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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• podcast@instinct.vet

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The Team:

• Alyssa Watson, DVM - Host
• Beth Molleson, DVM - Host
• Alexis Ussery - Producer & Multimedia Specialist

Disclaimer: This podcast recording represents the opinions of Dr. Alyssa Watson and Dr. Beth Molleson. Content is presented for discussion purposes and should not be taken as medical advice. No guarantee is given regarding the accuracy of any statements or opinions made on the podcast.