Starting a Veterinary Practice: Building from the Basics

Monday, July 21, 9 - 9:50 AM

Veterinary medicine provides professionals with entrepreneurial opportunities. These opportunities have evolved greatly over the past 20 years with constantly changing approaches to veterinary practice as well as opportunities to initiate new models of business not seen before. In today's market, having access to the right professionals and tools can make or break a new practice.

This presentation will help learners identify key pieces to consider as they develop their business plan as well as some useful resources to work with early on to ensure success. We will focus on creating your team of trusted advisors and understanding some of the key steps to take at the beginning of your business to secure a strong financial future.

This presentation will cover the basics for building an exceptional student program within your practice. Topics will include how to create an outreach and communication strategy, understanding and managing risks, and providing feedback.

Dr. Rebecca Stinson-Dixon

Head of Student Services and University Relations

AVMA Trust

Steven Hermann

CEO, Series 65 (fiduciary)

Entrepreneur, National Speaker

Recordkeeping: Will Your Documentation Save You?

Monday, July 21, 10 - 10:50 AM

Malpractice and license defense claims are on the rise. Regardless of practice type and species, the need for good medical recordkeeping amongst veterinarians is vital in today’s times to defend a veterinarian’s standard of care in practice.

Good documentation will help veterinarians prevail in these instances or can help to minimize the potential negative consequences from a lack of complete medical records.

This talk will review the reasons for maintaining good recordkeeping so that veterinarians can compare their current methods against these standards.

Dr. Cynthia MacKenzie Trust Veterinarian AVMA Trust