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by Michael W. Miller, DVM

How many of us would be in veterinary medicine if someone didn’t reach down to pull us into this profession?  I owe my career to the first veterinarian who hired me as a part-time kennel technician before I even knew what a heartworm test was! After getting seasick on a deep-sea fishing trip my first semester of college and switching my career path from marine biology to pre-vet, I was desperate to spend time at a veterinary hospital.  I learned so much that first summer, but most importantly was the unexplainable gut feeling that this was where I belonged. I am so thankful that vet gave me a chance. [Read more…] about Reach Down, Reach Up

by Dr. Andy Roark, DVM

I have a friend who dreamed of doing a veterinary residency. During her internship (a one-year program which, for some, serves as vetting for residencies), my friend — like a lot of first-year doctors — struggled with insecurities and doubts. She didn’t want to “get anything wrong,” and she dealt with that by frequently asking for advice, input, and reassurance on her cases.  [Read more…] about 6 Ways to Criticize with Kindness

by Dr. Brandon Thornberry, DVM

I have a strong feeling that when someone wants to share advice with you, they are really just asking for an opportunity to share some hard-earned wisdom with a previous version of themselves.  [Read more…] about 5 Tips To Bring Out The Innovator In You

by Dr. Maureen Noftsinger, DVM

I have to admit that I didn’t know much about Andy Roark or anyone else in the Uncharted community before being added to the Facebook page. I received an email about the conference and it appealed to me. I am in that stage of my life where I am trying to do things differently by embracing change and acknowledging that I needed to grow both personally and professionally. I have been on a personal development journey over the past four years.  I didn’t feel there was anyone in veterinary medicine with this mindset.  So, I signed up to attend the Spring conference with great anticipation.  [Read more…] about A Newbie's Reaction to Her First Uncharted Conference

Feeling lost in your career in veterinary medicine? Check out this video to find guidance. [Read more…] about Do You Feel Lost in Your Vet Med Career?