Are you an LCD manager or an HCD leader?January 9, 2019Observing the differences between lowest common denominator and highest common denominator management.
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Is onboarding the key to better team retention?January 9, 2019If you’re working in a practice that is continually hiring and training, this article can help you understand the benefits of onboarding properly and possibly implementing needed changes.
A life lesson in veterinary careJanuary 4, 2019Tufts at Tech Community Veterinary Clinic in Worcester, Mass., is the nation’s first on-the-job veterinary clinic at a high school developed in collaboration with a veterinary school.
How to be great at delegatingDecember 18, 2018Delegation is an art form that is very valuable, yet sadly underutilized. Many high achievers are guilty of thinking “I might as well just do it myself” or “They won’t do it right.” Those who have tried delegating and lament that it doesn’t work for them probably weren’t doing it properly.
Are you leading or following your practice?December 11, 2018You rush from one intense exam to the next, going home exhausted at the end of the day. This firefighter approach to running your practice may have you following, rather than leading your business. As you begin a new year, reclaim the leadership role of your practice and take actions that move your business forward.
Professionalism—Own it!December 11, 2018Your veterinary clients deserve and expect to be greeted and cared for by professional veterinary team members. In addition, veterinary teams expect to work with courteous, thoughtful, and professional coworkers.
CT or MRI? When to use each and whyDecember 10, 2018The dilemma over whether to use CT or MRI is fairly common. While there are many cases that could be imaged via either modality, experts say there are specific instances where one is preferred over the other.
Ten ways to improve your clinic's cash flowDecember 6, 2018Cash flow in veterinary practices is challenged by several factors, but broken down, it’s simple: how much comes in versus how much goes out. Here are 10 ways your practice can immediately take control of its cash flow.
Beware of boilerplate employment contractsDecember 6, 2018If you are a practice owner in need of an employment contract for a new associate, you may reflexively turn to the internet to see if you can find a “model” document. Or you may obtain one from a colleague or veterinary association. But adopting “boilerplate” employment contracts without the assistance of counsel can be deleterious to the health of your business.
Caught in the crossfireNovember 19, 2018Opioids are the first line of treatment for animals with acutely painful conditions and surgeries. They are important in providing pain management with minimal and manageable cardiovascular and respiratory side effects. Veterinarians rely heavily on opioids for pain control and reduction of inhalation anesthetic dosages in veterinary anesthesia, incorporating drugs such as morphine, hydromorphone, buprenorphine, and fentanyl in sedation, anesthesia, and pain control in the perioperative period.
