You Were New Once Too

She walks in on her first day, stethoscope in hand.

Her eyes hold a mix of excitement and anxiety.

For you, it’s a mix of hope and... a little bit of dread.

You’re thinking about the support, the training, and the time it will take to get her up to speed.

She’s a new graduate, and right now, she feels more like a weight than a win.

But remember that was once you on your first day.

Another vet invested in you, and you became an invaluable asset to the practice.

With the right support system, the doctor standing in your lobby today could be your most loyal, skilled colleague tomorrow.

Think of mentorship not as extra work, but as a smart investment.
It’s the key to growing your practice from the inside out.

Mentorship with new doctors:

• Improves retention and reduces turnover costs.

• Builds a stronger team culture rooted in support and shared growth.

• Helps protect your schedule long-term by adding a capable, confident doctor to your team.

Don’t just hire a new grad; invest in a future leader.

To help you get started, I’ve put together a Resource Library with tools for training, onboarding, and mentoring new team members.