“Diagnosing Inequality” isn’t just about talk; it’s also about action. That means increasing awareness of DEI challenges and providing decisionmakers throughout the industry with potential solutions. It also involves Ethos Veterinary Health and VetBloom trying to effect change within our own spheres. That’s why we're pledging $500,000 for educational initiatives, in part, to improve DEI -- and we're using this podcast to get ideas about how to some spend some of that money.

Join Drs. Chand Khanna and Ira Gordon as they deliver a kind of final report in the finale of “Diagnosing Inequality.” Revisit insights from guests to learn how to become an ally, mentor students, improve DEI in the workplace, or gain awareness of potential challenges and solutions.

Doing your part can start with simply telling someone else about this podcast. If you know someone who might benefit from this show, please share with them how they can listen to “Diagnosing Inequality: Exploring Racial Disparities in Veterinary Medicine.”

Depending on the year, the Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates the number of vets who are Black is between 2% and a statistical zero. Dr. Erick Spencer, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), beat the odds while getting into the field -- and his twin brother did too.

Join Dr. Spencer as he recounts the brothers' journey. He reveals advice he'd give his younger self and provides insights about mentoring the next generation of Black veterinarians.

Serena Nayee, DVM, has accomplished so much that, in this episode, she'll share her insight on two topics: allyship and entrepreneurship. Dr. Nayee founded the group Chapter VIII, the Veterinary Inclusion and Intersectionality Initiative. She's also the new co-owner and medical director of VetCheck Pet Urgent Care Center in Carmel, Indiana -- making her an entrepreneur before the age of 30.

Hear her tips on being an ally who supports Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and her advice about using business ownership to get a better return on investment from being a veterinarian.