The Anxious Achiever Pressure, Perfectionism, and Passion: What Medical Professionals Face
Dec 20, 2023
Veterinarian Molly McAllister and hematologist Dr. Ariela Marshall discuss the challenges faced by medical professionals, including compassion fatigue, the impact of the pandemic, setting boundaries, trauma-informed leadership, pressure and perfectionism in the medical system, and navigating the path to success and happiness.
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Vet Availability
- Molly McAllister gets texts from strangers asking for veterinary advice.
- This highlights the public's unique perception of vets' constant availability for compassion.
Veterinary Burnout
- Veterinary work is emotionally demanding, leading to burnout and compassion fatigue.
- The system often selects for perfectionists, exacerbating these challenges.
Vet Finances
- Veterinary school debt rivals medical school debt, but vet salaries are lower.
- This creates a challenging debt-to-income ratio, impacting well-being and diversity efforts.