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Business of Practice Podcast

Business of Practice 144 Episodes Aug 18, 2026

Welcome to EquiManagement's The Business of Practice podcast, where we focus on the fiscal, financial and human sides of equine veterinary medicine.

Episodes

Performance-Based Compensation with Dr. Christine Staten | Ep. 146
Performance-Based Compensation with Dr. Christine Staten | Ep. 146 Aug 18, 2026 28:19 In this episode, Christine Staten, DVM, MBA, explains how she introduced performance-based compensation at her mixed animal practice. Staten developed a skills-based tier system with transparent pay and a clear path for advancement.To learn more, you can contact Staten through her website: veterinary-mba.comThe Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by CareCredit.This information is shared
Practicing Self-Compassion with Dr. Stacey Cordivano | Ep. 145
Practicing Self-Compassion with Dr. Stacey Cordivano | Ep. 145 Aug 4, 2026 19:26 In this episode, Dr. Stacey Cordivano joins us to discuss the importance of self-compassion for veterinarians. She discusses how negative self-talk can harm mental health, highlights research showing that self-compassion is a key factor in building resilience, and shares important resources for veterinarians who want to learn more.The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by CareCredit.Th
Getting Involved in Organized Veterinary Medicine with Drs. Katie Larson and Sherri Gard | Ep. 144
Getting Involved in Organized Veterinary Medicine with Drs. Katie Larson and Sherri Gard | Ep. 144 Jul 21, 2026 30:38 In this episode, Drs. Katie Larson and Sherri Gard joined us to discuss how they became involved in organized veterinary medicine. Through her work with the Virginia VMA, Dr. Gard has had the opportunity to influence state legislation. Dr. Larson has served on the Horses at Risk working group for The Foundation for the Horse, as well as vice president and president of the New Hampshire VMA.The Bus
The Ethics of Equine Emergency Care with Dr. Barb Crabbe | Ep. 143
The Ethics of Equine Emergency Care with Dr. Barb Crabbe | Ep. 143 Jul 7, 2026 25:19 In this episode, Barb Crabbe, DVM, MA, joined us to discuss the ethics of emergency care in equine veterinary practice. Veterinarians have an ethical duty to provide care to animals, but they must also prioritize their personal health and wellness. Finding that balance is “one of the most difficult things in equine veterinary medicine,” Dr. Crabbe explained, and individuals must make decisions bas
How to Evaluate and Resolve Ethical Dilemmas in Equine Practice with Dr. Barb Crabbe | Ep. 142
How to Evaluate and Resolve Ethical Dilemmas in Equine Practice with Dr. Barb Crabbe | Ep. 142 Jun 23, 2026 24:37 In this episode, Barb Crabbe, DVM, MA, joined us to discuss how equine veterinarians can use a basic ethical construct to evaluate and resolve ethical dilemmas and minimize moral distress. She defined ethical decisions versus ethical dilemmas, shared the work done to upgrade the ethics of veterinary medicine, and more.The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by CareCredit.This informatio
Silencing Your Inner Critic with Julie Squires | Ep. 141
Silencing Your Inner Critic with Julie Squires | Ep. 141 Jun 9, 2026 24:53 In this episode, Julie Squires, a certified compassion fatigue specialist and master certified life coach, joined us again to offer advice on silencing your inner critic. Everyone has a voice in their head that is sometimes unkind. Squires said when we take that negative talk to heart, “it becomes what we believe.” Negative thoughts can create feelings that lead to stress and nervous system deregu
How Equine Veterinarians Can Build Confidence with Julie Squires | Ep. 140
How Equine Veterinarians Can Build Confidence with Julie Squires | Ep. 140 May 26, 2026 27:52 In this episode, Julie Squires, a certified compassion fatigue specialist and master certified life coach, joined us to discuss ways equine veterinarians can build confidence in themselves and others. Self-doubt can lead to stress, decreased adaptability, and anxiety. Squires explained some deliberate steps veterinarians can take to overcome imposter syndrome. She also discussed how mentors can he
Veterinary Well-Being Study Results with Dr. Cara Wright | Ep. 139
Veterinary Well-Being Study Results with Dr. Cara Wright | Ep. 139 May 12, 2026 31:54 In this episode, Cara Wright, DVM, MS, IVCA, shared the results from four veterinary well-being studies released by Merck Animal Health. These studies have tracked mental health, burnout, and well-being trends among U.S. veterinarians and their teams. Wright reported that 74% of veterinarian respondents are satisfied with their careers. She also shared three factors that are statistically tied to
Minority Equity Share Offers for Associate Veterinarians with Dr. Charlotte Lacroix | Ep. 138
Minority Equity Share Offers for Associate Veterinarians with Dr. Charlotte Lacroix | Ep. 138 Apr 28, 2026 24:58 In this episode, Charlotte Lacroix, DVM, JD, owner of Veterinary Business Advisors, Inc., discussed minority equity share offers for equine practice associates. These offers are becoming increasingly common as signing or retention bonuses, often from large corporate practices, but associates usually have very little ability to negotiate the terms. She explained the important questions associates s
Current State of the Equine Veterinary Industry with Dr. Chris Doherty | Ep. 137
Current State of the Equine Veterinary Industry with Dr. Chris Doherty | Ep. 137 Apr 14, 2026 28:49 In this episode, Chris Doherty, DVM, MBA, CBV, assistant director of strategic business research and outreach for the AVMA, discussed the current state of the equine veterinary industry. He reviewed data collected from the 2026 AVMA Economic State of the Veterinary Profession report and discussed topics including early-career compensation, veterinary educational debt, average equine associate sala
Helping Clients Afford Care with Kate Hayes | Ep. 136
Helping Clients Afford Care with Kate Hayes | Ep. 136 Mar 31, 2026 20:50 In this episode, Kate Hayes, Vice President of Equine Expansion at CareCredit, discussed strategies to help clients afford care during challenging economic times.According to the recent Equine Lifetime of Care Study, 85% of horse owners experience financial stress, especially when faced with unexpected veterinary bills. Hayes said practices that provide clear estimates and payment options to help
What Current Economic Indicators Mean for Veterinarians with Katelyn McCullock | Ep. 135
What Current Economic Indicators Mean for Veterinarians with Katelyn McCullock | Ep. 135 Mar 17, 2026 37:52 In this episode, Katelyn McCullock, Chief Economist and Director of AVMA’s Economic Division, discussed current economic indicators and what they mean for veterinarians. She talked about trends in consumer spending, credit card delinquencies, mortgage rates, and artificial intelligence. She also discussed the top three things veterinarians need to pay attention to in this economic client.McCullock

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