Ep 211: To Vet School and Beyond, with Garth Robillard - Part 2

The 'So You're A Vet... Now What?' Podcast

Episode Description

In this episode of "So You're a Vet… Now What?" host Dr. Moriah McCauley continues her conversation with Garth Robillard about the fears and challenges faced by veterinary students. They discuss the vulnerability and growth that comes with acknowledging fears of burnout, financial constraints, and dealing with clients. The episode explores whether these fears stem from academia or the general veterinary profession, offering valuable insights for aspiring and current veterinarians navigating their career paths.

Garth discusses the fear and anxiety experienced by many veterinary students as they approach graduation, including concerns about burnout, difficult clients, and financial constraints. Despite these challenges, he encourages students to acknowledge their fears and vulnerabilities, as these experiences can lead to personal growth and resilience.

The conversation between Moriah and Garth also delves into the evolving culture within veterinary schools. They discuss the importance of creating a supportive and collaborative environment where students can learn from each other and work together. Garth highlights the benefits of problem-based learning (PBL) in fostering teamwork and communication skills among students. By collaborating to solve problems, students can deepen their understanding of veterinary medicine and gain insights from different perspectives.

Looking ahead to the future, Garth expresses his excitement for the opportunities and challenges in his veterinary career. He emphasizes the importance of finding meaningful mentorship and being open to learning from others. Garth's goal is to be a catalyst for positive change in veterinary medicine and contribute positively to the profession.

Overall, the episode underscores the significance of embracing vulnerability, learning from mistakes, and fostering a culture of collaboration and growth in veterinary medicine. By recognizing weaknesses, seeking mentorship, and working together with peers, veterinary professionals can continue to evolve and thrive in their careers.

Episode Outline

[00:01:23] Fear of graduating veterinary school.

[00:06:00] Encouraging positivity in the veterinary profession.

[00:08:49] Overcoming professional challenges.

[00:12:57] Vet school culture trends upward.

[00:14:23] Veterinary student dynamics changing.

[00:16:39] Veterinary school culture and teamwork.

[00:21:38] Changing veterinary profession dynamics.

[00:25:34] Emotional growth and development.

[00:27:27] Changing veterinary medicine landscape.

Episode Links

Listen to Garth’s podcast ‘Veterinary Vibes’: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/veterinary-vibes/

Connect with Garth Robillard on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garth-robillard-23516a174

Follow the Veterinary Vibes podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/VeterinaryVibes

Discover more from Garth Robillard: https://linktr.ee/veterinaryvibespodcast

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