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[ad_1] Staffing in a veterinary practice is a crucial lever that can be adjusted to lift productivity. If the ratio of non-veterinarian team members to veterinarians is too high, this will result in people being underutilized, and weigh on the practice’s expenses. But having too few supporting team members may strain—and reduce—your veterinarians’ ability to

[ad_1] This month we are starting a series called “Leading from Where You Are.” Throughout these episodes, we are diving deep into leadership within the veterinary field, exploring it from various perspectives—whether you’re a seasoned practitioner, a student, or an expert in leadership. We’ll discuss why it’s crucial to embrace leadership no matter where you

[ad_1] Dr. Robyne Hanley-Dafoe, an expert in human resiliency and wellbeing and the keynote speaker from this year’s AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference, joins the My Veterinary Life podcast this week to discuss practical strategies for managing stress, setting realistic goals, and prioritizing self-care. Listen to the My Veterinary Life podcast. [ad_2] Source link

[ad_1] Drs. Libby Coleman Todd and James M. Weber Jr. will be joining the AVMA Board of Directors (BOD) this July as the District 3 and District 5 directors, respectively. Their elections were announced February 3 after both veterinarians ran unopposed to replace outgoing BOD members Drs. Mary Ergen and Robert Knapp when their six-year

[ad_1] Researchers conducting an AVMA-funded study into ways to optimize the work of veterinary technicians have agreed to reopen the participation window to allow additional veterinary practices to take part. Any practice interested in identifying ways to better employ your veterinary technicians’ full skill sets can apply between now and March 15, 2025, to be

[ad_1] Our guest on this week’s episode of My Veterinary Life Podcast is Dr. Hanley Defoe, an expert in human resiliency and wellbeing. Dr. Defoe shares insights on resilience, emphasizing the importance of belonging, perspective, acceptance, hope, and humor. The conversation highlights practical strategies for managing stress, setting realistic goals, and prioritizing self-care. The conversation

[ad_1] A new AVMA webpage has the information cat owners need to help keep their pets safe from avian influenza A (H5N1).  –More–  [ad_2] Source link

[ad_1] A genotype of avian influenza type A H5N1 mostly found in wild birds and poultry has now been discovered in dairy cattle. On January 31, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service’s (APHIS) National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) confirmed by whole genome sequence the first detection of H5N1 clade

[ad_1] Do you have a veterinary colleague or mentor whose work deserves special recognition? There’s still time to honor them with a nomination for a prestigious AVMA Excellence Award. The AVMA Excellence Awards recognize outstanding achievements in all facets of veterinary medicine, from clinical practice to research and public service. Importantly, they’re powered by you.