Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Veterinary Medicine, Part II, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice

Book excerpt: In this issue of Veterinary Clinics: Small Animal Practice, guest editor Dr. Christina V. Tran brings her considerable expertise to the topic of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Veterinary Medicine, Part II. Top experts discuss the challenges and opportunities faced by the veterinary profession in meeting the needs of an increasingly diverse client base. A look back at the history of DEI efforts offers context for the ongoing need for systemic and organizational change. Articles also explore the connection between areas such as veterinary education, practice management, access to care, animal welfare, and leadership development in veterinary medicine through the lens of diversity, equity and inclusion. - Contains 11 relevant, practice-oriented topics including addressing access to veterinary care; inclusive mentorship for the next generation of veterinary professionals; caring for the caregivers: supporting the mental health and wellbeing of a diverse veterinary team; diversifying the pipeline of boarded veterinary specialists; intersectionality in veterinary medicine; and more. - Provides in-depth clinical reviews on diversity, equity, and inclusion in veterinary medicine, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. - Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.