Instinct Pick the Brain Podcast

About Instinct Pick the Brain Podcast

Listen in as Instinct founder Dr. Caleb Frankel sits down with veterinary industry leaders to talk all things practice operations, ownership, and technology.

Publisher

Caleb Frankel

Category

business · education · kids & family

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

2 Apr 2026

Latest episode

5 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

11 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   5 Jun 2026

   What AI Really Means For You & Your Practice With Rohan Relan

   You asked… What does AI actually mean for my practice right now? Founder and CEO of ScribbleVet, Rohan Relan, answered. Veterinary medicine may be slow to adopt new technology at times, but could embracing AI help it move into the future? Dr. Caleb Frankel interviews Rohan Relan, founder and CEO of ScribbleVet, to explore the transformative impact of AI on veterinary medicine. They discuss the history of AI at Google, the development of ScribbleVet, and future trends in AI, including coding agents and personalized tools for veterinary leaders. Resources: * https://scribblevet.com * https://ai.google/ * https://www.kaggle.com * https://openevidence.com * https://claude.ai * https://www.linkedin.com/in/rohan-relan/ Where to find us: * https://www.instagram.com/instinctscience/ * https://www.facebook.com/instinct.science/ * https://www.linkedin.com/company/instinct-science/ * https://www.youtube.com/@InstinctScience * https://instinct.vet/blog/ About the Show: A decade ago, Dr. Caleb Frankel founded Instinct as a "pipe dream" to greatly improve the veterinary profession through better technology. Over the years, Caleb and team have been fortunate to get to know and learn from some of the best and brightest leaders in the field since they tend to self-select for Instinct products. Instinct’s Pick the Brain Podcast is a weekly, short-form podcast designed for the modern veterinary leader who is short on time but aiming to be big on impact. Each Friday, Caleb is joined by experienced industry and practice experts who share their real-world experiences, pro tips, lessons learned, and practice advice. Pick the Brain Podcast is produced by Instinct, makers of some of the most beloved tools for veterinary professionals, including Instinct EMR, ScribbleVet, Plumb’s, Standards of Care, and Clinician’s Brief. Have a question for Caleb or one of our guests? Email us at pickthebrain@instinct.vet. Interested in learning more about Instinct? Check us out and get a demo at instinct.vet.

2. 

   29 May 2026

   How One Vet Is Piloting a New Paradigm in Practice Ownership With Dr. Jennifer Welser

   You asked… What does a shared ownership model look like? President of Arista Advanced Pet Care, Jennifer Welser, DVM, DACVO, answered. If starting a practice on your own sounds too daunting, is there another way? Dr. Caleb Frankel sits down with Dr. Jen Welser, an ophthalmologist turned hospital leader, about the unique shared ownership structure of Arista Advanced Pet Care, the impact on patient care, and insights for emerging veterinary leaders. Resources: * https://aristaadvancedpetcare.com * https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferwelser-dvm-dacvo/ Where to find us: * https://www.instagram.com/instinctscience/ * https://www.facebook.com/instinct.science/ * https://www.linkedin.com/company/instinct-science/ * https://www.youtube.com/@InstinctScience * https://instinct.vet/blog/ About the Show: A decade ago, Dr. Caleb Frankel founded Instinct as a "pipe dream" to greatly improve the veterinary profession through better technology. Over the years, Caleb and team have been fortunate to get to know and learn from some of the best and brightest leaders in the field since they tend to self-select for Instinct products. Instinct’s Pick the Brain Podcast is a weekly, short-form podcast designed for the modern veterinary leader who is short on time but aiming to be big on impact. Each Friday, Caleb is joined by experienced industry and practice experts who share their real-world experiences, pro tips, lessons learned, and practice advice. Pick the Brain Podcast is produced by Instinct, makers of some of the most beloved tools for veterinary professionals, including Instinct EMR, ScribbleVet, Plumb’s, Standards of Care, and Clinician’s Brief. Have a question for Caleb or one of our guests? Email us at pickthebrain@instinct.vet. Interested in learning more about Instinct? Check us out and get a demo at instinct.vet.

3. 

   22 May 2026

   Making Patient Safety a Priority in Private Practice With Dr. Beth Davidow

   You asked… How can I ensure patient safety in my practice? Co-founder and CEO of Timberline Veterinary Emergency & Specialty, Beth Davidow, DVM, answered. Not sure where to start in boosting your practice’s patient safety protocols? Listen in as Dr. Caleb Frankel and veterinary critical care specialist Dr. Beth Davidow explore the critical importance of patient safety in veterinary medicine. They discuss system-based approaches to prevent errors, share practical safety protocols, and highlight resources for hospital leaders to improve safety culture. Resources: * https://www.ihi.org/ * https://vetidealist.com/ Where to find us: * https://www.instagram.com/instinctscience/ * https://www.facebook.com/instinct.science/ * https://www.linkedin.com/company/instinct-science/ * https://www.youtube.com/@InstinctScience * https://instinct.vet/blog/ About the Show: A decade ago, Dr. Caleb Frankel founded Instinct as a "pipe dream" to greatly improve the veterinary profession through better technology. Over the years, Caleb and team have been fortunate to get to know and learn from some of the best and brightest leaders in the field since they tend to self-select for Instinct products. Instinct’s Pick the Brain Podcast is a weekly, short-form podcast designed for the modern veterinary leader who is short on time but aiming to be big on impact. Each Friday, Caleb is joined by experienced industry and practice experts who share their real-world experiences, pro tips, lessons learned, and practice advice. Pick the Brain Podcast is produced by Instinct, makers of some of the most beloved tools for veterinary professionals, including Instinct EMR, ScribbleVet, Plumb’s, Standards of Care, and Clinician’s Brief. Have a question for Caleb or one of our guests? Email us at pickthebrain@instinct.vet. Interested in learning more about Instinct? Check us out and get a demo at instinct.vet.

4. 

   15 May 2026

   How AMC’s CEO Survived a $125 Million Renovation With Helen Irving

   You asked… How can I successfully navigate a practice renovation? President & CEO at Schwarzman Animal Medical Center, Helen Irving, RN, MBA, answered. How does the world’s largest non-profit animal hospital navigate a $125 million renovation? Dr. Caleb Frankel sits down with Helen Irving about her leadership journey, the massive renovation project at AMC, and lessons learned in hospital management and construction. They explore strategies for leading through complex projects, maintaining staff morale, and future plans for veterinary innovation. Resources: * https://www.amcny.org/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenirving/ Where to find us: * https://www.instagram.com/instinctscience/ * https://www.facebook.com/instinct.science/ * https://www.linkedin.com/company/instinct-science/ * https://www.youtube.com/@InstinctScience * https://instinct.vet/blog/ About the Show: A decade ago, Dr. Caleb Frankel founded Instinct as a "pipe dream" to greatly improve the veterinary profession through better technology. Over the years, Caleb and team have been fortunate to get to know and learn from some of the best and brightest leaders in the field since they tend to self-select for Instinct products. Instinct’s Pick the Brain Podcast is a weekly, short-form podcast designed for the modern veterinary leader who is short on time but aiming to be big on impact. Each Friday, Caleb is joined by experienced industry and practice experts who share their real-world experiences, pro tips, lessons learned, and practice advice. Pick the Brain Podcast is produced by Instinct, makers of some of the most beloved tools for veterinary professionals, including Instinct EMR, ScribbleVet, Plumb’s, Standards of Care, and Clinician’s Brief. Have a question for Caleb or one of our guests? Email us at pickthebrain@instinct.vet. Interested in learning more about Instinct? Check us out and get a demo at instinct.vet.

5. 

   8 May 2026

   How AI Scribing is Transforming Veterinary Education With Andrea Miller

   You Asked… Are AI scribing tools a fit for teaching hospitals? Assistant Director of Operations at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine, Andrea Miller, BS, CVT, answered. AI tools are taking over all industries, but are they a good fit for aiding students’ charting? In this episode, Dr. Caleb Frankel interviews Andrea Miller, a pioneering leader in veterinary hospital operations, about the innovative use of AI scribing at the University of Florida's veterinary teaching hospitals. They explore how AI tools are transforming clinical workflows, enhancing education, and balancing efficiency with teaching integrity. Resources: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreamillercvt/ Where to find us: * https://www.instagram.com/instinctscience/ * https://www.facebook.com/instinct.science/ * https://www.linkedin.com/company/instinct-science/ * https://www.youtube.com/@InstinctScience * https://instinct.vet/blog/ About the Show: A decade ago, Dr. Caleb Frankel founded Instinct as a "pipe dream" to greatly improve the veterinary profession through better technology. Over the years, Caleb and team have been fortunate to get to know and learn from some of the best and brightest leaders in the field since they tend to self-select for Instinct products. Instinct’s Pick the Brain Podcast is a weekly, short-form podcast designed for the modern veterinary leader who is short on time but aiming to be big on impact. Each Friday, Caleb is joined by experienced industry and practice experts who share their real-world experiences, pro tips, lessons learned, and practice advice. Pick the Brain Podcast is produced by Instinct, makers of some of the most beloved tools for veterinary professionals, including Instinct EMR, ScribbleVet, Plumb’s, Standards of Care, and Clinician’s Brief. Have a question for Caleb or one of our guests? Email us at pickthebrain@instinct.vet. Interested in learning more about Instinct? Check us out and get a demo at instinct.vet.

6. 

   1 May 2026

   How Coaching Can Accelerate Your Career With Dr. Peggy Sayer

   You Asked… How Can I Take My Career to the Next Level? Cardiologist and founder of Charlotte Animal Referral & Emergency, Peggy Sayer, DVM, DACVIM (cardiology), answered. Could a leadership coach help you take your career and practice to new heights? In this episode, Dr. Caleb Frankel sits down with Dr. Peggy Sayer about the transformative power of leadership coaching. The discuss how coaching enhances leadership skills, personal growth, and team dynamics. Resources: * https://www.linkedin.com/in/peggy-sayer-dvm-69654510/ * https://www.ted.com/talks/atul_gawande_how_do_we_heal_medicine Where to find us: * https://www.instagram.com/instinctscience/ * https://www.facebook.com/instinct.science/ * https://www.linkedin.com/company/instinct-science/ * https://www.youtube.com/@InstinctScience * https://instinct.vet/blog/ About the Show: A decade ago, Dr. Caleb Frankel founded Instinct as a "pipe dream" to greatly improve the veterinary profession through better technology. Over the years, Caleb and team have been fortunate to get to know and learn from some of the best and brightest leaders in the field since they tend to self-select for Instinct products. Instinct’s Pick the Brain Podcast is a weekly, short-form podcast designed for the modern veterinary leader who is short on time but aiming to be big on impact. Each Friday, Caleb is joined by experienced industry and practice experts who share their real-world experiences, pro tips, lessons learned, and practice advice. Pick the Brain Podcast is produced by Instinct, makers of some of the most beloved tools for veterinary professionals, including Instinct EMR, ScribbleVet, Plumb’s, Standards of Care, and Clinician’s Brief. Have a question for Caleb or one of our guests? Email us at pickthebrain@instinct.vet. Interested in learning more about Instinct? Check us out and get a demo at instinct.vet.

7. 

   24 Apr 2026

   How a Neurologist Started a First of Its Kind Practice Model With Fred Wininger

   You Asked… What Does a Single-Specialty Practice Look Like? Owner of The Animal Neurology Center, Fred Wininger, VMD, MS, DACVIM (Neurology), answered. Could narrowing down your practice’s focus mean maximizing its value? Dr. Caleb Frankel sits down with Dr. Fred Wininger to talk about the innovative single-specialty model of his practice, Animal Neurology Center, the unique benefits he’s seen, and how it compares to multidisciplinary hospitals. Resources: * https://www.instagram.com/animalneurodoc/ * https://www.linkedin.com/in/fred-wininger-vmd-ms-dacvim-neurology-b6baab189/ * https://www.facebook.com/theanimalneurologycenter/ * https://www.instagram.com/theanimalneurologycenter/ * https://www.youtube.com/@TheAnimalNeurologyCenter * https://www.linkedin.com/company/theanimalneurologycenter * https://www.sba.gov/ Where to find us: * https://www.instagram.com/instinctscience/ * https://www.facebook.com/instinct.science/ * https://www.linkedin.com/company/instinct-science/ * https://www.youtube.com/@InstinctScience * https://instinct.vet/blog/ About the Show: A decade ago, Dr. Caleb Frankel founded Instinct as a "pipe dream" to greatly improve the veterinary profession through better technology. Over the years, Caleb and team have been fortunate to get to know and learn from some of the best and brightest leaders in the field since they tend to self-select for Instinct products. Instinct’s Pick the Brain Podcast is a weekly, short-form podcast designed for the modern veterinary leader who is short on time but aiming to be big on impact. Each Friday, Caleb is joined by experienced industry and practice experts who share their real-world experiences, pro tips, lessons learned, and practice advice. Pick the Brain Podcast is produced by Instinct, makers of some of the most beloved tools for veterinary professionals, including Instinct EMR, ScribbleVet, Plumb’s, Standards of Care, and Clinician’s Brief. Have a question for Caleb or one of our guests? Email us at pickthebrain@instinct.vet. Interested in learning more about Instinct? Check us out and get a demo at instinct.vet.

8. 

   17 Apr 2026

   How a CEO Runs 3 Practices From 2,500 Miles Away With Jason Canapp

   You Asked… Can a Practice Be Run Remotely? CEO of Beacon Veterinary Specialists, Jason Canapp, answered. You can diagnose a patient from your home office, but can you run your practice from there, too? In this episode, the CEO of Beacon Veterinary Specialists, Animal Eye Care, and Central Veterinary Hospital, Jason Canapp, shares the insights and lessons he’s gained by running 3 practices from 2,500 miles away. Resources: https://instinct.vet/ https://otter.ai/ https://www.instagram.com/jacanapp/?hl=en https://www.linkedin.com/in/canapp/ https://x.com/canapp Where to find us: https://www.instagram.com/instinctscience/ https://www.facebook.com/instinct.science/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/instinct-science/ https://www.youtube.com/@InstinctScience https://instinct.vet/blog/ About the show: A decade ago, Dr. Caleb Frankel founded Instinct as a "pipe dream" to greatly improve the veterinary profession through better technology. Over the years, Caleb and team have been fortunate to get to know and learn from some of the best and brightest leaders in the field since they tend to self-select for Instinct products. Instinct’s Pick the Brain Podcast is a weekly, short-form podcast designed for the modern veterinary leader who is short on time but aiming to be big on impact. Each Friday, Caleb is joined by experienced industry and practice experts who share their real-world experiences, pro tips, lessons learned, and practice advice. Pick the Brain Podcast is produced by Instinct, makers of some of the most beloved tools for veterinary professionals, including Instinct EMR, ScribbleVet, Plumb’s, Standards of Care, and Clinician’s Brief. Have a question for Caleb or one of our guests? Email us at pickthebrain@instinct.vet. Interested in learning more about Instinct? Check us out and get a demo at instinct.vet.

9. 

   10 Apr 2026

   How a Practice Owner Found Success in the Urgent Care Model With Dr. Corynn Cackler

   You Asked… Where does urgent care fit into patient care? Owner and founder of STATVet Animal Urgent Care, Corynn Cackler, DVM, answered. Urgent care is a well-established practice model in human medicine, but does it translate to the needs of veterinary patients? In this episode of the Pick the Brain Podcast, Dr. Caleb Frankel interviews Dr. Corynn Cackler, founder of STATVet Animal Urgent Care. They discuss the success of the urgent care model in veterinary medicine, the importance of educating primary care veterinarians on triaging cases, and provide insights on how to start an urgent care practice in your community. Resources: https://www.tiktok.com/@statvet https://www.facebook.com/STATVetTulsa?checkpoint_src=any https://www.instagram.com/stat_vet/?hl=en Where to find us: https://www.instagram.com/instinctscience/ https://www.facebook.com/instinct.science/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/instinct-science/ https://www.youtube.com/@InstinctScience https://instinct.vet/blog/ About the Show: A decade ago, Dr. Caleb Frankel founded Instinct as a "pipe dream" to greatly improve the veterinary profession through better technology. Over the years, Caleb and team have been fortunate to get to know and learn from some of the best and brightest leaders in the field since they tend to self-select for Instinct products. Instinct’s Pick the Brain Podcast is a weekly, short-form podcast designed for the modern veterinary leader who is short on time but aiming to be big on impact. Each Friday, Caleb is joined by experienced industry and practice experts who share their real-world experiences, pro tips, lessons learned, and practice advice. Pick the Brain Podcast is produced by Instinct, makers of some of the most beloved tools for veterinary professionals, including Instinct EMR, ScribbleVet, Plumb’s, Standards of Care, and Clinician’s Brief. Have a question for Caleb or one of our guests? Email us at pickthebrain@instinct.vet. Interested in learning more about Instinct? Check us out and get a demo at instinct.vet.

10. 

    3 Apr 2026

    Tips for Modern Social Media & Hospital Ownership With Dr. Alex Schechter

    You Asked… Where do I begin with social media for my practice? Founder of Burrwood Veterinary & social media expert, Dr. Alex Schechter, answered. You’re well-versed on viral infections, but what about viral videos? In this episode, Dr. Caleb Frankel interviews Dr. Alex Schechter, founder of Burrwood Veterinary, about the invaluable power of social media in practices. They discuss how Alex has found success in content creation, the benefits of a strong social presence on his practice, and real tips for developing your own social media strategy. Resources: Viral Gen Z slang video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOMDlC0jsm4/?igsh=MWZpZGRibXdyamdwNA== Dr. Schechter's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-schechter-aba59bb5/ Burrwood's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/burrwoodvet/ Burrwood's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/burrwoodvet/ Where to find us: https://www.instagram.com/instinctscience/ https://www.facebook.com/instinct.science/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/instinct-science/ https://www.youtube.com/@InstinctScience https://instinct.vet/blog/ About the Show: A decade ago, Dr. Caleb Frankel founded Instinct as a "pipe dream" to greatly improve the veterinary profession through better technology. Over the years, Caleb and team have been fortunate to get to know and learn from some of the best and brightest leaders in the field since they tend to self-select for Instinct products. Instinct’s Pick the Brain Podcast is a weekly, short-form podcast designed for the modern veterinary leader who is short on time but aiming to be big on impact. Each Friday, Caleb is joined by experienced industry and practice experts who share their real-world experiences, pro tips, lessons learned, and practice advice. Pick the Brain Podcast is produced by Instinct, makers of some of the most beloved tools for veterinary professionals, including Instinct EMR, ScribbleVet, Plumb’s, Standards of Care, and Clinician’s Brief. Have a question for Caleb or one of our guests? Email us at pickthebrain@instinct.vet. Interested in learning more about Instinct? Check us out and get a demo at instinct.vet.

11. 

    2 Apr 2026

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