Veterinary Vitals
Veterinary Vitals is a show produced by the Texas Veterinary Medical Association that examines the veterinary industry, explores the experiences of veterinary professionals and offers advice for navigating the evolving profession.
Episodes
98 episodes
Protecting Human & Animal Health at TAHC with Dr. Andy Schwartz
In this episode, we hear from Dr. Andy Schwartz of the Texas Animal Commission, who at the time of this conversation was just retiring as State Veterinarian and Executive Director. Dr. Schwartz stopped by the Veterinary Vitals booth at TVMA Ann...
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Season 5
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Episode 14
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25:44
The Stories We Tell Ourselves with Drs. Jodi Long and Rena Carlson
Today on the podcast, we hear from two power-houses: TVMA Past President Dr. Jodi Long and AVMA President Dr. Rena Carlson about their paths to leadership in the profession.
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Season 5
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Episode 13
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37:00
Leading The Veterinary Profession in Texas with The Power of 10 Class
Today on the podcast, the 2023-24 Power of 10 Leadership Class participants share their journeys in veterinary medicine and why they sought to further develop their leadership skills! You can learn more about The Power of 10 Leadership Class an...
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Season 5
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Episode 12
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30:45
The Distinguished Career of Dr. Bill Liska
In this episode, we hear from Dr. Bill Liska, TVMA’s 2024 Distinguished Career Achievement Award Winner at TVMA Annual Conference & Expo in Irving. Dr. Liska received his DVM from Iowa State University in 1973. He completed an internship an...
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Season 5
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Episode 11
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39:14
Legislative Updates & a Changing of the Guard
In this episode, we hear a few important legislative updates, as well as the final word from our president Dr. Jodi Long as she prepares to end her term.
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Season 5
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Episode 10
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15:36
Crafting a Culture of Inclusion in Your Practice with Drs. Adria Flowers & Cherese Sullivan
Drs. Cherese Sullivan and Adria Flowers are two veterinarians and practice owners in Houston, Texas. Dr. Cherese Sullivan graduated from Cornell University with her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine and has worked in general practice, ...
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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31:26
Creating a Wellness Space For LVTs with Sherri Jerzyk
Sherri Jerzyk, a veterinary technician in the TAMU Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital’s Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation Service, developed "The Grotto" as part of her veterinary social work certificate program. Her experiences in veterin...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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37:06
The Joys of Veterinary Medicine - Holiday Special
To wrap up the year, we hear from veterinarians and veterinary professionals about how they find joy in the tough times. We also take a look across Texas to revel in the accomplishments of our peers. Happy holidays!
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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24:47
TBVME Progress Under TDLR with Brittany Sharkey
During the legislative session this spring, lawmakers voted to attach the TBVME to another state agency, the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation for the next four years. Here’s our conversation on the agency’s progress since our last u...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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21:15
Giving Back to the Profession with Drs. Chad Harris and Tracy McAdoo
In this episode of veterinary vitals, we spoke with Drs. Chad Harris and Tracy McAdoo at Southwest Veterinary Symposium in September about the Texas Veterinary Medical Foundation. Dr. Harris, the TVMF Board of Trus...
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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30:17
Empowering Practice Managers with Susan Driever, CVPM
Practice Manager Recognition Week is November 12-18, 2023! This week was created to bring attention to the often-unsung heroes who empower veterinary medical providers to devote their focus to patient treatment and outcomes. Have you thought ab...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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19:50
Emergency Preparedness & Response with Dr. Debra Zoran
Today on Veterinary Vitals, we speak with Dr. Debra Zoran, Professor for the Small Animal Clinical Sciences department at Texas A&M University School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences and Interim Director of the Veterinary Em...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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38:01
Veterinary Specialty Consulting with Dr. Kenneth Pierce
Dr. Pierce is a graduate of Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine. He completed a rotating internship in small animal medicine and surgery at The University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine. He was an ophthalmology...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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27:32
The Impacts of Illicit Xylazine with Dr. Lori Teller
Welcome to the season 5 premiere of Veterinary Vitals! This season begins with a timely update from Dr. Lori Teller, AVMA past-president and TVMA past-president, on illicit xylazine. AVMA helped develop, introduce, and build support for the bip...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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18:27
State of the Association with Troy Alexander
With more than a year at TVMA, Executive Director Troy Alexander reports on the State of the Association. From developments with the Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners to the opening of a new veterinary school at Texas Tech University,...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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25:45
Social Media for Veterinary Practice with Dr. Tannetje' Crocker
Dr. Crocker is a speaker and social media personality. She works as an ER veterinarian for veterinary emergency group in Dallas and owns Alta Vista Animal Hospital. She supports fellow veterinary professionals and educates the pet-owning public...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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16:04
Reducing Fear and Stress in Perioperative Care with Dr. Ralph Harvey
Enjoy this sneak peak of Dr. Ralph Harvey's CE session from TVMA Annual Conference. Dr. Harvey currently works as a consultant in practice and industry promoting best medicine, including Fear Free practices, and new advances in patient care, wi...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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35:02
Using AI in Veterinary Medicine with Tabitha Baibos and Tomas Reyes
In today’s episode, we speak with Tabitha Baibos and Tomas Reyes about their award-winning veterinary AI tool, RadAnalyzer. Tabitha is a 4th-year veterinary student at Texas A&M University and Tomas graduated from Texas A&M University i...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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15:00
Veterinary Careers in the Regulatory Sector with Dr. Will McCauley
As the Director of Corporate Relations for Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine, TAMU Health, and the School of Engineering Medicine, Dr. Will McCauley serves as a dedicated conduit for companies seeking to partner with Texas A&M Uni...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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26:00
Improving Medical Quality with Dr. Richard Stone
Dr. Richard Stone, Vice President of Medicine at Blue Pearl Pet Hospital, discusses improving medical quality in veterinary medicine. Dr. Stone received his DVM from Texas A&M University in 2004, and completed a Veterinary Internal Medicine...
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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25:35
Educating Through Comedy with Walter "Skinni Go Live" Brown, RVTg
Walter Brown, RVTg is an Emergency and Critical Care specialty veterinary technologist, social media public figure, influencer, comedian and founder of SKINNI GO LIVE LLC....
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Season 4
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Episode 7
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23:49
Finding Your Tribe at TVMA Annual Conference with Dr. Jodi Long
Dr. Jodi Long graduated from Texas A&M University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2001 and started her career in Houston in 2003. She now serves as the General Practice Mentor Veterinarian for National Veterinary Associates. As someone who...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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11:31
Can the State Turn the Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners Around?
In this episode, we hear a preview of the February issue of Texas Veterinarian magazine. Can the State Turn the Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners Around? by Steve Levine reveals historical challenges at the TBVME and...
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Season 4
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Episode 6
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22:38
Leading the Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners with Brittany Sharkey
New executive director of TBVME, Brittany Sharkey, JD, discusses steps the agency is taking to better service Texas veterinarians and the industry.
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Season 4
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Episode 5
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23:11
Advocating For Senior Pets with Dr. Heidi Lobprise
Dr. Heidi Lobprise graduated from Texas A & M University in 1983 and became a board certified veterinary dentist in 1993. In 2003, she joined the Veterinary Specialty Team of Pfizer Animal Health, and in 2010, she became the Senior Technica...
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Season 4
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Episode 4
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15:58