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Veterinary Innovation Podcast

Veterinary Innovation Podcast

The Veterinary Innovation Podcast covers the most interesting, exciting, and controversial topics in the industry today. Veterinary technology entrepreneurs Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zakharenkov chat with industry leaders and innovators about the biggest challenges they"re facing - and how they"re overcoming them.

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287 - Andy Bond | BestyBnB

Veterinary Innovation Podcast ·

2025/04/03

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak chat with Andy Bond from BestyBnB, a tech platform providing confidential, in-home pet care during crisis situations. Andy shares how they've created a "HIPAA-compliant Airbnb for pets" supporting pet owners facing domestic violence, mental health challenges, or housing issues by partnering with social service agencies and animal welfare organizations to keep people and pets safe and together. Learn more about BestyBnB. Andy recommends ACQUIRED - Mars Inc

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286 - Dr. Kristin Welch | DVM STAT Consulting

Veterinary Innovation Podcast ·

2025/03/27

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak welcome Dr. Kristin Welch, the founder of DVM STAT Consulting, for a deep dive into how teleconsultation is transforming access to specialty care in veterinary medicine. They explore the unique benefits of doctor-to-doctor virtual consultations, how AI is being used to streamline the review of complex medical records, and how her team of board-certified specialists is providing real-time, high-touch clinical support to general practitioners, emergency

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285 - Dr. Andrew Ciccolini | Serenity Vet

Veterinary Innovation Podcast ·

2025/02/13

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak chat with Dr. Andrew Ciccolini from Serenity Vet, a new relief platform that uniquely combines a marketplace connecting veterinarians with employers and a business suite featuring financial planning tools for both. They discuss why relief work is growing, how Serenity Vet differentiates itself with features like the clinic profitability calculator and scheduling tools to prevent burnout, and AI-driven predictability for shift fulfillment. Learn more about

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284 - Chuck Rich | Greysteel

Veterinary Innovation Podcast ·

2025/01/23

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak joined by Chuck Rich from Greysteel to discuss current trends in veterinary real estate, including the sale-leaseback model, navigating corporate acquisitions, and strategies for practice owners to unlock equity and plan for retirement or expansion. Learn more about GreySteel. Chuck Rich recommends “Extreme Ownership: How U.S. Navy SEALs Lead and Win” by Jocko Willink and Leif Babin.

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283 - Ryan Salvino | VetTalk

Veterinary Innovation Podcast ·

2025/01/02

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak chat with Ryan Salvino, the co-founder of VetTalk Software, about their automated client education system that integrates with veterinary practice management systems. Ryan shares how VetTalk improves compliance, reduces staff workload, and ensures better pet care through pre and post-appointment educational care plans. Learn more about VetTalk. Ryan Salvino recommends "Attack the Day: Kirby Smart and Georgia's Return to Glory" by Seth Emerson.

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282 - Dr. Emily Hubbard | Veterinary Innovative Partners

Veterinary Innovation Podcast ·

2024/12/26

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak welcome Dr. Emily Hubbard, the Chief Medical Officer at Veterinary Innovative Partners (VIP), to talk about fostering healthy communication, conflict resolution, and leadership in veterinary practices. Dr. Hubbard shares how VIP supports autonomy, empowers hospital teams, and advances the veterinary field through innovation. Learn more about Veterinary Innovative Partners. Dr. Emily Hubbard recommends focusing on one’s own mental health.

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281 - Dr. Rory Lubold | Affordable Pet Labs

Veterinary Innovation Podcast ·

2024/12/19

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak joined by Dr. Rory Lubold, Founder of Affordable Pet Labs, a company dedicated to making diagnostic testing more accessible and affordable for pet owners nationwide. They discuss breaking barriers to veterinary care — both in terms of cost and accessibility — and how their in-home blood collection and at-home testing kits benefit pet owners and veterinarians alike. Learn more about Affordable Pet Labs. Dr. Rory Lubold recommends “Be Useful: Seven Tools

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280 - Aoife Caulfield | Village Vets

Veterinary Innovation Podcast ·

2024/12/12

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak welcome Aoife Caulfield, Partnerships and Acquisitions Lead at Village Vets Ireland, to talk about building partnerships, challenges of consolidating practices, innovative practice ownership models, and the future of veterinary in Ireland. She also shared insights on the importance of leadership, networking, and aligning with like-minded partners for sustainable growth. Learn more about Village Vets. Aoife Caulfield recommends events like London Vet

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279 - Suvi Irvine | Blue River PetCare

Veterinary Innovation Podcast ·

2024/12/05

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak are joined by Suvi Irvine, Clinical Development Manager at Blue River PetCare, to discuss how AI innovations provide a path forward to increasing efficiency, reducing burnout, and improving care access without compromising staff well-being. Learn more about Blue River PetCare. Suvi Irvine recommends YouTube - AI Creativity: Genius or Gimmick?

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278 - Price Fallin | Otto (formerly TeleVet)

Veterinary Innovation Podcast ·

2024/11/28

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak welcome Price Fallin, Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer at Otto (formerly TeleVet), where he shares the journey of Otto, a leading workflow automation platform. He discusses the challenges of rapid growth, the impact of COVID-19, and how automation can unlock new opportunities for veterinary practice efficiency. Learn more about Otto. Discover more about The First Principles Method Explained by Elon Musk. Price Fallin recommends Scaling Lean:

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277 - Joseph Faiella | Moichor

Veterinary Innovation Podcast ·

2024/11/14

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak are joined by Joseph Faiella, Chief Commercial Officer at Moichor, to discuss advancements in veterinary diagnostics using AI technology. Joe explains how Moichor provides fast, reliable cytology and pathology results, offering a flexible, affordable, and accessible diagnostic option for practices of all sizes. Learn more about Moichor. Discover more about Ted Talk "An ER doctor on triaging your "crazy busy" life" by Dr. Darria Long. Joe Faiella

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276 - Ryan Leech | First 100 Consulting

Veterinary Innovation Podcast ·

2024/11/07

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak welcome Ryan Leech from First 100 Consulting, a veterinary industry consultant and host of The Bird Bath podcast. Ryan shares insights from his consulting experience, discusses the intricacies of veterinary industry trends, technological advancements, and the effects of AI on the field. He also explores future expectations for market consolidations and strategic moves by large firms, as well as potential challenges posed by advanced AI tools and their use by

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275 - Julia Loew | MWI Animal Health

Veterinary Innovation Podcast ·

2024/10/24

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak are joined by Julia Loew, the Senior Vice President of Commercialization Services at MWI Animal Health, a division of AmerisourceBergen. Together, they discuss MWI’s shift toward technology-driven solutions and its innovative sustainability initiatives, including the sustainable tote delivery program. Julia addresses key challenges like staffing shortages in veterinary clinics and highlights the importance of expanding access to care through technological

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274 - Aaron Pugh | Vet Together

Veterinary Innovation Podcast ·

2024/10/17

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak chat with Aaron Pugh, the CEO of Vet Together, about the vision for transforming veterinary conferences by creating a business-focused event tailored to independent hospitals and vendors. He shares the unique challenges smaller practices face, the innovative conference format, how it’s disrupting traditional trade shows, and what the future holds for Vet Together. Learn more about Vet Together. Aaron Pugh recommends “Traction: Get a Grip on Your Business”

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273 - Elizabeth Green | VetMedux

Veterinary Innovation Podcast ·

2024/10/10

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak welcome Elizabeth Green from VetMedux, a part of Instinct Science, to chat about the evolution of Clinician’s Brief and Plumb’s from a traditional print resource to a continuously updated digital platform, improving access to the latest drug information. Elizabeth also delves into the role of AI in addressing current challenges within veterinary practice and innovations aimed at improving efficiency and education for veterinarians. Learn more about Plumb’s

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272 - Dr. Anna Foster | Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)

Veterinary Innovation Podcast ·

2024/10/03

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

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271 - Dr. Amelia Knight Pinkston | Life Boost with...

Veterinary Innovation Podcast ·

2024/09/26

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

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270 - Dr. Seth Wallack | Vetology

Veterinary Innovation Podcast ·

2024/09/19

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak chat with Dr. Seth Wallack, Founder and CEO of Vetology, about how Vetology combines artificial intelligence (AI) with teleradiology to streamline workflows and enhance diagnostic efficiency for veterinarians. Dr. Wallack explains the role of AI in providing preliminary radiograph reports while preserving veterinarians’ clinical decision-making. He also highlights upcoming innovations, including faster report turnaround times and the release of feline abdomen

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269 - Dr. Oliver Viner | HelloVet

Veterinary Innovation Podcast ·

2024/09/12

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

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268 - Dr. Christian M. Leutenegger | Antech Diagnostics

Veterinary Innovation Podcast ·

2024/09/05

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak chat with Dr. Christian Leutenegger, Vice President of R&D Assay Development at Antech Diagnostics, about molecular diagnostics in veterinary medicine. He shares insights on the future of diagnostics and the potential of AI in advancing veterinary care. Learn more about Predictive Diagnostics and KeyScreen. Dr. Christian Leutenegger recommends “Emotional Intelligence 2.0” by Travis Bradberry and Jean Greaves.

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