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My Veterinary Life

American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)

Tune in for inspiring stories from your colleagues across the profession. You’ll hear from guest veterinarians about the journeys, challenges – and often hilarious anecdotes – that got them to where they are today. Come away with a fresh look at our veterinary community and a renewed excitement to embrace your veterinary journey. Hosted by Drs. Marci Kirk and Annie Chavent.

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22:57

A Conversation with AVMA Trust Veterinary Technician...

My Veterinary Life ·

2025/06/05

Our guest on this week’s episode of My Veterinary Podcast is Patrick Douglas, the first AVMA Trust Veterinary Technician. Patrick discusses his new role, which involves managing claims data for AVMA members, providing educational support, and bridging the gap between veterinarians and support staff. He shares insights from his background in zoo medicine, emphasizing the importance of understanding exotic animal claims. The conversation also touches on the challenges and surprises of his transition

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30:06

Veterinary Medicine Through the Eyes of Dr. Jennifer...

My Veterinary Life ·

2025/05/29

Our guest on this episode of My Veterinary Life Podcast is Dr. Jennifer Welser, a board-certified ophthalmologist and president of Arista Advanced Pet Care. We explore Dr. Welser's experiences in veterinary school, her specialization in ophthalmology, and her transition into business ownership. Dr. Welser emphasizes the importance of mentorship, networking, and embracing risks. She also discusses the shared ownership model at Arista, which supports veterinarians in balancing clinical practice with

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25:04

Worth It: Talking Leadership, Mentorship, and...

My Veterinary Life ·

2025/05/22

Alejandra Medina, a fourth-year veterinary student at the University of Pennsylvania, shares her journey on this week's episode of My Veterinary Life podcast. We talk about her perspective as a first-generation student, the challenges of balancing "it all" in veterinary school, and the importance of mentorship. She highlights her involvement in the AVMA Early Career Development Committee and her commitment to community support. We even chat about a little fun outside of vet school at the end! Thank

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22:08

Some Things Change and Some Stay the Same with Dr....

My Veterinary Life ·

2025/05/15

Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald reflects on the changes in veterinary medicine throughout his four decades in the profession-- including 10 seasons on the TV show Emergency Vets-- on this week's episode of My Veterinary Life podcast. These changes have revolutionized animal care, but they also come with challenges. We delve into how keeping updated with new developments while staying true to the heart of vet med is key to providing the best care possible. Catch this episode for a lively discussion on the

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26:19

Flexible and Nimble with Dr. Alexandra McLaughry

My Veterinary Life ·

2025/05/08

Dr. Alexandra McLaughry, owner of BarburVet in Portland, Oregon and Chief Medical Officer for Vet Badger, shares her journey into veterinary medicine in this week's episode. She discusses her career path from veterinary school in Ireland to practice ownership, emphasizes the significance of client communication and adaptability, and highlights the importance of collaboration and continuous learning. The episode also addresses challenges faced by new graduates and the necessity of self-care and

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20:53

The Best of Times and the Hardest of Times with Paige...

My Veterinary Life ·

2025/05/01

Our guest on this week’s episode of My Veterinary Life Podcast is Paige Durham, a third-year veterinary student at the University of Missouri. During this interview, Paige shares what her experience has been like as a student extern at the AVM A in the Membership and Field Services Division. She discusses balancing being a student, commitments as a local SAVMA president and exploring all that veterinary medicine has to offer. The discussion highlights the challenges and rewards of vet school, the

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25:40

The Littlest Things that Spark Joy with Dr. Christina...

My Veterinary Life ·

2025/04/24

Dr. Christina Guttuso, founder of Gentle Journey, an in-home pet euthanasia practice in Arizona, shares her journey into veterinary medicine, her transition to in-home euthanasia, and the emotional complexities of her work. The discussion highlights the importance of quality-of-life discussions, effective communication, and addressing compassion fatigue. This episode emphasizes reconnecting with one's passion and finding fulfillment in veterinary practice and we can’t wait to share it with you

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28:31

Mentorship: A Mentor’s Perspective with Dr. Gary...

My Veterinary Life ·

2025/04/17

Welcome to a two-part mini-series focused on mentorship. Our guest on this episode is Dr. Gary Marshall. Dr. Marshall is the current Vice President of the AVMA and has a true passion for giving back and mentorship within veterinary medicine. Dr. Marshall shares his journey into the profession, highlighting pivotal moments with influential mentors. He emphasizes the reciprocal benefits of mentorship, where both mentors and mentees learn and grow. The conversation also explores Dr. Marshall's

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26:33

Mentorship: A Mentee’s Perspective with Dr. Jesse...

My Veterinary Life ·

2025/04/10

Welcome to a two-part mini-series focused on mentorship. Our guest on this episode is Dr. Jesse Navatta. Dr. Navatta is an associate veterinarian as well as a PrideVMC Board Member. Our focus is discussing how mentorship has impacted their career so far and the benefits of mentorship to mentees. Dr. Navatta highlights the value of both formal and informal mentorship, the significance of affinity groups for networking, and the need for veterinarians to maintain interests outside their profession

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32:38

Navigating the Unexpected: Improv as a Tool for...

My Veterinary Life ·

2025/04/03

Our guest on this week’s episode of My Veterinary Life Podcast is Dr. Beth Hagenlocker. Dr. Hagenlocker is the president of Grace Veterinary Inc and co-founder of Detroit Creativity Project. She shares her unconventional journey into veterinary medicine, highlighting her background in community development and her passion for feline health. The discussion focuses on the transformative role of improvisation (improv) in veterinary practice, emphasizing how improv enhances communication skills,

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31:28

Scars are Stories and other Great Pearls of Wisdom...

My Veterinary Life ·

2025/03/27

Our guest on this episode of My Veterinary Life Podcast is Dr. Peter Weinstein. Dr. Weinstein holds many different roles within the veterinary profession, including but not limited to being president of Simple Solutions for Vets, president of PAW Consulting, and president Veterinary Ownership Advocates, as well as an instructor of business and finance at Western University of Health Sciences College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Weinstein shares his journey into veterinary medicine, inspired by James

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22:05

Veterinary Podcast Crossover Series with AAEP’s...

My Veterinary Life ·

2025/03/20

We are thrilled to be sharing our veterinary podcast crossover series with you. Throughout these episodes, we are having conversations with other veterinary podcast hosts who are sharing why they started their podcast and their goals, as well as how we can all work together towards supporting our colleagues in this profession. Today our guest is Dr. Mike Pownall, one of the cohosts of AAEPS’s Practice Life Podcast. Throughout this episode, we talk about how we can all learn from each other and that

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19:52

Veterinary Podcast Crossover Series with Veterinary...

My Veterinary Life ·

2025/03/13

We are thrilled to be sharing our veterinary podcast crossover series with you. Throughout these episodes, we are having conversations with other veterinary podcast hosts who are sharing why they started their podcast and their goals, as well as how we can all work together towards supporting our colleagues in this profession. Today our guests are Drs. Lisa Fortier and Sarah Wright. Dr. Fortier is the editor in chief for the AVMA and Dr. Wright is the associate editor for the AVMA journals. This is

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27:59

Veterinary Podcast Crossover Series with Diversity...

My Veterinary Life ·

2025/03/06

We are thrilled to be sharing our veterinary podcast crossover series with you. Throughout these episodes, we are having conversations with other veterinary podcast hosts who are sharing why they started their podcast and their goals, as well as how we can all work together towards supporting our colleagues in this profession. Today our guest is Dr. Lisa Greenhill. Dr. Greenhill is the Chief Diversity Officer and senior director for institutional research at AAVMC. She is also the host of “Diversity

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22:56

Veterinary Podcast Crossover Series with Have You Herd?

My Veterinary Life ·

2025/02/27

We are thrilled to be sharing our veterinary podcast crossover series with you. Throughout these episodes, we are having conversations with other veterinary podcast hosts who are sharing why they started their podcast and their goals, as well as how we can all work together towards supporting our colleagues in this profession. Today our guest is Dr. Fred Gingrich. Dr. Gingrich is the executive director of and the host of AABP’s podcast, “Have You Herd”. This isn't Fred's first time on our show, so

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28:49

Don’t Hit the Panic Button on Exotics with Dr....

My Veterinary Life ·

2025/02/20

Our guest on this episode of My Veterinary Life Podcast, Dr. Madonna Livingstone. Dr. Livingstone is wears a few hats including being a clinical veterinarian that focuses primarily on exotics animals, an author, a lecturer and a laboratory consultant. She shares her journey into veterinary medicine and the challenges she faced due to the lack of focus on exotic animals in the curriculum. She emphasizes the importance of the human-animal bond and the need for better education and support for

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24:59

Navigating the Waves of Veterinary Medicine: Dr. Barb...

My Veterinary Life ·

2025/02/13

Our guest on this week’s episode of My Veterinary Life Podcast is Dr. Barb Linnehan. Dr. Linnehan is the director of animal health and welfare at the National Marine Mammal Foundation. She shares what her career path has looked like starting with an internship and continuing through to becoming a Diplomate of the American College of Zoological Medicine. There is a lot of ground...or should we say waves…to cover. It’s a great conversation and we can’t wait to share her journey with you!We want to

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28:01

What Resilience Really is with Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe

My Veterinary Life ·

2025/02/06

Our guest on this week’s episode of My Veterinary Life Podcast is Dr. Hanley Defoe, an expert in human resiliency and wellbeing. Dr. Defoe shares insights on resilience, emphasizing the importance of belonging, perspective, acceptance, hope, and humor. The conversation highlights practical strategies for managing stress, setting realistic goals, and prioritizing self-care. The conversation underscores the need for mental health awareness and offers actionable steps to enhance wellbeing, encouraging

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28:50

SAVMA Unleashed - The Life of a Non-traditional...

My Veterinary Life ·

2025/02/04

We are excited to feature another bonus episode form the SAVMA Unleashed Series. SAVMA Unleashed is hosted by SAVMA student leaders, offering an honest and upbeat look into the daily lives of veterinary students. In this inspiring episode, we chat with Amelia Sitzes, a remarkable non-traditional veterinary student who overcame the odds to follow her passion for veterinary medicine. Amelia shares her incredible journey of transitioning from a career as a human chiropractor to starting veterinary

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27:32

Leading from Where You Are with Tara Barron

My Veterinary Life ·

2025/01/30

This month we are starting a series called “Leading from Where You Are.” Throughout these episodes, we are diving deep into leadership within the veterinary field, exploring it from various perspectives—whether you're a seasoned practitioner, a student, or an expert in leadership. We’ll discuss why it’s crucial to embrace leadership no matter where you are in your career, reflecting on lessons we’d give our younger selves, and exploring ways to grow and lead more effectively. Our guest today is Tara

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