In this episode, Dr. Jim Zeliff, DVM, MBA, joined us to discuss the emergence of mid-level veterinary practitioners. In November 2024, Colorado voters passed Proposition 129, creating a “veterinary professional associate” position. After two years of training and certification, these associates would be able to practice veterinary medicine under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian. The AVMA, AAEP, and many other veterinary associations are strongly opposed to this mid-level role. In the e...
Aug 05, 2025•28 min•Ep. 119
In this episode, Tony Bartels, DVM, MBA, a VIN Foundation board member and student debt expert, joined us to discuss the rapidly changing landscape of educational loan repayment. Bartels explained how the recent passage of the Big Beautiful Bill will cause the biggest change in educational loans seen in our lifetime, impacting borrowers currently in repayment and new borrowers, including those entering veterinary school in 2025 and 2026. The Business of Practice is brought to you by CareCredit. ...
Jul 22, 2025•34 min•Ep. 118
In this episode, we talked with Ruthie Lindberg, VMD, and Justin Jornigan, DVM, about their experiences raising young families as equine practitioners and practice owners. Both doctors have two young children and busy, growing practices. With help from their spouses, they have found ways to prioritize their families despite their busy careers. The Business of Practice is brought to you by CareCredit. This information is shared solely for your convenience. You are urged to consult with your indiv...
Jul 08, 2025•39 min•Ep. 117
In this episode, Ginger Reagan, DVM, talked about her experience shifting to haul-in emergency services. Reagan began encouraging her clients to haul into her clinic when her practice’s high emergency load was leading to burnout. This change increased efficiency and improved patient care. The Business of Practice is brought to you by CareCredit. This information is shared solely for your convenience. You are urged to consult with your individual advisors with respect to any information presented...
Jun 24, 2025•20 min•Ep. 116
In this episode, Travis Boston, DVM, shares his thoughts on compensation for associate equine veterinarians. He describes the important developments and new ideas in compensation, highlighting the jump in new graduate salaries in the equine sector. He also emphasizes the importance of considering the total compensation package when fielding offers. The Business of Practice is brought to you by CareCredit. This information is shared solely for your convenience. You are urged to consult with your ...
Jun 10, 2025•24 min•Ep. 115
In this episode, Rebecca Gimenez Husted, PhD, joined us to discuss how equine veterinarians can help their clients prevent barn fires by assessing their stables for vulnerabilities. She shared the top causes of barn fires and emphasized the importance of partnering with local fire departments. Dr. Husted is a decorated combat veteran and retired U.S. Army Signal Officer. She provides training in Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue (TLAERTM ) techniques across the U.S. and internationally. Sh...
May 27, 2025•22 min•Ep. 114
In this episode, Jesse Tyma, DVM, DACVS, joined us to discuss her perspectives on perfectionism in equine practice. Tyma wrote a paper on this topic that she presented at the 2024 AAEP Convention, which explored the importance of recognizing both the positive and negative aspects of perfectionism. To highlight the power of positive perfectionism, she explained the difference between good (adaptive) and bad (maladaptive) perfectionism. The Business of Practice is brought to you by CareCredit. Thi...
May 13, 2025•21 min•Ep. 113
In this episode, Ciera Guardia, DVM, joined us to talk about her experience starting an equine practice with the help of a mentor. She also discussed her paper on the "Stay Factor" presented at the 2024 AAEP Convention, which explores the importance of knowing your unique needs and having a vision for your career to stay in equine practice. With a clear goal of becoming a sports medicine practitioner, Guardia partnered with a mentor who provided financial support and business experience to start...
Apr 29, 2025•29 min•Ep. 112
In this episode, Caitlin Dobecka, DVM, joined us to discuss how she started her veterinary practice without using credit. She also discussed her paper “The Stay Factor: Unveiling the Paths to Success in Equine Practice,” presented at the 2024 AAEP Convention, in which she explores the importance of thinking outside the box and considering individual needs and circumstances. The Business of Practice is brought to you by CareCredit. This information is shared solely for your convenience. You are u...
Apr 15, 2025•27 min•Ep. 111
In this episode, we talked with Charlotte Lacroix, DVM, JD, about the quickly changing landscape of telemedicine and its future in veterinary medicine. She discussed the important understanding of laws surrounding VCPRs and how they differ between states. She also discussed the helpful resources compiled by the Veterinary Virtual Care Association, including the interactive map that outlines each state’s current regulations on veterinary telemedicine. The Business of Practice is brought to you by...
Apr 01, 2025•20 min•Ep. 110
In this episode, Charlotte Lacroix, DVM, JD, gave advice on how to respond to client complaints in order to prevent board complaints or legal action. She emphasized the importance of carrying license defense insurance and having an attorney assist you in responding to complaints. The Business of Practice is brought to you by CareCredit. This information is shared solely for your convenience. You are urged to consult with your individual advisors with respect to any information presented. Busines...
Mar 18, 2025•23 min•Ep. 109
In this episode, Kelly Zeytoonian, DVM, MBA, discusses the benefits and challenges of hiring an associate as a solo practitioner. She talks about the financial cost, workload requirements, hiring strategies, and more. The Business of Practice is brought to you by CareCredit. This information is shared solely for your convenience. You are urged to consult with your individual advisors with respect to any information presented. Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 108 Host...
Mar 04, 2025•22 min•Ep. 108
In this episode, Katie Larson, DVM, talked about her experiences opening an emergency-only practice. She discussed the practicalities of operating such a practice, including financial considerations, relationship-building with other veterinarians, and the importance of gaining experience before starting an independent practice. The Business of Practice is brought to you by CareCredit. This information is shared solely for your convenience. You are urged to consult with your individual advisors w...
Feb 18, 2025•28 min•Ep. 107
In this episode, host Dr. Amy Grice shared insights from the 2024 AVMA AAEP Report on the Economic State of the Equine Veterinary Profession. The report was informed by three surveys conducted by the AVMA and the AAEP, including the Graduating Senior Survey, the Annual Census of Veterinarians, and the Equine Efficiency Survey. The Business of Practice is brought to you by CareCredit. This information is shared solely for your convenience. You are urged to consult with your individual advisors wi...
Feb 04, 2025•29 min•Ep. 106
In this episode, 2025 AAEP President Tracy Turner, DVM, MS, DACVS, DACVSMR, talked about what he hopes to achieve during his term and what he sees as the biggest challenges for the equine veterinary industry in the next decade. The Business of Practice is brought to you by CareCredit. This information is shared solely for your convenience. You are urged to consult with your individual advisors with respect to any information presented. Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episod...
Jan 21, 2025•26 min•Ep. 105
In this episode, AAEP Past President Katie Garrett, DVM, DACVS, discussed the proposed upcoming changes to the AAEP Bylaws. She explained the upcoming vote on 18 amendments, the officer selection process, and the role of the nominating committee. You can access the AAEP Webinar on proposed bylaw amendments here: https://aaep.org/event/webinar-q-a-about-proposed-aaep-bylaws-amendments/ The Business of Practice is brought to you by CareCredit. This information is shared solely for your convenience...
Jan 07, 2025•25 min•Ep. 104
In this episode, Emma Read, DVM, MVSc, DACVS, 2022 AAEP President and Associate Dean for Professional Programs at the Ohio State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, discussed competency-based education for veterinary students and the feedback methods that accompany it. The Business of Practice is brought to you by CareCredit. This information is shared solely for your convenience. You are urged to consult with your individual advisors with respect to any information presented. Business ...
Dec 24, 2024•31 min•Ep. 103
In this episode, Tera Eddleman, an accounting consultant and valuation analyst at Summit Veterinary Advisors, joined us to talk about embezzlement, fraud, and theft in equine veterinary practices. She discussed fraud tactics, mitigation strategies, and what to do if you suspect fraud in your practice. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. This information is shared solely for your convenience. You are urged to consult with your individual advisors with respect to any ...
Dec 10, 2024•30 min•Ep. 102
In this episode, Marsha Heinke, DVM, EA, CPA, CVPM, joins us to talk about how equine practices can safeguard their hard-earned money with internal controls. The Business of Practice Podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. This information is shared solely for your convenience. You are urged to consult with your individual advisors with respect to any information presented. Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 101 Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Ma...
Nov 26, 2024•56 min•Ep. 101
In this episode, Ashley Allemand, DVM, talked about her experience of becoming a mother to spontaneous quadruplets as a solo practice owner and offered tips for veterinarians trying to balance parenthood with practice. The Business of Practice Podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. This information is shared solely for your convenience. You are urged to consult with your individual advisors with respect to any information presented. Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode...
Nov 12, 2024•23 min•Ep. 100
In this episode, Martha Mallicote, DVM, MBA, DACVIM, explains how equine practitioners can create budgets for their personal expenses and their practices. The Business of Practice Podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. This information is shared solely for your convenience. You are urged to consult with your individual advisors with respect to any information presented. Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 98: Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manag...
Oct 30, 2024•17 min•Ep. 99
In this episode, Morgan Webb, CFP, CFS, EA, joins us to discuss retirement plan options for small equine practices. She explains various plans, including SEP, SIMPLE IRA, 401K, and ROTH, and talks about how your practice’s retirement plan offerings can evolve as you grow. The Business of Practice Podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. This information is shared solely for your convenience. You are urged to consult with your individual advisors with respect to any information presented. Busines...
Oct 15, 2024•40 min•Ep. 98
In this episode, Katie Garrett, DVM, DACVS (LA), current AAEP President, joined us to talk about what the organization has been working on this year. She discussed updates to governance, the Biometric Sensor program, the Commission on Equine Veterinary Sustainability, and many of the smaller efforts the AAEP has been working on. The Business of Practice Podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. This information is shared solely for your convenience. You are urged to consult with your individual a...
Oct 01, 2024•43 min•Ep. 97
In this episode, Jim Zeliff, DVM, MBA, AAEP representative to the AVMA Legislative Advisory Council, provided an update on xylazine regulations and explained what veterinarians should expect when it becomes a scheduled drug in the near future. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. This information is shared solely for your convenience. You are urged to consult with your individual advisors with respect to any information presented. Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, ...
Sep 17, 2024•18 min•Ep. 96
In this episode, Miranda Gosselin, DVM, of Millbrook Equine, offers tips and strategies for managing veterinary inventory from a financial perspective. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. This information is shared solely for your convenience. You are urged to consult with your individual advisors with respect to any information presented. Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 95: Hosts: Dr Amy Grice and Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager)...
Sep 03, 2024•26 min•Ep. 95
In this episode, Stacey Cordivano, DVM, talks about her experience with using an AI scribe system to create veterinary records. She discusses the system’s efficiencies and potential pitfalls. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. This information is shared solely for your convenience. You are urged to consult with your individual advisors with respect to any information presented. Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 94 Hosts : Dr Amy Grice an...
Aug 20, 2024•22 min•Ep. 94
In this episode, Jesse Tyma, DVM, Dipl. ACVS, talks about building confidence in entry-level veterinarians and offers recommendations for veterinarians in mentorship positions. She discusses the seven elements crucial to good mentoring, talks about communicating effectively with interns and new graduates, and describes ways to help new veterinarians build skills. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. This information is shared solely for your convenience. You are urge...
Aug 06, 2024•26 min•Ep. 93
In this episode, Jackie Christakos, DVM, and Rachel Liepman, DVM, MS, DACVIM (LAIM), joined us to discuss building healthy internship programs in equine practice. They described the most important elements of a top internship program, discussed feedback and entrustment scales, and shared their thoughts on the most effective ways to help interns build confidence. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 92 Host...
Jul 23, 2024•27 min•Ep. 92
In this episode, Kelly Zeytoonian, DVM, MBA, CERP, and Martha Mallicote, DVM, MBA, Dipl. ACVIM, joined us to discuss their experiences with getting their MBA degrees. They described how their experiences in equine practice influenced them to pursue this additional education, discussed the programs they chose, talked about surprises they encountered, and discussed the benefits getting an MBA has had on their practices. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. This informa...
Jul 09, 2024•29 min•Ep. 91
In this episode, we spoke with Shadi Ireifej, DVM, DACVS, owner, founder, and chief medical officer of VetTriage, a company that provides telehealth triage services to pet owners all over the world. Ireifej explained how emergency triage can help equine practitioners lower the stress associated with after-hours duty. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. This information is shared solely for your convenience. You are urged to consult with your individual advisors with...
Jun 24, 2024•29 min•Ep. 90
