Written to follow Dr Catanzaro's Building the Successful Veterinary Practice series this book relies on the team approach to veterinary healthcare. The 'how to' format, complete with examples and concepts, is a necessary primer for veterinarians in today's competitive society. The author's active clinicians, offer options and alternatives to old habits in the form of workable solutions. The solutions are then tailored to specific practices and their unique needs.
About the Author:
Thomas E. Catanzaro, DVM, MHA, FACHE, Diplomate, American College of Healthcare Executives, is the first veterinarian to receive board certification with the American College of Healthcare Executives. He has spent the last decade building the largest veterinary-exclusive, diplomate-led veterinary consulting team in the United States. His full-time consultation and seminar schedule has given him knowledge and appreciation for the multitude of practice options.
Thom Haig, DVM, is a partner in a multispecies veterinary hospital in Nevada. He has been a lead consultant for Catanzaro & Associates for the last seven years. He is also co-editor of the VIN practice management board. His past experience with the Nevada State Board brings a unique perspective to value the value of medical records.
Peter Weinstein, DVM, MBA, is a veterinarian and hospital administrator at an animal hospital in the suburban setting in southern California. His practice management consultation with Catanzaro & Associates and his experience with state and local veterinary medical associations have provided tremendous exposure to a variety of practice styles.
Judi Leake, DVM, used the lessons from practice management principles of Dr. Catanzaro to allow her to begin an early retirement. Retirement was short-lived, and she is currently building a stare-of-the-art hospital and pet resort near Aspen, Colorado.
Heather Howell, RVT, MBA, is a hospital administrator in a seven doctor, mixed animal practice in Nevada. Her interests in human resources and personnel management contribute to the team-building emphasis of this book.
