Follow DrAndyRoark, filter it, and define how you want to receive the news (via Email, RSS, Telegram, WhatsApp etc.) https://follow.it/dr-andy-roark Wed, 22 Mar 2023 11:31:27 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLwr_ezoG9cjNKgHTd9OkkKt The Cone of Shame Veterinary Podcast Hits 1 Million Plays The first episode of the Cone of Shame Veterinary Podcast was a Skype call with my friend Dr. Sarah Boston. She had written an article about “Emotional Blackmail” that really spoke to me, and I decided I wanted to talk to her about it. I […]]]> Fri, 17 Mar 2023 21:40:53 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLwr_ezoG9cjNKgHTd9OkkKt https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLz6Q0yzPA0xXcqq6eZJzUh9 The days of veterinarians owning the majority of veterinary practices seem to be permanently behind us. Does this mean that practice ownership by veterinary healthcare providers is coming to an end? Economist Dr. Matthew Salois joins the podcast to discuss the future of ownership and equity in veterinary medicine. Cone Of Shame Veterinary Podcast · […]]]> Thu, 16 Mar 2023 07:16:38 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLz6Q0yzPA0xXcqq6eZJzUh9 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLz_m4uC5UUKJgp41t9tiERU Over this past year, I’ve found myself reexamining a number of beliefs I had formed as a child. Some of these reflections come from the fact that I’m getting older. Some come from my wife’s cancer diagnosis last year. And some are simply a recognition that the world is changing and I would like to […]]]> Thu, 09 Mar 2023 18:49:31 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLz_m4uC5UUKJgp41t9tiERU https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLy38GvwLZOfNW0dX84dnP8Y Dr. Bonnie Price, Director of Lincoln Memorial University’s Master of Veterinary Clinical Care Program, joins the podcast to discuss LMU’s new master’s program for technicians, its objectives and the pushback against the program. Dr. Price and Dr. Andy Roark also discuss the current state of technician credentialing and what the future looks like for the […]]]> Wed, 08 Mar 2023 23:49:05 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLy38GvwLZOfNW0dX84dnP8Y https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLwjXX9g0caztCuZukmJ4mr4 I love picking up new colorful phrases. I especially find joy in short sayings that express a pile of emotions in itty-bitty packages. A recent phrase caught my attention when I asked someone how they have been doing and they replied “Busy. My plate runneth over.” The combination of “my plate is full” with “my […]]]> Fri, 03 Mar 2023 01:52:06 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLwjXX9g0caztCuZukmJ4mr4 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLyYV1H-4Mjkki3FFO_xyF25 Veterinary cardiologist Dr. Anna McManamey joins the podcast to give us a quick and dirty refresher on the Congestive Heart Failure drugs just about every clinic is carrying. This is a great episode that is perfect for anyone who wants to dust off their cardiology drug knowledge and feel comfortable with the congestive heart failure […]]]> Thu, 02 Mar 2023 00:20:00 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLyYV1H-4Mjkki3FFO_xyF25 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLz9tECxxOhIG0QqW5gBv7mX Ken Yagi MS, RVT, VTS joins the podcast to talk about an unaccredited veterinary technician apprenticeship in the state of Washington, the quagmire that is technician certification standardization, the term “Veterinary Nurse” and how practices can change the way they leverage their support staff. Cone Of Shame Veterinary Podcast · COS – 186 – Unaccredited […]]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2023 19:58:14 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLz9tECxxOhIG0QqW5gBv7mX https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLxln02MZ1DfDBeIF_fEM9tn The most common personal development mistake I see when it comes to working on new leadership or communication skills is not positioning yourself to get credit for your work. Yes, I’m looking at you team leads, associate veterinarians, medical directors, managers, and anyone working in corporate practices working hard on your skillset.  You work so […]]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2023 18:44:43 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLxln02MZ1DfDBeIF_fEM9tn https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLxOGokG2d2KPJONpYks2fGs A few weeks ago, I published one of my Cone of Shame podcasts on “Intentional Discounting.” I talked with Dr. Tannetje Crocker about when and how she gives discounts to clients in the emergency room, and the episode certainly got peoples’ attention. I ended up getting a bit of criticism over the piece, and now […]]]> Fri, 17 Feb 2023 19:59:15 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLxOGokG2d2KPJONpYks2fGs https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLzUQu3WA-lLSGW0GqTRQSgk Sheri Gilmartin, head of data services at Vetsource, joins the podcast today to break down data on what happened in 2022 at over 6500 veterinary practices across the United States. In short, patient visits were down and prices were up, but the story is much more complicated than that. Let’s get into it! Cone Of […]]]> Thu, 16 Feb 2023 03:57:25 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLzUQu3WA-lLSGW0GqTRQSgk https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLxt5-JV9vRWEavLeqE6yv18 My oldest daughter recently got her learner’s permit. This permit now allows her to practice driving a car as long as an adult is with her. She is beyond excited. So it comes at no surprise when she asks if I’ll ride around with her at least once per day. Helping teach my daughter how […]]]> Fri, 10 Feb 2023 21:33:05 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLxt5-JV9vRWEavLeqE6yv18 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLxXCCS-wmhxd5ONpYks2fGs Dr. Karen Felsted joins the podcast to explain the rollercoaster ride that has been the veterinary practice sale market over the last 5-10 years. If you are interested in understanding corporate consolidation in the veterinary industry, or in one day buying or owning a veterinary practice yourself, this episode is not to be missed! Cone […]]]> Fri, 10 Feb 2023 01:13:12 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLxXCCS-wmhxd5ONpYks2fGs https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLzkt_e5dSSbRQX50KYzL9tX My friend Dr. Bruce Franke turned 57 last week. His birthday also happened to fall on his 30 year anniversary working at Bay Animal Hospital (not counting the three years he worked in the kennel in high school). Bruce’s expectations for the day were pretty low. With his practice down three doctors in recent months, […]]]> Fri, 03 Feb 2023 19:00:08 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLzkt_e5dSSbRQX50KYzL9tX https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLzHfVttRGKmFJONpYks2fGs Veterinary cardiologist Dr. Anna McManamey joins the podcast to talk about how she approaches the coughing cat. Is this a cardiology problem, or is it something else? If it is a cardiac problem, how do we even get diagnostics without putting the patient in danger? All that and more on this episode! Cone Of Shame […]]]> Fri, 27 Jan 2023 21:00:19 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLzHfVttRGKmFJONpYks2fGs https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLygT1tGoJvqmETXPGaG87AR Every week I write a letter like this. I also talk to clients in the exam room, and publish two podcasts and a dozen social media posts. I teach multiple classes on communication, leadership and management in Uncharted, and sometimes I travel and speak at conferences. All that to say… I put a lot of […]]]> Fri, 27 Jan 2023 19:32:56 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLygT1tGoJvqmETXPGaG87AR https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLxgIJ6k5_KaMbb9ICM-PHur Dr. Katie Cutter, co-founder of BoosterPet, joins Dr. Andy Roark to explain how her practices utilize in-person veterinary technicians and remote veterinarians to provide wellness care to pets. Cone Of Shame Veterinary Podcast · COS – 182 – The Technician Is Here. The Doctor Is Remote. You can also listen to this episode on Apple Podcasts, […]]]> Thu, 26 Jan 2023 20:37:16 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLxgIJ6k5_KaMbb9ICM-PHur https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLyQZGOZtPC1P1e5jCclomp- How you introduce yourself matters. An introduction helps tell people a bit about yourself, your personality, and can help you create a positive impression. Are you putting your best foot forward with your introduction? Over the years, I’ve worked with and introduced dozens of veterinary speakers at conferences and browsed hundreds of veterinary clinic websites. […]]]> Fri, 20 Jan 2023 17:32:23 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLyQZGOZtPC1P1e5jCclomp- https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLwsmxvdOwkvHX-fx8LWuXng Dr. Tannetje’ Crocker joins Dr. Andy Roark to talk about the idea of “intentional discounting.” What happens when veterinarians are able to openly discount (or even give away) services to pet owners in need? Let’s get into it! Cone Of Shame Veterinary Podcast · COS – 181 – When ER Vets Get To Give Discounts […]]]> Tue, 17 Jan 2023 00:07:15 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLwsmxvdOwkvHX-fx8LWuXng https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLxjt-XgZU3YoFe5jCclomp- What’s your #1 resolution for the new year? Mine is to be bored more often. It recently dawned on me that I live my life in a state of perpetual distraction. If I’m not actively engaged with something, I listen to podcasts or audiobooks on my headphones or scroll on my phone in search of […]]]> Fri, 13 Jan 2023 17:50:04 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLxjt-XgZU3YoFe5jCclomp- https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLwvDWVQvxJqfjErtZyObPkc The original Anesthesia Nerd, Tasha McNerney, is back on the podcast! In this pearl-packed episode, Tasha runs through her anesthesia crash cart and breaks down what she has ready to go and why. This is an excellent refresher for anyone who wants to cement their emergency anesthesia drugs into memory. Cone Of Shame Veterinary Podcast […]]]> Fri, 13 Jan 2023 01:47:22 +0200 https://api.follow.it/track-rss-story-click/v3/wHIui0ETlLwvDWVQvxJqfjErtZyObPkc