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Artwork for My Veterinary Life
Veterinary Medicine
Mentorship
Veterinary Education
Career Development
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Leadership
Mental Health
Journey For Teams
AVMA
General Practice
Equine Medicine
Exotic Animals
Imposter Syndrome
Burnout
Client Communication
Podcasting
Animal Welfare
Work-Life Balance
Equine Veterinary Medicine
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Tune in for inspiring stories from your colleagues across the profession. You’ll hear from guest veterinarians about the journeys, challenges—and often hilarious anecdotes—that got them to where they are today. Come away with a fresh look at our veterinary community and a renewed excitement to embrace your veterinary journey.

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Dr. Emily Singler, the author of Pregnancy and Postpartum Considerations for the Veterinary Team, a content specialist for the American Animal Hospital Association, a certified parental leave coach, and a mother herself, is our guest this week. She w... more

Dr. Katherine Quesenberry, chief medical officer at the Animal Medical Center, joins us for our "Mistakes Happen" series this week.

In this series, we are talking with brave colleagues about the parts of their career stories no one likes to talk abo... more

Dr. Jim Orsini, an associate professor of surgery at the University of Pennsylvania and co-editor of Equine Emergencies and Comparative Veterinary Anatomy: A Clinical Approach, for our "Mistakes Happen" series this week.

In this series, we are talki... more

Dr. Courtney Campbell, a board-certified small animal surgeon, practice owner, author, and media correspondent, opens the personal stories for our "Mistakes Happen" series this week.

In this series, we are talking with brave colleagues about the par... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Katherine Quesenberry
Chief Medical Officer at the Animal Medical Center; former Avian Exotics Service head
Animal Medical Center
Episode: Mistakes Happen with Dr. Katherine Quesenberry
Jim Orsini
Associate professor of surgery at the University of Pennsylvania; co-editor of Equine Emergencies and Comparative Veterinary Anatomy, A Clinical Approach
University of Pennsylvania
Episode: Mistakes Happen with Dr. Jim Orsini
Dr. Courtney Campbell
Board-certified small animal surgeon, practice owner, author, and media correspondent
Stitches Veterinary Surgery (Long Beach, CA)
Episode: Mistakes Happen with Dr. Courtney Campbell
Jen Brandt
AVMA's Director of Wellbeing
AVMA
Episode: Introducing "Mistakes Happen" with Dr. Jen Brandt
Dr. Mark Penning
Vice President of Animals, Science and Environment at Disney Experiences
Disney
Episode: Dream Jobs, Detours, and Disney with Dr. Mark Penning, 2026 AVMA Convention Keynote Speaker
Rosemarie Rossetti
Expert in disability inclusion, universal design and accessibility
Episode: JFT 3.0 Preview: Universal Design with Dr. Rosemarie Rossetti
Dr. Kristin Welch
Founder of Dvm Stat; board-certified in Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care
Dvm Stat
Episode: Answering the Call with Dr. Kristin Welch
Dr. Olivia Patania
Senior Investigative Pathologist at StageBio; Consulting Hepatobiliary Pathologist at Texas A&M University
StageBio; Texas A&M University
Episode: Finding Your Path(ology) with Dr. Olivia Patania
Bailey Goff
AVMA Congressional Fellow, veterinary public health and policy specialist
American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
Episode: From Cold Emails to Congress with Dr. Bailey Goff

Host

Dr. Annie Chavent
Host of My Veterinary Life; often guides conversations with guests and shares leadership/career perspectives

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 82 ratings
  • Great

    Great podcast with wonderful career and personal advice for all aspiring and professional vets!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SBMiddleton65
    United States10 months ago
  • Fun and enjoyable conversations!

    My Veterinary Life is a fantastic way to hear the stories of many different veterinarians in our profession and to learn from their unique (and yet relatable) experiences. Co-hosts Marci Kirk and Annie Chavent offer their own perspectives in relation to what is shared with a lightness and humor that make these conversations fly by. I was interviewed on a recent episodes and it felt like a conversation with old friends! I highly recommend this podcast to those old or new to the veterinary profess... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Twin Trees Vet Talk Advice
    Canada3 years ago
  • Potential

    As a practicing veterinarian, I love the idea and diversity behind this show. However, with at least half of the episodes, the sound is typically off. Usually it’s the interviewee and their volume is so soft that you sometimes can’t even make out the words they are saying. Just wish the audio was a little better quality.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Sejhnsn2
    United States4 years ago
  • Great Interviews

    I love the wide variety of veterinary guests showcased in this podcast demonstrating how versatile a veterinary degree can be. The icing on the cake is the delightful personalities of the cohosts, who always find a way to connect with their guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mwmdvm
    United States5 years ago
  • Terrific rapport

    Marci and Anna have a great rapport with each other and their guests. They're not afraid to get into tough territory like exploring gender and racial disparities in the veterinary field. There's plenty of amusement to be had, and it's an overall interesting podcast experience. Go check it out!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Juana Poareo
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise the hosts' rapport and diverse guest roster.
Some episodes have audio quality issues noted by audiences.
Great podcasts with valuable career and personal guidance for vets.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#225
Canada/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#168
India/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#237
Philippines/Business/Careers

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Mistakes Happen with Dr. Jim Orsini
Q: Could you tell us about a time when you made a mistake?
The practitioner recounts a renal case of a Friesian stallion undergoing removal of retained testicles where a lateral recumbency approach proved risky; due to client pressure, the procedure was done on its side, leading to an intraoperative and postoperative complication. The event highlighted the need for better communication, anticipation of complications, and readiness to correct the course by returning the patient to dorsal recumbency and planning a re-operation.
Mistakes Happen with Dr. Courtney Campbell
Q: What advice would you give to new grads facing the fear of making a big early mistake?
Her advice centers on embracing fear as a constructive stretch zone, triaging mistakes, and finding a mentor or supportive tribe to guide reflection and growth, framing mistakes as essential tuition for developing presence and competence.
Mistakes Happen with Dr. Courtney Campbell
Q: Could you tell us about a time that you made a mistake?
Dr. Campbell recounts a post-residency case involving a large dog with an intestinal foreign body where decisions about how much intestine to remove were incorrect, leading to a temporary worst-case scenario and a second surgery to correct the issue; she emphasizes learning from the experience and using it to shape future practice.
Introducing "Mistakes Happen" with Dr. Jen Brandt
Q: What advice might you have for students and recent grads who are terrified of making their first big mistake?
Dr. Brandt emphasizes channeling emotion into constructive action, maintaining appropriate stress (eustress), and reframing identity from being an 'expert' to a 'curious learner' to support growth.
Introducing "Mistakes Happen" with Dr. Jen Brandt
Q: What is interesting to me is how revealing it can be about an organizational culture when we examine how they handle mistakes. What's the approach to addressing mistakes in the workplace?
The approach highlights early threat response, the importance of moving from amygdala-driven emotion to rational problem-solving, and creating spaces for safe debriefs that focus on learning rather than blame.

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Frequently Asked Questions About My Veterinary Life

What is My Veterinary Life about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show spotlights veterinarians at all stages of their careers, from private practice owners and specialists to academics and policy advocates. Across episodes, listeners hear career journeys, leadership lessons, and practical guidance on navigating non-traditional paths within the veterinary world, including entrepreneurship, telemedicine, public policy, and organizational culture. A recurring thread is turning clinical skills into broader impact—whether through industry roles, advocacy, or mentoring the next generation—and the conversations frequently blend professional insight with candid anecdotes that illuminate the realities of veterinary life. Noteworthy strengths include a strong emphasis on leadership, mentorship, diversity and ... more

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Recent guests on My Veterinary Life include:

1. Dr. Katherine Quesenberry
2. Jim Orsini
3. Dr. Courtney Campbell
4. Jen Brandt
5. Dr. Mark Penning
6. Rosemarie Rossetti
7. Dr. Kristin Welch
8. Dr. Olivia Patania

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