Ep 243: Feedback in Veterinary Medicine: The Key to Growth and Success, with Garth Robillard — Part 1

The 'So You're A Vet... Now What?' Podcast

In this episode of "So You're a Vet... Now What?" host Dr. Moriah McCauley is joined by Garth Robillard, a third-year vet student and host of the Veterinary Vibes podcast. Together, they dive into Garth's experiences as a vet student, focusing on the transition from didactic learning to clinical practice. They discuss how this shift can reignite passion for veterinary medicine and the importance of applying knowledge in real-world settings.

This episode is part one of a two-part series where Dr. Moriah and Garth Robillard cover a lot of ground. Join us next week for part two of their conversation.

Garth Robillard is a podcast host and third-year veterinary student

with a deep passion for animals and a strong commitment to promoting excellence in the field. As a student immersed in the world of veterinary care, Garth is excited to lead insightful discussions and interviews with industry experts, and dedicated to delivering engaging and informative content to our audience. As a passionate advocate for animals and their well-being, Garth realized that behind every medical case and every treatment, there are stories of dedication, compassion, and resilience that deserve to be heard. To create a space where veterinary students and professionals can share their journeys, challenges, and triumphs Garth started the Veterinary Vibes Podcast. Ultimately, Garth’s aspiration is twofold: to inspire those considering this remarkable vocation and to bolster the spirits of those who are already an integral part of it.

Episode Outline

[00:02:06] Clinical year experiences in vet school.

[00:03:46] NAVLI pass rate decline.

[00:09:54] NAVLI exam preparation challenges.

[00:12:10] Critical reasoning in exams.

[00:16:29] Veterinary education and preparedness.

[00:20:27] Learning outside veterinary school.

[00:22:00] Didactic vs. Tactile Learning.

[00:26:11] The importance of feedback.

[00:28:36] Feedback in vet school.

Episode Links

Listen to Garth’s podcast, Veterinary Vibes: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/veterinary-vibes/

Connect with Garth Robillard on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garth-robillard-23516a174

Follow the Veterinary Vibes podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/VeterinaryVibes

Discover more from Garth Robillard: https://linktr.ee/veterinaryvibespodcast

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