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Have you ever wondered how to broach the sensitive subject of salary negotiations in veterinary medicine? Our episode peels back the layers on this under-discussed topic, revealing practical strategies and pivotal preparations for securing a salary that reflects your true worth. We unravel the intricacies of recognizing your contributions to a practice's success and the subtle art of turning this awareness into a more gratifying compensation package. For anyone poised to step into a new role or poised for recognition in their current position, this segment is loaded with actionable advice.

The narrative shifts to championing women in the trenches of investing and negotiation, stressing the significance of early and consistent investment practices over attempting to time the market. We delve into the changing financial landscape that's opening doors for women, with tools and personal recommendations. Stay connected with the pulse of financial and mental wellbeing in veterinary careers by following Alice on Instagram at @thisvetcan_blog and exploring her insights at thisvetcan.co.uk.
(One example of her great blog posts is "How to Ace Salary Negotiation"!)
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Resources we mentioned...
-Her First 100K
-Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss
-Your Juno Financial Education app
-@girlsthatinvest and their book!
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If you've ever wondered what the AAEP is doing to support equine veterinarians, this is the episode for you. I am joined today by Dr. Katie Garrett, our current President, and she is an open book in this conversation. Dr. Garrett emphasizes the importance of effective communication and the need for the AAEP to evolve and change as the veterinary profession evolves. We also discuss the culture of the AAEP and the organization's efforts to engage and involve more members. I feel fortunate to have had the opportunity to ask her some tough questions and dive into meaningful discussion. Please let us know what you think - Katie is really hoping to hear directly from YOU!
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More about Dr. Katie Garrett...
Katie Garrett received a Bachelor’s degree in biochemistry and molecular biology from Dartmouth College and her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine degree from Cornell University.  She completed internships and a surgical residency at Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital and is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (Large Animal).  She is currently a shareholder at Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital where her practice focuses on diagnostic imaging.  Dr. Garrett has authored numerous scientific articles and book chapters and lectures nationally and internationally.  She is currently the president of the American Association of Equine Practitioners.  Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, hiking, and crossword puzzles.

Feel free to Email her! kgarrett@roodandriddle.com
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Helpful Links

The Volunteer Interest Form - member login required
The Transforming Equine Practice products created by the 5 Subcommittees under the Equine Veterinary Sustainability Initiative from AAEP
The Member Assistance Program - a wonderful free resource for AAEP members!
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Here's another episode where three equine vets get to chit chatting. Thanks to Dr. Misty Gray and Dr. Kelly Zeytoonian for joining me as we dive into some recent topics and share our self-care wins.


Chapters
00:36
Discussion on Changing the AAEP Bylaws
07:04
Pushback against Allowing Membership to Vote for AAEP President
16:07
Change Management and Bridging the Gap
23:32
Challenges of Being Working Moms
32:35
Self-Care Practices

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Boyd Martin is a man of extremes. If he's participating, you better believe that he's giving 1000%. In today's episode, we chat about how that approach to life can be both a benefit and a hindrance to success. Boyd shares how he has changed the way he sets himself up for growth and sustainability over the past few years - trust me, a lot of it is very applicable to veterinary medicine. Regardless of what you do for a living, hearing what Boyd has learned over his many years in the horse industry will shed new light on the idea of resilience and hard work.

About Boyd...
Boyd Martin is a three-time Olympian and one of the most successful international athletes in the equestrian discipline of eventing. He is currently ranked third in the world and operates his business out of Windurra USA in Cochranville, Pennsylvania.
Website
IG @boydmartineventing
Check out this awesome video made by Purina for Boyd and Windurra.
Showcasing Boyd and Thomas!
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Hear more about the Martin Family's story from my good friend, Silva Martin, in Episode 5.
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If you want to discover some tips for planning and running effective meetings, make sure to tune in to this episode as we hear from Dr. Kim Harmon.  Kim, who is the managing partner at Fairfield Equine Associates, shares valuable insights on transforming your team meetings into valuable, goal-oriented experiences. If you haven't yet, check out Part 1 here first!

We break down the essential questions you need to ask before planning a meeting for your veterinary team: why is it taking place, who should be present, when should it happen, and what outcomes you're striving for. With a focus on setting expectations, starting and ending on time, and keeping your meetings on track, we guide you through pre-meeting preparations, welcoming and connecting, engaging with participants, and ensuring a productive conclusion. Learn how to make the most of your workplace meetings and share this episode with friends or colleagues who could benefit from these game-changing strategies.

Check out the downloadable episode summary here.

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Tired of unproductive meetings that just drain your time and energy? Join us as we chat with Dr. Kim Harmon, managing partner at Fairfield Equine Associates, about transforming your veterinary team meetings into productive and enjoyable experiences for everyone, whether you work in a large or small veterinary practice.

We'll dive into different types of meetings, from one-on-one sessions to brainstorming gatherings, and discuss the importance of clear communication and psychological safety. Plus, you'll hear about innovative ideas for team building, including incorporating fun events and activities into the work day. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your team dynamics and make your meetings truly effective.

The second part of our discussion can be found here!
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About Dr. Kim Harmon
Dr. Harmon grew up in Potomac, Maryland, where she developed her passion for horses through Pony Club and 3-Day-Eventing.
A 2007 graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, she was the recipient the Patient Care Award, and the George M. Palmer Prize for promise in equine practice. After graduation, she chose to pursue her commitment to the care of horses by furthering her education. Dr. Harmon completed her internship in sports medicine, surgery, and diagnostic imaging with Fairfield Equine in 2008 and continued on as an associate. 
In 2018, she became an owner of FEA and now serves as the Managing Partner of the practice. Dr. Harmon has special interests in lameness and the equine athlete as well as the management of emergency cases.
In her down time, she enjoys spending time with her husband Phil, and their 2 kiddos Benjamin and Kate.
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Resources that we mention
-Stay Interview guidance from the AAEP's sustainability initiative
-Meetings 101 downloadable PDF summary

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Struggling with veterinary medical records? Fear not! Today we're joined by Dr. Karen Bolton, an experienced veterinarian with an MBA in business management, who is on a mission to streamline the process! Discover how Karen's journey from equine practice to small animal medicine led her to develop a passion for improving the veterinary field through education and innovation. She has created a course to teach others how to use chat GPT technology to enhance the speed and efficiency of medical records with minimal learning curve.

Today you'll learn how chat GPT works, its potential in saving time and creating consistent records, and thoughts on the legal aspects behind this technology. Karen shares her transition from equine to small animal practice and how the increase in patient load led her to create this time-saving system. Find the course on her website www.thebusinessvet.com and please let us know if you find it useful!

More about Dr. Bolton!
Like you, Dr. Karen Bolten has experienced a lot of crazy stuff between animals, owners, and businesses. She has a background in large animal veterinary practice ownership and is currently an associate veterinarian at a small animal clinic. Yes, she's a traitor, but cats *really are* very similar to horses.
After an 8-year stint owning her practice, she was ready for a new direction. So, she sold her clinic, widened the horizons of her student loan account, and plunged into the world of business. And she loves it. In 2020 she graduated with a Magna cum laude in Business Management, and in 2022 she finished her MBA.
Her areas of interest in business are general business strategy and marketing strategy, and she loves anything where one can use data to make better decisions. She believes that through innovation and education, there are answers out there for those of us that are struggling. Her goal is to share what she's discovered and continue her journey as a professional student.
Beyond the business angle, she's a staunch mental health advocate. She's eager to use her personal experiences and skills to promote healthier workplaces in the veterinary field and to support those struggling with mental illness in our profession.
Karen is always looking for new ways to innovate and improve my efficiency and level of patient care within my job and business. From creating a hashtag generator to using AI to manage medical records more effectively, she prefers to be well in front of the curve.
Her passions include anything ancient (dogs, horses, houses, history) and precious sighthounds. Let's be real - she'll take in absolutely any animal. She's a computer nerd that has transitioned my copyright-infringing 1993 Sim Horse Barn skills (IYKYK) into forcing A.I. to do her records.
Her target audience? Veterinary professionals seeking to bolster their business efficacy. If you're looking to amplify profits, improve employee compensation, attract more clients, or refocus on the aspects of practice you truly love, you're in the right place.
Curious to learn more? Her Instagram is a treasure trove of bite-sized business insights. For a deeper dive, check out her courses and products tailored specifically for the veterinary profession.

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FUN NEW FORMAT! Listen in as Misty, Kelly and I discuss our opinions on some hot topics in equine vetmed at the moment. We are all working in spaces of equine veterinary medicine that allow us to hear from the trenches, so we brought up just a couple of things that we have been hearing a lot about lately....and we didn't get to several major topics because there is just so much to digest. SO, if you like this format (AND if you have thoughts to add!) let me know and we will do it again and potentially throw in some guest comments or questions! 

This one is made for you! Just remember... there's no right answer and these are just the opinions of three ladies in three different areas of equine medicine at the moment.

If you want to get involved in chats like this while also learning amazing content from well being and personal development speakers, make sure to join us in October at the Sustainability in Equine Practice Seminar and Retreat!
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Connect with us!

www.SEPseminars.com

Stacey - thewholeveterinarian@gmail.com

Misty - mgray@rosepointdvm.com

Kelly - info@starwoodveterinaryconsulting.com

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Have you struggled to create a cohesive vetmed team? Are you having difficulty attracting the right talent? Are you confused as to why you work in a veterinary clinic that has no direction or actual leadership? Dr. Dave Nicol of VetX International is here to help us understand how vital leadership is for the health and wellbeing of the entire vet practice - both the business and the individuals working inside of it. Leadership cannot be left to chance - tune in to this episode to get insight into how and why you need to be proactive in your veterinary business if you want to see your team succeed.
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More about Dr. Dave Nicol...
Dr. Dave Nicol is a veterinarian with more than 20 years of experience in general practice and has held several leadership roles within practice and industry. He has written three books, most recently the best-selling, So You’re A Vet...Now What? – a manifesto on how to survive as a veterinarian after graduation. Dr. Dave hosts The Blunt Dissection podcasts which combined has been played more than 250,000 times. He owns Roundwood Vets, a boutique vet practice in London and founded VetX International to help vets connect with their career and help practice owners create fantastic practices for the vets to work in.
He speaks at conferences all over the world to speak about his favourite topic of
leadership and generally cheerleading for the veterinary profession. In 2019 he was
voted VMX Practice Manager Speaker of the Year.
Find out more here...
www.vetxinternational.com
www.drdavenicol.com

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Real talk regarding sustainability in equine veterinary medicine.
For this episode, I'm joined by the co-creators of The Sustainability in Equine Practice Seminar and Retreat  as we share some of the highlights of the past two events. The community formed over these two very special weekends can be described as nothing other than magical. We are excited for the future of equine medicine whenever we gather with these amazing folks. Come join us as we help shape a better vetmed for our present and future colleagues.

Featuring Dr. Cara Wright, Dr. Kelly Zeytoonian and Dr. Misty Gray

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Dr. Daly and Dr. McAndrews share one more gem regarding solo equine practice. We discuss how collaboration is KEY to success in practice.

Find out more about my guests below...

Amelie McAndrews, DVM

McAndrews@gardenstateequine.com

www.gardenstateequine.com

Caitlin Daly, DVM

https://www.midcoastequine.com/

midcoastequine@gmail.com

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Solo equine vets make up 37% of all equine veterinarians. Many people think of group practice as the only way to go after graduation, but  if you want to forge your own path as an equine veterinarian, you can do it! And you won't be alone in doing so. While not every aspect of solo practice is perfect, there are many upsides to owning your own business and that is what we discuss today. My guests are awesome human beings and amazing colleagues. I am honored to have them join me for this really important topic.

Let's meet our guests...
Amelie McAndrews, DVM

McAndrews@gardenstateequine.com
www.gardenstateequine.com

Originally from Connecticut, Dr. McAndrews completed an internship at a general and referral practice in Arizona before spending five years at a general equine practice in New Jersey. During her time as a general practitioner, her interests and caseload became increasingly focused on equine dentistry. She found she could significantly improve her patient’s quality of life by addressing problems found through a comprehensive oral exam. Garden State Equine Veterinary Dentistry was founded with the goal of being able to help more horses through better oral health. 
Dr. McAndrews spent years training under Dr. David Foster, a founding member of the American Veterinary Dental College - Equine Specialty who retired from private general equine dental practice in 2015. She travels frequently to train with equine veterinary dental specialists, presents to equine veterinarians on dental disease, and teaches equine dentistry to veterinary students. She regularly attends equine dentistry continuing education meetings and wet labs. 
Dr. McAndrews is one of only a handful of veterinarians completing an equine dental residency training program. She is also a clinical associate at the University of Pennsylvania New Bolton Center.
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Caitlin Daly, DVM

https://www.midcoastequine.com/
midcoastequine@gmail.com

Dr. Caitlin Daly has been involved with horses since she was a young child. Her experience with various breeds and riding disciplines has supplemented her understanding of each horse’s specific needs. By taking the time to develop a special relationship with her clients and their horses, she is a fundamental part of the team that keeps horses healthy and performing to the best of their ability.
After graduating from Miami University in 2007, Dr. Daly worked as a technician at Hagyard Equine Medical Institute in Lexington, Kentucky. In 2011, Dr. Daly received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Prior to moving to Maine, she completed an internship at Wilhite and Frees Equine Hospital outside of Kansas City, Missouri. In 2018, Dr. Daly became certified in Veterinary Medical Manipulation and in 2019, Dr. Daly became a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturists with a focus on Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine.
Dr. Daly started Mid Coast Equine in 2013 to allow her to expand her personalized care to more horses and their owne

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Welcome to Season 4 of The Whole Veterinarian Podcast! I hope you are having a wonderful start to the year.  I am excited to get back to releasing episodes on February 3, 2022 after a much needed holiday break.

This season will focus on equine veterinarians for the next couple of months. We face unique challenges in veterinary medicine and I want to highlight some of the voices working to make a difference in our space.

Also, I want to let you know that The Sustainability in Equine Practice Seminar & Retreat is back! After a hugely successful event in 2021, we are excited to gather again in Charlotte, North Carolina on March 24-27th. Please see the website for more info and to register. Come join us!

Please make sure to check out the brand new Whole Veterinarian website. She's so pretty!!! Download some freebies, sign up for the newsletter or just learn more about me there.

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I'll talk to you all soon.

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TRIGGER WARNING- This episode contains references to and information about suicide which may be upsetting to some people. The purpose of the episode is to educate and bring awareness to the stigma around mental illness and provide resources but if you are not in a position to handle this discussion, please skip this episode.

If you are concerned about a friend or colleague, or if you are having thoughts of self-harm or suicide, please call the USA National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-8255), Canada Suicide Prevention Service (1-833-456-4566), or just dial 911.

You may also Text HOME to 741-741 to reach a volunteer Crisis Counselor. The crisis text line is also available via Whatsapp and FB messenger.

Find out more about suicide at SAVE.org
"If you are thinking about suicide, please utilize all resources available to you. Suicide Awareness Voices of Education (SAVE) has a website that is a helpful place to start. Aside from calling a crisis line, removing access to lethal means and talking to a loved one or someone else that you trust, SAVE recommends creating a safety plan. Having a safety plan in place during a time of emotional vulnerability or in crisis is one way to help manage your thoughts and feelings and a quick way to refer yourself to help. Use the link below for a safety plan template. Share your safety plan with your doctor(s), family, friends, or anyone else in your support network. Here is a template you can use."

FREE QPR training

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Today I am again joined by Dr. Marie Holowaychuk to continue our conversation regarding suicide awareness and prevention in veterinary medicine. We cover topics ranging from how to recognize someone who might be at risk of suicide to ways you can educate yourself about how to help someone in the midst of a crisis. We also touch on the correct and safe ways to discuss the matter of suicide with your team and friends.

Bio!
Dr. Marie Holowaychuk is a board-certified small animal emergency and critical care specialist and passionate advocate for veterinary team wellbeing. She lives in Calgary and travels worldwide as a speaker, consultant, and locum. Marie has spent more than 15 years practicing emergency and critical care medicine in academic and private referral hospital settings.  Outside of veterinary practice, Marie facilitates wellness workshops and retreats for veterinary clinics or organizations and offers individual or group wellbeing sessions for veterinary team members.  Recently Marie launched her own podcast Reviving Vet Med and has a YouTube channel that features monthly Wellness Wednesday videos.    When she is not working, Marie enjoys listening to podcasts, reading, hiking,  as well as spending time with her family and friends.

For more information, please visit www.marieholowaychuk.com or follow Marie on Facebook, Twitter (@DrMHolowaychuk),

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Burnout. We know about it. Many of us live it. Is there a solution?
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For this episode, I’ve invited Dr. Ivan “Zak” Zakharenkov to share with us his research on burnout in veterinary institutions-- all collected from his dissertation and experience in 35 different hospitals across Canada. With his extensive background, Dr. Zak aims to crack the code and build a new methodology to address veterinary groups’ acquisition, integration, and improvement; all while keeping employee experience as the top priority. 

Could consolidation really be a solution to some of the issues in vetmed? My opinion has definitely changed after learning about a possible burnout-proof mindset for corporate practice transitions. I am interested to hear what you think!

Episode Highlights:

• Dr. Zak’s personal experience with burnout, inspiring his research
• Why younger veterinarians are more vulnerable to burnout
• Incorporating the 5 Principles of Lean into veterinary medicine
• Veterinary Integration Solution's mission and their plan to tackle burnout
• Advice for veterinarians experiencing burnout and its possible signs

Things we mentioned:

• Webinar “Why are veterinarians unhappy”: https://vetintegrations.com/events/why-are-veterinarians-unhappy/
• Burnout study: https://vetintegrations.com/insights/burnout2020/
• Flow Training
• Traction by Gino Wickman
• 6 Causes of Burnout - HBR article

About Dr. Zak:

Dr. Ivan Zak has earned multiple accreditations in veterinary medicine. After graduating, he worked in 35 veterinary hospitals across Canada, where he was inspired to create Smart Flow, a first-in-the-industry workflow optimization system. Smart Flow was subsequently acquired by Fortune 500 company IDEXX, where Ivan became General Manager of the Software division. After consulting 500+ practices worldwide on workflow optimization, he dove into studying the psychological triggers of burnout and business methodologies that veterinary organizations can apply to eliminate them. Ivan obtained an MBA degree in International Healthcare Management and wrote a dissertation “Implementation of lean thinking to improve the employee experience.” Today Ivan is leading VIS, helping veterinary groups systematize acquisition, integration and improvement of practices while preserving the employee experience.  

Connect with Dr. Zak:

• Website | Veterinary Integration Solutions
• Podcast | Veterinary Innovation
• Podcast | Consolidate That!
• LinkedIn | Dr. Ivan Zak

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Have you ever wondered if you will last in this profession of ours? Burnout, compassion fatigue and general overwhelm are amazingly common problems in veterinary medicine. Leaving the industry is not your only option if you are feeling this way. What you might not realize is how well-prepared you are to adapt and create a life you love within veterinary medicine. It might not be the exact route you always thought you'd take, but there's definitely a path for you. Doctors Melanie Bowden and Kirsten Ronngren want to help you find happiness and success in your veterinary career. They are doing this by creating Advanced Vets Academy, an online course and community which aims to educate and mentor recent graduates about both medical and personal development topics. Their goal is similar to mine: create a more sustainable life while being a veterinarian - whatever that looks like for you!
Check out their amazing online platform - Advanced Vets Academy!
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Dr. Bowden
Melanie is passionate about supporting the veterinary profession and believes that starts on an individual level. Born and raised in Maine, Melanie became a PNW transplant after attending WSU College of Veterinary Medicine but recently moved back to her home state. When not working, she and her dogs Pip and Tuck can be found skiing, climbing mountains, boating or practically anything else outdoors.
-Website
-Instagram
-Ted Talk "What Being A Veterinarian Really Takes"
-Her book "What the F*ck. Is This Vet Med?"

Dr. Ronngren
Kirsten is a born and raised Washington state girl, college football fanatic, traveler, and golden retriever lover with a passion for supporting and guiding our community through the ever changing world of veterinary medicine! Currently she resides in England with the puppies, cat and fiancé.
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Resources We Mentioned:
-Being Mortal by Atul Gawande
-The Power of Vulnerability by Brene Brown
-Everything is Figureoutable by Marie Forleo
-You Are a Badass by Jen Sincero

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