Standardize, not stigmatize, mental health
Jimmy sits down with Heidi Hulon, DVM, CCFP, MHFA, CPPP, a Well-Being Consulting Veterinarian with Elanco Animal Health to discuss mental health and well-being in clinics, and ways to support staff and employees through challenging times.trigger warning: mention of suicideShow notes:Contact the podcast team: AllThingsVetPodcast@Pattersonvet.comSuicide Prevention Hotlines: US & Canada: 988 Learn more about NOMV https://nomv.org/Connect with Dr. Heidi Hulon https://my.elanco.com/usShop Pivetal NOMV Cohesive Wrap https://www.pattersonvet.com/Supplies/ProductFamilyDetails/PIF_11218565-step MHFA Action Plan (ALGEE) for Suicide Prevention blog https://www.pattersonvet.com/blog/5-step-mhfa-action-plan-algee-for-suicide-prevention
8 Maj 42min
OSHA Compliance simplified
Making gold-standard compliance a habit helps your practice avoid errors that lead to employee safety hazards and costly OSHA fines. Host Jimmy Dorough talks about best practices with Karson Carpenter, president of Compliance Training Partners, an organization that provides trainings and other resources to keep veterinary practices OSHA compliant.Show notes:Contact the podcast team: AllThingsVetPodcast@Pattersonvet.comGet to know Compliance Training Partners: https://compliancetrainingpartners.com/online-training/Learn more about Patterson resources: https://www.pattersonvet.com/software/security-compliance
11 Apr 25min
Compliance programs in action
Vet compliance programs do more than just prevent a bad OSHA inspection. They keep patients, staff and your practice’s reputation safe because they include staff CE, safety data sheet management and more. In this episode Jimmy Dorough talks with Renee Karlik, regulatory compliance specialist at TotalSDS, about elements of effective clinic compliance.Podcast listeners are eligible for 1 free month of AutoSDS. Use code ATVSDS to redeem. Available through 5/15/2025.Show notes:Contact the podcast team: AllThingsVetPodcast@Pattersonvet.comExperience automated safety data sheets https://www.pattersonvet.com/software/security-compliance/autosds-online-safety-data-sheetsGet to know full scope compliance training https://www.pattersonvet.com/services/osha-compliance-safety-resources#Learn more about Patterson Veterinary Academy CE https://pattersonvetacademy.com/Learn more about Compliance Training Partners https://compliancetrainingpartners.com/online-training/
10 Apr 22min
Equipment Service: A Key Ingredient to a Successful Practice
Knowledgeable maintenance keeps equipment breakdowns from creating havoc with clinic budgets, schedules and care. In this episode, Jimmy talks to service technician Kris Fluke, who has been servicing veterinary equipment for a decade. He shares the most common problems that occur and what practices can do to prevent issues.Show notes:Contact the podcast team: AllThingsVetPodcast@Pattersonvet.comLearn more about Patterson TechEdge repair and support pattersonvet.com/services/repair-support
13 Mars 37min
Splashing into 2025: Catching up with The Bird Bath podcast’s Ryan Leech
2024 was a busy year in the veterinary industry. From the mid-level practitioner role approved through a formal vote in Colorado, to increases in investment in vet practice acquisitions and the availability of pet insurance, 2024 brought notable change. Jimmy talks with Ryan Leech, host of The Bird Bath podcast about what took place and what it might mean going forward into 2025.Show notes:The Bird Bath podcast > https://thebirdbath.transistor.fm/Contact the podcast team: > AllThingsVetPodcast@Pattersonvet.comLearn more about our offerings > https://pattersonvet.com
13 Feb 33min
Encouraging better dental compliance
Strong compliance can push the results of your dental care further. While it’s not always easy to achieve, there are time-tested tips that can make compliance more likely. Jimmy talks with Darlene Geekie, RVT and Dr. Doug McInnis from Western Vet Partners about ways to build dental compliance and improve health for the long term.Show notes:Contact the podcast team: > AllThingsVetPodcast@Pattersonvet.comConnect with Western Veterinary Partners > https://westernvetpartners.com/Learn more about Patterson > https://pattersonvet.com
6 Feb 59min
IT in Veterinary Practices
Jimmy talks with Beth Cruz and Jennifer James of pute.us IT about the unique technological needs in the veterinary field. They’ll discuss how to choose and use IT to make your practice more efficient and effective, offering a higher standard of care while freeing staff from routine work.Show notes:Contact the podcast team: > AllThingsVetPodcast@pattersonvet.comLearn more about Patterson > https://pattersonvet.comFind out about Pute > https://www.pattersonvet.com/services/pute
9 Jan 52min
Importance of community
When veterinary practices and other businesses dedicated to animal health connect with the communities they serve, they stay tied to their mission and work more effectively. Jimmy talks with Patterson Foundation Senior Manager Lindsay Stewart about strategies that make local involvement possible.Show notes:Contact the podcast team: > AllThingsVetPodcast@pattersonvet.comFind out about the Patterson Foundation > https://ourpattersonfoundation.org/ Learn more about Patterson Veterinary > https://pattersonvet.com
12 Dec 202431min
