Reviving Vet Med

Comparing Burnout Among General and Emergency Veterinarians | Episode 92 | Reviving Vet Med

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2011463/fan_mail/new] Burnout is a universal challenge in veterinary medicine, but does the practice environment change the experience? In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Emily Li, an Emergency and Critical Care specialist based in Melbourne, Australia. Emily’s interest in mental health was forged on the front lines of emergency medicine during the COVID-19 pandemic. Driven by her own lived experience and the challenges she saw in the clinic, she dedicated her Master’s thesis to comparing burnout drivers among general practitioners and emergency veterinarians across Australia. During this episode, we discuss how workplace structures and workload predictability impact both groups. We also explore what surprisingly does not differ between general practice and ER burnout, and why Emily believes systemic changes, rather than just individual resilience, are the only way forward for the profession. Emily shares a grounded, evidence based perspective on the real drivers of exhaustion and highlights the importance of the person in environment fit. Watch the Video Version of this Episode https://youtu.be/ycynLHKEEHc Resources Follow Dr. Emily Li on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-li-b59309137/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/emily-li-b59309137/]   Read Dr. Li’s papers: A comparison between veterinary small animal general practitioners and emergency practitioners in Australia Part 1 (https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10993158/ [https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10993158/]) and Part 2 (https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10932987/ [https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10932987/])   Thank you to our sponsor Hill’s Pet Nutrition For more information about Hill's products and nutritional philosophy, please visit HillsPet.com [http://hillspet.com] or HillsPet.ca [http://hillspet.ca]. Thank you to our sponsor Co-Vet For a free trial of Co-Vet, please visit https://www.co.vet/ [https://www.co.vet/]. And follow Co-Vet on social media: Instagram: @covet.ai, Facebook: @coVetAIApp, LinkedIn: @CoVet  Newsletter For more practical pointers and tangible tips related to veterinary mental health and wellbeing, subscribe to our e-newsletter: https://revivingvetmed.kartra.com/page/newsletter [https://revivingvetmed.kartra.com/page/newsletter] Online Resources To access Reviving Veterinary Medicine’s free resources including handouts, posters, meditations, and quizzes, please visit: https://revivingvetmed.com/resources [https://revivingvetmed.com/resources]  Questions, Suggestions, or Sponsorship Opportunities Email: podcast@revivingvetmed.com [podcast@revivingvetmed.com]  Thank you to Hill’s Pet Nutrition [https://HillsPet.com] For more information about Hill's products and nutritional philosophy, please visit HillsPet.ca. Thank you to our sponsor CoVet [https://www.co.vet/] CoVet helps generate your records and automate your admin work so you can focus on your medicine. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2011463/support]

Why We Need to Talk About Medical Errors in Veterinary Medicine | Episode 91 | Reviving Vet Med

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2011463/fan_mail/new] Medical error is one of the most challenging and least discussed realities in veterinary medicine, yet it has profound implications for the mental health and career longevity of the professionals involved. In this episode, Dr. Rochelle Low, veterinarian and Global VP of Quality and Patient Safety at Mars Veterinary Health, joins us to explore why patient safety is actually a vital pillar of team wellbeing. Drawing from her research on the "Second Victim" experience and her 2025 global study of over 64,000 safety events, Rochelle shares how a systems-based approach can shift the focus from individual shame to collective learning. We discuss the emotional trajectory teams face after an adverse event, why errors are often rooted in system design rather than personal failure, and the specific types of support, like peer connection and psychological safety, that help professionals recover and stay in the field. Rochelle also reflects on a personal medication error case and how an immediate, supportive leadership response shaped her own professional identity. This conversation offers a powerful and practical lens for anyone in veterinary medicine who wants to move past "blame and shame" to build a culture that truly protects both our patients and our people. Watch the Video Version of this Episode [Link pending] Resources Connect with Dr. Rochelle Low on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rochelle-low-53ab0091/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rochelle-low-53ab0091/]   Read Dr. Low’s research papers: Veterinary healthcare needs to talk more about error: For the wellbeing of our patients and medical teams: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9708451/ [https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9708451/]  Patient safety events cause harm across a variety of veterinary care settings: a global retrospective analysis: https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/263/7/javma.24.08.0523.xml [https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/263/7/javma.24.08.0523.xml]  Personal resilience, good leadership, and a psychologically safe culture play a mitigating role on the impact of patient safety events: https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/263/3/javma.24.09.0620.xml [https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/263/3/javma.24.09.0620.xml]  Thank you to our sponsor Scribenote See how Scribenote works: https://www.scribenote.com?utm_campaign=RVM&utm_source=rvm-podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=MARK-402 [https://www.scribenote.com?utm_campaign=RVM&utm_source=rvm-podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=MARK-402] Book a Demo: https://calendly.com/d/4zm-dsr-wfh/scribenote-demo [https://calendly.com/d/4zm-dsr-wfh/scribenote-demo] Start with a Free 14-Day Trial Today: https://app.scribenote.com/auth/register?utm_campaign=RVM&utm_source=rvm-podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=MARK-402 [https://app.scribenote.com/auth/register?utm_campaign=RVM&utm_source=rvm-podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=MARK-402] Newsletter For more practical pointers and tangible tips related to veterinary mental health and wellbeing, subscribe to our e-newsletter: https://revivingvetmed.kartra.com/page/newsletter [https://revivingvetmed.kartra.com/page/newsletter] Online Resources To access Reviving Veterinary Medicine’s free resources including handouts, posters, meditations, and quizzes, please visit: https://revivingvetmed.com/resources [https://revivingvetmed.com/resources] Questions, Suggestions, or Sponsorship Opportunities Email: podcast@revivingvetmed.com [podcast@revivingvetmed.com] Thank you to our sponsor Scribenote [https://www.scribenote.com] The first AI-powered veterinary SOAP creator that builds accurate medical records effortlessly. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2011463/support]

BONUS Meditation: Cultivating Equanimity: A Guided Meditation for Veterinary Professionals | Episode 90 | Reviving Vet Med

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2011463/fan_mail/new] In this bonus episode, Dr. Sonja Olson guides you through a meditation designed to cultivate equanimity and radical acceptance; powerful tools for maintaining emotional balance, compassion, and clarity amidst the challenges of veterinary practice and caregiving roles. This 10-minute meditation offers practical strategies to reduce reactivity, stay grounded in difficult interactions, and nurture resilience in both your professional and personal life. Through gentle guidance, you’ll explore ways to bring kindness and calm to yourself, your patients, your colleagues, and even those you find challenging. Take a few minutes to pause, breathe, and reconnect with a sense of balance. Perfect for your breakroom, office, or anywhere you need a moment of calm. Share this meditation with a colleague who could use the support, and check out additional thoughts and teachings from Dr. Sonja Olson on her YouTube channel.  Resources Visit Sonja’s website: https://www.sonjaolsondvm.com [https://www.sonjaolsondvm.com]    Visit Sonja’s YouTube channel @KindfulMomentswithDrSonja: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1KtsXn4EfTgAs_vDh4rxxQ [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1KtsXn4EfTgAs_vDh4rxxQ] Newsletter For more practical pointers and tangible tips related to veterinary mental health and wellbeing, subscribe to our e-newsletter: https://revivingvetmed.kartra.com/page/newsletter [https://revivingvetmed.kartra.com/page/newsletter]  Online Resources To access Reviving Veterinary Medicine’s free resources including handouts, posters, meditations, and quizzes, please visit: https://revivingvetmed.com/resources [https://revivingvetmed.com/resources]  Questions, Suggestions, or Sponsorship Opportunities Email: podcast@revivingvetmed.com [podcast@revivingvetmed.com]  Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2011463/support]

Addressing Harassment and Transgressive Behavior in Veterinary Practice | Episode 89 | Reviving Vet Med

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2011463/fan_mail/new] Psychological safety is essential in veterinary medicine, yet many professionals report experiencing aggression, bullying, discrimination, or sexual harassment at work. In this episode, Dr. Jolanda Jansen, communications advisor, researcher, and co-owner of St. Anna Advies in the Netherlands, talks about her 2025 study examining harassment and transgressive behavior in Dutch veterinary clinics. Nearly 70 percent of respondents reported experiencing at least one form of misconduct in a single year. We discuss why younger professionals and support staff are particularly vulnerable, the role clients and colleagues play, and what practical steps leaders and teams can take to create safer, more respectful workplaces. This conversation offers insight and actionable guidance for anyone committed to strengthening culture and wellbeing in veterinary medicine. Watch the Video Version of this Episode https://youtu.be/vv8TWIYS_IE Resources My Workplace Is Not a Safe Place: Transgressive Behavior and Workplace Harassment in Veterinary Clinics in the Netherlands: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12474498/ [https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12474498/]   Connect with Jolanda Jansen on social media:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/anna-advies [https://www.linkedin.com/company/anna-advies] and https://www.linkedin.com/in/jolandajansen/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jolandajansen/]  Instagram: @stannaadvies and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stanna.advies/ [https://www.facebook.com/stanna.advies/]  Visit Jolanda’s website: www.anna-advies.nl [http://www.anna-advies.nl]    Register for our 4-week online program Becoming a Veterinary SuperCommunicator: https://revivingvetmed.kartra.com/page/supercommunicator [https://revivingvetmed.kartra.com/page/supercommunicator]   Thank you to our sponsor Hill’s Pet Nutrition For more information about Hill's products and nutritional philosophy, please visit HillsPet.com [http://hillspet.com] or HillsPet.ca [http://hillspet.ca]. Newsletter For more practical pointers and tangible tips related to veterinary mental health and wellbeing, subscribe to our e-newsletter: https://revivingvetmed.kartra.com/page/newsletter [https://revivingvetmed.kartra.com/page/newsletter] Online Resources To access Reviving Veterinary Medicine’s free resources including handouts, posters, meditations, and quizzes, please visit: https://revivingvetmed.com/resources [https://revivingvetmed.com/resources]  Questions, Suggestions, or Sponsorship Opportunities Email: podcast@revivingvetmed.com [podcast@revivingvetmed.com]  Thank you to Hill’s Pet Nutrition [https://HillsPet.com] For more information about Hill's products and nutritional philosophy, please visit HillsPet.ca. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2011463/support]

Neuro-Informed Stress Management for Veterinary Professionals | Episode 88 | Reviving Vet Med

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2011463/fan_mail/new] Stress is an inevitable part of veterinary medicine, but understanding how our brains respond can transform the way we manage it. In this episode, Dr. Sonja Olson, a veterinary wellness coach, former emergency veterinarian, and certified neuroinformed and mindfulness coach, shares her expertise on neuro-informed stress management. We explore what happens in the brain and nervous system during chronic stress, how neuro-resilience can be cultivated, and practical, science-based strategies to regulate the nervous system in real time. Sonja also discusses the role of social connection, environment, and daily practices in building long-term resilience, helping veterinary professionals thrive both personally and professionally. This conversation offers evidence-based guidance and actionable tools for anyone in veterinary medicine looking to reduce stress, improve wellbeing, and foster a healthier, more sustainable career. Watch the Video Version of this Episode [Link pending] Resources Connect with Dr. Sonja Olson on social media:  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonja-a-olson-dvm [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonja-a-olson-dvm] Instagram: @sonjaolsondvm and Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sonja.olson.754 [https://www.facebook.com/sonja.olson.754]  Visit Sonja’s website: https://www.sonjaolsondvm.com [https://www.sonjaolsondvm.com]    Pre-orders Sonja’s book (due to be published August 2026): www.routledge.com/9781032753928 [http://www.routledge.com/9781032753928] Thank you to our sponsor Scribenote See how Scribenote works: https://www.scribenote.com?utm_campaign=RVM&utm_source=rvm-podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=MARK-402 [https://www.scribenote.com?utm_campaign=RVM&utm_source=rvm-podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=MARK-402]  Book a Demo: https://calendly.com/d/4zm-dsr-wfh/scribenote-demo [https://calendly.com/d/4zm-dsr-wfh/scribenote-demo]  Start with a Free 14-Day Trial Today: https://app.scribenote.com/auth/register?utm_campaign=RVM&utm_source=rvm-podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=MARK-402 [https://app.scribenote.com/auth/register?utm_campaign=RVM&utm_source=rvm-podcast&utm_medium=podcast&utm_content=MARK-402]  Newsletter For more practical pointers and tangible tips related to veterinary mental health and wellbeing, subscribe to our e-newsletter: https://revivingvetmed.kartra.com/page/newsletter [https://revivingvetmed.kartra.com/page/newsletter] Lunch & Learns To learn more about the Lunch & Learn sessions offered by Reviving Veterinary Medicine, please visit: https://revivingvetmed.com/lunch-and-learns-for-veterinary-teams/ [https://revivingvetmed.com/lunch-and-learns-for-veterinary-teams/].  Questions, Suggestions, or Sponsorship Opportunities Email: podcast@revivingvetmed.com [podcast@revivingvetmed.com]  Thank you to our sponsor Scribenote [https://www.scribenote.com] The first AI-powered veterinary SOAP creator that builds accurate medical records effortlessly. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2011463/support]