One-year Doctor Mentorship Program includes personalized support from a dedicated Regional Doctor Mentor
January 15, 2024 (AUSTIN, Texas) – Thrive Pet Healthcare is proud to announce the evolution of its Doctor Mentorship Program, Meant to Thrive. The program sets a new standard in supporting the growth and excellence of early-career veterinarians, those returning to clinical practice after a break or who want to switch lanes of practice.
“Meant to Thrive underscores Thrive Pet Healthcare’s dedication to meeting doctors where they are, offering a unique, individualized approach that positions each veterinarian for success,” said Thrive Pet Healthcare VP of Medical Excellence and Education Dr. Kelly Cairns. “This program is more than just mentorship; it’s a judgment-free space where veterinarians receive support tailored to their needs, so they have the knowledge, resources and training to feel confident and competent in the profession they love.”
Veterinarians seeking mentorship in a supportive environment have found their match in Thrive Pet Healthcare’s Meant to Thrive program. Customized to individual needs, this one-year mentorship initiative goes beyond conventional support structures, offering:
Dedicated Regional Doctor Mentor:
Each associate veterinarian and their local medical leader will be paired with a Regional Doctor Mentor (RDM). The RDM will be dedicated exclusively to mentorship, overseeing a cohort of associate veterinarians, and will be available on an as-needed basis for support and consultation.
Experienced On-Site Doctor Support:
Associate veterinarians are also supported by local medical leaders – experienced doctors on-site at their hospital for day-to-day support.
Personalized Plan:
The program will be tailored to the individual needs of each associate veterinarian and will include a structured plan with goals, weekly interactive discussions, and regular check-ins with the local hospital leader and the RDM. The RDM will support the associate veterinarian and their local hospital leader with monthly check-ins, ensuring both have the tools and support they need to be successful.
Local Community and Expert Case Support:
Each associate veterinarian will be a part of a larger peer community to foster connection and relationship building. They also will have access to on-demand case consultation via a chat group supported by a team of seasoned Thrive veterinarians across all lanes of practice.
Thrive has maintained a steadily evolving mentorship program for years to assist veterinary care professionals in reaching their personal and professional goals. Through a personalized and structured approach that harnesses the power of the hospital community, Thrive strives to establish a solid foundation for veterinary care professionals to enhance medical competence, build professional confidence, and sustain long-term career satisfaction.
About Thrive Pet Healthcare:
Thrive Pet Healthcare is a leading veterinary service network that uniquely delivers a continuum of care to pet families and services to veterinary hospitals. With an industry-first membership program and more than 380 acute, primary, and specialty providers, Thrive Pet Healthcare offers personalized, accessible care through every stage of a pet’s life and health. The veterinarian-founded organization provides premier benefits for practice staff while elevating privately held veterinary hospitals with innovative service and technology solutions. By focusing on the needs and aspirations of veterinary care providers, Thrive Pet Healthcare is supporting the well-being of the industry and raising the national bar for veterinary excellence. To learn more about Thrive Pet Healthcare, please visit
www.thrivepetcare.com.
