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Kiss the dog and 4 more ways to improve client compliance (without saying a word)What kind of veterinarian do you appear to be? Start being the kind of doctor you would want working on your pets.
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Can you use cytology to predict tumor behavior (Proceedings)Cytologically, neoplasia is characterized by the presence of a homogeneous population of cells that have come from the same tissue of origin. This is best appreciated by the presence of cells with the same cytoplasmic characteristics.
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A behaviorists favorite resources for veterinarians, team members and pet ownersHeres a list of my favorite books and websites for veterinarians, veterinary team members and/or pet owners to cover the most common or difficult behavioral issues.
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Acute lung injury and acute respiratory distress syndrome: Two challenging respiratory disordersAcute lung injury and acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) are challenging and frequently lethal respiratory disorders encountered in veterinary medicine.
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What is an effective way to educate my existing clients and bring in new ones? (Sponsored by Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health)A free client and public education seminar held at least once a year is a tremendous practice builder.
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Prevent injury in canine athletes6 ways veterinarians can help keep these special patients fined-tuned and happy.
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8 questions to ask before treating poisoned veterinary patientsEvery second counts when treating poisoned patients. For most substances, there's only a narrow time frame in which decontamination can be effectively and safely performed. Here are 8 questions to consider before inducing vomiting on the poisoned pet.
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Reading ECGs in veterinary patients: an introductionUnderstanding the basic electrical principles of the heart is essential for interpreting this valuable diagnostic test.
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Photo gallery: 9 rehab tools for pets--and people too!Check out these 9 tools that help technicians and occupational therapists offer topnotch care.
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Maropitant: A novel treatment for acute vomiting in dogsVomiting is one of the most common reasons dogs are presented for veterinary consultation.
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Try new ideas to grow your businessSuccessful veterinary practices challenge themselves to grow and identify new ways to improve the quality of the veterinary healthcare they provide.
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Overactive pets and dogs that pull on their leashes (4:47)In this video, Dr. Shull discusses listening to clients' concerns about their overactive pets, plus offers advice for clients whose dogs pull on their leashes.
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A recipe for great serviceTake one IV bag, stir in a concerned client, and add a dash of helpful team member.
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Intracorporeal suturing in minimally invasive surgeryMinimally invasive surgery is a rapidly developing discipline in veterinary medicine, thanks to its widespread use in human medicine. During the past 20 years, veterinarians have watched a temporally similar development with arthroscopic surgery. While minimally invasive surgery has many advantages over traditional open surgery—including reduced postoperative pain, reduced recovery times, and improved operative results—there is a caveat: It requires specialized training and considerable experience. In this article, I'll focus on one particular minimally invasive technique—intracorporeal suturing.
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A simple way to obtain a bite registrationA bite registration can be a valuable part of orthodontic planning for patients with a rostral crossbite.
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Laser technology offers wide range of surgical applicationsThe past decade has seen a steady growth in laser energy used by general veterinary practitioners. Today, veterinary medicine is enjoying a rapid acceptance of various forms of laser energy as a companion and often superior therapeutic modality for surgical case management.
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Pedaling to a new past-timeWhen I was veterinary school, summer meant RAGBRAI, the Register's Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa. While I never participated, I was in awe as legions of bicyclists made their way through Ames en route to a finish line on the state's eastern edge. There's even a veterinarian version of the famed race, which takes place during fall semester.
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7 steps to better veterinary dental recommendationsFeeling tongue-tied when veterinary clients refuse dental treatment for their pets? Here's a mouthful of ideas on how to emphasize the importance of complete oral care.
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How many is too many?Q: At the clinic where I work we have several clients who own more animals than they can care for properly. What is the best way to approach an animal collector?
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Overcoming an unfufilled promiseWhen his workplace turned toxic and his partnership opportunity dried up, this doctor learned the hard way that it's better to cut your losses and move on&mdashbefore it's too late.
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The essential components of a financial planFinancial planning early in your career is perhaps the most important thing you can do to make sure you accomplish your personal and professional goals. In fact, the day you leave school would be a great time to start planning. But regardless of your age or career stage, it's never too late to gain value from a hard look at your financial situation and advice from a financial advisor who can help you identify and implement your financial plan. Here are the essential components of a financial plan:
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Offbeat: Stories of veterinary practice lifeEditor's Note: DVM Newsmagazine's newest column, "Offbeat," gives veterinarians the opportunity to share stories of humor, inspiration, sadness and peculiarity that cross paths daily with veterinary medicine.
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The end is near if things don't change in the veterinary professionLook at the numbers and save yourself-your veterinary practice too.
