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Relief Veterinarians with Drs. Cara Wright and Tom Pryor | Ep. 85
In this episode, we talked with Cara Wright, DVM, MS, IVCA, and Tom Pryor, DVM, about their experiences working as relief veterinarians. In the episode, they each spoke about their decision to purs...
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Rehabilitation Practices with Dr. Marianne Marshall-Gibson | Ep. 84
In this episode,we talked to Marianne Marshall-Gibson,DVM, MS, cVMA, CAC, CERPM, who owns a practice focused on integrative modalities and rehab services.She discussed experiencing burnout during h...
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Dentistry-Only Practices with Drs. Leah Limone and Amelie McAndrews | Ep. 83
In this episode, we talked to two veterinarians who own dentistry-only practices, board-certified dental specialists Leah Limone, DVM, DAVDC-Eq, and Amelie McAndrews, DVM, DAVDC-Eq, to learn about ...
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Sports Medicine Practices With Drs. Ciera Guardia and Andrea Sotela | Ep. 82
In this episode of The Business of Practice podcast, we talked to Ciera Guardia, DVM, and Andrea Sotela, DVM, about sports medicine practices and their recommendations for those in the equine indus...
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Emergency-Only Practices with Dr. Meggan Graves | Ep. 81
In this episode, Meggan Graves, DVM, joins us to discuss emergency-only practices and her recommendations for veterinarians considering this career option. Graves was an early innovator in emergenc...
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Building an Equine Veterinary Clinic Facility with Drs. Travis Boston, Lisa Kivett, and Anna Hood| Ep. 80
In this episode, Drs. Travis Boston, Lisa Kivett, and Anna Hood talk about the trials and tribulations of building a haul-in or hospital facility, what they found to be the biggest challenges, and ...
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2024 AAEP President Dr. Katie Garrett | Ep. 79
In this episode, 2024 AAEP President Dr. Katie Garrett talks about what she hopes to achieve during her term and what she sees as the biggest challenges for the industry. She discusses the AAEP Com...
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Changing the Equine Practice Business Model with Dr. Andy Clark | Ep. 78
In this episode, Dr. Andy Clark, a former equine practitioner and current advisor to equine veterinarybusinesses, talks about his recent opinion piece published online in EquiManagement, in which h...
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2023 in Review with 2024 Podcast Host Dr. Amy Grice | Ep. 77
In this episode of The Business of Practice, we introduce the 2024 podcast host Dr. Amy Grice and review some of the podcast topics for 2023. Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links E...
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Preparing for Retirement with Dr. Ann Dwyer | Ep. 76
In this episode of The Business of Practice podcast, Dr. Ann Dwyer helps equine veterinarians understand how to prepare to retire…something that should be thought about no matter where you ar...
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Veterinary License Defense | Ep. 75
In this podcast, Dr. Cynthia MacKenzie of the AVMA PLIT Trust helps veterinarians understand veterinary license defense coverage. Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 75 Ho...
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Personalities in the Workplace with Dr. Colleen Best | Ep. 74
In this episode of The Business of Practice, Dr. Colleen Best helps us better understand “Personalities in the Workplace.” Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode ...
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Practice Culture with Dr. Mike Pownall | Ep. 73
In this episode of The Business of Practice, Dr. Mike Pownall talks about “What Is Practice Culture?” Business of Practice Podcast Hosts, Guests, and Links Episode 73: Hosts:Kimberly S....
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Maternity and Family Policies with Dr. Kelly Zeytoonian | Ep. 72
In this episode of The Business of Practice podcast, we talk to new mother and practice owner Dr. Kelly Zeytoonian about Maternity and Family Policies in equine practice. Business of Practice Podca...
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Social License and Veterinary Sustainability with Dr. Tracy Turner | Ep. 71
In this episode of The Business of Practice podcast, we speak with incoming AAEP President Elect Dr. Tracy Turner about Social License and Veterinary Sustainability. Business of Practice Podcast Ho...
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Psychological Safety | Ep. 70
In this episode of The Business of Practice podcast, we talk to Dr. Stacey Cordivano about Psychological Safety and what that means in the equine veterinary workplace. Business of Practice Podcast ...
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Processes and Policies | Ep. 69
Processes and policies in an equine veterinary practice are important for many reasons, said Amy Grice, VMD, MBA. “Processes and policies uphold trust in your organization,” noted Grice...
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Handling Dissatisfied Clients and Setting Boundaries | Ep. 68
Clients can make or break an equine veterinarian’s practice or spirit. In this episode, we talked with Lisa Kivett, DVM, MS, DACVIM, owner of Foundation Equine, about dealing with dissatisfie...
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Finding and Firing Clients | Ep. 67
Business is a balancing act of finding and firing clients. Veterinary practice is no different. Equine practitioners should be willing to “fire” clients who cause them stress. Practitio...
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Finding Time to Learn | Ep. 66
In today’s busy equine practice, finding time to learn can be very difficult. In this episode of The Business of Practice podcast, we talk to AAEP Director of Education Karen Pautz, MS, about...
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Equine Veterinary Sustainability | Ep. 65
In this episode, AAEP President Rob Franklin, DVM, DACVIM, joins us to talk about equine veterinary sustainability. The AAEP has been leading the charge in working toward solutions in the equine ve...
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Recession-Proof Your Practice | Ep. 64
In this episode, we talk with Jen Braid, CPA, EA, about recession-proofing your veterinary practice. Her first words of wisdom on this podcast were that “recession-proofing” your equine...
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Plugging Veterinary Insurance Gaps | Ep. 63
In this episode, we talk with Nina Mouledous, DVM, a Trust Veterinarian for the AVMA Professional Liability Insurance Trust (PLIT), about insurance coverage for equine veterinarians. Mouledous disc...
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Mentoring New Vets | Ep. 62
In this episode, we talk to Cara Wright, DVM, MS, about mentoring new vets. Wright was a founding member of the Sustainability in Equine Practice seminars. She is also a facilitator in the Decade O...
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Customer Experience and Accountability | Ep. 61
In this episode, we talk with Amanda Donnelly, DVM, MBA, about how accountability affects the customer experience in veterinary medicine. Donnelly is a second-generation veterinarian with more than...
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Real-Life Resilience | Ep. 60
Equine veterinarians have always needed to have resilience. In this episode, we talk to Caroline Todd, BVMS, MRCVS. She is co-owner with her husband, Edgardo Fullana, DVM, of Harbour Ridge Equine n...
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Equine Vet Facilities for 2023 | Ep. 59
What equine vet facilities are being built in 2023? In this episode of The Business of Practice podcast, we talk about this with Heather Lewis, AIA, NCARB, of Animal Arts architecture firm. “...
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Non-Compete Clauses | Ep. 58
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is proposing to make non-compete clauses illegal in employment contracts. This could mean big changes in the equine veterinary industry. Listen to Milton C. Toby,...
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Hiring Remote Veterinary Office Staff | Ep. 57
In this episode, Stephanie Vasser, VMD, CVMMP, talks about how she grew her practice to have two part-time helpers on the road and a part-time office staff member who lives in another state and wor...
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Professional Pricing in Veterinary Medicine | Ep. 56
In this episode, we talk to Mike Tomlinson, DVM, MBA, who says that professional pricing in equine veterinary medicine is based on the foundation that your time and expertise is what you sell. R...
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Employee Engagement | Ep. 55
In this episode, we talk about employee engagement and “quiet quitting” in equine veterinary practice with Drs. Stacey Cordivano and Kelly Zeytoonian, co-chairs of the Practice Culture ...
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Supply Chain Issues and Opportunities for Veterinary Building | Ep. 54
In this episode, we discuss supply chain issues for equine veterinarians seeking to build or renovate. Our guest is Heather Lewis, AIA, NCARB, of Animal Arts architecture firm. “The Business ...
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Takeaways from the 2022 AAEP Convention Keynote Speaker | Ep. 53
In this episode, Amy Grice, VMD, MBA, gives an overview of the AAEP Convention Keynote speaker’s presentation titled Boundaries: When to Say Yes, and How to Say No When You Need To. “Th...
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2022 Podcast Highlights | Ep. 52
In this episode, we look at some of the highlights from The Business of Practice podcasts in 2022. Remember to go back and listen to some of the podcasts you might have missed! “The Business ...
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Veterinarian Hiring | Ep. 51
Finding, hiring and retaining equine veterinarians is difficult in today’s market. In this episode, we talk about veterinarian hiring with Stacy Pursell, founder and CEO of The VET Recruiter, the l...
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Veterinary Medical Records | Ep. 50
There are so many reasons to keep good veterinary medical records, said Cynthia MacKenzie, DVM, a Trust veterinarian with the AVMA PLIT. In this episode, she discusses the medical, legal, ethical a...
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Planning for 2023 | Ep. 49
Equine veterinarians—like other business owners—are struggling to finalize 2023 planning for their businesses. In this episode, we hear advice from Dr. Mike Pownall, who says that in his opinion, k...
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Veterinary Telemedicine | Ep. 48
Most veterinarians, whether they realize it or not, are already practicing some form of telemedicine. In this episode, Dr. Eleanor Green calls telemedicine “a natural evolution of health care in a ...
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Veterinarians Shopping at a Trade Show | Ep. 47
Many veterinarians are headed to the 2022 AAEP Convention and its associated trade show. In this episode, Bob Magnus, DVM, MBA, offers advice on shopping at a trade show. “The Business of Pra...
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Teaching Owners How To Keep Veterinarians Safe | Ep. 46
Equine veterinary work can be dangerous! In this episode, Dr. Amy Grice offers tips and tricks for engaging clients to help keep those farm calls safe. “The Business of Practice” podcas...
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Tips to Attract and Retain Equine Veterinarians and Staff | Ep. 45
“2022 was ‘The Year of the Shrinking Vet Practice,’ ” according to Dr. Mike Pownall. In this episode, he offers useful ideas for retaining veterinary staff as well as attrac...
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How To Use a Line of Credit | Ep. 44
In this episode, Jennifer M. Braid, CPA, EA, shares insights about using a line of credit and how this can be beneficial to a veterinary practice if handled correctly. “The Business of Practi...
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LMU’s New Equine Veterinary Education Program | Ep. 43
Join us as Drs. Eleanor Green and Jim Heird discuss the groundbreaking new Equine Veterinary Education Program at Lincoln Memorial University in Tennessee. “The Business of Practice” po...
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Tips on Veterinary Inventory Control | Ep. 42
Dr. Amy Grice discusses the many challenges of inventory control and management to protect this valuable asset. “The Business of Practice” podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn...
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Using Equine Vet Techs Fully | Ep. 41
In this episode, Deb Reeder, RVT, VTS-EVN, discusses the benefits of having credentialed veterinary technicians on a practice’s staff. “The Business of Practice” podcast is brough...
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Transforming Equine Practice | Ep. 40
AAEP President Emma Read talks about the current issues facing equine veterinary practice, as well as potential solutions. “The Business of Practice” podcast is brought to you by CareCr...
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Veterinary Ethics | Ep. 39
In this episode, Dr. Ernie Martinez discusses the important topic of veterinary ethics and the ways in which professional integrity has a positive impact on veterinary medicine. “The Business...
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Generational Differences | Ep. 38
Dr. Amy Grice offers guidance about dealing with different generations within a veterinary practice. “The Business of Practice” podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at ca...
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Courageous Conversations | Ep. 37
Dr. Colleen Best discusses turning the delivery of bad news into partnering for supportive conversations. “The Business of Practice” podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more ...
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Equine Veterinary Compensation | Ep. 36
Dr. Mike Pownall offers tips on hiring and retaining equine veterinarians in an environment where there are more jobs than veterinarians to fill them. “The Business of Practice” podcast...
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Protecting Against Pre-Purchase Malpractice Claims | Ep. 35
In this episode, Nina Mouledous, DVM, a trust veterinarian for the AVMA Trust, offers tips on avoiding malpractice claims related to pre-purchase exams. “The Business of Practice” podca...
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How to Leverage Team Talent | Ep. 34
What do you need from your veterinary team? Dr. Mike Tomlinson discusses maximizing teammate talent and keeping everyone impassioned about their goals. “The Business of Practice” podcas...
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How the Pandemic Helped My Practice | Ep. 33
Drs. Erin Denney-Jones and Monty McInturff talk about the good and the bad times of equine veterinary practice during the pandemic. “The Business of Practice” podcast is brought to you ...
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Veterinarian Burnout | Ep. 32
In this episode, we talk to Colleen Best, DVM, PhD, CCFP, about the issue of veterinarian burnout. “The Business of Practice” podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more at care...
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AAEVT: Who We Are and What We Do| Ep. 31
In this episode, we talk to the executive directors of the American Association of Equine Veterinary Technicians and Associates (AAEVT) about their work. “The Business of Practice” podc...
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Staff Communication | Ep. 30
In this episode, Dr. Mike Pownall talks about how to improve communication within a veterinary practice. “The Business of Practice” podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn more a...
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Solo Practice Tips | Ep. 29
In this episode, Dr. Caitlin Daly of Mid Coast Equine addresses the challenges and rewards of becoming a solo practitioner. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn m...
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Equine Veterinary Practice Trends | Ep. 28
Hear Dr. Amy Grice discuss the top points from her late 2021 survey of equine veterinarians on the state of the industry. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by CareCredit. Learn mor...
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Alternative Work Schedules for Equine Veterinarians | Ep. 27
In this podcast, Dr. Kelly Zeytoonian shares her practice’s success at creating veterinarian work schedules that serve the vets, the business and the clients. The Business of Practice podcast...
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Key Business Takeaways from the 2021 AAEP Convention | Ep. 26
The 2021 AAEP Convention was just loaded with great business and veterinarian wellness information! In this episode, we chat with Dr. Amy Grice about some key takeaways. The Business of Practice po...
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Should I Sell? | Ep. 25
There are a lot of corporate entities investing in veterinary practices today, with interest in equine practices heating up. Is the time right to sell your practice? In this episode, we chat with D...
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Hiring a Veterinary Associate | Ep. 24
How do you find qualified candidates and get them hired when so many associate veterinarian jobs have languished with no takers for months (or even years)? In this episode, we hear from Dr. Mike Po...
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The Road to Retirement | Ep. 23
In this episode, we discuss financial issues of equine veterinary practice, budgeting and preparing for retirement.
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Rethinking Internships | Ep. 22
Internships can make or break a young veterinarian. In this episode, we chat with Dr. Amy Grice about creating internship programs that train and retain talent in equine practices. The Business of ...
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Can You Afford an Associate or Assistant? | Ep. 21
What should a veterinarian do when they have too much work for one practitioner, but not quite enough for two veterinarians? In this episode, we chat with Dr. Amy Grice about workload support strat...
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Personal Financial Wellness | Ep. 20
Taking charge of your business and personal finances can make a world of difference in your stress. In his episode, we chat with accountant and veterinarian Marsha Heinke about personal financial w...
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Veterinarians Battling Burnout | Ep. 19
“If we are not meeting our own needs, the only ones we are harming are ourselves.” In this episode, Dr. Colleen Best offers suggestions about how veterinarians can battle burnout. The Busines...
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Developing an Emergency Veterinary Services Coop | Ep. 18
“Without the emergency cooperative, I would be missing so much of my life that’s important to me.” In this episode, we chat with Dr. Amanda McCleery about the ins and outs of deve...
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Marketing Your Veterinary Practice | Ep. 17
“It takes a lot of effort and time to market your equine veterinary practice, make sure what you are doing is worth the cost.” In this episode, we chat with Dr. Mike Pownall about tips ...
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Dealing with Dissatisfied Clients | Ep. 16
In this episode, Dr. Coleen Best offers advice to veterinarians and staffs about dealing with dissatisfied clients. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by Dechra Veterinary Products....
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Employment Agreements | Ep. 15
In this episode, Dr. Amy Grice discusses the important points of employment agreements in veterinary businesses. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by Dechra Veterinary Products. Le...
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Compassion Fatigue | Ep. 14
In this episode, Dr. Colleen Best helps us better recognize and address compassion fatigue in veterinary practice. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by Dechra Veterinary Products. ...
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Improving Cash on Hand | Ep. 13
Veterinarians have to pay bills and clients owe veterinarians money. This is the “working capital gap,” which describes the time between when suppliers need to be paid and when payments...
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Work-Life Balance | Ep. 12
What does work-life balance mean for equine veterinarians? In this episode, Dr. Amy Grice discusses setting boundaries, generational differences and how the gender shift has changed the needs of ve...
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Veterinary Social Marketing 101 | Ep. 11
In this episode, we chat with Caitlin DeWilde, DVM, about the basics of social media marketing for equine veterinary practices. DeWilde founded The Social DVM in 2013, when she recognized the untap...
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Ethical Challenges in Veterinary Practice | Ep. 10
Not all ethical dilemmas will land a veterinarian in jail; some will cause mental pain and anguish that can cause a veterinarians moral distress. In this episode, we talk to Barb Crabbe, DVM, who i...
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Veterinarians Getting Legally Paid | Ep. 9
What do veterinarians need to do to get paid in a timely manner—or even get paid at all? In this episode, attorney Milton C. Toby—who is married to an equine veterinarian—offers advice on how to ge...
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Resilient Veterinary Practitioners | Ep. 8
Are you taking care of your mental, emotional and physical well-being? In this episode, we chat with veterinary social worker Jeannine Moga about how to become a more resilient veterinary practitio...
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Growing Your Veterinary Practice | Ep. 7
It doesn’t matter if you’re a solo ambulatory practitioner or part of a large, multi-vet hospital—without growth of your client base, you probably won’t survive. In this episode, ...
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Creating Healthier Practice Spaces | Ep. 6
In this episode, we visit with architect Heather Lewis, AIA, NCARB, to discuss her recommendations for how equine veterinarians should build or remodel their practice facilities to benefit future b...
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Parenting Tips for Equine Veterinarians | Ep. 5
Years ago, women were discouraged from going to veterinary school, especially if they had an interest in mixed animal or equine practice. Today, the majority of veterinary students are women, and m...
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AAEP Career Center | Ep. 4
Looking for your next employee or position in the veterinary field? In this episode, you can learn how to start your search with the AAEP Career Center. The Business of Practice podcast is brought ...
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Episode 3: Avoiding Malpractice Complaints
We know that even the word malpractice is scary for good, hard-working equine veterinarians to comprehend in their practices, but the potential for malpractice complaints is real in today’s s...
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Episode 2: Pandemic Relief for Veterinarians
In this episode of The Business of Practice, we focus on pandemic relief for veterinarians with Marsha Heinke, DVM, CPA, EA, CVPM. The Business of Practice podcast is brought to you by Dechra Veter...
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Episode 1: Budgeting 101
Welcome to EquiManagement’s new The Business of Practice podcast! In episode 1, we discuss Budgeting 101 with Amy Grice, VMD, MBA. We all know budgeting can be hard, whether it’s for pe...
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