In this course:

We will examine the barriers that prevent us from offering a spectrum of care, how to overcome them, and tips for discussing finances with clients through the lens of the relief veterinarian.

  • Understand the role that client finances play in patient care, the concept of spectrum of care, and how it can be applied in a private practice setting using case-based examples of both emergent and non-emergent cases.

  • Discuss barriers to practicing within a spectrum of care and how to overcome them.

  • Develop communication skills to maximize success when discussing finances with clients, especially in situations of limited finances.

Course curriculum

    1. Spectrum of Care: Practical Approaches for Relief Veterinarians- Video Lesson

    2. Spectrum of Care: Practical Approaches for Relief Veterinarians- Quiz

    1. Spectrum of Care: Practical Approaches for Relief Veterinarians Presentation Slides

About this course

  • Free
  • 3 lessons
  • 1 hour of video content

Instructor

Kate Boatright

VMD

Dr. Kate Boatright has been in small animal practice since graduating from the University of Pennsylvania in 2013. After nearly 8 years of full time practice in both general practice and emergency clinics, she moved to part-time clinical work to pursue her passion for educating veterinary professionals as a freelance speaker and author. She currently works part time as a general practitioner and ER relief veterinarian. Dr. Boatright enjoys discussing mentorship, the unique challenges facing recent graduates, wellness, and the spectrum of care. She believes deeply in the role of organized veterinary medicine and holds leadership positions in the AVMA and her local and state VMAs. In her remaining time, she stays busy chasing her toddler, running, reading, and watching movies with her husband and cats.

Reviews

5 star rating

concise and clear for presentation

Michael Likins

great course that would benefit any practicing veterinarian who deals with a wide range of clients in every day practice

great course that would benefit any practicing veterinarian who deals with a wide range of clients in every day practice

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5 star rating

Spectrum of Care

Suzanne Sigel

Well delivered and informative.

Well delivered and informative.

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