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Celebrating Pride Month in Support of LGBTQIA+ Veterinary Professionals
June holds a special place in my heart as one of my favorite months of the year. It’s not just because it’s a month filled with birthdays, including my daughter’s,…
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Five Tips for Battling Burnout in Veterinary Practice
Do you feel emotionally drained by your clients? Are you frustrated by your work or feel that you are working too hard? Does working with people all day require massive…
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Why we need to be careful how we talk about suicides among veterinary professionals
Hardly a week goes by when I don’t receive a Google alert or see some glaring headline about suicides in the veterinary profession. Even Time Magazine has weighed in on…
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The Power of Naming Emotions in Veterinary Practice
Learn how naming emotions enhances emotional literacy, regulates emotions, and fosters healthier relationships in the demanding world of veterinary medicine.
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The Power of Emotional Intelligence for Enhancing Wellbeing
Beyond medical skills, Emotional Intelligence (EI) is an essential skill in veterinary medicine. In a stressful environment like an animal hospital, EI helps us empathize, communicate effectively, and build stronger relationships with colleagues and clients.
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There’s No Veterinary Wellbeing Without Positive Leadership
When it comes to wellbeing, other people matter. In both life and work, those we are surrounded by influence our happiness. In fact, some data suggests the quality of relationships we have at work may account for a significant portion of our overall life satisfaction. And no single work relationship has more impact than the relationship with our boss.
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Navigating Burnout: Insights from Two Decades in Veterinary Emergency Practice
For two decades, I’ve stood on the frontline of veterinary emergency rooms, navigating a landscape filled with both triumphs and tribulations. From the exhilaration of saving a life to the…
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The Power of Self-Compassion in Veterinary Medicine
In the whirlwind of veterinary medicine, where our days are consumed with the wellbeing of our patients and the satisfaction of our clients, it’s easy to lose sight of our…
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Diffusing Difficult Situations with Veterinary Clients
In the fast-paced and stressful world of veterinary medicine, conflicts are inevitable. Very often these disagreements involve upset or angry clients who make statements like “you’re only in it for…
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Navigating the Top Stressors in Veterinary Practice
In the heartwarming yet challenging realm of veterinary practice, we, the dedicated professionals, often find ourselves juggling an array of stressors that shape our daily lives. Acknowledging these challenges is…
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Time Management Hacks for Busy Veterinary Professionals
As an entrepreneur, a busy emergency and critical care specialist, and a veterinary professional, managing time effectively is non-negotiable. Being a solo parent adds another layer of complexity. The reality…
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Preventing Injuries in Veterinary Practice
Safeguarding the Wellbeing of Veterinary Teams If you work in the veterinary profession for long enough, you will experience or witness some sort of work-related injury. While veterinary team members…