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Veterinarian Life Advice

PetVet Magazine — Wed, 14 Dec 2022 14:00:29 +0000

“Having meaningful and well-informed discussions with pet owners about nutrition is a vital skill for any veterinarian, and owners are looking to their vets for this important input.”

–Jonathan Stockman,
DVM, DACVIM (Nutrition)

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Veterinarian Life Advice

PetVet Magazine — Tue, 18 Oct 2022 15:22:18 +0000

“As veterinarians we put the decision to euthanize on the pet parent’s shoulders. That’s a lot of weight. Instead, give them permission to say ‘goodbye’ & assure them they gave the pet a wonderful life.”

– Dani McVety-Leinen, DVM
Lap of Love, Founder & CEO

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Veterinarian Life Advice

PetVet Magazine — Mon, 15 Aug 2022 19:58:04 +0000

“While entrepreneurship can be exciting and invigorating, any professional pursuit can lead to burnout if we are not careful. Use boundaries to maximize your productivity and create a client or project list that gives you energy instead of draining it.”
–Kate Boatright, VMD

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Veterinarian Life Advice

PetVet Magazine — Mon, 13 Jun 2022 14:49:37 +0000

“Nothing is better as a veterinarian than working side by side everyday with an excellent veterinary technician as partner”

— Dana Varble, DVM, CAE
NAVC Chief Veterinary Officer

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Veterinarian Life Advice

PetVet Magazine — Thu, 07 Apr 2022 20:22:13 +0000

“There are some excellent veterinarians who are on the autism spectrum. Their technical skills are often topnotch but they may have difficulty in some social situations. To be successful in a practice, they may need somebody to coach them; clearly explain to them what they should do, like coaching a person who is from a foreign country.”
— Temple Grandin

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Veterinarian Life Advice

PetVet Magazine — Wed, 09 Feb 2022 20:58:17 +0000

“People who work in medical fields are some of the most giving and kind souls that I’ve ever met. But the very first person you need to help is yourself. You cannot pour from an empty cup.”

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Veterinarian Life Advice

PetVet Magazine — Tue, 14 Dec 2021 15:18:22 +0000

“Not enough people recognize the benefit of specialization. I know that signing up for another 4-5 years of intense difficult training is a big deal. But it’s a rewarding career and keeps it interesting.”

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Veterinarian Life Advice

PetVet Magazine — Tue, 17 Aug 2021 17:08:48 +0000

“Veterinary medicine is a team sport. The more we get together around shared goals, shared knowledge, mutual respect and frequent, timely, accurate communication, the happier a veterinary team will be. Placing your focus on team work benefits everyone!”

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Veterinarian Life Advice

PetVet Magazine — Thu, 14 Oct 2021 17:54:10 +0000

“I came out of vet school over a decade ago. Now with social media there’s so much opportunity for quick connections. Get experience as early as possible. Ask if you can shadow someone who’s doing something you think you might want to do. Find out early if it’s a good fit for you.”

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Veterinarian Life Advice

PetVet Magazine — Tue, 08 Jun 2021 19:15:12 +0000

“We are doctors to the creatures who many times are the most cherished family member. Whether this beloved creature be a puppy, kitten, bird, or fish, they provide the mirth, merriment, and entertainment that we human beings crave, and it is our job to take care of them.”

Jeffrey Levy, DVM, CVA, a.k.a. “Dr. Jeff,”
New York City-Based Acupuncture House-Call Veterinarian

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