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Did you miss our recent recruiting event?
Last month, dvm360 hosted a virtual recruitment fair for recent graduates and other veterinary professionals on the hunt for a new job. If you missed it, don’t worry—you can still register and access the event on demand.
Improving outcomes for patients in respiratory distress
Veterinary teams must be prepared to provide immediate triage and assessment for patients that are having difficulty breathing.
If drug-resistant pyoderma scares you, don’t panic. Plan.
Advice from a veterinary dermatologist for treating drug-resistant skin infections in your patients while protecting their owners and your staff from possible exposure.
The team approach to veterinary telemedicine
Using telehealth can maximize staff efficiency, provide clients with face-to-face care, and increase practice revenue. Here’s a look at the role technicians can and should play in providing virtual care.
Episode 15: Using technology to improve veterinary practice efficiency
On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast, Dr. Christman talks with Andrew Luna from Vetstoria about the many ways technology can be used to increase productivity in veterinary practice.
An overdue awakening: Addressing systemic racism in veterinary medicine
The demand for equity, diversity, and inclusion is being heard throughout the nation. In the veterinary profession, affinity groups are demanding less talk and more action.
New nonprofit to tackle the lack of diversity in veterinary medicine
Pawsibilities connects individuals from underrepresented groups and offers mentorship opportunities.
How veterinary practices can thrive despite COVID-19
A healthcare financial expert shares strategies for increasing sales and traffic at your practice despite changes brought on by the pandemic.
PrideVMC promotes the LGBTQ+ veterinary community
The long-running organization is partnering with its student-run arm, Pride Student VMC, to create scholarship and mentorship opportunities.
Maximizing virtual client touchpoints
Ideas for improving client relationships during curbside care that don’t cost much but have a big payoff in terms of bonding clients to your practice well beyond the pandemic.
AVMA releases CBD resource guide for veterinarians
This new comprehensive guide highlights the latest scientific learnings and regulatory information on cannabis-derived products in animals.
Dog foods recalled due to elevated aflatoxin levels and Salmonella risk
There have been no reports of illness related to any of the products recently recalled by Sunshine Mills, Inc.
Fetch dvm360 announces second virtual veterinary conference
Registration is now open for our November Fetch dvm360 virtual conference, which combines 3 of our exclusive annual live events: Fetch Indianapolis, Fetch San Diego, and the Atlantic Coast Veterinary Conference.
Episode 13: The traveling veterinary neurologist
In this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast, Dr. Christman is joined by veterinary neurosurgeon Dr. Antonio Bowens, who shares his journey to becoming a traveling neurologist.
Checking all the boxes in veterinary wellness visits
The diagnostic power of veterinary wellness visit screenings is undeniable, but deciding what tests should be run for all your patients is daunting. Here’s a guide to doing it right.
Targeted therapy for allergic dermatitis: just what the doctor ordered
Fast and effective therapy is the key to relieving pets from the discomfort of allergic itching. Learn how targeted therapies are making a difference and changing the lives of allergic dogs and their owners.
Episode 12: The 4 P’s of positive leadership
In this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast, a certified compassion fatigue professional shares his framework for positive leadership in the veterinary community.
Dr. Fauci addresses AVMA conference attendees
Closing the AVMA virtual conference late last month, Dr. Anthony Fauci updated attendees about COVID-19 and thanked them for the work they do to promote animal and human health.
AAHA/AAFP release updated feline vaccine guidelines
The guidelines stress the importance of individualized vaccine recommendations based on a host of factors related to patient exposure and susceptibility risk.
AVMA virtual convention keynote: Redefining wealth
During the opening keynote at the AVMA Virtual Convention last month, a financial expert discussed the true meaning of wealth and the importance of self-care in achieving success.
Earning your reputation
As the new veterinarian in town, Dr. Brock wanted to cultivate a good reputation. But would he fail before he even got started?
Veterinary hospital design honed by experience
Nearly 40 years of practice ownership gave this veterinarian a clear picture of what he wanted in his brand-new facility.
The veterinary technician’s role in trauma cases
Technicians can be a huge asset when emergent patients are brought into a veterinary hospital, as this case report illustrates.
Understanding damages in veterinary employment contracts
Before you sign that shiny new contract, make sure you understand all of its provisions.
Private-sector veterinary hospital ratifies union contract
This historic agreement will address the low wages and unjust policies within the profession, thus making veterinary medicine a more viable career.
The Dilemma: ‘What I do on my time is my business’
Does a veterinary practice have the right to force staff to follow COVID-19 safety protocols even when they are not working?
What is veterinary clinical informatics, and why does it matter?
A look at this important area and how it applies to practicing veterinarians and paraprofessionals.
Episode 10: Why cybersecurity matters in veterinary practice
In this episode of the Vet Blast Podcast, Dr. Christman talks with cybersecurity expert Clint Latham, JD, about what makes veterinary practices vulnerable to cyberattack—and how to protect your hospital and your clients.
Drugs and supplements: Working together to manage veterinary pain
When your patients are really hurting, a one-size-fits-all approach won’t cut it. Alleviating pain and discomfort is best achieved through a combination of modalities, including pharmaceuticals and supplements.
5 Building blocks of personal innovation
Veterinary leadership expert Dr. Mia Cary shares a few key strategies for personal growth that will help you better serve your clients, your colleagues, and yourself.