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NVA Pawcast

33 episodes - English - Latest episode: 10 months ago - ★★★★★ - 15 ratings

Featuring wellness and self-care practices for veterinary professionals and others. NVA Chief Community Officer, Turpin Mott, dives into mindful practices, wellness exercises and transformative topics about how we can better care for ourselves and others - so we live more joyful, peaceful, fulfilled lives.

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The Vet Mind Matters: Nurturing Your Mental Health in Less Than 5 Minutes

May 30, 2023 23:00 - 4 minutes - 3.3 MB

This episode, dedicated to Mental Health Awareness Month, explores practical strategies to promote mental well-being within the veterinary profession. In less than five minutes, NVA’s Chief Community Officer, Turpin Mott, discusses the signs of stress and burnout, the importance of self-care, building a support network, practicing self-compassion, and fostering a culture of mental health awareness. Take a moment to invest in yourself and discover how nurturing your mind can lead to a healthi...

Empathize with clients without sacrificing your sanity

March 06, 2023 18:00 - 22 minutes - 15.3 MB

In this episode, NVA’s Chief Community Officer, Turpin Mott, is joined by Dr. Daniel Randall from NVA’s Foothill Veterinary Hospital in Greenville, South Carolina.  Here are the timestamps of their chat: Q: Can you share more about your background? A: {0:44 – 3:54} Q: In the time you grew Foothills Animal Hospital from 1 doctor to 8 doctors, what’s one thing you’re most proud of? A: {4:08 – 6:25}  Q: What’s the most-needed skill or teaching that a new grad needs to be effective? A: {6...

An Attitude of Gratitude

December 22, 2022 14:00 - 4 minutes - 3.11 MB

An attitude of gratitude is consistently associated with greater happiness. Research also suggests that gratitude can improve relationships, boost self-esteem, and decrease stress.  So how can you practice gratitude? This episode includes five simple ideas to try this holiday season.

SAGE Medical Director helps diversify the veterinary profession

September 28, 2022 14:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MB

Born in Tijuana, Mexico, Dr. Gerry Martin del Campo was first introduced to veterinary medicine during high school when he volunteered at animal hospitals in his community. Dr. Martin del Campo says this early exposure is one of the main reasons he fell in love with veterinary medicine.  Dr. Martin del Campo now serves as the ER/Urgent Care and Critical Care Medical Director at SAGE Veterinary Centers, which recently joined the NVA Compassion-First family. He also regularly visits local hi...

Creating an inclusive veterinary profession: Transgender veterinarian shares experiences and resources

August 31, 2022 14:00 - 19 minutes - 13.1 MB

NVA recently signed onto PrideVMC’s Gender Identify Bill of Rights (GIBOR), and Turpin Mott (NVA’s Chief Community Officer) chatted with their Immediate Past President, Dr. Dane Whitaker(he/him), more about the importance of this document, creating a safe and inclusive veterinary profession, and ways to develop allyship. As a transgender veterinarian who went through gender transition at 41, Dr. Whitaker also talks about what he and the gender-diverse community face in the veterinary profes...

Celebrating Pride Month: How one NVA Hospital Manager creates a healthy and welcoming hospital culture

June 24, 2022 23:00 - 12 minutes - 8.74 MB

Hospital Manager Brian Kissoon with South Shore Animal Hospital in Wantagh, NY talks with Chief Community Officer Turpin Mott about: - Creating a hospital culture and veterinary profession that’s safe, supportive, and diverse - As someone in the LGBTQIA+ community, what Pride Month means to him - Advice for leaders/managers with LGBTQIA+ teammates

Olympic equine veterinarian talks about maintaining a healthy work/life balance

May 18, 2022 14:00 - 10 minutes - 7.01 MB

With May being Mental Health Awareness Month, Dr. Rick Mitchell (part-owner of Fairfield Equine Associates in Newtown, CT) talks about ways to avoid burnout and succeed in veterinary medicine. While chatting with Turpin Mott, NVA’s Chief Community Officer, Dr. Mitchell also touches on what has changed in equine medicine since he started in the ’70s and his time as an attending veterinarian for the U.S. Equestrian Team at several Olympic Games.

Stress Awareness Month: Are You At Risk?

April 26, 2022 14:00 - 4 minutes - 2.85 MB

Since April is Stress Awareness Month, here are 5 simple ways to prevent and manage stress so that you can provide the best care for animals and the people who love them.

Achieving Happiness

March 18, 2022 15:00 - 3 minutes - 2.53 MB

Here are five tips to help you live a happier and more satisfied life so you can be your best when caring for animals and the people who love them.

Remembering Your Why (Special Guest: Dr. Gaemia Tracy)

February 08, 2022 14:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

In this episode, Dr. Gaemia Tracy - Neurologist at VRC in Malvern, PA - talks with Turpin about the importance of diversity in the veterinary industry, the human-animal bond, and advice for those preparing to enter into the veterinary field. (Hint: Never forget your WHY.) If you’d like to reach out to Dr. Tracy for more information feel free to email him at [email protected]

Who Brings You Joy?

January 21, 2022 21:00 - 4 minutes - 3.03 MB

During the pandemic, we’ve all had to limit our social interactions, and this social isolation can take a toll on our health and well-being. Here are four ways to increase and improve the quality of your interactions, even in a pandemic.

Gift Yourself

December 16, 2021 04:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MB

Allow the good memories to come into your mind - and honor yourself for managing through the tougher times in your life. 

Boomerang Effect - You Get What You Project

October 28, 2021 17:00 - 13 minutes - 9.18 MB

Learning how to shift our perspective to a positive and outcome-oriented mindset.

Special Guest: Dr. Lucy Shoemaker, Managing Veterinarian at NVA in Renton, Washington

October 13, 2021 03:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MB

Season 1. Episode 4.  Dr. Lucy Shoemaker Our objective in these Special Guest Pawcasts is to explore unique viewpoints, tackle the tough topics, and share useful ideas – all with an aim of fostering our wellbeing, to help us live more joyful, peaceful, and fulfilled lives. IN THIS EPISODE, Dr. Shoemaker describes how she has begun to reduce the daily anxiety that a veterinary clinic can deliver, simply by focus on being present in the moment. As Dr. Shoemaker began pausing, breathing, and ...

Special Guest: Dr. Jan Bellows, Managing Doctor and Joint Venture Partner at Hometown Animal Hospital in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, specializing in the dental care of animals.

September 21, 2021 03:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MB

Season 1. Episode 3.  Dr. Jan Bellows Our objective in these Special Guest Pawcasts is to explore unique viewpoints, tackle the tough topics, and share useful ideas – all with an aim of fostering our wellbeing, to help us live more joyful, peaceful, and fulfilled lives. IN THIS EPISODE, we explore the topic of ANXIETY. Dr. Bellows and I turn our attention to six primary areas that may increase anxiety levels if left unchecked. The good news is there are simple, practical solutions to remed...

Emotional Integrity

September 17, 2021 19:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MB

What does emotional integrity look like in our day-to-day? I’ll share it with you.

Thriving, Not Surviving

August 31, 2021 03:00 - 13 minutes - 8.96 MB

This exercise helps us creates Peace and Energy at the same time.

Special Guest: Dr. Stacy Burdick, Clinical Advisor at NVA Compassion First in New Jersey

August 17, 2021 03:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MB

Season 1. Episode 2.  Dr. Stacy Burdick Our objective in these Special Guest Pawcasts is to explore unique viewpoints, tackle the tough topics, and share useful ideas – all with an aim of fostering our wellbeing, to help us live more joyful, peaceful, and fulfilled lives. IN THIS EPISODE, Dr. Burdick shares her journey in the veterinary profession. We then take the discussion into the topics of business vs. medicine, Covid-19 shifts, hospital culture, and self-care.  Dr. Burdick, a mom and...

Boundaries

August 09, 2021 16:00 - 12 minutes - 8.35 MB

Benefits of setting healthy boundaries for ourselves. 

Special Guest: Dr. Jodi Long, DVM in Houston, Texas.

July 22, 2021 03:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MB

Season 1. Episode 1.  Dr. Jodi Long Our objective in these Special Guest Pawcasts is to explore unique viewpoints, tackle the tough topics, and share useful ideas – all with an aim of fostering our wellbeing, to help us live more joyful, peaceful, and fulfilled lives. You do so much for others, here’s something for you. We hope you can find a few moments to care for yourselves by listening to the Pawcasts.  IN THIS EPISODE, we start off with a bit on Jodi’s background and expertise, and t...

Special Guest Pawcast - Dr. Jodi Long, DVM in Houston, Texas.

July 22, 2021 03:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MB

Season 1. Episode 1.  Dr. Jodi Long Our objective in these Special Guest Pawcasts is to explore unique viewpoints, tackle the tough topics, and share useful ideas – all with an aim of fostering our wellbeing, to help us live more joyful, peaceful, and fulfilled lives. You do so much for others, here’s something for you. We hope you can find a few moments to care for yourselves by listening to the Pawcasts.  IN THIS EPISODE, we start off with a bit on Jodi’s background and expertise, and t...

Countdown to Calm 5...4...3...2...1...

July 09, 2021 03:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MB

Simple exercise to reduce stress and anxiety, using our five senses. 5 breathe and see 4 hear 3 touch 2 smell 1 taste or message

Peace in a Dog-Eat-Dog World

June 28, 2021 03:00 - 21 minutes - 14.6 MB

Let's take a micro-vacation. Here we find the warmth and color of peace and ease. 

Let's Take a Walk

June 02, 2021 03:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MB

“A walk in nature, walks the soul back home.”  ~Mary Davis This Pawcast takes us through a relaxing awareness walk.

Don't Take it Personally

May 19, 2021 03:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MB

Focusing on the good things in life and holding our own power.

Developing an Attitude of Gratitude

May 06, 2021 03:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MB

A practice which allows us to become more alive, joyful, and optimistic.

You Can't Serve from an Empty Cup

April 28, 2021 06:00 - 13 minutes - 9.57 MB

We'll share a practice that helps us generate more self-compassion.    

2,4,7,8 Who Do We Appreciate?

April 21, 2021 06:00 - 8 minutes - 5.75 MB

This is considered "the simplest and most powerful mind-body technique in our toolkit,” on living a healthier life.

Us vs. Them

April 14, 2021 06:00 - 13 minutes - 9.15 MB

Easing the tension and creating more balance through our interactions with others.

Cultivating Joy

April 07, 2021 15:00 - 12 minutes - 8.86 MB

This Pawcast shares a simple practice to create more joy in our lives. 

Releasing Stress

March 31, 2021 16:00 - 10 minutes - 7.57 MB

Learn how to release your stress to help you improve your own quality of life.

Fortifying Our Foundation

March 24, 2021 09:00 - 13 minutes - 9.23 MB

Learn how to care and help others, by first learning how to help ourselves.

Developing Presence

March 03, 2021 17:00 - 10 minutes - 7.5 MB

This episode will help you develop presence of mind for a more peaceful day.