BEING A SUCCESSFUL VETERINARIAN Prof Olanike K. Adeyemo, FCVSN, FAAS, FAS Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research, Innovation & Strategic Partnerships)
DEFINITION OF TERMS VETERINARY FUNCTIONS OPPORTUNITIES IN VETERINARY MEDICINE Government Other Employers of Veterinarians Private Practice RUNNING A SUCCESFUL PRIVATE PRACTICE INGREDIENTS FOR SUCCESS TIPS FOR SUSTAINED SUCCESS PRESENTATION OUTLINE
Favorable or desired outcome; also: the attainment of wealth, favor, or eminence-merriam Webster (online dictionary) A personal sense of achievement which may be caused by a variety of things but usually is a set of standards foisted on individuals by society. SUCCESS
Pertaining to the care of animal health and preservation of human health through animal health care. Also, Veterinarian one who is dedicated to caring for the health and well-being of animals and understands the interdependent relationships between animals, humans and the environment. VETERINARY/VETERINARIAN
Promoting animal health and welfare. Combating zoonotic diseases. Inspecting livestock and foodprocessing procedures to ensure safety of food supply. Preserving and conserving wildlife. VETERINARIAN-FUNCTIONS
Conducting scientific research that impacts the food we eat, the medicine we take, etc. Educating the public about diseases that can be spread from animals to humans VETERINARIAN-FUNCTIONS
There are 10 Vet schools in Nigeria There are about 70,000 Veterinarians in Nigeria 75% of veterinarians are employed in private practice 25% of veterinarians are in Government or other employment SOME STATISTICS
Clinical practice: Veterinary Teaching Hospitals as registrars and Consultants with different areas of specialization Biomedical research: Research Institutes; Develop and test vaccines, serums and other biological agents. OPPORTUNITIES IN VETERINARY MEDICINE-GOVERNMENT
Education: Universities & other tertiary Institutions (Medical Schools Agricultural Schools) Ministries, Departments and Agencies: Veterinary officers etc, Public Health and Regulatory agencies, Production, NAFDAC, NAQS OPPORTUNITIES IN VETERINARY MEDICINE-GOVERNMENT
Livestock farms Pharmaceutical Industries Nigeria Armed Forces Nigeria Police Force Nigeria Custom Service Immigration Services Nigeria Prison Services Banks and Insurance Non-profits/Non-Governmental Organization- International Agencies-FAO, WHO, IBAR etc OPPORTUNITIES IN VETERINARY MEDICINE-OTHER EMPLOYER OF VETERINARIANS
This usually entails a start up/entrepreneurship on a small or large scale Areas of interest of the individual will determine what the scope of the business. Small Animal Clinics Poultry Consultancy Large Animal Consultancy, including Equine OPPORTUNITIES IN VETERINARY MEDICINE- PRIVATE PRACTICE
Aquatic and Wildlife practice Pet Sales Pet product sales Diagnostics Animal Production OPPORTUNITIES IN VETERINARY MEDICINE- PRIVATE PRACTICE
Location is directly proportional to Pricing: Determine your clientele reach Sustained revenue source: make your practice indispensable through qualitative service and added value Bring in Technology: Electronic medical record (EMR) software to devote more time and energy to practice RUNNING A SUCCESSFUL PRIVATE PRACTICE
Improve Your Client's Experience: parking, water in the waiting room, followup phone calls Integrity: be forthright about charges, you can only fool someone once and focus on your core strength/discipline Remain in good standing with regulatory bodies like the VCN and NVMA RUNNING A SUCCESSFUL PRIVATE PRACTICE
Favorable or desired outcome; also: the attainment of wealth, favor, or eminence-merriam Webster (online dictionary) A personal sense of achievement which may be caused by a variety of things but usually is a set of standards foisted on individuals by society. SUCCESS
Not peculiar to Veterinary medicine Vision Sound knowledge Focus Determination Hard work Tenacity Discipline Passion INGREDIENTS FOR SUCCESS
Life-long Learning: aim of improving knowledge, skills and competences Effective Problem Solving Skill: Analytical Ability Lateral Thinking-indirect and creative approach Initiative Logical Reasoning TIPS FOR SUSTAINED SUCCESS
Team Player: put aside personal goals and work towards the upliftment of the Veterinary profession Creative Innovation: ability to think and act in ways that are new and novel thinking creatively about something that already exists TIPS FOR SUSTAINED SUCCESS
Networking: interact with others to exchange information and develop professional or social contacts Be proactive: Keep abreast of opportunities Ultimately, no one can stop you buy YOURSELF TIPS FOR SUSTAINED SUCCESS
DARE TO WORK HARD
SUCCESS
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