Ethos Updates

In emergency medicine, we don’t ask for easy. We ask for meaningful—and sustainable. Yet too often, veterinarians leave ER medicine not because they don’t love it, but because the environment isn’t built for long-term success.

At Dallas Veterinary Surgical Center (DVSC), innovation and surgical excellence go hand in hand. Michael Orencole, DVM, DACVS recently performed his first Mini Cementless Total Hip Replacement (THR) using the KYON system, reimagining what’s possible for small patients like Izzy, a 9-year-old Corgi with severe hip dysplasia. 

At Ethos Veterinary Health, we believe that great veterinary medicine starts with great training.  Gareth Buckley, MA, VetMB, DACVECC, DECVECC, our Director of Formal Training Programs,  is excited to be part of the growth of Ethos’ training programs.

Wisconsin Veterinary Referral Center (WVRC) – Racine/Kenosha is expanding, and you can be part of it! Whether you’re a specialist, emergency veterinarian, or technician, this is your opportunity to build a fulfilling career at one of Southeastern Wisconsin’s premier emergency and specialty hospitals.

We’re excited to announce that Annie Wayne, DVM, MPH, DACVECC, our ER Mentorship Program Lead, has been elected to serve as president-elect of the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care (ACVECC).

Ethos Veterinary Health is pleased to announce the appointment of Zachary Neumann, DVM, MS, DACVIM, as Chairman of the Specialty Advisory Board (SAB) Veterinarian Branch.  

At our privately hosted event, Tacos & Tail Wags, veterinary professionals and students enjoyed a relaxed evening of festive fare, great conversation, and meaningful networking—all while assembling 300 emergency kits for American Humane to share with families when the unexpected happens. 

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month — a time to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and remind ourselves and each other that mental health matters every day of the year.

Ethos Veterinary Health—the leading network of more than 140 specialty and emergency hospitals—is proud to announce a multi-year partnership with VetRec, the enterprise-grade AI veterinary assistant, to transform medical recordkeeping, enhance clinical efficiency, and improve the daily lives of veterinarians and support staff across its community.

At Ethos Veterinary Health, we know veterinary nursing is more than a job—it’s a career with purpose, growth, and impact. Kristin Freitas, BS, RVT, VTS(ECC), our Manager of Clinical Learning & Development, has dedicated her career to building programs that empower nurses at every stage of their journey. Her work ensures that veterinary professionals don’t just learn—they thrive.

This summer, our Veterinary Emergency + Referral Center (VERC) in Honolulu reached a milestone that will change emergency care for pets across Hawaii: the launch of its own veterinary blood bank. 

  At Pet+ER in Hunt Valley, Maryland, an innovative new role is reshaping how veterinary teams deliver care. By introducing an Urgent Care Veterinary Nurse, the hospital has elevated the impact of credentialed veterinary nurses while improving patient flow, reducing wait times, and enhancing the client experience. Why it Matters In busy emergency and specialty