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5 Practical economic insights for all veterinarians
The 2019 AVMA Economic Summit covered many topics crucial to thriving in daily practice – including behavioral science, marketing, innovation, and…
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Veterinarians try to connect with clients via e-mail
Half of veterinarians use e-mail for professional purposes, according to the 2005 AVMA-Pfizer Business Practices Study.
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AAHA President Welborn to focus on new accreditation standards, compliance study
Dr. Link V. Welborn has a busy year ahead of him. As the 2003-2004 AAHA president, the Tampa, Fla., practitioner wants to spend his term helping AAHA…
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Resolutions for the New Year
Tips for veterinarians, business owners and pet owners Did you welcome in 2018 with New Year’s resolutions? The AVMA issued a press release last week…
Frequently Asked Questions about the FTC's Red Flags Rule and Veterinary Practices
Updated January 31, 2011 On November 9, 2007, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued the "Red Flags" (Rule, 16 C.F.R. § 681.2) that…
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AVMA funds economic study of veterinary workforce
The AVMA Executive Board has appropriated more than half a million dollars to conduct an economic analysis of the U.S. veterinary workforce and to…
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Facing economic uncertainty, clients delay veterinary visits
While price increases are keeping veterinary practice in the black, more and more clients are cutting costs by postponing veterinary visits, according…
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Breed discrimination bites homeowners
Many insurance companies are looking to cut costs by excluding owners of large breed dogs from homeowners insurance plans
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The cutting edge
posted April 15, 2005 Since it first emerged in the mid-1980s, porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome has been wreaking havoc…
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Animal shelters brace for surrenders
Financial challenges for pet owners may cause an increase in relinquishments to animal shelters. Leaders in the industry are preparing by expanding…
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What do consumers want post-pandemic?
Wondering how consumers will respond after COVID-19 restrictions have lifted? You’re not alone. This recent survey offers a perspective from consumers…
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Egg executives exhaust appeals over prison sentences
A father and son whose unsanitary egg business sickened tens of thousands in 2010 have exhausted their appeals over their prison sentences.
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Who's buying? Who's selling?
Veterinary business advisers say the market for veterinary practices has undergone some profound changes in the past few decades.
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Practices receiving five-year Economic Census forms
Veterinary practices around the country are receiving an economic census form this year.
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Annual insurance check-ups help protect financial well-being
Protecting financial health requires as much vigilance as protecting physical health.
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New tool helps you understand your local market
How many potential clients and pets live in your local area? How many of those pets do you treat at your practice? If you’re not sure, then we have…
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The new landscape of health insurance
Veterinarians will feel the impact as individuals and as practice owners when provisions of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act that will…
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Survey finds underuse related to retention for veterinary technicians
A recent survey of veterinary technicians sought to examine barriers to their utilization and the impact of misutilization on job satisfaction and…
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Teach me how to TikTok
TikTok, the popular video-sharing platform, is known as an app for filming viral dances. However, it can also be an impactful tool for veterinary…
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Students honor faculty at UC-Davis, Mizzou
The Student AVMA House of Delegates presented awards during its annual session March 16-18 at Texas A&M University.
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AVMA launches certificate program for first responders
Among initial courses approved for the new AVMA Veterinary First Responder Certificate Program are courses through the Federal Emergency Management…
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Just one thing: Link individual and team goals
Setting complementary goals for your veterinary practice and team members can foster motivation and empowerment, and spur creative solutions. Here's…
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AVMA to proceed with fish market presentation at convention
AVMA to proceed with fish market presentation at conventionExecutive Board responds to objections over tossing of fish in event …