087: 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 pastWhy vets are drawn to relief: flexibility, autonomy, variety, and higher pay potentialCommon burnout drivers: overcommitting shifts, unpredictable income, taxes/admin work, and isolationWhy a financial plan matters before going full-time reliefTips for success: boundaries, skill-building, and knowing your numbersAndrew’s best advice: be okay with being okayResources:Burnout in Relief Veterinary Practice whitepaper: https://serenity.vet/burnout-study-among-relief-locum-veterinariansAndrew Ciccolini on Instagram: @okay_vet Andrew Ciccolini on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ac-dvmSerenity.vet: https://serenity.vetInterested in financial planning built for veterinarians?Learn more or book a free intro call at allvetfinancial.com