Scrub Chat

Scrub Chat


Latest Episodes

“Who Says You Need a Plan B in Life?” – Dr. Carla Gartrell, DVM, DACVIM, JD
March 21, 2020

Meet Dr. Carla Gartrell, a board-certified veterinary internist, licensed attorney, and Associate Dean of Academic Affairs for the Midwestern University College of Veterinary Medicine in Glendale, Arizona.  She shares words of wisdom about the how the ...

“Life is Like a Raffle – You Must Be Present to Win.” David Sessum, LVT
March 21, 2020

David Sessum is a trailblazer in the veterinary profession. He’s an Associate Professor in the Veterinary Technician Program at Lone Star College in Tomball, Texas, serves on the Board of Directors for the Texas Veterinary Medical Association,

Scrub Chat Season 3 Trailer!
March 21, 2020

Welcome to Scrub Chat Season 3! Producer Garnetta Santiago, and Host Kim Farina tell us what’s in store for Season 3 of Scrub Chat. Guests this season include: David Sessum, LVT Dr. Carla Gartrell, DVM, DACVIM, JD Melanie Hollis, LVT Dr. Venaya Jones,

Do What Works For Your Life
November 04, 2019

In this episode, Dr. Deb Landis, discusses her career path and how she manages work- life balance. Dr. Landis started her career as a bovine veterinarian, currently owns her small ruminant practice, Landis Veterinary Service,

A Technician’s Story of Bullies, Burnout and Bliss
October 28, 2019

Professional opportunities for veterinary technicians are endless, and the experiences of Melissa Supernor, a Massachusetts and Connecticut Certified Veterinary Technician, prove that to be true. Listen as she discusses her journey from obtaining her V...

Get Started Fast and Fail Early
October 21, 2019

Dr. Quincy Hawley is the co-founder of Get MotiVETed, a company that provides wellbeing solutions for all members of the veterinary community.  Dr. Hawley is passionate about improving leadership, wellbeing, and diversity in the veterinary profession.

Be the Astronaut of Your Own Life
October 14, 2019

Meet Deborah Reeder, a Texas-based Registered Veterinary Technician who transitioned from a 10-year career as a flight attendant to a successful career as an equine veterinary technician. Deb’s experiences reflect insights and life lessons she’s garner...

Your Career Does Not Have to be Linear
October 07, 2019

Learn how your veterinary career can have many twists and turns from Dr. Omar Farías. Dr. Farías progressed from working as an associate veterinarian in Philadelphia, to owning a veterinary practice to enjoying a career in the veterinary industry with ...

More Positive Polly, Less Negative Nancy
June 17, 2019

If you are a veterinary technician and interested in learning more about specialty medicine and career growth, listen to our chat with Ms. Deb Blades.  Ms. Blades is a certified veterinary technician and the practice manager of Blue Pearl VSEC in Levit...

Everyone Has a Bad Vein Day
June 12, 2019

Ms. Charlotte Waack is a certified and registered veterinary technician and is the director of VSPN. Our chat with Ms. Waack explores the importance of well-being for a veterinary technician. Listen about her career choices, networking ability,