On this episode of the Vet Blast Podcast, Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, sits down with Steve Mehler, DVM, DACVS, board-certified veterinary surgeon and co-founder of Mainline Veterinary Specialists, to explore why cranial cruciate ligament disease is best understood as a chronic inflammatory condition, and what that means for surgery, rehabilitation, and long-term joint health.

In this episode, you'll learn

• Why “disease” is a better word than “injury” for cruciate tears
• How a whole-dog approach addresses compensatory changes beyond the knee
• What bilateral cruciate tears can look like in the clinic
• How supplements, NSAIDs, and intra-articular therapies fit into joint care

• Steve Mehler's website
• Steve Mehler on TikTok

On this episode of the Vet Blast Podcast, Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, talks with Bethany Weinheimer, DVM, founder of The Evolved Vets. Weinheimer explains the difference between destination living and directional living, and why it matters in a profession heavy on checking boxes. They also talk about finding your people, protecting your energy, and bringing more positivity to veterinary medicine.

In this episode, you'll learn

• How the “I’ll be happy when” mindset shows up from preveterinary school onward
• A simple values audit using your social media feed and calendar
• What your “battery level” can tell you about showing up for patients and teams
• Why stepping into a well-being session at a conference is worth the time

• The Evolved Vets website

This episode is sponsored by Novaquis Animal Health and is approved for 1.0 CE Credits

At Fetch Kansas City, host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA talked with Kelly Sovey, DVM, CVA, and Danny Sack, DVM, about evidence-based approaches to veterinary wound management. They discussed how to assess wound healing, decide when to close a wound versus allow second-intention healing, and address factors that can stall progress—including infection, poor perfusion, tension, and patient comorbidities.

The conversation also covered the 4 stages of wound healing, wound lavage and bandaging practices, antimicrobial stewardship, and the role of three-dimensional wound scaffolds.

On this episode of the Vet Blast Podcast, host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, sits down with Craig A. Clifford, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Oncology), to talk feline lymphoma, from that "something's just off" exam to what comes next. Clifford explains how the large cell and small cell forms show up differently in the clinic, and which diagnostics give primary care teams the clearest picture.

In this episode, you'll learn

• Where treatment stands today and why veterinarians may soon have more options for treatment.
• How veterinarians can work with clients on a budget when the difference between IBD and small cell lymphoma isn't clear-cut.
• What to expect from CHOP-based protocols in cats compared with dogs.
• Known risk factors for feline GI lymphoma, including FeLV, FIV, and secondhand smoke exposure.

• The "Cliff's Edge" veterinary oncology podcast
• LinkedIn

Productive conflict starts with knowing yourself. On this episode of the Vet Blast Podcast, Bridget Rollins, MBA, founder of Kings Consulting, joins host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, to explain how emotional intelligence helps veterinary professionals notice when they're getting triggered and get back to a calmer, more thoughtful state of mind.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• Why triggers feel so personal, and where they often come from
• A reflection exercise to help you figure out what pushes your buttons
• How long shifts and fatigue can shorten everyone's fuse
• How clearing the air one-on-one can build confidence and autonomy

Host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, sits down with Cheryl Stout, DVM, a residency-trained zoo veterinarian, about her path from a childhood fascination with wildlife to a career built around conservation. Stout discusses how she found her way into zoo medicine, what keeps her motivated to educate veterinary professionals and the public through social media, and more.

In this episode

• Career path: Stout traces her path from a childhood fascination with wildlife to internships, a residency, and a foundation in zoo medicine.
• The zoo med boards: A look at just how demanding the path to board certification really is.
• Conservation impact: Stout's "why," and the species — from African elephants to bison to kiwi — that have shaped her career.
• Social media outreach: Why Stout started sharing her work online, and what it's taught her about connecting with an audience - find her at safari_and_scrubs on TikTok and Instagram.

• https://www.tiktok.com/@safari_and_scrubs
• https://www.instagram.com/safari_and_scrubs/

This episode is sponsored by The Farmer's Dog

Clients are asking about fresh dog food, but there are still some misconceptions surrounding these diets out there. In this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, talked with Brandon Stapleton, DVM, head veterinarian and vice president of animal healthcare at The Farmer’s Dog, live at Fetch Kansas City.

Throughout the episode, they discuss what separates gently cooked fresh food from raw diets, what digestibility and “human grade” actually mean, and how fresh food may affect hydration. Stapleton also explains how individually portioned meals can take the guesswork out of weight management and how highly palatable, complete and balanced food can help senior, cancer, and postoperative patients keep eating.

You can also watch this episode on dvm360.com!