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The "Okay Vet" - From Military Service to Dealing with Grief (with Andrew Ciccolini)


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Dr. Andrew Ciccolini decided to serve in the military as a veterinarian, and he shares what that was like – both the challenges and advantages. But what continues to be a heart thread in Dr. Andrew’s life is the impact of caring for a medically complex child, little Ethan. To build a supportive community during that time, Dr. Andrew developed a well-known Instagram following under the name @Okay_Vet.  We also discuss Dr. Andrew’s involvement in supporting telehealth programs to support the war in Ukraine as well as current projects like Serenity Vet, a relief platform aimed at providing innovative solutions to relief work. Our conversation highlights the importance of understanding and handling grief while balancing a demanding veterinary career. This is an underdiscussed topic, so I’m glad to share Dr. Andrew’s important story. 

Resources:

  • Serenity Vet (relief vet platform) website
  • IG: Okay_Vet

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