It’s Not Just Physicians and Nurses. Veterinarians Are Burning Out, Too.

April 15, 2022

(Kaiser Health News) – Empathy overload and compassion fatigue affect veterinarians’ mental health. They carry the weight of having to euthanize animals that could be saved but whose owners can’t afford the care. Gervais said her practice euthanizes about five animals every day. Some upset owners become downright abusive when a pet is in distress, berating vets or later bullying them online. (Read More)