Drs. Trevor Ferguson (Oregon State-CVM, ’07) and April Burgess (Virginia/Maryland-CVM ’09) took a break from their busy lives in equine practice to come and talk with members of our chapter of the AAEP about life as a new graduate in equine medicine. Dr. Ferguson currently works at Equus Veterinary Service, in Oregon City, Ore., while Dr. Burgess works for Dr. Jack Root at Oakhurst in Newberg, Ore.
The talk focused on the pros and cons of pursuing internships or residencies versus entering private practice, maintaining a balance between and work and life, and the best ways to find a good personal match with either private practice or internship opportunities.