Culture and People
More than 33 years after the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became law, “reasonable accommodations” has become a byword in most sectors. But awareness, empathy, and support are still needed to overcome many challenges, including in the veterinary profession.
Culture and Wellbeing
As an underrepresented minority in veterinary medicine, Niccole Bruno, DVM, founder of blendVET, knows how important it is for kids with the dream of being a veterinarian to have support. Her organization creates programming that intentionally provides exposure and representation for students in underserved communities.
Client Communication
Mike Pownall, DVM, MBA, practice owner, consultant, and fellow podcaster, joined Central Line to talk about what veterinary professionals in any corner of the field can take away from Synchrony’s 2023 Equine Lifetime of Care study.
Culture and Wellbeing
With an increasing number of Spanish-speaking clients, being able to communicate in Spanish is no longer just a skill—it’s a necessity. Vetspacito empowers veterinary professionals with the language tools to improve patient care and build stronger, more empathetic relationships with a broader clientele.
Culture and People
This month’s prize winner is Kerri Kenher, Client Service Representative at Hampstead Animal Hospital, in Hamstead, New Hampshire!
Steven Hansen, DVM, MBA, DACAW, DACVT, is boarded in animal welfare and veterinary toxicology. Hansen is also president and CEO of the Arizona Humane Society.
Ependymal cysts are rare in humans and even rarer in dogs—only three veterinary cases have ever been reported. These cysts are benign neuroepithelial cysts that develop in the central nervous system. In humans they are mostly small and cause no symptoms unless they become enlarged, in which case they are surgically removed.
Behavior
AAHA Vice President Parva Bezrutczyk, DVM, shows how improvisational comedy techniques can be applied to the world of veterinary medicine. The AAHA Community answers the question: “How do you schedule and charge for sedated exams?” This month’s Scoop news articles include: Disease Discovered in Orphaned Kittens; NAVTA, NAVC Join Forces to Educate Pet Owners About Vet Techs; FDA Approves Oral Solution to Treat Cats’ Anxiety and Fear; Pet’s Quality of Life Drives Owner Decision-Making in Emergency Situations; and more!
Clinical
By taking proactive steps to maintain their pets’ dental health, pet parents can significantly contribute to their pets’ overall health and happiness. When tooth brushing is challenging, dental chews can be an at-home alternative.
Practice Management
Veterinary professionals are well-suited to be experts in a variety of One Health concepts. Here are some resources and ideas for how to increase awareness among your clients about the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health.
