Veterinary Today Podcast

From X-Ray to Ultrasound: Building Stronger Imaging Skills in Practice

Kimberly King, CVT, shares her unique path into veterinary medicine and why imaging became her professional passion. Now at Veterinary Diagnostic Centers, Kim helps run t

Everything You Need to Know About the VTNE: Eligibility, Prep, and Test Day Tips

Whether you are a veterinary technician student gearing up for the VTNE, a practice owner mentoring a vet tech hopeful, or a CVT who has been putting off licensure, this

Innovating Veterinary Education: A Conversation with Mark Acierno, DVM

In this episode of Veterinary Today, we’re joined by Dr. Mark Acierno, Associate Dean at Midwestern University's College of Veterinary Medicine. With a career that s

The Art of Fear-Free Veterinary Care

In this episode, Dr. Sally Foote dives deep into the world of low-stress veterinary care, sharing techniques that reduce animal aggression and staff injury. As a leader i

Unlocking the Power of Neurodiversity in Veterinary Clinics with Alyssa Brown

Join us for a thoughtful conversation with Alyssa Brown, a Certified Veterinary Technician (CVT) and Registered Laboratory Animal Technician (RLATg), as they explore the

The Veterinary Education Journey with Dr. Coretta Patterson

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Coretta Patterson, an esteemed veterinarian with a passion for teaching and curriculum development. Dr. Patterson walks us through h

Revolutionizing Mentorship in Veterinary Care with Dr. Addie Reinhardt

In this episode of Veterinary Today, Dr. Addie Reinhardt, Founder and CEO of MentorVet, discusses the evolving role of mentorship in veterinary care. She shares her perso

Shaping the Future of Veterinary Medicine: Community Outreach & Career Exploration with Dr. Shannon Greeley & Dr. Allyson Harris

Join Dr. Shannon Greeley and Dr. Allyson Harris as they discuss the incredible impact of community outreach programs designed to engage high school students in veterinary

Leaders Aren’t Born, They’re Made: Practical Leadership Habits for Veterinary Teams

Dr. Jennifer Quammen, DVM, MPH, AVMA President-Elect (2025–2026) joins Veterinary Today from the ISVMA Annual Conference to talk about leadership that strengthens you and

Veterinary Leadership in Transition: Dr. Matt Bussan Passes the Gavel to Dr. Kate Brucker

In this special episode of Veterinary Today, we sit down with Dr. Matt Bussan, the outgoing president of the Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association (ISVMA), and Dr

HPAI in Illinois: What Veterinarians Need to Know Right Now

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) continues to impact animal health across the U.S.—and Illinois veterinarians play a critical role in early detection, prevention,

What is One Health, and How Does it Impact You?

One Health is a global, collaborative goal that seeks to understand how everything in our world is connected to each other. One Health as a multi-sectoral and trans-disc

Veterinary Today Podcast: Legislation, Education, New ISVMA Member Categories

Tune in and learn about key issues that affect the veterinary profession in Illinois and, in turn, you and your practice! Dr. Sandra Faeh, President, AVMA, discusses how

Veterinary Today Podcast: Illinois' New, Proposed College of Veterinary Medicine

Midwestern University in Downers Grove will be the home of Illinois’ proposed second college of veterinary medicine and teaching hospital. Not since the installation of

Veterinary Today Podcast: Veterinarian and Stand-Up Comedian Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald at 142nd ISVMA Annual Convention

“You just can’t make this stuff up!” Kevin Fitzgerald, DVM, DABVP, PhD, brings a light-hearted veterinary stand-up comedy Keynote presentation at the 142nd ISVMA Annual

Veterinary Today Podcast: Dr. Mark Ernst, Illinois' State Veterinarian - H5N1, Asian Longhorned Tick

Emerging developments surrounding the spread of avian influenza (H5N1) into our nation’s dairy supply are ongoing and ever-changing. Meanwhile, Illinois has a new invasi

Veterinary Today Podcast: Dr. Matthew Allender Talks Turtles, Zoonotic Diseases and Zoo Veterinary Practice

When you consider wildlife … specifically wildlife medicine and research … that’s a world as big as all of the outdoors! Dr. Matthew Allender, Clinical Associate Profess

Veterinary Today Podcast: Northgate Pet Clinic Clinical Trials Program

An innovative veterinary pharmaceutical clinical trials program has been operating at a central Illinois pet clinic for more than 10 years, allowing pet owners to enroll

Veterinary Today Podcast: Using Social Media to Enhance Your Hospital's Community Image

Social media is a free marketing tool in which any veterinary clinic or hospital can easily use! Instantaneous outreach and promotion are important to any business, and e

Veterinary Today Podcast: Dr. Brad Ryan, 141st Annual Convention Keynote Speaker

Work/Life balance, and how we handle stress in both personal and professional worlds is always present and, for some, can be a constant challenge. In the veterinary prof