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News|Videos|April 9, 2014

Top 5 ways not to welcome a new veterinarian

Roll out the worst welcome wagon ever with these tips.

A recent veterinary school graduate or new associate might rightly expect to be welcomed to their prospective clinic with open arms. Dr. Andy Roark is here to demonstrate five ways to completely fail in this endeavor.


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