Veterinary Viewfinder Podcast

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Summer Loving and Summer Stressing in Veterinary Practice Jun 13, 2018

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It's summer! Yaaay! Oh, noooo! Along with sunshine, long days, and chillin' by the pool comes unexpected stress in veterinary practice. Host veterinarians Ernie Ward and Cyndie Courtney with registered veterinary technician Beckie Mossor take a beachside/lakeside/online stroll down some of the profession's most treacherous June through September trails. Tourists, drop-in non-client emergencies, the Monday flu, and fighting for time off are tackled in this "for reals" conversation. And Dr. Ward ponders, "Where did all the summer high school and college helpers go?" This is one hot and sticky podcast... AND PLEASE SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE US A REVIEW! We do this because we love our profession and your support means the world to us!! Thank you!

Female Entrepreneurship with Dr Liz Bales, Inventor of Indoor Hunting Feeder System for Cats Jun 06, 2018

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This week, we've got a master class in entrepreneurship with Dr. Liz Bales, inventor of the Indoor Feeder (formerly the NoBowl Feeder) for cats. Dr. Bales joins Drs. Ernie Ward and Cyndie Courtney to discuss how she evolved from equine practice to feline (see what I did there?), how she went from good idea to an actual product, and her best advice for anyone who has a good idea. This is an AMAZING conversation that will benefit any veterinary professional in their job and career. IF YOU ENJOY THIS PODCAST, PLEASE LEAVE US A REVIEW. In order to keep getting fantastic guests, we need to show them some love! Take just a few seconds (seriously) to leave us a 4- or 5-start review on iTunes. THANK YOU!!!

So You Want to Own a Veterinary Practice? Positives and Pitfalls with Dr. Mike Tokiwa May 31, 2018

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Owning a veterinary practice can be a rewarding -- and challenging -- prospect. This week host veterinarians Drs. Ernie Ward and Cyndie Courtney and veterinary technician Beckie Mossor are joined by New Jersey practice owner Dr. Michael Tokiwa to discuss the positives and pitfalls of practice ownership. From equity, to leadership, to vision, to staff training and interactions, this is a wide-ranging conversation that will benefit any veterinary professional, regardless of whether or not ownership is an interest or option. PLEASE GIVE US A REVIEW! Your reviews help us grow and reach other veterinary professionals. Follow us on Facebook (Facebook.com/VeterinaryViewfinder), Instagram.com/VeterinaryViewfinder, and Twitter.com/VetViewfinder.

NAVC President-Elect Dr Cheryl Good May 23, 2018

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This week we're honored to interview the President-Elect of the North American Veterinary Community (NAVC) Dr. Cheryl Good from Dearborn, Michigan. Dr. Good shares the story of how she became a veterinarian, what it was like to have three kids in a five-year span while working full-time and starting her own practice. We discuss the changes she's seen in veterinary medicine during her career, the changes at NAVC and VMX, and what she hopes to accomplish as NAVC President. This is a wide-ranging conversation that touches on so many aspects of real, daily veterinary practice life. PLEASE GIVE US A REVIEW! Your reviews help us grow and reach other veterinary professionals. Follow us on Facebook (www.Facebook.com/VeterinaryViewfinder), www.Instagram.com/VeterinaryViewfinder, and www.Twitter.com/VetViewfinder.

Anti-Declaw Advocate Dr Margie Scherk May 16, 2018

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British Columbia/Vancouver joined a host of other large municipalities May 8, 2018 when it banned feline declawing by veterinarians. This week we're joined by Dr. Margie Scherk, a feline veterinary specialist and one of the true pioneers and champions of the anti-declaw movement. Veterinarian Dr. Ernie Ward and registered veterinary technician Beckie Mossor talk with Dr. Scherk about her story, why she's so passionate about cats, and the debates surrounding feline declawing. You'll want to play this episode again and again! PLEASE GIVE US A REVIEW! Your reviews help us grow and reach other veterinary professionals with topics such as this. Follow us on Facebook (Facebook.com/VeterinaryViewfinder), Instagram.com/VeterinaryViewfinder, and Twitter.com/VetViewfinder.

Online, Social Media & Digital Marketing with InTouchVet's Bill Schroeder May 09, 2018

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Online and digital marketing is essential for any business to succeed in today's marketplace. This week we're joined by a digital marketing expert, InTouchVet's Bill Schroeder. Bill has been helping veterinary clinics succeed for over 20 years and shares his best advice for busy veterinary practices to optimize their social media and online marketing. Host veterinarian Dr. Ernie Ward and Dr. Cyndie Courtney talk with Bill about how he and his wife started helping veterinarians in Chicago, what recent changes at Facebook mean for veterinary professionals, what social media and online platforms he recommends, and the technologies Bill thinks veterinarians should be looking at during the next 1 to 3 years. This is a great lesson in online marketing and strategy for any veterinary professional! PLEASE GIVE US A REVIEW! Your reviews help us grow and reach other veterinary professionals. Follow us on Facebook (Facebook.com/VeterinaryViewfinder), Instagram.com/VeterinaryViewfinder, and Twitter.com/VetViewfinder. Bill's company: www.InTouchVet.com

Pet Dietary Drama: Raw, Grains, Corn & Obesity with Veterinary Nutritionist Dr. Julie Churchill May 02, 2018

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This week host veterinarian Dr. Ernie Ward and veterinary technician Beckie Mossor welcome veterinary nutritionist and University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine professor, Dr. Julie Churchill. The three review the latest Association for Pet Obesity Prevention Survey results, explore the reasons behind some of the survey responses, dispel many nutritional, diet, and exercise myths, and offer pet food advice for every veterinary team member. This is an episode full of pet food facts and fictions, communication tips and tripwires, and a whole lot of fun! Pretty please, give us an iTunes review and subscribe! To keep this podcast going, we need your help and support. Follow us on Facebook (Facebook.com/VeterinaryViewfinder), Instagram.com/VeterinaryViewfinder, and Twitter.com/VetViewfinder. Please share our links!

Animal Hoarding with Dr. Jill Kirk - What Veterinary Professionals Need to Know and Do Apr 25, 2018

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There are approximately 900-2,000 cases of animal hoarding in the U.S. each year, affecting over 250,000 animals. Dr. Jill Kirk is on the front lines of the war against animal abuse, neglect, and hoarding. Host Dr. Ernie Ward along with Dr. Cyndie Courtney and Beckie Mossor, RVT, talk with Dr. Kirk about animal hoarding, how to recognize the common signs of abuse and neglect, and steps any veterinary professional can take. This is an important conversation for any veterinary team member and animal advocate. Please give us an iTunes review and subscribe. To keep this podcast going, we need your help and support. Follow us on Facebook (Facebook.com/VeterinaryViewfinder), Instagram.com/VeterinaryViewfinder, and Twitter.com/VetViewfinder. Please share our links!

Veterinary Technology, Telemedicine & App Pioneer Dr. Philippe Moreau Apr 18, 2018

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This week we meet an OG veterinary entrepreneur and innovator, Dr. Philippe Moreau from France. Dr. Moreau is double-boarded in Neurology and Internal Medicine, published author and award-winning speaker, serial entrepreneur, and has pioneered much of the technology, telemedicine, and apps that claim to be “new” today. Veterinarians Ernie Ward and Cyndie Courtney discuss Philippe’s story, his vision for telemedicine, and this latest innovation, My Buddy Pet App, an incredibly rich client education, appointment scheduler, and telemedicine app. This conversation covers Philippe’s 40-year career, and gives incredible insight into the mind of a true innovator and entrepreneur. Links discussed in podcast: www.mybuddypetapp.com www.visiocaresuite.com Videos and additional support materials: - VisioCare Suite (TV + Consult + Home) https://www.dropbox.com/s/bacogynqortn63k/Visiocare%20Suite_US%2001-09-2016sharp.mp4?dl=0 - My Buddy Pet App for vets & staff https://www.dropbox.com/s/pqq8kdn4pfm93dn/Animation%20Pub%20myBuddy_EN.mp4?dl=0 - My Buddy Pet App for pet owners https://www.dropbox.com/s/ltntsnc9w1qgagu/Animation%20Pub%20myBuddy_EN.mp4?dl=0 PLEASE GIVE US A REVIEW! Your reviews help us grow and reach other veterinary professionals. Follow us on Facebook (Facebook.com/VeterinaryViewfinder), Instagram.com/VeterinaryViewfinder, and Twitter.com/VetViewfinder.

Tripawds.com - Helping 3-Legged Pets - Jim Nelson and René Agredano Apr 11, 2018

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Cancer. Amputation. Two words that strike fear in many pet owners' hearts. This week we're joined by the founders of Tripawds.com, a website community dedicated to helping pet owners facing limb amputation and other ambulatory challenges in dogs and cats. Host veterinarians Ernie Ward and Cyndie Courtney, along with registered veterinary technician Beckie Mossor, talk with Jim Nelson and René Agredano about why they started Tripawds.com, how they made it a sustainable business, and future trends in pet care, especially pet cancer treatments. They discuss the rising cost of cancer care, the importance of pet health insurance, and potential pet owner guilt when it comes to confronting cancer. You don't want to miss their inspiring story! HELP US MAKE THE PODCAST BETTER! Please leave us a review on your favorite podcast site, ESPECIALLY iTUNES. We love making this podcast, but we need your reviews to help us grow and improve. You can follow us on FACEBOOK, TWITTER AND INSTAGRAM. join the conversation and share your thoughts about these topics and what you’d like to hear us tackle on Facebook/VeterinaryViewfinder, Twitter @VetViewfinder and Veterinary Viewfinder on the Insta. C’mon, we’re not asking for much!

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