About the Author
Travis Meredith, DVM, MBA, Diplomate ACT, is the Contributing Medical Editor for Today’s Veterinary Practice; co-owner of Affinity Veterinary Center, Malvern, Pennsylvania; and Director of Member Services for Calico Group, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He received his DVM from Texas A&M University and his MBA from University of North Carolina—Chapel Hill.
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Practice Management
The Practitioner’s Guide to Industry Trends
The animal health industry has seen many changes that impact how practices will operate, serve their clients, and make business decisions in the future.Practice Management
Practice Software and Technology, Part 2
The Practice Information Management System is the heartbeat of a veterinary practice. Learn about the features that can help drive better pet health and hospital success.Practice Management
Beyond the Yellow Pages, Part 2: Client Matchmaking Tools
This article, presented in two parts, focuses on introducing new technologies that enhance our communication with clients—attracting them, fostering a relationship with them, and compelling them to come through our doors.
Technology
Emerging Technologies for Engagement & Interaction with Clients, Part 1: Client Engagement Tools
This year’s Practice Building column is dedicated to building today’s veterinary practice.
Practice Management
Building Today’s Veterinary Practice
As we enter the fourth quarter of 2013 and finalize plans for the upcoming year, the editorial team at Today’s Veterinary Practice has decided to steer the focus of our Practice Building column in an important and valuable direction.
Practice Management
Straight Talk – It’s Eleven O’Clock: Do You Know What Your Clients Are Googling?
For this issue, Straight Talk was charged with the task of determining what topics are driving pet owners online and how this information affects the day-to-day practice of veterinary medicine.
Practice Management
Straight Talk: Pet Insurance Primer
My first experience with pet insurance was probably similar to that of many practitioners.
Parasitology
Hot Topic: Preserving Your Parasite Preventive Program
It’s summer again and most practices are in the swing of the preventive medicine push.
Practice Management
Hot Topic: How to Handle the Headaches of Recalls
In recent years, animal health news has been overloaded with safety-related product recalls.