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Veterinary Innovation Podcast

Veterinary Innovation Podcast
Veterinary Medicine
Digitail
Veterinary Practice Management
Artificial Intelligence
Vetlen
Veterinary Technology
Medical Records
Cubex
Diagnostic Imagery
AI Assistant
Mental Health
Veterinary Care
Radiography
Pet Anxiety
Antibiotics
In-Home Euthanasia
Inventory Management
Pet Loss
Telemedicine
Zoundz Therapeutic

The Veterinary Innovation Podcast covers the most interesting, exciting, and controversial topics in the industry today. Veterinary technology entrepreneurs Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zakharenkov chat with industry leaders and innovators about the biggest challenges they're facing - and how they're overcoming them.

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Latest Episodes

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak welcome Sebastian Gabor, co-founder of Digitail, to talk about what the latest wave of AI investment means for veterinary medicine and how this momentum could accelerate the arrival of better, cheaper, and mor... more

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This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak welcome back industry growth consultant and Bird Bath host, Ryan Leech, to talk about what 2026 might look like for veterinary medicine. After the biggest conferences of the year, a few themes kept coming up: ... more

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In this episode, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak welcome Tanika Hall, serial entrepreneur and founder of ZooDoc, to discuss a significant shift in the veterinary industry: the transition from managing overcapacity to needing proactive lead generation. ... more

This week, Shawn Wilkie and Dr. Ivan Zak welcome David Nietzke, the Chief Operating Officer at Snout, to discuss a transformative approach to veterinary wellness plans. As veterinary costs rise and visit frequencies decline, many clinics struggle wit... more

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Recent Guests

Sebastian Gabor
Co-founder of Digitail, serial entrepreneur and educator
Digitail
Episode: 314 - Sebastian Gabor | Digitail
Tanika Hall
Serial entrepreneur and CEO of ZooDoc
ZooDoc
Episode: 312 - Tanika Hall | ZooDoc
David Nietzke
Chief Operating Officer at Snout, responsible for scaling wellness programs in veterinary clinics
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Episode: 311 - David Nietzke | Snout
Dr. Andrew Ciccolini
Co-founder of Serenity Vet; former chief medical director at National MilGog Rescue.
Serenity Vet
Episode: 310 - Dr. Andrew Ciccolini | Serenity Vet
Tom Roffe-Silvester
Co-founder and managing director of Veterinary Task Force
Veterinary Task Force
Episode: 309 - Tom Roffe-Silvester | Veterinary Task Force
Todd Zion
President and CEO of Akston, a biotechnology company pioneering long-acting therapeutics for companion animals
Akston
Episode: 308 - Todd Zion | Akston
Dr. Nathan Mitchell
Veterinarian and co-founder of SIMON Education Systems
SIMON Education Systems
Episode: 307 - Dr. Nathan Mitchell | SIMON Education Systems
Yale Zhang
An entrepreneur with a background in medical devices who has founded multiple companies
Seismi Inc.
Episode: 306 - Yale Zhang | Seismi Inc
Kimball Carr
CEO and president of Inspire Veterinary Partners
Inspire Veterinary Partners
Episode: 305 - Kimball Carr | Inspire Veterinary Partners

Hosts

Shawn Wilkie
Co-host of the Veterinary Innovation Podcast and CEO of Talkatoo, focuses on bridging gaps in veterinary technology.
Dr. Ivan Zakharenkov
Co-host of the Veterinary Innovation Podcast, dedicated to discussing challenges in veterinary medicine.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 40 ratings
  • The top podcast for the vet care field

    This is the top podcast for the veterinary care field. It’s perfect for entrepreneurs, innovators, veterinarians, vet clinic admins, vet techs, etc.

    Ivan and Shawn are great hosts and bring on the best guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Howard loves dogs
    United States4 years ago
  • A useful little podcast for veterinary entrepreneurs!

    These two have good rapport with their guests and don’t get too bogged down in banter, making this podcast timely - it is already interesting! The subjects & speakers are current, informative, & yes - I bought one of the software systems from a guest based on the podcast, it is exactly as advertised! Well done! Jeff in Bedford, NS

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeff the vet
    Canada5 years ago
  • Funny and light listening experience if you're into veterinary domain

    Podchaser
    5
    Alex B.
    5 years ago
  • Please expand!

    Really enjoy the podcast and being exposed to ideas that show different aspects of veterinary medicine and business. Would love to see some episodes that include equine practices. I feel like they are usually behind in adopting strategies that are already old news for small animal, and therefore are facing so many challenges still in avoiding burnout, retaining employees, working more efficiently and leveraging the technical staff. Please bring people that maybe can talk on how to apply these co... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Irritadissima
    United States5 years ago
  • Keeping track of veterinary startups

    Love it so far, I do enjoy the light approach to the interviewees

    We need to help these innovators as much as we can, and giving them a stage is a solid approach ⭐️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TL2mad
    United States6 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

There's a desire for broader topics to be covered, including aspects of veterinary practices beyond usual discussions, such as equine medicine.
The rapport between hosts and guests is appreciated, highlighting the professionalism and expertise shared by guests.
Overall, listeners express enthusiasm for the innovation-focused approach taken by the podcast.
The podcast is considered a valuable resource for those in the veterinary field, especially entrepreneurs.
Listeners find the content to be timely and informative, particularly praising the relevance of topics discussed.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

313 - Ryan Leech | First 100
Q: A book or YouTube recommendation for the audience?
Ryan recommends a YouTube show called Huge If True by Chloe Abrams for digestible, actionable coverage of big topics, highlighting its value as a learning resource.
311 - David Nietzke | Snout
Q: What does the business model look like?
David explains that the revenue comes from transaction fees charged to clinics based on services, operating without additional fees or credit checks.
311 - David Nietzke | Snout
Q: Can you explain a little bit more to me?
David clarifies that Snout's wellness plans allow pet owners to pay for services over time while ensuring clinics get paid immediately for those services rendered.
312 - Tanika Hall | ZooDoc
Q: If you were to pitch a veterinarian that was tech savvy on your platform, what would it sound like?
Tanika describes the benefits of ZooDoc for vets, emphasizing its ability to attract the right patients at the right time.
312 - Tanika Hall | ZooDoc
Q: What has your past career looked like that's enabled you to kind of say, you know what, I'm going to solve this problem with technology?
Tanika discusses her long journey in tech, starting her entrepreneurial ventures at a young age, and her passion for problem-solving.

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What is Veterinary Innovation Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The content focuses on the intersection of technology and veterinary medicine, drawing insights from innovators and industry leaders. Listeners can expect discussions on diverse topics such as veterinary technology, emerging business models in veterinary care, and approaches to enhancing animal welfare. Notable themes include telemedicine, wellness plans, and innovative health solutions aimed at pets, showcasing the ongoing evolution within the veterinary sector. Unique to this podcast is its emphasis on entrepreneurial journeys, providing a platform where guests share their success stories and the challenges they faced while bringing new ideas to life in veterinary care.

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1. The Bird Bath
2. Veterinary Business Podcast
3. Hidden Brain
4. Marketplace
5. Freakonomics Radio

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Veterinary Innovation Podcast launched 7 years ago and published 301 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Veterinary Innovation Podcast include:

1. Sebastian Gabor
2. Tanika Hall
3. David Nietzke
4. Dr. Andrew Ciccolini
5. Tom Roffe-Silvester
6. Todd Zion
7. Dr. Nathan Mitchell
8. Yale Zhang

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