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Five years ago the Western College for Veterinary Medicine created the position of veterinarian social worker to help those in the industry cope with stress.
Tri-State vet explains why suicide rate in profession is so high
Dr. Stephanie Burk says small gestures can make a big difference, even if it’s just saying “thank you.”
Tri-State vet explains why suicide rate in profession is so high By Jessica Schmidt | March 11, 2021 at 9:24 PM EST - Updated March 11 at 10:51 PM
MIDDLETOWN, Ohio (FOX19) - Veterinarians in the Cincinnati area and beyond are working with an international non-profit to bring attention to mental health, as studies have shown that the suicide rate among veterinarians is alarmingly high.
Dr. Stephanie Burk at the Western Hills Veterinary Clinic in Middletown has been a veterinarian for 33 years. Although she believes saving animals is incredibly rewarding, she also believes the long hours, crippling student loan debt and social isolation that come with the job can be difficult to handle.