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Debriefing for Veterinary Team Wellbeing | Reviving Vet Med | Episode 17
A team debriefing after a distressing situation such as a difficult euthanasia procedure, an intense client conversation, or another traumatic episode allows the team consider the experience and how it has impacted them, as well as what might be done differently next time. Performing a team debrief within 24-72 hours of the inciting incident can […]
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Meditation for Veterinary Skeptics | Reviving Vet Med | Episode 16
Mindfulness, or focusing attention on the present moment, has dramatic beneficial effects on physical and mental wellbeing. Which is why celebrities like Katy Perry, Jerry Seinfeld, and Oprah admit to meditating regularly. Professional sports teams and millions of other people are also adopting daily meditation and mindfulness practices. And with fMRI capabilities, we are able […]
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How Movement Boosts Wellbeing | Reviving Vet Med | Episode 15
You’ve probably heard that “sitting is the new smoking”. A 2011 study followed 800,000 people and their sitting habits and found that people who sit the most, compared to people who sit the least, have a greater risk of disease and death. And unfortunately, with electronic medical records demanding more of our time in veterinary […]
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Impact of the Pandemic on Veterinary Teams | Reviving Vet Med | Episode 14
Now that we are two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s important to take a step back to assess the impact of these extraordinary times on the mental health and wellbeing of veterinary professionals. Recent research conducted by Merck Animal Health in partnership with the American Veterinary Medical Association brings newfound awareness and understanding to […]
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Coping With Online Critics and Bullies | Reviving Vet Med | Episode 13
Everyone has witnessed or been the victim of an online critic or cyberbully attack. Veterinary team members are more vulnerable to these incidents with public access to online review sites and social media pages. These situations can have devastating consequences for individuals and deeply impact the wellbeing of the entire veterinary team. During this episode, […]
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Recovering From Habitual Burnout | Reviving Vet Med | Episode 12
Despite a slight improvement in caseload and staffing within most veterinary practices, veterinary team members are still experiencing persistent or habitual burnout. This phenomenon is becoming more prevalent and requires awareness and intentional steps to allow individuals to recover. During this episode, we review the research regarding the different stages of burnout including the symptoms. […]
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Volunteering Fosters Mental Health And Wellbeing | Reviving Vet Med | Episode 11
Research consistently demonstrates the benefits of volunteering, especially among individuals who believe others will benefit from their contributions and that they are being appreciated for their efforts. During this episode, and in honour of International Volunteer Day, I review the positive impact of volunteering on mental health and wellbeing, and share strategies for optimizing volunteer […]
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BONUS Gratitude Meditation | Reviving Vet Med | Episode 10
Every 10th Reviving Vet Med podcast will feature a BONUS episode! Our first BONUS episode is a 25-minute gratitude meditation, just in time for the holiday season. Gratitude is one of the most powerful human emotions and can lift your energy or mood after experiencing anger, frustration, grief, or sadness. You are invited to practice […]
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How Finding Meaning Improves Wellbeing | Reviving Vet Med | Episode 9
Recent veterinary wellness studies have tended to focus on the negative aspects of veterinary work, with little mention of the positive components. Eudaimonic wellbeing is having fulfilling work that contributes to the greater good and can promote career satisfaction among veterinary professionals. During this episode, I review the research around job characteristics that contribute to […]
