The Five Things Every Early Career Veterinarian Should Know
How did I choose VetMed and what lessons I learned along the way The wild world of Veterinary medicine has so much to offer and there is so much to...
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You’ve worked hard to become a veterinarian and you deserve a rewarding career. In a profession plagued by high burnout, there is a path forward where you can thrive both professionally and financially. Whether you are a veterinarian student, an associate, or practice owner, True Vet Potential gives you the tools and training for a life-time career that delivers true satisfaction.
Today’s veterinarians are better educated and equipped than any generation before them. At the same time, we have never been at a greater risk from psychological stressors including financial issues, working hours and client demands. These challenges are driving vets out of the field in unprecedented numbers that our industry can’t sustain. While the demand for veterinary services is booming, the profession is on the verge of collapse. Many urban and rural communities don’t currently have enough veterinarians to provide the needed care, and the problem is expected to get worse.
The change to our profession begins with us. When we understand the value we bring, we can advocate for a work environment where veterinarians prosper.
You can get the compensation, flexibility, and opportunities you need to have a rewarding, lifetime career as a veterinarian. Our courses will help you establish clear goals and a concrete plan for achieving your True Vet Potential. You will also get coaching on how to overcome the obstacles created by outdated practices and common misconceptions within our industry, with a focus on progressing to practice partnership or ownership.
The veterinary industry is booming, but the profession is hurting. With the high debt and burnout that plagues the profession, more and more veterinarians are hanging up their white coats. Most of these individuals have dreamed about being veterinarians their entire lives and seeing them leave the profession is heartbreaking.
True Vet Potential is here to show all veterinarians that there is a different approach. By making you and your practice successful, we will also help make positive changes to our profession. By ending practices that are driving veterinarians out, we also ensure the industry has the capacity to meet the growing demand for veterinary services, so all animals get the care they need.
Business and leadership training are scarce in veterinary schools. True Vet Potential bridges the gap by teaching students, as well as future and current owners and partners how to run a thriving practice. In addition to being financially successful, a thriving business allows for healthy work-life balance and supports the growth of the team as a whole, as well as developing the talents of each individual.
Veterinarians are among the most caring and passionate people in the world. Pursuing a career in the veterinary field is not driven by the desire to make money but given the amount of training and work we put in, we should not be ashamed to make a good living. In terms of wages, we fall far behind other professions with comparable education requirements. On average, veterinarian’s income is about 60% of what dentists earn, and less than half of what physicians earn. Increasing the income for veterinarians is one component for improving the overall health of our profession and slowing the exodus.
Dr. True chose a career in veterinary medicine because of his love for animals, and a desire to pursue the many entrepreneurial opportunities the field offers. After graduating from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine in 2014, Dr. True became a partner at three hospitals in the Chicagoland area. During that time, he developed expertise in orthopedic surgery and discovered a love for building successful businesses, including the foundational work of developing strong, cohesive teams. His interest in business led Dr. True to pursue a Master’s in Business Administration through the University of Illinois, completing his studies in 2023.
READ MOREDr. True chose a career in veterinary medicine because of his love for animals, and a desire to pursue the many entrepreneurial opportunities the field offers. After graduating from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine in 2014, Dr. True became a partner at three hospitals in the Chicagoland area. During that time, he developed expertise in orthopedic surgery and discovered a love for building successful businesses, including the foundational work of developing strong, cohesive teams. His interest in business led Dr. True to pursue a Master’s in Business Administration through the University of Illinois, completing his studies in 2023.
True Vet Potential unites Dr. True’s love for both veterinary medicine and business development. True Vet Potential also picks up where veterinarian school left off by providing the training and coaching veterinarians need to achieve success through ownership and partnership. Through True Vet’s courses and consulting services, veterinarians gain highly critical business insights and practical knowledge based on real-life experience geared to help veterinarians enjoy long-term success in the field they love. By helping individuals, True Vet Potential advances a secondary goal of bringing about changes in the field of veterinary medicine that will stop the exodus of professionals and create a culture where veterinarians can thrive.
Dr. True and his wife, Lauren, are the proud parents of four young children and two vizslas. Vacations are usually organized around the family’s goal of visiting all the U.S. National Parks. Dr. True is also an avid marathon runner and has recently begun running to raise money for cancer and brain tumor research. When Dr. True was 16 years old, he was diagnosed with a brain tumor, and while the experience doesn’t define him, it gave him a greater appreciation for the many opportunities’ life presents and drives his passion to help others.
For veterinarians seeking individualized support, we also offer one-on-one coaching and consulting. Our team of consultants are highly skilled professionals who offer wide array of expertise in management and organic growth of veterinary hospitals. We offer guidance for every stage of your career:
If you’re in high school or college and are interested in pursuing a career in the field, we can help you get started on the right path. We offer shadowing opportunities, college advice, and guidance when applying to veterinary school. We are here to help you pursue your dreams and show you that it is financially a good decision to pursue veterinary medicine.
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