Ep 57: To Choose a Vet Speciality or Not

To choose a vet specialty or not to choose a vet specialty? That’s the question that Dr. Mike and Dr. Scott are setting out to answer today. If you’re a veterinary student who cannot decide on becoming a generalist versus a veterinary specialist, this episode is for you. Tune in as the vets discuss the many considerations involved with becoming a veterinary specialist, if personality traits drive veterinary students into general practice or specialty, and the idea that focusing on a veterinary specialty maybe pigeonholing your opportunities.

• [1:25] What’s The Better Decision?

• [2:49] Things you need to take into consideration when becoming a veterinary specialist

• [5:23] What kept Dr. Mike from pursuing a specialty?

• [6:17] Are vets more likely to go into a specialty based on their personality types?

• [11:37] Are you limiting yourself by becoming a specialist?

• [15:21] What you need to know about becoming a general practitioner

• [18:14] Giving yourself room to make change even if you choose to become a veterinary specialist

• [20:21] Which residency Dr. Mike would choose if he had to complete a residency tomorrow

Episode Cocktail: The Better Decision

• 1.5 oz Gin

• 3/4 oz Cappelletti

• 1/2 oz Fresh Lemon Juice

• 1/2 oz Simple Syrup

• Garnish: Orange Twist