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Why Veterinary Non-Competes Are Here to Stay Despite the Proposed Ban by the FTC

Apr 10, 2024

In veterinary medicine, non-compete agreements have long been a contentious issue. These agreements, often included in contracts between employers and employees, restrict veterinarians from practicing within a certain geographical area for a specified period after leaving their current job. However, a proposed ban by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), which mirrors California law on non-competes, has sparked debate among industry professionals and policymakers alike. While some support a complete ban on veterinary non-competes, others advocate...

The Corporate Squeeze: How Corporate Consolidation is Disenfranchising Associate Veterinarians and Fueling Startups

Dec 31, 2019

communication, Industry Involvement, Practice Management, Practice Valuation, Well-Being

Anthony Mahan, Esq., MBA

In case you have been hiding under a rock the last few years, corporate consolidators have thrown piles of cash at acquiring veterinary practices throughout the U.S., which has resulted in lucrative p...

Self-Care and Servant Leadership Are Not Mutually Exclusive

Dec 10, 2019

Self-care, Veterinary, Well-Being

Mia Cary, DVM

Ever wonder why flight attendants tell us to put on our own oxygen mask before helping others with their oxygen masks during an emergency? It’s because we are better equipped to help others when...

5 Reasons To Be Thankful for the VetPartners Annual Meeting

Nov 25, 2019

VetPartners Meetings

Sarah Rumple

It’s that time of year again—time to reflect on all we’re thankful for as the holidays approach and the end of 2019 draws near. But, the end of the year also means the VetPartners Annual...

Carpe Per Diem: What’s Behind a Relief Veterinarian’s Fees

Oct 31, 2019

Human Resources, Practice Management, Well-Being

Cindy Trice, DVM

“Carpe per diem—seize the check.” —Robin Williams Relief veterinarians are business-to-business service providers and entrepreneurs. We’ve elected to start our own businesses in purs...