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The VetMed Mind

The VetMed Mind

By: Veterinary Growth Partners
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Hosted by Shawn McVey, MA, MSW and Rachel Teichberg, CVPM, CVBL, The VetMed Mind is a podcast project that collects, shares, and celebrates the inspiring stories from the veterinary medicine community. We hear from vet med students, veterinarians, managers, veterinary technicians, customer support and industry professionals about their individual experiences in the field. Stories include everything from the joy of the journey to the challenges of being in a fast-paced field. What does success look like in veterinary medicine? We are determined to find out, what's behind The VetMed Mind.Copyright 2025 Veterinary Growth Partners Economics Hygiene & Healthy Living Management Management & Leadership Personal Development Personal Success Psychology Psychology & Mental Health
Episodes
  • Success Stories & Lessons Learned: Stuart Johnson
    Jun 20 2025

    In this episode of the VetMed Mind, Stuart Johnson joins Shawn McVey and Rachel Teichberg for a candid conversation about his time at CareCredit and the pivotal experiences that shaped his professional journey. From lessons learned in finance to his passion for leadership and service, Stuart shares the moments that led him to where he is today.

    Stuart “Stu” Johnson is the Vice President of Market Expansion for the Veterinary Industry at CareCredit, a division of Synchrony Financial. With over eight years at Synchrony—and the past five focused on CareCredit—Stu has dedicated his work to helping veterinary practices tackle one of their toughest challenges: cost as a barrier to care. Through innovative tools and technology, Stu empowers practices to streamline financing conversations, reduce friction, and ultimately provide better access to care for pet owners and their animals.

    To learn more about Stuart's passions in life and work:

    Check out CareCredit: https://www.carecredit.com/

    Follow on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stuart-johnson-72302214/

    The VetMed Mind is a podcast project about sharing inspirational stories, lessons, and successes from the fantastic people of the veterinary industry.

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    31 mins
  • Success Stories & Lessons Learned: Dr. Jennifer Edwards
    Apr 25 2025

    In this episode of the VetMed Mind, Dr. Jennifer Edwards and Rachel Teichberg discuss conscious leadership, mindset, and personal growth, empowering veterinary professionals to overcome challenges and create a life of purpose and success.

    Jennifer is a mindset and leadership coach, speaker, and veterinarian who empowers people to cultivate conscious leadership and make empowered choices in their lives. With a background in psychology, experience as a successful CEO, and extensive training in self-development, she helps veterinary professionals overcome obstacles and achieve meaningful success through coaching, training, and workshops.

    To learn more about Dr. Edward's passions in life and work:

    Check out her website: https://drjenniferedwards.com/

    Follow her on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/drjenniferedwards/

    Follow her on FaceBook - https://www.facebook.com/drjenniferedwards

    Follow her on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/drjenniferedwards

    Follor her on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@drjenniferedwards

    The VetMed Mind is a podcast project about sharing inspirational stories, lessons, and successes from the fantastic people of the veterinary industry.

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    40 mins
  • Success Stories & Lessons Learned: Amy Weaver, DVM
    Mar 28 2025

    In this episode of the VetMed Mind, Amy Weaver, Shawn McVey, and Rachel Teichberg discuss their personal journey's through compassion fatigue and mission to bring more awareness to mental health in veterinary medicine.

    Dr. Amy Weaver is a Senior Diagnostics Professional Services Veterinarian for Corporate and Specialty at Zoetis Diagnostics. Prior to working for Zoetis, she was in small animal general practice for ten years at clinics in rural Ohio and on the coast of Connecticut. She has deep passion for Compassion Fatigue education, getting cats to the vet, and fear-free medicine.

    To learn more about Amy Weaver's passions in life and work:

    Check out Zoetis: https://www.zoetis.com/

    Follow on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/amy-weaver-dvm-44082134/

    The VetMed Mind is a podcast project about sharing inspirational stories, lessons, and successes from the fantastic people of the veterinary industry.

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    27 mins
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