43 min
Is There an Adult in the Room? Wait. I Am the Adult VetFolio Voice
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For many, earning a DVM degree is the fulfillment of a lifelong dream. You know the road ahead will be rewarding, but are you really prepared to practice veterinary medicine? In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, Dr. Cassi chats with Dr. Grace Forker on the realities of a veterinary career. They compare notes about the challenges they faced as first-year veterinarians and those they had 10 years after graduating. Don’t miss their insightful conversation as they share their perspectives on what it’s like to be put in a leadership position when your diploma is still brand-new, the benefits and challenges they’ve had in practicing medicine outside of the “Ivory Tower,” how to navigate the “how long have you been practicing?” question, tips for responding to client communication questions in general, and the importance of collaborative medicine.
For many, earning a DVM degree is the fulfillment of a lifelong dream. You know the road ahead will be rewarding, but are you really prepared to practice veterinary medicine? In this VetFolio Voice podcast episode, Dr. Cassi chats with Dr. Grace Forker on the realities of a veterinary career. They compare notes about the challenges they faced as first-year veterinarians and those they had 10 years after graduating. Don’t miss their insightful conversation as they share their perspectives on what it’s like to be put in a leadership position when your diploma is still brand-new, the benefits and challenges they’ve had in practicing medicine outside of the “Ivory Tower,” how to navigate the “how long have you been practicing?” question, tips for responding to client communication questions in general, and the importance of collaborative medicine.
43 min