Scrubbed In: The DVM Journey

Welcome to episode #10 of Scrubbed In: The DVM Journey – the podcast where we dive into the wild, rewarding, and sometimes unpredictable world of becoming a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Today, we welcome Dr. Jacque Pelzer, current Assistant Dean of Student Affairs and Admissions here at the Virginia Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine! Dr. Pelzer discusses her journey to veterinary school (from pro surfer to veterinarian), and how she moved from a solo food animal practitioner to academia when her husband had cancer. Dr. Pelzer and I discuss the unique admissions process here at Virginia Maryland, elements of a stand out application and advice she would give to prospective applicants. And for the current second year veterinary students at Virginia Maryland- stay tuned until the end of the episode for a special message from her to us as we enter our first clinical rotations this summer.

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Welcome to episode #9 of Scrubbed In: The DVM Journey – the podcast where we dive into the wild, rewarding, and sometimes unpredictable world of becoming a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Today, we welcome Samantha Janko, current second year veterinary student at the Virginia Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine! Sam will discuss her journey to veterinary school, and her career change from engineering to veterinary medicine. Sam and I will discuss the rise of AI (artificial intelligence) in veterinary medicine and how it may be incorporated into veterinary practices in the future.

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Welcome to episode #8 of Scrubbed In: The DVM Journey – the podcast where we dive into the wild, rewarding and sometimes unpredictable world of becoming a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Today, we welcome associate veterinarian, medical director and co-owner of New Hope Veterinary Hospital (Belmont, NC) Dr. Peter Rowan! Dr. Rowan shares his journey to veterinary school and how he became a practice owner early on in his career. He shares how he established his team, what makes his practice unique in the face of competitors and how he has established a positive workplace culture at his clinic. Dr. Rowan also provides some excellent advice to any veterinarians or veterinary students who are interested in practice ownership.

SHOW NOTES:

VPP= Veterinary Practice Partners

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Disclosure: This podcast is not sponsored by Veterinary Practice Partners or any other organizations. The purpose of today's episode was to provide an accurate account of Dr. Rowan's journey to practice ownership which includes information on how Veterinary Practice Partners played a role in his journey.

Welcome to episode #7 of Scrubbed In: The DVM Journey – the podcast where we dive into the wild, rewarding and sometimes unpredictable world of becoming a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Today, we welcome our first staff member from the Virginia Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine Mr. Garry Morgan! Mr. Morgan tells us about his new role as Interim Director of Student Services within the Office of Academic Affairs and how he plans to increase cohesiveness and community here in the college. We also discuss how students can help positively contribute to their veterinary school community and how to approach difficult conversations with your peers. Mr. Morgan and I also share our love for Brene Brown, and how we get angry when our lasagna isn't hot after 30 seconds in the microwave! This episode is sure to give you a good laugh, and provide you with tools on how to help build your community at school.

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Welcome to episode #6 of Scrubbed In: The DVM Journey – the podcast where we dive into the wild, rewarding and sometimes unpredictable world of becoming a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Today, we welcome current fourth year veterinary student at the Virginia Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine Paulina Bravo! Paulina shares how she first discovered her passion for animals in Mexico while shadowing in a small animal clinic, and how she came to America to pursue her veterinary education. Paulina also shares the tips and tricks she used to pass the NAVLE (North American Veterinary Licensing Exam) on the FIRST try and advice she would give to all veterinary students before they start their first clinical rotations. Paulina gives us unique insights into her favorite rotations here at Virginia Maryland and what rotations she recommends locking in before taking the NAVLE.

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Welcome to episode #5 of Scrubbed In: The DVM Journey – the podcast where we dive into the wild, rewarding and sometimes unpredictable world of becoming a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Today, we welcome current second year veterinary student at the Virginia Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine Chloe Bolin! Chloe shares how fostering inspired her to become a vet, how an accident during college shaped her journey, and advice she would give to incoming veterinary students.

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Welcome to episode #4 of Scrubbed In: The DVM Journey – the podcast where we dive into the wild, rewarding and sometimes unpredictable world of becoming a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Today, we welcome current second year veterinary student at the Virginia Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine Kiana Severe! Kiana shares her unconventional journey to veterinary school, how she balances academics with her current roles, and how she has navigated grief during her studies.

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PWI: Predominantly White Institution

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Welcome to the episode #3 of Scrubbed In: The DVM Journey – the podcast where we dive into the wild, rewarding, and sometimes unpredictable world of becoming a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Today, we welcome current second year veterinary student at the Virginia Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine Mitch Barber! Mitch will discuss his journey to becoming admitted into veterinary school, and how he decided to change his career from nursing to vet med. Non-traditional students, this one's for you.

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Welcome to episode #2 of Scrubbed In: The DVM Journey – the podcast where we dive into the wild, rewarding, and sometimes unpredictable world of becoming a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Today, we welcome our second guest, current first year veterinary student at the Virginia Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine Brittany Reed! Tune in to hear Brittany discuss her veterinary school journey and how she balances school and motherhood, while staying involved in student life.

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MPS: Masters of Professional Science

CEMFT: Certified Equine Myofunctional Therapist

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Welcome to the first episode of Scrubbed In: The DVM Journey – the podcast where we dive into the wild, rewarding, and sometimes unpredictable world of becoming a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Today, we welcome our first guest, current second year veterinary student at the Virginia Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine Kalenza Robinson! Kalenza will discuss her journey to becoming admitted into veterinary school, what she believes made her a standout applicant, advice she would give to pre-veterinary students and more!

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*HPAI= Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza

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