Brennen Mckenzie

We take on one of the most requested and sensitive topics among veterinary professionals: the tension between clinical care and the financial pressures of practice. Joined by Dr. Brennen McKenzie—known as the SkeptVet—an advocate for evidence-based medicine and a practicing small animal vet with over two decades of experience, they explore the often uncomfortable intersection of profit, ethics, and good clinical decision-making.Brennen shares personal stories from his career, from early experiences in business-driven practices to working in a large, ethically-minded hospital. Together, Hubert and Brennen dissect concepts like spectrum of care, overdiagnosis, cognitive biases in decision-making, and how corporate ownership models are shifting practice culture.They also discuss why critical thinking, clear client communication, and evidence-supported approaches are essential to maintaining both professional integrity and client trust. The conversation delves into the real-world chal…