Looking in the mirror

From various roles over the last 15 years… veterinary student, to researcher, to teaching assistant, and now veterinarian, professor and epidemiologist, there has been a focus on perpetual learning, innovation, collaboration, creativity, and individual development. With wide-ranging interests and experience in public health, environmental management, herd sustainability, and epidemiology, as well as in zoonoses and animal disease prevention, I have worked in developing countries suffering the after-effects of environmental disasters, as well as in northern First Nations communities with reduced access to regular veterinary care, health education, veterinary information or medications due to remote locations or limited financial resources. I have assisted in the development of programs in the face of financial constraints and competition for public resources, which has led to developing an aptitude for “thinking outside the box”. Yet I am constantly at a crossroads, trying to decide which way to go. There are so many exciting opportunities out there… it’s difficult to decide on just one! 🙂 

A farmgirl from the Alberta Rockies I love being outside – camping, canoeing, fishing, mountain biking, hiking – as well as most sports, cycling, running, long walks…. and yet I find myself in jobs and positions where I am relegated to mental gymnastics sitting at a desk. I have a rambling old house and yard so spend lots of time gardening or doing home renos. When I can I also enjoy reading, listening to music, spending time with friends… and so much travelling when I have the time and money! Being out of the city is important for mental tranquility.

And yet there always seems to be something missing… Hence the overanalysed ramblings of my overworked brain being left as fodder for y’all.

Namaste everyone!