Empathy and Leadership in Veterinary Succession with Peter Weinstein

What does it take to lead, own, and influence the future of veterinary medicine? In this powerful episode of The Veterinary Insider Podcast, host Dr. Christie Cornelius welcomes Dr. Peter Weinstein—veterinarian, educator, author, and founder of Veterinary Ownership Advocates (VOA). With over 40 years in the industry, Dr. Weinstein shares his journey from new graduate to visionary leader, and how economic shifts, leadership lessons, and a changing profession shaped his purpose.

From the evolution of practice ownership to the realities of post-pandemic veterinary business, Dr. Weinstein offers tactical wisdom for the next generation of entrepreneurs. He discusses the importance of transparent leadership, succession planning, and why empathy is an essential skill in practice management today. You’ll also hear about his work with VOA, its unique micro-MBA program, and why collaboration—not competition—is the future of veterinary medicine.

Watch the full episode of The Veterinary Insider Podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ybAnRla0P8A

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00:00 The Importance of Colleague Support in Veterinary Medicine

00:45 A Journey Through Veterinary Medicine: 1980s to Pandemic

07:54 Navigating Change: Lessons from the Pandemic

14:10 Fostering the Next Generation of Veterinary Entrepreneurs

18:05 Veterinary Ownership Advocacy: Bridging the Gap

23:59 Collaboration Among Veterinary Organizations

30:10 Succession Planning in Veterinary Practices

36:01 The Role of Mentorship in Veterinary Careers

41:47 Balancing Life and Veterinary Advocacy