{"id":1906,"date":"2025-01-17T01:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-01-17T01:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/veterinaryramblings.com\/?post_type=episode&#038;p=1906"},"modified":"2025-01-17T10:29:20","modified_gmt":"2025-01-17T10:29:20","slug":"the-road-to-resilience-balancing-life-and-vet-practice-with-dave-nicol","status":"publish","type":"episode","link":"https:\/\/veterinaryramblings.com\/en_gb\/episode\/the-road-to-resilience-balancing-life-and-vet-practice-with-dave-nicol\/","title":{"rendered":"The Road to Resilience: Balancing Life and Vet Practice with Dave Nicol"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">In this episode, Dr Dave Nicol joins Julian and Mike to share his journey from veterinary practice owner to author and mentor for aspiring vets. Together, they explore the complexities of leadership within veterinary medicine, the vital role of mentorship, and Dr Nicol&#8217;s innovative approach to enhancing both emotional and practical support for new graduates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">The conversation also touches on his passion for triathlons, the importance of rest and recovery, and key considerations in end-of-life care for pets. With a mix of personal stories, professional insights, and Dr Nicol&#8217;s forward-thinking ideas, this episode offers valuable advice on making veterinary practice more sustainable and fulfilling. 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