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Practice of soring
The AVMA endorses the American Association of Equine Practitioners' position on the practice of soring.
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COVID-19: How have veterinary practices responded?
A large-scale AVMA survey of veterinary practices revealed the broad impact of COVID-19, including the most common operational changes and…
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Leading with lists: How systems boost practice efficiency
Three industry experts shared common roadblocks to improving veterinary practice efficiency during the session “Systems and Processes to Address…
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AAHA recognizes accredited practices of the year
The American Animal Hospital Association gave the seventh annual AAHA-Accredited Practice of the Year Awards during its yearly conference, March 31…
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Chewy to open veterinary practices in Florida, Colorado
Chewy will be opening a handful of veterinary clinics in 2024, starting in South Florida and Denver. The company is launching the practices under the…
JAVMA news
Don’t let cybercriminals hack your practice
Hackers aren’t picky about whom they target. They’re trying to infiltrate your company’s computer network and shut down your business until you pay…
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New AVMA benefit simplifies purchasing for your practice
As anyone working in veterinary practice knows, there are many (necessary) moving parts that comprise a day’s work. A new benefit available to AVMA…
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New data offer deeper insight into COVID-19 impact on practices
Explore new data on how veterinary practices have been affected by and responded to the COVID-19 pandemic.
JAVMA news
Federal law could affect mobile practice
Veterinarians in California said they recently learned it is illegal to routinely carry controlled substances in a mobile or ambulatory practice.
JAVMA news
From data loss to explosions: how practices can prepare for disasters
Dr. Warren J. Hess didn't think much about disaster preparedness until his mobile practice exploded, with him inside.
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11 technologies veterinary practices can adopt today
New devices and software promise to help enhance patient care and monitoring, ease workloads, improve workflows, meet or exceed client expectations,…
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COVID-19: New guidance on PPE, mobile practice issues, more
New materials on our COVID-19 webpage include guidelines for conserving PPE, advice for mobile and house call veterinarians, wellbeing tips, and…
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From note taking to scheduling, technology can help veterinary practices in many ways
Technological developments can help many areas of practice management. It’s just a matter of taking the time and effort to make it happen, according…
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Veterinary clinics adapt to new normal
Most jurisdictions recognize veterinary practices as essential and are allowing them to operate during the COVID-19 pandemic sweeping the world, but…
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Urgent care clinics starting to enter veterinary profession
Much the same as walk-in clinics, urgent care veterinary practices are slowly emerging as another option offering outpatient medical care for animals…
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AAHA now offers network accreditation
PetWell Partners, a Houston-based national veterinary practice network, has become the first organization to earn Practice Network Accreditation from…
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AAHA expands international accreditation into Asia
The American Animal Hospital Association has begun to accredit veterinary practices internationally. Daktari Animal Hospital in Tokyo became the first…
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Taking a fresh look at veterinary diagnostic laboratories
Together with veterinary practices, state and commercial diagnostic laboratories across the country have helped drive the growth of veterinary…
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Buying new technology? Take your time, get consensus, experts say
Information technology professionals William Lindus and Andy Jonardi present on the Axon webinar, "Talking Tech with Your I.T. Team," which was…
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Interactive dashboard lets you dig into AVMA’s COVID-19 survey
Explore data from AVMA's survey showing the pandemic's effect on veterinary practices of different sizes, types, and species focuses.
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DEA implements reporting system for suspicious orders
All U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) registrants, including veterinarians, are now required to design and operate a system to identify…
The veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR)
The veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR) is the basis for interaction among veterinarians, clients, and patients and is critical to the…
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Where to draw the line
In some areas of the country, rural veterinarians are struggling to maintain practice viability and client profitability
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Emergency planning: AVMA tools help you prepare for disasters
Disasters can occur anywhere and at any time. You can minimize their effects and repercussions by being prepared. AVMA resources lay out critical…
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COVID-19: Resources for shelters, food animal veterinarians
Two new AVMA resources provide practical guidance for animal shelter personnel and food animal veterinarians during the COVID-19 pandemic.