Self-compassion: Essential for sustaining a career in vet medJanuary 6, 2026When we operate from depletion, our ability to offer empathy, patience, and clear decision-making erodes. Self-compassion is not selfish—it is foundational. It sustains our capacity to care for patients and clients.
Education Center - SponsoredWhy Some Dogs Keep Seizing: Understanding and Managing Refractory Epilepsyby • PRN PharmacalThe severe impact of drug-resistant epilepsy highlights the importance of aiming for complete seizure control in all dogs experiencing seizures. It's crucial to enhance our understanding of the reasons behind drug resistance and how they relate to various causes, progression of the disease, and affected breeds.
Bridging borders: The benefits of studying abroad for vet tech studentsDecember 30, 2025A veterinary technician recounts leading vet tech students to Zimbabwe, where immersive study-abroad experiences deepen understanding of One Health, conservation, and access to care.
The mirror of accountability in the clinicNovember 1, 2025Together, we will explore the traits that define accountability, identify common biases that undermine it, and outline actionable strategies for building personal accountability.
Applying neuroscience principles to recruitment and onboardingOctober 21, 2025Engage top talent by telling your practice’s story—share your mission, patient successes, community impact, and growth opportunities.
Meeting clinical and educational standards in veterinary operating room designJuly 15, 2025Is your surgery suite up to code? Explore how well your practice aligns with the AVMA Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities requirements. Plus, check out gold-standard guidelines to real-world setups in this feature.
Tips to bolster staff retentionJune 12, 2025Want to attract and keep top talent? Focus on staff well-being. Boosting engagement and preventing burnout are key to improving retention, client satisfaction, and your bottom line.
Leverage your technicians to give vaccinesJune 11, 2025Learn how to manage the summer surge by empowering technicians to streamline vaccine appointments and enhance patient care.
A tribute to a veterinary dentistry pioneerMay 19, 2025In his latest column, Dr. John R. Lewis celebrates the career of a retiring colleague and recognizes the invaluable work vet techs and nurses do on the frontlines.
