Veterinary Medicine

Veterinary Medicine

Category: Veterinary Medicine

Compassion Fatigue and Burnout in Veterinary Medicine: How to Recognize the Signs and Find Support

By: Dr. Kristi Kantz If you work in veterinary medicine, you probably know just how much heart it takes to do this job. Most...

May 9, 2025

Update from The Indiana Board of Veterinary Medicine

Veterinarians are required to have completed forty (40) hours of continuing education acquired between October 15, 2023, and October 15, 2025. Veterinary licenses expire on October...

May 9, 2025

Can everyone be a leader in your practice? You bet!

By Tammy Chastain, DVM A traditional understanding of leadership usually involves one person in charge or leading with a group of followers underneath them....

April 22, 2025

Objectifying Burnout Assessment in Veterinary Medicine

Burnout within the veterinary profession poses a significant threat to the well-being of veterinarians, the quality of patient care, and the industry’s sustainability. This...

November 5, 2024

Stay Connected to Your Profession

In February at our state IVMA conference, I came into contact with a young mid-career veterinarian with 2 young children who was considering leaving...

September 5, 2024

Understanding the Impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Veterinary Medicine

Artificial Intelligence (AI) represents a significant advancement in the scientific and technical fields, aiming to develop computer systems capable of performing tasks that typically...

July 12, 2024

How to Recruit New Members for IVMA “Share the Power”

As dedicated professionals in the veterinary field, we know the importance of community, collaboration, and continuous learning. The Indiana Veterinary Medical Association (IVMA) offers...

June 26, 2024

Managing Negative Comments on Social Media: A Guide for Veterinarians

Social media is a powerful tool for connecting with clients, sharing valuable information, and promoting your veterinary practice. However, it also opens the door...

June 20, 2024

Ensuring Workplace Safety in Your Veterinary Practice

“It’s better to have a plan in place and not need one, than to need a plan and not have one.” This adage is...

June 5, 2024

The Vitality of Self-Care: A Veterinarian’s Guide to Nurturing Well-Being

In the noble journey of caring for our animal companions, it’s easy to overlook one crucial aspect: our own well-being. As dedicated veterinarians, our...

March 7, 2024