Down on the Farm: The Life of a Rural Veterinarian August 23, 2021 It’s not news: Rural veterinarians are in short supply, growing ever more scarce as practitioners increasingly opt to work in urban and suburban areas. But for a select few, life as a rural veterinarian has infinitely more appeal.
Finding Safe Harbor: Online Refuge for Veterinarians August 9, 2021 Small business owners have to work harder than ever to set themselves apart from big corporations to attract both clients and staff. Now more than ever, veterinarians need a place to find shelter from the storm.
Raise Your VOICE: Speaking Up for Diversity July 12, 2021 Dozens of affinity groups are working hard to make veterinary medicine more diverse, but the road ahead is long and difficult. How can you help make the profession more inclusive?
Safe Haven: Community for Black Veterinary Students June 28, 2021 One of many student organizations at OSU CVM, the J.H. Bias Black Affinity Group was formed to provide a safe, supportive space for students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds.
Inside the Complaint Department: Common Licensing Board Cases June 1, 2021 When a veterinarian or technician is the subject of a complaint, no matter how big or small the grievance is, the situation is stressful. In this new podcast, OVMLB representatives explain what to expect.
The Cost of Wellbeing: Who Pays the Price? May 17, 2021 Poor wellbeing doesn’t just affect individuals: Companies are also hit hard by mental health issues in the form of lower productivity, poor staff morale, and increased absenteeism.
Wellness in the Veterinary Profession: The Perfect Storm? May 3, 2021 What do you get when you put empathic caregivers known to neglect their own health into a high-stress, demanding profession? The perfect storm.
Shades of Gray: How to Identify Reportable Cases of Abuse April 5, 2021 Ohio veterinarians are now required to report suspected companion animal abuse—but determining what is an accident and what is abuse isn’t always easy.
Old Dog, New Tricks: Virtual MVC Preview January 11, 2021 For decades, the MVC has offered an unparalleled experience for thousands of veterinary professionals. Going virtual this year won’t end the tradition!
Accident or Abuse? How to Differentiate November 23, 2020 Animal cruelty: It’s something no veterinarian wants to see but inevitably will at some point. That’s why it’s so important to learn how to handle a suspected case of abuse before it shows up at your clinic.
