Dr. Brian Bourquin joins the podcast to discuss the new NOMV C.L.E.A.R. Blueprint. This is a hospital wellness certification program that was recently introduced to veterinary clinics. Dr. Bourquin talks about the certification, the experience of implementing it in his own Boston veterinary practices, and lessons learned along the way. Cone Of Shame Veterinary Podcast… Read More
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Intentional Discounting Revisited
Dr. Tannetje’ Crocker joins the podcast to expand on a previous episode where she and Dr. Roark discussed the ethics and implementation of intentional discounting. In this episode, Drs. Crocker and Roark talk about the feedback from that episode, what they see as valid criticism and what they disagree with. The conversation then turns to… Read More
Tailoring Veterinary Medicine: Lessons from Prego’s Spaghetti Sauce Story
Last weekend, I read the best article I’ve ever seen about ketchup, mustard and spaghetti sauce. Now, I know what you’re thinking – how can condiments and pasta sauce be so intriguing? Well, this article taught me a valuable lesson about understanding our clients’ needs. If you have the time, I highly recommend hitting that… Read More
Are Non-Compete Clauses Going Away in Veterinarian Contracts?
Dr. Lance Roasa joins the podcast to talk non-compete clauses! There has been a lot of attention recently on FTC proposed rule makings around non-compete agreements, and some are wondering what’s in the future for veterinarian contracts. Dr. Roasa weighs in on what’s going on and what we can expect in the future. Cone Of… Read More
Brachycephalic Dog Breeds: How Can New Research Help Your Patients
Dr. Jules Benson, Chief Veterinary Officer at Nationwide, joins Dr. Andy Roark to discuss new research highlighting the health concerns present in brachycephalic and “extreme” brachycephalic dog breeds. Cone Of Shame Veterinary Podcast · COS – 202 – Brachycephalic Dog Breeds: How Can New Research Help Your Patients This episode is sponsored and made possible… Read More
Time for GPs to Take Back Skills They Gave Away to Specialists?
Neurologist Dr. Sean Sanders joins the podcast to talk about what a re-division of labor among general practice veterinarians, specialists and support staff might look like. Is it possible for us to improve affordability and access to care by giving more wellness care to technicians and supporting general practice veterinarians in taking back a variety… Read More