295 - Technician Education & Utilization: The Nutritional Advocate Certificate

Vicky Ograin, MBA, RVT and VTS in Nutrition, joins us to discuss the evolving role of veterinary technicians. In this episode of The Cone of Shame Veterinary Podcast, Dr. Andy Roark and Vicky explore how vet techs are being increasingly empowered and better utilized in clinics, supported by organizations like NAVTA and social media. They also highlight the Veterinary Nutritional Advocate Certificate, a free program that enhances nutrition knowledge and patient care. Listen in to learn how veterinary technicians can use these tools to advance their careers and make a bigger impact in the clinic! This episode is brought to you by Hill's Pet Nutrition! LINKS Hill's Veterinary Academy: https://na.hillsvna.com/ Academy of Veterinary Nutrition Techs: https://nutritiontechs.com/ Charming the Angry Client Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: drandyroark.com/shop All Links: linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark ABOUT OUR GUEST Vicky Ograin received her technician degree from Los Angeles Pierce College. She served in private practice for many years in California, and then 22 years ago began a career with Hill’s Pet Nutrition, where she is a Scientific Communication Senior Specialist, in the US Professional Veterinary Affairs department. She focuses on education for technicians and the health care team as well as strategy for veterinary technicians in tech schools and graduates. In 2007, she completed a Bachelor of Science and in 2008, she completed a Masters, both in Business Administration. Vicky obtained her Veterinary Technician Specialty (VTS) in nutrition in June 2013. Vicky speaks nationally and internationally and is a published author.