Listening with Dr. Christie Long

Listening with Dr. Christie Long

Listening with Dr. Christie Long is a podcast that goes beyond the exam room to explore the human side of veterinary medicine. Hosted by Dr. Christie Long, Chief Medical Officer at Modern Animal, the show features candid conversations with veterinary professionals from within Modern Animal and beyond who are shaping the future of the field. From second-career pivots to the realities of virtual care and the emotional labor behind clinical work, each episode offers an honest, heartfelt look at what it means to build a meaningful career in veterinary medicine today. The podcast aims to celebrate the people behind the profession, while sparking thoughtful dialogue around the opportunities facing veterinary medicine in 2025 and beyond. Follow Modern Animal on social: IG: @ModernAnimal Follow Christie on social: IG: @dr.christielong

Episodes

August 12, 2025 49 mins

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Bob Murtaugh, someone who’s done just about everything in veterinary medicine. From starting out as a 15-year-old kennel attendant to becoming a double-boarded specialist in emergency and critical care, Bob’s career is nothing short of inspiring. We talk about what true leadership in our profession looks like, why he’s helping launch Rocky Vista University College of Veterinary Medicine, and how...

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In Part 2 of her conversation with Dr. Peter Bowie, veterinarian, practice owner, and incoming president of the California Veterinary Medical Association, Dr. Christie Long dives deeper into the future of veterinary medicine. They discuss the evolving role of leadership, the promise and pitfalls of AI, and why building community matters more than ever. Dr. Bowie shares personal stories, industry insights, and a hopeful vision for w...

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Dr. Christie Long sits down with Dr. Peter Bowie, president of the California Veterinary Medical Association, for a thoughtful conversation about leadership, community, and the evolving future of veterinary medicine. 

From practice ownership to policy influence, Dr. Bowie shares his unique journey and why he still finds so much joy in the profession. They explore the challenges of access to care, the promise of telemedicine, and how...

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July 23, 2025 53 mins

Veterinarian Jeanine Au, DVM, joins Dr. Christie Long to talk about building a career on your own terms, from working with the CDC rescuing 30 lab beagles, to writing international health certificates for celebrity pets. They discuss mentorship, unconventional vet paths, and the importance of networking early in veterinary school.

Follow Christie on IG: @dr.christielong

Follow Modern Animal on IG: @ModernAnimal

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Veterinary medicine may look different around the world, but one thing stays the same: veterinarians are some of the most compassionate, curious, and resilient people out there. In this episode, Dr. Meline Joaris shares her journey from practicing abroad to finding her footing in the U.S., and how virtual care has empowered her to build stronger connections with clients. We talk mentorship, cultural shifts in VetMed, and finding jo...

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Dr. Christie Long chats with Dr. Steven Brookenthal about his leap from software engineering to vet med. They cover tech, teamwork, AI, mentorship, and becoming a leader when you least expect it.

Follow Christie on IG: @dr.christielong

Follow Modern Animal on IG: @ModernAnimal

Wanna work at Modern Animal?: jobs.modernanimal.com

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June 30, 2025 18 mins

In this premiere episode of Listening with Dr. Christie Long, Christie shares the winding path that led her from a career in software engineering to becoming a veterinarian and eventually helping build Modern Animal. She talks ayahuasca in the Amazon, a pink letters on a Himalayan cliffside, and what it really means to be called to heal. If you’ve ever questioned your career path or wanted a more human take on veterinary medicine, ...

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