Tag: Veterinary Practice

Creating a Lifestyle Veterinary Practice with Dr. Eve Harrison (Ep. 18)

Creating a Lifestyle Veterinary Practice with Dr. Eve Harrison (Ep. 18)

The thought of starting your own veterinary practice can be daunting, especially if you have already experienced the fast-paced work ethic needed in the veterinary field.

Although that may sound stressful, with the right guidance, opening your own practice could offer you more freedom and time to pursue your other passions.

Join your host Marcia Miller, CEP®, RFC® as she speaks with Dr. Eve Harrison, founder of The House Call Vet Academy. Uncover the balance between professional and personal life, the concept of a lifestyle practice, and the steps veterinarians can take if they feel overwhelmed or unhappy in their current roles. Eve shares her journey from burnout to building a sustainable and fulfilling mobile practice, emphasizing the importance of setting boundaries and seeking support. 

Marcia and Eve discuss: 

  • The definition of a ‘lifestyle veterinary practice’ and how it can prevent burnout
  • Eve’s personal story of transformation from a traditional practice to a fulfilling house call practice
  • The importance of financial planning and seeking professional support when considering a shift in your veterinary career
  • The House Call Vet Academy and the resources it offers for building a successful house call practice
  • And more!

 

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About Our Guest: 

Dr. Eve Harrison is the founder of The House Call Vet Academy. 

After graduating from vet school, Eve spent years immersed in the demanding environments of clinics, hospitals, emergency rooms, and operating theaters. The long hours left her feeling burnt out, nearly prompting her to abandon the profession altogether. Struggling with an imbalanced work-life situation, she realized the necessity of finding a more sustainable approach to caring for her patients, their caregivers, and herself.

Driven by this realization, she made the decision to establish her own house call veterinary practice, adhering to her personal vision. Today, Eve provides a nurturing and supportive environment, guiding others in crafting their own distinctive veterinary practices, tailored to their individual preferences and principles.

From Animal Care to Leadership With Keri Riddick (Ep. 5)

From Animal Care to Leadership With Keri Riddick (Ep. 5)

Does a passion for animals ensure success in veterinary practice management? 

Step into the intriguing world of veterinary practice management with host Marcia Miller, a finance professional from RFG Advisory, as she welcomes Keri Riddick, former veterinarian and current executive director of the Georgia Veterinary Medical Association, to tackle this thought-provoking question.

Listen in as Keri recounts her journey from aspiring equine surgeon to leading a mixed animal practice and ultimately guiding a major veterinary association. The discussion sheds light on the often-overlooked business management challenges faced by veterinarians, especially those with limited business training.

Key Highlights:

  • Business Skills in Veterinary Practice: Gain insights into how business and negotiation skills can level the playing field for veterinarians
  • Emotional Challenges: Explore the delicate balance between emotional connections with animals and the pragmatic aspects of veterinary practice management
  • The Value of Support: Find out why a knowledgeable business advisor or partner is indispensable for making informed decisions in veterinary practice
  • Educational Insights: Follow Keri’s educational journey, highlighting how accounting classes were pivotal in her transition to a leadership role in veterinary medicine
  • Open Communication: Learn the importance of asking insightful questions and fostering open dialogue for growth and understanding in the veterinary field
  • Challenges in Veterinary Medicine: Dive into critical issues like staffing shortages and professional identity crises, and how organizations like GVMA are providing essential support
  • Networking and Community Support: Discover the transformative power of networking and relationship-building for professional development, with GVMA at the forefront of these efforts
  • And much more!

 

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About Keri Riddick: 

Dr. Keri Riddick received her Bachelor of Science in Microbiology in 1997 from Auburn University and her DVM from Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2000. After veterinary training, she went to Birmingham, Alabama where she practiced mixed animal medicine for 2 years and then emergency medicine for 5 years. In 2008, she purchased a small animal hospital in Columbus, Georgia. Dr. Riddick has been an active member in the Georgia Veterinary Medical Association (GVMA) and following the sale of her practice she joined the GVMA team and has been serving as the Executive Director for the GVMA since 2022.