Episode 65 - Painful Paradoxes

In this week's episode, we have an important conversation with the amazing Dr. Sarah Keir, a small animal vet with an impressive clinical career in veterinary medicine. Sarah shares her journey, including the challenges she faced and the pivotal moments that shaped her path. We also chat about how the veterinary field is changing and how you can build a fulfilling career, even if it doesn't go exactly as planned. Sarah talks about the tough and sometimes surprising parts of veterinary medicine, sharing valuable insights. We also talk to Sarah about everything from baking blogs to the female explorers who inspire her. We're also fortunate to have Sophie Duguid from Zoetis UK on the show this week. Sophie talks about the responsible use of artificial intelligence (AI) in veterinary medicine, with a focus on dermatology. She explains the fundamentals of AI, neural networks, and deep learning, and how these technologies can enhance veterinary care, particularly through the concept of the virtual laboratory. Dr. Sarah Keir is a small animal vet in the UK with over 17 years of experience. Passionate about internal medicine and ultrasonography, she emphasizes the human-animal bond and loves to continue to learn and grow in her field. Contact Sarah at [email protected] or visit her websites at www.sarahthevet.com and www.vetartis.co.uk. Sophie Duguid, BVMS MRCVS, is the National Veterinary Manager for Zoetis UK. She has extensive experience in companion animal practice and a deep interest in internal medicine, immunology, and diagnostics. We extend our sincere gratitude to Zoetis for supporting this clinical chat. For more information, please contact Zoetis at [email protected]. Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to our podcast for more honest conversations with leaders in the veterinary field.