Banfield makes suicide prevention training freeJanuary 7, 2020The veterinary suicide crisis is top of mind for many in the animal health industry, and a new initiative from Banfield Pet Hospital hopes to combat this issue head-on.
Education Center - SponsoredBringing specialist level interpretation in-clinicby • Zoetis DiagnosticsImagine a busy weekday morning in a typical small animal clinic. The appointments are fully booked, the phones are ringing, and in comes Yogi, a five year old terrier mix whose owners are clearly worried.
Veterinary dentistry makes great stridesJanuary 6, 2020I write this column on a return flight from Orlando, Fla., my batteries fully recharged from the energy I absorbed at the 33rd annual Veterinary Dental Forum (VDF).
Put the bite back into your dentalJanuary 6, 2020A common conversation in the aisles of a forum held in Orlando, Fla., centered on the opportunity to improve dental care at the general practice level.
Elanco divests canine ear treatment in $135-million dealJanuary 6, 2020A major player in the animal health industry has just unloaded its proprietary treatment for canine otitis externa in an all-cash deal, totaling $135 million.
Getting a handle on your controlled substances costsJanuary 3, 2020Maintaining your controlled substances can be difficult and frustrating, but it doesn’t have to be if you train your staff and implement the proper protocols.
What to do with a bad online reviewJanuary 3, 2020Social media is both a blessing and a curse. Promoting your practice this way can be fast, fun, and inexpensive. But social media also provides disgruntled clients with a platform to complain publicly about you, even when the merits of their complaints are specious or entirely wanting. Negative reviews can damage your reputation, your practice's good name, and the bottom line. They also can be extremely stressful. This is especially so when the review botches your medical analysis, questions your compassion, or is otherwise just plain ugly. Here are some suggestions for handling bad reviews and for trying to prevent them altogether. 1) Provide a measured response One way to vindicate yourself and your practice is to provide a measured response to each negative review. The response might be along these lines: "We are sorry to hear you were not completely satisfied with your recent visit to our practice. We strive to provide top-notch service and the best possible care for your pet. We apologize sincerelyfor any misunderstanding and invite you to contact our practice manager so we may address your concerns." The idea is to show you are the voice of reason, the adult in the room. Keep …
The future of the cloudJanuary 3, 2020Are today’s veterinary practice management software platforms fulfilling the true promise of the cloud?
Eight (more) management mistakes to avoidJanuary 3, 2020Rather than learning from experience and making mistakes yourself, studying other leaders’ and managers’ blunders can help save you time and energy.
How to prevent no-showsJanuary 3, 2020No one likes being stood up. Why not avoid this problem before it starts?
RUSVM: Prepping a new generation of veterinariansJanuary 3, 2020Located on the west side of St. Kitts, Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine (RUSVM) has graduated more than 5,000 veterinarians since its founding in 1982. Along with knowledge of veterinary medicine, the institution arms its students with the tools necessary to combat specific challenges faced by today's animal health professionals.
