Rural Veterinary Services: Dr. Eric Davis and the Story of RAVS

In this episode of Extraordinary Vets, host Dr. Donna Harris interviews Dr. Eric Davis, founder of Rural Area Veterinary Services (RAVS). Dr. Davis shares his journey from a rural veterinarian to a leader in veterinary education and community service. He discusses the challenges and rewards of working with underserved communities, particularly on Indian reservations, and the evolution of RAVS into a significant nonprofit organization that trains veterinary students and provides essential services to animals in need. The conversation highlights the importance of community engagement in veterinary medicine and the personal fulfillment that comes from serving others.📚 Extraordinary Vets Reading List:Dr. Davis recommends "Living Poor" by Moritz Thompson. Originally written about the Peace Corps in the 60s, he suggests it for anyone looking to donate their time to international service, as it honestly lays out the challenges and realities of working in underserved communities.To learn more about Dr. Davis non profit Rural Veterinary Experience Teaching & Service (RVETS) visit : https://www.rvets.org/If you are interested in mentorship or have questions on where to start you can also email Dr. Davis: eric@rvets.org