Ep 57 - Becoming an Equine Veterinarian: Hands On Training and Career Path in Equine Sports Medicine with Mia

Welcome back to another episode of A Stride Above! In this episode, Dr. Colton Ramstrom sits down with extern Mia to discuss her path from Taiwan to hands-on clinical experience in Florida. Her journey reflects how passion for horses, combined with real-world exposure, shapes future leaders in equine veterinary care and equine sports medicine.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• How early experiences with horses can lead to a career in equine veterinary services.
• Why hands-on work with hospital rounds, medications, and lameness exams builds strong clinical skills.
• The impact of limited access to horse veterinarians and how it can inspire change in equine care.
• How practical skills like horse handling and anatomy improve confidence in equine performance care.
• Why curiosity and initiative are essential for growth in equine wellness and veterinary medicine.

This episode highlights the value of experience, mentorship, and global perspective in horse care. Tune in now and share this episode with someone pursuing a future in equine veterinary medicine.

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