Practice Management
New scholarship program for practice managers is launched
The Mark Opperman Scholarship Award Program honors the association's founder and visionary behind the CVPM certification.
The art of negotiating for a life: A veterinarian's perspective
Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, and Joe Jesse Owens III, DVM, discuss the importance of clear communication and setting boundaries to balance client needs and patient welfare.
How Do I Say…? : Reducing surgery no-shows
Scripts for confident client conversations
Top 2024 dvm360 podcasts: #1
The top episode of dvm360's The Vet Blast Podcast of 2024 is revealed in the final installment of this 5-part series
Top 2024 dvm360 podcasts: #5
A Top 5 episode of dvm360's The Vet Blast Podcast is revealed in our 2024 countdown.
2024 veterinary news in review: #7
dvm360 is counting down the Top 20 news stories and articles from 2024 with this series of spotlights
Updates on xylazine regulation in the US and UK
As the UK leads the charge on banning xylazine, Peter Weinstein, DVM, MBA, and Kelley Detweiler talk about what's next for the US
Creating a successful performance improvement plan
A PIP can be a constructive way to help address challenges for employees having trouble meeting expectations
Don't let this process slip through the cracks when it comes to controlled substance compliance
Veterinary practices face steep penalties for paperwork errors, making proper recordkeeping on controlled substances a non-negotiable aspect of practice management
The 4 P's of controlled substance compliance: people, processes, paperwork, and products
Veterinary practices can simplify controlled substance compliance by focusing on 4 essential pillars
Veterinary Heroes: Gerry Sprague
Known for her calm demeanor, the customer service representative honoree is a valued member of the practice team at Tabernacle Animal Hospital in New Jersey
Understanding COGS in a veterinary hospital
A guide to managing the cost of goods sold
From stockpile to streamlined: Stop tripping over tomorrow's profits
Overstocking in veterinary hospitals is a challenge that often goes unnoticed
The Dilemma: Nurse vs technician
Title clarification and use may be needed for the professionals who assist veterinarians and also care for patients
How to make it more convenient for clients to do business with you
Advanced technology and shifting customer behaviors can help practices communicate more easily and efficiently
3 must-reads on outstanding practice managers
These professionals are working to promote the profession, provide service to their communities, and make a difference in the lives of patients and clients
What is the real solution to fatigue and burnout in the veterinary industry?
Burnout is a word we hear a lot, especially in the veterinary industry. But do we really know what it is, let alone how to beat it?
Difficult clients
How can veterinary teams handle those “difficult clients” when they enter the veterinary clinic?
How to host an effective team meeting
Michael Shirley, chief empowerment officer at Family Pet Health, shares tips on hosting effective and engaging team meetings.
Practice management platform is upgraded with AI infusion and more
Weave software enhancements include veterinary-specific elements drawn from customer feedback
Increasing veterinary access by mitigating language barriers
There are a number of ways practitioners and hospitals can better assist Spanish-speaking pet owners and caretakers
How to write a standard operating procedure (SOP)
In specialty medicine, histories start before the appointment
Obtaining a comprehensive but succinct initial history from clients can be a challenge, especially from worried clients.
Partnership takes aim at practice efficiency and client engagement
The Veterinary Cooperative’s new partnership brings AI communications to nearly 4000 veterinary practices
Partners aim to improve medication management and security
Bond Vet and Cubex are collaborating to create a safe practice environment through automated drug logging and dispensing
What’s in a name?
Addressing clients in a respectful and courteous manner may require change in a clinic’s protocols
How to create an attendance policy
Communicating expectations is key for staff adherence
Is practice ownership for me?
Ashley Randall, DVM, shares her story into practice ownership and provides tips to help others interested in owning their own practice as well
Tackling the tedious logbook
The 4 T's of DEA logbook simplification
Initiative to establish veterinary professional associates will appear on Colorado ballot
Colorado could become the first state to introduce veterinary professional associates by 2026