109 Christmas shifts

109 Christmas shifts

Author: The Royal Veterinary College December 20, 2019 Duration: 46:25

It is that time of the year when many people are winding down for the holidays though often in our professional team the work not only continues though often gets busier. Joining Brian and myself in the studio we are joined by Ruth Serlin a lecturer here at the RVC in Veterinary Professionalism. We take a windy road in our discussion about looking after yourself and your team during this time. We also discuss an approach to euthanasia, pet bereavement and certain aspects of communication. There are certainly a few sensitive topics in this podcast, though something that all our veterinary teams have to manage daily. However, if you are struggling at this time of year, or any time of year please contact Vetlife, the Samaritans or other charity organisation helplines. We hope that you manage to have some down time during this holiday period and are looking forward to the New Year. Happy holidays, look after yourself and each other.

Vetlife: https://www.vetlife.org.uk Tel(UK):0303 040 2551

Samaritans: https://www.samaritans.org Tel(UK): 116 123 Tel(USA): 1 (800) 273-TALK

https://thesamaritans.org.au Tel(Aus) 135 247

http://www.samaritans.org.nz Tel(NZ) 0800 726 666

Resources in the USA: https://www.avma.org/resources/wellbeing/get-help

Some websites of interest in relation to pet bereavement:

https://www.rspca.org.uk/adviceandwelfare/pets/bereavement
https://www.bluecross.org.uk/pet-bereavement-and-pet-loss
https://www.theralphsite.com

If you have any comments about this podcast, plese get in touch: email dbarfield@rvc.ac.uk; tweet @dombarfield. We would greatly appreciate your time to rate us on Apple podcast or Acast and kindly write us a review.


Hosted by Dominic Barfield, with technical support from Brian Cox, Veterinary Clinical Podcasts from The Royal Veterinary College opens a direct channel to the minds of its faculty and specialist clinicians. Each episode delves into clinically relevant material designed to be immediately useful, whether you're in a busy practice, on a farm visit, or preparing for a challenging case. The conversations are grounded in real-world science and medicine, stripping away the academic formality to focus on what truly matters for animal care. You might find yourself listening during a commute or between appointments, gaining practical insights that bridge the gap between theory and daily veterinary work. This podcast doesn't cater to just one experience level; it offers valuable perspectives for those taking their first steps in the profession as well as seasoned practitioners looking to refresh or deepen their knowledge. The Royal Veterinary College leverages its expertise to create a resource that feels like an ongoing, informal seminar, covering the nuances and evolving discussions within veterinary medicine. It’s a consistent source of professional development, delivered in a conversational format that makes complex topics accessible and engaging.
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