Finance

There is little doubt that we, as a profession, are suffering the multiple effects of not-enough-self-­interest.

This photo tour, developed by veterinary architect Mark Hafen, AIA, gives you a glimpse at 11 different exam rooms. Find inspiration in the shape, materials, and functionality of these great examples.

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Scattered inventory and inefficient procedures cost you time and money. Here's a solution.

Washington -- The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) plans to accept applications for a federal veterinary student loan repayment program that has been seven years in the making by April.

Find out whether you're an indispensable employee, an adequate assistant, or a terrible team member.

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Veterinary law expert Doug Jack describes a veterinary lien and cautions veterinarians about their use in the case of companion animals.

Dr. Dirk Yelinek combines mainstream and holistic therapies. Find out how you can, too.

Veterinary clients opt for bundled boarding packages in greater numbers.

When it comes to setting fees for professional services, we prefer a bottom-up approach.

The challenge for veterinarians is to look at the short- and long-term economic landscape and adjust our expenses accordingly

Which client payment options are right for your practice?

Q&A on financial benchmarks every veterinary practice should watch.

Will your practice's rent pass IRS scrutiny?

We all probably know the colorful humor that starts out with "What are the three greatest lies ever told?" To me they relate to the current misconceptions about the future of our profession.

The following veterinary hospitals have entered the 2010 Veterinary Economics Hospital Design Contest. Click each practice name to view the entry details.

Large veterinary hospital floor plan of this 2010 Hospital Design People's Choice Award contestant.

I have an idea of what I?d like my clinic to look like. Now how do I design an equally impressive parking lot?

BDA Architecture founder shares his insights into today's exam room design and functionality.

This year looks like another downer, says CPA firm Lacher McDonald and Co. But these tips can help you tread water and maybe improve.

The end of the year sees another dip in revenue.

Evaluate your animal hospital's staffing, equipment, inventory and more

Will the value of our homes and business real estate return to pre-2008 levels? Is it time to sell or buy? Will we ever get back to normal?

Are you looking at the right things when it comes to setting fees?

Dr. Robin Downing has built a comprehensive osteoarthritis pain management system that uses a combination of modalities.

I'm a new associate immersed in my first contract negotiation. What are the benefits of a 401(k) vs. a Roth IRA?