Yteke Elte

Dr. Yteke Elte is Assistant Professor in Equine Sciences at the Utrecht University College of Veterinary Medicine, specializing in equine animal welfare, communication health, and professional development.

• Basic Teaching Qualification (BKO) holder
• Active in both bachelor's and master's Veterinary Medicine programs
• Daily clinical training supervisor for veterinary interns
• Peer supervision supervisor and thesis tutor

Research Focus

Her work examines the human dimensions of equine Veterinary Practice through:

• Equine Welfare Assessment Methodologies
• Owner-Veterinarian Communication Dynamics
• Professional Development for Equine Veterinarians
• Sport Horse Healthcare Standards
• Work Satisfaction in Veterinary Professionals

Publication Trends

Recent research spans vaccination protocols, colic management, lameness treatment, and pre-purchase examinations in equine practice. Key themes include client satisfaction metrics, welfare perception studies in the Dutch equestrian community, and workforce engagement factors.

Professional Involvement

Elte serves as:

• Member of the Veterinary Disciplinary Board (since 2022)
• Treasurer of the Paard Verbindt Foundation (since 2020)
• Chair of the Certified Equine Veterinarian Committee (KNMvD)
• Member of the Equine Welfare Committee (KNMvD)
• Official Veterinarian for the FEI
• Lecturer at the Police Academy (animal welfare training)