288 - Are We Being Vilified Online Should We Care

Have you noticed the online backlash against veterinarians seems to be growing? In this episode of the Cone of Shame Veterinary Podcast, host Dr. Andy Roark and Kelsey Beth Carpenter discuss the challenges veterinarians face with online vilification, particularly related to the rising costs of veterinary care. They explore the impact of social media on public perceptions and debate whether engaging with negative comments is beneficial for the veterinary profession. The discussion also touches on how veterinary professionals can better manage online criticism through education and by maintaining a positive digital presence to build trust with their clients.

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Kelsey Beth Carpenter is a Registered Veterinary Technician with over a decade of experience working in emergency hospitals across California. She currently works as the Social Media Manager for DrAndyRoark.com and a Content Specialist for the Uncharted Veterinary Conference. Some of Kelsey’s passions include the open hospital concept, the power of creativity and humor, the overlap of science and art, and sharing lessons learned from living life with chronic illness. Kelsey is probably most known for two of her favorite hobbies: writing and performing comedic songs about veterinary medicine and acting as a full time stage mom for her Chihuahua mix, Birdie.