Author | Ivan Zak, DVM, MBA

Ivan "Zak" Zakharenkov, DVM, MBA, is a veterinarian, entrepreneur, and advocate for the well-being of veterinary professionals. After graduating from the Atlantic Veterinary College, he worked in various settings across Canada, from emergency to general practice. Twelve years in veterinary medicine inspired Ivan to create Smart Flow, a workflow optimization system, and Veterinary Integration Solutions, a consultancy serving veterinary consolidators. In 2021, he founded Galaxy Vets, an employee-owned veterinary urgent care group that prioritizes burnout prevention. He holds an MBA degree from the University of Cumbria in international healthcare management. He also co-hosts the Veterinary Innovation Podcast.