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Lessons From A Life Of Purpose and Compassion | CNN Hero Of The Year, Dr. Kwane Stewart aka "The Street Vet"

Dec 20, 2023
01:07:04
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Dr. Kwane Stewart, CNN Hero Of The Year, shares his journey providing free veterinary care for pets of people living without homes. He discusses the emotional toll of working in animal shelters and navigating his own mental health challenges. Kwane's story highlights resilience, purpose, and the impact of one person. It also explores the strong bond between homeless individuals and their pets, discussing acts of kindness and creating a platform for compassionate care.
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Quick takeaways

  • Providing free veterinary care to unhoused pets brings purpose and hope to marginalized individuals.
  • Veterinarians in the profession face high suicide rates due to the emotional toll of euthanasia, emphasizing the need for mental health support.

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The Power of Purpose in Veterinary Care

Dr. Kwan Stewart, a veterinarian and co-founder of Project StreetVet, shares his journey from feeling burnt out in the profession to finding a new purpose. After encountering a homeless man with a sick dog, Dr. Stewart realized the importance of providing free veterinary care to the neediest pets. He experienced firsthand how pets can bring purpose and hope to marginalized individuals. Inspired by this encounter, Dr. Stewart dedicated himself to helping unhoused pet owners and co-founded Project StreetVet. This work not only transformed the lives of the pets but also provided a lifeline of purpose to their owners.

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