Mentorship

Despite its many benefits to both parties, mentoring in the veterinary profession is significantly underutilized. It's common for junior vets to feel intimidated or unsure when interacting with more senior colleagues, just as it's common for experienced vets to worry that mentoring will take up too much time and provide too-little benefit (to themselves or their practice).

However, there is plenty of evidence that inexperienced vets improve and build confidence by working with experienced, successful vets. In turn, those closer relationships lead to better working environments and stronger overall practices. The challenge arises in knowing what comprises a good mentor/mentee match and how to create an environment that values mentorship and ongoing on-the-job education. 

The Maggie T Foundation is dedicated to filling the mentorship gaps for new and inexperienced veterinarians by providing them not only with access to great mentors, but also to resources that can help them identify potential mentors and position the mentor/mentee relationship for maximum success.