According to Melody Martínez, CVT, it's essential to recognize when to step back from veterinary medicine and explore new directions.
"You don't have to go away 100%. You can find where you feel more satisfied,"
Martínez, executive director of the Multicultural Veterinary Medical Association, discusses the importance of acknowledging when veterinary technicians may feel ready to leave or take a break from the profession.
"I want to tell people, if you're done with this profession, that's okay too. I don't want to give [the] advice that you should power through even when you're done and you can't do it anymore."
Martínez emphasizes that it's crucial to prioritize one's well-being and explore new opportunities when feeling unsatisfied with the profession.
Author's summary: Exploring options beyond veterinary medicine.