Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Ambulatory equine practice management.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice
- Year:
- 2012
- Authors:
- Baus, Mark R
- Affiliation:
- Grand Prix Equine · United States
- Species:
- horse
Plain-English summary
Horse owners want the best care for their horses, but they also value a well-organized veterinary practice. They expect their veterinarian to arrive on time for appointments, provide clear bills, and have helpful staff. If a practice is poorly managed, it can affect the quality of care the veterinarian can offer. Additionally, without good management, the practice may struggle to keep up with new treatments and technologies, which can lead to frustration for the veterinarian, especially after long hours of work. Overall, effective management is crucial for both the care of the horses and the well-being of the veterinarians.
Abstract
The horse owner not only expects outstanding care for their horse; they also recognize and appreciate a well-run equine practice. They expect their veterinarian to show up on time for appointments; they expect to receive decipherable invoices and statements on a regular basis and they appreciate an assistant who enhances the services that their veterinarian provides. A well-managed ambulatory equine practice supports the ideals of both high standards of care and mobility. In fact, a poorly managed practice will ultimately impact the care that an equine veterinarian attempts to provide the horses in his or her care. Without careful attention to profitability and efficiency, the practice’s ability to grow and develop with emerging therapies and technologies is impossible. Furthermore, a poorly managed practice will significantly contribute to the frustration that an equine veterinarian feels after working long hours and receiving only nominal pay.
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