Our Mentorship Program
Our New Graduate Mentorship Program was designed to support our newest associates as they transition from clinical year to clinical practice. We've created a one-year tiered approach to learning, which will help you to gain all of the skills that you need in your first year. From clinical training, to communication skills, and business acumen, we'll teach you the ropes to ensure that you feel confident as you make your mark as a clinician.Â
One-Year Mentorship Program
New graduates are enrolled in our Year-Long New Graduate Mentorship Program, which supports them in the transition from classroom to exam room.Â
Access to Experienced Mentors
Each new graduate in our program has access to our entire Medical Operations team, their in-hospital mentor, as well as a matched "Big Sibling" with similar clinical interests. Â
Hands-On Surgical Mentorship
Each of our new graduates is eligible to participate in our week-long intensive surgical training program to guide you step-by-step through soft tissue surgeries. Â
Meet Your Mentors
Dr. Jon-Paul Carew
Vice President of Medicine, General Practice
Education: Ross University, 2001
Special Interests: Pain management and anesthesia
Education: Ross University, 2001
Special Interests: Pain management and anesthesia
Dr. Dawn Dateno
Regional Medical Director, General Practice
Education: University of Pennsylvania, 2006
Education: University of Pennsylvania, 2006
Dr. Juan Davila
Regional Medical Director, UrgentVet
Education: Louisiana State University, 2006
Education: Louisiana State University, 2006
Dr. Stephanie Smith
Vice President of Medicine, UrgentVet
Education: University of Florida, 2003
Special interests: Behavioral medicine
Education: University of Florida, 2003
Special interests: Behavioral medicine
Dr. Stephen Henderson
Regional Medical Director, General Practice
Education: North Carolina State University, 2012
Education: North Carolina State University, 2012
Dr. Trey Morrison
Regional Medical Director, General Practice
Education: University of Georgia, 2012
Education: University of Georgia, 2012
Dr. Jim Dobies
Founder, President of UrgentVet
Education: The Ohio State University, 1998
Education: The Ohio State University, 1998
Dr. Christopher Smith
Chief Medical Officer & Chief Operating Officer
Education: University of Florida, 2010
Special Interests: Exotic medicine
Education: University of Florida, 2010
Special Interests: Exotic medicine
“Before the dental (mentorship) program, I felt my skills were very limited. I had minimal experience with extractions, especially canines and 3 root teeth. After the program, I feel much more comfortable and confident in my ability to extract all teeth. I would recommend this program to any new graduate who wants more dental training. I would let them know that this program allows hands-on experience with extractions while being supervised, so help is there when you need it. ”Dr. Sarah G, Associate Veterinarian
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