Expert Interviews

Dr. Jason Stull has three ways to curb the disturbing trend of antimicrobial resistance.

Tina Wismer, DVM, DABVT, DABT, MS, medical director at the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center, explains how to handle suspected animal intoxication.

Edward MacKillop DVM, DACVIM (Neurology), veterinary neurologist and neurosurgeon at Pittsburgh Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center (PVSEC), discusses new therapies for dog epilepsy.

Edward MacKillop DVM, DACVIM (Neurology), veterinary neurologist and neurosurgeon at Pittsburgh Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Center (PVSEC), discusses epilepsy in dogs.

David Liss, RVT, VTS, CVPM, program director at Platt College, discusses how lapses in critical thinking can negatively affect patient care.

Anthony Carr, DMV, DACVIM (SAIM), professor at University of Saskatchewan, discusses changes in the diagnosis of Cushing's disease.

Mark Stephenson, DVM, chief veterinarian at Voyce PRO, explains the correlations between increased heart and respiratory rates and pain in animals.

​Ray Ramirez, DVM, owner and speaker of Ramirezdvm.com, explains the difference between veterinary staff humor and client humor.

Joseph Hruban, transition broker at Omni Practice Group, discusses how veterinarians can prepare to sell their practice.

Rebecca Rose, CVT, president and founder of Catalyst Veterinary Practice Consultants, explains the difference between a courageous conversation and a difficult conversation.

Don't be embarrassed if you don't understand (or haven't kept up with) NAVTA's National Credential Initiative. Here's a quick breakdown of what it isand what it means for veterinary technicians (and the profession). Bonus: No test at the end!

Ken Yagi, BS, RVT, VTS (ECC, SAIM), hits the pavement at CVC in Kansas City to find out what pet owners really think when they hear the words "veterinary technician" and "veterinary nurse."

Veterinary cancer specialist Dr. Sue Ettinger has learned the hard way that client communication isn't one-size-fits-all.

M. Scott Echols, DVM, ABVP, owner of Echols Veterinary Services, discusses the illegal African Grey parrot trade.

M. Scott Echols, DVM, ABVP, owner of Echols Veterinary Services, discusses some key ethicals considerations to owning a wild animal.

Larry Oxenham, senior advisor at American Society for Asset Protection (ASAP), outlines strategies veterinarians can take to protect their assets.

David Liss, RVT, VTS, CVPM, program director at Platt College, discusses critical steps in achieving flawless adrenal testing.

Deborah Stone, MBA, PhD, CVPM, CEO of STONE Veterinary Practice Management, discusses why veterinarians are more likely to experience work-related burn-out.

Anne Barger, DVM, MS, DACVP, clinical professor in pathobiology at University of Illinois, explains the benefits of veterinarians performing in-house cytology.

Anne Barger, DVM, MS, DACVP, clinical professor in pathobiology at University of Illinois, outlines common challenges associated with performing cytology in the veterinary practice.

Dr. Mary Gardner says it's not just about quality of life but also quality of death.

Anne Barger, DVM, MS, DACVP, clinical professor in pathobiology at University of Illinois, explains how veterinarians can improve their skills in cytology.

Veterinary technicians can perform many high level tasks in the hospital. If they're allowed to.

Yes, but CVC educator Brian Conrad wants you WATCH YOUR LANGUAGE.

Is taking a look behind the scenes of veterinary practice a useful teaching tool or management bullying?

Debbie Martin, LVT, VTS (Behavior), animal behavior technician for Veterinary Behavior Consultations, co-owner of Team Education in Animal Behavior, explains how Fear Free concepts can alleviate handling- and restrain-induced stress.

Getting the most out of your clinic's footprint is the new sexy design

Debbie Martin, LVT, VTS (Behavior), animal behavior technician for Veterinary Behavior Consultations, co-owner of Team Education in Animal Behavior, explains how using nutraceuticals and pharmaceuticals can reduce anxiety in animals during veterinary visits.

Dr. Julia Whittington explains the importance of taking the time to observe critical exotic pets before diving in with therapeutic measur

TJ Houk, chief data officer of Data and Analytics at Trupanion, discusses how experiences with pet health insurance companies continues to improve.