Unhinged and On Call
Unhinged and On Call
Podcast Description
Confessions from the Vet Truck! Every shift has a WTF moment. More laughing, less charting.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on the chaotic and unpredictable world of veterinary medicine, covering themes such as emergency care, humorous mishaps, mental health challenges, and the importance of community support. Specific episodes share wild stories like a horse rescue from railroad tracks, explosive abscess incidents, and experiences of compassion fatigue and burnout among veterinary professionals.
At Unhinged and On Call, we bring you the heart and humor of veterinary medicine—from the barnyard to the back of the clinic. Our hosts Dr. Chelsea Luedke and Trish Wilhelm, RVT are the perfect veterinary duo who take clinical care—and comedy—seriously. With decades of combined expertise in all aspects of veterinary medicine, we’re “on call” to deliver the real-deal insights in every episode.
Veterinary Mayhem and Unexpected Lessons In this episode of ‘Unhinged and on Call,’ host Dr. Chelsea and vet tech Trish welcome back Dr. Hannah Klein, their first repeat guest. The trio dives into unexpected challenges in veterinary medicine, focusing on rare and complex cases involving animals like goats and calves. They discuss everything from the frustration of chicken feed causing health issues in goats to the shocking moments of dealing with blood clots and mesenteric issues in calves. Personal anecdotes, such as dealing with spicy barn cats and chaotic large animal scenarios, highlight the unpredictable nature of their profession. The episode offers laughs, learning moments, and a glimpse into the intense world of vet medicine, reminding listeners that even seasoned professionals don’t have all the answers.
00:00 Introduction to Unhinged and On Call
00:24 Studio Setup and Technical Challenges
00:46 Welcoming Dr. Hannah Klein
00:59 Veterinary Medicine Realities
01:49 Chicken Feed and Goat Health Issues
02:41 Commercial Break
03:21 Dr. Hannah Klein’s Background
04:07 Starting a Veterinary Practice
06:22 Challenges in Veterinary Practice
09:03 Unexpected Veterinary Cases
13:07 Dealing with Goat and Cattle Health
19:36 Veterinary Mentorship and Advice
23:54 Pet Goats and Local Veterinary Scene
25:12 Challenges in Veterinary Practice
25:40 Emergency Services and Client Expectations
26:02 Opportunities for New Veterinarians
26:27 Transport and Carcass Removal Services
26:51 Memorable Veterinary Stories
28:19 Farm Animal Rescues and Their Challenges
30:33 Sanctuaries and Rehoming Issues
34:23 Consent-Based Training and Safety Concerns
36:12 Fear-Free Veterinary Practices
37:47 Humorous Veterinary Anecdotes
44:19 The Farmers’ Almanac and Veterinary Practices
48:03 Closing Remarks and Technical Difficulties
48:46 Listener Engagement and Podcast Promotion
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