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by Editor | Apr 7, 2025 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
Talking with independent veterinarians, a common frustration emerges: practice owners feel they simply cannot compete with corporate offers when hiring veterinarians and support staff. At Veterinary school job fairs, students are inundated by corporate recruiters... read more
by Stith Keiser | Apr 7, 2025 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
One of my friends, Garrett, a graduate from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, texted me a few years back after completing a day externing at a Veterinary clinic and said, “I’ve never seen anything like this! The support staff is so bought... read more
by Mark Cushing | Apr 7, 2025 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
(Editor’s Note: Sam Geiling from APG is a co-author of this article for Animal Health News and Views.) Considerable debate is underway this week in Washington, DC at the annual conference of the American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC). This... read more
by William (Will) Lindus | Apr 2, 2025 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
In a world where Veterinary practice owners and managers are constantly juggling patient care, client satisfaction, and operational efficiency, cybersecurity might not always be at the top of the list. But in today’s digital age, cyber threats are evolving... read more
by Editor | Apr 2, 2025 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
Running a Veterinary practice is no small feat. At times, it feels like an uphill battle—an exhausting endeavor akin to herding cats, where the daily grind is a cacophony of chaos with little visible progress. Picture this: a relentless cycle of howling demands,... read more
by Shannon Nowak | Feb 27, 2025 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
As a Veterinary professional, I frequently encounter pet owners, outside of the Veterinary clinic, who view routine preventative care—such as vaccinations, parasite prevention, and wellness exams—as optional. (I feel this is especially true with cats and exotic... read more
by William (Will) Lindus | Feb 27, 2025 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
As a Veterinary practice manager or owner, you know that effective communication isn’t just about sending messages; it’s about conveying trust and professionalism every time. But is your email address sending the wrong message? And is the way you have your email set... read more
by Dr. Keith True | Feb 24, 2025 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
Medical mentorship is seen in every job posting catering to new graduate veterinarians. Nearly every new graduate wants to feel supported as they enter the beginning stages of their careers to feel confident in their medical decisions. A robust medical mentorship... read more
by Stith Keiser | Feb 1, 2025 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
Spring semester is “professional skills” season for me where I have the opportunity participate in the development and delivery of professional skill’s curriculum at a few veterinary schools across the country. I’m writing this blog post on my way home from teaching... read more
by Shannon Nowak | Feb 1, 2025 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
Last month, I focused on strategies for Veterinary technicians to navigate Veterinary conferences, in terms of selecting a conference to attend and managing the associated costs. So, it only makes sense to dive a little deeper into the conference experience as a... read more
by William (Will) Lindus | Feb 1, 2025 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
Cyber threats are an ever-present danger in today’s digital landscape, and veterinary hospitals are not immune. While your primary focus is the health and well-being of your animal patients, the security of your hospital’s digital infrastructure is equally... read more
by Dr. Keith True | Feb 1, 2025 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
In nearly every job posting you see today, there is some mention of work-life balance. This isn’t just in veterinary medicine, but rather any line of work. We should have opportunity to escape the stress of work and step into our hobbies, family life, or relaxation.... read more
by Catherine Haskins | Feb 1, 2025 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
If you’ve ever worked in a Veterinary practice, you know it can feel a bit like a marriage. There are ups, downs, compromises, and the occasional “What were we thinking?” moment. After celebrating my 25th wedding anniversary this year, my husband joked that we’ve... read more
by Catherine Haskins | Jan 14, 2025 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
Changing your personal brand is no small feat. It’s like trying to convince everyone you know that you’ve swapped your old, reliable Toyota for a flashy new Tesla—exciting, but a bit daunting. As someone who started in public relations and was known as the... read more
by Stacy Pursell | Jan 14, 2025 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
Much has been made about the veterinarian shortage within the Veterinary profession and much has been done in an attempt to combat it. However, as we creep closer and closer to the middle of the decade, the veterinarian shortage has proven itself to be a continuing... read more
by Shannon Nowak | Jan 14, 2025 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
I’ve heard a lot of discussion lately from credentialed Veterinary technicians, both in person and in online forums, about how to make ends mee, or about sharing info on successful “side hustles” to bring in supplemental income. While I love that this is a close-knit... read more
by Bruce L. Truman | Jan 14, 2025 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
The Veterinary profession is embracing a wave of innovation, with startups transforming how animal healthcare is delivered and managed. From advanced diagnostics to telemedicine and AI-driven platforms, these innovations are improving care for pets and livestock while... read more
by Mark Cushing | Jan 14, 2025 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
We’ve all jumped into 2025 as organizations execute plans carefully crafted over the past 6 months, a daunting but exiting conference schedule is about to kick off . . . and most of us wonder what issues will jump to the head of the line. The latter is my menu so... read more
by William (Will) Lindus | Jan 14, 2025 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
We’ve all been in this situation. You try to open a web browser, access your cloud-based PIMS, send an email and it just… spins. No traction, no movement, nothing. Then, from across the room, you hear a co-worker say, “Hey, I think the internet is down.” Cue the... read more
by Stith Keiser | Jan 14, 2025 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
In November 2024, the VHMA released survey results gleaned from asking hospital leaders “What keeps you up at night?” While answers ranged from decreasing client visits to profitability to the election, the top three concerns, by a wide margin, included: Reduced... read more
