Veterinary Vitals
Texas Veterinary Medical Association
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.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Veterinary Vitals episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Veterinary Vitals for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Veterinary Vitals episode by adding your comments to the episode page.
Wrapping up 2020
Veterinary Vitals
12/22/20 • 2 min
We're taking a little break during the holiday season, and our next episode will drop January 7. But before 2020 comes to a close, we wanted to thank you—our listeners. We couldn’t have done it without you. We're always open to ideas, so if you’d like to hear about a certain topic or from one of your favorite veterinarians or LVTs, email Dena at [email protected].
We wish you, your family, friends, and pets a safe and happy holiday season. We'll see you in 2021!
Improving Medical Quality with Dr. Richard Stone
Veterinary Vitals
03/28/23 • 25 min
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 Residency Program at The University of Georgia in 2011. Dr. Stone ensures regional and local medical leaders across the country can deliver on the BluePearl promise of remarkable care. He is also the recipient of the 2023 TVMA Medical Specialty Practitioner of the Year Award.
Helping Pets and People In Times of Crisis with Dr. Katie Luke
Veterinary Vitals
02/18/21 • 51 min
“It’s more than just providing this little stuffed animal for a survivor. It’s about keeping their family intact and letting them know that they got out and everybody is safe.”
Dr. Katie Luke is the Chief Operations Officer at the Austin Humane Society (AHS), the “largest no-kill, non-profit pet and adoption center in Austin, Texas.” Their mission is to “offer comprehensive, humane, life-saving animal services, transforming the lives of animals and those who love them.” In this episode, Dr. Luke delves into all of these inspirational programs offered by AHS, her role in facilitating the programs, and the impact they have on survivors of domestic violence and others in crisis. AHS truly helps keep people and their pets together during and following unimaginable circumstances.
To learn more about the Austin Humane Society, please visit http://www.austinhumanesociety.org/ If you have any questions about their pet food pantry, please email [email protected] or call their events line at 512-685-0118.
We love receiving story ideas, comments, and Apple Podcast reviews, so feel free to email Dena Goldstein at [email protected] or write a review below!
Legislative Updates & a Changing of the Guard
Veterinary Vitals
02/20/24 • 15 min
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.
10/01/20 • 59 min
"Seeing someone doing what you want to do that looks like you is tremendously affirming, especially if you’ve never seen that person before."
Dr. Hindatu Mohammed owns Allandale Veterinary Clinic in Austin, Texas—which makes her the only black female veterinary practice owner in Austin (that she is aware of). This statement illustrates the scarcity of black veterinarians. This doesn't just apply to Texas, as this is a nationwide trend. In fact, just three percent of U.S. veterinary students students in the class of 2020 are black, according to the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges. So what is it like being a minority in veterinary medicine? Dr. Mohammed often feels out of place. However, despite these feelings, she carries on and follows her passion for helping animals. Dr. Mohammed also talks about her childhood as an immigrant from Nigeria, why she took a break between undergraduate studies and veterinary school and what allyship means to her.
Dr. Mohammed earned her DVM from Cornell University in 2007. To learn more about Allandale Veterinary Clinic and her background, please visit https://www.allandalevetclinic.com/staff/
If you’re enjoying this podcast, we would love to hear from you. Write a review on Apple Podcasts. We just surpassed our 30-episode milestone, so to commemorate this achievement, we set a goal of getting 30 reviews. We love reading them, and if you have a minute to spare, we would love to read yours too.
COVID-19: Maintaining Positive Mental Health with Eden Males, LCSW
Veterinary Vitals
03/31/20 • 32 min
There is so much uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, leading many people to experience stress. This is especially true for veterinary professionals. According to a recent TVMA membership survey, approximately 63 percent of respondents answered with "mental stress" to the question "What issues is your clinic facing right now?" To reduce levels of stress and normalize mental health conditions, we brought on Eden Males, LCSW, the Program Director of the Professional Recovery Network (PRN). Eden shares coping strategies and tips for managing stress and anxiety. For more information about PRN, please visit http://www.txprn.com/.
If you or someone you know is in crisis, please call 911, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) to reach a 24-hour crisis center or text MHA to 741741 at the Crisis Text Line.
For the latest information and resources, please visit TVMA's COVID-19 Resources page: https://www.tvma.org/Resources/COVID-19-Resources Eden also encouraged veterinary professionals to visit https://www.virusanxiety.com/ and consider purchasing this self-massage tool: https://www.amazon.com/Naipo-Shiatsu-Massager-Kneading-Shoulder/dp/B01D2UJVGS
We will continue to offer COVID-19 updates on our website as well as through social media and e-blasts. We are here for you, so please do not hesitate to contact our office at 512-452-4224 or [email protected].
Be sure to follow us on social media. @texas_vma #VeterinaryVitals #TVMA Podcast
COVID-19: Guidance for Complying with New Government Orders
Veterinary Vitals
03/25/20 • 10 min
As state and local government officials issue orders to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, veterinary clinics must comply with these government orders while continuing to practice quality medicine. In this episode, TVMA General Counsel and Director of Government Relations Elizabeth Choate, JD, helps you better understand how the orders apply to you and your practice. She examines issues like whether veterinary clinics are designated as essential businesses and provides recommendations for veterinary clinics. You can reach Elizabeth Choate at [email protected] or 512-452-4224.
To give you an idea of how veterinarians are currently adjusting to these changes, consider joining the Veterinary Telemedicine Community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/VeterinaryTelemed/ Group members share what is or isn’t working and how they are adapting to the changes.
We will continue to offer COVID-19 updates on our website as well as through social media and e-blasts. We are here for you, so please do not hesitate to contact our office at 512-452-4224.
Be sure to follow us on social media. @texas_vma #VeterinaryVitals #TVMAPodcast
A Recap of SWVS 2021
Veterinary Vitals
10/14/21 • 11 min
In this episode, immerse yourself in the sounds of Southwest Veterinary Symposium and find out what you missed. The event was a huge success, beginning with the meeting of the TVMA Board of Directors and ending with the VPAC Denim and Diamonds event.
Trent Talks: 2
Veterinary Vitals
12/13/24 • 3 min
Every other Friday during this election season, Trent Hightower, TVMA’s General Counsel and Director of Government Relations, will bring you concise, impactful updates on veterinary legislation and advocacy efforts shaping the future of our profession.
Here is our December 13 update.
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2025 Legislative Day & Advocacy Lab
The Power of TVMA Committees with Drs. Lori Teller and Lauren Boyer
Veterinary Vitals
12/09/21 • 34 min
In the final episode of 2021, Drs. Lori Teller and Lauren Boyer discuss the impact TVMA committees have on the association and the profession as a whole.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Veterinary Vitals have?
Veterinary Vitals currently has 102 episodes available.
What topics does Veterinary Vitals cover?
The podcast is about Austin, Health & Fitness, Texas, Medicine, Podcasts, Science and Veterinary Medicine.
What is the most popular episode on Veterinary Vitals?
The episode title 'Legislative Session Kick-Off with Trent Hightower' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Veterinary Vitals?
The average episode length on Veterinary Vitals is 30 minutes.
How often are episodes of Veterinary Vitals released?
Episodes of Veterinary Vitals are typically released every 14 days.
When was the first episode of Veterinary Vitals?
The first episode of Veterinary Vitals was released on Dec 19, 2019.
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