(CHICAGO, Illinois) Oct. 25, 2021 – “Chats with the Chatfields” is excited to announce the launch of a recurring segment within
their hit podcast. The Chatfields have partnered with the AVMA Trust to bring listeners “V’s
View from Vet School.” This monthly recurring segment will follow Veronica, a veterinary
student, as she takes the journey to become a veterinarian.
Veronica has a unique pre-vet school background: She is a non-traditional student with
previous experience working in public health epidemiology, as a forensic analyst for a law
enforcement agency, as a veterinary technician, and in private sector industry. Her perspective
is anything but boring!
Once each month, “V” will share her thoughts on current events, her studies, and interesting
veterinary school happenings as part of the regular episode. Pet lovers and veterinarians alike
will be entertained with this peek into the mystery that is veterinary training.
Becoming a veterinarian still ranks high in career-path surveys of young people across the
nation and, given the focus on zoonotic diseases and emerging infectious diseases, public
interest in the veterinary profession could continue to see increased interest.1 Communication
between pet lovers and veterinarians is key to providing animals the opportunity to live their
best lives; and insight into the training and process that creates today’s veterinary medical
professionals can only enhance communication among the care team.2 Vet students around the
world will be entertained (and perhaps comforted) hearing that their experience in the grueling
veterinary training is a shared one.
About "Chats with the Chatfields"
Created and co-hosted by twin zoo veterinarians Dr. Jenifer and Dr. Jason Chatfield, “Chats with
the Chatfields” provides a unique brand of edu-tainment that appeals to both pet lovers and
veterinarians. The show brings animal folks and veterinary professionals together in interesting
and authentic conversations about diverse issues. Thought leaders and business leaders alike
find their way into the “Chat Room” to tackle such topics as cryptocurrency, antimicrobial
resistance, the medicine of bees, and much more – all mixed with down-to-earth perspectives
and laughter. Known for both their veterinary-science smarts and humorous banter, this
dynamic sibling duo created the world’s fist veterinary podcast to be a finalist for the People’s
Choice Podcast Awards. Find more about these unique siblings in a recent profile by Pet Vet
magazine.
Find “Chats with the Chatfields” on the show website, YouTube channel, and on all the major
podcast apps, including Apple podcasts, Spotify, Pandora, and Stitcher.
About the AVMA Trust
The AVMA Trust, through AVMA LIFE and AVMA PLIT, offers unparalleled insurance programs
and other services to AVMA member veterinarians. From business and professional insurance,
to life insurance and disability, and now retirement planning and employee benefits, the Trust
is here to protect and support veterinarians and their families at every stage of their personal
and professional lives.
The AVMA Trust demonstrates its commitment to the future of the veterinary profession by
providing complimentary life insurance and student liability insurance to eligible SAVMA
members, supporting student organizations and events, and offering both on-site and virtual
educational sessions to help prepare students for real-world practice.
Contact
info@chatfieldshow.com
StephanieBlaser@avmalife.com