Polishing the diamond in the roughFebruary 8, 2023Have you ever worked with someone on a team or met someone during an interview who you knew immediately would be a sparkling diamond? It never gets old! Creating an environment that allows for polishing a diamond can be so beneficial to the individual team member and the practice.
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Has the time come for dental month to die?February 7, 2023Could 2023 be the year dental discounts die? When National Pet Dental Health Month began in February two decades ago, its goal was to educate pet owners and fill seasonal downturns for practices. Deliberate discounts have mutated into marketing monsters for hospitals. Many practices have jampacked dental schedules from January to March to accommodate the demand.
A lighthearted take on our traitsJanuary 24, 2023Though veterinarians often differ dramatically in their heritage and ethnicity—and culture certainly varies across specialties and subspecialties—personalities differ less so in certain areas.
What's next for veterinary medicine?January 12, 2023Virtual consultations will continue to be available. Not only will this expand accessibility to care, but it will also help offload clinics and hospitals for more urgent cases.
Telemedicine key to advancing careJanuary 11, 2023As the market for veterinary telehealth, which includes telemedicine, expands, experts predict the valuation will reach $510 million by 2030, a significant increase considering the 2021 valuation stands at $118 million. Not only the market, but consumers also support the idea of increased access to telemedicine, especially since generation Z and millennials already demonstrate an affinity for technology-first solutions.
Making the most of 2023 trendsJanuary 10, 2023Most would agree that 2022 was a year like no other. With persistent staffing shortages, rising inflation, and a global pandemic that just won’t quit, the average veterinary professional has been pushed to their limit.
Five need-to-know timesavers to help speed up surgical check-insJanuary 9, 2023Talk with your team about ways to streamline surgical admissions and set clear expectations for clients. You and your clients deserve smooth, efficient check-ins and procedures.
Lessons in forging a new path in vetmedJanuary 3, 2023Another year has wound down, and in the veterinary world, that means things are about to amp up. The holiday season went by fast, and most likely has increased the tension from people around us. The past year has been tough for most of us in the veterinary space.
Protecting the future of veterinary medicineDecember 19, 2022Today, it is clear when team members leave, there are precious few who can fill open positions. Demand for veterinary talent soared to all-time, historic highs while consumer demand for veterinary services accelerated with the “pandemic puppy” boom.
Communication strategies for delivering bad newsDecember 17, 2022While there’s no good time for conversations around complicated diagnoses, the holidays can bring emotions to a higher pitch with the added stress, worry, and pressure that comes this time of year–for pet owners and veterinary care teams alike.
