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Discussing veterinary team problems
As an associate, what do I do about team management problems when I don't have the authority to address them?
Single-serve preventives
This time-saving technique will help your veterinary staff stay on schdule and keep your clients happy.
Letter of the Law: 4 ways to provide transparency in the veterinary workplace
Veterinary employers would benefit from adopting the sunshiny practices of labor unions and government.
Florida veterinarian helps colleagues LOL
Veterinarian by day, cartoonist by night, Dean Scott, DVM, deals with stresses through humor at funnyvet.com.
Ethical dilemma: How a veterinarian should handle a case of puppy abuse
A longtime client admits to an episode of abuse, and a veterinarian weighs her options.
Veterinarians: Embrace change and channel your inner problem-solver
Accept the challenges of veterinary medicine by branching out of your comfort zone-even if it's forced upon you.
Reference sheet: Dos and Don'ts for a smooth veterinary visit
Exam room reference sheet
Up and away
Keep your veterinary supplies in their place with this space-saving idea.
Make every visit a treat for veterinary patients
Happy patients mean happy clients and team members. Take advantage of this rewards system and exam room form, and give everyone a reason to rejoice.
6 steps to better behavior
If your patients are known for their devilish behavior, find out how you can help your practice step up behavior services to change that
Two technology tools that can enhance veterinary practice
Drs. Alan Green and David Sachs use a census board and fax report to help increase efficiency at Charleston Veterinary Referral Center.
Play offense in the pharmaceutical marketplace
Consultant Fritz Wood explains how and why it’s essential to the health of veterinary practices.
Top 10 ways veterinarians infuriate their technicians
Hospital howlers that send the team screaming.
Educate clients about mosquito-borne diseases
West Nile Virus is in the news again. Arm your clients with information to help keep their pets safe.
The biggest veterinary practice land mine
Mind your way and sidestep potential clinic troubles.
Lost focus? Target your true purpose
Many obstacles stand in the way of your happiness and success as a veterinarian, but a little introspection and team management can get you back on track
Veterinary client communication: Educate, educate, and educate some more
Calm client fears about radioiodine treatment.
Millie's love: Life after pet loss
When a caregiver brought an ill and severely matted cat to our practice, our veterinary team began a journey that demonstrated the bonds of love and compassion that can blossom among pets, their people, and a veterinary team.
A twist on noisy children in your veterinary practice
A simple solution to tame rowdy children in the waiting room.
The critical role of nutrition for hospitalized veterinary patients
Every hospitalized pet needs a nutritional assessment. Establishing realistic feeding goals is an important part of patient care to enhance the likelihood of a positive outcome.
Know your vacation plan
How should practitioners calculate vacation?
Bound by debt: Veterinarians struggle with student loans in a tepid economy
Years after graduating, this Utah veterinarian is still in the grips of his student loan burden. But hope is on the horizon as he finally closes in on his dream of owning a practice.
Make a connection with older veterinary clients
Focus on compassion when working with elderly clients.
Comfort waiting veterinary patients
Give anxious dogs relief during their stay.
Help veterinary clients with angels in the cupboard
An easy way to help clients who can't afford care.
5 steps to prep for painful discussions
Pet owners don't want their animals to hurt. But when you tell veterinary clients their pets are suffering, your words might also cause pain. Here's how to lessen the hurt and help pets and clients feel better.
Veterinary technicians: Hold on, that ain't chicken broth
Collect urine easily with this common household utensil.
Veterinary tips to tackle tough flea and tick talks
Education is key to keeping clients' pets pest-free.
Ask Shawn: Dissed by our veterinarian
Our veterinarian constantly picks on everything we do at work. Help!
Signs, signs, everywhere signs in your veterinary practice
Eliminate cage cards and save paper with this tip.