Centering DEI in Your Veterinary Practice
VHMA Member Price: $69; Nonmember Price: $99
In this program, participants will explore foundational concepts and terminology regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). We will discuss why addressing DEI is a critical piece in creating a thriving veterinary practice and the vital role that the practice manager plays as a change agent. Lastly, we will identify the next steps that can be taken to create a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive veterinary practice.
2022 VHMA Annual Meeting and Conference
Original Recording
Friday, September 9, 2022
10:30 a.m.- 12:00 noon
Credit
CEU1:1.5
Description
Christina V. Tran, DVM
Dr. Christina V. Tran is a first generation Filipino-American raised outside of Chicago, Illinois. After completing her undergraduate degree at University of California, Davis, Dr. Tran received her veterinary degree from University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. She has spent the majority of her professional career in small animal private practice -- as a full-time associate, relief veterinarian, and house call practice owner. In addition, Dr. Tran has worked in shelter medicine and in academia. She served as veterinary technology faculty at Portland Community College and as veterinary technology program director at Purdue University’s College of Veterinary Medicine. Currently, Dr. Tran is on faculty at University of Arizona College of Veterinary Medicine as an Associate Professor of Practice and Clinical Relations Lead Veterinarian. She also works part-time as a veterinary telehealth consultant.
Dr. Tran is passionate about volunteering and serves in several veterinary medical organizations including the Multicultural Veterinary Medical Association (past president and founding board member), Virtual Veterinary Care Association (Board of Directors), Arizona Veterinary Medical Association (Board of Directors), and the AVMA’s Council on Education (site visitor). She is a member of the Diversify Veterinary Medicine Coalition's Caring & Belonging committee and has contributed to the Veterinary Medical Association Executives' DEI Journey Guide. Dr. Tran has presented on a variety of diversity, equity and inclusion topics at conferences and meetings in the US, Canada and Europe.
