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Irreplaceable Truths by Gershon Alaluf

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How do you balance impostor syndrome, 12-hour days, and the soft skills that keep you human?

Join host Dr. Gershon Alaluf and guest Dr. Jake Rostas, DVM for an insightful, inspiring episode of Irreplaceable Truths. A candid Q1 internship check-in, this conversation explores clinical decision-making under pressure, the role of mentorship, internal medicine vs. surgery thinking, and why love and empathy remain the core of care.

Packed with professional wisdom, emotional insights, and authentic experiences, this episode offers valuable lessons for veterinarians, veterinary students, and animal care professionals.

🎧 What you'll discover:

– The mindset shift from student to clinician — and why “you know more than you think”

– How to survive being “punched ... 

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