So You Want To Be a Vet?

Erin Burnett
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So You Want To Be a Vet?

Thinking of becoming a vet but have no clue where to start? Look no further than ‘So You Want To Be a Vet?’! Join us for interviews with successful vet students from each of the UK Vet Schools in our 'OpenPod' series, as we share the insights of fantastic vets in the industry and cover everything from specialisms and research to discrimination in the practice in our 'Career's Fair' - think BIG, we have some great guests lined up! Follow our Instagram @soyouwanttobeavet to keep up to date with all our releases! Email: vetpodcast@medicmentorfamily.org

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    Uclan vet school series: Georgia, athlete turned 2nd year vet student!

    In today's episode, we hear from Georgia, an established athlete of Team England (who competed in the Commonwealth games and Worlds!) , sharing her journey of overcoming setbacks and achieving her vet school dream. She is an inspiration to many and we hope this episode will give you encouragement and motivation to work towards your vet school dream. We also got to hear about her interview experience and first year experience at the University of Central Lancashire (Uclan), as part of our getting to know UCLan series. Enjoy! University of Central Lancashire vet school ⁠⁠https://www.uclan.ac.uk/schools/veterinary-medicine Some abbreviations mentioned in the pod: 1. IMR - intra-mural rotations, where vet students undertake work experience organised by the vet school. 2. EMS - extra-mural studies, where vet students undertake work experience outside of term time. 3. MMI - multiple mini interviews as part of the vet school interview process 4. UCLan - University of Central Lancashire

    32 min

  2. 4 NOV

    Uclan vet school series: Amber vet student, non-conventional route into veterinary medicine and first year experience

    In today's episode, we sit down with Amber, a first year vet student who openly shares her non-conventional journey into vet school, the challenges she faced and her aspirations for the veterinary profession. We really enjoyed getting to know more about Amber's journey and the University of Central Lancashire (UClan) as one of the newest vet schools in the UK and their approach to producing a resilient next generation of vets. We hope you enjoy! University of Central Lancashire vet school ⁠https://www.uclan.ac.uk/schools/veterinary-medicine

    32 min

  3. 21 OCT

    Uclan vet school series: Denva vet student, Extracurriculars, EMS Placements

    In today's episode, we chat to Denva a vet student at UCLan, who also completed a Bioveterinary degree here. We discuss a typical week at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan), life in the city, and going on placement while at vet school! Grab a cup of tea and enjoy learning about this exciting new vet school. University of Central Lancashire vet school https://www.uclan.ac.uk/schools/veterinary-medicine

    24 min

  4. 7 OCT

    Uclan vet school series: Alex the vet student, experience as a grad student, BVA Live

    In today's episode, we sit down with Alex, a mature vet student who shares her journey into vet school, experience attending BVA Live and her aspirations for the veterinary profession. We really enjoyed getting to know more about University of Central Lancashire (UClan) as one of the newest vet schools in the UK and their unique approach to the vet school curriculum. We hope you enjoy! Links: University of Central Lancashire vet school https://www.uclan.ac.uk/schools/veterinary-medicine Music credits: Motivate Me by Mixaund

    24 min

  5. 23 SEPT

    All about Veterinary Physiotherapy: qualifications, benefits for pets and starting your own business!

    Hello everyone, in today's episode we discuss topical issues in veterinary physiotherapy, qualifications to get there, benefits and what it is like starting your own veterinary physiotherapy business. Hope you enjoy! Becky’s links https://www.horsestohoundsphysio.co.uk/ Insta: @horsestohoundsphysiotherapy References 1. https://vetcompendium.org/is-it-time-for-a-paradigm-shift-in-veterinary-healthcare 2. Mosley, C., Edwards, T., Romano, L., Truchetti, G., Dunbar, L., Schiller, T., ... & Troncy, E. (2022). Proposed Canadian consensus guidelines on osteoarthritis treatment based on OA-COAST stages 1–4. Frontiers in veterinary science, 9, 830098. 3. Mille, M. A., McClement, J., & Lauer, S. (2022). Physiotherapeutic strategies and their current evidence for canine osteoarthritis. Veterinary sciences, 10(1), 2. Music credits Motivate Me by Mixaund

    53 min

  6. 13 MAY

    Dealing with rejection

    In this episode Dr May and Verity discuss the awkward topic of rejection. From why rejection feels so bad to the steps to take once it happens. Hear our own stories and what we've learnt on our vet med journeys. Links: Study about rejection causing somatosensory pain https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3076808/

    29 min

  7. 2 APR

    How to study for vet school & avoid gossypibomas?

    Hey friends, in today's episode Dr. May shares her mistakes made and lessons learned in veterinary practice while Verity shares her top tips for studying for exams, we hope you'll enjoy this one! In our 'Weekly vet catch up/check in' series, Verity vet student & Dr. May new grad vet share their reflections of the week, learning new things from each other as they strive to create a positive & informational space in the vet world. Links: Reducing dog bite webinar on fear free website - https://fearfreepets.com/reducing-dog-bites-understanding-secret-language-dogs/ Ladder of aggression concept https://www.clevercreatures.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/aggression-ladder-of-aggression.pdf Case of gossypiboma - https://www.theveterinarynurse.com/content/clinical/reducing-the-risk-of-gossypiboma-and-other-retained-items-during-surgery/  Forster, K., Anderson, D., Yool, D.A., Wright, C. and Burrow, R., 2013. Retained surgical swabs in 13 dogs. Veterinary Record Case Reports, 1(1), p.ed4396.

    37 min

  8. 29 MAR

    XL Bully Ban - why, how, and what is happening now?

    Hey friends, today's hot topic is about the XL bully ban in the UK which made it illegal to sell, give away, abandon or breed from an XL bully since 31 December 2023, and illegal to own without a certificate of exemption since 1st Feb 2024. We discuss why this ban came about, both sides of the argument and our personal feelings on this emotionally charged topic. As always, let us know your thoughts by leaving us a review or messaging us on our social media pages :) Articles 1. What is an XL Bully? BBC article https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-66775985 2. Gov UK guidance on XL bully ban https://www.gov.uk/guidance/ban-on-xl-bully-dogs 3. Vet times article https://www.vettimes.co.uk/news/bva-slams-government-over-xl-bully-ban-capacity-worries/

    24 min
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Thinking of becoming a vet but have no clue where to start? Look no further than ‘So You Want To Be a Vet?’! Join us for interviews with successful vet students from each of the UK Vet Schools in our 'OpenPod' series, as we share the insights of fantastic vets in the industry and cover everything from specialisms and research to discrimination in the practice in our 'Career's Fair' - think BIG, we have some great guests lined up! Follow our Instagram @soyouwanttobeavet to keep up to date with all our releases! Email: vetpodcast@medicmentorfamily.org

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  • Creator
    Erin Burnett
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2024
  • Episodes
    94
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Erin Burnett
  • Show Website
    So You Want To Be a Vet?

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