Category: Replays

In this career Q & A, Paul Wood, a highly experienced and passionate veterinarian, shares his insights and thoughts on the importance of embracing the educational elements of all our roles in the veterinary industry. With his extensive background as a farm clinician and his current role as the Programme Director for the BVSci veterinary degree at SRUC Aberdeen, Paul has gained a wealth of knowledge and experience in veterinary education and training.

During the talk, Paul encourages attendees to come to the VetEd conference, which is a valuable event for veterinarians to learn and share their knowledge with colleagues from all over the world. We discuss how the conference offers opportunities for veterinarians to network, discover new research, and learn about innovative approaches to teaching and learning.

As someone who has always enjoyed teaching and supporting staff throughout his career, Paul’s passion for mentoring and supporting students is reflected in his part-time PhD research, which is focused on preparing veterinary students for the various transitions in their training.

Overall, this career talk with Paul Wood is an informative and inspiring session, as he shares his extensive experience and encourages veterinarians to embrace the educational elements of their roles and to continue learning and growing throughout their careers

About Paul:

I graduated from the RVC in 2005 and then spent time working in various clinics across the whole range of species. I then completed an MSc in Wild Animal Health before joing the RVC as a farm clinician. Throughout my career as a vet I have always enjoyed teaching students and supporting staff, so after 14 years working as a clinical farm vet across 3 universities (and a brief foray into industry) I took the decision to step completely into an academic role at R(D)SVS. I have recently joined the new team at SRUC Aberdeen as Programme Director for the BVSci veterinary degree and am relishing the opportunity to join this enterprise at the start. My passion in teaching, support and mentoring is echoed in the topic of my part time PhD looking at preparing veterinary students for the various transitions in their training. I am also excited to be part of the VetEd2023 organising committee as VetEd is a conference that I have always highly valued and enjoyed.

Come and watch back this Interview the Team session where we learn all about the Parliamentary Veterinary Internship and what it’s like to really influence wider society with regards to animal health and welfare.

This is a fantastic stepping stone role alongside one of the ultimate stay/go/diversify vets in the UK Lord Sandy Trees. The internship offers the chance to work at the House of Lords alongside the sole veterinarian in the House of Lords, Professor the Lord Trees (who is incredibly supportive). It offers a personal insight into veterinary policy and the parliamentary process; a chance for those interested in policy making and the roles of veterinarians in society to develop new skills and provides a unique career development opportunity.
Some amazing people in this community have done this role which have led to awesome squiggly careers!

Replay the interview with Professor The Lord Trees and current intern Dr Harriet Davenport (as well as their current funded EMS student Luke!)

What thoughts does being a poultry vet conjure up? Then watch this session, because it’s going to change your perspectives a little and if nothing else, it’s a spirited discussion!

If you’re bored and done with calving cows, frustrated by short consults in small animal work that don’t allow you to build lasting client relationships or even if you really fancy being part of the most dynamic and progressive sector in UK farming, then watch back this session.

Margaret Hardy, Nathan Hiom and Charlotte Cole from the independent St David’s Poultry Team chat to Adrian as we explore the realities of being a poultry vet and talk about the roles they have available in Herefordshire, North Yorkshire and Co Monaghan in Ireland.

We explore a day in the life of a poultry vet, what a ‘dynamic and progressive farming sector’ means, how the team at St Davids manage their people, business and customers nationwide and what a career in poultry practice could lead to. And in Margaret’s case, an MBE for services to the poultry industry as a key influencer position in Brexit for Northern Ireland.

Watch back this panel with successful veterinary authors Dr’s Cherice Roth, Michael Burg, and Emily Singler. Each has taken a totally different path to get to their published book, and we explore what it takes, how it happened, and of course, their career paths. If you’ve ever been curious about how to write a book and get it published, you’ll want to watch!

Cost: FREE

Imagine if you could co-design your role in education. Imagine having a dedicated veterinary coach during your undergrad years, who provides regular one-to-one professional coaching, personal mentorship, and structured guidance as you navigate the varied landscapes of workplace-based learning and transition into the profession. Sounds great, right?

Harper Keele is building just that with the launch of a new role in veterinary education: the Veterinary Professional Preceptor. Join the Director of Veterinary Education, Mike Cathcart, and guests for an interactive Preceptor Conceptualization Event and help define a new role in undergrad education.

So, what is a Veterinary Professional Preceptor? It is a close developmental relationship between an experienced and knowledgeable individual (the preceptor) and a learner (the preceptee). A period of preceptorship is a concept that is well-established in medical allied health professions to support graduates as they make the transition from student to autonomous professional (Health Education England). We want to extend this construct to the undergraduate stage and place the emphasis on holistic professional development that extends beyond the clinical floor.

Join us Live on 20th March to refine the job role, discuss the benefits and development packages you would like to see, and explore flexible working options. You’ll also learn about what new vet schools are doing to build the vets of the future, and have the opportunity to share your ideas on student enhancement.

Their company profile and job advert will be coming soon so keep an eye out!

Compassion is the foundation of understanding and connecting with others. Trainee Clinical Psychologist Sarah recognised this and sought to continue the impressive research conducted by Specialist Clinical Psychologist Katherine in 2022. Together with Vet Megan Davis, they are conducting a research project that investigates the effectiveness of a two-week compassionate imagery course in reducing negative feelings of self-criticism and work-related anxiety among vets and vet students. Join us as we explore the vital role of compassion in promoting kindness and well-being, not only towards others but most importantly, towards ourselves. Embracing the power of compassion can truly enhance our careers and enrich our lives.

Join this discussion to hear about:

• Career collaborations in vet and human health
• Up-to-date research supporting veterinary mental health
• Ways you can get involved to help develop useful mental health resources
• How to get involved in their workshop at BSAVA Conference this year

The study is open to all vets and vet students worldwide. Those who want to participate can express their interest here. Participation involves completing an initial survey and watching short videos (10-15 minutes) daily for two weeks (you may not be immediately chosen for this), during which you will also be required to complete a short exercise. After completing the video series, you will receive a follow-up survey, as well as a survey at 4 and 8 weeks post-intervention. 

You may also want to check out Katherine’s preliminary study from 2022, entitled ‘Feasibility and efficacy of an online compassion-focused imagery intervention for veterinarian self-reassurance, self-criticism and perfectionism‘.

Kirsten is Lead consulting vet and brand ambassador for ManyPets Pet Insurance. She also keeps her hands in the clinic as a small animal locum and continues to foster bonds with the veterinary community through her platform Vet Redefined.

Katie is passionate about opening conversations up around imposter syndrome and self-doubt following her own experiences in the veterinary profession, and trained as a certified coach with further study in a number of areas, as well as publishing a series of books. Katie grew a following of over 18,000 across social media as @katiefordvet, and is an international and keynote speaker.

Kieran is Clinical Director at Eastcott Referrals. He is a Diplomate of both the American and European colleges and an RCVS Recognised Specialist. He has published widely grew a following of over 10,000 on Instagram as @vet_cardio_ and regularly shares cases and discussions.

Come and hear about their careers and the ways they have leveraged social media for good too. 

Join Sara and Andrew as we chat through their careers as vets working with pigs and poultry.

Sara qualified as a vet from the University of Barcelona in 1998 and has gone on to earn a Masters in Science and a Certificate in Poultry Medicine and Production. She became a director at Poultry Health Services (PHS) in 2016. She has consulted around the world, written articles for scientific poultry magazines and chairs poultry meetings on a regular basis.

Andrew qualified from the university of Nottingham and joined Garth Vets straight out of university as a Veterinary Intern in October 2019. Andrew has a keen interest in herd health management and disease control but enjoys all aspects of pig production. Outside of work Andrew enjoys clay pigeon shooting, reading and cycling.