindberg and Justin Jornigan | Ep. 117

Tue, 08 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we talked with Ruthie Lindberg, VMD, and Justin Jornigan, DVM, about their experiences raising young families as equine practitioners and practice owners.

Both doctors have two young children and busy, growing practices. With help from their spouses, they have found ways to prioritize their families despite their busy careers.

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Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Drs. Ruthie Lindberg, VMD, and Justin Jornigan
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Haul-in Emergency Services with Dr. Ginger Reagan | Ep. 116

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Ginger Reagan, DVM, talked about her experience shifting to haul-in emergency services.

Reagan began encouraging her clients to haul into her clinic when her practice’s high emergency load was leading to burnout. This change increased efficiency and improved patient care.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 116:

Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Ginger Reagan, DVM
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Associate Compensation with Dr. Travis Boston | Ep. 115

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Travis Boston, DVM, shares his thoughts on compensation for associate equine veterinarians. He describes the important developments and new ideas in compensation, highlighting the jump in new graduate salaries in the equine sector. He also emphasizes the importance of considering the total compensation package when fielding offers.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 115:

Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Travis Boston, DVM
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Preventing Barn Fires with Dr. Rebecca Gimenez Husted | Ep. 114

Tue, 27 May 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Rebecca Gimenez Husted, PhD, joined us to discuss how equine veterinarians can help their clients prevent barn fires by assessing their stables for vulnerabilities. She shared the top causes of barn fires and emphasized the importance of partnering with local fire departments.

Dr. Husted is a decorated combat veteran and retired U.S. Army Signal Officer. She provides training in Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue (TLAERTM ) techniques across the U.S. and internationally. She has published numerous critiques, techniques, and journal articles on large animal disaster and emergency rescue, horse barn fires, and heavy rescue of large animals.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 114:

Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Dr. Rebecca Gimenez Husted
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

The Power of Positive Perfectionism in Equine Practice with Dr. Jesse Tyma | Ep. 113

Tue, 13 May 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Jesse Tyma, DVM, DACVS, joined us to discuss her perspectives on perfectionism in equine practice.

Tyma wrote a paper on this topic that she presented at the 2024 AAEP Convention, which explored the importance of recognizing both the positive and negative aspects of perfectionism. To highlight the power of positive perfectionism, she explained the difference between good (adaptive) and bad (maladaptive) perfectionism.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 113:

Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Jesse Tyma, DACVS
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Vested Purchase Practice Startup Model With Ciera Guardia | Ep. 112

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Ciera Guardia, DVM, joined us to talk about her experience starting an equine practice with the help of a mentor. She also discussed her paper on the "Stay Factor" presented at the 2024 AAEP Convention, which explores the importance of knowing your unique needs and having a vision for your career to stay in equine practice.

With a clear goal of becoming a sports medicine practitioner, Guardia partnered with a mentor who provided financial support and business experience to start her own practice. She explained the basics of the vested purchase model and directed interested listeners to additional resources.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 112:

Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Ciera Guardia, DVM
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Starting a Cash-Based Practice with Dr. Caitlin Dobecka | Ep. 111

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Caitlin Dobecka, DVM, joined us to discuss how she started her veterinary practice without using credit. She also discussed her paper “The Stay Factor: Unveiling the Paths to Success in Equine Practice,” presented at the 2024 AAEP Convention, in which she explores the importance of thinking outside the box and considering individual needs and circumstances.

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Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Dr. Caitlin Dobecka, DVM
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Navigating the Legal Aspects of Telemedicine with Dr. Charlotte Lacroix | Ep. 110

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we talked with Charlotte Lacroix, DVM, JD, about the quickly changing landscape of telemedicine and its future in veterinary medicine. She discussed the important understanding of laws surrounding VCPRs and how they differ between states. She also discussed the helpful resources compiled by the Veterinary Virtual Care Association, including the interactive map that outlines each state’s current regulations on veterinary telemedicine.

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Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Dr. Charlotte Lacroix, DVM, JD
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Handling Client Complaints with Dr. Charlotte Lacroix | Ep. 109

Tue, 18 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Charlotte Lacroix, DVM, JD, gave advice on how to respond to client complaints in order to prevent board complaints or legal action. She emphasized the importance of carrying license defense insurance and having an attorney assist you in responding to complaints.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 109:

Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Dr. Charlotte Lacroix, DVM, JD
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Hiring an Associate with Dr. Kelly Zeytoonian | Ep. 108

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Kelly Zeytoonian, DVM, MBA, discusses the benefits and challenges of hiring an associate as a solo practitioner. She talks about the financial cost, workload requirements, hiring strategies, and more.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 108

Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Kelly Zeytoonian, DVM, MBA
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Emergency-Only Practice Model with Dr. Katie Larson | Ep. 107

Tue, 18 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Katie Larson, DVM, talked about her experiences opening an emergency-only practice. She discussed the practicalities of operating such a practice, including financial considerations, relationship-building with other veterinarians, and the importance of gaining experience before starting an independent practice.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 107

Hosts: Dr. Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Katie Larson, DVM of Saltwater Equine Emergency Services
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

2024 AVMA AAEP Report on the Economic State of the Equine Veterinary Profession | Ep. 106

Tue, 04 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, host Dr. Amy Grice shared insights from the 2024 AVMA AAEP Report on the Economic State of the Equine Veterinary Profession. The report was informed by three surveys conducted by the AVMA and the AAEP, including the Graduating Senior Survey, the Annual Census of Veterinarians, and the Equine Efficiency Survey.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 105

Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Catching Up With 2025 AAEP President Dr. Tracy Turner | Ep. 105

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, 2025 AAEP President Tracy Turner, DVM, MS, DACVS, DACVSMR, talked about what he hopes to achieve during his term and what he sees as the biggest challenges for the equine veterinary industry in the next decade.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 105

Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: 2025 AAEP President Tracy Turner, DVM, MS, DACVS, DACVSMR
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

New AAEP Bylaws with Dr. Katie Garrett | Ep. 104

Tue, 07 Jan 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, AAEP Past President Katie Garrett, DVM, DACVS, discussed the proposed upcoming changes to the AAEP Bylaws. She explained the upcoming vote on 18 amendments, the officer selection process, and the role of the nominating committee.

You can access the AAEP Webinar on proposed bylaw amendments here: https://aaep.org/event/webinar-q-a-about-proposed-aaep-bylaws-amendments/

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 104

Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Dr. Katie Garrett
Link: AAEP Webinar on Proposed Bylaw Amendments
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Competency-Based Education for Vet Students with Dr. Emma Read | Ep. 103

Tue, 24 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Emma Read, DVM, MVSc, DACVS, 2022 AAEP President and Associate Dean for Professional Programs at the Ohio State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, discussed competency-based education for veterinary students and the feedback methods that accompany it.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 102

Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Emma Read, DVM, MVSc, DACVS, 2022 AAEP President and Associate Dean for Professional Programs at the Ohio State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Preventing Fraud, Theft, and Embezzlement with Tera Eddleman, CVA | Ep. 102

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Tera Eddleman, an accounting consultant and valuation analyst at Summit Veterinary Advisors, joined us to talk about embezzlement, fraud, and theft in equine veterinary practices. She discussed fraud tactics, mitigation strategies, and what to do if you suspect fraud in your practice.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 102

Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Tera Eddleman, CVA
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Internal Controls for Fraud Protection with Dr. Marsha Heinke | Ep. 101

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Marsha Heinke, DVM, EA, CPA, CVPM, joins us to talk about how equine practices can safeguard their hard-earned money with internal controls.

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Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Dr. Marsha Heinke
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Balancing Parenthood and Practice with Dr. Ashley Allemand | Ep. 100

Tue, 12 Nov 2024 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Ashley Allemand, DVM, talked about her experience of becoming a mother to spontaneous quadruplets as a solo practice owner and offered tips for veterinarians trying to balance parenthood with practice.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 100

Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Ashley Allemand, DVM
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Personal and Practice Budgets with Dr. Martha Mallicote | Ep. 99

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Martha Mallicote, DVM, MBA, DACVIM, explains how equine practitioners can create budgets for their personal expenses and their practices.

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Guest: Dr. Martha Mallicote
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Retirement Plans for Small Practices with Morgan Webb | Ep. 98

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Morgan Webb, CFP, CFS, EA, joins us to discuss retirement plan options for small equine practices. She explains various plans, including SEP, SIMPLE IRA, 401K, and ROTH, and talks about how your practice’s retirement plan offerings can evolve as you grow.

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Guest: Morgan Webb, CFP, CFS, EA
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Updates From AAEP President Dr. Katie Garrett | Ep. 97

Tue, 01 Oct 2024 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Katie Garrett, DVM, DACVS (LA), current AAEP President, joined us to talk about what the organization has been working on this year. She discussed updates to governance, the Biometric Sensor program, the Commission on Equine Veterinary Sustainability, and many of the smaller efforts the AAEP has been working on.

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Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Katie Garrett, DVM, DACVS (LA), AAEP President
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Update on Xylazine Regulations with Dr. Jim Zeliff | Ep. 96

Tue, 17 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Jim Zeliff, DVM, MBA, AAEP representative to the AVMA Legislative Advisory Council, provided an update on xylazine regulations and explained what veterinarians should expect when it becomes a scheduled drug in the near future.

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Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guests: Jim Zeliff, DVM, MBA, AAEP representative to the AVMA Legislative Advisory Council
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Veterinary Inventory Control with Dr. Miranda Gosselin | Ep. 95

Tue, 03 Sep 2024 17:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Miranda Gosselin, DVM, of Millbrook Equine, offers tips and strategies for managing veterinary inventory from a financial perspective.

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Guests: Miranda Gosselin, DVM, of Millbrook Equine
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

AI Scribe Systems for Veterinary Records with Dr. Stacey Cordivano | Ep. 94

Tue, 20 Aug 2024 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Stacey Cordivano, DVM, talks about her experience with using an AI scribe system to create veterinary records. She discusses the system’s efficiencies and potential pitfalls.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 94

Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guests: Stacey Cordivano, DVM
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Building Confidence in Entry-Level Veterinarians with Dr. Jesse Tyma | Ep. 93

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Jesse Tyma, DVM, Dipl. ACVS, talks about building confidence in entry-level veterinarians and offers recommendations for veterinarians in mentorship positions. She discusses the seven elements crucial to good mentoring, talks about communicating effectively with interns and new graduates, and describes ways to help new veterinarians build skills.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 93

Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guests: Jesse Tyma, DVM, Dipl. ACVS
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Building Healthy Internship Programs with Drs. Jackie Christakos and Rachel Liepman | Ep. 92

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Jackie Christakos, DVM, and Rachel Liepman, DVM, MS, DACVIM (LAIM), joined us to discuss building healthy internship programs in equine practice. They described the most important elements of a top internship program, discussed feedback and entrustment scales, and shared their thoughts on the most effective ways to help interns build confidence.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 92

Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guests: Jackie Christakos, DVM & Rachel Liepman, DVM, MS, DACVIM (LAIM)
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Getting an MBA with Drs. Kelly Zeytoonian and Martha Mallicote | Ep. 91

Tue, 09 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Kelly Zeytoonian, DVM, MBA, CERP, and Martha Mallicote, DVM, MBA, Dipl. ACVIM, joined us to discuss their experiences with getting their MBA degrees. They described how their experiences in equine practice influenced them to pursue this additional education, discussed the programs they chose, talked about surprises they encountered, and discussed the benefits getting an MBA has had on their practices.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 91

Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guests: Kelly Zeytoonian, DVM, MBA, CERP, and Martha Mallicote, DVM, MBA, Dipl. ACVIM
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Telemedicine Triage with Dr. Shadi Ireifej | Ep. 90

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we spoke with Shadi Ireifej, DVM, DACVS, owner, founder, and chief medical officer of VetTriage, a company that provides telehealth triage services to pet owners all over the world. Ireifej explained how emergency triage can help equine practitioners lower the stress associated with after-hours duty.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 90

Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Shadi Ireifej, DVM, DACVS, Owner, Founder, and Chief Medical Officer of VetTriage
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Emotional Blackmail with Dr. Jen Brandt | Ep. 89

Tue, 11 Jun 2024 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we talked to Jen Brandt, PhD, AVMA Director of Member Wellbeing and Inclusion Initiatives, about emotional blackmail in equine veterinary practice. She defined and gave examples of emotional blackmail, provided possible explanations for why it occurs, and offered recommendations for responding to it.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 89

Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Jen Brandt, PhD, AVMA Director of Member Wellbeing and Inclusion Initiatives
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Conquering Burnout with Drs. Alexis Baney and Chrissie Schneider | Ep. 88

Tue, 28 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Alexis Baney, DVM, and Chrissie Schneider, DVM, MS, Dipl. ABVP, cVMA, joined us to discuss their experiences with burnout in clinical equine practice. They talked about the signs of burnout and the changes they made in their careers to overcome it.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 88

Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Alexis Baney, DVM, and Chrissie Schneider, DVM, MS, Dipl. ABVP, CVMA
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Starting Your Own Practice with Drs. Alexis Theiss and Matt Davis | Ep. 87

Tue, 14 May 2024 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we talked with Drs. Alexis Theiss and Matt Davis, who recently opened their own ambulatory veterinary practices. They discussed how they financed their new practices, how they selected practice software, how they built their client lists, and more.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 87

Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Drs. Alexis Theiss and Matt Davis
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Creating a Family-Friendly Practice Culture with Drs. Laura Javsicas and Tegan Easton | Ep. 86

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we talked to Drs. Laura Javsicas and Tegan Easton, two practice owners who have successfully created family-friendly cultures. They discussed barriers to creating a family-friendly culture, the importance of boundaries, and their thoughts on parental leave.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 86

Hosts: Kimberly S. Brown
Guest: Drs. Laura Javsicas and Tegan Easton
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Relief Veterinarians with Drs. Cara Wright and Tom Pryor | Ep. 85

Tue, 16 Apr 2024 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we talked with Cara Wright, DVM, MS, IVCA, and Tom Pryor, DVM, about their experiences working as relief veterinarians. In the episode, they each spoke about their decision to pursue relief work as a career and offered advice for veterinarians considering this career option.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 85

Hosts: Kimberly S. Brown
Guest: Cara Wright, DVM, MS, IVCA, and Tom Pryor, DVM
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Rehabilitation Practices with Dr. Marianne Marshall-Gibson | Ep. 84

Tue, 02 Apr 2024 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we talked to Marianne Marshall-Gibson, DVM, MS, cVMA, CAC, CERPM, who owns a practice focused on integrative modalities and rehab services. She discussed experiencing burnout during her early years as an associate in clinical practice and her decision to start her own practice and complete a residency in sports medicine and rehabilitation.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 84

Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Marianne Marshall-Gibson, DVM, MS, cVMA, CAC, CERPM
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Dentistry-Only Practices with Drs. Leah Limone and Amelie McAndrews | Ep. 83

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we talked to two veterinarians who own dentistry-only practices, board-certified dental specialists Leah Limone, DVM, DAVDC-Eq, and Amelie McAndrews, DVM, DAVDC-Eq, to learn about their practices and their recommendations for equine veterinarians considering this option for their careers.

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Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Leah Limone, DVM, DAVDC-Eq
Guest: Amelie McAndrews, DVM, DAVDC-Eq
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Sports Medicine Practices With Drs. Ciera Guardia and Andrea Sotela | Ep. 82

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode of The Business of Practice podcast, we talked to Ciera Guardia, DVM, and Andrea Sotela, DVM, about sports medicine practices and their recommendations for those in the equine industry considering this option for their careers.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 82:

Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Ciera Guardia, DVM
Guest: Andrea Sotela, DVM
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Emergency-Only Practices with Dr. Meggan Graves | Ep. 81

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 13:30:00 -0400

In this episode, Meggan Graves, DVM, joins us to discuss emergency-only practices and her recommendations for veterinarians considering this career option. Graves was an early innovator in emergency-only practice. She talks about how she established her business model and offers advice on topics including scheduling, collecting payment, and more.

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Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guests: Meggan Graves, DVM
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Building an Equine Veterinary Clinic Facility with Drs. Travis Boston, Lisa Kivett, and Anna Hood| Ep. 80

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Drs. Travis Boston, Lisa Kivett, and Anna Hood talk about the trials and tribulations of building a haul-in or hospital facility, what they found to be the biggest challenges, and how they each found time to practice during the build.

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Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guests: Drs. Travis Boston, Lisa Kivett, and Anna Hood
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

2024 AAEP President Dr. Katie Garrett | Ep. 79

Tue, 23 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, 2024 AAEP President Dr. Katie Garrett talks about what she hopes to achieve during her term and what she sees as the biggest challenges for the industry. She discusses the AAEP Commission for Equine Veterinary Sustainability, the difficulty in attracting and retaining veterinarians and staff members, the social license to operate, and AAEP governance.

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 79

Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Dr. Katie Garrett, 2024 AAEP President
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Changing the Equine Practice Business Model with Dr. Andy Clark | Ep. 78

Tue, 09 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Andy Clark, a former equine practitioner and current advisor to equine veterinary businesses, talks about his recent opinion piece published online in EquiManagement, in which he wrote about the inflection point that he believes equine veterinary medicine is currently facing.

You can read that op-ed piece here: https://equimanagement.com/business-development/financial/op-ed-equine-practice-might-be-financially-sustainable-but-not-the-way-we-manage-now/

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Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 78

Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (csisson@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Dr. Andy Clark
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

2023 in Review with 2024 Podcast Host Dr. Amy Grice | Ep. 77

Tue, 26 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode of The Business of Practice, we introduce the 2024 podcast host Dr. Amy Grice and review some of the podcast topics for 2023.

Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 77

Hosts: Kimberly S. Brown (Editor) and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (kbrown@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Dr. Amy Grice
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Preparing for Retirement with Dr. Ann Dwyer | Ep. 76

Tue, 12 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode of The Business of Practice podcast, Dr. Ann Dwyer helps equine veterinarians understand how to prepare to retire...something that should be thought about no matter where you are in your career.

Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 76

Hosts: Kimberly S. Brown (Editor) and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (kbrown@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Dr. Ann Dwyer
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Veterinary License Defense | Ep. 75

Tue, 28 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0400

In this podcast, Dr. Cynthia MacKenzie of the AVMA PLIT Trust helps veterinarians understand veterinary license defense coverage.

Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 75

Hosts: Kimberly S. Brown (Editor) and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (kbrown@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Dr. Cynthia MacKenzie, AVMA PLIT Trust
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Personalities in the Workplace with Dr. Colleen Best | Ep. 74

Tue, 14 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode of The Business of Practice, Dr. Colleen Best helps us better understand "Personalities in the Workplace."

Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 74

Hosts: Kimberly S. Brown (Editor) and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (kbrown@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Dr. Colleen Best
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Practice Culture with Dr. Mike Pownall | Ep. 73

Tue, 31 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode of The Business of Practice, Dr. Mike Pownall talks about "What Is Practice Culture?"

Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 73:

Hosts:Kimberly S. Brown (Editor) and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (kbrown@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Dr. Mike Pownall
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Maternity and Family Policies with Dr. Kelly Zeytoonian | Ep. 72

Tue, 17 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode of The Business of Practice podcast, we talk to new mother and practice owner Dr. Kelly Zeytoonian about Maternity and Family Policies in equine practice.

Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 72

Hosts: Kimberly S. Brown (Editor) and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (kbrown@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Dr. Kelly Zeytoonian | LinkedIn
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Social License and Veterinary Sustainability with Dr. Tracy Turner | Ep. 71

Tue, 03 Oct 2023 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode of The Business of Practice podcast, we speak with incoming AAEP President Elect Dr. Tracy Turner about Social License and Veterinary Sustainability.

Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 71:

Hosts: Kimberly S. Brown (Editor) and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (kbrown@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Guest: Dr. Tracy Turner
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Psychological Safety | Ep. 70

Tue, 19 Sep 2023 11:00:00 -0400

In this episode of The Business of Practice podcast, we talk to Dr. Stacey Cordivano about Psychological Safety and what that means in the equine veterinary workplace.

Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 70:

Hosts: Kimberly S. Brown (Editor) and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (kbrown@equinenetwork.com) | Connect with Carly on LinkedIn
Podcast Website: The Business of Practice

Processes and Policies | Ep. 69

Tue, 05 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Processes and policies in an equine veterinary practice are important for many reasons, said Amy Grice, VMD, MBA. "Processes and policies uphold trust in your organization," noted Grice.

In this episode, we discuss multiple scenarios where having processes and policies can help your equine veterinary business.

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Handling Dissatisfied Clients and Setting Boundaries | Ep. 68

Thu, 24 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Clients can make or break an equine veterinarian's practice or spirit. In this episode, we talked with Lisa Kivett, DVM, MS, DACVIM, owner of Foundation Equine, about dealing with dissatisfied clients. We also talked about boundaries and how they fit into this issue.

Topics covered include types of client dissatisfaction, addressing client issues, setting boundaries with clients, and the "Universal Upset Patient Protocol."

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Finding and Firing Clients | Ep. 67

Tue, 08 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Business is a balancing act of finding and firing clients. Veterinary practice is no different. Equine practitioners should be willing to "fire" clients who cause them stress. Practitioners should look for clients who fit their practice.

In this episode, Kelly Zeytoonian, DVM, MBA, CERP, talks about dealing with problem clients and learning to pick and choose new clients.

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Finding Time to Learn | Ep. 66

Tue, 25 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In today's busy equine practice, finding time to learn can be very difficult. In this episode of The Business of Practice podcast, we talk to AAEP Director of Education Karen Pautz, MS, about continuing education opportunities for equine veterinarians.

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Equine Veterinary Sustainability | Ep. 65

Tue, 11 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In this episode, AAEP President Rob Franklin, DVM, DACVIM, joins us to talk about equine veterinary sustainability. The AAEP has been leading the charge in working toward solutions in the equine veterinary industry through its Commission for Veterinary Sustainability.

We began our podcast with the question: What do you think the turning point was for the AAEP to make veterinary sustainability its number one area of focus?

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Recession-Proof Your Practice | Ep. 64

Tue, 27 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we talk with Jen Braid, CPA, EA, about recession-proofing your veterinary practice. Her first words of wisdom on this podcast were that "recession-proofing" your equine veterinary business is not possible. "What you can do is soften the impact of a recession," she stated.

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Plugging Veterinary Insurance Gaps | Ep. 63

Tue, 13 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we talk with Nina Mouledous, DVM, a Trust Veterinarian for the AVMA Professional Liability Insurance Trust (PLIT), about insurance coverage for equine veterinarians. Mouledous discusses the "four buckets" of insurance: personal, professional, business and employee-related.

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Mentoring New Vets | Ep. 62

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we talk to Cara Wright, DVM, MS, about mentoring new vets. Wright was a founding member of the Sustainability in Equine Practice seminars. She is also a facilitator in the Decade One and Starting Gate programs for equine veterinarians and vet students.

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Customer Experience and Accountability | Ep. 61

Tue, 16 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we talk with Amanda Donnelly, DVM, MBA, about how accountability affects the customer experience in veterinary medicine. Donnelly is a second-generation veterinarian with more than 30 years in the profession, as well as the author of the book “Leading and Managing Veterinary Teams: The Definitive Guide to Veterinary Practice Management."

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Real-Life Resilience | Ep. 60

Tue, 02 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400

Equine veterinarians have always needed to have resilience. In this episode, we talk to Caroline Todd, BVMS, MRCVS. She is co-owner with her husband, Edgardo Fullana, DVM, of Harbour Ridge Equine near Palm City, Florida. They faced the crisis of losing half of their four-vet practice in a short period of time. However, Todd said "our practice came out the other side better than we went in. It was the rebirth of the practice."

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Equine Vet Facilities for 2023 | Ep. 59

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400

What equine vet facilities are being built in 2023? In this episode of The Business of Practice podcast, we talk about this with Heather Lewis, AIA, NCARB, of Animal Arts architecture firm.

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Non-Compete Clauses | Ep. 58

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is proposing to make non-compete clauses illegal in employment contracts. This could mean big changes in the equine veterinary industry. Listen to Milton C. Toby, JD (retired) discuss this movement in this episode of The Business of Practice podcast to learn more about what this change might mean to your business.

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Hiring Remote Veterinary Office Staff | Ep. 57

Tue, 21 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Stephanie Vasser, VMD, CVMMP, talks about how she grew her practice to have two part-time helpers on the road and a part-time office staff member who lives in another state and works from home.

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Professional Pricing in Veterinary Medicine | Ep. 56

Tue, 07 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we talk to Mike Tomlinson, DVM, MBA, who says that professional pricing in equine veterinary medicine is based on the foundation that your time and expertise is what you sell.

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Employee Engagement | Ep. 55

Tue, 21 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we talk about employee engagement and "quiet quitting" in equine veterinary practice with Drs. Stacey Cordivano and Kelly Zeytoonian, co-chairs of the Practice Culture subcommittee operating under the AAEP’s Commission on Equine Veterinary Sustainability.

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Supply Chain Issues and Opportunities for Veterinary Building | Ep. 54

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we discuss supply chain issues for equine veterinarians seeking to build or renovate. Our guest is Heather Lewis, AIA, NCARB, of Animal Arts architecture firm.

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Takeaways from the 2022 AAEP Convention Keynote Speaker | Ep. 53

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 08:49:00 -0400

In this episode, Amy Grice, VMD, MBA, gives an overview of the AAEP Convention Keynote speaker's presentation titled Boundaries: When to Say Yes, and How to Say No When You Need To.

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2022 Podcast Highlights | Ep. 52

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 14:55:15 -0400

In this episode, we look at some of the highlights from The Business of Practice podcasts in 2022. Remember to go back and listen to some of the podcasts you might have missed! "The Business of Practice" podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Veterinarian Hiring | Ep. 51

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 15:39:14 -0400

Finding, hiring and retaining equine veterinarians is difficult in today’s market. In this episode, we talk about veterinarian hiring with Stacy Pursell, founder and CEO of The VET Recruiter, the leading veterinary and animal health executive search and recruitment firm. "The Business of Practice" podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Veterinary Medical Records | Ep. 50

Tue, 13 Dec 2022 13:22:45 -0400

There are so many reasons to keep good veterinary medical records, said Cynthia MacKenzie, DVM, a Trust veterinarian with the AVMA PLIT. In this episode, she discusses the medical, legal, ethical and regulatory necessity of medical record keeping for equine veterinarians. "The Business of Practice" podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Planning for 2023 | Ep. 49

Tue, 29 Nov 2022 15:25:00 -0400

Equine veterinarians—like other business owners—are struggling to finalize 2023 planning for their businesses. In this episode, we hear advice from Dr. Mike Pownall, who says that in his opinion, key factors veterinarians need to keep in mind when planning for 2023 include the economy and environmental concerns.

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Veterinary Telemedicine | Ep. 48

Tue, 15 Nov 2022 13:39:15 -0400

Most veterinarians, whether they realize it or not, are already practicing some form of telemedicine. In this episode, Dr. Eleanor Green calls telemedicine “a natural evolution of health care in a digital world.” Tune in for a discussion about how veterinarians can get started with offering telemedicine as a standard service. "The Business of Practice" podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Veterinarians Shopping at a Trade Show | Ep. 47

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 14:06:17 -0400

Many veterinarians are headed to the 2022 AAEP Convention and its associated trade show. In this episode, Bob Magnus, DVM, MBA, offers advice on shopping at a trade show. "The Business of Practice" podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Teaching Owners How To Keep Veterinarians Safe | Ep. 46

Tue, 18 Oct 2022 13:32:24 -0400

Equine veterinary work can be dangerous! In this episode, Dr. Amy Grice offers tips and tricks for engaging clients to help keep those farm calls safe. "The Business of Practice" podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Tips to Attract and Retain Equine Veterinarians and Staff | Ep. 45

Tue, 04 Oct 2022 15:07:17 -0400

"2022 was 'The Year of the Shrinking Vet Practice,' " according to Dr. Mike Pownall. In this episode, he offers useful ideas for retaining veterinary staff as well as attracting new staff. "The Business of Practice" podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at carecredit.com.

How To Use a Line of Credit | Ep. 44

Tue, 20 Sep 2022 19:29:30 -0400

In this episode, Jennifer M. Braid, CPA, EA, shares insights about using a line of credit and how this can be beneficial to a veterinary practice if handled correctly. "The Business of Practice" podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at carecredit.com.

LMU's New Equine Veterinary Education Program | Ep. 43

Tue, 06 Sep 2022 15:05:04 -0400

Join us as Drs. Eleanor Green and Jim Heird discuss the groundbreaking new Equine Veterinary Education Program at Lincoln Memorial University in Tennessee. "The Business of Practice" podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Tips on Veterinary Inventory Control | Ep. 42

Tue, 23 Aug 2022 14:24:37 -0400

Dr. Amy Grice discusses the many challenges of inventory control and management to protect this valuable asset. "The Business of Practice" podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Using Equine Vet Techs Fully | Ep. 41

Tue, 09 Aug 2022 18:48:36 -0400

In this episode, Deb Reeder, RVT, VTS-EVN, discusses the benefits of having credentialed veterinary technicians on a practice's staff. "The Business of Practice" podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Transforming Equine Practice | Ep. 40

Fri, 29 Jul 2022 14:19:53 -0400

AAEP President Emma Read talks about the current issues facing equine veterinary practice, as well as potential solutions. "The Business of Practice" podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Veterinary Ethics | Ep. 39

Tue, 12 Jul 2022 13:21:33 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Ernie Martinez discusses the important topic of veterinary ethics and the ways in which professional integrity has a positive impact on veterinary medicine. "The Business of Practice" podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Generational Differences | Ep. 38

Tue, 28 Jun 2022 14:27:37 -0400

Dr. Amy Grice offers guidance about dealing with different generations within a veterinary practice. "The Business of Practice" podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Courageous Conversations | Ep. 37

Tue, 14 Jun 2022 13:47:54 -0400

Dr. Colleen Best discusses turning the delivery of bad news into partnering for supportive conversations. "The Business of Practice" podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Equine Veterinary Compensation | Ep. 36

Tue, 31 May 2022 13:47:39 -0400

Dr. Mike Pownall offers tips on hiring and retaining equine veterinarians in an environment where there are more jobs than veterinarians to fill them. "The Business of Practice" podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Protecting Against Pre-Purchase Malpractice Claims | Ep. 35

Tue, 17 May 2022 13:31:12 -0400

In this episode, Nina Mouledous, DVM, a trust veterinarian for the AVMA Trust, offers tips on avoiding malpractice claims related to pre-purchase exams. "The Business of Practice" podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at carecredit.com.

How to Leverage Team Talent | Ep. 34

Tue, 03 May 2022 14:30:21 -0400

What do you need from your veterinary team? Dr. Mike Tomlinson discusses maximizing teammate talent and keeping everyone impassioned about their goals. "The Business of Practice" podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at carecredit.com.

How the Pandemic Helped My Practice | Ep. 33

Tue, 19 Apr 2022 13:27:40 -0400

Drs. Erin Denney-Jones and Monty McInturff talk about the good and the bad times of equine veterinary practice during the pandemic. "The Business of Practice" podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Veterinarian Burnout | Ep. 32

Tue, 05 Apr 2022 17:23:13 -0400

In this episode, we talk to Colleen Best, DVM, PhD, CCFP, about the issue of veterinarian burnout. "The Business of Practice" podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at carecredit.com.

AAEVT: Who We Are and What We Do| Ep. 31

Tue, 22 Mar 2022 14:36:31 -0400

In this episode, we talk to the executive directors of the American Association of Equine Veterinary Technicians and Associates (AAEVT) about their work. "The Business of Practice" podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Staff Communication | Ep. 30

Tue, 08 Mar 2022 14:11:52 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Mike Pownall talks about how to improve communication within a veterinary practice. "The Business of Practice" podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Solo Practice Tips | Ep. 29

Tue, 22 Feb 2022 15:00:15 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Caitlin Daly of Mid Coast Equine addresses the challenges and rewards of becoming a solo practitioner. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Equine Veterinary Practice Trends | Ep. 28

Tue, 08 Feb 2022 15:31:20 -0400

Hear Dr. Amy Grice discuss the top points from her late 2021 survey of equine veterinarians on the state of the industry. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Alternative Work Schedules for Equine Veterinarians | Ep. 27

Tue, 25 Jan 2022 15:29:09 -0400

In this podcast, Dr. Kelly Zeytoonian shares her practice's success at creating veterinarian work schedules that serve the vets, the business and the clients. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Key Business Takeaways from the 2021 AAEP Convention | Ep. 26

Tue, 11 Jan 2022 21:32:28 -0400

The 2021 AAEP Convention was just loaded with great business and veterinarian wellness information! In this episode, we chat with Dr. Amy Grice about some key takeaways. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at carecredit.com.

Should I Sell? | Ep. 25

Tue, 14 Dec 2021 23:29:45 -0400

There are a lot of corporate entities investing in veterinary practices today, with interest in equine practices heating up. Is the time right to sell your practice? In this episode, we chat with Dr. Mike Pownall about what to consider when making that decision.

Hiring a Veterinary Associate | Ep. 24

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 16:18:57 -0400

How do you find qualified candidates and get them hired when so many associate veterinarian jobs have languished with no takers for months (or even years)? In this episode, we hear from Dr. Mike Pownall on his experience of successfully hiring associates for his veterinary practice.

The Road to Retirement | Ep. 23

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 00:38:56 -0400

In this episode, we discuss financial issues of equine veterinary practice, budgeting and preparing for retirement.

Rethinking Internships | Ep. 22

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 01:39:57 -0400

Internships can make or break a young veterinarian. In this episode, we chat with Dr. Amy Grice about creating internship programs that train and retain talent in equine practices. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by Dechra Veterinary Products. Learn more at bit.ly/TBOP_DECHRA.

Can You Afford an Associate or Assistant? | Ep. 21

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 22:09:30 -0400

What should a veterinarian do when they have too much work for one practitioner, but not quite enough for two veterinarians? In this episode, we chat with Dr. Amy Grice about workload support strategies. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by Dechra Veterinary Products. Learn more at bit.ly/TBOP_DECHRA.

Personal Financial Wellness | Ep. 20

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 18:17:56 -0400

Taking charge of your business and personal finances can make a world of difference in your stress. In his episode, we chat with accountant and veterinarian Marsha Heinke about personal financial wellness. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by Dechra Veterinary Products. Learn more at bit.ly/TBOP_DECHRA.

Veterinarians Battling Burnout | Ep. 19

Wed, 22 Sep 2021 16:50:20 -0400

"If we are not meeting our own needs, the only ones we are harming are ourselves.” In this episode, Dr. Colleen Best offers suggestions about how veterinarians can battle burnout. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by Dechra Veterinary Products. Learn more at bit.ly/TBOP_DECHRA.

Developing an Emergency Veterinary Services Coop | Ep. 18

Tue, 07 Sep 2021 22:11:23 -0400

"Without the emergency cooperative, I would be missing so much of my life that's important to me." In this episode, we chat with Dr. Amanda McCleery about the ins and outs of developing an emergency veterinary services co-op. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by Dechra Veterinary Products. Learn more at bit.ly/TBOP_DECHRA.

Marketing Your Veterinary Practice | Ep. 17

Tue, 24 Aug 2021 22:53:59 -0400

"It takes a lot of effort and time to market your equine veterinary practice, make sure what you are doing is worth the cost." In this episode, we chat with Dr. Mike Pownall about tips on marketing your equine veterinary practice to horse owners. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by Dechra Veterinary Products. Learn more at bit.ly/TBOP_DECHRA.

Dealing with Dissatisfied Clients | Ep. 16

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 15:07:15 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Coleen Best offers advice to veterinarians and staffs about dealing with dissatisfied clients. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by Dechra Veterinary Products. Learn more at bit.ly/TBOP_DECHRA.

Employment Agreements | Ep. 15

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 21:42:07 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Amy Grice discusses the important points of employment agreements in veterinary businesses. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by Dechra Veterinary Products. Learn more at bit.ly/TBOP_DECHRA.

Compassion Fatigue | Ep. 14

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 15:44:12 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Colleen Best helps us better recognize and address compassion fatigue in veterinary practice. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by Dechra Veterinary Products. Learn more at bit.ly/TBOP_DECHRA.

Improving Cash on Hand | Ep. 13

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 21:06:42 -0400

Veterinarians have to pay bills and clients owe veterinarians money. This is the "working capital gap," which describes the time between when suppliers need to be paid and when payments from clients are received. In this episode, we discuss four key areas of the working capital gap with Dr. Mike Pownall. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by Dechra Veterinary Products. Learn more at bit.ly/TBOP_DECHRA.

Work-Life Balance | Ep. 12

Tue, 08 Jun 2021 12:39:13 -0400

What does work-life balance mean for equine veterinarians? In this episode, Dr. Amy Grice discusses setting boundaries, generational differences and how the gender shift has changed the needs of vets. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by Dechra Veterinary Products. Learn more at bit.ly/TBOP_DECHRA.

Veterinary Social Marketing 101 | Ep. 11

Tue, 25 May 2021 11:00:20 -0400

In this episode, we chat with Caitlin DeWilde, DVM, about the basics of social media marketing for equine veterinary practices. DeWilde founded The Social DVM in 2013, when she recognized the untapped potential of veterinarians to easily and affordably connect with their clients through social media. The Social DVM is the veterinary industry's only DVM-owned and -founded social media consulting firm. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by Dechra Veterinary Products. Learn more at bit.ly/TBOP_DECHRA.

Ethical Challenges in Veterinary Practice | Ep. 10

Tue, 11 May 2021 15:44:41 -0400

Not all ethical dilemmas will land a veterinarian in jail; some will cause mental pain and anguish that can cause a veterinarians moral distress. In this episode, we talk to Barb Crabbe, DVM, who is currently involved in a bioethics master's program at the Neiswanger Institute for Bioethics at Loyola University in Chicago, about the ethical challenges in veterinary practice. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by Dechra Veterinary Products. Learn more at bit.ly/TBOP_DECHRA.

Veterinarians Getting Legally Paid | Ep. 9

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 17:33:59 -0400

What do veterinarians need to do to get paid in a timely manner—or even get paid at all? In this episode, attorney Milton C. Toby—who is married to an equine veterinarian—offers advice on how to get legally paid. Episode transcript coming soon. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by Dechra Veterinary Products. Learn more at bit.ly/TBOP_DECHRA.

Resilient Veterinary Practitioners | Ep. 8

Tue, 13 Apr 2021 12:55:47 -0400

Are you taking care of your mental, emotional and physical well-being? In this episode, we chat with veterinary social worker Jeannine Moga about how to become a more resilient veterinary practitioner. Episode transcript coming soon. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by Dechra Veterinary Products. Learn more at bit.ly/TBOP_DECHRA.

Growing Your Veterinary Practice | Ep. 7

Tue, 30 Mar 2021 17:36:48 -0400

It doesn't matter if you're a solo ambulatory practitioner or part of a large, multi-vet hospital—without growth of your client base, you probably won't survive. In this episode, we visit with Mike Pownall, DVM, MBA, of Oculus Insights to discuss tips on growing your practice. Episode transcript coming soon. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by Dechra Veterinary Products. Learn more at bit.ly/TBOP_DECHRA.

Creating Healthier Practice Spaces | Ep. 6

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 11:00:33 -0400

In this episode, we visit with architect Heather Lewis, AIA, NCARB, to discuss her recommendations for how equine veterinarians should build or remodel their practice facilities to benefit future business. Read the episode transcript at http://bit.ly/TBOP_Ep6_Transcript. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by Dechra Veterinary Products. Learn more at bit.ly/TBOP_DECHRA.

Parenting Tips for Equine Veterinarians | Ep. 5

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 18:44:38 -0400

Years ago, women were discouraged from going to veterinary school, especially if they had an interest in mixed animal or equine practice. Today, the majority of veterinary students are women, and many of those women want to practice great medicine while also having a family life. In this episode, Dr. Barb Crabbe talks about the stresses and successes of being a full-time veterinarian while raising two daughters. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by Dechra Veterinary Products.

AAEP Career Center | Ep. 4

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 14:01:42 -0400

Looking for your next employee or position in the veterinary field? In this episode, you can learn how to start your search with the AAEP Career Center. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by Dechra Veterinary Products.

Episode 3: Avoiding Malpractice Complaints

Tue, 02 Feb 2021 12:48:45 -0400

We know that even the word malpractice is scary for good, hard-working equine veterinarians to comprehend in their practices, but the potential for malpractice complaints is real in today's society. In this episode, we cover four principles to help reduce malpractice or board complaints for veterinarians. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by Dechra Veterinary Products.

Episode 2: Pandemic Relief for Veterinarians

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 00:53:51 -0400

In this episode of The Business of Practice, we focus on pandemic relief for veterinarians with Marsha Heinke, DVM, CPA, EA, CVPM. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by Dechra Veterinary Products.

Episode 1: Budgeting 101

Mon, 04 Jan 2021 18:26:23 -0400

Welcome to EquiManagement's new The Business of Practice podcast! In episode 1, we discuss Budgeting 101 with Amy Grice, VMD, MBA. We all know budgeting can be hard, whether it's for personal or business purposes. In this episode, Dr. Grice simplifies the process while helping us understand how important it is to follow a budget in order for your practice to be profitable. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by Dechra Veterinary Products.