Vet Times articles

The latest veterinary content produced by Vet Times, covering topics such as Companion animal, Equine, Exotics, Farm animal, Welfare and General.

June 2023

The true costs of locum working

Sarah Keir BVMS(Hons), PGCertSAM, MRCVS – considering both locums’ and employees’ points of view – takes a look at why locums are so expensive.

The key to joy and excellence at work

Jesse McCall, Institute for Healthcare Improvement, and RCVS Knowledge, advancing the quality of veterinary care, set out why and how to build up camaraderie in your veterinary practice

26 mins
Tips for successful delivery of RECOVER Initiative CPR training

Kristina Pollock MVB, CertSAS, PhD, MRCVS offers a preview of the CPR training for both veterinary schools and practices due to take place at VetEd2023 in July.

Artificial intelligence in vet education: risks and opportunities

Rachel Kenvyn carefully considers the pros and cons of introducing this technology into veterinary colleges and universities.

May 2023

Association of Veterinary Students Congress – reflections for future

Graham Duncanson BVSc, MSc(VetGP), DProf, FRCVS shares his take on the Association of Veterinary Students’ recent event, hosted by the Bristol Veterinary School.

All sources great and small: vet education through historical lens

Andrew Gardiner BVM&S, CertSAS, MSc, PhD provides a preview of a plenary talk on veterinary history he will give as part of VetEd 2023, taking place this July.

VetEd2023 – coming together for sustainable veterinary education

Susan Rhind and Paul Wood, of the University of Edinburgh, discuss what is coming up at the VetEd2023 conference in July.

April 2023

The power of five questions

Jesse McCall, of the Institute for Healthcare Improvement, and RCVS Knowledge advancing the quality of veterinary care suggest five simple questions that can help teams put even the most unforgettable shifts to bed, and get in the best shape to deliver excellent care.

Avian influenza: are you prepared to see pet poultry this season?

Henrietta Kodilinye-Sims aims to help all veterinary staff comply with the RCVS code in delivering first aid and emergency care to these birds.

28 mins

March 2023

A practitioner’s guide to writing veterinary articles

ABSTRACT Writing might seem daunting, but it might be easier than you think. Case reports, … more

Mental health in the veterinary profession – solutions to a crisis

Laura Mairesse DVM, MVetSci, MRCVS outlines the importance of taking practical steps to combat this issue.

A guide to surviving night shifts

Night duty, night shifts, overnights… Whatever you want to call it – whether you work … more

34 mins
Goat Veterinary Society virtual meetings – commercial and pet

David Harwood BVetMed, FRCVS summarises the knowledge shared by six speakers across two days of online meetings concerning goat ownership.

27 mins

February 2023

Top three factors of joy at work – why and how to gain them

Jesse McCall, Institute for Healthcare Improvement, and RCVS Knowledge, advancing the quality of veterinary care highlight three areas that can have a big impact on how your team feels and performs, which can help increase joy.

34 mins
BVCS 2022: big live attendance with small group learning

Graham Duncanson BVSc, MSc(VetGP), DProf, FRCVS reviews the British Veterinary Camelid Society’s conference, which included good food and stimulating lectures.

27 mins

January 2023

Prepare, delegate and prioritise

Dave Beeston BVetMed(Hons), PGDip(VCP), MRCVS offers advice, gleaned during his own ECC endeavours, for how colleagues can improve their efficiency and reduce stress.

37 mins
Role of practice health care plans in pet parasite control

Ian Wright explains how practices can work with owners to create targeted programmes and prevent overtreatment occurring.

31 mins
Deer discussions at former Royal Dick school residence

Aiden Foster BSc, BVSc, CertSAD, PhD, DipACVD, FHEA, MRCVS provides an overview of various topics covered at the latest meeting held by the British Deer Veterinary Association.

25 mins
Relocating unique and valuable RCVS collections

RCVS Knowledge, the charity advancing the quality of veterinary care, sheds light on the college’s collection of artefacts, unveiled in its HQ move.

13 mins
‘Friends of Vetlife’ helping charity become more visible in plain sight

James Glass BVetMed, MSc, MRCVS uses his journey to becoming a Vetlife trustee to outline the organisation’s work and how people can get involved.

17 mins