Practice Pulse Blog

Change is one of the few guarantees in veterinary medicine. After more than 40 years working in this profession, I sometimes catch myself believing I have finally seen it all. I've managed through a global pandemic, staffing shortages, economic downturns, difficult clients, medical emergencies, changing technology, and the emotional highs and lows that come with caring for animals and the people who love them. Yet veterinary medicine has a way of read more...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jessica Lis (215) 884-6499 ALACHUA, FL – The Veterinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA) announced that pute.us , a nationwide, veterinary-exclusive Information Technology (IT) partner specializing in practice optimization, has signed on as a Silver Supporting Sponsor. Qualifying companies offering products and services that address the professional business needs of today's veterinary practices are invited to read more...

ALACHUA, FL – The Veterinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA) announced that Pawsitive Pet Health Certificates, a team of veterinary professionals dedicated to gathering necessary documentation for pet owners looking to travel outside of the United States, has signed on as a Silver Supporting Sponsor. Qualifying companies offering products and services that address the professional business needs of today's veterinary practices are read more...

Delegation is one of the most challenging and most essential skills for veterinary hospital managers to master. Recently, I was given an opportunity to put this skill to the test when I traveled internationally with my daughter on what truly felt like a once-in-a-lifetime trip. As managers, stepping away from a busy, eight-doctor small animal hospital can feel nearly impossible. The day-to-day operations are constant, unpredictable, and often exhausting. read more...

Attending the 2026 Veterinary Hospital Manager's Exchange in Pensacola, Florida, was such a rewarding experience, and as the current VHMA President, I couldn't be prouder of the quality continuing education we offer our members. This conference, held February 19–21 at the beautiful Hilton Pensacola Beach, has long been my favorite VHMA event of the year. This year was no exception. What makes the Management Exchange truly special is its size and read more...