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Blog Series: Choosing Your First Practice – A Guide for New Veterinary Graduates Part 3: Scheduling for Sustainability – Protecting Your Time and Mental Health By Noel Salazar, CVPM, NOMV Education Volunteer  Your Schedule Before reading further, consider the following equation in the context of this article: S = P – C, where “S” represents…

Blog Series: Choosing Your First Practice – A Guide for New Veterinary Graduates Part 2: Behind the Scenes – What Site Visits Reveal About Clinic Culture By Noel Salazar, CVPM, NOMV Education Volunteer  On-Site Visits The value of an on-site visit cannot be overstated. This experience offers you valuable insights into the clinic that are…

Blog Series: Choosing Your First Practice – A Guide for New Veterinary Graduates Part 1: Mentorship Matters – What to Ask Before You Accept By Noel Salazar, CVPM, NOMV Education Volunteer  Choosing your first practice as a new graduate can be a daunting task. With today’s aggressive recruiting strategies for veterinarians, it is common to…

By Katie Lawlor, Psy.D. The holidays can create a poignant contrast for those of us who have lost a beloved companion animal. Perhaps we want to feel the hope and joy of the season, but then are reminded of our heartbreaking loss. We might even feel guilty for trying to enjoy ourselves in their absence. …

By Danny Rosenmund, NOMV Director of Outreach, Susie Mitchell, NOMV CLEAR Blueprint Program Manager, and Kali March, CST Compliance Manager  In veterinary medicine, we care about animals and often forget to care about the people serving them. Every day, teams manage complex medical cases, emotionally charged clients, and fast-paced clinical environments. Add the physical risks…

Finding a mental health professional who truly understands the veterinary field can be difficult. The long hours, emotional toll, ethical stressors, and unique dynamics of vet med aren’t always familiar territory for general practitioners. That gap in understanding can make it harder to open up, harder to feel seen, and harder to get the support…

By Katie Lawlor, Psy.D., Director of NOMV’s VMHS As companion animal parents, we have an extraordinary amount of love to give, and we often find so much of our identity and joy in this role. As a result, when they pass away, we can feel deeply lost, lonely, and scared that life will never be…

By Susie Mitchell, NOMV CLEAR Program Manager Suicide is a painful reality in the veterinary profession. While veterinarians dedicate their lives to healing animals and supporting families, many quietly carry heavy burdens themselves. Studies have shown that veterinarians are at a higher risk of suicide than the general population, a truth that has shaken the…

By Gigi Tsontos, LCSW MPA PCC NOMV Executive Director September 2025 Veterinary medicine is a rewarding profession, but it is also one of the most emotionally demanding. Long hours, client pressures, financial stress, and the weight of caring for sick or dying animals contribute to high levels of burnout and mental health struggles in the…

The well-being of our veterinarians is a topic that deserves our attention. While they dedicate their lives to caring for our beloved animals, veterinarians often face unique challenges that can impact their mental health. Understanding these challenges is crucial for both veterinary professionals and the pet owners who rely on their expertise.     Understanding…