About the show
IntroVETS is a veterinary podcast by introverts with high-functioning anxiety. The show was conceptualized in 2019 and launched in 2020 by co-hosts Lauren and JJ. Lauren, a veterinarian, and Jennifer, a Licensed Veterinary Technician in the state of Alabama, have over 40 years of combined experience in the veterinary field. The podcast presents veterinary case studies in a fun and relatable way, along with various sidebars, interesting facts, and new research. The hosts talk frankly about anxiety and other mental health concerns, going to therapy, and related topics. There is (hopefully) a strong humor element, as well as some philosophizing and opinion sharing. There is also the occasional moderately naughty word, but we try to not use the big guns. It's not really a formal environment - it's more of a veterinary hang, and we'd love to see you there!
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Episodes
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Snackisode 2.6: Cream of Carter
June 16th, 2021 | 28 mins 9 secs
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
Lauren and JJ ask, “did you know?” In this journal club episode, the ladies discuss a possible mechanism for grape toxicity in dogs, the benefits of alcohol based rubs over traditional surgical scrubbing, a new pet diabetes app, and a veterinary satirical newspaper.
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Constellation of Signs
June 9th, 2021 | 54 mins 58 secs
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
Lauren and JJ welcome board-certified veterinary neurologist Dr. Jill Narak to the podcast!
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Snackisode 2.5: It’s Not A Cult
June 2nd, 2021 | 33 mins 43 secs
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
In Snackisode 2.5, Lauren and JJ welcome Shea Baker back to the podcast to discuss career flexibility, embracing career course corrections, overcoming fear of failure, and the importance of keeping career and personal identity separate.
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All Hail Satine
May 26th, 2021 | 1 hr 5 secs
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
Lauren and JJ chat with highly credentialed dog trainer Shea Baker about the myths and realities of the discipline.
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Snackisode 2.4: King Koopa
May 19th, 2021 | 38 mins 38 secs
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
In Snackisode 2.4, Lauren and JJ talk about the latest in #pet #technology and fun #products, plus the potential impacts of a post-quarantine world on pet #socialization and separation #anxiety.
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Hidden Spiders
May 12th, 2021 | 59 mins 2 secs
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
Lauren and JJ welcome Licensed Veterinary Technician Elena Graves to the podcast to discuss the benefits of becoming a credentialed technician, the Veterinary Nurse Initiative, and the importance of encouraging colleagues to further their skills and education.
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Snackisode 2.3: The Donut
May 5th, 2021 | 32 mins 3 secs
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
Surgeon Dr. Nicki Plunkett is back on the podcast to discuss surgical oncology and more wacky cases!
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Boob Spay
April 28th, 2021 | 1 hr 10 mins
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
Lauren and JJ welcome Dr. Nicki Plunkett, a board-certified veterinary surgical specialist, to the podcast to discuss crazy cases, dealing with clients, and surgical pet peeves!
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Snackisode 2.2: Right Meow
April 21st, 2021 | 44 mins 25 secs
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
A review of alternative, lower cost methods of management of feline urethral obstruction.
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My Nightmare
April 14th, 2021 | 45 mins 11 secs
anxiety, dvm, hyperkalemia, introvert, introvets, urethral obstruction, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
Lauren and JJ share a case of a sick kitty who has been straining in the litterbox. The ladies provide a comprehensive review of diagnosis and treatment of feline urethral obstruction, including hyperkalemia.
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Snackisode 2.1: You Need Therapy
April 7th, 2021 | 22 mins 14 secs
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
Lauren and JJ discuss the benefits of seeing a therapist and how to find the right one.
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Wei-Not-Maraner
March 31st, 2021 | 41 mins 1 sec
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
Lauren and JJ discuss a puppy with swollen joints and a fever.
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Snackisode 15: Monkey With Bananas
November 25th, 2020 | 47 mins 58 secs
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
In a continuation of Episode 15, fan favorite therapist Dana Hampson is back to walk us through how to manage sticky situations in practice.
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Episode 15: We are Wizards
November 18th, 2020 | 54 mins 20 secs
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
Fan favorite - therapist Dana Hampson - is back on the podcast to walk us through how to manage some sticky situations in practice.
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Snackisode 14: Management Fail
November 11th, 2020 | 31 mins 45 secs
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, management, social media, standard of care, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician
Management announces a policy change, and it’s obvious to everyone that it’s directed at you. No one gave you a heads up, you disagree with the change, and the announcement was sent to the entire staff via social media. Now the drama llama is at full gallop. How do you respond?
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Episode 14: A Very Big Deal
November 4th, 2020 | 55 mins 43 secs
anxiety, dvm, introvert, introvets, rabies, vampire, vet, veterinarian, veterinary, veterinary technician, werewolf, zombie
In episode 14, Lauren and JJ present a case of a puppy with bizarre neurologic signs.