Summary: In 2014 the training community lost a well-known veterinarian and behavioral consultant, lecturer, and author to suicide. Many were surprised by the loss of someone so successful and popular to learn about the high rate among veterinary professionals. Jenifer Chatfield, DVM and Christine Royal, DVM discuss the veterinary community and companies such as Merck Animal Health's endeavors to assess the mental wellness of veterinary professionals, as well as, to provide online support tools to those in need.
