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Wildlife Veterinary Internship in Kruger National Park, South Africa
Categories: Externships, Opportunities, Paid Training Courses, Wildlife, Wildlife
I share all the details about my two-week vet student internship with the wildlife veterinarians of Kruger National Park. It’s a surprisingly cheap way to get an incredible training experience!
UVP 006: One Health & Wildlife Veterinarian Dr. Cheryl Scott
Categories: Mentors, Uncommon Veterinarian Podcast, Wildlife, Wildlife
I interview wildlife veterinarian Dr. Cheryl Scott in this episode. Dr. Scott practiced as a nurse for 10 years before becoming a veterinarian and has continued to pursue her “one health” goals ever since!
A Wedding + Networking 101 = Good Trip Home
Categories: Externships, Mentors, Networking, Wildlife, Wildlife
I’m doing a lot of thinking these days about what my own next step will be professionally. A recent trip back to the States gave me the opportunity to meet with several mentors and explore my options!
UVP 005: Zoo & Wildlife Veterinarian Dr. Carlos Sanchez
Categories: Mentors, Uncommon Veterinarian Podcast, Wildlife, Wildlife, Zoo, Zoo
I interview Dr. Carlos Sanchez, a senior associate veterinarian at the Fort Worth Zoo. We discuss career paths for zoo & wildlife veterinarians and also explore zoological training programs for foreign veterinary graduates.
The Rhino With Glue-On Shoes: A Book Review
Categories: Inspiration, Reading, Wildlife, Zoo
Read my personal review of this appealing compilation of true stories written by a variety of veterinarians who work in the zoo and wildlife fields.
Reptile Veterinary Internship with the Turtle Conservancy
Categories: Externships, Opportunities, Wildlife
Learn about a funded internship experience available for pre-vet and veterinary students interested in working with turtles & tortoises in southern California.
UVP 003: Wildlife Veterinarian Dr. Mike Cranfield
Categories: Jobs, My Book, Opportunities, Uncommon Veterinarian Podcast, Wildlife
I interview Dr. Mike Cranfield, wildlife veterinarian and co-director of the Gorilla Doctors. We discuss educational paths and career options for vets in zoo and wildlife medicine, conservation, and research.
Job Available Now: Elephant Veterinarian in Laos
Categories: Externships, Jobs, Opportunities, Wildlife, Wildlife
Check out this opportunity to volunteer your veterinary skills in the care of elephants in Laos. All living expenses covered. No previous elephant experience required.