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Tuesday Jan 17, 2023
Ellie Fuentes wants you to overcome your perfectionism
Tuesday Jan 17, 2023
Tuesday Jan 17, 2023
According to Psychology Today, perfectionism is a trait that makes life an endless report card on accomplishments or looks. When healthy, it can be self-motivating and drive you to overcome adversity and achieve success. When unhealthy, it can be a fast and enduring track to unhappiness.
What makes extreme perfectionism so toxic is that while those in its grip desire success, they are most focused on avoiding failure, resulting in a negative orientation. They don’t believe in unconditional love, expecting others’ affection and approval to be dependent on a flawless performance.
On this episode of Living Well with Dr. Jessica, we are joined by Ellie Fuentes who tells us how we can overcome perfectionism. Ellie is a private practice therapist at Clinical Insights in New Jersey. She holds a Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Fairleigh Dickinson University and is a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counsel and a Licensed Associate Counselor in the state of New Jersey.
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Wednesday Jan 11, 2023
21 Questions with Dr. Serena Nayee
Wednesday Jan 11, 2023
Wednesday Jan 11, 2023
Although Dr. Serena Nayee, deeply cares about animals, she almost chose a very different path. She has always walked a fine line between human and animal health for a long time.
Although Dr. Serena has no regrets about her choices, one of the hardest career decisions she made was to choose between animal and human health. She believes both have a serious problem with equality and accessibility.
At one point during her studies, she actually considered leaving veterinary medicine for a path towards human health. Dr. Serena found it difficult to justify the cost of veterinary studies when there was such a huge gap to fill in the world of human health.
Fortunately for animals everywhere, Dr. Serena did decide to stick with her veterinary career. While there are problems with equity and fairness in human medicine, that problem is also in veterinary medicine. Her major goal is to help close that gap.
Dr. Serena believes that one of the biggest problems facing the veterinary industry today is the inaccessibility of education and healthcare available. She believes that education and healthcare should be inclusive for everyone, and that it should not be difficult to access.
That's why she created Chapter VII!
Check her out on 21 Questions with Vet Candy and learn how she's on a mission to make veterinary care accessible to all
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Sunday Jan 08, 2023
21 Questions with Dr. Sandra Faeh Butler
Sunday Jan 08, 2023
Sunday Jan 08, 2023
“It’s not enough to wish upon stars. You must actively reach for them.”
Those are the words that best describe someone like Dr. Sandra Faeh Butler.
Brilliant, hardworking, and never one to turn away from a challenge, this University of Illinois graduate has been involved with organized veterinary medicine for more than 20 years. From making her first dollar as a receptionist at a veterinary hospital to being part owner of four animal clinics and later holding the position of 2020-22 AVMA (American Veterinary Medical Association) vice president, Sandra has always gone above and beyond.
Now, she in on the heels of an exciting new venture…
Running for president of the AVMA!
Vet Candy could not be happier to tell you more about Dr. Sandra. Recently, we had the opportunity to talk to Faeh Butler about her mission in life, how she is using her role as a leader to make the world a better place, and what advice she has for young veterinary students.
Introducing, veterinary superstar Dr. Sandra Faeh Butler on our Vet Candy Radio show, 21 Questions with Dr. Jill.
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Friday Jan 06, 2023
Vet Candy Magazine, Special Edition: Respiratory Disease
Friday Jan 06, 2023
Friday Jan 06, 2023
Thank you to Trudell Animal Health for sponsoring this issue!
Happy New Year! This time of year when we think about setting New Year’s resolutions. We vow to lose weight, or work harder to get a raise at work. Many times, however, we are so busy chasing these smaller goals we fail to look at the big picture. What we should be setting are life goals.
Speaking of setting life goals, this issue’s cover model, Amanda Steffen, is taking steps to complete one of her life’s goals which is to focus on holistic medicine. She is taking advanced courses to specialize in acupuncture therapy and hopes to one day open her own practice. If you are making life goals and want to share with us, tag @myvetcandy, we would love to hear about it!
In this issue, we have a special treat for you – free RACE approved veterinary and veterinary technician CE! We have the latest clinical updates on respiratory disease and case studies from Dr. Mathieu Paulin, Dr. Anthony Gonzalez, Dr. Carey Hemmelgarn, and Melissa Evans, CVT.
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Continuing education information: This program is approved by AAVSB RACE for veterinary and veterinary technician CE credit (20-975954)
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This program (20-975954) is approved by the AAVSB RACE to offer a total of 2 CE Credits, with a maximum of 2 CE Credits being available to any individual veterinarian or veterinary technician/technologist. This RACE approval is for the subject matter categories of medical using the delivery method of anytime.
This approval is valid in jurisdictions which recognize AAVSB RACE; however, participants are responsible for ascertaining each board’s CE requirements. Expires 01/06/2025

Friday Jan 06, 2023
21 Questions with Dr. Debbye Bell Turner
Friday Jan 06, 2023
Friday Jan 06, 2023
Normal veterinarian attire includes many things. For example, a white coat, blue scrubs, stethoscope, cap, and pair of gloves.
But a crown?
Never.
Not unless your name is Dr. Debbye Turner Bell, of course!
That is because in addition to being a veterinarian, Debbye was also the winner of Miss America in 1990. Originally born in Hawaii, this communications megastar attended Arkansas State University where she received her B.S. degree in agriculture. Later, the University of Missouri-Columbia became home as she pursued her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine.
Who would have guessed that a veterinarian could also win the Miss America crown? Yet for this wonder woman, that’s exactly what happened!
Vet Candy is bubbling with excitement to introduce our listeners to the incredibly talented Dr. Debbye Turner Bell. Check her out on 21 Questions with Dr. Jill only on Vet Candy Radio!
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Friday Jan 06, 2023
21questions with Dr. Mira Tabet
Friday Jan 06, 2023
Friday Jan 06, 2023
Dr. Mira Tabet was 8 years old when she realized her love for animals. Ever since then, she was surrounded by dogs. Her first dog was her first best friend and partner in crime.
Her first pets fuelled her desire to become a vet and do her best to take care of every pet she comes across and not have any pet owner go through what she went through.
Her dream was realized in November 2018 when she opened her own veterinary clinic and founded Dr. Paw in Mont Liban in Lebanon.
She has loved every single day to the fullest and is excited to get to know you and your furry friends!
Vet Candy is delighted to have had the opportunity to sit down with Dr. Mira to play 21 Questions. She shared the best career advice she ever received and explained the three qualities that got her where she is today.
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Tuesday Jan 03, 2023
21 Questions with Dr. Craig Clifford
Tuesday Jan 03, 2023
Tuesday Jan 03, 2023
Loving what you do for work isn’t a requirement to have a successful career.
But it sure helps!
Luckily for Dr. Craig Clifford, the hours fly by when he is at work. That’s because for this veterinarian, medical oncology and improving the lives of pets is what he was made for.
“I truly love what I do,” he says.
Dr. Clifford is a graduate of Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine and received an MS degree in Animal Science/Virology from the University of Delaware. Following an internship and a medical oncology residency at the University of Pennsylvania, he went on to later become a diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Oncology) in 2003. After that, it was off to Director of Clinical Studies and Red Bank Veterinary Hospital and Hope Veterinary Specialists, where he was their first medical oncologist and Director of Clinical Studies.
His more recent accomplishments are equally impressive!
From writing and co-authoring over 50 papers and book chapters to lecturing at major veterinary meetings in the USA and abroad, Dr. Craig truly embodies the saying, “Do what you love and love what you do.”
Vet Candy is delighted to have had the opportunity to sit down with Dr. Craig Clifford recently. He shared the best career advice he ever received and explained the three qualities that got him where he is today.
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Sunday Jan 01, 2023
Talking about mentorship with Dr. Addie- start the new year right!
Sunday Jan 01, 2023
Sunday Jan 01, 2023
The purpose of a veterinary mentor is to help you grow as a person and become the best version of yourself. This may involve helping you achieve your personal or career goals, introducing you to new ways of thinking, challenging your limiting assumptions, sharing valuable life lessons, and much more.
On this episode of Vet Candy IRL, host, Dr. Shannon Gregoire chats with fellow veterinarian, Dr. Addie Reinhart, who explains the importance of mentorship.
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Saturday Dec 31, 2022
Mystery of the Tippy Toed Cat
Saturday Dec 31, 2022
Saturday Dec 31, 2022
A cat comes into the clinic with a complaint that he is walking strangly, almost on his tippy toes. What would you do for this kitty? Dr. Courtney Campbell talks with fellow veterinary surgeon, Dr. Rebecca Webb, who tells all about the Mystery of the Tippy Toed Cat.
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Continuing education information: This program is approved by AAVSB RACE, CPD, and New York State for veterinary and veterinary technician CE credit (20-925777).
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This program is also approved in the State of New York for .5 CE Credits.
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Thursday Dec 29, 2022
21 Questions with Dr. Amanda Steffen
Thursday Dec 29, 2022
Thursday Dec 29, 2022
Ever since she was a little girl, Amanda knew she wanted to be a veterinarian.
Now, with the title “Dr.” in front of her name, that dream has become a reality!
For this University of Tennessee graduate, being one of some 47,000 veterinarians in the United States is more than just a job – it is a calling. But unlike the thousands of other vet med professionals out there, Dr. Amanda Steffen has a very special (some might even say unique) interest…senior pets and aging care.
Grey muzzles? Adorable white fur?
Sign her up!
When it comes to older pets, Dr. Steffen loves educating owners about aging changes and how we can help our pets transition into seniors with grace, comfort, and happiness. Building upon her background in emergency medicine, general practice, and non-profit veterinary medicine, tackling older pet issues was the perfect next step.
Vet Candy is delighted to have had the opportunity to interview Dr. Amanda Steffen. Today, she shares her vision for senior animal care, discusses some of the problems facing modern vet med, and also explains why scheduling vacations is an absolute must.
Introducing, the wonderful Dr. Amanda Steffen!
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