Thinking practice ownership is out of reach because of student loans or a lack of business experience? Think again.In this episode of the Veterinary Insider Podcast, Dr. Christie Cornelius sits down with Robert Borcherding, VP at Panacea Financial, to break down what it really takes to become an owner.You’ll learn:• Why student loan debt does NOT disqualify you from ownership• The pros and cons of buying a practice, buying into a partnership, or starting from scratch• How to evaluate a location using pet density, competition, and real market data• What to watch out for in corporate and hybrid equity deals• Key metrics and mindset shifts for your first 180 days as an ownerRob also shares how specialty lenders think, where veterinarians actually have leverage, and why doctors hold more power in this industry than they realize.Learn more about Rob and Panacea Financial: panaceafinancial.com

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In this episode, host Dr. Christy Cornelius talks with Dana Minacapelli and Julia Tanner of Pawsitive Guidance, LLC about navigating the post-COVID landscape, strengthening culture, and building a practice that can thrive without burning out its people. They dig into leadership development, communication between front and back, key metrics like new-client growth and turnover, and how to use technology and AI as tools—not threats—to support better medicine.

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Running a modern, independently owned veterinary practice requires more than great medicine — it requires the right technology, the right systems, and a clear plan for how those tools support your team and your clients.

In this episode of The Veterinary Insider Podcast, host Christie Cornelius, DVM, EMBA, sits down with Joseph Axne (CEO, I.T. Guru) and William Lindus (Director of Operations, I.T. Guru) to break down how practices can build a practical, scalable technology roadmap.

Joseph and William share real-world insights on identifying tech gaps, choosing the right tools, strengthening cybersecurity, optimizing workflows, and preparing for long-term growth without overwhelm. Whether you're upgrading outdated systems or planning your next phase of expansion, this conversation gives you the clarity to move forward with confidence.

If your practice is ready to operate more efficiently, elevate client experience, and reduce daily frustration — this episode is a must-listen.

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