feat. Kate Crumley, DVM, MS | Blue Heron Consulting Watch the full webinar here! For many veterinary professionals, owning a practice is a long-held dream. But turning that dream into a sustainable, thriving business requires more than clinical excellence—it calls for strategic planning, financial foresight, and the right guidance along the way. Owning a veterinary [...]
by Stith Keiser | Blue Heron Consulting Running a veterinary practice is about more than providing excellent medical care—it’s also about building a sustainable business. Whether you’re preparing to buy, sell, or simply want to better understand the financial health of your hospital, knowing how practice valuations work is essential. A clear picture of your [...]
by Stith Keiser | Blue Heron Consulting Watch the webinar here! For many veterinary professionals, practice ownership represents the ultimate goal: more control, more impact, and the potential for greater financial return. But with those rewards come new responsibilities, financial risks, and personal sacrifices. This post explores the key factors to consider if you're wondering [...]
feat. Stith Keiser and Robert Sanchez (Digital Empathy) | Blue Heron Consulting In this webinar, Blue Heron Consulting and Digital Empathy dive deep into how independent veterinary practices can set themselves apart in a competitive market. Learn why positioning is crucial for attracting the right clients and team members, how to build an authentic unique [...]
by Dustin Pulliam, DVM, MBA | Blue Heron Consulting Financial statements tell the story of your practice’s health, yet many veterinary professionals find them confusing or overwhelming. In this article, Dr. Dustin Pulliam, DVM, MBA, breaks down the essentials, helping practice owners use their numbers as tools for growth. Need a veterinary finance refresher? Watch [...]
by Stith Keiser | Blue Heron Consulting This article was written for and featured in Today's Veterinary Business. Do you remember when you first wanted to be a veterinary professional? Most of you do, and that goal became a calling that carried you through school and to where you are today. Once out in the [...]
by Stith Keiser | Blue Heron Consulting This article was written for and featured in Clinician's Brief. During my recent presentation on veterinary medicine compensation models, a Michigan State University student asked why 25% of production is used as a rule of thumb for compensation and benefits. “Why not a higher percentage?” he asked. I [...]
by Stith Keiser | Blue Heron Consulting This article was written for and featured in Today's Veterinary Business. As a consultant, I get nervous butterflies each time I prepare to review a veterinary hospital’s valuation with a friend or client. The video calls summarize the individual’s ability as a practice owner to build a legacy [...]
by Stith Keiser | Blue Heron Consulting This article was written for and featured in Today's Veterinary Business. I will never forget my first staff meeting as the new owner of a rural mixed-animal, one-doctor practice. To this day, I can still feel my nervousness and excitement. I vividly recall walking into the hospital’s small [...]
by Stith Keiser | Blue Heron Consulting This article was written for and featured in Today's Veterinary Business. I’ve been fortunate to wear various hats in my career — hospital manager, veterinary association business manager, adjunct faculty member, consultant and small animal practice owner. The first one, which I’ve never removed, is the now-weathered, dusty, [...]
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