Relief Veterinarians: Freedom, Burnout, and Boundaries - Dr. Andrew Ciccolini

Relief work has grown quickly in veterinary medicine, and this episode dives into why more vets are choosing it, where burnout can show up, and how to build a sustainable path if relief is on your radar. Meredith and Joe talk with Dr. Andrew Ciccolini of Colorado State University and Serenity Vet. • More veterinarians are choosing relief work than in years past • Why vets are drawn to relief: flexibility, autonomy, variety, and higher pay potential • Common burnout drivers: overcommitting shifts, unpredictable income, taxes/admin work, and isolation • Why a financial plan matters before going full-time relief • Tips for success: boundaries, skill-building, and knowing your numbers • Andrew’s best advice: be okay with being okay Resources: • Burnout in Relief Veterinary Practice whitepaper: https://serenity.vet/burnout-study-am... • Andrew Ciccolini on Instagram: @okay_vet (  / okay_vet  ) • Andrew Ciccolini on LinkedIn:   / ac-dvm   • Serenity.vet: https://serenity.vet Interested in financial planning built for veterinarians? Learn more or book a free intro call at allvetfinancial.com (http://allvetfinancial.com)