Practice Management

Use this strategy instead of color-coding patient records.

If you?re managing a divided team, try this rivalry-specific advice for ending the practice standoffs.

Use this handy storage solution to keep brochures in one place.

Most women believe they are trustworthy, but many can?t resist the temptation of revealing secrets.

Men and women don't really speak with differing levels of authority; it has to do with perceptions of subject matter.

A snip here and a snip there may just put an end to the large number of animals euthanized each year in San Joaquin County, Calif. At least, that?s the idea behind a new veterinary hospital that opened there in July and only performs spays and neuters. Since opening, the ACT Spay/Neuter Clinic has sterilized more than 500 animals.

Remind your team what goes in medical waste and what goes in the dumpster.

Even with electronic medical record systems, healthcare providers continue using "pen and paper workarounds," according to a study appearing in the September issue of the International Journal of Medical Informatics.

Twitter and similar sites are becoming more than time-wasters.

The National Commission on Veterinary Economic Issues (NCVEI) just made it easier for veterinary practice owners to stay on top of their financial needs by renovating its Web site.

A new study analyzes the different ways in which dog owners relate to their pets.

Study shows harassment is less about sex and more about domination.

Be prepared to show how your education benefits your equine practice's bottom line.

Trust me-you have "10" employees in your town, no matter how small it is.

What can team members do to help veterinarians as they refer more cases?

Violate the 5-to-7 ratio at your risk. That is the ratio between a veterinary practice's gross revenue and the cost of paraprofessional staff. Anything outside that ratio is bad for the practice.

While the production model is supposed to encourage doctors to take on challenges and go beyond the call of duty, Dr. Andrew Rollo worries that greed and pettiness can ruin the working environment and harbor ill will.

The recession may have derailed your compliance numbers, but you can take steps to stay on top of your game.

Putting issues on the table and talking about them openly isn't easy, but if you want a healthy work environment, it's necessary. To get you started, Shawn McVey, MA, MSW, shares this example.

Use the time clients spend in the waiting room to collect samples and take patient history.

How to replace underachieving team members with overachievers.

Managers: You need to delegate more. Here's how to do it right.

Asking about strengths and weaknesses will only reveal so much information. Dig deeper to find job candidates' true capabilities.

If you?re a dog lover, this should come as no surprise: A new study out of Great Britain claims dogs are smarter than cats.

A common complaint among veterinary team members is lack of respect in the workplace. Mark Opperman, CVPM, offers advice on how to properly communicate staff appreciation.

New study shows efficiency may decrease as members climb hierarchy

Rethink your strategy to using technology in your practice, and things might run more smoothly.

Offering programs to increase efficiency can result in a varied culture at your practice.