This week on dvm360: The VMX conference is underway, plus more veterinary news
A sneak peek look at this week's highlights.
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NAVC reveals VMX Pet Pitch Competition finalists
Five startup businesses will present their pitches live
3 ways to use teamwork to enhance your practice's marketing strategy
2 specialists discuss the importance of marketing at veterinary practices and the emphasis of teamwork in the marketing scene.
When the going gets tough: 4 ways to persevere in veterinary medicine
Check out these useful strategies for building resiliency so you can thrive and not just survive during adversity.
Adopting a growth mindset: The key to lifelong success
Why changing your perspective can help you thrive in veterinary medicine, plus tips for practicing positive thinking.
Supporting the LGBTQ+ community in the veterinary world and beyond
3 veterinarians define the nuts and bolts of LGBTQ+ allyship, plus offer strategies for nurturing an inclusive environment.
Hot topics in brief: cannabis, corporate consolidation and telemedicine
Change in veterinary medicine is a given. You can embrace the evolution or not, but just be sure you’re aware of what’s trending—because your clients are sure to ask.
VMX 2020—Stop telling your veterinary clients their pet is fat
A pet obesity expert shares tips and strategies on how to best approach this potentially uncomfortable topic. (Hint: Don't use the "f" word.)
VMX 2020—NAVC awards best veterinary ads
At its VMX show this month, the North American Veterinary Community awarded the best advertising, design, digital, experiential and PR campaigns in animal health. See any favorites?
VMX 2020—Tips and tricks for managing feline allergies
Developing a successful treatment plan for common allergies in cats first requires an accurate diagnosis. A veterinary dermatologist provides diagnostic and treatment details to help you put a stop to the scratching.
VMX 2020—How to onboard an approved veterinary assistant
Veterinary technician Janet McConnell shares some useful tips on how to introduce and onboard a new approved veterinary assistant.
VMX 2020—New product roundup
A plethora of new veterinary products, equipment and supplies were revealed for the first time at VMX. Check them out here.
VMX 2020—And the feather goes to…
This year’s Feather in Her Cap Award honored a veterinary industry icon who has made it a priority to mentor other women in the profession.
VMX 2020—Conquering canine anxiety during veterinary visits
Veterinary behavior specialist Dr. Marie Hopfensperger shares tips for helping to combat canine anxiety in your clinic.
VMX 2020—14 tips for a better feline veterinary appointment
We veterinarians like to say, “Cats are not small dogs.” A similar credo differentiates the cat owner from the dog owner.
VMX 2020—3 tips for responding to a bad review
Digital Empathy’s CEO Robert Sanchez offers some practical advice on how your veterinary practice can address the dreaded negative review.
New challenges for veterinary students
NAVC's Chief Veterinary Officer Dana Varble, DVM, explains how veterinary student challenges have evolved since she was a student.
Veterinary students attend VMX for free
Compassion-First Pet Hospitals covers VMX student registration costs.
VMX 2020—Selecting an elimination diet
When you suspect food allergy in a patient, performing an elimination diet trial is easier said than done. A veterinary dermatologist offers insight into how she selects a diet for her patients.
VMX 2020—Pet weight loss and mobility: tips from the pros
Pet obesity is, unfortunately, still making news. But Banfield Pet Hospital is hoping to make progress in the fight against pet overweight and obesity with its 2020 VET Report.
NAVC launches national pet advocacy program
The goal of the new animal community alliance is to unite veterinary professionals and pet lovers throughout the United States to support animals in a host of ways.
Don’t miss these VMX sessions this weekend
The annual Veterinary Meeting and Expo (VMX), which takes place this weekend in Orlando, Florida, promises plenty of opportunities for veterinary professionals to learn the latest on just about every topic under the sun.
VMX 2020—Pet obesity today: challenges and solutions
More than half of adult dogs are overweight, according to a new report from Banfield Pet Hospital and the NAVC. Pet weight management expert Prof. Alex German shares his solutions to this growing problem.