Wellbeing & Lifestyle
Building strong friendships
Mary Gardner, DVM, and Eric Garcia shared several facets of a successful friendship in their talk at the Fetch Long Beach conference in Long Beach, California
The problem with the 'gold standard'
Renée Alsarraf, DVM, DACVIM (Onc), talks about how there is no one fixed approach to animal care
What is the real solution to fatigue and burnout in the veterinary industry?
Burnout is a word we hear a lot, especially in the veterinary industry. But do we really know what it is, let alone how to beat it?
How to get involved with Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October’s awareness month highlights support for survivors and pet-friendly shelters.
Life lessons from dogs
Dogs are so much more than pets; what can they teach us about life?
Preventing burnout at the organizational level
Strategies that practices can implement to prevent veterinary burnout were discussed during a session at the 2024 Fetch dvm360 conference in Atlantic City
Practicing psychological safety
In his Fetch Coastal lecture, Philip Richmond, DVM, CAPP, CPHSA, CCFP, discussed ways to mitigate negative behaviors in the workplace.
The many hats of a cartoonist veterinarian
Greg Bishop, DVM, shares the story of how he became a successful author, speaker, cartoonist, and illustrator all while practicing veterinary medicine
Exclusive film screening at the Southwest Veterinary Symposium
SWVS attendees have the opportunity to attend a private screening of the anticipated short film, The Dog
Free suicide prevention course for rural veterinarians
The course provides tips and resources for recognizing and handling mental health challenges
New partnership supports veterinary mental wellbeing
The Veterinary Cooperative announced a strategic alliance with Fear Free to promote low-stress veterinary care and mental health support for veterinary professionals
Healing the healers: Mental health in the veterinary profession
Annika VanNoy, PhD, joins this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast to discuss mental health in the veterinary profession
CDC releases guide to improve professional wellbeing among health care workers
The guide aims to address health care worker burnout
Australian hospital is the first Fear Free certified veterinary practice in the Oceania region
As more practices around the world adopt Fear Free methodology, Avoca Drive Animal Hospital's certification marks a milestone
New partnership aims to address veterinary burnout
The Veterinary Cooperative is collaborating with Hound to provide veterinary professionals with access to employee service technology
Clinical duty hour guidelines for veterinary students are revised in recognition of student wellness
The SAVMA updated its guidelines for clinical students, reducing the number of recommended rotation hours, increasing suggested breaks, and more
Introducing dvm360 and Chewy Health’s August Innovator of the Month: Dr. Addie Reinhard, Founder of MentorVet
One veterinarian’s quest to battle burnout and help veterinary professionals achieve sustainable careers
The dual life of a veterinarian firefighter
Mariah Young, DVM, shares how she is saving the lives of pets and people during her work as a veterinarian and firefighter/EMT
Managing practice caseloads
In an interview with dvm360, Angela Elia, BS, LVT, CVT, VTS (ECC), discussed some ways to achieve efficiencies for managing a practice’s caseload that might otherwise be overwhelming to staff.
Utilizing positive psychology coaching
Veterinary technician, Andi Davsion explains more abut what positive psychology coaching is, and how it can help veterinary clinics
New study reveals service dogs reduce PTSD symptoms in veterans
The trial is the largest one in the nation that compares service dog partnerships to standard care alone
Taking pride in ourselves and workplace
The Vet Blast Podcast kicks of Pride month with special guest Josh Sanabria, DVM
Balancing the highs and lows of veterinary medicine
Elizabeth Chosa, DVM, shares some tips for veterinary professionals for professional and personal well-being
New awards program provides an opportunity to recognize veterinary professionals
Trupanion launched its first Veterinary Appreciation Day Awards with public participation through vote casting
Belonging vs fitting in
Elizabeth Chosa, DVM, explains the difference between belonging and fitting in and how practice managers can create a welcoming environment
Finding hope in the veterinary career
How the Veterinary Hope Foundation is bringing light back into the profession
Fearless collaboration in the clinic
Providing a psychological safe place for team members to collaborate creates better workflow and a high standard of care for patients
The coerenza approach: A guide to comprehensive pet care
Team collaboration on exercise, enrichment, environment, nutrition, and responsibility can enhance a patient’s quality of life
Building emotional intelligence to improve workplace professionalism
A practice management session at Fetch Nashville offers insight on how to navigate conflict and emotions, and reduce occupational fatigue.
Finding good in the bad
Natalie L. Marks, DVM, CVJ, Elite FFCP-V, gives a preview of her upcoming keynote address at Fetch Nashville