Welcome to episode #26 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. Bobbi Conner to the podcast to discuss common misconceptions about ER medicine, the realities of training, and what students actually need to succeed in ER and ICU settings. Dr. Conner also shares her perspective on internships and how confidence develops over time. With her ongoing Master’s in Educational Psychology, she offers evidence-based insights into how veterinary students learn best, common study pitfalls, and practical strategies to make learning more efficient and sustainable.

Whether you’re considering ER, debating an internship, or just trying to survive vet school with your sanity intact, this episode delivers honest advice, reassurance, and a reality check from someone who’s been on both sides of the exam room and the classroom.

Show Notes:

LOCUM: A person who stands in temporarily for someone else of the same profession, especially a doctor.

IVECCS: International Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Symposium.

Dr. Conner's Podcast: Veterinary Journal Club and Discussions

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