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382 - Tucker, Dutch, and Private Equity
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- Feb 26, 2026
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Summary
Dr. Emily King, DVM, founder of All Star Veterinary Clinic and veterinary social media educator, joins Dr. Andy Roark to tackle a growing tension in veterinary medicine, the public narrative that vets, corporate groups, and private equity are driving up costs while telemedicine companies promise cheaper alternatives. After a high-profile interview featuring Dutch telehealth’s CEO stirred controversy, Dr. King shares what really happens inside veterinary clinics, how social media can build trust with pet owners before they ever walk through the door, and why transparency matters more than ever. They dig into veterinary telemedicine, private equity in veterinary medicine, and the myth that rising prices equal rising profits, while exploring how veterinarians balance affordability with advocacy for pets and fair wages for their teams. This episode will leave you thinking differently about trust, value, and your voice in the profession. Gang, let’s get into this episode! Dr. Emily King on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dremilyking/ All Star Veterinary Clinic: https://www.all-starvet.com/about-us/team/dr-emily-king Dr. Emily King on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-emily-king-06678337a/ Dr. Know-It-All Card Game Dr. Andy Roark Charming the Angry Client Team Training Course Dr. Andy Roark Swag: drandyroark.com/shop All Links: linktr.ee/DrAndyRoark ABOUT OUR GUEST Dr. Emily King, founder of All-Star Veterinary Clinic, is a proud graduate of the University of Tennessee. A Carmel native and Carmel High School alumna, she’s passionate about giving back to the community that shaped her by providing top-tier veterinary care close to home. Beyond the clinic, Dr. King connects with pet lovers across Instagram and TikTok through fun, educational content—including curren…