Vet Life Reimagined
Many have dreamed to enter veterinary medicine, and at the same time so many veterinary professionals love the field but feel "stuck" in their careers. Vet Life Reimagined was created to show that there are more possibilites than we often realize. Each week, host Dr. Megan Sprinkle, sits down with veterinarians, veterinary technicians, students, and leaders who share their real stories - the detours, doubts, and discoveries that shaped their career paths.
The podcast is a space to explore what's possible, find encouragement from others who've been there, and spark ideas for your own next step. Whether you're seeking inspiration, mentorship, or simply reassurance that you're not alone, Vet Life Reimagined offers conversations that help veterinary professionals thrive in both work and life.
Vet Life Reimagined
When Pets Fly (Dr. Nelva Bryant, DVM, MPH)
Nelva Bryant attended Cornell for veterinary school (1993 grad) and found she loved pathology. She served in the Army including service with the CDC. She has her Master of Public Health (MPH). She is now Delta Air Lines' first staff veterinarian, which combines many aspects of her background including clinical experience, regulations, and government connections. She created the When Pets Fly Facebook Group to help answer pet owners' questions about transporting and traveling with pets.
Nelva has many fun stories to tell about animal transportation!
In this episode, you learn
- The diversity of career opportunities possible especially with an MPH
- What to know about animals traveling in air transportation, especially the role of the veterinary health team
- "Snakes on a plane" is a real thing ... (just not what you may think)
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