E369 - Veterinary Breakroom: Will Residency Quotas Fix Rural Veterinary Shortages?

Welcome to the Veterinary Breakroom! Join Alyssa Watson, DVM, and Beth Molleson, DVM, as they discuss pressing issues impacting the veterinary profession. In this episode, Dr. Alyssa, an ISU CVM graduate, and Dr. Beth examine Iowa House File 2209, explore whether residency quotas influence where veterinarians ultimately practice, and discuss alternative strategies to strengthen the rural veterinary workforce. Tune in for the full discussion.

Resources:

https://www.myvetcandy.com/blog/2026/2/19/iowa-house-bill-would-set-residency-requirement-for-isu-veterinary-medicine-program https://www.billtrack50.com/billdetail/1956561 https://iowacapitaldispatch.com/2026/02/17/house-bill-would-set-residency-requirement-for-isu-veterinary-medicine-program/

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