Should you buy every textbook on the list of recommended books you’re given in vet school? We get this question all the time and the answer is no! It simply is not realistic (or necessary) to purchase every single textbook a class syllabus mentions! There are however some textbooks that will be very helpful during vet school and […]
Veterinary Specialists – what are they and how to become one?
We’re used to hearing the term specialist when applied to human medicine. But what about veterinary medicine? Did you know that there are many specialties in our field? I’d risk saying that the majority of the general population does not! So, what is a veterinary specialist? Veterinary specialists are veterinarians with advanced training that […]
Questions/Comments after being featured on Realize.vet Podcast
We just got featured on Dr. April Kung’s podcast at Realize.vet! We had a great conversation that hopefully will be helpful to all of you, regardless of if you’re considering applying to vet school or if you’re a little ahead of that and deciding if specialty medicine is for you. To make your life easier, […]
Types of Compensation in Veterinary Medicine
Do you know the different ways you can get paid? Here’s what you need to know about the most common types of compensation in veterinary medicine! Let’s be serious – when I was in my residency, I had no idea there were different types of compensation. After all, when you’re an intern or a resident, […]
The challenges and struggles of being a veterinarian – Part 2
Make sure to read Part 1 as well! Euthanasia We are the only profession that has to go from an euthanasia appointment into a new puppy consult. How is the human brain supposed to deal with such an emotional rollercoaster on a daily basis? Performing euthanasia has been linked as a contributing factor to increasing […]
The challenges and struggles of being a veterinarian – Part 1
Being a veterinarian can come with a high degree of job satisfaction, but also with many daily struggles. Many of these may not be apparent at first glance and sometimes can take us by surprise. It’s crucial for anyone in our profession or for those thinking about becoming a veterinarian to be aware of the […]