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PEER ADVISORY CONVERSATION
PILOT CONVERSATIONS UNDERWAY - MEET A PEER ADVISOR
The Peer Advisory Conversation provides a positive learning experience for veterinarians . Through conversation , veterinarians will find support in their efforts to deliver quality care and service . The conversation includes tips for managing risk areas ; insight into practice standards and regulatory requirements ; and gives suggestions for continuing professional development
The Peer Advisory Conversation is one veterinarian speaking to another veterinarian - one of whom happens to be a trained peer advisor . At this time , 19 veterinarians have completed a rigorous training process to be peer advisors in the Peer Advisory Conversation pilot project . Meet Peer Advisor Dr . David Kerr who shares some insight into the program . What is the nature of your practice ?
I am an associate veterinarian in a companion animal practice located in Bolton , north of Toronto . I graduated from OVC in 1984 .
If speaking to a colleague , how would you describe the Peer Advisory Conversation program ?
When I have spoken to colleagues about the Peer Advisory Conversation , I discuss it is a pilot program aimed at developing conversations revolving around the aspects of the veterinary practice , specific to that veterinarian . In general , clinical practice that would include seeing clients , assessing patients , performing procedures as well as
interacting with staff members , specialists and colleagues .
What interested you in serving as a Peer Advisor ?
This role appealed to me for a number of reasons , two of which are high priority . The Peer Advisory Conversation is pro-active . The program engages veterinarians in discussions to help identify areas of strength and possible weakness so the latter areas can be improved upon . This approach is different from the complaints and discipline processes of the College which are reactive in nature . The second reason is self-serving in that for me , this opportunity will allow me to connect with and learn from many veterinarians .
How has being a Peer Advisor directed your own learning ?
During training for this role , when I was the one being “ advised ,” the discussions forced me to be reflective of my own method of practice . I was able to see how my medical records are perceived from someone else ’ s perspective . I received input on my professional development activities , and my Peer Advisors guided me to resources I did not know were available . I found the process validated what I was doing well , and helped me improve in other areas .
Why would you encourage other veterinarians to be involved in the Peer Advisory Conversation Pilot program ?
Dr . David Kerr
I would , and have encouraged other veterinarians to participate . As I mentioned above , the program is pro-active , helps to identify areas of weakness , if there are any , and guides learning to strengthen those areas . It allows veterinarians who may be isolated geographically or in their area of practice to get constructive , timely feedback in a non-judgemental manner . We , as a profession , seldom tell each other what we are doing right and the Peer Advisory Conversation allows for that positive feedback . Often , the best part of the discussion is the knowledge we are doing well in the profession we have chosen .
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