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By Gigi Tsontos Veterinary medicine is rewarding—but it’s also one of the most stressful professions. Long hours, emotional strain, and high expectations can lead to burnout, affecting both work and personal life. If your spouse is a veterinarian, you may notice changes in their mood, energy, or engagement. Knowing how to support them can make…

By Kendall Johnson, NOMV Volunteer Coordinator Conflict is an inevitable part of any group of passionate, committed people. When technicians, vets, and support staff care deeply about patients and clients, differing opinions about treatment priorities, workload, or communication with pet owners are bound to surface. Rather than a sign of dysfunction, conflict can be a…

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…