Michael Meehan
University of Guelph
10 Papers
21 Citations
Michael Meehan is an academic researcher from University of Guelph. The author has contributed to research in topics: Grief & Referral. The author has an hindex of 5, co-authored 10 publications. Previous affiliations of Michael Meehan include Ontario Veterinary College.
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Papers
Impacts of the process and decision-making around companion animal euthanasia on veterinary wellbeing.
TL;DR: There is a need for greater attention and support for veterinary professionals, particularly when navigating euthanasia decision-making consultations, according to a qualitative study using group and individual interviews involving 10 veterinary hospitals in Wellington County, Ontario.
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Exploring pet owners’ experiences and self-reported satisfaction and grief following companion animal euthanasia
TL;DR: Several practical recommendations are made, including developing standard operating procedures for companion animal euthanasia; exploring owners’ previous experiences, expectations and emotions; the importance of reassurance; and access to grief resources and services.
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An Exploratory Study of Veterinary Professionals' Self-Reported Support of Bereaved Clients Before, During, and After Companion Animal Euthanasia in Southwestern Ontario, Canada.
TL;DR: In this article, a study qualitatively explored how veterinary professionals currently report supporting grieving clients before, during, and after companion animal euthanasia and found that veterinary participants in this study strive to be meaningful sources of support for grieving clients and employ an array of support practice to do so.
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Psychological wellbeing of veterinary professionals.
TL;DR: Work-related stressors that contribute to poor psychological health among vets include: long work hours, excessive after hours duties, low remuneration, unexpected outcomes of clinical cases, managing client conflict, performing euthanasia, and lack of control over treatments due to clients' cost constraints.
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Referring equine veterinarians' expectations of equine veterinary specialists and referral centers.
TL;DR: Both rDVMs and specialists are likely to benefit from pursuing opportunities to further their relationship by using up-front communication to establish clear role expectations and clear processes for sharing information.
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