The following are true stories. *Names have been changed to protect the furry and innocent. The past few months have brought up a few emotional challenges as a veterinarian. But none more difficult than those cases and patients whose problems could have been avoided. On more than one occasion, technicians that I work with and… Read More
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The Grass Isn’t Always Grass on the Other Side
Okay, first of all, I am not sure if this blog is going to resonate with everyone. It could be one for the neurotic geeks. People like me. The ones who have a lot of themselves and their identities wrapped up in being a veterinarian. The ones who want their jobs to be perfect. When… Read More
Top 5 Ways Veterinary Technicians Fail Doctors
There is no doubt that veterinary technicians do a lot to keep veterinarians on track and hospitals running smoothly. No one is perfect, though. In this DVM360.com video, Drs. Andy Roark & Dave Nicol investigate the ways vet techs fail vets. 5. Techs fail to read vets minds. via GIPHY | Full video on DVM360.com 4…. Read More
The Best Way to Save Money at the Vet Starts Here
Here’s a tip to save thousands in veterinary fees: It starts before you even bring the dog home. Pet owners are commonly concerned about the high cost of veterinary care. There are many reasons for those costs, but I am not here to justify any of them. What I will do is point out some… Read More
The Real Truth About Suicide
I just heard about another veterinarian committing suicide and I’m torn between wanting to cry (I did) and scream (I haven’t yet). I had so much to tell him. That I too have touched the dark night of my soul more than once. That I too have considered suicide (more than once). That one of my… Read More
Do You Practice Like You’re Being Sued?
In February of 2014, Dr. Shirley Koshi committed suicide. I didn’t know her, but she was one of us. I investigated every story written about the situation for the months following her death. I also started looking at the Facebook sites created by “animal activists” that cyber-bullied Dr. Koshi and her practice until she felt… Read More