Extraordinary Vets

In this episode of Extraordinary Vets, we honor the remarkable life and legacy of Dr. John Welser former Dean of the Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine. Joined by his wife, Katie Welser, and daughter, Dr. Jennifer Welser, host Dr. Donna Harris explores two generations of leadership and devotion to animal care.

In this episode of Extraordinary Vets, host Dr. Donna Harris sits down with Dr. Emily King to discuss her multi-faceted journey through veterinary medicine. From hanging her own shingle in 2003 to expanding her digital footprint, Dr. King shares the invaluable leadership and longevity lessons she has picked up along the way.
Dr. King also shares her absolute must-read book that changed the trajectory of her clinic and her take on where the digital landscape is heading over the next ten years. Whether you are a vet student, a practice owner, or simply a pet lover, this episode is packed with humor, honesty, and actionable advice.

Explore Dr. Emily King’s resources, content, and Vet Practice Pro links at beacons.ai/dr.emilyking

In this episode of Extraordinary Vets, host Dr. Donna Harris sits down with Dr. Mark Johnston, CEO of Vetstream, for a deeply candid conversation about career evolution, resilience, and global impact. Dr. Johnston shares his personal journey from a traditional clinical education at Cambridge to navigating severe, hidden burnout during the intensity of equine practice.
That pivotal crisis became the catalyst for a remarkable shift to entrepreneurship and advocacy. From launching groundbreaking equine safety data initiatives like CEPEF to establishing upstream mental health tools with the Vets in Mind Alliance, Dr. Johnston has dedicated his post-clinic career to protecting both animals and the veterinary team.

Dr. Johnston’s work spans global relief, clinical intelligence, and vital mental health advocacy. To explore his active projects, or support his ongoing humanitarian initiatives, connect with the platforms below:

Vetlexicon: www.vetlexicon.com
Vets in Mind: www.vets-in-mind.org
Euthasafe: https://www.safety.vet
Prosalus Foundation: www.prosalusfoundation.org 
Confidential enquiry into perioperative equine fatalities: https://cepef4.wordpress.com

In this special edition of the Extraordinary Vets Podcast, host Dr. Donna Harris sits down with Dr. Jamie Barnabei. With nearly a decade of federal service leading national programs in animal health and emergency preparedness, Dr. Barnabei draws on her deep expertise to break down what this parasite is and how it works.

In this episode of Extraordinary Vets, host Dr. Donna Harris sits down with the remarkable Dr. Lisa Freeman, a veterinarian, whose career path led her from comparative biomedical research all the way to becoming the 13th president of Northern Illinois University .
Discover her insights on veterinary science, research, leadership, and her dedication to community engagement.