The Passionate Pawedcast

This week on The Passionate Pawedcast, we’re pulling back the curtain on Surgery Intern Secrets with Dr. Taylor Massengale and Dr. Navjit Mahal. 🗂️💉 From marathon days in the OR to the emotional weight of the job, these two surgical interns get real about the grit, growth, and grace it takes to survive—and thrive—during one of the most intense years in veterinary medicine.

This week on The Passionate Pawedcast, we’re turning down the lights and dialing up the focus—because it’s all about anesthesia. 🌀 Join us for All About Anesthesia VTS with Meagan Crowley, a Veterinary Technician Specialist in Anesthesia and Analgesia. Meagan walks us through her path to specialization, what it takes to keep patients safe and pain-free, and the critical thinking skills behind every dose and data point.

This week on The Passionate Pawedcast, we’re talking Recognition with Client Care Specialist, Alexandra Hendricks. She opens up about what it truly means to feel seen at work—and how hollow recognition can sometimes do more harm than good. Tune in as Alexandra shares what genuine appreciation looks like, why it matters, and how it can change the culture of a team from the inside out.

This week on the Passionate Pawedcast, we dive into the topic of caregiver fatigue with Approved Veterinary Assistant, Cat Strong! Cat shares her personal experiences navigating the emotional toll of veterinary care, offering insight into the challenges and importance of recognizing compassion fatigue. Tune in as we explore the realities of supporting others while remembering to care for ourselves.💕

This week on the Passionate Pawedcast, we’re exploring Misconceptions About Oncology with Veterinary Oncologist Dr. Mairin Miller! Tune in as she unpacks common myths surrounding veterinary cancer care, shares the heart behind her work, and offers insight into the compassionate and hopeful side of oncology.

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This week on the Passionate Pawedcast, we’re diving into Destination Dermatology with Veterinary Dermatologist Dr. Nicole Boynosky! Tune in as she shares her journey and her passion for this incredible specialty.

This week on the Passionate Pawedcast, we discuss Veterinary Pharmacy: Beyond the Rx with Veterinary Pharmacist, Dr. Margo Karriker! Learn about all of the different ways a veterinary pharmacist supports their hospital and community.

This week on the Passionate Pawedcast, we discuss Communication with Dr. Alysia Empert-Gallegos! We discuss communication and how it can impact our day to day (especially non-verbal communication!)

This week on the Passionate Pawedcast, we discuss The Delicate Art of Euthanasia with Registered Veterinary Technician, Adriana Lucha! We discuss the intricacies surrounding euthanasia's and explore how we can improve it as a field.

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This week on the Passionate Pawedcast, we discuss Compassion Fatigue with Registered Veterinary Technician Scarlett Stanger! We discuss the signs of compassion fatigue and how to help mitigate it.

This is the Season 2 premiere on the Passionate Pawedcast! This week we discuss The Ultimate Neurology Team with Veterinary Neurologists Dr. Liz Gagnepain and Dr. John Gagnepain! Listen to how they would build their Ultimate Team and how they are inspired by the amazing people within their department.

This is the season 1 finale on the Passionate Pawedcast! I bring back Kristin Stephens VTS(CP) as a host to interview me! I discuss Advocacy for self, colleagues, clients, pets and the community as a whole.

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