VPN Plus+ ExclusiveA gentle rant on medical infantilization and the "pet parent" trapAugust 6, 2020By Patty Khuly, VMD, MBA
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.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveWhat is website accessibility and could you be at risk for a lawsuit?July 14, 2020
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveThe pee line: How to plan for and respond to leg lifters in your practiceJuly 9, 2020
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveContinuing the COVID Conversation: Using Social Media Marketing for Effective Communication with ClientsJune 24, 2020
Behavioral changes: Don't ignore these red flagsMay 28, 2020Managers and supervisors have a responsibility to their staff and organization to act when an employee’s behavior changes.
What is the best way to clean your OR?April 27, 2020Cleaning is probably the least glamorous thing that happens in an operating room. Yet, it is critically important to do it properly to ensure asepsis and the success of your surgeries.
EAPs: Breaking down the barriers to emotional and mental well-beingApril 27, 2020It’s a classic line from an iconic movie meant to inspire action: “If you build it, they will come.” Yet, in the real world, can anyone be sure something being available means it will be used?
Which telemedicine bucket does your veterinary practice fall into?March 27, 2020Whether you love or hate technology may not matter at this point in history. Recent events are forcing veterinarians to jump off the telemedicine cliff as practices are faced with new challenges limiting in-person exams. And in unprecedented moves, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) are recommending state governors temporarily lift the traditional "in-person requirement" to allow veterinarian-client-patient-relationships (VCPRs) to be established by remote telemedicine. This leaves veterinarians urgently asking the question, "Which technology is right for my practice?" When it comes to telemedicine platforms, there are three big buckets: basic/DIY, plug & play for human health-care providers, and premium plug & play for veterinary professionals. Let's break them down. Bucket #1: Basic DIY telemedicine This DIY bucket requires rounding up the components needed to deliver a telemedicine experience and putting them all together. Much like baking a cake, you've got to gather the ingredients, which in this case means: • an online booking platform; • a calendar to view the bookings; • a payment service; • a video-hosting software; and • chat software. Next, you put them all together to build out a great experience for …
Demystifying OSHAMarch 10, 2020When it comes to preparing for an Occupational Safety and Health Administration inspection, this checklist can help simplify the process.