The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360

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  420: In the Beam: Veterinary Laser Therapy 23.07.2026 18min

  This episode is sponsored by INDIBA | K-LaserOn this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, sits down with Ryan McKenzie, DVM, to discuss K-Laser veterinary laser therapy and the science of photobiomodulation. They cover how K-Laser's FDA-cleared devices work, real-world success stories, surprising applications like pancreatitis and feline lower urinary tract disease, and the ROI case for making laser therapy standard practice. 
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  419: Rewarding and Retaining Your Staff in a Transition 07.07.2026 5min

  This episode is sponsored by Monarch Practice Transitions On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, sits down with Chris Rocchio, DVM, to discuss one of the most overlooked aspects of selling a veterinary practice: keeping your team intact through the transition.
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  418: Practically perfect ophthalmology tips 30.06.2026 29min

  Eye problems can stump even seasoned GPs, but they don't have to. On this episode of Vet Blast Podcast, host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, sits down with veterinary ophthalmologist Kenneth Pierce, DVM, MS, DACVO, for a crash course in everyday ophthalmology. How do you tell cataracts from nuclear sclerosis in seconds? What's the smartest way to triage a corneal ulcer? And which red flags mean "emergency" the moment they walk through the door? Pierce breaks it all down with practical, step-by-step guidance you can use in clinic tomorrow.
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  416: Modernizing Veterinary Practices Through Smart Financing 25.06.2026 7min

  This episode is sponsored by KLC Financial. What if you didn't have to wait until you had the cash to upgrade your practice? In this episode of Vet Blast presented by dvm360, and recorded live at Fetch Nashville, guest host Caitlin McCafferty, content producer for dvm360, and Erin Wondra, sales representative for KLC Financial, diving into the world of veterinary equipment financing and leasing, and why more practices than you might think are using it as a smart, strategic tool. From busting common myths to breaking down how to prioritize investments one step at a time, this conversation is packed with practical insights for any practice owner looking to modernize, expand services, and set their clinic up for long-term success.
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  417: Keep your cats busy 23.06.2026 28min

  In this episode of the Vet Blast Podcast, Dr. Adam Christman sits down with Tabitha Kucera, RVT, VTS (Behavior), CCBC, KPA-CTP, FFCP  to talk all things feline enrichment. Kucera shares practical, low-cost strategies for letting cats express their natural instincts at home, from scent enrichment using silver vine and catnip to puzzle feeders that tap into a cat's innate hunt-seek-forage behavior. She emphasizes the importance of tailoring enrichment to the individual cat — including those managing obesity or chronic pain, and reminds caregivers that enrichment doesn't have to be time-consuming or expensive. 
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  415: PerioVive: Regenerative Support Through Hyaluronic Acid for Every Dental Procedure 18.06.2026 7min

  This episode is sponsored by PerioViveOn this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, and recorded live at Fetch Nashville, Adam Christman, DVM, MBA sat down with Elizabeth Wright Smith, DVM, MS, chief veterinary officer at Periovive, to talk about the company's hyaluronic acid–based dental gel and what's next in its product lineup. Together, the pair digs into how the gel supports periodontal healing and helps manage chronic oral conditions in dogs and cats, while also exploring why it's a smart addition for veterinary practices looking to combine strong clinical results with real profitability.
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  414: Beyond the exam room: Pride month in veterinary medicine 16.06.2026 25min

  In this special Pride Month episode of the Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, our host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, sits down with Tripp Oliphant, DVM, for an honest, vulnerable conversation about growing up LGBTQIA+ in the veterinary profession. Together they explore what it was like coming of age with little representation, the pressure to channel identity into achievement and perfectionism, and the realities of coming out, not just once, but again and again throughout a career and a life.
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  413: Using communication to defuse client conflict 09.06.2026 29min

  On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA,  welcomes Debra Hamilton, JD, to the show to discuss the importance of communication in veterinary medicine. Throughout the episode, Hamilton emphasizes the need for veterinarians to build relationships with clients by asking curious questions and being transparent. 
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  412: The kaleidoscope of practice ownership 02.06.2026 23min

  On this week's episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, welcomes Josh Sanabria, DVM, back to show to discuss what it was like for Sanabria to sell his practice.  Throughout the episode, the duo talks about the emotional and practice challenges of practice ownership, the need for a balanced life, and what it will feel like when his name is removed from the practice doors. 
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  411: Strategic advancements in wound therapy: Evidence-based pathways 28.05.2026 53min

  This episode is sponsored by NovaQuis Health.During this live recording from Fetch Nashville of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, our host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, teamed up with colleagues to break down the latest in wound care. Joined by Justin Ganjei, DVM, DACVS-SA, and Kelly Sovey DVM, CVA, the trio highlighted how critical vascular preservation and tracking the precise stages of healing are to a patient's recovery.
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  410: Rehab rewritten: Inside the handbook of canine exercise therapy 26.05.2026 32min

  On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, our host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, and his 3 guests Leilani Alvarez, DVM, DACVSMR, CVA, CCRT, Kara Amstutz, DVM, DACVSMR (Canine), CVA, CVPP, CCRT, and Jennifer A Repac, DVM, DACVSMR  discuss the importance of exercise therapy for dogs, emphasizing that it should be considered a therapeutic intervention from the start. 
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  409: Canine Osteoarthritis: Early Signs, Late Care: Closing the OA Gap in Dogs 21.05.2026 21min

  This episode is sponsored by Zoetis. Canine osteoarthritis is far more common, and far more underdiagnosed, than most veterinary professionals realize. In a recent episode of the Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, sat down with Mikayla Mayland, DVM, DACVS, to discuss the latest thinking on osteoarthritis in dogs and why early recognition matters more than ever.Throughout the episode, the duo challenges everything veterinary professionals thought they knew about canine osteoarthritis, from which dogs are actually at risk to what the real first step of OA management is.
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  408: Making end of life a beautiful experience 19.05.2026 26min

  In this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, and Colleen Ellis, CT, CPLP, unpack how veterinary teams can reframe euthanasia as an honor, not a failure, through better hospice and palliative conversations, thoughtful memorial options, and intentional clinic protocols. Learn practical, clinician-focused ways to support grieving pet parents while also protecting your team’s emotional well-being.
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  407: The microbiome through the early life In puppies and kittens 12.05.2026 34min

  You can register for Fetch Encore here today! On this week's episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360,  host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, and Emmanuel Fontaine DVM, MSc, PhD, DECAR, discuss the importance of microbiome development in neonatal puppies and kittens. Throughout the episode, the duo unpacks how puppies and kittens inherit their mother’s microbiome, why C-sections and weaning can disrupt that process,  how colostrum, nutrition, and smart hygiene can set the stage for lifelong health, and more. 
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  406: Mobility Matters: A Multimodal Approach to Keeping Pets Moving Keeping Pets Moving 07.05.2026 31min

  This podcast sponsored by Virbac. In honor of Mobility Awareness Month this May, dvm360 is shining a spotlight on the movement health of veterinary patients. Joining host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, is Kara Amstutz, DVM, DACVSMR (Canine), CVA, CVPP, CCRT, to discuss how proactive mobility care profoundly impacts the quality and duration of life for aging pets.Together, they explore the necessity of a comprehensive, multimodal approach, integrating pain management, targeted nutrition, and physical exercise, while highlighting the essential role joint supplements play in long-term support.
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  405: Nutritional related dermatopathies 05.05.2026 18min

  Learn more and register for Fetch Encore: Nutrition Virtual Symposium here today.On this week's episode,  host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, welcomes Robert Ward, BVM&S, MSc, MRCVS, DACVD,  to talk all things nutrition dermatoses. Throughout the episode, Ward and Christman unpack how nutrition quietly drives many skin and coat problems in pets. From zinc-responsive dermatoses to vitamin, fatty acid, copper, and protein-related conditions, they explore when to suspect a nutritional link, how modern diets have changed the landscape, and why veterinary professionals can’t separate dermatology from what’s in the bowl.
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  404: Creating low-stress veterinary visits for cats 28.04.2026 21min

  Nominate your veterinary hero here today!Cats are finally getting the low-stress veterinary care they deserve. In this episode of the Vet Blast Podcast, host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, sits down with Kathryn Primm, DVM, FCCP (Elite), one of the earliest Fear Free Certified professionals, to explore how feline care has transformed over the last decade.Throughout the conversation, they emphasize how fear free and low-stress handling not only improve outcomes for cats, but also enhance the experience for clients and veterinary teams. 
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  403: A client service representative movement is building…And here’s why you should pay attention 23.04.2026 18min

  Nominate your veterinary hero here today!Happy Client Service Representative Week! On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, sits down with Jill Clark DVM, chief visionary officer at IGNITE and cofounder of The North American Association of Veterinary Receptionists, to explore how CSRs are evolving from “just receptionists” into revenue generators, client loyalty architects, and true patient advocates. Stay tuned at the end of the episode for a special offer from Clark and the team at IGNITE!
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  402: Communicating Choices: Supporting Confident Decisions in Veterinary Care 21.04.2026 24min

  This episode is sponsored by Nationwide. The episode is a Vet Blast podcast with host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, and Emily M. Tincher, DVM, dives into the spectrum of care and the vital role of client service representatives in helping pet families navigate financial, logistical, and emotional trade-offs in treatment options while emphasizing non-judgmental communication, pet insurance, and creative, accessible care plans.You can also watch the video version of this podcast now on dvm360.com. 
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  401: The journey of becoming a veterinarian 14.04.2026 25min

  Nominate your veterinary hero here today! On this episode, Connor Barich DVM, MPH, shares his journey to becoming a veterinarian, including his educational path, transitioning to relief veterinarian work, and his upcoming venture into practice ownership with host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA.