Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, MPA, RVT, have co-hosted their award-winning weekly veterinary podcast since 2016.

Each week, they “tackle the toughest topics in veterinary medicine,” highlighting controversial issues and trending news, introducing veterinary key opinion leaders and provocateurs, and offering solutions to the myriad challenges facing the veterinary profession.

 

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Clinic Cliques and Holiday Cheer: How to Foster Inclusion This Season
Clinic Cliques and Holiday Cheer: How to Foster Inclusion This Season

The holidays are here, but not all the cheer makes its way into the workplace. This week on “The Veterinary Viewfinder,” hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mosser, MPA, RVT, tackle a sensitive yet often overlooked issue: exclusion during the festive season.

Imagine this: a colleague brings invitations for a holiday gathering, handing them out in full view of someone who’s not invited. For veterinary team members already feeling left out, these moments can cut deep and damage workplace morale. Dr. Ward and Beckie dive into the tricky dynamics of managing social interactions within clinics. From addressing cliques to deciding if management should intervene, they explore how to foster inclusivity and harmony—especially during the holiday season.

The episode also covers related dilemmas of exchanging holiday cards and gifts and participating in external parties and events. Beckie and Dr. Ward share real-world examples of workplace exclusion, highlighting how subtle behaviors can escalate into significant morale and team problems.

Join this insightful discussion to ensure the holidays bring joy, not drama, to your clinic. Don’t miss practical advice for navigating these seasonal challenges and creating a culture of respect and inclusion.

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Medical Gaslighting in the Veterinary Profession: Do we sometimes dismiss, discount, or discredit our clients?

Medical gaslighting has become a hot topic in human medicine. This week, we tackle the topic and debate whether or not it exists in veterinary practice.

Hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT, examine the behaviors and attitudes that veterinary professionals need to be vigilant about to prevent unintentionally dismissing, discounting or discrediting their clients. 

Throughout this week’s candid conversation, our hosts emphasize the importance of empathy, effective communication, and active listening, urging veterinary professionals to put themselves in their client’s shoes and provide the best possible care.

Dr. Ward also shares how he believes Artificial Intelligence (AI) may help physicians and veterinarians avoid medical gaslighting. Both hosts discuss why being open-minded when it comes to diagnosing patients and appreciative of pet owners’ research, regardless of how accurate or applicable, is essential to providing optimal patient care. 

Stick around to the very end to hear Beckie tell an interesting (and hilarious) story from a recent conference where she presented. We love it when you tell us you listen to the podcast!

Viewfinders, this is another emerging topic that needs more attention. Tell us your thoughts! @VeterinaryViewfinder or VeterinaryViewfinder@gmail.com 

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