You know it's important to build value. And in the current economy, delivering great service is even more important than ever, says speaker and consultant Shawn McVey.
During one of his sessions at CVC San Diego, consultant Shawn McVey talked about what he thought it would be like to work with veterinarians — and then about what it was really like.
Humans aren't the only ones moved by music.
Avoiding mistakes and regrets is the theme of the first Business360 Podcast. Listen in as respected veterinary business thinkers Doug Jack, Karen Gavzer and Shawn McVey guide you through a series of important business scenarios.
Here are the top stories from this audiocast:
Marianne Mallonee, speaking at Firstline Live in Kansas City, discussed the makeup of an essential employee. One aspect she emphasized was the importance of being familiar with and adhering to practice safety protocols
From the editors of DVM Newsmagazine, this audiocast features the top stories for the week of Aug. 26, 2009.
This week's post:
The American Pet Products Association predicts growth for the veterinary market.
A leading economist says the recession has hit bottom.
A new animal welfare war. An estimated 41 states have introduced legislation targeting animal welfare.
A new veterinary school is planned for the Caribbean island of Antigua.
Cats use a solicitation purr to get their owners to feed them.
People and pets can cross-infect each other with this increasingly common superbug.
Source: Oehler RL, Velez AP, Mizrachi M, et al. Bite-related and septic syndromes caused by cats and dogs. Lancet Infect Dis 2009;9(7):439-447.
This week's DVM News Minute features:
A New Zealand study documents the physical demands of being a veterinarian.
A new Texas veterinary school is eyed in the state legislature.
DNA mutation causing inherited neurological disorder in Golden Retrievers.
Veterinary researchers at the University of Missouri are growing cartilage for canine joint replacements.
When Dr. Jim Kramer, CVPM, wanted to spread the word about his practice—Columbus Animal Hospital in Columbus, Neb.—he decided to hold a pet story contest. To generate interest, he recruited a radio station to be involved. Dr. Kramer read the story submissions over the air at predictable times. The memorable radio spots put his practice top of mind with pet owners and helped show that the doctors and staff had heart.
The human nose is too cold for avian flu viruses to flourish.
Source: Scull AM, Gillim-Ross L, Santos C, et al. Avian influenza virus glycoproteins restrict virus replication and spread through human airway epithelium at temperatures of the proximal airways. PLoS Pathog 2009;5(5):e1000424.
Technicians should be completing diagnostic tests, especially skin scrapings, as part of a dermatologic workup, says Dr. Paul Bloom, DACVDM, DABVP, owner of Allergy, Skin, and Ear Clinic for Pets in Livonia, Mich. In this excerpt from his presentation at CVC Baltimore, 2009, he explains how technicians in any practice—including yours—can get involved in testing for dermatologic conditions.
To complete a successful skin scraping for Demodex canis, technicians must follow certain rules. Find out what they are from this exceprt of a presentation at CVC Baltimore, 2009, by Dr. Paul Bloom, DACVDM, DABVP, owner of Allergy, Skin, and Ear Clinic for Pets in Livonia, Mich.
A Colorado study on dog bites reveals interesting new facts about breeds and why they bite.
It can be a tough job market, according to some new veterinary graduates.
Be sure to check out the full report in the June 2009 issue of DVM Newsmagazine.
Stories on this weeks DVM Newsminute:
• Labrador Retrievers rank as survey's top biting breed
• Veterinarians at greater risk for zoonotic infections than other occupations
• Job market tough for new veterinary graduates
Dr. Ted Mashima of the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges talks about challenges for veterinary education at the recently concluded DVM Newsmakers' Summt at CVC East in Baltimore. Panelists also included Drs. Ted Mashima, AAVMC; Micaela Shaughnessey, relief veterinarian; Nancy Soares, practitioner and James F. Wilson, management and legal consultant. The panel was moderated by DVM Newsmagazine Editor Daniel R. Verdon.
Dr. Allan M. Kelly, dean emeritus and professor of the University of Pennsylvania, talks about recessionary challenges facing the veterinary job market at the recently concluded DVM Newsmakers' Summt at CVC East in Baltimore. Panelists also included Drs. Ted Mashima, AAVMC; Micaela Shaughnessey, relief veterinarian; Nancy Soares, practitioner and James F. Wilson, management and legal consultant. DVM Newsmagazine Editor Daniel R. Verdon moderated the discussion.
