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AAEP Practice Life

American Association of Equine Practitioners

AAEP Practice Life

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40:00

Safety First!

AAEP Practice Life ·

2024/07/19

The equine veterinary profession is inherently dangerous. It's not just the horses that can pose a problem, but also facilities, transportation, and even owners. Join podcast co-hosts Drs. Jessica Dunbar and Mike Pownall, and their guest Dr. Travis Boston, as they discuss how a change in mindsets can lead to fewer accidents and a safer environment for vet, client and horse.Sponsored by: AAEP Practice Life is sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim. Visit them at

36:54

Helping New Associates Find Success in Equine Practice

AAEP Practice Life ·

2024/06/19

Following last month's discussion about mentorship, this month our podcast host Dr. Jessica Dunbar queries her guests about how to help new associates or interns find success in equine veterinary practice.Joining Dr. Dunbar this month are Drs. Kim Harmon (Fairfield Equine) and Luke Bass (Colorado State University). Listen as they share substantive recommendations for building meaningful connections and supportive work places for those entering the veterinary industry. Sponsored by: AAEP

45:19

The Value of Mentorship

AAEP Practice Life ·

2024/05/23

Good mentorship can be critical for the retention of equine veterinarians. Podcast co-hosts Drs. Mike Pownall and Jessica Dunbar chat with two successful pairs of veterinary mentor/mentees. Join Drs. Laura Javsicas and Alexa Wright from Rhinebeck Equine, and Drs. Scott Hay and Sara Langsam of Teigland, Franklin and Brokken, as they share their collaborative experiences and their belief in the positive outcomes of solid mentor/mentee programs.Sponsored by: AAEP Practice Life is sponsored by

01:09:45

Equitarian Initiative

AAEP Practice Life ·

2024/04/11

AAEP Practice Life Podcast host Dr. Jessica Dunbar, herself a recent initiative alumna, talks with three veterinarians who are involved in the Equitarian Initiative (https://equitarianinitiative.org/), which brings veterinary care to working equids in developing countries. Listen as Drs. Rob Franklin and Ciera Guardia, and EI executive director Annie Henderson, share the goals, challenges and benefits of being involved with the philanthropic organization. AAEP Practice Life is sponsored by

23:19

Creating a Culture of Belonging: Diversity, Equity...

AAEP Practice Life ·

2024/03/18

Dr. Jeremy Shaba and Dr. Deianira Smith, members of the AAEP Diversity Equity & Inclusion Committee, discuss inclusivity and belonging in equine practice and the DEI Committee’s mission to create greater awareness about these principles and their importance to the horse doctor community. Practice Life is hosted by Dr. Mike Pownall and Dr. Jessica Dunbar.AAEP Practice Life is sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim. Visit them at theartofhorse.com.

28:24

AAEP Leadership: What's in Store for 2024

AAEP Practice Life ·

2024/02/13

Podcast co-hosts Jessica Dunbar and Mike Pownall talk with AAEP leadership about the 2023 Convention and the upcoming year. Listen as Drs. Katie Garrett (AAEP President) and Tracy Turner (AAEP President-Elect) and AAEP Executive Director David Foley share what’s in store for 2024.AAEP Practice Life is sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim. Visit them at theartofhorse.com.

33:23

Business News Hour Recap

AAEP Practice Life ·

2024/01/26

Podcast co-hosts Jessica Dunbar and Mike Pownall chat with the presenters of the 2023 AAEP Convention's Business News Hour. Drs. Stacey Cordivano, Jean-Yin Tan, and Kelly Zeytoonian discuss their investigative process and share what they learned -- and what surprised them. AAEP Practice Life is sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim. Visit them at theartofhorse.com.

25:53

Clients, Costs, and Communication

AAEP Practice Life ·

2023/12/28

Podcast co-hosts Jessica Dunbar and Mike Pownall share strategies from veterinarian attendees to the 2023 AAEP Convention in San Diego, focusing on communicating with clients -- including difficult personalities -- about challenging economic decisions and boundaries. AAEP Practice Life is sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim. Visit them at theartofhorse.com.

24:38

Veterinary Practice: Love and Awe

AAEP Practice Life ·

2023/12/28

Practice Life podcast co-hosts Jessica Dunbar and Mike Pownall travelled to San Diego in December to chat with veterinarian attendees of the AAEP Annual Convention in San Diego about our favorite subject: What do you love about equine practice, and where do you find awe in your work and life? AAEP Practice Life is sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim. Visit them at theartofhorse.com.

40:26

What We Love About Equine Practice

AAEP Practice Life ·

2023/11/20

AAEP Practice Life co-hosts Drs. Jessica Dunbar and Mike Pownall are joined by three veterinarians who think that being a horse doctor is a pretty great thing. Listen to Drs. Rachel Bourne (Wisconsin), Jeremy Shaba (Kentucky) and Brooks Vardell (Virginia) share their favorite -- and not so favorite -- things about being an equine vet. AAEP Practice Life is sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim. Visit them at theartofhorse.com.

37:43

Telemedicine Post-Lockdown

AAEP Practice Life ·

2023/10/23

Much has changed since our first podcast on Telemedicine, way back in 2020. Join our host Dr. Mike Pownall as he visits again with two of the original panelists, Drs. Erica Lacher (Florida) and Cris Navas (Pennsylvania) and new panelist Kelly Zeytoonian (California) as they share tips and hints – including how to charge for telemedicine services – that keep both practitioners and clients happy. AAEP Practice Life is sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim. Visit them at theartofhorse.com.

54:00

Increasing Practice Efficiency with Support Staff

AAEP Practice Life ·

2023/09/25

Support staff, properly utilized, not only improve practice efficiency but also the quality of life of the veterinarians who employ them. AAEP Practice Life co-hosts Drs. Jessica Dunbar and Mike Pownall join three equine veterinarians for a wide-ranging discussion on support staff. Listen as Drs. Kelly Zeytoonian, Brigitte Gravitt and Bridget Heilsberg share their experiences with and recommendations for support staff. AAEP Practice Life is sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim. Visit them at

32:48

Strategies from the Emergency Coverage Subcommittee

AAEP Practice Life ·

2023/07/24

Podcast hosts Drs. Jessica Dunbar and Mike Pownall have a conversation about emergency coverage with four members of the Emergency Coverage subcommittee of AAEP's Commission on Equine Veterinary Sustainability. Joining the podcast hosts are Drs. Leann Kuebelbeck and Mike Erskine, subcommittee co-chairs, and members Jessica Martin and James Beckman. They share their work on the committee and the insights they've gained regarding handling emergencies in veterinary practice while still having a life

55:45

Making it Work: Balancing Life as an Equine...

AAEP Practice Life ·

2023/06/20

Is that elusive work/life balance possible for equine veterinarians who are also mothers? Listen to these four vet moms explain how they’re making it work. Join AAEP Practice Life Podcast host Dr. Jessica Dunbar as she chats with Drs. Melissa Johnson, Valeria Kappes, Bonnie Kibbie and Jennifer Selvig, all mothers who have discovered ways to stay happy and productive in both aspects of their lives. AAEP Practice Life is sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim. Visit them at theartofhorse.com.

36:00

Sustainability Commission: Internship and Student...

AAEP Practice Life ·

2023/05/18

AAEP Practice Life co-hosts Drs. Jessica Dunbar and Mike Pownall continue their series of chats with veterinarian members of the AAEP Commission on Equine Veterinary Sustainability. In this episode, the hosts chat with Drs. Sarah Reuss and Jackie Christakos of the Internship subcommittee, and Dr. Rhonda Rathgeber of the Student subcommittee. AAEP Practice Life is sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim. Visit them at theartofhorse.com.

32:00

AAEP Sustainability Commission: Some Early Findings

AAEP Practice Life ·

2023/04/17

AAEP Practice Life co-hosts Drs. Jessica Dunbar and Mike Pownall chat with four veterinarian members of the AAEP Commission on Equine Veterinary Sustainability: Drs. Jim Zeliff and Travis Boston of the Compensation sub-committee, and Drs. Kelly Zeytoonian and Stacey Cordivano of the Practice Culture sub-committee. Listen in as they share some of their early findings. AAEP Practice Life is sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim. Visit them at theartofhorse.com.

41:15

Equine Practice Can be Great!

AAEP Practice Life ·

2023/03/20

AAEP Practice Life co-hosts Drs. Mike Pownall and Jessica Dunbar chat with four veterinarians who love being equine practitioners. Joining the hosts are Drs. Lindsay Deacon, Jennifer Reda, Danielle Price, and Erica Paxton, who share why they think equine practice can be great. AAEP Practice Life is sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim. Visit them at theartofhorse.com.

27:00

Worldwide Vets: Making a Difference in Ukraine

AAEP Practice Life ·

2023/02/27

Join AAEP Practice Life podcast co-hosts Drs. Mike Pownall and Jessica Dunbar as they speak with Dr. Gemma Campling of Worldwide Vets about her veterinary work in battle-torn Ukraine. Content warning: this podcast includes sensitive discussions of suicide, abuse, violence and mental illness. Please consider this before listening to the podcast. You can learn more about Worldwide Vets here: https://www.worldwidevets.com/ Please note: following the publication of the original podcast, panelist Dr

34:21

Looking Back, Looking Forward, with AAEP Leaders

AAEP Practice Life ·

2023/01/23

AAEP Practice Life co-hosts Drs. Mike Pownall and Jessica Dunbar chat with current AAEP president Dr. Rob Franklin, president-elect Dr. Katie Garrett, and executive director David Foley. Topics include the recent convention in San Antonio, upcoming educational programs, volunteerism, and the work facing the new Commission on Equine Veterinary Sustainability. AAEP Practice Life is sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim. Visit them at theartofhorse.com.

46:30

Business News Hour Recap

AAEP Practice Life ·

2022/12/29

In our final Practice Life Podcast of 2022, host Dr. Mike Pownall joins the panelists from the 2022 AAEP Convention's Business News Hour -- Drs. Caitlin Daly, Jean-Yin Tan and Kelly Zeytoonian -- for a recap of the year in review, and some predictions and recommendations for the year to come. AAEP Practice Life is sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim. Visit them at theartofhorse.com.

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