Dr. Matt Asciutto explores the power of comedy in veterinary medicine as he applies the "yes, and" principle from his improv comedy background to enhance client and team interactions. Dr. Roark shares how humor has shaped his approach to the profession. Together, they discuss how comedy can bring light to even the darkest moments in veterinary practice, ultimately making them more effective veterinarians. Join them on this episode of the Cone of Shame podcast as they share laughs and insights in a conversation filled with humor and heart. LINKS: Matt Asciutto Website: www.MattAsciutto.com Podc ..read more

Dr. Ashley Bourgeois joins us for a candid discussion about caregiver fatigue and its wide-ranging effects on individuals. Dr. Andy Roark and Dr. Bourgeois share how the lessons they've learned have impacted their careers. LINKS Dr. Ashley Bourgeois: https://thedermvet.com/about Dr. Ashley Bourgeois on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedermvet/ Dr. Ashley Bourgeois on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-bourgeois-dvm-dip-acvd-9169208/ Leadership Essentials Certificate: https://unchartedvet.com/certificates/ Uncharted on the Road: https://unchartedvet.com/on-the-road/ Charming th ..read more

Board certified behaviorist, Dr. Leanne Lilly, joins Dr. Andy Roark to discuss the link between stress and the GI tract. Together they talk through treating the behavior case of Calix, a calico feline that will not stop defecating outside the litter box. This episode is brought you ad free by Hill's Pet Nutrition. LINKS Hill's Veterinary Academy: https://na.hillsvna.com/en_US/ Hill's Prescription Diet GI Biome Feline: https://www.hillspet.com/cat-food/pd-gastrointestinal-biome-feline-dry?cq_src=google_ads&cq_cmp=12261618915&cq_con=112560660650&cq_term=hills%20gastrointestinal%20bio ..read more

Kelsey Carpenter reflects on her journey outside of veterinary medicine and how it changed her perspective on success. Together, Kelsey Carpenter and Dr. Andy Roark discuss the many opportunities for growth that exist outside of our careers and how they both found joy in climbing their second mountains. LINKS Kelsey Beth Carpenter on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kelseybethcarpenter/ Uncharted on the Road: https://unchartedvet.com/on-the-road/ Charming the Angry Client Course: https://drandyroark.com/charming-the-angry-client/ Dr. Andy Roark Swag: https://drandyroark.com/store/ ABOUT OU ..read more

Dr. Nick Kirk teams up with Dr. Andy Roark on this week's episode of the Cone of Shame Podcast to discuss how he turned his passion into a unique business. Together, they dive into Dr. Nick Kirk's journey to board certification, his business partnership with a technician, and his mission to share knowledge in avian veterinary medicine. LINKS: Migratory Avian Services: https://migratoryavianservices.com/ Association of Avian Veterinarians: https://www.aav.org/ American Board of Veterinary Practitioners: https://abvp.com/ Uncharted on the Road: https://unchartedvet.com/on-the-road/ Charming the ..read more

Esta semana en El Cono de Pena, el Dr. Andy Roark y María Pirita exploran la posibilidad de tener este programa en un nuevo idioma. ¿Será que seis semanas de Duolingo en español serán suficientes para Andy? ¿El español conversacional que María aprendió en su infancia podrá sostener todo lo médico del programa? ¡Hay que averiguarlo juntos! ¡Feliz Día de los Inocentes! LINKS: Uncharted Veterinary Conference 2024: https://unchartedvet.com/uvc-april-2024/ Leadership Essentials Certificate: https://www.vetfolio.com/learning-paths/uncharted-leadership-essentials-certificate Charming the Angry Client ..read more

Dr. Christopher Pachel joins Dr. Andy Roark on the Cone of Shame podcast to discuss the intriguing case of Caliente, a seven-year-old calico cat exhibiting inappropriate urination. Despite the pet owners attributing the behavior to behavioral issues, the duo explores the underlying medical complexities. Tune in as they expertly navigate this conversation by validating the pet owners while shedding light on potential medical conditions driving Caliente's actions. LINKS: Dr. Christopher Pachel: www.DrPachel.com Dr. Andy Roark Exam Room Communication Tool Box Team Training Course: https://drandyr ..read more

Dr. Amy Durham, Professor and Assistant Dean at the University of Pennsylvania, joins Dr. Andy Roark on the Cone of Shame podcast to discuss PennVet's new active learning and learner centered curriculum. Together they dive into the driving factors behind this decision and what it's meant to students, faculty and the veterinary industry. LINKS PennVet Article on Curriculum: https://www.vet.upenn.edu/about/news-room/bellwether/bellwether-magazine/bellwether-spring-2023/educating-a-21st-century-veterinarian AAHA Article on Curriculum: Penn Vet transitions from discipline-based to fully integrated ..read more

This week on the Cone of Shame Podcast, Dr. Andy Roark talks with Peter H. Tanella about his recent article titled How to Avoid a Messy Separation. Together they walk through the key items that buyers and sellers should look out for when entering contracts and how they can protect themselves. Links: TVB Article: https://todaysveterinarybusiness.com/consolidators-legal-lingo-1223/ Leadership Essentials Certificate: https://unchartedvet.com/certificates/ Uncharted Veterinary Conference: https://unchartedvet.com/uvc-april-2024/ Uncharted on the Road: https://unchartedvet.com/on-the-road/ Charming ..read more

For this week's episode of the Cone of Shame Veterinary Podcast, we're bringing you a cross over! Dr. Cassie Flemming from Vetfolio Voice interviews Dr. Andy Roark about a recent article, Sharing Your Crystal Ball. Together they discuss how veterinary leaders can share their vision of the future to foster development and growth. LINKS: TVP Article: https://todaysveterinarybusiness.com/crystal-ball-discharge-notes-0224/ Vetfolio Voice Podcast: https://www.vetfolio.com/pages/podcast-landing-page?utm_source=hero&utm_medium=card_podcasts&utm_campaign=vf_hp Leadership Essentials Certificate ..read more