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The Wisconsin Veterinary Examining Board (VEB) has launched the Veterinary Professional Assistance Program (VPAP) and Work-Life Services, a confidential program designed to help licensed veterinarians and certified veterinary technicians manage the physical and mental challenges associated with the profession.
The program went into effect on November 9th.
The VPAP is a professional assistance and wellness program for veterinarians and veterinary technicians.
The program’s offerings include guidance and assistance with family issues, finding child and adult care, workplace concerns, legal and financial issues, stress, health and wellness, and other issues.
Examples of wellness issues include chemical dependence, psychiatric illness, professional burnout, and compassion fatigue.
Click here to learn more about the VPAP.