
Practice Management
Efficiency’s Role in 2026 and Beyond
Productivity must be driven by purpose, informed by insight and applied intentionally.
Practice Management
What’s a Leader to Do?
For better or worse, the words and actions of those in charge directly influence the behavior of everyone else.
Finance
Weighing the Cost and Value of Relief Vets
Warning lights should flash when the compensation paid to fill-in doctors reaches 30% of production.
Practice Management
The Pros of Joining a GPO
Purchasing products and contracting for services often comes cheaper when independent practices team up for the common good.
Practice Management
Q&A: Cliques, Client Complaints and Same-Day Appointments
Opening Shots columnist Dr. Ernie Ward answers your questions.
Practice Management
Coaching the Talkative Doctor
Data will tell you whether your veterinarian needs to speed things up or is doing just fine.
Personal/Professional Development
Engaging Gen Z in the Veterinary Workforce
83% of Gen Zers see mentorship as very important in their careers.
Personal/Professional Development
Don’t Let Success Drain You Emotionally
Establishing personal and professional guardrails protects the owner behind the business.

