About the Author
Creative Disruption columnist Dr. Bob Lester is the chief medical officer at WellHaven Pet Health, a former practice owner and a founding member of Banfield Pet Hospital and the Lincoln Memorial University College of Veterinary Medicine. He serves on the boards of Pet Peace of Mind, WellHaven Pet Health and the Lincoln Memorial veterinary college. He is president-elect of the North American Veterinary Community.
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Veterinary Education
Ready, Willing and Able
At some colleges, a newer approach to teaching and learning leaves new veterinarians well-prepared for their first day on the job.Veterinary Education
Building a Career Ladder
Our profession desperately needs more credentialed veterinary technicians. Human medicine stands as a shining example of progress.Human Resources
Cultivating a Team
Explore 15 ways to support your employees personally and professionally and keep them at your practice longer.A H.O.T. Topic
Tweaking to-do and don’t-do lists and supporting better ways to practice can help us leave at a decent hour.
Government/Regulations
10 Trends Worthy of Attention
Knowing that only fools predict the future and knowing further that I qualify as a fool — my kids regularly remind me — I’ll take a stab at 10 veterinary profession trends to watch.
Practice Management
Some Creatures Great and Small
Can we still practice like James Herriot and offer all things to all people?