Technicians

Why is it that 60% of a manager's time is spent on human resource issues?

Transfusion of blood products is an important lifesaving measure performed frequently in veterinary medicine.

In the last ten years, exfoliative cytology has been gaining popularity as a diagnostic aid in veterinary practice.

The demand for better care has resulted in unprecedented interest and involvement of the veterinary community in shelter operations.

Veterinary dentistry is emerging as one of the fastest growing "new" disciplines of veterinary patient care.

Endodontics is the diagnosis and treatment of diseases inside the tooth that affect the tooth pulp and apical periodontal tissues.

Anatomic and physiologic considerations are the basis for proper diagnostic techniques.

The main goal of fracture repair is to regain a normal and comfortable occlusion.

The field of veterinary dentistry has changed rapidly in the last few years.

It is very important that the veterinary technician know the normal anatomy of the canine and feline.

Pet abandonment is on the rise. Here's how you can help struggling clients and their animals.

A fashionable look at this issue's behind the scenes.

CE remains a sound investment-even in tight economic times.

See where you and your clients stand on getting the standard recommended care.

Here are three ways to help clients afford care and keep pets at optimum health.

Team members don't know what to say to educate clients about feline heartworms.

Here's a quick snapshot of the average Firstline reader, according to our 2009 Team Trends Study.

Conflict happens-and that's OK. But if it's not handled correctly, people and pets suffer.

Save time and money by tapping into your practice's technological potential.

Find out your primary job responsibilities by position.

When team members look to each other for juicy stories, one of three situations is occurring. Are these circumstances happening at your practice?

Here's a look at average employee earnings by position and region. How does your pay stack up?

Here's how to talk to dog owners about hydration.

Role-playing doesn't have to be hokey or scary. Here's how to do it right

Talk to dog owners about obsessive behaviors.

Practice owners may not be the only liable party.

You care for pets, but not yourself. Change that with help from this video by Sheila Grosdidier.

You can't do it all. But a speaker at this year's AVMA conference has seven steps to help you do what's most important.