It seems like everywhere I go in Whistler people still keep asking about this…
So I thought it would be easier to make a video, since it’s a really long answer, and it’s not something I really enjoy having to talk about everywhere I go. Now I can just say: “Go watch the video:)”
No, I am no longer practicing veterinary medicine. I submitted my official retirement/resignation to the CVBC at the end of 2023.
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On today’s episode of Twin Trees Vet Talk
I discuss veterinary mental health and suicide, my experience with burnout in the veterinary profession. I share my personal journey in veterinary medicine, factors that led to psychological distress as a veterinary professional, and what led me to stop practicing veterinary medicine.
We hope you enjoy this episode! Please leave your questions and comments below!
FULL BLOG POST: https://twintreesvet.com/blogs/vet-talk/i-retired-from-vet-med-why-i-stopped-practicing-veterinary-medicine
These are a couple of my other projects if you are interested:
Educational resource, podcast, free pet first aid course & more
https://solomebeauty.com
My Organic Skincare Brand: Solomé Beauty
Organic skincare made in Whistler. PLANT + MINERAL BASED. CRUELTY FREE. REFILLABLE + ZERO WASTE.
https://littlepinepet.com
Little Pine: Sustainable/upcycled pet gear
Thank you and have a lovely day 🏔️🥂🕊️
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RESOURCES:
-If you or someone you know is thinking about suicide, call Talk Suicide Canada 24/7 support at 1-833-456-4566.
-Suicide in veterinary medicine: A literature review
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37577194da Silva CR, Gomes AAD, Dos Santos-Doni TR, Antonelli AC, Vieira RFDC, da Silva ARS. Suicide in veterinary medicine: A literature review. Vet World. 2023 Jun;16(6):1266-1276. doi: 10.14202/vetworld.2023.1266-1276. Epub 2023 Jun 8. PMID: 37577194; PMCID: PMC10421543.
-Letter: What is wrong with the Whistler housing narrative?
https://www.piquenewsmagazine.com/opinion/letter-what-is-wrong-with-the-whistler-housing-narrative-5340620
-QPR training via AVMA (free for all veterinary professionals): https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/wellbeing/qpr-suicide-prevention-training
-ASK training via VetFolio (free and tailored to veterinary professionals): https://www.vetfolio.com/courses/ask-suicide-prevention-training
-Applied suicide intervention skills traini
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