Who is the real Marty Becker?April 11, 2022We all know, “First, Do No Harm” is part of the Hippocratic Oath, but I would like to take some literary license and expand this to, “First, Do No Harm To Thyself.”
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Touch is not a want—part IIFebruary 14, 2022While we have known touch can calm an animal with fear, anxiety, and stress, it’s been a relatively short period of time since science began to examine of how touch matters at a biochemical level.
Physical touch is a need, not a wantDecember 20, 2021The author makes a case for the importance of touch between humans, which has severely diminished during COVID.
Everyone lies, even veterinariansNovember 4, 2021Sometimes a pet owner may fudge the truth when speaking to her veterinarian. Vets being honest about their own shortcomings may help deter this and encourage clients to be more honest. The results help with pet health.
The more we give, the more we getAugust 10, 2021The most successful people in today’s uber-competitive world are givers. They tilt reciprocity in a way that benefits others more than themselves.
Equality is vet med's golden opportunityApril 15, 2021Women are becoming more of a voice in the working world, especially in veterinary medicine.
Start your year with some practice soul-searchingMarch 1, 2021While an inventory can be painful, it can also transform our personal and professional lives.
Being too busy: A blessing or curse?November 25, 2020While the suffering of COVID is far from over, this columnist predicts veterinary medicine is going to continue to flourish as never before.
The world has changed. What does that mean for veterinary medicine?September 30, 2020Veterinary professionals have a valuable role to play during COVID and beyond: to be part of a competent, compassionate team that helps companion animals.
