Does veterinary medicine really need “work-life balance”? Or does it need something deeper?

Join host Dr. Gershon Alaluf and special guest Dr. Amber Parks, DVM, DABVP — veterinarian, burnout coach, and emotional wellness advocate — for a transformative episode of Irreplaceable Truths.

From perfectionism and toxic workplace culture to redefining success and setting boundaries, Dr. Parks shares hard-earned lessons on building a sustainable veterinary career — one that honors both purpose and peace. Packed with raw honesty, emotional insight, and practical wisdom, this episode will challenge how you think about balance, burnout, and the future of the profession.

🎧 What you'll discover:

– Why “work-life balance” misses the mark in veterinary medicine

– How perfectionism quietly fuels burnout and anxiety

– What emotional intelligence and psychological safety really mean at work

– Tools for setting healthy boundaries without guilt

– Why sustainability—not balance—is the real solution

🐾 Who will love this episode:

– Veterinarians & veterinary students

– Animal care professionals battling burnout

– Veterinary leaders building better clinic culture

– Educators teaching emotional resilience

– Anyone seeking a sustainable, purpose-driven career

🎬 Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro: Dr. Amber Parks, DVM, DABVP, Burnout Coach

02:20 – Why “work-life balance” misses the mark

06:00 – What sustainability really means in veterinary medicine

10:45 – The emotional toll of toxic workplaces

18:00 – How poor mentorship shapes early careers

23:30 – Perfectionism, fear, and the burnout spiral

31:20 – Psychological safety and self-worth at work

34:50 – Breaking the stigma around mental health

43:00 – Redefining the “gold standard” of veterinary care

52:00 – Setting boundaries and saying no without guilt

1:07:30 – Irreplaceable truth: Your life comes first

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📚 Resources Mentioned:

– Dr. Amber Parks — @dr.amberparks

– “Top 5 Tips to Beat Burnout” (article referenced in discussion)

🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms.

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