Bridging the Language Barrier and Empowering Veterinary Care Through Inclusivity with Esmeralda Cano, DVM

Central Line: The AAHA Podcast

Dec 5 2023 • 15 mins

Join Esmeralda Cano, DVM, on the Central Line Podcast this week as she discusses the mission of Vetspacito, a platform aimed at breaking down language barriers in veterinary care. Dr. Cano shares the challenges faced by Spanish-speaking pet owners and how Vetspacito's educational resources, including videos and brochures, are empowering veterinary professionals to connect with and serve diverse communities.

Dr. Cano is a bilingual Latina, and first-generation college graduate who completed her undergraduate studies at UC Davis and earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine at Ross University.

She is passionate about overcoming language barriers and promoting diversity and inclusion within veterinary medicine.

Discover the impact of language inclusivity on fostering trust and enhancing the overall well-being of pets. Tune in for insights on the importance of cultural understanding and supporting underrepresented communities in the veterinary field.

You can visit Vetspacito’s website for more information: https://www.vetspacito.com/.

As mentioned in this podcast, you can learn more about learn more about Blendvet: https://www.blend.vet/.

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