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Rick LeCouteur
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RIck LeCouteur
Dec 7, 20243 min read
Waking Up to Nostalgia: The joy of a perfect replacement
In 1976, as I prepared to leave Australia for what was intended to be a six-month world trip, my mother handed me a gift. It was a small...
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RIck LeCouteur
Dec 5, 20244 min read
Selling Out the Match (2 of 2): When corporate funding and closed-door offers define veterinary residencies
[Continued from Part 1] Graduates begin viewing the match as a rigged game or an unnecessary formality. Similarly, institutions that do...
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RIck LeCouteur
Dec 5, 20242 min read
Selling Out the Match (1 of 2): When corporate funding and closed-door offers define veterinary residencies
The Veterinary Internship and Residency Matching Program (VIRMP) was originally designed to ensure a fair and transparent placement...
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RIck LeCouteur
Dec 5, 20242 min read
Hachiko: Japan’s enduring symbol of devotion
What would you do for someone you love? For one loyal dog in Japan, the answer was simple: wait for days, months, even years. Â A Tale of...
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RIck LeCouteur
Dec 4, 20243 min read
Early Is on Time: Respect the clock and others
Time may be free, but it’s the most valuable thing we can give. Early Is on Time, On Time Is Late, and Late Is Inconsiderate: A Lesson...
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RIck LeCouteur
Dec 2, 20243 min read
Sir William Osler (2 of 4): Aequanimitas
In 1996, while seeking inspiration for a Commencement Address to the graduating class of the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, I...
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RIck LeCouteur
Nov 28, 20243 min read
When Lightning Strikes Twice: The truth about simultaneous scientific breakthroughs
What if the next groundbreaking scientific discovery is being made right now – by two different teams, thousands of miles apart, without...
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RIck LeCouteur
Nov 28, 20244 min read
The Science of Sleep: How the secret of narcolepsy was uncovered
This is the untold story of how curiosity, coincidence, and persistence cracked the code of narcolepsy. Â For over a century, narcolepsy ...
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RIck LeCouteur
Nov 28, 20243 min read
Veterinary Specialty Care in 2024: Challenges, innovations, and future
In 2024, veterinary emergency and specialty practices are busier than ever, facing a surge in demand, mounting workforce challenges, and...
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RIck LeCouteur
Nov 27, 20243 min read
Degrees of Deception: Is AI undermining education?
In the age of generative AI, universities are grappling with a growing crisis: cheating. Â Once symbols of knowledge and hard work,...
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RIck LeCouteur
Nov 25, 20243 min read
T-Shirts, Taylor, and Timeless Hopes: A story from the outback
In the heart of the Australian outback, where the red dust stretches endlessly and stars light up the night, two young girls dare to...
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RIck LeCouteur
Nov 25, 20242 min read
Small Creature, Big Lessons: A morning with Xena, Avery and Jimmy
This morning began in the most unexpected and delightful way. At 6:00 am, as the first light crept into the house, Xena, a spirited...
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RIck LeCouteur
Nov 23, 20241 min read
Blow Bars: Unique trend in Sydney
It’s not what you may think. Sydney has long been known for its vibrant culture and cutting-edge lifestyle, and its latest trend is...
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RIck LeCouteur
Nov 21, 20242 min read
Memory Myths Busted (Part 4of4): Input Modality Isn’t the Whole Story
Have you ever heard that we remember 10% of what we read, 20% of what we hear, 30% of what we see  and a whopping 95% of what we teach...
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RIck LeCouteur
Nov 21, 20243 min read
Memory Myths Busted (Part 3of4): The truth about supplements (#150)
Could a pill or herbal supplement really unlock sharper memory or protect your brain as you age? The promises sound irresistible, but is...
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RIck LeCouteur
Nov 21, 20243 min read
Memory Myths Busted (Part 2of4): Debunking the video misconception
Have you ever been in a heated argument where someone swore they remembered every detail perfectly - like replaying a scene from a movie?...
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RIck LeCouteur
Nov 21, 20243 min read
Memory Myths Busted (Part 1of4): Subliminal and sleep learning
What if you could learn a new language, master a subject, or absorb complex ideas - all while you slept or listened to music? Â The idea...
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RIck LeCouteur
Nov 20, 20243 min read
The Science of Resilience: Two proven strategies to overcome adversity
What if the secret to bouncing back from life’s toughest challenges isn’t superhuman strength, but a simple shift in perspective?  ...
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RIck LeCouteur
Nov 20, 20243 min read
Veterinary Science and Ballet: My Cuban odyssey
During a visit to Havana, I encountered a story that blended the brilliance of art with the precision of science, embodied in the life of...
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RIck LeCouteur
Nov 19, 20242 min read
Three’s a Crowd: The delicate dynamics of a veterinary practice
On November 7th, 2024, Colorado voters approved a new veterinary midlevel practitioner position known as a veterinary professional...
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