StallSide Podcast

A New Chapter in Equine Medicine: Rood & Riddle and Equine Care Group Join Forces

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Show Notes

Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital is entering an exciting new chapter through a strategic partnership with Equine Care Group (ECG), bringing together two veterinarian-led organizations with a shared commitment to advancing equine medicine worldwide.

In this special episode of StallSide, Dr. Deborah Spike-Pierce, CEO/President of Rood & Riddle, and Dr. Tom Mariën, CEO/Founder of Equine Care Group, talk about what the partnership means for Rood & Riddle, its clients and the broader equine community. The conversation explores the vision behind joining forces, the opportunities for greater collaboration in clinical care, research and education and how the partnership will help expand access to expertise and innovation across an international network. Most importantly, Rood & Riddle will continue to operate with the local leadership, clinical autonomy and commitment to exceptional equine care that have defined the practice for decades.

Together, Rood & Riddle and ECG are building on their respective strengths while creating new opportunities to advance equine veterinary medicine for horses, clients and veterinary professionals around the world. Watch episodes on YouTube @roodandriddle or visit us at www.rrvp.com

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