NVA Pawcast Turpin Mott

This episode, dedicated to Mental Health Awareness Month, explores practical strategies to promote mental well-being within the veterinary profession. In less than five minutes, NVA’s Chief Community Officer, Turpin Mott, discusses the signs of stress and burnout, the importance of self-care, building a support network, practicing self-compassion, and fostering a culture of mental health awareness. Take a moment to invest in yourself and discover how nurturing your mind can lead to a healthier and happier veterinary career.

In this episode, NVA’s Chief Community Officer, Turpin Mott, is joined by Dr. Daniel Randall from NVA’s Foothill Veterinary Hospital in Greenville, South Carolina. 
Here are the timestamps of their chat:
Q: Can you share more about your background?
A: {0:44 – 3:54}

Q: In the time you grew Foothills Animal Hospital from 1 doctor to 8 doctors, what’s one thing you’re most proud of?
A: {4:08 – 6:25} 

Q: What’s the most-needed skill or teaching that a new grad needs to be effective?
A: {6:51 – 9:13}

Q: How do you empathize with your clients without crossing your boundaries or sacrificing your own sanity?
A: {9:47 – 13:09}

Q: What are your approaches to a successful veterinary career?
A: {13:22 – 19:08}

Q: What’s one piece of advice you would give to new doctors?
A: {19:34 – 21:31}

An attitude of gratitude is consistently associated with greater happiness. Research also suggests that gratitude can improve relationships, boost self-esteem, and decrease stress. 
So how can you practice gratitude? This episode includes five simple ideas to try this holiday season.

Born in Tijuana, Mexico, Dr. Gerry Martin del Campo was first introduced to veterinary medicine during high school when he volunteered at animal hospitals in his community.
Dr. Martin del Campo says this early exposure is one of the main reasons he fell in love with veterinary medicine. 
Dr. Martin del Campo now serves as the ER/Urgent Care and Critical Care Medical Director at SAGE Veterinary Centers, which recently joined the NVA Compassion-First family. He also regularly visits local high schools and elementary schools to share more about the pet care space and give back to his community. 
In this episode, Dr. Martin del Campo also talks about:
The changes he’s made to reduce burnoutThe importance of good communication skillsWellness tips (like not taking your work home with you)

NVA recently signed onto PrideVMC’s Gender Identify Bill of Rights (GIBOR), and Turpin Mott (NVA’s Chief Community Officer) chatted with their Immediate Past President, Dr. Dane Whitaker(he/him), more about the importance of this document, creating a safe and inclusive veterinary profession, and ways to develop allyship.
As a transgender veterinarian who went through gender transition at 41, Dr. Whitaker also talks about what he and the gender-diverse community face in the veterinary profession.

Hospital Manager Brian Kissoon with South Shore Animal Hospital in Wantagh, NY talks with Chief Community Officer Turpin Mott about:
- Creating a hospital culture and veterinary profession that’s safe, supportive, and diverse
- As someone in the LGBTQIA+ community, what Pride Month means to him
- Advice for leaders/managers with LGBTQIA+ teammates