Wrap up: Study discovers shortage of women holding leadership positions, and other veterinary news

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Happy Friday dvm360 readers! In celebration of International Women’s Day, we want to say thank you to all the courageous women who have paved the way for other professionals in the past and for those who continue to uplift women and continue to pave the way in the present. Throughout March, we will be highlighting women in veterinary medicine through articles, Instagram takeovers, podcast episodes, and more.

Here is what was popular this week on dvm360.com:

• The Journal of Veterinary Medical Education published a study that was the first to show the gender imbalance in veterinary leadership roles in most veterinary schools across the globe and highlights economic factors linked to gender equality in these settings.
• Mella Pet Care, a Chicago startup company, shared the news that after their appearance on the ABC show Shark Tank on March 1, 2024, the company has received an investment offer from Mark Cuban.
• On this week’s episode of The Vet Blast Podcast, Ryane E. Englar, DVM, DABVP (Canine and Feline Practice) joins host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, to discuss the difference between being empathic and sympathetic with clients as well as how understanding the clients relationship to their pet can help teams comfort them in a time of need.
• A hyaluronate sodium therapy (NexHA Injectable Solution; Vetoquinol) for treating equine joint dysfunction associated with osteoarthritis officially received a renewed FDA approval and has returned to the veterinary market.
• During an interview with dvm360, JB Minter, DVM, MS, DACZM, discussed his excitement for the upcoming Fetch Charlotte conference next weekend and what he is looking forward to most, including hearing Temple Grandin, PhD, MS, give her keynote address.
• PetPace, a developer, manufacturer, and marketer of AI-driven wearable pet technology, announced its new product PetPace 2,0, an AI powered dog collar that displays continuous and real time medical insights that can give insights to early detection, treatment, monitoring, and GPS tracking.
• And more!