Finding Resiliency In Managing Veterinary Hospitals (Melissa Tompkins-Lewis)

Send us Fan MailVet Life Reimagined Guest: Melissa Tompkins-Lewis, BS, CVPM, PHRca, CCFPIn this engaging episode of Vet Life Reimagined, host Dr. Megan Sprinkle is joined by Melissa Tompkins Lewis, a certified veterinary practice manager and owner of South Coast Veterinary Management Solutions. Melissa shares her diverse career journey, from her early jobs at Disneyland and in finance to her passion for veterinary business management. Melissa also opens up about her personal challenges, such as living with multiple sclerosis and being terminated from a job, and how these experiences have strengthened her resilience. The conversation touches on the evolution of veterinary management roles, the importance of continuous learning, and the significance of supporting all team members in a veterinary practice. Melissa's insights offer valuable lessons for anyone in the veterinary field or considering a similar career path.Resources:Episode on YouTubeEpisode with Rhonda BellMelissa's business, South Coast Veterinary Management SolutionsVeterinary Hospital Manager Association (VHMA)00:00 Introduction to Vet Life Reimagined00:23 Meet Melissa Tompkins Lewis01:18 Melissa's Early Career Experiences04:04 Discovering a Passion for Veterinary Business14:39 Challenges and Resilience in Melissa's Journey20:47 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Negative Thoughts22:49 Recognizing and Stopping Negative Self-Talk24:50 The Impact of Assumptions and Negative Thoughts28:10 Transition to Consulting: A New Journey29:39 Challenges and Rewards of Consulting34:50 Technological Advancements in Veterinary Medicine37:48 The Role of Veterinary Technicians39:26 Personal Reflections and Future Plans42:39 Gratitude and Support Systems43:26 Conclusion and ResourcesSupport the showMore Vet Life Reimagined? 💡 Find us on YouTube and check out our website.Connect with Dr. Megan Sprinkle on LinkedInLooking to start a podcast? Use Buzzsprout as your hosting platform, like I do! Use this link to get a $20 credit. And use Descript as your recording platform, editing tool, AI resources, and more. Use my referral link for a discount. Make sure you are following the podcast to catch each weekly episode. Here are ways to support the podcast:- Give it a 5-star rating & review- Subscribe on YouTube- Share the episode- Nominate a guest - Find out how to become a partner!