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What's Up Doc?From GP to ER to Exotics: Carving Your Own Path in Veterinary Medicine with Juancho, DVMIn this episode of What’s Up, Doc?, Dr. Katie sits down with Dr. Juan Sebastian Orjuela (Juancho, DVM), emergency veterinarian, content creator, nonprofit co-founder, and community advocate, to explore what it really means to build a meaningful career in veterinary medicine.Juancho shares his journey from veterinary student to ER clinician, how social media became a tool for representation and education, and why visibility matters for underrepresented communities in vet med. He opens up about co-founding the Latinx Veterinary Medical Association (LVMA), the realities of emergency medicine, navigating imposter syndrome, and balancing gold-standard care with compassion and accessibility.Th...
2026-01-3034 min
VetFolio VoiceScribenote Spills the T(ech)Grab your headphones and your hottest cup of T(ech). In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, we’re serving up a fresh brew of Scribenote’s newest features. Get the scoop on Scribephone (it’s off the hook), meet Summi (your new AI BFF), and see how Quill gives your notes a serious glow-up.
Tune in for paws-itively clever tips, tail-wagging tech, and everything you need to stay ahead in the veterinary world.
2026-01-0156 minWhat's Up Doc?Puppy Myths, Shelter Realities & the Truth About Heartworm with Vet Tech Jenn GalvinIn today’s episode of What’s Up Doc, Dr. Katie sits down with veterinary technician Jenn Galvin to uncover the real stories behind shelter medicine, the myths surrounding puppy behaviour, and the invisible threat of heartworm disease.If you’ve ever adopted a pet, worked in vet med, or simply love animals, this episode is packed with insight, compassion, and eye-opening moments you won’t want to miss.🔔 Don’t Forget to SubscribeIf you enjoy real conversations about veterinary medicine, pet care, behaviour, and the behind-the-scenes world of animal health, make sure to subscribe and...
2025-12-0435 minWhat's Up Doc?Dr. Painter on Myths and Truths About Allergic DogsIn this episode of What’s Up Doc?, Dr. Katie is joined by special co-host Dr. Emily Merry, ER DVM, new grad, and Co-founder of Scribenote! Together, they welcome Dr. Painter, a Board Certified Veterinary Dermatologist® and founder of The Allergic Dog™, for a fun and eye-opening round of Myth or Fact.From “food allergy blood testing is beneficial” to “dogs that lick their paws are just bored,” they bust common myths, share real-world stories, and unpack what’s really going on with allergic dogs. You’ll come away with a few laughs, a few surprises, and some take-home ti...
2025-10-241h 09What's Up Doc?Dr. Painter on Myths and Truths About Allergic DogsIn this episode of What’s Up Doc?, Dr. Katie is joined by special co-host Dr. Emily Merry, ER DVM, new grad, and Co-founder of Scribenote! Together, they welcome Dr. Painter, a Board Certified Veterinary Dermatologist® and founder of The Allergic Dog™, for a fun and eye-opening round of Myth or Fact.From “food allergy blood testing is beneficial” to “dogs that lick their paws are just bored,” they bust common myths, share real-world stories, and unpack what’s really going on with allergic dogs. You’ll come away with a few laughs, a few surprises, and some take-home ti...
2025-10-2458 minWhat's Up Doc?Dr. Greg Bishop on Humour and Clinical CommunicationIn this episode of ‘What’s Up Doc?’, we welcome Dr. Greg Bishop! Listen as Katie and Greg explore how humour, creativity, and thoughtful communication can bring levity and healing to the emotionally heavy world of veterinary medicine. From balancing profitability with authentic client care to navigating the emotional landscape of vetmed, Dr. Bishop shares practical strategies to help veterinary teams communicate more effectively and compassionately. They also unpack how trust in the profession is shifting and why now is the time to rethink how we connect with clients and each other.About Dr. Greg B...
2025-09-2635 minWhat's Up Doc?Suzanne Thomas on Clinic Culture & Hot Topics in VetMedOn this episode of ‘What’s Up Doc?’ We’re excited to welcome Suzanne Thomas, BA, BS, LVT, CVT, NASM-CPT! From retail management to vetmed. Suzanne has had quite the journey beginning her career in veterinary medicine as an LVT in oncology, and working her way up to becoming a leader and mentor in the industry. Listen as Katie and Suzanne chat about clinic culture and the hottest topics in vetmed right now. Find the link to Suzanne’s book and podcast in the resources below!ResourcesSuzanne Thomas LinkedInPodcast, Leading Veterinary Teams On AirBook...
2025-08-2540 min
The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360The Future of Vet Care: AI, Efficiency, and the Human-Animal Bond
This episode is sponsored by ScribenoteDescribed as a human golden retriever, Ryan Gallagher likes to help people with technology. Gallagher is an engineer by training, a founder by nature, and a lover of working hard for an important mission. He started Scribenote to help his sister Katie get home on time from the clinic. He is proud that he’s finally achieved this goal, and won’t stop until all veterinarians who struggle with time-consuming medical records can make it home on time for dinner.
2025-08-1525 min
The Bird BathThe Vets Ghost, Rover Expands, Hill’s Steps Up, Scribe UpdatesLast week of July, what’d you miss in vet med?The Vets shut down operationsRover set to acquire AU’s Mad PawsHill’s Launches 24/7 Vet Professional ChatCoVet’s In-House Medical DepartmentAmerivet partners on scribingFreemium version for ScribenoteHelpful links:The Bird Bath substack
2025-07-2911 minWhat's Up Doc?Dr. Cassandra Fleming on Podcasting, Practice Ownership, and Relief WorkIn this episode of "What's Up Doc?", we welcome Dr. Cassandra Fleming! Listen as Cassie discusses how she navigates working as a relief vet, hosting a podcast and owning a house-call practice. Katie and Cassie delve into recent changes in the industry like access to new treatments and the evolvement of sustainability in VetMed . Find the resources mentioned in this episode below!ResourcesVetfolio podcastVetfolio, Financial Triage for Veterinary Practices Unchartered Vet ResourcesHousecall Vet Academy The E-Myth Veterinarian, Michael E. Gerber & Peter Weinstein, DVM, MBAAbout Dr. C...
2025-07-1824 minWhat's Up Doc?Derek Laporte on Practice Ownership in Northern OntarioIn this episode of "What's Up Doc?", we welcome Dr. Derek Laporte! Listen as Derek discusses the ups and downs of practice management and working with exotics in Northern Ontario, Canada. Katie and Derek dive into work life balance as a business owner, mentorship, and advice for new grads interested in exotics or GP. Find the resources mentioned in this episode below!Chapters: 0:35 Introducing Dr. Derek Laporte4:42 Preparing for practice ownership7:11 Work life balance as a business owner12:08 Exotics and mentorship18:21 Informed Consent with...
2025-07-0440 minWhat's Up Doc?Dr. Shane Bateman on Investigating Animal Welfare and Veterinary ForensicsEpisode 8 - In this episode of "What's Up Doc?", we welcome Dr. Shane Bateman! Listen as Shane discusses his role as an Emergency and Critical Care Specialist at the OVC and President of Nine Lives Veterinary Consulting. Katie and Shane go in depth on topics including veterinary forensics, access to care, and investigating & enforcing animal welfare in Ontario. Find the resources mentioned in this episode below!Chapters0:30 About Shane1:18 Community Veterinary Outreach & Access to Care6:28 Getting involved in Veterinary Forensic Sciences12:20 Investigating & Enforcing Animal Welfare in...
2025-06-1937 min
Boost Your Fundraising with Expert Marketing StrategiesFrom Jet Fuel to Phone Charms: This Week's Unexpected InnovationsIn this episode of The Lowdown, we spotlight four emerging trends making waves across climate tech, AI, healthcare, and consumer style. We kick things off with LanzaJet, a startup creating jet fuel from ethanol waste to slash aviation emissions. Then we dive into Scribenote, the AI tool helping veterinarians reclaim their time by auto-generating clinical notes. We also explore GitHub’s CodeQL, a powerful AI debugger fixing security vulnerabilities before they become threats, and wrap with the rise of phone charms, a nostalgic yet booming trend blending self-expression with utility. From sustainable fuel to charm culture, this week’s episode capt...
2025-06-1419 minWhat's Up Doc?Inside the Client Experience with Kyle from ScribenoteEpisode 7 - In this episode of "What's Up Doc?", we welcome Kyle from Scribenote! Join us as Katie chats with Kyle, Scribenote's Technical Lead Manager, about his dog Summer, cost of care, and the client experience when treating a pet living with lifelong health complications. Kyle Brooks:Kyle started with Scribenote as an engineer in summer 2024. He is currently the Technical Lead Manager for Scribenote's engineering team.
2025-06-0514 minWhat's Up Doc?Dr. Jenni Rizzo on Becoming a Leader the IntroVet WayEpisode 6 - In this episode of "What's Up Doc?", we welcome Dr. Jenni Rizzo! Join us as Jenni chats about what it’s been like navigating the vet world as an introvert, the conception of IntroVet, and how she became the youngest—and first female—president of the American Heartworm Society! We also dig into women in leadership roles, the power of coaching, and the awesome community she’s building through IntroVet’s platform.Dr. Jenni RizzoEmail: drrizzo@introvetce.comLinkedInIntroVetWebsiteLinkedInEmail: info@introvetce.comJulie...
2025-06-0323 min
ComedicineS5 - E8 - Liz Allen Buries the LedeLiz Allen Buries the Lede Our season 5 closer is a real treat! We have an incredible guest, Liz Allen, improv performer, director, coach, teacher and guru Liz Allen. Liz has performed and coached improv for 32 years! She works primarily out of iO in Chicago, (This is a big deal people!) but she has performed and coached improv all over the world, notably at the Edinburgh Fringe and, oh, by the way, she coached The Commune, the improv ensemble in Mike Birbiglia’s 2016 feature film Don’t Think Twice, NBD. (This actually blows Sarah’s mind as Mike Birbigli...
2025-05-1559 minWhat's Up Doc?Dr. Marie Holowaychuk on Tackling Veterinary BurnoutEpisode 5 - In this episode of "What's Up Doc?", we welcome Dr. Marie Holowaychuk! As an experienced ER and locum veterinarian, Dr. Marie has made an impact with her mental health awareness across the industry. Listen as Dr. Marie talks about her personal journey with burnout and discusses the actions we can take to actively reduce burnout in your workplace.Chapters0:30 About Reviving VetMed2:38 Effects of COVID-19 on the Industry7:04 Actions we can take to reduce burnout11:33 The difficultly in saying “No”12:45 Dr. Marie’s care...
2025-05-0826 minWhat's Up Doc?The Ins and Outs of Dr. Mansum YauEpisode 4 - In this episode of "What's Up Doc?", we welcome Dr. Mansum Yau! Mansum is a doctor of many talents! Listen as Mansum talks about her journey from being a Veterinarian to public speaker, comedian, author and illustrator! Check out Dr. Mansum's comedic client education videos on her socials or purchase her book via the links listed below!Chapters0:45 Mansum's journey6:25 Creating the Veterinarian's Guide to Cat Carriers8:40 Cat carrier recommendations10:55 Client education (the importance of brushing your cat's teeth)15:10 Upcoming books
2025-05-0119 minWhat's Up Doc?Dr. Adam Little on Creating and Implementing Technology in VetMedEpisode 3 - In this episode of "What's Up Doc?", we welcome Dr. Adam Little! Listen as Adam discusses his entrepreneurial approach to animal health and his journey bridging technology with veterinary medicine. Find the resources mentioned in this episode below!Chapters0:35 Adam's journey7:30 How technology is changing the veterinary industry10:20 The rise of AI agents within veterinary workflows11:42 Bridging the gap between technology and medicine14:10 Career milestones17:50 ResourcesResourcesDr. Adam Little's LinkedIn Veterinary Entrepreneurship Academy...
2025-05-0121 minWhat's Up Doc?Dr. Amari Patel on Chickens, Ducks, Geese & Everything BetweenEpisode 2 - In this episode of "What's Up Doc?", we welcome Dr. Amari Patel! Listen as Dr. Amari talks life as a mobile vet with a passion for birds! This episode highlights common cases for backyard birds, avian resources for owners and vets, and how to use Scribenote with a mobile vet's workflow. ResourcesOMAFRA SmallFlock Ontario Textbook - Backyard Poultry Medicine and Surgery by Cheryl B. Greenacre, Teresa Y. Morishita
2025-05-0114 min
ComedicineS5 - E7 - Elaine Miller, Fanny and Me!Elaine Miller, Fanny and Me! In this episode of Comedicine, we get to talk to pelvic physiotherapist and comedian, Elaine Miller. Elaine Miller is a Fellow of the Chartered Society of Physiotherapy, specialising in women’s health. She started doing stand-up comedy as a hobby, finding the lighter side of female urinary incontinence. In doing so, she found a way to reach and educate women about their fannies. Elaine lives in Edinburgh, home of the biggest Arts festival in the world, so the obvious next step for her was to write and perform a solo show about pelvic...
2025-05-011h 03What's Up Doc?Emily Merry on Vet School, Post-grad & the NAVLEEpisode 1 - Welcome to the first episode of our new series "What's Up Doc?" with Dr. Katie Gallagher where Katie meets with anyone and everyone in the vetmed industry. In this episode Katie meets with vet student and co-founder of Scribenote, Emily Merry! Take a listen as Emily talks 4th year vet school, the NAVLE, placements, and plans after graduation!About Emily:OVC Class of 2025 Veterinary Medicine StudentLinkedIn ProfileMentioned in this episodeThe International Veterinary Forensic Sciences Association - Conference 2025 Dr. Shane Bateman, Associate Professor, OVC
2025-04-2816 min
ComedicineS5 - E6 - Theatre is Life with Stephanie GossTheatre is Life with Stephanie Goss How does a degree in theatre and music help you run a veterinary hospital? Let me count the ways! Our guest in this episode is Stephanie Goss. Stephanie started out with a plan to be in the theatre, but on the production management side. Then she transitioned to teaching. Then she transitioned into veterinary medicine. She is not afraid to make changes or take chances. We talk about her career path from receptionist to veterinary technician to practice manager to working for the Uncharted Veterinary Conference. Uncharted is a g...
2025-04-1757 min
ComedicineS5 - E5 - Taking Care of the Black Dog with Velina TaskovTaking Care of the Black Dog with Velina TaskovThis episode was such a treat! Sarah gets to sit down and chat with comedian and veterinary technician Velina Taskov. Velina is Australian, but she now calls British Columbia her home. Velina is working towards a balance between relief work as a veterinary technician and stand up comedy. She is has found great success in both of her careers. A natural story-teller, Velina Taskov has taken the stage by storm both internationally and locally and has been seen at such events as; Kamcomedy Fest, Calgary Funny...
2025-04-031h 19
ComedicineS5 - E4 - Dr Janice Baker, Veteran, Veterinarian, ThespianDr Janice Baker, Veteran, Veterinarian, Thespian Dr Janice Lauren Baker has had an amazing career. She started out working with horses with a plan to become an equine veterinarian. She then joined the army and served 22 years in the U.S. Army and Army Reserve, over half of this time in Special Operations assignments. Special Ops People!!!! She spent the bulk of her military career taking care of working dogs. In addition to having worked over 20 years in emergency practice, she is a board-certified specialist in Veterinary Preventive Medicine with a Master's Degree in Veterinary Forensics. Sarah didn’...
2025-03-201h 13
ComedicineS5 - E3 - Emily in Research - Emily TangS5 - E3 - Emily in Research - Emily TangIn this episode, we stretch the definition of health care a bit for our delightful guest, Emily Tang. Despite the pressure to become a doctor, Emily learned early on that she is not good with nightshifts or bodily fluids, especially blood, so doctor fell off the list of possible jobs. Emily is a full-time Master's student at the University of British Columbia. Her Master's research thesis is on social media and its influences on sexual health education for immigrant women. Emily and Sarah try to...
2025-03-0641 min
ComedicineS5 - E2 - Vet-fluencer Life with Dr Molly Says - Dr. Molly BrinkmannVet-fluencer Life with Dr Molly Says In this episode, we get a chance to talk to Dr Molly Brinkmann, who is a veterinarian and content creator in the veterinary space. Molly loves people as much as she loves animals, which is not the norm for veterinary peeps. Like many of our guests, she is a polymath. She creates comedy videos for veterinarians and pet owners that educate (a bit) and entertain (a lot). She also is medical director of a small animal hospital in Franklin, Tennessee and she is the founder of The Companion Project, which brings v...
2025-02-2059 min
ComedicineS5 - E1 - The Art of Veterinary Endoscopy meets the Science of Storytelling - Dr. Eugene & Ben GorodetskyThe Art of Veterinary Endoscopy meets the Science of Storytelling Dr. Eugene Gorodetsky is a veterinary mobile endoscopist in Vancouver. Originally from Donetsk, Ukraine (then USSR) he arrived in Canada in 1990 with a pregnant wife & a pregnant dog, both of whom promptly gave birth.Among the litter of spaniel puppies was Ben,who did not grow up to be a veterinarian or a dog, but followed his own path, with a BFA from the UofA & MFA from Brooklyn College-CUNY. Ben is a performer, writer, producer, filmmaker & university lecturer.Ben is the director/host of Pinch Cabaret, an a...
2025-02-0644 min
🩺 VetoNetwork - Le podcast 📲🙏 En savoir plus avant de débuter le Veterinary Meeting eXpo 2025Bienvenue pour cette série de podcasts dédiés au Veterinary Meeting eXpo d'Orlando. Au programme, un compte rendu quasi journalier pour vous faire vivre l'ambiance et mes découvertes en quelques minutes lors de ces journées avant et pendant le VMX 2025.Pour me suivre de manière plus détaillée, vous pouvez également activer la cloche sur mon profil LinkedIn 🔔 et vous inscrire à la newsletter VetoNetwork.Et pour un suivi en live très dynamique, rejoignez les plus de 150 inscrits au Groupe WhatsApp VMX 2025.Au programme de cet épisode : ⏩ Le VMX...
2025-01-2510 min
VetFolio VoiceScribenote: Updates on the Future of Veterinary Medical RecordsTranscription technology is a powerful tool in the veterinary setting. Scribenote is an AI-powered medical scribe that helps veterinarians streamline their documentation process and improve their work-life balance by automatically generating medical records, recording client communications, creating team meeting notes and more. In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, you’ll learn what’s new at Scribenote, including improved security functionality and compliance efforts such as automatic data retention policies and SOC 2 cybersecurity compliance initiatives. Discover what the future looks like and how you can start incorporating transcription technology into your practice today.
2024-12-1948 min
VETAHEAD Pod#TheHonest Emily Merry's Journey of Innovation
In this inspiring episode of The Honest Podcast, Dr. Laila Proença welcomes Emily Merry, co-founder of ScribeNotes and a trailblazing entrepreneur in the veterinary tech space. Emily shares her incredible life story, from navigating the challenges of veterinary school to launching an AI-powered solution designed to revolutionize veterinary workflows. With candid reflections on balancing her studies, entrepreneurial ventures, and personal growth, Emily’s journey is a testament to following your curiosity and embracing new opportunities.
Join us as we delve into the pivotal moments that shaped Emily’s path, celebrating her passion for techno...
2024-10-181h 21
Web3 Wavefronts - Digestible News on Crypto, DeFi and AIDiscover the Startups Revolutionizing Food Health and Pet Care You Didnt Know AboutFive startups secured funding in September 2024, focusing on advancements in various sectors. Pairwise Plants, based in Durham, North Carolina, raised $40 million in Series C funding led by Deerfield Management. The company enhances plant breeding, targeting seedless fruits and improving crop resilience against climate change. PathPresenter, from Montville, New Jersey, received $7.5 million from Avant Bio to digitize pathology slides and improve access to global pathology knowledge. Scribenote, an AI platform for veterinarians in Ontario, raised $8.2 million led by Andreessen Horowitz to streamline medical recording and alleviate veterinarian burnout. CytoTronics, a Boston-based startup, obtained $13.5 million in Series Seed 2 f...
2024-09-2602 min
Veterinary Innovation PodcastRyan Gallagher | ScribenoteIn this week's episode of Veterinary Innovation Podcast, Shawn and Ivan chat with Ryan Gallagher from Scribenote about how their technology streamlines SOAP-format medical record-keeping, freeing up valuable time for veterinarians. Learn more about Scribenote at scribenote.com. Mr. Gallagher recommends When Breath Becomes Air Hardcover by Paul Kalanithi.
2023-10-1226 min
VetFolio VoiceScribenote: The Future of Veterinary Medical RecordsMedical records have often been referred to as “the source of truth,” and they serve many purposes for veterinary practitioners and their patients. In a perfect world, medical records provide all the details about the patient’s history, clinical findings, diagnostic test results, pre- and postoperative care, prescribed medications, and the patient’s follow up care and progress. When done well, these records can be understood by other veterinary practitioners and will support the veterinarian’s treatment decisions. As a result, many veterinarians feel enormous pressure to produce quality medical records, while still delivering the utmost level of care for their pati...
2023-08-0339 min
The Veterinary Rehabilitation Podcast7 Top tips for running a successful mobile clinic with Megan KellyMegan Kelly gained a vast amount of experience and knowledge when she started her practice as a mobile practitioner. She shares her 7 top tips on how to run a successful mobile vet rehab practice. Sign up to Scribenote: https://www.scribenote.com/ Sign up for Trello: https://trello.com/en Sign up for the ultimate pricing guide for Vetrehabbers: https://onlinepethealth.com/pricing To learn about Onlinepethealth, watch a free webinar, or join any of our Facebook groups, click here: https://onlinepethealth.com/podcast
2022-05-0317 min