http://waggingtail.banfield.net/2009/12/01/recommending-a-high-level-standard-of-care-is-still-the-best-idea/ The Wagging Tail Sun, 17 Apr 2011 00:24:27 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0-RC3 http://waggingtail.banfield.net/2009/12/01/recommending-a-high-level-standard-of-care-is-still-the-best-idea/comment-page-1/#comment-1724 Shawn M. Finch, DVM » Blog Archive » How I Got My Groove Back* Tue, 01 Jun 2010 12:53:01 +0000 http://waggingtail.banfield.net/?p=184#comment-1724 [...] stayed with Banfield.  I knew the company, when sticking to its written ideals, could thrive.  And look.  It works. [...] [...] stayed with Banfield.  I knew the company, when sticking to its written ideals, could thrive.  And look.  It works. [...]

]]> http://waggingtail.banfield.net/2009/12/01/recommending-a-high-level-standard-of-care-is-still-the-best-idea/comment-page-1/#comment-1425 Shawn M. Finch, DVM » Blog Archive » Bunny Trails Mon, 08 Mar 2010 22:34:58 +0000 http://waggingtail.banfield.net/?p=184#comment-1425 [...] *December 2009:  Recommending a High Level Standard of Care is Still the Best Idea [...] [...] *December 2009:  Recommending a High Level Standard of Care is Still the Best Idea [...]

]]> http://waggingtail.banfield.net/2009/12/01/recommending-a-high-level-standard-of-care-is-still-the-best-idea/comment-page-1/#comment-1276 Shawn M. Finch, DVM » Blog Archive » I Love to be Boring. It is Very Exciting. Wed, 09 Dec 2009 22:49:01 +0000 http://waggingtail.banfield.net/?p=184#comment-1276 [...] Banfield didn’t really say this essay was stupid.  They just wanted me to actually answer the question Kristi Reimer, the editor of Veterinary Economics, posed in Affordability vs. Excellence, Do Veterinarians Have to Choose? So I did.  Find it here. [...] [...] Banfield didn’t really say this essay was stupid.  They just wanted me to actually answer the question Kristi Reimer, the editor of Veterinary Economics, posed in Affordability vs. Excellence, Do Veterinarians Have to Choose? So I did.  Find it here. [...]

]]> http://waggingtail.banfield.net/2009/12/01/recommending-a-high-level-standard-of-care-is-still-the-best-idea/comment-page-1/#comment-1269 Janie Helt Wed, 02 Dec 2009 16:26:56 +0000 http://waggingtail.banfield.net/?p=184#comment-1269 Every time I read an article by Dr. Finch I am thankful that I have been blessed with such a caring, honest, and compassionate vet who provides personalized care for my pug. I was not aware of the patient-focused care that Banfield Pet Hospital provided until I decided to switch vets almost a year ago. Yes, vet visits are costly, but having a Dr. and pet nurse who are knowledgeable, and able to provide advice beyond what I would hear at my former vet "oh, he's just old, that's what happens, or take this pill, it might help," helps me to understand and make better decisions about my dog's care. I appreciate the visual flat screen that breaks down recommended procedures as well as the explanations that the nurses & Dr. gives as to why a procedure or medication is or is not necessary. It is much easier for me to make educated decisions on my pet's health care with the help of these amazing doctors. Being able to trust your nurse and Dr. is priceless. And knowing the cost of things up front eases the anxiety or stress that comes with caring for an older pet. Thank you, Banfield and your wonderful pet care! Every time I read an article by Dr. Finch I am thankful that I have been blessed with such a caring, honest, and compassionate vet who provides personalized care for my pug. I was not aware of the patient-focused care that Banfield Pet Hospital provided until I decided to switch vets almost a year ago. Yes, vet visits are costly, but having a Dr. and pet nurse who are knowledgeable, and able to provide advice beyond what I would hear at my former vet “oh, he’s just old, that’s what happens, or take this pill, it might help,” helps me to understand and make better decisions about my dog’s care. I appreciate the visual flat screen that breaks down recommended procedures as well as the explanations that the nurses & Dr. gives as to why a procedure or medication is or is not necessary. It is much easier for me to make educated decisions on my pet’s health care with the help of these amazing doctors. Being able to trust your nurse and Dr. is priceless. And knowing the cost of things up front eases the anxiety or stress that comes with caring for an older pet. Thank you, Banfield and your wonderful pet care!

]]> http://waggingtail.banfield.net/2009/12/01/recommending-a-high-level-standard-of-care-is-still-the-best-idea/comment-page-1/#comment-1267 Proud Dad Wed, 02 Dec 2009 04:00:53 +0000 http://waggingtail.banfield.net/?p=184#comment-1267 As I speak around the country, I talk about "putting your own brand of excellence on everything you do" and "half efforts do not produce half results...they do not produce anything you want to be associated with..." I understand your passion and your attitude. I am so glad you can put it it in writing so we all can share your words to learn and grow by! I wish you were our vet...wait, you are! We are so lucky! Love, Dad As I speak around the country, I talk about “putting your own brand of excellence on everything you do” and “half efforts do not produce half results…they do not produce anything you want to be associated with…” I understand your passion and your attitude. I am so glad you can put it it in writing so we all can share your words to learn and grow by! I wish you were our vet…wait, you are! We are so lucky! Love, Dad

]]> http://waggingtail.banfield.net/2009/12/01/recommending-a-high-level-standard-of-care-is-still-the-best-idea/comment-page-1/#comment-1266 Shawn M. Finch, DVM » Blog Archive » What I am Doing This Week Tue, 01 Dec 2009 22:52:59 +0000 http://waggingtail.banfield.net/?p=184#comment-1266 [...] Economics,  Affordability vs. Excellence, Do Veterinarians Have to Choose? was published in The Wagging Tail, Banfield’s veterinary blog.  I wanted to rename my post “Dear Veterinarians, Keep [...] [...] Economics,  Affordability vs. Excellence, Do Veterinarians Have to Choose? was published in The Wagging Tail, Banfield’s veterinary blog.  I wanted to rename my post “Dear Veterinarians, Keep [...]

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