Practice Pulse Blog

How did we make it to November in the blink of an eye? With the end-of-year holidays looming, another year has whizzed by, causing me to reflect on the speed of everyday life and the gratitude I have for my work family. November is otherwise known as the Month of Gratitude. Thanksgiving celebrations prompt us to pause and reflect on the things and people in our lives that make us grateful. I spend many quality hours with my work family, read more...

As a business manager in a veterinary hospital, ensuring compliance with laws governing prescription practices is crucial—not only for legal and ethical reasons, but also to maintain trust with clients. With increased client demand for third-party prescription fills (think Chewy, 1-800-PetMeds, and local pharmacies), understanding the rules in your state is more important than ever. 1. Stay Current on State Regulations Each state's veterinary medical read more...

I am coming off a post-conference high as I write my first President's Message. The VHMA's annual conference was held at the beginning of the month in New Orleans. The theme was fantastic: “Rhythms of Excellence: Strategies for Veterinary Hospital Success.” There were so many highlights, including a second line parade for all the attendees, a pinning ceremony for the first recipients of VHMA's new certification, CVOM, and the record number of new read more...

Alachua, FL - The Veterinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA) is proud to announce the certification of forty-six veterinary management professionals. Four individuals have earned the Certified Veterinary Office Manager (CVOM) certification, while forty-two have achieved the Certified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM) designation. These accomplishments represent significant professional milestones, signaling expertise and excellence in veterinary read more...

New Orleans, La. — Like the music of New Orleans, which often has a vibrant, two-beat rhythm, the Veterinary Hospital Manager Association (VHMA) selected two President's Award winners this year. At its 2025 conference "Rhythms of Excellence: Strategies for Veterinary Hospital Success," held in New Orleans, VHMA honored Dr. Elizabeth Fritzler, DVM, CVPM, and Dr. Susan Diment, CVPM, PHR, DBA, for significantly impacting VHMA and growing the Certified read more...