Busting EBVM misconceptionsNovember 2, 2023Despite the fact studies have shown EBVM improves clinical outcomes—which, after all, is the most important metric by which any treatment should be judged—misconceptions about, and barriers to, its persist.
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The value of EBVM and a move forwardOctober 20, 2022One of the key elements of evidence-based veterinary medicine (EBVM) is the need to regularly review and update our understanding and practices as new evidence is developed.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveA look inside the open-hospital model of veterinary careAugust 5, 2022By Brennen McKenzie, MA, MSc, VMD, cVMAOne approach I have experienced and believe deserves greater study and broader adoption, is the open-hospital model.3For most of my career, I have worked in a hospital that encourages clients to be with their pet at any time while they are in our care, whether in the exam room for a routine checkup, hospitalized in the ICU, and even during dentistry, surgery, or other invasive procedures.
Why research can be so satisfyingNovember 16, 2021The heart of evidence-based veterinary medicine (EBVM) is, of course, evidence.
Should veterinarians adhere to scientific standards for acceptable practice?February 11, 2021The purpose of evidence-based veterinary medicine (EBVM) is to improve patient care by providing clinicians with high-quality information and, more importantly, with the decision-making tools necessary to use it effectively.
New tools to help make evidence-based clinical decisionsSeptember 16, 2020While most general practice veterinarians have positive attitudes toward EBVM in general, many are unsure how to implement it in their daily work.
