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Togetherall Webinar: The Power of Peers
November 28, 2024 at 12:00 PM - November 28, 2024 at 1:00 PM
The webinar will be delivered in French from 12 to 12:30 p.m. and delivered in English from 12:30 to 1 p.m. ET.
Being a veterinarian can be both wonderful and tough, but it is important to remember you are not alone. Your peers are ready to lend an ear and provide support in the Togetherall/CVMA veterinarian anonymous Peer-to-Peer Community. Join us to learn more about the Togetherall Community and platform resources. The webinar will touch on what it is, how to join for free, and ways it can assist you in various situations from discussing life challenges, work struggles including complaints, and the value of peer support while you wait to speak with a psychologist.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
The webinar is available and free to all veterinarians and student veterinarians. You do not need to be a
CVMA member to attend. A mental health expert will be available as a safety support resource for one-on-one text or chat during the webinar.
The webinar will be recorded and available for viewing. CE certificates will be available.
Dr. Kathy Keil
Dr. Kathy Keil is CVMA Director Wellness and DEI. As Director, Kathy oversees and operationalizes the CVMA’s Wellness and DEI Programs in support of one of the association’s strategic priorities of establishing a veterinary profession that enjoys a healthy working environment. Her veterinary career has spanned almost 30 years, and, in that time, she has gained a deep understanding of veterinary medicine through a variety of experiences in clinical practice, the pharmaceutical industry, workplace health and safety, academic research, and published author. Her graduate degree in psychology, multiple certificates in mental health and psychological safety, and multi-year involvement in the Alberta Veterinary Medical Association and the CVMA wellness committees provides her with a deep understanding of the issues and strategies to support veterinarians during occupational stress and burnout.
Dr. Karine Maillette
Dr. Karine Maillette is a veterinarian with a master’s degree in social work. Combining both worlds helps Karine provide meaning to what she does. She offers mental health support to the veterinary community. Karine worked for the Canadian Food Inspection Agency for over 18 years.
Mary-Lyn Kieffer
Mary-Lyn Kieffer is a passionate mental health advocate and Senior Manager of Partnerships at Togetherall. She was most recently the executive director of the Made of Millions Foundation, Canada, a mental health non-profit organization. She is also an active member in the mental health community in Toronto and has completed a Peer Support Training program. Prior to her advocacy work, she was a marketing and business development professional in both the financial and legal industries, as well as an event producer for Fortune 500 companies. Mary-Lyn holds a master’s degree and Bachelor of Arts Degree in International Economics and Finance.