Wellbeing & Lifestyle
AI vs burnout
Veterinary hospitals all over the country are understaffed, overworked, and burned out. How is a chatbot going to save us?
Strategies to counteract distorted thinking
Chronic negative thinking at work can lead to several mental health struggles including burnout, compassion fatigue, and more, if left untreated
The veterinary profession and its impact on climate change
Veterinary experts discuss how this profession can have an effect on the environment and what you can do to help prevent global warming
Combating 4 harmful workplace mindsets
The president of Not One More Vet explains common downfalls of veterinary teams and how to fix your toxic clinic culture
Dan Levy finds common ground with veterinary professionals
The Hollywood actor-writer-director was a featured speaker at the VMX conference in Orlando, Florida
Nurturing strength through resilience in veterinary practice
How to adapt, cope, and maintain well-being in the face of high-pressure professional demands
Top Vet Blast Podcast episodes of 2023: #6
We have compiled a countdown of our top Vet Blast Podcast Episodes in 2023, here is number 6
3 must-sees for the holidays
These videos provide insight that will help keep you and companion animals safe and comforted, while also sharing some of the joy and merriment of the season.
Board-certified veterinary surgeon receives philanthropy award
Chief of staff at Long Island Veterinary Specialists was honored for this inaugural award from the American College of Veterinary Surgeons
Overcoming workplace ruts
Eight ways to help you reignite your passion for veterinary medicine
Crocheting for better well-being
An internist shares her passion outside of veterinary medicine
How to leverage allyship to create more inclusive cultures
If a workplace or any environment is inclusive, then those who work there or visit will feel that they belong
Honoring Practice Manager Appreciation Week 2023
The key role these professionals play in cultivating a successful, positive workplace
Safe spaces for survivors and their pets
Katie Campbell shares how RedRover is helping individuals experiencing domestic violence keep their pets and maintain the human-animal bond while also keeping them and their pets out of harm’s way
New university podcast featuring clinical and research faculty
The Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine debuted its new show November, 1, 2023
Veterinary scene Down Under: Human behavior in veterinary medicine, plus addressing One Health and biosecurity issues
Understanding human behavior for better animal health outcomes, and a new veterinary consultancy focused on a holistic approach to biosecurity and One Health
Inclusive work environments for the veterinary space
Drs Cary and Marshall explain 6 strategies for making a workplace more inclusive for staff
Addressing the affordability gap: Proactive financial client conversations
Financial hardships can cause frustration for everyone involved, but having proactive conservations can help prepare clients for future veterinary care needs
Tips for building resiliency
Learn how to balance work and hobbies with Jimmy Barr, DVM, DACVECC
Veterinary professional self-development workshop to take place in Victoria Falls National Park in Africa
Immerses attendees in education focused on self-reflection and -discovery while experiencing the unique scenery and wildlife of Africa
Can standardization help veterinary technicians be more valued?
Anne Sholly, CVT, VTS (Oncology), suggests this can help take technicians a step closer to being recognized for their hard work in veterinary medicine
3 Must-sees for National Veterinary Technician Week
Video interviews featuring veterinary technicians sharing what they love most about this special week, plus more on the profession
Leading the veterinary team to better well-being
Dr Carney shares her tips for organizational-level wellness for the veterinary team during the Fetch Coastal conference
The Critter Fixers share 4 veterinary superpowers
Terrence Ferguson, DVM, and Vernard L Hodges, DVM, share how practitioners can uncover their own veterinary superpowers and incorporate them into the clinic
Recent study examines emergency and specialty veterinary care in 2023
The study run by Instinct finds rates of hospital shortages, mental health challenges, and patient volume
Appreciating technicians for National Veterinary Technician Week
Experienced veterinary technician shares her tips for showing appreciation; starting with simply saying "thank you"
"Train your brain" with Katelyn Carney, DVM, DACVIM (LAIM): part 4
Dr Carney shares tools to use in a personal well-being plan and how the pandemic changed our view on work-life balance
7 Domestic violence shelters receive grants to make pet-friendly renovations
A total of $360,000 has been gifted through the Purple Leash Project
Honoring National Veterinary Technician Week with Vicky Ograin, MBA, RVT, VTS (Nutrition)
Learn more about National Veterinary Technician Week and how it started
"Train your brain" with Katelyn Carney, DVM, DACVIM (LAIM): part 3
Dr Carney shares tools for improving both personal and team wellness
