Expert Interviews

Shawn McVey says pet owners' financial situations aren't your business

The latest episode of the Five covers a tragic hit-and-run death, a Mexican veterinary college's appeal of an AVMA accreditation decision, and more.

Keeping on top of changes can be difficult, but well worth the effort.

Promoting the profession-and women's leadership-as dean at Penn.

Being concerned about finances is different than worrying about them.

Every day is Earth Day. Celebrate in style by following these green tips from your colleagues.

Dr. Lori Hess worked for months to create a veterinary hospital tailored specifically for exotic animals. Here's a peek at the result.

Spring is stray kitten season. Before you act on your instinct to help, go through these steps.

Learn a tip on how to handle this demanding situation.

Technicians: To truly keep anesthetized patients safe, you must use your hands.

Veterinary architect Mark Hafen, AIA, cites wireless technology as an exciting innovation in design and describes how its implementation is beneficial to the staff and the bottom line.

This edition of The Five comes to you from CVC Baltimore. We report on the keynote presentation about diverse career opportunities, share experts' advice about maximizing profitability, offer a tip about dealing with price shoppers and talk about the latest trends in veterinary hospital design.

Management consultant Denise Tumblin, CPA, points out the importance of avoiding missed charges and provides actual case study examples with some surprising figures.

Consultant Shawn McVey explains the key to a highly functional team.

The Five looks at new flea-product labeling, a shark-wrestling veterinarian, and expert advice on marketing and client communication.

Tick trivia: A clinical quiz, answer 3A

The warning signs of fraud in a practice and how to deal with the situation.

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Saying the wrong thing to clients could result in misunderstandings about the care their pets need.

A few roadblocks and one near-catastrophe stood between Dr. Mark Honaker and his dream practice. But persistence paid off, and Bay Beach Veterinary Hospital in Virginia Beach, Va., functions as his home away from home.

2010 Hospital Design Competition winners

2010 Hospital Design Competition winners

Room to roam

The Five explores punishment in the pet-food recall, news from WVC, and advice on fielding lots of client questions on a busy day.

Dr. Ernie Ward offers tips on maintaining focus during appointments in order to keep on schedule.

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The Five explores veterinary relief efforts in Haiti, humankind's effect on the canine genome, a new technician specialty, and more.