The Cone of Shame Veterinary Podcast Dr. Andy Roark

Dr. Amy "Toothy" Thomson returns to discuss diagnosing and treating maxillofacial trauma in cats. Dr. Amy Thomson and Dr. Andy Roark tackle a case involving a domestic shorthair named Malcolm, whose jaw is misaligned. Dr. Thomson explains her approach to assessing and treating jaw luxations, emphasizing the importance of physical exams and occlusion checks over skull radiographs. She also shares a simple yet effective method using a pencil to correct TMJ luxation. Tune in for valuable insights on handling similar cases and supporting pet owners through the recovery process.

LINKS
Toothy Thomson Website: https://toothythomson.ca/

ObviVet Course Referenced: https://obivet.com/product-category/certificates/

Reference Research Paper on Pencil Trick:
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/321002400_Temporomandibular_joint_luxation_in_the_cat_Diagnosis_and_management

Dr. Amy Thomson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toothy.thomson/

Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/

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ABOUT OUR GUEST
Dr. Amy Thomson, often known as “toothy”, is passionate about teeth! However, it was not always this way – she started her career in small animal practice with very minimal dentistry knowledge. She was fortunate to have a great mentor in her first job where she learned a lot and her desire to learn more grew. Once she attended her first Veterinary Dental Forum in 2013, she KNEW dentistry was her passion - and became affectionately known as “Toothy Thomson”.

With time and support from her family, friends, collogues and a big ‘shove’ from her mentor she applied for a dentistry and oral surgery residency and was overjoyed when she matched at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. During her residency her passion grew not only for dentistry, but also for teaching. And because life is always full of surprises Dr. Thomson found herself at a crossroad in 2020 in the early stages of the pandemic – so she started her own mobile dentistry practice!

In addition to with working alongside small animal general practice teams, she also became very active online sharing her knowledge. It has always been important for her to share as much as she can, given it took hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars to obtain the knowledge she did while in general practice. Knowledge she wants to see all veterinary teams have!

Alex Douzet, Co-Founder and CEO of Pumpkin® Pet Insurance, joins us to discuss the impact of pet insurance on client behaviors and the future of the pet industry. This week on the Cone of Shame Veterinary Podcast, Dr. Andy Roark and Alex Douzet dive into Pumpkin's research with Zoetis revealing that Pumpkin-insured pets have more frequent vet visits and higher annual spending than uninsured pets. They explore the role of technology in veterinary practices, from digital check-ins to AI, and the potential benefits of corporate structures in enhancing clinic efficiency. Alex also shares insights from his Forbes article on emerging trends in pet healthcare. This episode is brought to you by Pumpkin Pet Insurance!

LINKS
Pumpkin Care for Veterinarians: https://www.pumpkin.care/for-veterinarians/

https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesbusinesscouncil/2024/01/18/five-emerging-trends-in-pet-health-care-for-2024-and-beyond/?sh=1bdf73131430

https://www.avma.org/javma-news/2021-09-01/insured-pets-received-more-care-more-frequently

Charming the Angry Client Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/

Dr. Andy Roark Swag: https://drandyroark.com/store/

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ABOUT OUR GUEST
Alex Douzet is the co-founder and CEO of Pumpkin®, the highest-rated pet insurance provider on Google as of January 2024, and one of the fastest growing pet insurance and wellness brands in the U.S. Pumpkin’s mission is to enable all cats and dogs to live their healthiest lives by removing the economic barriers that can prevent pet owners from providing their pets with veterinary care.
Under Alex’s leadership, Pumpkin’s best-in-class insurance plans help make it easier for pet owners to provide their dogs and cats with advanced veterinary treatments, emergency care, and alternative or rehabilitative therapies if needed. Alex has also spearheaded a series of optional, non-insurance wellness products to help cover routine costs for essential preventive care, like vaccines and annual wellness visits.
Throughout his 20-year career as a serial entrepreneur, Alex has disrupted industries, scaled businesses, and built ‘people-first’ companies where employees grow and thrive. Prior to Pumpkin, he spent five years as CEO and Co-founder of Ollie, a next-gen, natural, and human-grade pet food brand. Alex is also a competitive Triathlete and an 11X Ironman finisher. He is proud to have two rescue dogs: Belle, a 13-year-old Shar Pei Golden Retriever mix and Simon, a 6-year-old Dachshund mix.

Sharon Kramper joins us to discuss her research on the prevalence of PTSD in the veterinary workplace and its implications for veterinary teams. Together, Dr. Andy Roark and former veterinary practice manager, Sharon Kramper, explore various factors, potential index events, and what can be done when a team member may be experiencing debilitating symptoms. Tune in to this episode of the Cone of Shame Veterinary Podcast for important insights and strategies to support mental health in the veterinary field.

LINKS
NOMV Lifeboat: https://www.nomv.org/lifeboat/

National Alliance on Mental Illness: https://www.nami.org/

Shanti's Veterinary Mental Health Initiative: https://www.shanti.org/programs-services/veterinary-mental-health-initiative/

Sharon Kramper on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharonkramper/

Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/

Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/

Dr. Andy Roark Swag: drandyroark.com/shop

All Links: linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark

ABOUT OUR GUEST
Sharon Kramper is preparing to receive her PhD in Clinical Psychology from Auburn University in August 2024. Before entering the field of mental health, Sharon worked in veterinary medicine, including being employed as practice manager in a small companion animal hospital. Here, she was sensitized to the workplace-specific stressors and risk factors that contribute to negative mental health outcomes among veterinary professionals. Her research during graduate school has included describing experiences of discrimination reported by LGBTQIA+ veterinary students and professionals, estimating the prevalence of PTSD in the veterinary workplace, and characterizing the types of ethical dilemmas that support staff encounter. She is looking forward to two things after graduation: 1) being called doctor and 2) rescuing a new dog buddy.

Dr. Julie Levy returns to share an update on the black market FIP cure from one of the most popular episodes of 2022. In this episode of the Cone of Shame Podcast, Dr. Andy Roark and Dr. Julie Levy discuss recent updates on drug approvals for remdesivir as a treatment for FIP. They explore how clients can save the lives of their FIP-diagnosed cats, what veterinarians can do to monitor success, and which resources are available to help in the battle against FIP. Tune in for essential insights and practical advice on managing this challenging condition.

LINKS
FIP Warriors: https://fipwarriors.com/

Clinicians Brief Article: https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/feline-infectious-peritonitis-treatment-outcomes

Uncharted's Conflict Management at HiVE: https://unchartedvet.com/conflict-management-training-navc-hive/

Black Market FIP Cure Podcast Original: https://drandyroark.com/cure-for-fip/

Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/

Dr. Andy Roark Swag: drandyroark.com/shop

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ABOUT OUR GUEST
Dr. Julie Levy is the Fran Marino Distinguished Professor of Shelter Medicine Education at the University of Florida, where she focuses on the health and welfare of animals in shelters, feline infectious diseases, and humane alternatives for cat population control. She founded Operation Catnip, a nonprofit university-based community cat trap-neuter-return program that has spayed, neutered, and vaccinated more than 80,000 cats in Gainesville since 1998. In 2008, she joined Dr. Cynda Crawford to found Maddie’s Shelter Medicine Program at the College of Veterinary Medicine, an educational and discovery initiative with a global impact on the care of homeless animals. In 2014, she joined Dr. Kate Hurley to launch the Million Cat Challenge, a shelter-based campaign that saved more than 4.5 million cats in shelters across North America. In 2022, she helped launch Maddie’s Million Pet Challenge to create transformative “communities of practice” that deliver access to care through humane, community-centric programming—inside and outside of the shelter—to achieve the right outcome for every pet., Dr. Andy Roark is a practicing veterinarian, international speaker, author, and media personality. He is the founder of the Uncharted Veterinary Conference and DrAndyRoark.com. He has been an award-winning columnist for DVM360 and his popular Facebook page, website, and YouTube show reach millions of people every month.

Dr. Matt Salois joins the podcast to discuss the currently perfect conditions for an influx of new independent practice owners. In this episode of the Cone of Shame Podcast, he and Dr. Andy Roark explore how the slowdown in corporate consolidation combined with the availability of technology and services could spark a renaissance in veterinary practice ownership. They also touch on the future of independent practice ownership and the changing demographics within the field. Tune in to understand the evolving landscape and what it means for aspiring veterinary practice owners.

Matt Salois LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/msalois/

VMG: https://www.myvmg.com/

Team Training Kit: https://drandyroark.com/product/team-training-bundle/

Charming the Angry Client Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/

Dr. Andy Roark Swag: https://drandyroark.com/store/

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ABOUT OUR GUEST
Matthew Salois, PhD is currently the President of the Veterinary Management Groups (VMG), where he is responsible for enhancing the economic and cultural success of more than 2,000 veterinary member practices. Most recently, Matt was the chief economist and head of the veterinary economics division at the AVMA between 2018 and 2022, where he applied his skills in economics, business, and communication to support the daily lives of veterinarians. From 2014 to 2018, he served as senior director of global scientific affairs and policy at Elanco Animal Health. Matt is also an adjunct professor of applied economics at the University of Florida, where he previously taught and advised graduate and undergraduate students. He earned his Ph.D. in Applied Economics from the University of Florida and holds an M.A. in Economics and a B.S. in Health Services Administration from the University of Central Florida.

Dr. Jessica Vogelsang discusses the latest findings in veterinary retention and attrition. She is joined by Dr. Andy Roark as they dive into the American Animal Hospital Association's new white paper, "Stay Please." Together, they explore both expected and unexpected insights gathered from a survey of over 15,000 veterinary professionals. Tune in to discover the reasons behind the departures and commitments of veterinary professionals, and what these trends could mean for the future of the veterinary field.

LINKS
AAHA White Paper: https://www.aaha.org/practice-resources/research-center/white-paper-form-the-path-to-increasing-retention-in-veterinary-medicine/

All Dogs Go to Kevin by Jessica Vogelsang: https://www.amazon.com/All-Dogs-Kevin-Everything-Veterinary/dp/145555491X

Jessica Vogelsang on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicavogelsang/

Uncharted at HiVE in Minneapolis: https://unchartedvet.com/conflict-management-training-navc-hive/

Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Course: https://drandyroark.com/on-demand-staff-training/

Dr. Andy Roark Swag: drandyroark.com/shop

All Links: linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark

ABOUT OUR GUEST
Dr. Jessica Vogelsang is a noted veterinarian, internationally recognized speaker, and bestselling author of All Dogs Go to Kevin. She serves as the Chief Medical Officer at AAHA and is the founder of Pawcurious Media, established in 2009. An early adopter in utilizing the internet for veterinary purposes, she successfully built an online community, influencing hundreds of thousands of pet owners globally. Her achievements include launching several veterinary brands and founding the Veterinary Telemedicine community during the COVID-19 pandemic. Besides her role at AAHA, she is an active board member of the Mark Morris Institute and the Veterinary Virtual Care Association.