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Support Matters

Culture and People

Support Matters

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.

Employee of the Month, February 2024
February 2024 employee of the month, Kerri Kenher, Client Service Representative

Culture and People

Employee of the Month, February 2024

This month’s prize winner is Kerri Kenher, Client Service Representative at Hampstead Animal Hospital, in Hamstead, New Hampshire!

Stay, Please
An illustration of a fish in a small fish bowl jumping over to a larger fish bowl to represent poor staff retention efforts

Culture and People

Stay, Please

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.

An Extra Wind: Natives in VetMed
Illustration of two Indigenous veterinary professionals cuddling pets.

Culture and People

An Extra Wind: Natives in VetMed

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.

Employee of the Month, December 2023
Sadie McDonald, CVT

Culture and People

Employee of the Month, December 2023

This month’s prize winner is Sadie McDonald, CVT, of Hawthorne Animal Hospital in Glen Carbon, Illinois!

Notebook, December 2023
3 images: Giles the cat, antifreeze molecules, and a veterinarian listing to a calf's heart.

Antimicrobials

Notebook, December 2023

News briefs from across the industry and beyond. This month’s articles include: Hemodialysis Helps Dog Defy Odds of 10% Survival Rate after Antifreeze Poisoning; CareVet, Blendvet, and Hill’s Launch DEIB Initiative; Immunotherapy Drugs Bring Years of Life to Dog; FDA Conditionally Approves Canine Seizure Medication Fidoquel-CA1; and more!

A Passion for Serving Others
Photo of a search and rescue dog laying beside his handler who is standing.

Culture and People

A Passion for Serving Others

Peggy Wilson got involved in search and rescue about 15 years ago, and it has been a passion of hers ever since. After having lost her original search and rescue dogs to old age, she is embarking on a new journey with two new search and rescue dogs in training.

Employee of the Month, November 2023
November 2023 employee of the month, Sue Hartmann, DVM

Culture and People

Employee of the Month, November 2023

This month’s prize winner is Veterinarian Sue Hartmann, DVM, of Klein Animal Clinic in Bettendorf, Iowa!

Employee of the Month, October 2023
October 2023 employee of the month winner, Tana Rafter

Culture and People

Employee of the Month, October 2023

This month’s prize winner is Client Care Specialist Tana Rafter, of Edmond East Animal Hospital in Edmond, Oklahoma!

Pain Management Is a Team Sport
Pain management starts at the beginning: A CSR checking in a feline patient and talking to the client

Clinical

Pain Management Is a Team Sport

The prevention and management of pain in veterinary patients is a core responsibility that should be shared by all members of the veterinary team. This article explores creating a team that is focused on pain management—from the CSR to the client.

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