Thoughts on Using the AVMA 20/20 Vision Commision Report to Change and Support our Profession I recently read an article on VIN discussing 11 different areas of change that are occurring in the veterinary profession and within the AVMA itself. … Continue reading
Anesthesia is the most important thing we do as veterinary teams. I realize that is a sweeping statement. I realize that between all the team members and all the pets and all the clients and all the diseases and injuries and preventative … Continue reading
Last month we discussed the importance of annual performance reviews. In this blog, we’ll talk about the key things you should address during your reviews. They should include: Specific examples of the associate’s strengths, e.g., it’s meaningful to say “the … Continue reading
As a nationwide veterinary practice, Banfield is well equipped to find efficiencies and methods to improve the way we practice medicine, and then share these findings with the rest of the veterinary community. This is why we will be presenting … Continue reading
Symposium is an important part of our culture and it makes us who we are as veterinary practice. Many hours go into planning, and for all involved, it is important piece of our jobs. After the planning phase is complete, … Continue reading
It’s still very early in the new year, so if you haven’t finished your teams’ annual reviews, it’s not too late! This process is typically not considered fun and exciting for anyone. In fact, most people dread them. The person … Continue reading
The Veterinarian’s Oath is very important to both new and experienced veterinarians. It should reflect what is current and accurate. The addition of the words welfare and prevention should be a given in any veterinarians mind. Over the past decade … Continue reading
In February 2000, it all began. I was 17-years-old and looking for the future that I had always dreamed of: working with animals! I remember walking into this hospital, thinking “if I could just get my foot in the door” that would … Continue reading
As a veterinarian, what would stop you from adopting an innovation that would help you to more successfully fulfill your professional oath; i.e., increase your ability to practice quality medicine, advance knowledge for the veterinary profession and protect animal health? … Continue reading
We often think about ways that we can give to our community, friends, family, co-workers, and clients, but I’d like us to take a few minutes and think about ways that we can give back to our profession. Being a … Continue reading