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by Editor | Nov 27, 2024 | Agriculture, Animal Health Industry - Views, Animal Health News - Views, Companion Animal - Views, Equine - Views, Livestock - Views, Other - Views
Source: Agriland The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) in Ireland is seeking a service provider to deliver training and advisory services in animal health and biosecurity for on-farm advisors. This initiative, part of the EU Rural Development... read more
by Editor | Nov 26, 2024 | Agriculture, Animal Health Industry - Views, Animal Health News - Views, Companion Animal - Views, Equine - Views, Livestock - Views, Other - Views
Source: C & EN Researchers in California and Colorado are testing an innovative mosquito control method using ivermectin-coated birdseed to reduce mosquito populations and curb the spread of West Nile virus. Ivermectin, an antiparasitic drug, paralyzes and kills... read more
by Mark Cushing | Nov 13, 2024 | Animal Health Industry - Views, Views
NAVC convened another HIVE pop-up event in Phoenix November 11-12. This conference focused on educational issues and opportunities for both veterinarians and credentialed veterinary technicians. It was an unusual gathering of leaders across the sector…unusual in its... read more
by Stacy Pursell | Nov 12, 2024 | Animal Health Industry - Views, Views
As an Animal Health recruiter and Veterinary recruiter for 27 years, I’ve thankfully accrued a considerable amount of knowledge and expertise about how a person can succeed in their career and reach their full professional potential. Part of reaching that potential is... read more
by Bruce L. Truman | Nov 12, 2024 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
Telehealth for human healthcare has been around for over 40 years (even longer if one went by the first reference in 1950), but it did not gain momentum until 2012, when the telemedicine market grew by 60%. In 1993, the American Telehealth Association (ATA) was... read more
by Catherine Haskins | Nov 12, 2024 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
Ever wonder why we say the things we do? Like why we tell people to “bite the bullet” when things get tough, or how veterinarians came up with their secret code for giving meds? Every phrase has a story, and today, we’re diving into a few surprising ones—thanks... read more
by William (Will) Lindus | Nov 12, 2024 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
Imagine you’re working at the front desk of your Veterinary clinic, ready to check in a furry patient, when you notice that your email is acting strangely. Perhaps messages you didn’t send are sitting in your outbox, or maybe you’re locked out of your practice... read more
by Stith Keiser | Nov 12, 2024 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
In my previous blog post for Animal Health News and Views, I addressed the pros and cons of private practice ownership and whether it could be the right fit for readers. In speaking and working with practice owners across the United States, with a range of years of... read more
by Shannon Nowak | Nov 12, 2024 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
On the heels of National Veterinary Technician Week, I would like to address a common concern among our profession: celebrating the entire Veterinary staff as part of National Veterinary Technician Week. National Veterinary Technician Week, which was established by... read more
by Stacy Pursell | Oct 8, 2024 | Animal Health Industry - Views, Views
For the second year in a row, The VET Recruiter, the leading executive search and recruiting firm for the Animal Health industry and Veterinary profession, conducted a survey of Animal Health and Veterinary professionals. This survey, the 2024 Animal Health and... read more
by Bruce L. Truman | Oct 8, 2024 | Animal Health Industry - Views, Views
The VetForum 2024 meeting in Austin, TX, was an inspiring gathering of Veterinary leaders, suppliers, and innovators designed to foster connections and address the industry’s key challenges. This was my fourth year as the conference chair, and each year, the... read more
by Shannon Nowak | Oct 8, 2024 | Animal Health Industry - Views
Recently, The Bridge Club hosted a conversation titled, “Let’s Prioritize Veterinary Technicians.” As a long-time member of the Veterinary industry, The Bridge Club’s founder and CEO, Catherine Haskins, is a supporter of Veterinary technician elevation and a... read more
by Catherine Haskins | Oct 8, 2024 | Animal Health Industry - Views, Views
As we approach the end of the fiscal year, many companies are taking a hard look at their budgets, strategizing how to make every remaining dollar count. It’s a time when resources can feel tight, but it’s also a perfect opportunity to make even a small... read more
by Mark Cushing | Oct 8, 2024 | Animal Health Industry - Views, Views
Barely over a week ago the federal Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a powerful opinion overturning the state of Texas ban on a telemedicine VCPR. This decision immediately impacts the three states under jurisdiction of the Fifth Circuit: Texas, Louisiana and... read more
by William (Will) Lindus | Oct 8, 2024 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
While Windows 11 has been around for a while, many Veterinary practices have chosen to remain on Windows 10 as the operating system for their workstations. Until recently, this has been a valid strategy. Many Veterinary software companies are still in the process of... read more
by Coral Doherty | Oct 8, 2024 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
As an RVT, I have experienced compassion fatigue. High workload, distressed owners/patients, emotionally challenging situations, and lack of autonomy were contributing factors that I have personally experienced. Upon reflection, I can’t imagine I was a lot of fun to... read more
by Bruce L. Truman | Sep 4, 2024 | Animal Health Industry - Views, Views
This week, the heart of the U.S. Veterinary community beats in Kansas City, as the VetPartners Mid-Year Conference and the Veterinary Innovation Summit (VIS) brought together some of the industry’s most influential voices. These two events, known for driving... read more
by Mark Cushing | Sep 4, 2024 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
Three topics swirl around pet healthcare circles and conferences: (1) Access to care; (2) Veterinary shortages; and (3) Veterinary technician retention. No organization publicly challenges all three of these issues, or any one of these for that matter, as even the... read more
by William (Will) Lindus | Sep 4, 2024 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
In today’s fast-paced technological world, Veterinary practices depend heavily on IT systems for daily operations. From managing patient records to processing payments, the role of technology in Veterinary care is undeniable. However, for many veterinarians and... read more
by Shannon Nowak | Sep 4, 2024 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
In today’s Veterinary climate, the role of the credentialed Veterinary technician (CVT, LVT, LVMT, RVT) has never been more vital. While education, clinical skills, and technical expertise are fundamental, the ability to effectively network can significantly enhance... read more
