Career Development

Document everything, and four other tips to help identify and report potential animal abuse

Q. Our doctor is a heavy smoker, and his smoke breaks are getting in the way of patient care. What should I do?

Want to breed strong leaders at your practice? For best results, pair a seasoned pro with a promising prospect, according to a new study.

Getting the most out of your staff helps all involved.

Out in the truck, or inside the surgery suite: Take this quiz to find out whether a facility or a set of wheels would be best for your equine veterinary practice.

In 2005, Hurricane Katrina landed in New Orleans, causing $81 billion in property damage. One of those properties was Dr. Scott Griffith's clinic.

Need some direction? Dr. Scott Griffith shares his insights.

Dr. Griffith hired his son as his practice manager, and it's one of the best choices he made during the launch of his new clinic.

Keep your thoughts and actions positive to starve one of the practicing veterinarian's worst enemies.

Student debt, economy and declining veterinary visits all headlined this year's 2011 Pet Healthcare Industry Summit sponsored by Banfield Pet Hospital.

See what the human-animal bond looks like-err, tastes like

This burned-out doctor found the pulse of his new practice in the heart of his hometown.

Client purging letter

Veterinary Economics Hospital of the Year winner is opening his practice to CVC San Diego attendees.

As a full-time practicing veterinarian with the typical type A personality, I havent given myself ample time over my 27 years to actually venture out -- to be adventurous.

Tired of being stepped on at work? It's time to stand tall and get on top of your career by improving your communication skills.

Schaumburg, Ill. - On the heels of an internal report advocating radical change to the way the organization serves the public and the profession it represents, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) released a new plan to govern its growth over the next several years.

Don't wait until it becomes a more serious problem. Start educating your clients about heart disease today.

St. Louis - Veterinary schools need to graduate veterinarians with real-world skills necessary to immediately contribute to practices or other areas of employment.

Saying you're sorry may go against everything you've been taught as a confident veterinarian, but being honest is the best option

Here's a shorter version of an employee survey designed to explore employee morale and job satisfaction.

Check out this list of tools and apps that can help you become more productive-and might even make you a better veterinarian.

Turns out, pigs don't like 18-gauge needs-or the guy holding them

National Report - Kanab, Utah, just got its second stoplight. And most people living in the community leave their doors unlocked.

Survey your staff and see what your team really thinks about your practice.

Just because you've never heard complaints doesn't mean everyone is happy. Find your fakes and listen to what your team has to say.