VPN Plus+ ExclusiveTech Talk: Veterinary technician credentialing – a call for real changeApril 22, 2021By Ed Carlson, CVT, VTS (nutrition)NAVTA president Ed Carlson believes a major contributing factor for technician dissatisfaction is related to the inconsistency in credentialing requirements, which may be a root cause of the shortage the profession is experiencing today.
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Oral cancer: Not just for older petsApril 19, 2021We generally think of oral cancer as a condition that affects middle-aged and older pets, but there are some types of neoplasia that are more common in young pets.
Four time-savers for curbside careApril 19, 2021Curbside care has added extra steps that stretched 20- to 30-minute appointments into 45 to 60 minutes. Many teams feel like they’re running around all day sweating behind masks. How can your team be more efficient?
Shelter pet spays/neuters, microchipping supported via walkathonApril 19, 2021Veterinarians, technicians, and animal lovers are invited to “walk their tails off” in support of the Bissell Pet Foundation (BPF) virtual Walktail.
Feline CKD diagnostic tool can increase patient visitsApril 19, 2021A predictive diagnostic tool able to detect CKD in cats two years before it occurs might have a hand in getting more feline patients through the door and on the exam table.
AVMA Convention stays virtual for 2021April 19, 2021The American Veterinary Medical Association’s (AVMA’s) annual convention will be held online for the second year in a row due to COVID-related concerns and restrictions.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveHow to build or buy a vet practice even when you don't want to be a practice ownerApril 15, 2021By Patty Khuly, VMD, MBAFinancially savvy new grads often share homes, apartments, and even cars. Why not band together to build or buy a practice? This arrangement isn’t as common as it once was, and yet it’s more necessary than ever. This model can work for veterinarians in different stages of their careers, as well.
Helpful tips to get you through the workdayApril 15, 2021Your life and career are important to you. Make a focused, healthy effort in choosing a few simple steps in the right direction, each day.
Equality is vet med's golden opportunityApril 15, 2021Women are becoming more of a voice in the working world, especially in veterinary medicine.
Cat food pulled due to SalmonellaApril 15, 2021Cat owners in eight U.S. states are being asked to dispose of two specific lots of Meow Mix dry cat food due to possible Salmonella contamination.
