Fritz Wood, a renowned animal health consultant and advisor, joins Dr. Andy Roark to talk about pricing in veterinary medicine. Are increasing prices justified by inflationary pressures and rising costs of living? Do pet owners agree and/or accept this? What are the potential benefits and pitfalls of veterinary clinics raising prices? Should they do fewer… Read More
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Pandemic Impacts on the Pet Overpopulation Problem
Dr. Simone Guerios, Clinical Assistant Professor of Shelter Medicine at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine, joins the podcast to discuss her recently published research on the long-lasting impact of the 2020 pandemic on dog and cat overpopulation. Cone Of Shame Veterinary Podcast · COS – 176 – Pandemic Impacts On The Pet… Read More
An Economist’s Take on Keeping Care Affordable
Are continuously rising prices in veterinary medicine inevitable, or is there a way to provide higher wages and better care while keeping costs reasonable? Economist Dr. Matthew Salois joins Dr. Andy Roark to discuss the economics of pricing in veterinary medicine. Cone Of Shame Veterinary Podcast · COS – 175 – An Economist's Take On… Read More
Modern Marketing for Veterinary Practices
Dr. Caitlin DeWilde joins the podcast to discuss modern veterinary marketing, how we communicate with pet owners when our caseloads are overflowing, and what the future of pet owner communications may look like. Cone Of Shame Veterinary Podcast · COS – 172 – Modern Marketing For Veterinary Practices You can also listen to this episode… Read More
Saying “No” With a Smile & Keeping the Team Motivated – November Mailbag pt. 2
Dr. Andy Roark takes more questions from the mailbag! Questions in this episode: How involved should associate veterinarians be with boarding in the clinic? Phone etiquette when trying to help non-clients on the phone who need assistance but they can’t be seen due to lack of appointment availability What are the best things to do… Read More
CBD, Labor Shortage, and Non-Economic Damages with Mark Cushing
Mark Cushing Joins Dr. Andy Roark to review recent trends and policy battles in veterinary medicine. He discusses the veterinary labor shortage, telemedicine, nurse practitioners, lawsuit damages and CBD regulation. He also gives his predictions for the midterm 2022 elections and how they will impact veterinary medicine in the coming year. Cone Of Shame Veterinary… Read More