Knowledge Corner: Understanding Veterinarian Wellbeing and Mental Health: The Merck Animal Health Wellbeing Study III

Mental health, wellbeing and suicide continue to be challeging issues facing the veterinary profession. This presentation reveals results of the third Merck Animal Health Wellbeing Study, conducted in partnership wtih AVMA and Brakke Consulting. These data result from a representative survey of veterinarians on the topics of wellbeing and mental health, and compares the results to two previous studies conducted earlier. The new study also has includes a deeper understanding of the impact of the COVID pandemic, a deeper understanding of burnout and its causes, and an understanding of what research tells us about how veterinarians can enjoy a more fulfilling, happier career.  This presentation also looks at the wellbeing of the veterinary staff for the first time.