Podcast A Vet: Stories, Support & Community From Leaders In The Veterinary Field

As you probably know, getting into vet school is no easy task. After years of struggling to find a school, Dr. Sara Sheltren made the alternative choice to accept a spot at ROSS Veterinary School on the island of St. Kitts. The next 3 years were filling with the realities of working in clinics that are not guided by American conveniences. This one of a kind experience led to Sara and her classmates gaining resilience, knowledge, and perseverance that would be hard to come by through traditional schooling. Dr. Sheltren took her expertise and transitioned into working in relief work in Vancouver, Washington. She has mastered the art of ‘freelance veterinarian’ and provides relief to 6+ clinics in the Vancouver, WA area. Dr. Sheltren talks about stress, finances, how and what to prioritize when working in the industry and the challenges and rewards of leaving your comfort zone. If you are considering a career in relief work, have an interest in ROSS Veterinary school and island living, or are just looking for so