Technology

Dr. David McGrath is owner of seven practices, and at one time they used four software programs between them. Now they all use the same system. This has allowed them to try new ideas to boost compliance, which so far have resulted in gross revenue increases of up to 50 percent. Take Dr. McGrath's lessons into account as you evaluate your own practice software-and what it can do for you.

Skyrocketing energy prices and concerns about global warming prompted the owner of Middlebury Animal Hospital in Middlebury, Conn., to invest in solar energy.

The only thing that anyone can count on for sure in the arena of paperless veterinary practice is that the experience is different for everyone.

Check out these noteworthy facts and trends from the American Kennel Club.

Hurricanes. Embezzlers. Lawsuits. If you put the proper safeguards in place, you can stay out of trouble.

I've had quite a few mishaps with my cell phone. I wasn't worried this last time, though, because I'd opted for the "backup assistant" service provided by my wireless carrier. At least my contact list would be safe-so I thought.

Total employment is expected to increase by 15.6 million jobs during the 2006-2016 decade, according to the most recent employment projections from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

An effective e-mail program gives your practice a high-tech image, says author Ralph Laurie.

June 2007 BPA Statement for Firstline

AVHC Staff

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Send your team home on time and impress clients by replacing old-fashioned callbacks with e-mails and text messages.

OK, so let's say you disagreed with Mark Opperman last month. You've done fine without written employment contracts, and you never intend to put one in place. Or maybe you tried to move to twice-yearly exams in November, and every client refused your recommendation ...

Present this form to new pet owners to educate them about signs their pet is sick.

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2007 BPA Statement -- DVM Newsmagazine

Will that new piece of equipment pull its weight in your practice?

Avoid sticky liability issues, and make sure your team knows what you expect when they navigate the 'Net.

You've bought new digital radiography equipment. Now where will your fees land? Will you just break even or make a profit?

Walkie-talkies keep this practice connected. Could this gadget help your team?

Five pluses to to using your voicemail to get the right messages to the right people in a timely manner.

Q: How do I counteract poor reviews of my clinic on the Internet?

Q: How many incoming phone lines does my practice need for each veterinarian?

"Does the cassette slip around every time you move the animal on the radiograph table?" asks Lynn Kessel, practice manager at Round Rock Animal Hospital in Round Rock, Texas.