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#145: Working in Australia: The Essential Roadmap for International Vets. WIth Dr Natalia Gomez
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- Aug 6, 2025
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Summary
Thinking of trading grey skies for the Australian sun – stethoscope in hand? Moving to Australia as a vet can change your life, but here’s the truth: it’s not a straight road. Between visa hurdles, the dreaded AVE exams, and adjusting to a new culture (gotta love the Aussie slang!), the journey demands grit, strategy, and support. In this episode, we talk to Dr. Natalia Gomez , Colombian-born vet and co-founder of Brainy Bilb y, a platform dedicated to helping foreign-trained vets prepare for the AVE, about the tips, pitfalls, and success stories learnt from her own her journey, and from the other overseas-trained vets she’s coached through the AVE. Here’s what you’ll learn: Why Australia is one of the most in-demand vet destinations – and how to make it work for you The step-by-step roadmap to your veterinary licence (no fluff, just facts) AVE decoded: costs, structure, study tips & mistakes to avoid What it’s really like working under supervision (and finding supportive employers) The practical exam explained: sheep tipping, cow pregnancy tests, and more Surviving the financial and emotional rollercoaster – without burning out How to adapt to Aussie culture, slang, and workplace quirks Life on the other side: what makes it all worth it 🎧 Listen now and start mapping your own Aussie vet journey. Lift your clinical game with our RACE approved clinical podcasts at vvn.supercast.com for more clinical confidence and better patient outcomes, or check out our Advanced Surgery Podcast at cutabove.supercast.com . Get case support from our team of specialists in our Specialist Support Space . Subscribe to our weekly newsletter here for Hubert's favourite clinical and non-clinical learnings from the week. Join us in…