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The Importance of Cadaver Labs Amidst an Evolving Digital World in 2024

In a landscape increasingly dominated by digital technologies like AR/VR simulations or artificial intelligence, the relevance of traditional practices seems to be dissolving into the background. Contrary to popular belief, cadaver labs remain...

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Unveiling the Game Changers: Vegas & Viticus Group

Visionary. Vibrant. Valiant. That’s Vegas. In six brief years, Las Vegas’s neon lights have shone brighter as professional sports teams set their...

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Whether you’re a first timer or a seasoned veteran in the event planning industry, organizing a medical event is no simple task. There are various moving parts to think about to ensure everything is set for the event to run smoothly and efficiently.

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A Guide to Choosing the Right Medical Event Facility

Whether you’re a first timer or a seasoned veteran in the event planning industry, organizing a medical event is no simple task. There are various...

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Las Vegas: An Up-and-Coming Medical Community

Beyond the five-star resorts, dynamic entertainment, and bright lights of The Strip, lies a passionate network of professionals seeking to deliver...

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Contrast Media Shortage: Recommended Mitigation Strategies

In a letter to customers, GE Healthcare said it was rationing orders for contrast media after a COVID-19 lockdown temporarily shut down its...

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6 Initiatives to Improve Surgery Announced at SAGES 2022

At their most recent annual event, the outgoing president of the Society of American Gastrointestinal and Endoscopic Surgeons (SAGES), Dr. Linda...

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The Newest Generation of Veterinarians

We all have a story—decisions, motivations, experiences, and maybe a little bit of luck that makes us who we are. As the veterinary class of 2022...

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Dr. Jack Walther Recent Graduate Boot Camp

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2022 Dr. Jack Walther Recent Graduate Boot Camp Scholarship Recipients

Meet the incredibly deserving winners of the Dr. Jack Walther Recent Graduate Boot Camp Scholarship, who will be coming to the Viticus Center for a...

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Viticus Group Medical Supplies Drive

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Viticus Group Joins Effort to Help Ukrainians in Medical Need

As the conflict in Ukraine rages on, we mourn the loss of life and significant damage to Ukrainian infrastructure. Assaults and disruptions to health...

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Dr. Jack Walther Recent Graduate Bootcamp

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Dr. Jack Walther Recent Graduate Bootcamp: Inaugural Winners

Meet the 24 incredibly deserving winners of the Dr. Jack Walther Recent Graduate Bootcamp Scholarship, who will be coming to the Viticus Center for a...

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Closing the Evidence-Practice Gap: Apply New Findings Faster with CE

Hands-on continuing education can play a significant role in distributing updated knowledge to medical professionals, helping narrow the...

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3 Things to Know About WVC 93rd Annual Conference

This year’s leading veterinary conference in September is a hybrid event with new virtual components and constantly updating safety features. Stay in...

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Reaching Out to the One: Mental Health Crisis in the Medical Community

Healthcare professionals, both veterinary and human, need to know they're not alone. Heroes need help, too.

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How to Boost Morale & Establish a Strong Culture During Challenging Times

There’s no denying this past year has presented more challenges to the veterinary industry than just about any other in our history. From the...

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3 Ways to Get CE for the Whole Team

Improving patient care involves the entire veterinary team, so why wouldn't we get CE for the entire team?

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Cookie's Story

Cookie was unusually lethargic and not eating, but no one knew what was wrong. Luckily, a Viticus Group team member found the cause of the problem.

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Veterinary CE at the Viticus Center - Q&A with Dr. Nave

As we get ready for the Viticus Veterinary Summit, we look forward to the in-person, year-round WVC Academy courses Viticus Group is known for, as...

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Endoscopy: 3 Tips for Improving Endoscopy at Your Practice

Hands-on training + expert instructors = enhanced proficiency and improved endoscopy skills. Learn what's new in endoscopy equipment & technique to...

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Viticus Veterinary Summit: Can't Miss CE

Viticus Group is excited to launch the Viticus Veterinary Summit, an opportunity for veterinary professional to dive into an interactive virtual...

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Viticus Academy CME

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Viticus Group Becomes ACCME-Accredited CME Provider

Introducing Viticus Academy CME, coming June 2021!

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Giving Tuesday Viticus Group 2020

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Ways to Support #GivingTuesday

#GivingTuesday is a global day of giving and unity that will take place on December 1, 2020 as an opportunity to help those who need it, especially...

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veterinary teleradiology

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Teleradiology: Optimal Patient Care & Easy Social Distancing

While the COVID-19 pandemic has dramatically changed the way veterinarians interact with patients and pet parents, it hasn't seemed to slow the need...

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cytology in veterinary dermatology

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Cytology: Free Virtual CE in Veterinary Dermatology

As you know, improving diagnostic skills is important to improving patient outcomes. This upcoming cytology course helps you save time and increase...

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WVC Academy - Viticus Group

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What Hands-on CE Looks Like in 2021: Getting Quality & Safety

The year-round WVC Academy courses coming up in 2021 are available to browse and register for. Here's to getting back to in-person labs while also...

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Companion Exotic Continuing Education Continues through COVID

Developments and discoveries in veterinary medicine haven't halted during the months of the COVID-19 pandemic. Find out where you can get the latest...

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Celebrating First Event at Eastern Campus: Medtronic's Mazor Roadshow

Viticus Group and Medtronic celebrated the first ever hands-on training event held in the new building, the Viticus Center—Eastern Campus!

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Beef Production with BQA: The Right Way Is the Only Way

When it comes to beef production, Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) is the trusted source of guidance for animal welfare as well as providing the...

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Local Vet Pulls Out Large Blanket from Inside 12-foot Python

Aurora, a 12-foot python rescue, was saved after swallowing a large blanket by Dr. Nicole Smee and veterinary team.

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Megan Skeffington small animal surgery

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The Key to Success in Surgery: “Get to the Table”

My surgical abilities may have been rooted at Iowa State University, but my skillset blossomed through practice and attending hands-on surgical lab...

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Honoring Veterinary Technicians: History of the Profession

During National Veterinary Technician Week, we honor all the selfless veterinary technicians and assistants who are often the lifeblood of a clinic...

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Healthcare Administration: 5 Ways to Stand Out in Job Applications

Healthcare administration students and young professionals get answers about what will set them apart in this competitive field.

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Rabies Control in Kenya: Saving Lives One Vaccine at a Time

Throughout the world, thousands of lives are still lost every year due to rabies. In honor of World Rabies Awareness Day, let's encourage education...

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Hands-on Soft-Tissue Surgery & Ultrasound Labs

Despite all the challenges facing hands-on medical training in 2020, WVC Academy at the Viticus Center looks forward to hosting soft tissue surgery...

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female leadership in healthcare

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Is the Pandemic an Opportunity for Female Leadership to Flourish?

During times of high stress and remote working, the emotional intelligence and creativity of people in healthcare leadership roles have never been...

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Live Stream Surgical CME Training at Viticus Center

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Live Stream Surgical CME Training for the Win

When it comes to learning surgical techniques, hands-on experience is the way to go. When that's not possible (during a pandemic), watching another...

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Equine-assisted Therapy for Veterans

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Getting Back in the Saddle: Healing with Equine-Assisted Therapy

Horses have a unique gift of intuitively helping people heal and reconnect with their purpose in life.

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Kids Carry As Much COVID-19 in Their Noses as Adults, Study Finds

A recent study found that young children carry just as much or more SARS-CoV-2 viral RNA in their noses as older children or adults, challenging the...

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Professionalism on Social Media: Article Inspiring #MedBikini Gets Retracted

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Professionalism on Social Media: Article Inspiring #MedBikini Gets Retracted

If you thought running into your teacher in the grocery store was weird, what about seeing your physician on the beach?.

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Hunter at the WVC Annual Conference

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Hands-on Training in Saving the Life of K9 Officer Hunter

After having been stabbed 13 times, K9 Officer Hunter was saved by his handlers and tactical medics who had previously gone through hands-on...

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Cyberbullying: 3 Things You Can Do to Handle Negative Online Reviews

We all know there’s a dark side to social media, but maybe we don’t realize the extent of the damage and hurt that is going on in the veterinary...

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COVID19 Testing

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To Test or Not to Test?: COVID-19 Testing for Animals and Humans

In the latest Facebook Live event, Viticus Group brought together Dr. Jennifer Ogeer, Dr. Peter Weinstein, and Dr. William Schaffner to provide...

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The Importance of Continuing Education During and After a Pandemic

The effect continuing education has on healthcare providers, especially during a pandemic, is astronomical. If you don’t believe me, just listen to...

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What You Need to Know: Dog Tests Positive for COVID-19 in the US

Dr. Natalie Marks talks to infectious disease specialist Dr. Scott Weese about the pug that recently tested positive for COVID-19, what veterinarians...

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A One Health Perspective on Zoonotic Disease

There hasn't been a better time for veterinarians and human healthcare providers to come together and discuss how to keep families safe from zoonotic...

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cats and COVID-19

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Cats and COVID-19 Update: Summary of Facebook Live Q&A

Viticus Group held an insightful online event on April 14 featuring a top veterinary epidemiologist, the former assistant surgeon general, the...

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Why CBCs Are a General Practitioner’s Best Friend

With a few quick glances, there's a lot a veterinary professional can learn about the health of a patient. Dr. Bilbrough explains how to take...

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Who Is Viticus Group?

Here's the scoop on this one-stop-shop for veterinary and human health professionals and why you should know about it.

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Get Funding from the CARES Act: What You Need and What’s Important

During this unprecedented time of global pandemic and economic standstill, our government has issued an unprecedented financial aid for employers to...

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Telehealth during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Dr. Shawn Tsuda, serving as Human Medical Director on Viticus Group's Board of Directors, provides all health professionals with information and...

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COVID-19 Veterinary Summit

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5 Big Takeaways from Viticus Group's COVID-19 Veterinary Summit

On March 23, eleven veterinary leaders gathered and collaborated during an online summit organized by Viticus Group to inform the veterinary...

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COVID-19: What Do We Know Right Now?

What we know may be very little, but it will affect our decisions moving forward in the veterinary community.

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COVID-19: Our Commitment to Keeping You Informed

"We want to give you a place to turn for the latest advice from the most trusted leaders in the industry."

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COVID-19: What Veterinary Practices Can Do

As veterinary professionals, you are part of the global team of public health officers who must stay updated with accurate information and contribute...

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Blood Gas Analysis: The Behind-the-Scenes Look into Your Patient

What kinds of tools and assets is your practice using to monitor patients during anesthesia? Is there more you could do to ensure an optimal patient...

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What Hands-on Labs Can Do for Veterinary Technicians

Going to hands-on labs and practical CE events as a veterinary technician brings empowerment, pride, and better care.

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Helping Reactive Patients

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Helping Reactive Patients and Their Owners: Dos and Don'ts

Anxious patients lead to less than ideal experiences in veterinary practices. Behaviorist Debbie Martin lays out some dos and don'ts when it comes to...

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veterinary orthopedic labs

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Orthopedic Labs & Lectures: Why It's Worth It

Attending both labs and lectures is essential in stepping up the orthopedic care at your practice.

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5 Tips for Fracture Repair in General Practice

Get your orthopedic exam, surgery, and treatment questions answered by veterinary orthopedic surgeon Dr. Stephen Jones.

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CBD for Animals: A Cautionary Note

CBD products are a hot topic in veterinary medicine right now, but it's important to not get ahead of ourselves as professionals with a...

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honeybee veterinarians

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Why We Need More Honeybee Veterinarians

Honeybees are the most important food animals on the planet, and they need our help now more than ever.

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feline osteoarthritis

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Feline Osteoarthritis: Are You Missing It?

While osteoarthritis is recognized as a common chronic disease in dogs, research suggests it may be more common in cats than you might think.

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Goal-Crushing Veterinary Women: Tips and Inspiration

In preparation for the 2020 Women's Veterinary Summit, here are three inspiring women in the veterinary field who have achieved their career goals,...

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NSAIDS in pain management

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The Use of NSAIDs in Pain Management Protocol

A double-boarded veterinarian in anesthesia and pharmacology provides insight into the use of NSAIDs for patients with either acute or chronic pain.

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The Cannabis Conversation: What Veterinarians Should Know

The application, safety, and legality of cannabis products today is a complex topic, one that Stephen Cital can help us navigate.

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3 Ways to Win in the Interview Room: Hiring at a Veterinary Practice

The economics of veterinary practice is challenging to manage, as demand fluctuates and expectations change. Here’s what Dr. Peter Weinstein says can...

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Benefits of Fear Free

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The Business Benefits of Fear Free

Happy pets are just good business. If you're unsure if becoming Fear Free Certified is worth the investment, look no further.

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Your Wellness Check-up: Veterinarians & Veterinary Teams

How are you doing in your emotional, mental, and personal wellness during this especially stressful time? Consider this a check-up from experts in...

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Mark Epstein_pain management

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What's Your Why?: Pain Management Tips

Whether or not you can identify the moment you knew you wanted to work in the veterinary field or specialize in a particular area, we all have a...

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3 Important Current Events in Veterinary Medicine

Staying on top of everything going on in the industry can be tough, so we'll help by filling you in on some hot topics—the One Health Initiative, the...

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Benefits of Hands-on Medical Continuing Education

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5 Benefits of Hands-on Medical Continuing Education

There are many different formats available in the world of continuing education. What kind of continuing education program brings the most benefit to...

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How to Build Your Brand

Your strengths + telling your story on social media = a brand that will resonate and bring opportunities to make your passion your career.

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Doug Kratt veterinary community

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Cultivating the Veterinary Community

Though our numbers are relatively small, we make a difference. Sticking together as a veterinary community to support each other is crucial.

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Selling Your Practice in the Rise of Corporate Medicine

Whether you're ready to sell your practice or thinking about your future exit strategy, these tips on how to think about the selling process can save...

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Amanda Donnelly veterinary client communication

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Cracking Down on Client Communication

Dr. Amanda Donnelly has some tips for attracting more clientele and increasing customer compliance—it all comes down to client communication.

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How to Inspire Wellbeing in the Workplace

Expert speakers from the Women's Veterinary Summit give us insight on how to cultivate wellness on an individual level and in the workplace.

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Terry Kane_honeybee veterinarians

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The Role of Veterinarians in Helping Honeybees: 3 Things You Can Do

We'd be in real trouble without pollinators, and it's veterinary medicine's job to take care of them. How can veterinary professionals do their part?

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Understanding Inappetence to Elevate Quality of Life

Getting more specific about the causes and symptoms of inappetence helps veterinary professionals improve patients' quality of life.

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The New Buzz in Veterinary Medicine: Bees & Beekeeping

Beekeeping has been around for a while, but bees have successfully caught the attention of the veterinary community within the last two years.

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Cannabinoids in Veterinary Medicine

Cannabinoid use is such a hot topic, it's sometimes hard to sift out the myths and hearsay from the facts. Dr. Dawn Boothe explains what the growing...

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Terah Webb_veterinary ophthalmology

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The Window into the Body: Ophthalmology in General Practice

Improving eye care and updating equipment in your veterinary practice can mean earlier disease diagnosis and better patient care—right before your...

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Sue Ettinger veterinary oncology

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Oncology & Optimism: How to Talk to Clients About Cancer

Being a veterinary oncologist is extremely rewarding. With Dr. Sue Ettinger's advice and a bit of optimism, telling a client about their pet's cancer...

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Meghan Herron veterinary body language

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Missed Signals: 3 Misconceptions of Body Language

Animals have ways of expressing stress and extending polite greetings with body language, just as humans do. Knowing those signals helps make...

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Zenithson Ng diversity in veterinary practices

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Embracing Diversity in Veterinary Practices

A practice that celebrates diversity among clients and team members will be more successful—it’s that simple.

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3 Tips for Empowerment and Career Building

You love your job, but it's easy to feel like you're not progressing in your career. Rachel Poulin gives us tips from her journey of self-empowerment...

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Eric Garcia _social media

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Social Media 101: How to Use Social Media to Boost Your Practice

There are a lot of clients having conversations and asking questions about animal care in the world of social media. Shouldn't your practice play a...

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Veterinary Dermatology

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Dermatology: What You're Itching to Know

Ever wonder what life is like for a veterinary dermatologist? Need some advice about how to handle dermatology cases? Thinking about specializing in...

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Mary Berg_continuing education

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How Continuing Education Improves Your Practice & Your Career

How important is continuing education to a veterinary practice, anyway? What resources are out there to help you? Just ask Mary Berg, whose words of...

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Spencer compassion fatigue & job satisfaction

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Compassion Fatigue & Job Satisfaction: Veterinary Technician Edition

The job as a veterinary professional can be straining, both physically and emotionally. Here are strategies from NAVTA President Erin Spencer on how...

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The 3 Biggest Myths of Practice Ownership

Want to be an owner someday? Travis York sheds lights on some myths regarding veterinary practice ownership, describes nontraditional ways of...

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Kevin Stepaniuk veterinary dental treatment plan

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The Paradigm Shift: A Dental Treatment Plan Everyone Loves

Major dental procedures can be daunting for a client who isn't financially prepared and a patient who has to undergo a long session of anesthetic....

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Nutrition Tips To-Go: Raw Diets and Obesity

How to approach clients about sensitive topics like raw diets and obesity can sometimes be a challenge. Dr. Donna Raditic gives helpful tips about...

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Dental Radiography

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Why Dental Radiography Is Worth the Investment

Considering improving dental care at your veterinary practice? Dr. Brook Niemiec talks about why dental radiography is worth the investment for the...

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Jay Griffin veterinary radiology

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How Radiology Helps Improve Care and Generates Revenue

Looking to enhance your radiology skills? Dr. Jay Griffin talks about how radiology can help improve patient care and generate revenue for your...

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How to Keep a Healthy Work-Life Balance: 4 Tips from Dr. Justine Lee

A healthy work-life balance is key to a high quality of living. Dr. Justine Lee of VETgirl gives some tips on how to give the right amount of...

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Recover CPR training

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3 Things to Know in the New Age of Standardized CPR Training

Dr. Daniel Fletcher reviews the process behind creating standardized CPR guidelines, the RECOVER Initiative, and new, exciting ways to get...

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3 Ways to Take the Pain Out of Pain Management

No veterinarian or veterinary technician wants their patients to be in pain, so we've put together 3 ways to improve pain management in your practice.

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CPR Training Ken Yagi

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3 Ways CPR Training Makes Work Better: Ken Yagi's Story

Veterinary technicians sometimes feel underutilized and unfulfilled at work. Standardized CPR training may be one solution to an elevated future for...

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cruciate tear in dogs

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5 Tips for Examining a Cruciate Tear

Here are some little-known tips for examining a common orthopedic issue—the cruciate tear.

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Career building and burnout

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3 Tips for Raising Standards, Career Building, and Burnout

Find yourself considering whether you should switch to a job that isn't as tiring and where you don't get peed on, yet you love helping animals get...

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veterinary ultrasound

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3 Things You Didn't Know About Ultrasound

Ultrasound is an extremely versatile tool, a noninvasive way to quickly identify a number of issues, but it is often underused. Here are 3 things...

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Small Animal Dentistry

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Discover Small Animal Dentistry: 3 Takeaways

Dental issues are common in small animal practices, but some veterinarians may wish they knew more about dental health and procedures. Dr. Brook...

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