Technicians
How to be more direct with your veterinary clients
Find out how to stop asking closed-ended questions and discover the power of “telling” your clients what their pet needs.
Merck unveils new companion animal and equine business lead
The company has promoted from within to fulfill the role.
This week on dvm360: A new podcast episode and more veterinary news
A sneak peek at this week’s headlines.
News wrap-up: This week's headlines, plus top holiday pet hazards
Check out this week's top veterinary headlines.
Don’t eat that!: Top 3 pet holiday hazards
With the holiday season in full effect, make sure to educate your clients about the dangers these common festive items can pose to their pets.
Tools of the trade
Sometimes sheer panic is the impetus for ingenuity.
Finessing the feline physical
A systematic, streamlined examination style that uses minimal touch to maximize data while minimizing stress.
The emerging digital cytology frontier, and the trailblazing veterinarians pioneering the industry forward
More veterinarians are beginning to embrace digital cytology to provide their patients and clients with first-class veterinary care. (Sponsored by ScopioVet)
KC Animal Corridor announces 2020 Iron Paw Award recipient
KC Animal Health Corridor has named the winner of its 2020 Iron Paw Award, which spotlights individuals who advance the veterinary space through dedication, innovation, education, and spreading public awareness.
The Association for Veterinary Informatics honors its 2020 award recipient
The AVI recognized the winner of the 2020 Allen W. Hahn Lifetime Achievement award, given only to those who use their informatics knowledge to better the veterinary profession.
The Dilemma: temper, temper!
Should a team member be fired for one isolated incident of physical abuse toward a seemingly aggressive patient during these stressful, unprecedented times?
Malpractice: Are you covered?
Despite the assurances of well-meaning practice owners, associate veterinarians may not be as protected as they think in the event of a lawsuit.
This week on dvm360: New podcast episodes and more veterinary news
A sneak peak at this week’s headlines.
A brighter and more inclusive future for veterinary medicine
The VHMA seeks to promote excellence in the veterinary field by opening the pipeline towards a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive profession.
Study reveals that younger veterinary professionals have higher burnout rates
Results from a recent study found that veterinary team members under age 30 had the highest burnout rates and were less enthusiastic about their jobs.
How to build trust in the emergency setting
Know how to communicate with and comfort clients, especially during critical moments, when you are not the primary veterinarian.
News wrap-up: This week's headlines, plus a new cancer screening test
Check out this week’s top headlines.
Tips for resolving veterinary team conflict
Communication experts Carolyn Shadle, PhD, and John Meyer, PhD, offer useful strategies for diffusing staff conflict at your veterinary practice.
Caring for those who are caring for those
While charged with managing the health of 4-legged patients, veterinarians must also be cognizant of burnout in their 2-legged caregivers when those pets are sick. To do so, we must also care for ourselves.
FDA approves intratumoral injection for dogs
Stelfonta provides an additional treatment option for local mast cell tumors on or under the skin in canine patients.
Hiring new talent: Why soft skills matter
When it comes to hiring new team members at your veterinary practice, you should consider a nice balance of both technical and soft skills. Here’s why, plus how to identify key soft skills.
Upcoming veterinary webinars: 4 free live events
These 1-hour events will address a wide array of veterinary topics including owner compliance, pet insurance, oncology, and telemedicine.
New cancer screening test for dogs now available
The simple blood test employs technology that looks for very early nucleosomic markers of cancer in dogs.
New data-driven insights help you prepare for a strong future
New insight illuminates the path veterinary practices should take to improve patient care, client satisfaction, and your bottom line in 2021 and beyond.
The doctor and the brick
A veterinarian’s keen eye saved not just a mare and filly that Sunday night, but also a long-lost treasure.
Episode 31: The origin of cat breeds
On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast, Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, is joined by Kash Kuruppu, DVM, who discusses the history of cat breeds and the significance of DNA testing.
BluePearl acquires Pet Hospice
The corporate veterinary hospital chain will now offer in-home hospice, palliative care, and euthanasia to pets in select California cities and counties.
Episode 30: Finding balance in veterinary medicine
On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast, Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, is joined by practice manager Alec Failor and practice owner Tracy Sands, DVM, who discuss strategies for balancing work and personal life.
Commentary:The impending demise of the small veterinary practice
A veterinary practice owner explains how the younger generation of veterinarians can help preserve small local practices
Monetizing veterinary telemedicine: It can be done
Using data from more than 2500 cases, Aaron Smiley, DVM, explains how adding paid telehealth services improves veterinary practice workflow, increases revenue, and boosts client satisfaction.