Practice Pulse Blog

The Veterinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA) is pleased to announce that 32 veterinary management professionals recently earned the Certified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM) credential. The VHMA’s CVPM credential, which is voluntary, is recognized as the sign of professional achievement and excellence and is awarded to those who demonstrate the knowledge and experience necessary to successfully manage the ever-changing operations of today's read more...

Managers play a crucial role in achieving desirable financial results for their practices. Training, experience, and continuing education can be bolstered when handling practice finances. However, many managers may continue to be apprehensive, even fearful, about administering fiscal affairs because the viability of the business is at stake. But fear does not have to be the antipode to progress; it can be the impetus for action. According to Sandy read more...

Here’s some of what I’ve observed about us practice managers since I’ve been part of VHMA as a member, Board Member, and now your new president:  We are problem solvers. We are optimists and achievers. We have very high expectations — especially for ourselves. All of us needed every bit of that grit to get through 2020 and early 2021. We ran at full speed, dealing with every logistical, emotional, and fiscal challenge.  For what now seems like a read more...

The Veterinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA) today announced that PetDesk, a company that provides veterinary client engagement technology and solutions for veterinary practices, is the association’s newest Silver Supporting Sponsor. Qualifying companies offering products and services that address the professional business needs of today’s veterinary practices are invited to participate in VHMA’s sponsorship programs. Both VHMA and PetDesk read more...

Dear Friends, Ten years ago, I began serving on the VHMA Board. This experience has provided me with fond memories, career-building experiences, and an opportunity to know many of you on a deeper level. A highlight has been serving as president during the association’s 40th anniversary. Reaching this milestone has prompted VHMA to examine its past, peer into the future, knit together a history of the organization, and highlight read more...