Practice Management

Stop hurtful and embarrassing comments.

National Report - A new federal law will make it easier for workers to file wage-discrimination lawsuits. Lawyers are cautioning veterinary experts.

Solve inventory problems with this nine-step guide.

Stop scrambling to find obscure objects.

Despite the current recession, few practices have laid off doctors.

Don't give backhanded compliments.

How to implement a pain scoring system.

National Report - Salaries might be flat this year, but the demand for veterinary services remains strong, DVMs say.

Don't expect employees to pay for required special attire.

One-quarter of employees who use computers visit pornographic Web sites.

Here are 5 unsavory types, and how to keep these bad apples from spoiling your team.

You can't fix a problem if you're not aware of it. So find out what you could do better by asking clients.

Suggested Reading for the article, "Staging and management of canine chronic kidney disease," by Gregory Grauer (DVM InFocus, March 2009)

Competition focuses on multimodal treatment of canine osteoarthritis.

Use warm colors to help your employees focus and cool colors to inspire creativity.

You say no, but a new study finds that people act as if it's true.

Previous jobs don't always benefit employees in their current one.

Biden bought a dog. Obama will adopt one. So what am I supposed to do?

Genetics may help determine whether you're the center of social circles or lurking at the edges.

Fill out this quick survey to help the Veterinary Economics editors gain insight into your hiring practices.

A doctor explains the realities of surviving slow times to team members.

A practice manager reminds clients of the importance of wellness care in a downturn.

Common bonding behaviors between pet owners and dogs don't lead to more germs.

British doctors write 10 essays to get postgraduate certification.

What was supposed to be a fun lunch trip turned out to be not so much.

We veterinarians thrive through the success of our technicians.

Mark Opperman explains why you need to review the success of your reminders system.

An open facility is more than a building design; it's a way of life at California Veterinary Specialists in Carlsbad, Calif. The doctors at this practice share space and cases in a convenient, free-flowing facility.

Call attention to your practice with cute and clever signs.

A handy, step-by-step guide on efficiently training receptionists.