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Association seeks more practices for program on profitability
The AVMA is seeking one practice owner or senior associate and one practice manager from each of 50 clinics to participate in a program dedicated to…
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A spur to action for practice owners
Preliminary numbers from a survey of American Association of Equine Practitioners members—conducted by the AVMA Veterinary Economics Division—show a…
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House asks for review of unlicensed practice
Dialogue in the AVMA House of Delegates about the unlicensed practice of veterinary medicine led to two recommendations forwarded to the Board of…
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Groups making free accounting codes for pet practices
Veterinary organizations are developing a free standardized bookkeeping structure that practices could use to measure performance.
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Creating cat-friendly practices, homes, and shelters
The American Association of Feline Practitioners is trying to make the world a friendlier and healthier place for cats.
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Standardized chart of accounts can boost practices’ financial health
Your veterinary practice now has access to a free, powerful finance tool that will help you assess and improve financial health.
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Passion for people, horses drives AAEP president
Dr. R. Reynolds Cowles Jr. is passionate about a lot of things. When he’s not treating horses or giving talks on practice management, he can be found…
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Veterinary workers explore forming a union
Historically, unions have not had a meaningful presence in veterinary medicine because of the preponderance of independent practices.
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Advisory panel report offers guidance on telemedicine
Telemedicine is a tool of veterinary practice, not a separate discipline within the profession, and must be conducted within the…
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New service helps veterinarians navigate online review sites
The AVMA has expanded its program on cyberbullying and online reputation management through its partnership with Bernstein Crisis
Financial Literacy: What does that even mean?
Young veterinarians often carry large student debt loads, and many have no training in financial management or planning.
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NAVTA to work closer with AVMA
The AVMA Board of Directors authorized the Association to pursue an agreement to provide management services to the National Association
Telehealth and the VCPR
Having a veterinarian-client-patient relationship in place is critical whenever practicing veterinary medicine, whether you are practicing in person…
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AVMA makes strategic investment in AVMF
AVMA Board of Directors at its November 2016 meeting approved a request of $450,000 in operational support for the American Veterinary
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Report: Free reminder program re-engages inactive clients
A free reminder program from Partners for Healthy Pets successfully re-engages inactive clients at companion animal practices,
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The quirks of working with goats and sheep
Dr. Chris Duemler of Brodhead Veterinary Medical Center in Brodhead, Wisconsin, has always been fascinated with goats and finds
Tools to strengthen your veterinary team
Workplace culture can directly affect business success and contribute to better patient care. Strengthen and empower your veterinary team with these…
Service models for veterinary telemedicine
Connected care isn't a one-size-fits-all proposition. Veterinarians can customize a telemedicine program that fits the unique needs of the individual…
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WVC conference concludes with eye on expansion
More than 14,000 veterinary professionals gathered March 5-9 in Las Vegas for the 89th annual meeting of the Western Veterinary Conference, held at…
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Veterinarians Incorporated
Corporations have been acquiring veterinary practices for decades, and yet, an estimated 85 to 95 percent of U.S. veterinary hospitals remain…
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South Carolina Association of Veterinarians
Annual conference, Nov. 10-13, 2016, Greenville
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USDA releases equine industry study results
The Department of Agriculture’s National Animal Health Monitoring System published the first report from its Equine 2015 study,
Case studies: Veterinary telemedicine
Explore case studies to see how other veterinarians are using modern technology to improve patient care and meet business challenges.
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Animal welfare, health policies updated
Animals used in pre-college education should not be subjected to uses that cause any pain, an updated AVMA policy states.