This VETChat episode is part of our series on supporting and empowering women in veterinary, hosted by Kathryn Bell. Joining Kathryn today is Marlou Cornelissen, Founder of Period Reality. In this episode, Kathryn and Marlou discuss the menstrual cycle. Marlou shares an overview of the four phases of the menstrual cycle, what inspired her to found Period Reality, and the importance of cycle tracking. Kathryn asks what initiatives or projects Period Reality are currently working on and what...

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Duffy Jones, Veterinarian and Co-Founder of dvmSuccess Vet Group. In this episode, Anthony and Duffy discuss the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in veterinary practice. They cover how AI can improve efficiency and quality of life for veterinarians, the challenges in veterinary care, and the importance of continuing professional development. Duffy shares examples of AI tools developed by DVM Success, such as recording...

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Jackie Brearley, a retired Veterinary Surgeon. In this episode, Anthony and Jackie discuss anaesthesia and sustainability. They discuss Jackie's career in anaesthesia, the challenges of equine anaesthesia, and the importance of clinical skills training. They also touch on the environmental impact of anaesthesia and the use of fermentation in food preservation. Jackie shares her experiences with making award-winning...

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Gunila Pedersen, Veterinary Surgeon and Life Coach. In this episode, Anthony and Gunila discuss Gunilas journey from veterinary school to burnout and how she discovered the power of coaching to overcome her challenges. They discuss the importance of awareness, acceptance, and gratitude in managing stress and preventing burnout. Gunila explains the cognitive behavioural therapy approach she uses in her coaching practice and...

This VETChat episode is part of our series on supporting and empowering women in veterinary, hosted by Kathryn Bell. Joining Kathryn today is Bronwyn Orr, an Australian veterinarian passionate about animal welfare, veterinary workforce matters and advocacy. In this episode, Kathryn and Bronwyn discuss how the role of veterinary teams has evolved over the years, the importance of delegation and trust within teams, and the key characteristics of successful veterinary teams. They discuss the...

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet are Zofia Gilmer & Macarena Sanchez Martel, Veterinary Surgeons with an interest in Feline Medicine. In this episode, Anthony asks Zofia and Macarena about their experiences in the veterinary profession and their specialisation in feline medicine. They discuss their challenges in their early careers and the importance of continuing professional development. After attending ISFM in July 2023, they discuss the key takeaways...

This VETChat episode is part of our series on supporting and empowering women in veterinary, hosted by Kathryn Bell. Joining Kathryn today is Marissa Robson, a Race Equalities Advocate, Speaker, and co-founder and trustee of the British Veterinary Ethnicity & Diversity Society (BVEDS). In this episode, Kathryn and Issa discuss the critical aspect of courageous conversations within the veterinary field. Issa shares what inspired her to delve into the realm of courageous conversations...

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Giana Gomes, Veterinarian and a certified compassion fatigue professional. In this episode, Anthony and Giana discuss Giana's background in aquaculture and research, the role of aquaculture in sustainability and the development of environmental tools for disease outbreak prediction in fish. Giana also shares her journey of transitioning from aquaculture to mental health support for veterinarians. The conversation explores...

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Louise Toal, Owner and Founder of Furr Boost. Furr Boost is a hydration drink for dogs. In this episode, Anthony and Louise discuss the development and benefits of her hydration drink for dogs. With a background in food technology and a love for her own dog, Louise created Furr Boost to address her dog's health issues. Louise shares how the drink contains whole muscle meat, fruits, vegetables, and nutraceuticals to provide...

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Filipa Bernardino, CEO of VetExpertise. In this episode, Anthony and Filipa discuss VetExpertise and telemedicine. Filipa shares her career to date, they discuss the importance of technology in veterinary medicine and how digital tools, such as VetExpertise, can lighten the workload for veterinarians. Filipa shares the positive impact that teleconsultation/telemedicine has on the veterinary profession's mental health and...

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Sieske Valk, Founder of Autumn Animals. Autumn Animals provides hospice support & gentle home euthanasia for pets. In this episode, Anthony and Sieske discuss the importance of end-of-life care and the human-animal bond. Sieske emphasises the need for quality-of-life assessments and early conversations about a pet's well-being. She also shares her journey from veterinary nursing to becoming a doula for pets and the...

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Stacey Parker, Referral Veterinary Anaesthesia & Dental Nurse. In this episode, Anthony and Stacey discuss the importance of veterinary dentistry, challenges and tips for anesthetising older patients, the role of veterinary nurses in dental procedures, and the launch of Burty's Boutique, Stacey's new business. They also touch on the topic of sustainability in veterinary dentistry and the value of practical and useful...

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Ivan Crotaz, R&D specialist for Bonovate. In this episode, Anthony and Ivan discuss Ivan's career journey and his passion for problem-solving. Ivan shares his experience in developing ergonomic dental instruments and the importance of thinness in dental instruments. They also talk about the significance of training and technique in dental instrument use, as well as anaesthesia and pain management in dentistry. The...

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Norman Johnston, Founder DentalVets Ltd. In this episode, Anthony and Norman discuss the importance of dental care in veterinary practice and the challenges faced in promoting its significance. They highlight the immediate relief and long-term benefits of dental procedures for patients, discuss the evolution of dental tools and techniques, the controversy of leaving roots in teeth, and the advancements in dental radiology....

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Virginie Goffaux, Founder and CEO at AnimEd Solutions. In this episode, Anthony and Virginie discuss chronic illness. Virginie shares her background in veterinary medicine and her work in pet owner education. She tells us about her experience with chronic illness and her journey to finding a diagnosis and treatment. They discuss the increase in chronic illness and the challenges of diagnosing tick-borne diseases, and...

This VETChat episode is part of our series on supporting and empowering women in veterinary, hosted by Kathryn Bell. Joining Kathryn today is Emily Singler, Author of 'Pregnancy and Postpartum Considerations for the Veterinary Team'. In this episode, Kathryn and Emily discuss navigating pregnancy and parenthood while working in Veterinary Medicine. Emily shares her personal experience, offers advice on when to tell an employer you're pregnant, and shares some common misconceptions or...

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Ron Ofri, Professor of Veterinary Ophthalmology at The Hebrew University of Jerusalem. In this episode, Anthony and Ron discuss ophthalmology in veterinary medicine. They discuss whether practices should be doing routine tonometry and ophthalmoscopy, the management of chronic glaucoma and cases that may need enucleation, coping with blindness in dogs and cats, and the connection between glaucoma and uveitis. They also touch...

oining Anthony for this episode of our sustainability series on VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Arielle Griffiths, Founder of Just be Kind Dog Food. In this episode, Anthony and Arielle discuss the benefits of plant-based diets for dogs. Arielle shares her background as a vet in South Africa and Zimbabwe before moving to the UK. She then delves into her transition to plant-based diets and the research supporting their health benefits for dogs. They discuss how problems such as dermatology...

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Alan Robinson, Director at Vet Dynamics UK Ltd In this episode, Anthony and Alan discuss Alan's background, his transition to business consultancy, and his work with Fort Dodge. They also talk about the importance of building a veterinary community, collaboration, and the significance of awards. They cover the Vet Trust Awards' importance and where to watch them this year. Alan shares his insights on sustainability in...

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Ben Sweeney, Founder of VidiVet. VidiVet is a telehealth service offering app-based triage advice from vets to provide a 24/7 digital team extension to your practice without adding a burden to the team. In this episode, Anthony and Ben discuss topics around veterinary health plans. They talk about the evolution of VidiVet and its role in the digital transformation of veterinary practice, the importance of operational...

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Henry Lamb, BVA's Young Vet Of The Year 2023 and poultry veterinarian. In this episode, Anthony and Henry discuss the poultry industry and Henry's interest in poultry and population medicine. Henry gives us an update on what is happening with bird flu and the newer highly pathogenic version that has come about over the last couple of years, discussing its impact not only on the bird population but the mental health impacts...

Joining Anthony for this episode of our sustainability series on VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Maite Pardo Barragán, Small Animal Veterinary Surgeon, Climate Activist and Greenpeace Speaker. In this episode, they discuss Maite's career path, how she finds working as an ambulatory vet, and her involvement with Greenpeace. Maite shares the changes she has made in her personal life to be more sustainable, such as buying second-hand clothes and reducing her carbon footprint. They also discuss...

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Lauren Tracht, a Veterinarian specialising in Marketing, Sales and Branding. In this episode, Anthony and Lauren discuss alternative proteins. They consider the advantages and limitations of plant-based diets for pets, including the potential benefits for animals with allergies and obesity. They also explore the possibility of feeding vegetarian and vegan diets to cats, considering the need for proper supplementation. The...

Joining Anthony for this episode of VETchat by The Webinar Vet is Garth Jordan, CEO of the American Animal Hospital Association (AHAA). In this episode, Anthony and Garth discuss attrition in the veterinary profession. Garth shares AHAA's mission to simplify the journey toward excellence for veterinary practices and explains how the organization addressed attrition within its own ranks. They discuss the upcoming AHAA white paper publication, which will cover points such as attrition in...