Can a single conversation change your career? For Dr. Lok Desi, it did. In this episode of Clinical Veterinary Recruiting Insights, host Brad McMillan explores how a chance encounter introduced Dr. Desi to the world of medical device R&D—and why he’s never looked back.
Listeners will learn:
Alternative Career Pathways – How to break into preclinical medical device work without a residency.
Inside the Lab – What a typical week looks like when managing perioperative care, device testing, and multi-disciplinary collaborations.
Regulatory Deep Dive – From FDA classifications to GLP studies, CE marks, and biocompatibility testing, get a clear roadmap of the approval process.
Work–Life Balance – Strategies for staying efficient and grounded when procedures and post-op care dominate the schedule.
Future Impact – How innovations in devices like pacemakers and continuous glucose monitors are transforming both human and veterinary medicine.
Whether you’re a veterinarian curious about research, a med-device professional, or simply fascinated by how breakthrough therapies come to life, this conversation delivers practical guidance and inspiration.
🎧 Tune in to hear how curiosity, physiology, and smart career choices can open doors to cutting-edge veterinary science.
Deep dive into the evolving dynamics of work-life balance in the veterinary world and how it is no longer the same game! From the financial intricacies of hiring in today's age to the booming business of high-priced pets, we unravel the world of pet insurance, corporate vet clinics and the journey from breeder to buyer, Ever wonder about the skyrocketing prices of pets and the paradox of medical expenses? Unpack theses mysteries and more with personal pet tales that are both heartwarming and thought provoking. Join us in this insightful exploration of the veterinary profession, its challenges, and its evergreen appeal.
In this episode we talk with Dr Laraime Doyal a recent veterinary graduate who has moved into the world of Laboratory Animal Medicine. Dr. Doyal describes a day-in-the-life in his facility, how he transitioned into Laboratory Animal Medicine, some of the differences between Laboratory Animal Medicine and Companion Animal Medicine.
How do I write a better resume? How do I make myself a more relevant candidate? In this short episode, we talk about resume length and how to create multiple versions of your resume to make you the most relevant candidate and to prepare for your interview.
Take a listen and let me know what you think.
In this episode we follow Dr. Bernacky's career from working at a Horse Track, through the Military, Laboratory Animal Medicine transitions into Academia, and Contract Research Organizations and senior leadership.
If you are looking at options for your career- this is a great episode.
He has advice for those interested in hiring DACLAM vets and for the vets themselves at the end of the episode.
Let me know what you think in the comments section, and reach out if you have questions on your career direction.
In this episode, I want to provide resources for those members of the hiring team that are not Clinical Veterinarians themselves. I discuss 10 tips on what to look for in candidate profiles and backgrounds beyond your organization's requirements.
Here is a helpful link when looking at the backgrounds of foreign veterinarians: https://www.avma.org/education/center-for-veterinary-accreditation/accredited-veterinary-colleges
Here is a link to my original article: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/10-lessons-learned-building-stable-clinical-bradley-mcmillan/
For more resources for hiring managers, go to www.RPMReSearch.Solutions and click on the resources tab.
If you are a Veterinary Practitioner or are looking to hire a Clinical Veterinarian for your organization whether that is in Companion Animal Medicine, Large Animal Medicine or Laboratory Animal Medicine join Brad McMillan of RPM ReSearch and Darla Hoffer of Cornerstone Recruiting who have combined over 20 years of experience recruiting veterinarians in their respective practices.
In this episode we peel back some of the reasons it is so hard to recruit veterinarians in all industries, what it takes to become a veterinarian, and what has happened in the last 4 years that wiped 39% of Veterinary Practitioners off the job market.
