FIVP Practice Matters

FIVP Practice Matters

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FIVP Practice Matters episodes

  • Ep009 - Dr Dave Nicol - Practice Culture

    In these challenging times in veterinary practice with investigations, client expectations and so on, how easy or difficult is it to maintain a healthy practice culture? Come to that, what IS practice culture?

    Ian Wolstenholme chats with DR DAVE NICOL who has been a vet for more than 25 years and headed up two multi-doctor teams on two continents. He's an author, broadcaster and currently runs Roundwood Pet Hospice in central London.

    Dave has been twice voted VMX Speaker of the Year.

    Listen up - it's going to be a good one....


    19 min
  • Ep008 - Dr Ernie Ward - Mental Health and CMA

    In this edition Ian chats with America's pet advocate, author and industry leader (as well as ironman triathlete!) DR ERNIE WARD about how our veterinary colleagues across the 'pond have tackled similar issues to that of the current CMA investigation in the UK. How has it impacted on U.S. veterinary teams and what we learn from their experiences?

    12 min
  • Ep007 - Dr Katie Ford - Practices on the air!

    In this episode Ian Wolstenholme talks with vet and entrepreneur KATIE FORD about how practices might like to consider collaborating with their local radio station to broadcast pet healthcare information and reach new audiences as part of their strategic marketing.

    To find out about your local community broadcaster visit http://static.ofcom.org.uk/static/radiolicensing/html/radio-stations/community/community-main.htm

    10 min
  • Ep006 - BVA Great Workplaces

    In this episode we chat with the President of BVA - Dr ANNA JUDSON - about the launch of their Great Workplaces Accreditation that helps to build a thriving workforce by recognising and rewarding positive workplace culture in both clinical and non-clinical veterinary workplaces.

    We also speak with GARY KELLY from Warren House Veterinary Centre about their recent success of being awarded UK Vets of the Year.

    17 min
  • Ep005 - Bonus episode - BVA Live

    In this bonus edition, Ian Wolstenholme visits the recent BVA Live event at the NEC in Birmingham and chats with

    • VICKY and ALAN ROBINSON from Vet Dynamics
    • MICHAEL LAZARIS from Vets on the Common
    • RACHEL SIMMONDS from Edhen Vets
    • CHLOE from Vet Yogi
    • HELEN SILVER-McMAHON from Being Human
    • MALCOLM MORLEY from BVA
      • 20 min
    • Ep004 - Lyndsay Hughes - 2024 BVNA President
      In this episode LYNDSAY HUGHES celebrates the way in which veterinary nurses, student nurses and others in the vital clinical support teams are contributing to her BVNA presidential year theme of progression and encourages nurses to complete the VN profession survey which can be found here
      VN Profession Survey (bvna.org.uk)
      11 min
    • Ep003 - Bonus episode - Lisa Eardley - Dogs Trust
      In this episode LISA EARDLEY, Dogs Trust Rehoming Centre Manager in Manchester talks about the latest initiatives of the Dogs Trust, including the National Dog Survey and Dog Friendly Vet Clinics.
      You can complete the survey here:
      National Dog Survey: UK's Largest Dog Survey | Dogs Trust
      15 min
    • Ep002 - Kat Chase - House and Jackson

      In this episode KAT CHASE, Client and Marketing Manager of House and Jackson Veterinary Hospital chats with Ian Wolstenholme about their recent success as the Pet Plan Practice of the Year and how they have celebrated the win.

      For more details visit https://www.petplanvet.co.uk/veterinary-practice-insurance/veterinary-awards/

      9 min
    • Ep001 - FIVP Practice Matters - Pre-launch Introduction

      FIVP: Practice Matters is a new bi-weekly podcast designed to foster collaboration, spark insightful discussions and celebrate the ingenuity thriving within independent veterinary practices. With episodes set for a 10-minute format, it’s the perfect companion for a walk with your dog or on the commute to work.

      Practice Matters is set to amplify the voices and

      experiences of those on the front line of veterinary care, within independent practice. Each episode promises to provide conversations with an array of
      guests from the veterinary world and beyond, delving into topics that will resonate with the whole veterinary team. From the latest technology and equipment to thought-provoking debates on industry trends, no stone will be left unturned.

      We also want to hear from you! The podcast extends an open invitation for our members to share their unique perspectives and innovations. Have you implemented a new protocol that has changed your practice? Or perhaps a member of staff has introduced a game-changing idea or become a huge support to members of the team? Practice Matters wants to hear about it and celebrate the brilliance within your practice.

      You can send us a voice note via WhatsApp to 07709 836 865

      At its core, Practice Matters aims to be more than just a source of information; it strives to be a unifying force within the independent veterinary community.

      So mark your calendars and tune in as FIVP: Practice

      Matters launches on Tuesday 4th June!

      4 min

    About FIVP Practice Matters

    From the publisher's feed

    Welcome to FIVP Practice Matters - fostering collaboration, sparking insightful discussions and celebrating the ingenuity thriving within independent veterinary practices. With a new episode every fortnight (plus bonus episodes), it’s the perfect companion for a walk with your dog or on the commute to work!