Realizing the Residency with Dr. Laura Weintraub
From My Veterinary Life by American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
April 2, 2026 · 26 min
About this episode
Dr. Laura Weintraub discusses her journey through veterinary residency and the importance of mentorship and adaptability in her career.
Dr. Laura Weintraub, a large animal associate veterinarian who recently completed her residency in Large Animal Emergency and Critical Care, is our guest on this week's episode. Dr. Weintraub shares how her transition from student to veterinarian in general practice sparked a desire for deeper learning and academic camaraderie, leading her to pursue a hybrid internship and eventually a residency. Following her advanced training, she has found a great fit as an associate in a practice that prioritizes professional sustainability. Along the way, she highlights the importance of mentorship, adaptability, and keeping an open mind as new opportunities shape an evolving and fulfilling career path. Thank you to our podcast partner CareCredit. You can learn more about Veterinary Patient Financing for Providers through CareCredit by visiting: https://www.carecredit.com/providers/animal-healthcare/ Remember, we want to hear from you! Please be sure to subscribe to our feed on Apple Podcasts and leave us a rating and review. You can also contact us at MVLpodcast@avma.org. Follow us on social media @AVMAVets #MyVetLife #MVLPodcast
People in this episode
Guest: Dr. Laura Weintraub
Topics covered
- veterinary residency
- mentorship
- professional sustainability
- large animal care
- career development
Keywords
- veterinary
- residency
- large animal
- emergency care
- mentorship
- career path
- professional development
Sponsors
CareCredit
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: American Veterinary Medical Association
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