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Question 24 of 25 for our Veterinary School MMI Mock Interview

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Question 24 of 25

What do you think are one or two current issues that the field of veterinary medicine is facing?

"Outside of well-known issues like burnout among those in the profession and known worker shortages, I think there are a couple of hot-button practice items that will be fascinating to see progress during my time in veterinary school and when I get into practice. The first would be telemedicine in veterinary care. Seeing how healthcare has fully evolved into telemedicine options for many aspects of care, I recently read how veterinary practices are beginning to adopt virtual care for things like post-operative follow-ups and diagnosing simple issues with pets. Knowing that pet owners will be more and more open to this when I get into practice, I'm excited to see how health monitoring and mobile health services will advance because I'm very interested in both. I think another less thought-about issue in the field is how social media can negatively influence a private practice. I've heard about cases where veterinarians are being attacked online when they try to engage their clients on social media sites in good faith. This issue goes well beyond this field, but I want you to know that all of my social media accounts are professional."

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How to Answer: What do you think are one or two current issues that the field of veterinary medicine is facing?

Advice and answer examples written specifically for a Veterinary School MMI job interview.

  • 24. What do you think are one or two current issues that the field of veterinary medicine is facing?

      Why the Interviewer Asks This Question

      Knowing current events and happenings in the veterinary medicine field will be one important piece that the veterinary school you are interviewing with will want to gauge among their top candidates. It shows your passion and interest in the field and the work you will doing for years to come. Ensuring their students are passionate and knowledgeable is important when considering who to accept into their program.

      Written by Ryan Brunner on May 3rd, 2023

      Tips

      You can expect to be asked about current events in veterinary medicine during your veterinary school multiple mini interview process. Here is where your research ahead of your interview will be vital in displaying your knowledge and passion during your interview. Be sure to look at some journals, books, and websites before your interview on hot-button items in the field before your interview.

      Written by Ryan Brunner on May 3rd, 2023

      How to Answer

      Based on your research, discuss what you feel are the biggest issues in the field. This is an open-ended question to give your opinion, but be sure to back your thoughts up with the information you have researched. If possible, discuss how the issues could impact you as a veterinary student and future veterinarian in practice.

      Written by Ryan Brunner on May 3rd, 2023

      Answer Example

      "Outside of well-known issues like burnout among those in the profession and known worker shortages, I think there are a couple of hot-button practice items that will be fascinating to see progress during my time in veterinary school and when I get into practice. The first would be telemedicine in veterinary care. Seeing how healthcare has fully evolved into telemedicine options for many aspects of care, I recently read how veterinary practices are beginning to adopt virtual care for things like post-operative follow-ups and diagnosing simple issues with pets. Knowing that pet owners will be more and more open to this when I get into practice, I'm excited to see how health monitoring and mobile health services will advance because I'm very interested in both. I think another less thought-about issue in the field is how social media can negatively influence a private practice. I've heard about cases where veterinarians are being attacked online when they try to engage their clients on social media sites in good faith. This issue goes well beyond this field, but I want you to know that all of my social media accounts are professional."

      Written by Ryan Brunner on May 4th, 2023

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