The Life of a Military VeterinarianJuly 14, 2014 Follow Veterinary Practice News on Twitter at @vetpetnews. I have heard a number of military members praise their career as being very rewarding. They fight for our country and save lives while doing so. Some of the lives they save are those of working military animals. These animals are their family away from home. They work beside servicemen and women of all branches of the military, and they need just as much care as their human companions. That’s when the role of veterinarian becomes especially important. Even though the Army is the only branch with veterinarians, these men and women aimed to serve the United States while treating animals are deployed not just to Army bases, but to the other military branches as well. As rewarding as being a military member may be, it must be doubly rewarding to be a military veterinarian. There is the reward of what the military stands for, but also the reward of treating and saving animals for those who are in battle, who need some sort of stability, of normalcy, of some semblance of home. Sadly, military veterinarians are sometimes placed in …
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A Look Inside Aquatic Veterinary MedicineJuly 14, 2014 Follow Veterinary Practice News on Twitter at @vetpetnews. When people think of veterinarians, they think of doctors that treat cats and dogs. Those with birds or people with farms containing large animals may think differently. But for the most part cats and dogs are what come to mind. In this video of the week, the focus is on aquatic veterinarians. Aquatic veterinary medicine is a growing field, and probably one not often thought about by those outside the industry. However, it is the aquatic veterinarian response for our pet fish (from goldfish to koi), the marine mammals living in our oceans (or we go to see at SeaWorld) and the fish and seafood we eat. Watch this video to explore all of what being an aquatic veterinarian entails.
A Special Thanks to Equine VeterinariansJuly 14, 2014 Follow Veterinary Practice News on Twitter at @vetpetnews. You spent years studying to become a veterinarian, pouring over books and information, learning technique and procedures. When you officially became a practicing veterinarian, answering to "Doctor,” you spent hours treating ailing animals. You checked that well animals were still well. You may have even been the one a client turned to at the end of their pet’s life. In return you get the satisfaction of saving a pet, the joy from a client spilling over to you. Maybe you feel the fatigue of working long hours or the stress of a particularly long and trying day. Chances are those are the days you remember most – a lost pet, or perhaps a client’s wrath. But for all the hard work you do, you deserve thanks. Thanks for treating a client’s pet – whether or not it survived. Thanks for support in difficult situations. Thanks for doing your job and doing it well. In this video, several horse owners do just that: give a much-deserved thanks to their equine veterinarians.
Meet Courtney, a 15-Year-Old Veterinary AssistantJuly 7, 2014 Follow Veterinary Practice News on Twitter at @vetpetnews Disney’s “Citizen Kid” boasts the motto “An ordinary kid doing extraordinary things.” This video features Courtney Oliver, a young lady who became a veterinary assistant shortly after she turned 10. Her persistence and drive has propelled her career. An animal lover since early childhood, Courtney began calling her local veterinary practice to ask if she could volunteer. She was just 8 years old. Being told ‘no’ several times did not deter her. She just kept calling until that ‘no’ became a ‘yes.’ Now, at 15, she’s a certified veterinary assistant, on her way to becoming a vet tech. She is an inspiration to others that with effort you can achieve your dreams. After all, failure does not exist for those who don’t give up. Want more veterinarian videos? Check out the previous Video of the Week: The Curious Case of Jax. See all veterinarian videos here.
Veterinarian Saves Puppy That Can’t Gain WeightJune 30, 2014Follow Veterinary Practice News on Twitter at @vetpetnews. Jax is a 10-month-old puppy who suffers from a rare condition making it nearly impossible for him to gain any weight. Veterinarians informed Jax’s owners that surgery was necessary to save his life. However, the procedure was too expensive for the family. To witness a member of the family go through such a harrowing experience, to see him growing thinner and thinner and not have the means to save him must have been a devastating experience. Just seeing Jax's bones through his skin in this video was heartbreaking to me. But thanks to a veterinarian who goes by Dr. Matt, Jax and his family didn't have to suffer long. Dr. Matt heard of the situation and volunteered to conduct the surgery, which revealed Jax’s intestines were full of grass, dirt and mulch. Thankfully Jax is now healthy and recovering. Want more veterinarian videos? Check out the previous Video of the Week: Why Vet Emergency Teams Are Superheroes See all veterinarian videos here.
Why Vet Emergency Teams Are SuperheroesJune 23, 2014 Follow Veterinary Practice News on Twitter at @vetpetnews. Superman? Batman? Spiderman? All are superheroes, as are first responders – the police officers, firefighters and EMTs that arrive to the scene to help those in need. Unbeknownst to many people, veterinarians are often part of that team. They help injured animals, ensure the safety of working and military dogs, help avert zoonotic disease outbreaks and keep track of health concerns. All that they do in these situations makes Veterinary Emergency Teams superheroes. Want more veterinarian videos? Check out the previous Video of the Week: Veterinary Team Treats Mauled Lioness See all veterinarian videos here.
Video: Veterinary Team Treats Mauled LionessJune 16, 2014Follow Veterinary Practice News on Twitter at @vetpetnews. Staff at the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust in Nairobi, Kenya in Africa called veterinarian Michael Ngatho Njoroge of the Kenyan Wildlife Service on an urgent matter. Siena, a lioness, was clinging to life after having been gouged by a buffalo's horn. The result was a gaping wound;11-year-old Siena's flesh dangled from her body.
Peek Inside The Online Veterinary Anatomy MuseumJune 2, 2014 Follow Veterinary Practice News on Twitter at @vetpetnews Mark Evans, veterinarian-turned-television-presenter, gives viewers a virtual tour of the Online Veterinary Anatomy Museum (OVAM), a collaborative project led by the Royal Veterinary College in the United Kingdom. OVAM provides free online veterinary resources as a supplement to veterinary students' traditional classes, without students having to search for the content on multiple websites. This one-stop shop contains peer-reviewed material, including a horse's foot designed by Per Karlsson, which is demonstrated in the video above. Other resources include online lectures, a 3D dog skeleton, interactive pig anatomy and more. Veterinary students, under the direction of academic experts, are curators of OVAM's collection. To view the Online Veterinary Anatomy Museum in its entirety, go here. Want more veterinary videos? Check out the previous Video of the Week: Why Veterinary Teams Need Business Cards See all veterinarian videos here.
Video: Why Veterinary Teams Need Business CardsMay 26, 2014 Follow Veterinary Practice News on Twitter at @vetpetnews. Veterinarians and veterinary staff alike need business cards. A technician may offer his card, encouraging the client to call if they have any questions. New clients may grab one at the reception area for future reference. Business cards boost pride in veterinary staff, assist receptionists in connecting calls quickly and instill client confidence. You may even get new clients if your business cards are passed along. Wendy S. Myers is the author of five books and five videos, and is a columnist for Veterinary Practice News. She also offers monthly webinars and phone-skills training. She is an instructor at AAHA Veterinary Management School, a partner in Animal Hospital Specialty Center in Highlands Ranch, Colorado and owner of Denver, Colorado-based Communication Solutions for Veterinarians. Follow her on Twitter at @wendysmyers. Want more veterinarian videos? Check out the previous Video of the Week: 6 Tips for Veterinary Teams: A Sneak Peek at Wendy Myer's New Book. See all veterinarian videos here. <HOME>
6 Ways To Communicate BetterMay 19, 2014 Follow Veterinary Practice News on Twitter at @vetpetnews. Want to strengthen your phone skills? Do you reintroduce yourself after a client has been on hold? Do you thank them for their patience? Are you looking to raise your client service techniques to an exceptional level? Maybe you're interested in improving communication in the exam room. Or perhaps a refresher course is needed in confidential explanation of finances. How is the follow up on patient care in your clinic? Do you and your staff know how to handle difficult situations both professionally and gracefully? Wendy Myers answers all of those questions and more in the video above, offering pointers and examples for each one. These tips are from her new book called 101 Communication Skills for Veterinary Teams. It is designed to benefit not only veterinarians, but also veterinary assistants, technicians, boarding and grooming staff, customer service representatives and practice managers. Wendy S. Myers is the author of five books and five videos, and is a columnist for Veterinary Practice News. She also offers monthly webinars and phone-skills training. She …
