Best Vca Podcasts (2024)

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Veterinary Epidemiology: Dr. Anne Kimmerlein 27:14

1d ago27:14

27:14

Dr. Kerl is pleased to welcome Dr. Anne Kimmerlein to the podcast. Listen in as Dr. Kimmerlein, a veterinary epidemiologist with VCA Medical Operations, shares her journey in veterinary medicine and her role at VCA. In their conversation, they discuss the importance of the interconnectedness between people and their pets and the growing field of ve…

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From Flying F-18s in the Navy to Securing Disaster Relief Boarding for Displaced Pets: Brian Ruditsky 16:03

16d ago16:03

16:03

In light of the recent wildfires in Southern California, Dr. Kerl welcomes Brian Ruditsky to the podcast to share about his team's response to the emergent need to find safe places to board pets of owners displaced due to mandatory evacuation orders during the Post Fire. Brian is Regional Operations Director for the Southern California region and d…

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A Conversation with VCA's Chief Client Officer: Martha Smith 24:04

1M ago24:04

24:04

On this episode of the VCA Voice Podcast, Dr. Kerl is pleased to welcome Martha Smith, VCA's Chief Client Officer. Since joining VCA in 2014, Martha has led several key growth initiatives, including the development of VCA’s ecommerce strategy and build and launch of our online store and patient portals, the development and rollout of VCA’s recent b…

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A Journey in Veterinary Neurology: Dr. Karen Kline 22:31

2M ago22:31

22:31

Dr. Kerl is pleased to welcome her long time friend and colleague, Dr. Karen Kline to the podcast. Dr. Kline has been the Medical Director and associate neurologist at the Veterinary Specialty Center of Seattle and is currently an associate neurologist and past Medical Director at VCA Northwest Veterinary Specialists in Portland, Oregon. Dr. Kline …

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Understanding the Role of VCA's Chief Operating Officer: Aaron Frazier 23:02

2M ago23:02

23:02

On this episode of the VCA Voice Podcast, Dr. Kerl is pleased to welcome Aaron Frazier, the Chief Operating Officer of VCA Animal Hospitals. Listen in as he shares his career journey and the importance of collaborating with strong industry partners to improve veterinary healthcare. In their conversation, Aaron emphasizes the need for a healthy part…

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The Joys and Challenges of Veterinary Internships: Dr. Adi Oz and Dr. Negeen Najafi 30:55

2M ago30:55

30:55

In this episode of the VCA Voice Podcast, Dr. Adi Oz and Dr. Negeen Najafi discuss their unique journeys in veterinary medicine and their decision to pursue internships. They share their experiences in veterinary school, their interest in different specialties, and the process of finding a small animal rotating internship program. In their conversa…

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Heartworm Awareness, Prevention, and Treatment: Dr. Tom Nelson 16:34

3M ago16:34

16:34

April is Heartworm Awareness Month in veterinary medicine and in light of this important issue for pets and pet owners, Dr. Kerl is pleased to welcome Dr. Tom Nelson to the podcast. Dr. Nelson is the hospital director of the VCA Animal Medical Center of Northeast Alabama and has been in private practice for 45 years. Dr. Nelson is also an expert on…

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Behind the Scenes with VCA's Virtual Care Team: Rachel Turner, CVT 26:22

4M ago26:22

26:22

In this episode, Dr. Kerl welcomes Rachel Turner, a credentialed veterinary technician and one of the managers of virtual care services for VCA. Rachel shares her journey in veterinary medicine, from starting as a part-time veterinary technician to joining the virtual care team at VCA. She discusses VCA Live Chat, which supports our clients through…

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The Role of a Veterinary Behaviorist: Dr. Lore Haug 25:30

4M ago25:30

25:30

Dr. Kerl is pleased to welcome Dr. Lore Haug to the podcast. In their conversation, they chat about Dr. Haug's journey in Veterinary Medicine, what led to her role as an Animal Behavior Specialist, and some helpful insights for new owners of puppies and kittens. Please check out the links below for further information on topics mentioned in the pod…

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Literature Around the World (at Veritas!) 9:24

5M ago9:24

9:24

Tune in to hear from our literature festival committee about the exciting activities planned for our school community next week -- including details about our Open House and Book Fair!

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An Unusual Rabies Diagnosis and Investigation in an Unlikely Place: Dr. Sharon Mix and Dr. Sydney Stein 28:38

5M ago28:38

28:38

Dr. Kerl is pleased to welcome Dr. Sharon Mix and Dr. Sydney Stein to the podcast for an intriguing episode about a rare case of rabies in Nebraska and the public health response that has taken place as a result of this case. Dr. Mix is the Medical Director of VCA Animal Medical Center of Omaha and Dr. Stein is an Epidemic Intelligence Service Offi…

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The Importance of Veterinary Dental Health: Dr. Cindy Koons 31:34

5M ago31:34

31:34

Welcome to season three of the VCA Voice Podcast! February is Dental Health Month in Veterinary Medicine and in light of this, Dr. Kerl is delighted to welcome Dr. Cindy Koons. Dr. Koons is a Regional Medical Director for VCA in the Mountain Southwest Group and is passionate about promoting dental health, which contributes to overall patient health…

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Important Information about the Opportunity Scholarship and VCA 7:53

6M ago7:53

7:53

Tune in to hear more about the expansion of the Opportunity Scholarship from Veritas Headmaster Dr. Woods, Admissions Director Buffey Smith, and business manager Missy Jenkins. Other important information included: How to apply for it. Who can and should apply for it When to apply Relationship to tuition assistance at Veritas…

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Reflections on a 30+ Year Veterinary Career: Dr. Phil Padrid 24:15

6M ago24:15

24:15

Listen in as Dr. Kerl welcomes Dr. Phil Padrid, Senior Regional Medical Director for Specialty Hospitals for VCA Animal Hospitals. With the beginning of a new year, it's a great time to reflect on years past and Dr. Padrid has enjoyed a meaningful and fulfilling career that began as a nurse practitioner for human critical care before becoming a vet…

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MAGIC HOUR - with director Alethea Jones 1:10:50

7M ago1:10:50

1:10:50

Associate Professor Nicolette Freeman skillfully delves into the Hollywood career of VCA Alumni, Alethea Jones, unraveling the directing journey behind renowned works like Grease: Rise of the Pink Ladies, Mrs. Davis, and Fun Mom Dinner, offering invaluable insights, tricks, and tips that resonate deeply with aspiring film students.…

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Innovative Technology Advancements in the Veterinary Industry: Abe Al-Murjan 23:34

7M ago23:34

23:34

Dr. Kerl welcomes Ibrahim Abe Al-Murjan, VCA's Vice President of Digital Product. In this fascinating conversation, Abe recounts the start of his career journey within VCA that eventually led to his current role overseeing an incredibly talented team of associates that are leading the way in developing veterinary industry technology that seamlessly…

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The Role of a Regional Medical Director: Dr. Patricia Dettlinger 24:26

7M ago24:26

24:26

On this episode of the VCA Voice Podcast, Dr. Kerl welcomes Dr. Patricia Dettlinger. Dr. Dettlinger is the VCA North Atlantic Regional Medical Director and an adjunct professor at Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine. She has been instrumental in the North Atlantic region's unique partnership with Monty Tech that is helping take care of the…

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Devotiones Lingua Latina 17:15

7M ago17:15

17:15

Tune in to a special episode (in Latin!) of The Voices of Veritas podcast, featuring a Conversational Latin class with Dr. Sundt, students Gracie Coe and Hannah Stage. The students share some beautiful devotions that they wrote... we hope you enjoy!

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Sustainability Practices in the Veterinary Industry: Dr. Diccon Westworth 27:35

7M ago27:35

27:35

Please join Dr. Kerl as she welcomes Dr. Diccon Westworth to the podcast. Dr. Westworth is a veterinary neurologist working in private practice in California and is leading efforts in the clinical sustainability domain to facilitate bringing people together and uniting them with a single purpose of fighting the existential problem that threatens us…

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The Fascinating Career of a Veteran in the Veterinary Industry: Jose Limon 22:17

8M ago22:17

22:17

Join in the conversation as Dr. Kerl welcomes Jose Limon, a hospital manager for VCA's West Coast region and an army veteran currently in active duty military service. Jose's incredible career journey started with VCA at the West Los Angeles Veterinary Medical Group in 1990 when VCA consisted of only three hospitals. Between 1990 and 1996, Jose was…

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Drawing from Deep: John Amos Comenius and Charlotte Mason 16:44

8M ago16:44

16:44

Tune in to hear more about the Classical difference at Veritas, and in what ways our school draws from great educational reformers such as John Amos Comenius and Charlotte Mason.

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Theatre Veritas presents Antigone 9:15

8M ago9:15

9:15

Tune in, as we talk about Theatre Veritas’s performance of Sophocle’s Antigone.

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Operational Excellence in Multisite Management: Lorrie Nimsgern 25:09

9M ago25:09

25:09

Listen in as Dr. Kerl welcomes Lorrie Nimsgern, Senior Regional Vice President of VCA's Heartland Group. In their conversation, Lorrie shares her exciting journey over her 37 years in veterinary medicine, from her beginnings as a receptionist, experience as a hospital manager, and her role as Regional Operations Director, leading primary care, spec…

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MAGIC HOUR - with Roman Coppola 1:04:03

9M ago1:04:03

1:04:03

Hollywood royalty, Roman Coppola, stopped by VCA Film and Television whilst in Melbourne and spoke with producer Stephen Luby and a cohort of students about wide-ranging topics such as screenwriting, producing, making music videos, Wes Anderson, wine, theme parks and decentralized film financing. Tune in!…

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In Conversation with Writer Gabriel Bergmoser 1:05:57

9M ago1:05:57

1:05:57

VCA Alumni and "born writer" Gabriel Bergmoser speaks about his career as an award-winning screenwriter, playwright and novelist to Ben Michael - they cover topics such as ability to be prolific, his work ethic, adaptations, Hollywood, and being a published best-seller.By VCA Film and Television

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The Role of a Regional Technician Director: Ashley Byrne 23:03

9M ago23:03

23:03

In celebration of Vet Tech Week, Dr. Kerl welcomes Ashley Byrne, LVT, CVT and Regional Technician Director for VCA's Northwest/Hawaii Region. In this episode, they discuss Ashley's 20 year long career in Veterinary Medicine and how her role has evolved over time, from her training as a technician, early days of growth with VCA, and her work with th…

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C.S. Lewis: The Abolition of Man 12:47

9M ago12:47

12:47

How might the education our students receive at Veritas, as a Classical Christian school, be a counter to the terrible education Lewis describes in The Abolition of Man? Tune in to hear an interview with Mrs. Ward (Rhetoric school teacher) about a recent course on C.S. Lewis's book that she recently completed.…

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Emergency Room Veterinary Medicine and Internships: Dr. Michele Chin 27:52

10M ago27:52

27:52

Listen in as Dr. Kerl chats with Dr. Michele Chin about her fascinating work as a career-long ER Veterinarian and her role as an intern director. For more information on the resources Dr. Chin mentions in the episode, check out the links below: North Hollywood High School Zoo Magnet Center Zoo Magnet Alumni VCA Emergency Animal Hospital and Referra…

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Pioneering the Regional Medical Director Role: Dr. Susan Zobler 24:07

10M ago24:07

24:07

Dr. Kerl welcomes Dr. Susan Zobler to the podcast to discuss her work as one of VCA's first RMDs and as an ABVP boarded individual. They also chat about Dr. Zobler's various non-work activities of regular travel and orchid collection, emphasizing the importance of having a life outside of work in our profession both for veterinarians and technician…

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From Classroom to Coop 9:53

10M ago9:53

9:53

Tune in to hear about the story of how the VCA chickens came to be in this podcast episode with fourth-grade teacher, Mrs. Black.

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Celebrating Veterinary Technicians: Julie Drinkwater 24:26

10M ago24:26

24:26

At VCA, we love to celebrate our veterinary technicians and highlight the valuable work they do within our animal hospitals. On the podcast, Dr. Kerl invites Julie Drinkwater, a Regional Technician Director with VCA to share her personal and professional journey. They discuss the importance of leadership training and support for technician supervis…

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Magic Hour - Future models of Screen Funding 28:19

11M ago28:19

28:19

In this episode, five film industry insiders give their perspective on the future of film funding. VCA Alumni, writer/director Goran Stolevski - "Of an Age" (2022) and "You Won't Be Alone" (2022) VCA Alumni Caleb Ribates - Lakad (2022)Producer Emma Roberts - VR project Gondwana (2022) Dr Kirstin Stephens - Lecturer in Arts and Cultural ManagementDr…

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Intro to The Voices of Veritas Podcast 8:10

11M ago8:10

8:10

Welcome back! We hope you enjoy tuning in to the Voices of Veritas podcast this year, as we celebrate 25 years of the good, the true, and the beautiful at Veritas. Listen in to hear about the topics we will be discussing.

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The Secret Lives of CSRs: Michelle Taylor 21:14

12M ago21:14

21:14

Join Dr. Kerl in an interview with Michelle Taylor as they discuss the secret lives of customer service representatives within VCA. In their conversation, they chat about the vital role CSRs play in keeping the day to day communication channels of an animal hospital running smoothly. Visit our website: vcavoice.com All episodes produced by dādy cre…

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Cardiology in Veterinary Medicine: Dr. Kristin MacDonald 27:55

12M ago27:55

27:55

Dr. Kerl is pleased to welcome to Dr. Kristin MacDonald as they chat about her role as a Clinical Cardiologist at the VCA Animal Care Center of Sonoma County, CA. Dr. MacDonald has served as section editor for Handbook of Small Animal Practice, published a multitude of original research papers, and is coauthor of The Textbook of Feline Cardiology, …

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Magic Hour - interview with Emmy Award-winning cinematographer Adam Arkapaw 37:15

12M ago37:15

37:15

VCA Alumni, Cinematographer Adam Arkapaw is interviewed by Assoc. Prof. Annabelle Murphy. Adam Arkapaw is an Australian cinematographer. He is best known for his work on the television series Top of the Lake and True Detective (Season 1), for which he has won two Creative Arts Emmy Awards. He is also known for his collaborations with director Justi…

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Magic Hour - with documentary director Brett Morgen 31:16

12M ago31:16

31:16

Magic Hour host Ben Michael interviews documentary director Brett Morgen about his career culminating in the 2023 release of the David Bowie documentary Moonage DaydreamBy VCA Film and Television

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VCA Charities: Diana Duncan and Kimberly West 29:48

1y ago29:48

29:48

This week, Dr. Kerl welcomes two leaders from VCA Charities, a nonprofit organization started by VCA to bring the joy of pet ownership to people by helping pets find and remain in loving homes. Kimberly West is board president and chair of VCA Charities board of directors. She is also Vice President of Corporate Affairs at VCA Animal Hospitals. Dia…

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Celebrating Pride Month and VCA's Diversity Resource Group: Dr. Christy Bell 27:18

1y ago27:18

27:18

Dr. Kerl welcomes Christy Bell, DVM, Director of Talent Acquisition and Co-lead of VCA's Pride Diversity Resource Group (DRG). In this episode of the VCA Voice podcast, they chat about Dr. Bell's role with and support of the Pride DRG, her personal and professional experiences in veterinary medicine, and her role leading student recruiting for VCA.…

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Credentialed Veterinary Technician Training and Mentorship: Julie Antonellis 24:46

1y ago24:46

24:46

At VCA, we are always innovating and pushing to evolve how care is delivered, expanding access to care for pets and their owners and improving the experience of professionals in the field. Part of this work includes celebrating our Associates that excel in teaching and training others to do the same. On this episode of the VCA Voice, Dr. Kerl inter…

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Navigating Veterinary School: Ashley Lavender 27:57

1y ago27:57

27:57

At VCA, we’re caring for the future of veterinary medicine. One important way to stay connected with that future is to hear from students working to become future veterinary professionals. On this episode, Dr. Kerl welcomes veterinary medicine student Ashley Lavender. Ashley’s interest in veterinary medicine was sparked at a young age through her p…

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Innovation in Veterinary Urgent Care: Dr. Kizzy English 23:17

1y ago23:17

23:17

Dr. Kerl is pleased to welcome Kizzy English, DVM. Dr. English began her career as a shelter veterinarian, then joined the VCA family at VCA Southeast Area Animal Hospital in Denver and later became Medical Director of VCA Fort Collins. She and her team recently opened VCA Urgent Care-Fort Collins next door to the primary care practice. In addition…

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Innovation in Veterinary Medicine: Garrett Lewis 25:36

1+ y ago25:36

25:36

Dr. Kerl welcomes Garrett Lewis, Chief Operating Officer for VCA Animal Hospitals. In their conversation, Garrett shares his career journey in the world of business that has led to his current position at VCA. They also discuss exciting new innovations within the world of veterinary medicine that benefit patients, clients, and associates. Visit our…

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Veterinary Mentorship for Career-Long Quality Care: Dr. Rocky McKelvey 20:29

1+ y ago20:29

20:29

On this episode of the VCA Voice Podcast, Dr. Kerl welcomes Rocky McKelvey, DVM. In their conversation, they cover everything from mentorship to parasite prevention. Over the past 25 years, Dr. McKelvey has seen tremendous change in not only the veterinary profession, but the perception of VCA and the concept of centralized ownership. He enjo…

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Advancements in Veterinary Oncology: Dr. Zachary Wright 23:56

1+ y ago23:56

23:56

On this episode of the VCA Voice Podcast, Dr. Kerl welcomes Zachary Wright, DVM DACVIM (oncology), Chair of the VCA Pet CancerCare Alliance , Medical Director- VCA Animal Diagnostic Clinic. In their fascinating conversation, Dr. Wright discusses the joys and challenges of working as a Veterinary Oncologist, as well as his journey with VCA. For more…

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Advancements in Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging: Dr. Dennis Keith 24:30

1+ y ago24:30

24:30

Dr. Kerl welcomes Dennis Keith DVM, DACVR. In addition to taking on the role as Regional Director for VCA's Southwest Region, Dr. Keith specializes in radiology, ultrasound, and the development of CT as a clinical useful modality for use within the Veterinary Industry. As an advocate of Hands Free Radiology, Dr. Keith is leading meaningful change t…

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Building a Culture of Veterinary Patient Safety: Dr. Scott Shaw 26:42

1+ y ago26:42

26:42

On this episode of the VCA Voice Podcast, Dr. Kerl welcomes Scott Shaw DVM, DACVECC. Dr. Shaw is a Specialty Regional Medical Director and the Director of Patient Safety for VCA. In their conversation, he details the importance of understanding how patient safety events happen in veterinary hospitals and developing systems to improve the safety of …

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VCA's Book Fair and Literature Festival 8:39

1+ y ago8:39

8:39

Veritas will be holding its first Book Fair and Literature Festival, February 6-10. Tune in to hear more details!

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Hands Free Radiology in Veterinary Medicine: Antonia Laoutaris 26:31

1+ y ago26:31

26:31

On this episode of the VCA Voice, Dr. Kerl welcomes Antonia Laoutaris RVT, VTS (Anesthesia/Analgesia). They discuss the benefits of hands free radiology and the possibilities for positive change within the veterinarian industry as well as Antonia's significant role in transitioning numerous facilities to embrace hands free policies, providing onsit…

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Animal and Human Abuse: Dr. Margaret Doyle 34:33

1+ y ago34:33

34:33

*Warning: This episode includes discussions about animal cruelty, human abuse, and neglect. It also contains graphic and disturbing language that may be difficult for some listeners to hear. Listener discretion is advised. In this first episode of Season 2, Dr. Kerl welcomes Dr. Margaret Doyle of VCA Canada. In their conversation, Dr. Doyle sheds l…

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