Hagyard's longtime Lab Manager, Tina Elam. chats with Jodi about starting out as a technician in human medicine before moving to equine and the last 30 years she's spent at Hagyard.

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It takes a village to run a top tier full-service pharmacy, and nobody knows that better than Hagyard's Director of Pharmacy, Alex Kragel and Director of Compounding, Amanda Kragel. They share their experience as animal pharmacists and what it takes to run Hagyard Pharmacy with Jodi.

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During the 2023 American Association of Equine Practitioner's Convention, our practice held a contest to feature one lucky veterinary student in an episode of our podcast. Tune in as Jodi sits down with our winner, Katie Juarez; a fourth-year veterinary student at Oregon State University. They'll discuss her journey to pursuing veterinary medicine after her teaching career, her experience at the convention, and the best advice she can give to fellow veterinary students.

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Known as an influential name in equine veterinary medicine, Dr. Paul Thorpe innovated his craft and became a pioneer of equine surgery. In this episode, join Jodi as she sits down with Hagyard surgeon, Dr. Robert Hunt. They'll discuss his journey to Hagyard, his time in surgery with Dr. Thorpe, and the advice he learned along the way.

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Have you ever wondered the tips and tricks to building connections in equine veterinary medicine? Join Jodi in this episode as she sits down with Jay McChord, a professional speaker, trainer and coach. They'll discuss communication and relationship skills, generational perspectives, and professional takeaways from the COVID pandemic - all specifically pertaining to the equine industry.

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As a member of the Hagyard surgery team that executes thousands of surgeries a year, Dr. Michael Spirito is no stranger to the realm of equine surgery. Join Jodi as she sits down with Dr. Spirito to discuss his journey to becoming an equine surgeon in Central Kentucky, mentoring veterinarians in the early stages of their careers and the camaraderie within the equine surgical community.

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Balancing motherhood while practicing equine veterinary medicine is a common concern faced by young practitioners when choosing their field of practice. In this episode, join Jodi as she sits down with Hagyard field care veterinarians Dr. Jacquelene Pasko, Dr. Rhonda Rathgeber and Dr. Jackie Snyder. With each of them in a different stage of motherhood, they'll discuss their positive experiences balancing their profession as equine practitioners and being the best mothers to their kids.

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What do all equine athletes have in common? A team of professionals alongside them helping them feel their best. Join the Hagyard performance horse team, Dr. Sarah Escaro and Dr. Jessica Gould, as they sit down with Jodi to discuss their journeys to practicing veterinary medicine, what performance medicine encompasses, and their experiences managing the equine athlete.

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In this episode, Jodi sits down with Dr. Karen Von Dollen to discuss equine theriogenology; the reproductive veterinary medicine specialty that maximizes efficiency in mares and stallions. They'll cover what equine theriogenology is, Dr. Von Dollen's journey to becoming a boarded theriogenologist, and what her typical workday in Central Kentucky looks like.

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Prior to his passing, members of our team had the privilege of visiting Dr. Walter Zent to discuss his achievements as an equine reproduction veterinarian. As a 1963 graduate of Cornell University’s School of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Zent joined the Hagyard family as an associate in 1965 after shadowing field care veterinarian, Dr. Ed Fallon. He remained a valued member of our practice for over 50 years and was an integral part of the development of the McGee Fertility Center, as well as a mentor who shaped many equine veterinarians into the practitioners we recognize today.Dr. Zent remains a cherished member of the Hagyard family. We dedicate this podcast episode to him and the many years he spent with usThis podcast is brought to you by our sponsor, Bimeda Inc. Promote horse health by using products trusted by veterinarians and owners since the 1960's. Bimeda is one of the largest producers of dewormers such as Equimax, Bimectin, and Exodus. World-renowned equine athletes also rely on their Polyglycan and ConfidenceEQ pheromone gel. Visit https://www.bimedaus.com/ to learn more today!

Join Dr. Peter Hannigan as he discusses his Ireland veterinary education experience and background, how he became a practitioner with Hagyard, and his day-to-day life in racetrack practice. This podcast is brought to you by our sponsor, Bimeda Inc. Promote horse health by using products trusted by veterinarians and owners since the 1960's. Bimeda is one of the largest producers of dewormers such as Equimax, Bimectin, and Exodus. World-renowned equine athletes also rely on their Polyglycan and ConfidenceEQ pheromone gel. Visit https://www.bimedaus.com/ to learn more today!

In this episode, Jodi sits down with our very own board-certified equine ophthalmologist, Dr. Stephanie Bell! Tune in as Dr. Bell discusses her journey to becoming an equine ophthalmologist, how she began practicing at Hagyard, and what a day practicing equine ophthalmology is like.

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Dr. Kidney sits down with Jodi and shares his unconventional path to becoming an equine vet.

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Join our host, Jodi Lynch Findley, as she sits down with our very own Dr. Karen Wolfsdorf, a board-certified theriogenologist, and Dr. Kathy MacGillivray, a board-certified internal medicine specialist, to discuss the Hagyard emergency service. They cover their experiences as women in equine veterinary medicine, the inspiration behind the emergency service, and how the emergency service is designed to help new veterinarians succeed both personally and professionally.

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In this episode, our host, Jodi Lynch Findley, sits down with our very own Dr. Rachael Thomas. Dr. Thomas covers her journey to becoming an equine practitioner, how she ended up practicing at Hagyard, and what all ambulatory medicine encompasses.

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Join our host, Jodi Lynch Findley, as she sits down with our very own Dr. Michael Hore to discuss his work in the Thoroughbred industry. They'll cover how he came to practice at Hagyard, his area of expertise, and what you can expect working in Thoroughbred sales.

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Join Hallie Hardy, executive director of Horse Country, and Annise Montplaisir, executive director and co-founder of Amplify Horse Racing, as they discuss their perspective on the equine industry.

Dr. Nimet Browne, an equine internal medicine specialist, and Dr. Cole Sandow, an equine surgeon, sit down to discuss their paths to becoming equine veterinarians, their personal internship experiences at Hagyard, and the current in-house opportunities offered at Hagyard in medicine and surgery.

Tune in as Dr. Ernie Martinez, Dr. Andie Fox, Dr. Megan Cassidy and Dr. Sally Farnsworth give an overview of the internship program, as well as their own personal internship experiences at Hagyard.

Welcome back to the Spirit of Hagyard! Join us for our second episode as Hagyard field care veterinarian, Dr. Caitlin Fletcher, and student opportunities program coordinator, Dani Clem, sit down to discuss everything you want to know about externships at Hagyard!

Dr. Rhonda Rathgeber & Dr. Luke Hagyard Fallon are back for part 2! Join them as they discuss their personal experiences as equine veterinarians, our unparalleled student opportunities, and overcoming challenges in the equine veterinary industry.

Welcome to part 1 of the first episode of The Spirit of Hagyard! Join us in this first episode as Dr. Luke Hagyard Fallon dives into Hagyard Equine Medical Institute's history in the equine industry. Stay tuned for part 2 where Dr. Fallon and Dr. Rhonda Rathgeber share their spirit for the practice!

Hagyard's Technician Coordinator, Lynne Hewlett, sits down with Jodi to discuss her path to becoming a veterinary technician, how she came to Hagyard, and how the position of the vet tech has evolved over the years.

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Dr. Claire Foster and Dr. Helen Brown sit down with Jodi to discuss their internship experiences and what led them to Hagyard Equine Medical.

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Dr. Laurel Caldwell and Dr. Emily Wampler sit down with Jodi to discuss their internship experiences and what led them to Hagyard Equine Medical.

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Dr. Laura Werner, a member of the Hagyard surgery team, sits down with Jodi to discuss her journey to becoming an equine surgeon, her work as an FEI veterinary delegate, and competing in three-day eventing during her free time.

This podcast is brought to you by our sponsor, Bimeda Inc. Promote horse health by using products trusted by veterinarians and owners since the 1960's. Bimeda is one of the largest producers of dewormers such as Equimax, Bimectin, and Exodus. World-renowned equine athletes also rely on their Polyglycan and ConfidenceEQ pheromone gel. Visit https://www.bimedaus.com/ to learn more today!

Dr. Richard Holder, a member of the Hagyard field care team since 1974, sits down with Jodi to discuss his career in the Kentucky Bluegrass, finding his niche in the development of fetal sexing, and his advice for the upcoming generation of equine veterinarians.

This podcast is brought to you by our sponsor, Bimeda Inc. Promote horse health by using products trusted by veterinarians and owners since the 1960's. Bimeda is one of the largest producers of dewormers such as Equimax, Bimectin, and Exodus. World-renowned equine athletes also rely on their Polyglycan and ConfidenceEQ pheromone gel. Visit https://www.bimedaus.com/ to learn more today!

Dr. Sydney Hughes, one of our own Hagyard field-care veterinarians, sits down with Jodi to discuss growing up with a passion for the thoroughbred industry, practicing field-care veterinary medicine, and her experience with mentorship.

This podcast is brought to you by our sponsor, Bimeda Inc. Promote horse health by using products trusted by veterinarians and owners since the 1960's. Bimeda is one of the largest producers of dewormers such as Equimax, Bimectin, and Exodus. World-renowned equine athletes also rely on their Polyglycan and ConfidenceEQ pheromone gel. Visit https://www.bimedaus.com/ to learn more today!

Nathan Slovis, DVM, DACVIM, CHT, is no stranger to the world of equine veterinary internal medicine. Accustomed to wearing many hats at the Hagyard McGee Medicine Center, he currently serves as co-director of the center, head of our biosecurity program, and a certified hyperbaric technologist. Tune in as Jodi sits down with Dr. Slovis and discusses his path to equine veterinary medicine, his passion for infectious disease and neonatology, and the side of equine internal medicine that most don't see.

This podcast is brought to you by our sponsor, Bimeda Inc. Promote horse health by using products trusted by veterinarians and owners since the 1960's. Bimeda is one of the largest producers of dewormers such as Equimax, Bimectin, and Exodus. World-renowned equine athletes also rely on their Polyglycan and ConfidenceEQ pheromone gel. Visit https://www.bimedaus.com/ to learn more today!