Find a scalable complete indoor disinfection solution that is effective at both disinfecting surfaces and eliminating airborne microorganisms (like bacteria and viruses).
Culture and Wellbeing
We have been planning a re-design for a couple of years, but the pandemic put things on hold. But now, after months of hard work and planning, we are proud to offer our readers a new look and feel (in the print version), as well as some new contents.
Clinical
Virtual care offers huge benefits for your patients, clients, staff, and bottom line. These include increased workflow efficiency, improved work-life balance, better and more thorough care for patients, and added convenience value for clients. It is no surprise that the lynchpin of well-implemented virtual care begins and ends with veterinary technicians, assistants, and care coordinators.
The rapid progression of AI has been facilitated by the enormous increase in data capture and availability, computer storage and processing capabilities, and neural network architectures. As governments, businesses, and organizations are struggling to keep up with the pace of developments, it begs the questions: What is on the horizon for veterinary medicine, and what will be the impact of AI?
Culture and People
A new AAHA survey on staff retention got a massive response. People had a lot to say—and they wanted to be heard. After months of sorting through the data, consulting with data analysts, and looking at these findings from various angles, we’ve landed on some illuminating findings.
Culture and People
A new group offers camaraderie and support for Indigenous veterinary students and professionals. With help from the nonprofit Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity (CARE), Natives in VetMed is rapidly expanding. Already, members represent 33 tribes from the United States and Canada.
Clinical
In Practice is a new feature in our newly redesigned Trends. Each month the final page of Trends will feature a useful and practical graphic that can be downloaded from the Trends website. This month, we have an infographic on the ins and outs of telehealth.
Topics that most interested NEWStat readers in the past year included stories on innovative treatments, new drug approvals, Black vet med professionals making a difference, and better understanding neurodiversity.
Small animal veterinary practice barely existed when Dr. Mark Morris, Sr., DVM, helped found AAHA 90 years ago and when his vision launched Hill’s Pet Nutrition and the Morris Animal Foundation 75 years ago. Now, his legacy of innovation lives on in their missions.
Seattle-based Urban Animal is only the second worker cooperative in vet med in the US—but what does that mean exactly? NEWStat talks with owner Cherri Trusheim, DVM, about how her unique exit strategy will unfold, and what it could mean for her employees.
