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Generally speaking, managers work in a veterinary practice, while leaders work on the practice. Which role you play depends on how you spend your time.

Longtime veterinary relief technician Liz Hughston, MEd, RVT, CVT, LVT, VTS (SAIM) (ECC), shares 3 things new technicians need to know.

The 2021 “Telehealth Guidelines for Small-Animal Practice” will serve as a roadmap for veterinary practices, offering insightful step-by-step solutions to help incorporate telehealth into practice operations.

Looking to increase your clientele? Find out why your current strategy isn’t working, plus some practical ways to fix it.

“One day you will tell your story of how you overcame what you went through and it will be someone else’s survival guide.” —Brené Brown

Research funded by the Human Animal Bond Research Institute and Pet Partners will evaluate the impact of therapy dog visits on anxiety in children receiving emergency care. 

Cats that are immune to the powers of catnip may still be able to enjoy that special brand of feline fun with alternative plant materials that may work just as well.

The Brave Space Certificate Program will help fortify veterinary practices by supporting inclusion and encouraging open workplace dialogue.

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The first-year students have discovered that they were all adopted from the same Chinese orphanage.

Leadership and wellness coach Kristina Guldbrand explains how to distinguish compassion fatigue from burnout, plus offers tips to help veterinary professionals overcome them.

Considerations for the use of echocardiography to evaluate suspected tumors located in the heart.

To help prevent stories like these, the Pet Poison Hotline recently created “Toxin Tails," an online platform that educates the veterinary community and pet owners about pet poisoning dangers.

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Among the many lessons I learned in veterinary school were these: Don’t be late, and always be prepared.

On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast, Dr Christman is joined by pet expert Steve Dale, CABC, as they discuss some common dental health myths and tips for discussing this important topic with your clients.

This year’s winners will each receive $10,000, mentorship, and an opportunity to participate in a virtual accelerator bootcamp and present their businesses at a virtual pitch competition in March.

Research reveals there may be worse things lurking in your local dog park than inattentive pet owners: namely, intestinal parasites and lots of them. Learn what this means for your veterinary practice and neighborhood.

Consolidating and managing your hospital inventory can save money and streamline practice recommendations.

2020 was a masterclass in chaos, unpredictability, and exhaustion for veterinarians, with perhaps no group hit harder than veterinarians who are also mothers.

In most cats, hyperthyroidism is a relatively straightforward diagnosis, but some cases require a more extensive workup, including measurement of the complete thyroid hormone panel.

Identifying pain in a dog and discussing it with owners can be difficult, but proper pain assessments will improve your canine patients’ quality of life.

Little is guaranteed to associate veterinarians earning a base salary plus a percentage of production. Here’s how to make the best of this compensation situation.

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VMX Rewind provides veterinary professionals the opportunity to earn up to 10 CE credits while watching the most popular VMX 2020 sessions.

Here is your chance to enter—or nominate a colleague for—the 2021 dvm360®/VHMA Practice Manager of the Year contest, sponsored by Nationwide.

On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast, Dr Christman talks with Michael Lucroy, DVM, MS, DACVIM (oncology), about the impact and benefits of immunotherapy in veterinary cancer.

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The goal of this new initiative is to empower technicians to advance their careers by offering them training courses, tailored mentorship, and the opportunity to significantly boost their salary.

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