Dr. Andy Roark provides perspective about recent posts he wrote about technicians and low cost clinics. He notes that two articles got amazing amounts of attention. Both were cheered by thousands of readers, stirred discussion and debate, and rubbed some people the wrong way. Review the articles and Dr. Roark’s commentary. Then you can decide.
Source: Dr. Andy Roark, February 25, 2016.
The 5 Technicians You Will Meet At The Clinic by was meant to be a helpful tongue-in-cheek piece that points out common personality quirks that we see in vet practices (and in ourselves). Regarding The Difference Between Low Cost Spay/Neuters And Regular Clinics May Surprise You, I believe we are all trying to figure out how to practice good medicine, run healthy businesses, and provide care that pet owners can afford. Discussions of how low cost facilities differ from full service facilities need to happen so we, as veterinary professionals, can be educated and work together.