Innovation/Technology
The Next Frontier
The move toward biomarker testing is an example of the expansion of preventive, predictive, personalized and participatory animal health care.
Personal Wellness
Minimize maxing out
If you’ve reached your mental limitations as a veterinary professional, get centered, exercise self-compassion and remember to do something fun every day.
Merchandising
How do you measure up?
Client feedback is essential for improving a practice, especially in the purchase of pharmaceuticals and food. If a pet owner is disappointed and you don’t know why and can’t make amends, you might have lost a patient.
Veterinary Education
What Vet School Could Look Like
Four-year programs? No. Blockchain technology? Yes. Income sharing? Perhaps. We have a lot to learn about veterinary education and how knowledge is shared and absorbed.
Diversity and Inclusion
Where are the men?
Veterinary medicine is slowly becoming a female-dominated profession. The reasons are many. Having more role models and promoting the value of a college education are ways to draw males back in.
Human Resources
Who’s managing your practice?
Employees can’t run on autopilot. They need proper training, oversight and feedback. You’re not doing your job if policies aren’t enforced and necessary discipline isn’t meted out.
Pet Insurance
Why is pet insurance so polarizing?
A look at why some veterinary professionals may be resistant to the rise of pet insurance.
Personal/Professional Development
Realize your potential
If you’re ready to elevate your leadership game, hire a coach to help you tap into your natural strengths and make better decisions.