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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The Importance of the Training Struggle: How to Create Training Guardrails and a Culture of Curiosity
Training requires struggle and even failure at times. But how do we apply this principle when training veterinary medical personnel?
In this podcast, hosts Dr. Ernie Ward and Beckie Mossor, RVT, MPA, delve into the importance of letting veterinary clinic employees struggle in order to improve. Our duo explores the concept of fostering growth through challenges, emphasizing the need for training guardrails and cultivating a culture of curiosity in veterinary clinics.
They share tips on how allowing employees to navigate difficulties can lead to enhanced skills and resilience (“Don’t always jump in!”). They reveal strategies for implementing effective training frameworks while maintaining a supportive environment that encourages curiosity and continuous learning.
Viewfinders, we hope you enjoy this discussion on the vital balance between providing guidance and allowing room for struggle in a safe and effective manner, ultimately promoting professional development in the veterinary industry.
Welcome to this spine-chilling episode of “The Veterinary Viewfinder!” This week, Dr. Ernie Ward and registered veterinary technician Beckie Mosser dive into the eerie world of (allegedly) haunted veterinary clinics. With Halloween around the corner, we’re exploring the paranormal tales that have left many veterinary teams wondering if they’re truly alone during those late-night shifts.
From shadowy figures seen after-hours to strange, unexplained noises echoing through clinic halls, our colleagues across the country—and beyond—have shared their supernatural experiences. These ghostly tales range from curious spirits seemingly checking in on patients to spooky apparitions that might make even the bravest veterinarian shiver. Join us as we delve into these mysterious occurrences that some veterinary teams encounter, especially during Halloween.
This episode isn’t just for thrill-seekers; it’s a look at how these supernatural events can “shape” the “spirit” of teams working in veterinary practices, strengthening their “chains” as staff members share their creepy experiences. Whether you’re a skeptic or a believer, this episode will have you hooked—and maybe a little spooked! Tune in for a ghostly good time as Ernie and Beckie tackle one of the most “spirited” topics we’ve ever covered on “The Veterinary Viewfinder.”