NVA General Practice partnered with the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and National Geographic's "Critter Fixers" stars to sponsor a day of learning for 50 aspiring veterinarians.

Led by the stars of National Geographic's hit show "Critter Fixers: Country Vets," Dr. Vernard Hodges and Dr. Terrence Ferguson, the "Vet for a Day” workshop invited local D.C. high school and middle school students to learn more about veterinary medicine with hands-on demonstrations including suturing, ultrasound, and CPR.

"At NVA General Practice, we're passionate about inspiring the next generation of veterinary professionals," said Dr. Beth Neuman, Head of Mentorship at NVA General Practice. "Events like 'Vet for a Day' provide students with hands-on learning opportunities working alongside real veterinarians and veterinary technicians, giving them a glimpse into our profession and helping them discover the rewarding career opportunities in veterinary medicine."

Our own Dr. Rebecca Reed, Managing DVM at Gunston Animal Hospital, and Bethany Wheaton, veterinary technician at Clocktower Animal Hospital, joined in to give students a firsthand look at a profession where every day offers new opportunities to make a difference for animals and the people who love them.

For Wheaton, the experience was especially rewarding. “I believe knowledge is power, and by introducing students to hands-on skills like suturing, I hope I helped put a bit of that power into their hands,” she said.

The day offered students a window into a career where every day brings new chances to change the lives of pets and their humans and help them both live their best life.