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We Are Our Profession

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Often times when asked what I do for a living, I respond by saying, “I am a veterinarian.” Then I wonder, What does a veterinarian look like? So I qualify my response with, “I work as a veterinarian.” Either way, … Continue reading

Summer Jobs During Veterinary School ARE Preparation for the Real World

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Each summer of veterinary school, I made it a point to work within the veterinary field. I knew it was important for me to become intimately involved in small animal veterinary medicine for the clinical experience in the “real world.”For … Continue reading

Professional Development is Personal

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When we think of professional development, we often want to put this responsibility onto others. In actuality, professional development is a personal responsibility. As we progress in our careers, we must take the time to learn better communication, better negotiating … Continue reading