In this episode of Extraordinary Vets, host Dr. Donna Harris interviews Dr. Steve Osofsky, a prominent figure in wildlife conservation and the One Health movement. Dr. Osofsky shares his journey from being a young boy fascinated by wildlife to becoming a leading wildlife veterinarian and conservationist. He discusses his experiences in Botswana, the establishment of the Dept. of Wildlife & National Parks Wildlife Veterinary Unit, and the importance of integrating environmental stewardship and public health through the One Health and Planetary Health concepts. The conversation also explores a range of roles for veterinarians in conservation, and the critical need for good governance in order to achieve sustainable outcomes. Dr. Osofsky emphasizes the importance of adaptability and creativity in pursuing  a career in conservation, as well as the need to invest in understanding local contexts when it comes to addressing health and environmental challenges.

For more information on some of the things discussed, please see cornell-ahead.org and wildlife.cornell.edu.

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Not the End of the World by Hannah Ritchie: