Suggested Year-One Skills for Newly-Qualified Brazilian Veterinary Surgeons

As a Briton who has graduated as a mature student in Brazil as a Veterinary Surgeon, thought I would point out some tips for you.

First of all, for Brazilian students, you leave vets' school thinking that you don't know much.  But did you know that, by the British standards that you admire so much, your learning is specific, measureable, achieveable, realistic and timely?  I am talking about SMART objectives.  It's worth your while researching what these are and how you may use them to your advantage.

And did you know that you can plan your evolution as a first-year veterinarian, that is, as a 'New Grad'?

British newly-qualified veterinary surgeons are actively engaged in learning on the job, and you should be, too.

So put the mobile 'phone down.

Leave 'Whatsapp' alone for a few hours.

Learn Venipuncture

Learn what is meant by 'changing a dressing'.

Learn physical contention of dogs and cats - not usually a problem.

Don't expect your colleagues to treat you like a 'proper vet'.

A bit 'chato', this advice, maybe, but I stand by it.

'Bye for now.