Freewheelin' Veterinary Business Q&a Podcast

Dr. Moriah McCauley kicks off this episode with a heartfelt pulse check on the veterinary profession, acknowledging the weird and wobbly energy many are feeling right now. From shifting job markets to corporate clinic closures, she sets the tone for a conversation that’s all about support, growth, and resilience. The spotlight then turns to Dr. Kate Boatright, whose journey through mentorship—both the good and the bad—offers a powerful roadmap for what real mentorship can look like in vet med today.Episode Outline[00:00] Vet Med Pulse Check[02:00] Last Week’s Chat with Dr. Kate[03:19] What You Don’t See at VMAX[04:03] Mentorship That Actually Works[06:34] Scheduling, Support & Green Flags[08:44] Investing in Mentees Long-Term[10:11] Interview Questions New Grads Should Ask[13:33] Why Mentorship Keeps Vets in the Game[14:59] Listener Stories: Why I Stayed[19:10] Avoiding Bore-Out, Building Passion[21:13] Clients as Burnout Buffers[23:00] Seeing the Good in Tough TimesEpisode LinksSee more from Dr. Moriah M