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Is it time to define veterinary professionalism?

¹University of Nottingham, Leicestershire, UK. liz.mossop@nottingham.ac.uk

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A clear definition of veterinary professionalism is needed. Establishing a teachable and assessable definition will guide veterinary education and practice during this period of professional change.

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Veterinary Education
Professional Ethics

Background:

Medical professionalism has been extensively studied, with established definitions and curricula for physicians.
Little research exists on veterinary professionalism, despite its importance in veterinary education and practice.

Purpose of the Study:

To highlight the need for a defined concept of veterinary professionalism.
To advocate for the establishment of a realistic, usable, and assessable definition of veterinary professionalism.

Main Methods:

Literature review and conceptual analysis of medical professionalism discourse.
Comparison with the current state of veterinary professional education.

Main Results:

The medical field has a robust discourse on professionalism, unlike the veterinary field.
Current veterinary curricula may lack explicit instruction on professional values and behaviors.

Conclusions:

A defined concept of veterinary professionalism is crucial for educators and practitioners.
Developing a teachable and assessable definition is essential for navigating changes in the veterinary profession.