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Sue Ettinger, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology), brings over two decades of veterinary oncology experience to her role as a trusted authority in the field. As the head of the oncology service at Guardian Veterinary Specialists in Brewster, New York, she is one of only 450 board-certified specialists in medical oncology in North America. Ettinger's expertise is rooted in her residency at the Animal Medical Center in New York City.
In addition to her clinical work, Dr Sue, also known as Dr Sue Cancer Vet®, is recognized for her educational contributions and was awarded the 2019 Western Veterinary Conference Small Animal Continuing Educator of the Year. She is a sought-after international speaker, a book author, and a valuable resource for pet owners and veterinary professionals. Her "See Something, Do Something, Why Wait? Aspirate.®" campaign is dedicated to raising cancer awareness and promoting early detection.
As a prominent online figure, Dr Sue actively engages with a dedicated audience of 50,000 followers on Instagram, 47,000 on Facebook, and 25,000 on YouTube, sharing essential resources and support for both pet owners and veterinary professionals.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, she finds joy in her role as a proud mother to 2 teenage boys and shares her home with her fun-loving yellow Labrador, Penelope. In her leisure time, she is passionate about running, traveling, and enjoying tropical beach destinations. -
Carl Palazzolo, DVM, graduated from veterinary school at Michigan State University in 1978. He practiced in Michigan for 2 years prior to moving to California in 1980. Palazzolo then worked at the Sun Surf Animal Hospital in Sunset Beach, California from 1980-1985 and then relief work from 1985-1989. He received his MBA in 1985 from Pepperdine and in 1989, purchased the Long Beach Animal Hospital. He sold that practice at the end of 2018.
Palazzolo has been in private practice for 46 years and taught conservation medicine and wildlife digital photography since the first trip to Africa in 1986. He is also an author of PULSE digital photography articles since 2015 -
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Michael Shirley is Chief Empowerment Officer of Family Pet Health in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. He believes that the key to success is to hire great people, equip them with the tools they need, and then work alongside them to accomplish great things. Before opening Family Pet Health with his wife, Amy Shirley, DVM, Michael enjoyed a 16-year career in education as a 4-H agent, then as a high school agriculture teacher and FFA advisor.
He uses his experience developing students to now train and empower his veterinary team. He also enjoys educating pet parents through social media channels, as well as his podcast, The Family Pet Podcast. In January of 2020, Michael created the Veterinary Leadership Book Club which can be found on Facebook and has more than 3,000 veterinary professionals as members. -
Sheena Davis, LVT, VTS (Dentistry),VCC is a graduate of the Vet Tech Institute of Pittsburgh, earning her AS degree in specialized technology. Upon completion of her externship at the Animal Medical Center 2004 she sat for the VTNE in 2005 and passed.
She is a New York-based veterinary technician that has over 18 years of experience in the field of small animal medicine. She earned her veterinary technician specialization in dentistry and certification in cannabis counseling in 2020. Davis enjoys lecturing at conferences, is a published peer-reviewed author, a host for the veterinary podcast “Catnip and Chill,” a board member for The Veterinary Cannabis Society, and is the owner of Big Apple LVT Consulting and Education. -
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Erin Maegerle is currently in her second year at Rowan University, enrolled in the inaugural class of the Schriber School of Veterinary Medicine’s 3+4 BSDVM program. A 2023 magna cum laude graduate from Egg Harbor Township High School, she has been working in various roles in small animal practices in South Jersey since she was 16. Maegerle is also involved in a research lab at Rowan, studying the behavior of wildlife species in South Jersey. Growing up at the Jersey Shore, she developed a lifelong fascination with horseshoe crabs and is eager to learn more about their ecology and conservation. A passionate and accomplished musical theatre enthusiast, she recently starred as Philia in "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum" with Fool Moon Theatre Company in Margate, NJ. Maegerle also has a Shih Tzu named Phineas, a cat named Herman, and a variety of reptiles and is looking forward to a long and exciting career in veterinary medicine. -
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Greg Bishop, DVM, is here to draw some humor into veterinary medicine. A practicing veterinarian with a knack for storytelling, Bishop is also an author, speaker, cartoonist, and the illustrator of more than half a dozen beloved children's books.
Known for his playful, yet well-researched approach, Bishop's recipe involves education and entertainment in equal proportions. He spices it up on his weekly blog, SasquatchPaw.com, with humorous and insightful takes on animal science, medical culture, and the absurd corners of modernity.
A polished and versatile writer, he's also the official cartoonist for Veterinary Practice News, and submits cartoons monthly to The New Yorker. He's a restless creative, and an award-winning speaker and scientific writer. Bishop is here to entertain all audiences, great and small. -
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Ashley Randall, DVM, brings her passion for animal care and advocacy for underserved communities together as the founder and CEO of Muse Veterinary Group. After earning her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Tuskegee University in 2009, Randall quickly became a rising talent treating pets at The Village Vets of Decatur. Her skills in surgery, dentistry, and emergency medicine speak for themselves.
Yet her vision stretched beyond building an individual practice. Randall dreamed of creating opportunities for the next generation of vets, especially vets of color, to carry on the legacy of care in their neighborhoods. In 2015, she took a bold step - purchasing and renovating a defunct clinic to establish the West End Animal Wellness Center. Serving over 6,000 clients, the Wellness Center became a pillar in a vibrant local community.
Now Randall is taking her advocacy work further with Muse Veterinary Group. By acquiring respected black-owned clinics, she preserves their legacies while empowering new vets to learn from the best.
Her own journey lights the way, from Tuskegee graduate to practice owner to an entrepreneur building bridges between communities. At Muse, she's creating space for women of color to excel in a field where representation matters.
Meet the vet rewriting the script and honoring the past while cultivating the talents of the future. Her drive to open doors for others is what makes Randall a leader worth watching and supporting. We're proud to have her vision guiding the way at Muse Veterinary Group. -
Joya Griffin, DVM, DACVD, is an Ohio native and graduated from Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2006. While attending Cornell, she earned numerous awards, including the Dermatology Service Award for her aptitude in clinical dermatology and her research on Malassezia otitis externa. After graduation, she completed an internship at the VCA Berwyn and Aurora animal hospitals in the Chicago area, where she was awarded the Intern Abstract Award for her presentation on methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus. Griffin returned to Cornell in 2007 for a residency in dermatology and, after completing her residency training program, served 1 year as an instructor of dermatology, teaching fourth-year clinical students and lecturing to underclassmen on bacterial, fungal, and immune-mediated skin diseases. Griffin became a diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Dermatology in August 2010 and joined the Animal Dermatology Group. She has a special interest in fungal and immune-mediated skin diseases, as well as feline and equine dermatology. She enjoys lecturing to fellow veterinarians, mentoring residents, and teaching the veterinary students who extern with her. Griffin also stars in the Nat Geo WILD television series Pop Goes the Vet With Dr Joya, which highlights the challenging and mysterious cases she encounters in veterinary dermatology. Griffin always strives to care for her patients as if they are her own pets and loves building a long-lasting relationship with their pet parents. Outside of work, Griffin enjoys spending time with her family and pets. She is married to Forrest Cummings, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), a veterinary internal medicine specialist, and they have 3 children: Caden and boy/girl twins Coby and Carter. They have a kitten named Donut and 2 dogs, Guri and Magic. Griffin loves traveling, eating the delicious meals her hubby cooks for her, and working out.
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Greg Echols, DVM, is a small animal relief veterinarian providing service to pets in the Charlotte, North Carolina area. Competitive bodybuilding and powerlifting are 2 of his favorite things to pursue outside of veterinary medicine.
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Program Description:
This podcast covers the rising trends and common causes of Veterinary Professional Liability (Malpractice) and Veterinary Board Complaints. We will also discuss what veterinarians can do to help avoid claims and how to protect themselves if they are faced with a Malpractice claim or License Complaint.
Learning Objectives:
Learn about the most common causes of veterinary malpractice and Board complaints and what can be done to help avoid claims.Recognize that good medical record keeping and documentation is the most important defense if you are faced with a claim. -
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Annika VanNoy, PhD, is an accomplished leader in the veterinary field, currently serving as the senior director of talent and learning at Thrive Pet Healthcare. With a solid academic background culminating in a PhD from The University of Texas at Austin, VanNoy has dedicated her career to advancing the veterinary industry by enhancing practice management and optimizing team development. Her work focuses on creating and implementing talent strategies that empower veterinary professionals, ensuring they have the resources and support needed to excel in their roles. In addition to talent strategies, VanNoy oversees Thrive's wellbeing strategy. VanNoy's expertise and innovative approach to talent management have been instrumental in driving the growth and success of Thrive Pet Healthcare, making her a key figure in the company's mission to revolutionize veterinary care. -
Christopher G. Byers, DVM, DACVECC, DACVIM (SAIM), CVJ, is a practicing board-certified veterinary emergency & critical care and small animal internal medicine specialist, as well as a certified veterinary journalist, based in Omaha, Nebraska. He received his Bachelor of Science degree as a University Honors Scholar in Animal Sciences from Colorado State University and his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine from Cornell University. He is the Co-Editor of the textbooks, Feline Emergency & Critical Care Medicine and Canine Emergency & Critical Care Medicine. He has also published chapters and articles in numerous textbooks and peer-reviewed medical journals.
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Andrew Ciccolini, DVM, MSOL, is currently the Medical Director for the National Mill Dog Rescue located in Colorado. A graduate from The Ohio State University's College of Veterinary Medicine in 2011 he also has a Masters in Organizational Leadership. He spent 9 years on active duty with the Army Veterinary Corps and continues to serve in the National Guard. He also partnered with Galaxy Vets in 2022 to launch a telehealth initiative to help pets suffering from the war in Ukraine. Active on social media as the @Okay_Vet, he has 3 dogs (all mutts!) and enjoys playing rugby, snowboarding, and hiking.
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Heather E. Lewis, AIA, AAA, NCARB, is a principal of Animal Arts Design Studios. In her 24 years with the firm, Heather has been instrumental in the programming and design of numerous projects ranging in size from 1,400 to 110,000 square feet across the nation and beyond. Heather has worked with hundreds of veterinary hospitals and animal sheltering organizations helping them to create environments that support staff efficiency, promote healing, reduce stress, and improve outcomes for the animals they care for. She assisted in writing the Fear Free® facility standards for veterinary hospitals. Heather has spoken at dozens of conferences and written numerous articles on animal care design topics. -
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Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, is the chief veterinary officer for dvm360®—an MJH Life Sciences Company™—who oversees content strategy and development and is the brand voice and personality for dvm360®’s multimedia channels. As a charismatic leader, he brings wit, humor, and authenticity to animal health care as the host of dvm360 Live!™ a new web-based talk show, The Vet Blast Podcast, continuing education webinars, and live media broadcasts.
Christman has also been in private practice and shelter medicine for 18 years and is currently a member and Treasurer of the New Jersey Veterinary Medical Association. He received his DVM degree from Iowa State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine and his MBA from Aspen University.
Christman is a national thought leader, speaker and author on practice management, social media, and rehabilitation, and co-authored, Honey, Have You Squeezed the Dachshund? A Pet Owner’s Guide for Owners Who Are Terrified of IVDD—a book on dogs with disabilities. He has been featured in multiple publications and appeared on various multimedia shows throughout the country sharing his expertise and passion on all things veterinary medicine.
As an avid social media influencer for animal health care, he has over 800K followers on TikTok and 53K followers on Instagram. He loves to engage with fellow pet parents and veterinary professionals across social media. Christman is an advocate of Pride VMC and Pawsibilities. He is also the proud dog dad to 4 dachshunds and believes no one should be deprived of the incredible human-animal bond. -
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David L. Dycus, DVM, MS, CCRP, DACVS(Small Animal), attended Mississippi State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine for his veterinary degree, Auburn University for a small animal rotating internship, and Mississippi State for a combined surgical residency and Masters degree.
Dycus is frequently asked to lecture locally, nationally, and internationally. He has given over 250 continuing education lectures and taught over 150 laboratories. He has published numerous research articles and authored or co-authored several book chapters. He is the co-editor of the textbook: Complications in Canine Cranial Cruciate Ligament Surgery. In 2023 Dycus received the Veterinary Hero’s Award in surgery by DVM360 and was named by DVM360.com as one of the 10 veterinarians to watch in 2018. Dycus is a frequent contributor for updates in orthopedics to several veterinary websites and magazines. Dycus has also been featured on Sirius XMs Doctor Radio’s segment on Pet Health and Orthopedics. His passion for teaching has allowed Dycus to become a laboratory instructor for the CBLO, TPLO, extra-capsular stabilization, medial patella luxation, angular limb deformity, and fracture repair. He is on faculty for AO (Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Osteosynthesefragen), and he is an orthopedic consultant for VIN (Veterinary Information Network).
Along with being a scientific reviewer for multiple journals, he serves on the editorial review board and is the associate editor (orthopedics) for Veterinary Surgery, the official publication of the American and European Colleges of Veterinary Surgeons. He has previously held an appointment on the research committee for the American College of Veterinary Surgeons. Currently Dycus is on the Board of Trustees for the American College of Veterinary Surgeons, is a council member for the Association for Veterinary Orthopedic Research and Education (AVORE) and is on the education committee for AO North America.
Dycus became a certified canine rehabilitation practitioner through the University of Tennessee in 2015. He is the founder and surgeon at Fusion Veterinary Orthopedics where he has a focus on total joint replacement, complex and minimally invasive fracture repair as well as angular limb deformity correction, 3D implant printing, and arthroscopy. In addition, he is the founder of Ortho Vet Consulting, an educational consulting and orthopedic coaching service. -
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Editors note: Within this episode, there is an instance of explicit language.
Baran Schultz is a graduate of Valley Forge Military Academy and graduated from St. Joseph's University with a bachelor’s degree in Finance. In 2000, Schultz started his own IT business wanting to make a difference in the way people understand and shop all the aspects of the IT world; 24 years later he has a successful nationwide company that is considered a one-stop provider for all IT needs. This includes IT
managed services, IT help desk support, data backups, VoIP phone systems, telephone integration software, security cameras, access control, voice and data cabling, fire and security systems, and low voltage design. Schultz Technology works with a variety of companies, large and small, and specializes in veterinary practices. -
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David Hall was named a “Top 100 Marketing and Advertising Influencer” by MARsum, invited by Forbes to join their prestigious Agency Council, has been Director of SEO for four award-winning marketing and advertising agencies, founded theSEOeffect.com, and Co-Founded GeniusVets. David is known for delivering incredible results for clients ranging from local and regional businesses to global Fortune brands.
As the author of eight books on modern marketing, David often speaks at events and leads workshops, providing key insights and actionable steps to strengthen and grow your business. -
Mita Malhotra is the President of Chewy Health, where she is passionate about pet health and driving long-term growth for Chewy via product innovation, technology and a laser focus on customer and veterinarian experience. Malhotra joined Chewy in 2018 to build Chewy Pharmacy, which is now America’s #1 pet pharmacy. The brand has since experienced transformative growth by delivering innovative solutions that empower pet parents and veterinary partners to better care for pets in real-time, regardless of their location or proximity to resources.
Benjamin Carter, DVM, Chief Medical Officer, Chewy Vet Care, is a seasoned veterinarian who has spent the last decade focused on transforming the pet healthcare industry for the better. At Chewy Vet Care, he leads the team devoted to delivering personalized, patient-centered medicine with the latest technology, for the benefit of pets, pet parents and practitioners at Chewy Vet Care locations across the U.S.
To learn more about careers at Chewy, check out the Chewy website.: https://careers.chewy.com/us/en/vetcareers -
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Program Description:
Canine osteoarthritis is a complex disease that impacts quality of life for many of our canine patients. Part 2 of this podcast series will highlight why effective management requires development of a baseline treatment plan that is customized to the individual patient and includes a plan for managing flare-ups. A systematic, evidence-based approach will be presented that can be implemented in general practice.
Learning Objectives:
Recognize the importance of a customized treatment plan; that one-size does not fit all for canine osteoarthritisAppreciate the ebb and flow of osteoarthritis with periods of calmness followed by periods of flare-upsAppreciate the multimodal management of osteoarthritis - Visa fler
