Unhinged and On Call
Unhinged and On Call
Chelsea Luedke DVM, MS
Prison Vet Extraordinaire
47 minutes Posted Jul 16, 2025 at 2:39 pm.
Introduction to Unhinged and On Call
Meet Dr. Megan Pratt
Dr. Pratt's Career Journey
Life in Academia
Working with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice
Veterinary Care in Prison Farms
Training and Working with Security Dogs
Equine Program at TDCJ
Challenges and Rewards in Veterinary Practice
Discussing Horse Behavior and Safety
Crazy Inmate Stories and Veterinary Medicine
Challenges and Rewards of Working with Inmates
Gender and Professional Challenges in Veterinary Medicine
Empowering Students in Veterinary Practice
The Importance of Confidence and Experience
Innovations and Tools in Veterinary Practice
The Texas Prison System and Veterinary Training
Concluding Thoughts and Reflections
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Unveiling the Veterinary World in Texas Prisons with Dr. Megan Pratt In this episode of 'Unhinged and On Call,' hosts Dr. Chelsea and Trish introduce special guest, Dr. Megan Pratt. With over 15 years of acquaintance, Chelsea delves into Dr. Pratt's fascinating career journey which includes working in a prison veterinary setting - a unique and rewarding pathway. Dr. Pratt shares her experiences from working in various environments, including a large animal rotating internship and mixed animal practice during COVID-19, to her current role as a clinical assistant professor at Texas A&M University while servicing the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Listeners learn about her dynamic role managing over 200,000 animals across 52 units in Texas prisons and the invaluable hands-on experience provided to veterinary students. Dr. Pratt's inspiring stories underscore the importance of confidence, adaptability, and real-world learning in veterinary medicine, shedding light on an unconventional yet impactful career path.