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Get to know Bea Monteiro, a globally recognized veterinarian with a passion for pain management and animal welfare. Bea's journey began in Brazil, followed by further education and professional experiences in Scotland and Canada. She holds a PhD in Chronic Pain from the University of Montreal and is the current chair of the Global Pain Council for the World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA). With an Advanced Certificate in Feline Behavior and a Postgrad Diploma in International Animal Welfare, Ethics, and Law, Bea is dedicated to raising awareness and empowering veterinary professionals to provide the highest standard of care for animals in pain.

Get to know Bea Monteiro, a globally recognized veterinarian with a passion for pain management and animal welfare. Bea's journey began in Brazil, followed by further education and professional experiences in Scotland and Canada. She holds a PhD in Chronic Pain from the University of Montreal and is the current chair of the Global Pain Council for the World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA). With an Advanced Certificate in Feline Behavior and a Postgrad Diploma in International Animal Welfare, Ethics, and Law, Bea is dedicated to raising awareness and empowering veterinary professionals to provide the highest standard of care for animals in pain.

Sometimes creating change means taking things into your own hands. Dr. Siraya Chunekamrai, celebrated equine practitioner in Thailand, reflects on her efforts to bolster animal care demands, and what that means for veterinary medicine in Southeast Asia.

Dr. Alexandre Merlo, a veterinarian in Brazil who specializes in companion animals, talks about the increasing standards of veterinary care in Brazil and creating opportunities for change in the industry.

Our discussion on pet pain management continues as Dr. John Innes and Dr. Duncan Lascelles look to the latest innovations happening in this space.

Managing pain is difficult enough for humans, but what about pets? Dr. John Innes and Dr. Duncan Lascelles delve into their experience in pet pain management and share insights into this common, yet complex health challenge.

In any industry that’s constantly evolving, flexibility is key. Renowned veterinarian, Dr. Eleanor Green, returns to talk about adapting to the shifting landscape of veterinary care, including the need for improvements in digital spaces and mental health awareness.

Trailblazing veterinarian, Dr. Eleanor Green, reflects on her entrance into veterinary medicine as a woman in the 1970s. Hear about her experience, some of the changes she’s seen throughout her career, and steps the industry needs to take to improve diversity and inclusion on all levels. 

Clinical psychologist Dr. Maggie O’Haire leads research on the effectiveness of animal therapy. Hear about the studies promising to make a profound impact on policy.

We know intuitively that pets are “good” for us. But when there’s science behind the intuition, wider acceptance follows. Vet Visit welcomes Steve Feldman of the Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI).

The veterinarians behind NatGeo’s Critter Fixers have a successful practice and a growing fan base. But what’s really impressive is their commitment to the vets of the future.

As the role that pets play in our lives has changed, expectations of veterinary care have changed, too. Author of Pet Nation Mark Cushing explains the 20-year evolution.