Why we're increasingly referring to specialists—even when our clients can't afford to payMarch 10, 2026Despite the prevalence of production-based compensation and bonus pay structures designed to pay veterinarians more for better workups and bigger bills, they are finding it preferable to ship than to keep. Dr. Patty Khuly shares her thoughts on why this may be the case.
Education Center - SponsoredVector-Borne Disease Coming to a Neighborhood Near You: Which Tests to Reach For, and Why?by • AntechWhether it’s a screening to identify exposure to tick-borne pathogens, or a broad molecular diagnostic panel to help with acute disease detection or confirm the presence of genetic material, these options empower veterinary teams, guide treatment, and support antimicrobial stewardship.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveThe fight between generalists vs. specialistsFebruary 12, 2025By Patty Khuly, VMD, MBAWho does the heavy lifting in veterinary medicine? I argue it’s the generalists vs. specialists who do the bulk of the work and make the biggest difference in the lives of animals. They treat more than just the tippy top of the iceberg of patients who enjoy the great luck of belonging to those who can fork over $10,000 for a TPLO or $20,000 for spinal surgery.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveWhat are general practitioners good for? A lot!December 15, 2021By Brennen McKenzie, MA, MSc, VMD, cVMAMaking a case for the many advantages of being a GP – for both vets and patients
Are veterinary specialists the future?November 4, 2021Animals today can receive a level of medical care rivaling what is available to humans, including imaging capabilities, targeted cancer treatments, and open-heart surgery.
