In this episode of FlightPlan: Quick Consults, we tackle a critical challenge for veterinary practices: overburdened practice managers. Our panel breaks down the avalanche of responsibilities—admin, HR, bookkeeping, inventory, client complaints, and more—that keep managers from truly leading their teams.

We explore practical solutions, including delegating tasks, outsourcing, and structuring leadership support so managers can focus on what matters most: leading people, building culture, and driving results.

If you’re looking for ways to empower your managers, reduce reactionary chaos, and strengthen your practice from the middle out, this episode is packed with actionable strategies and expert insights.

Panelists for this episode include:

• Host = Brenda Tassava Medina, CVPM, CVJ, MVLCE, President of Encore Veterinary Consulting
• Katie Esposito, CVPM, Account Manager at Clarus Technology
• Susie Crockett, CVPM, Director of Practice Management at Noah's Animal Hospitals
• Debbie Hill, CVPM, SPHR, SHRM-SCP, Consultant at Encore Veterinary Consulting

Thanks for listening!

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In this episode of FlightPlan: Quick Consults, our panel dives into one of the biggest efficiency challenges in veterinary practice: the exam room bottleneck. We tackle a bold question—what tasks really need a vet in the room?!

Learn how empowering your staff, clarifying patient care standards, and strategically redesigning exam rooms can make a huge difference in workflow. We also explore the game-changing impact of AI digital scribes, technician utilization, and small clinic tweaks that save time, reduce burnout, and elevate the client experience.

Panelists for this episode include:

• Host = Brenda Tassava Medina, CVPM, CVJ, MVLCE, President of Encore Veterinary Consulting
• Dr. Alex Andryszak, Field Ops Veterinarian at Encore Vet Group
• Dr. Evelyn Sagastume, Practice Owner at Petsedena Animal Hospital
• Carol Hurst, LVT CVPM, CVJ, CCFP, Consultant, Encore Veterinary Consulting

Thanks for listening!

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Veterinary practices are almost always busy...but does the P&L reflect that?

In this episode of FlightPlan: Quick Consults, our panel explores the disconnect between how busy a practice feels and what the financials actually show. They discuss common issues like unclear responsibility across teams, inefficient use of technology, high payroll despite feeling understaffed, and rising inventory costs without products on the shelf.

The conversation also highlights how an accurate, well-structured P&L—aligned with the VMG/AAHA Chart of Accounts—helps practice leaders avoid reactive decisions and instead focus on trends, leading indicators, and clearer financial insight.

Host = Brenda Tassava Medina, CVPM, CVJ, MVLCE, President of Encore Veterinary Consulting

Panelists:

• Martin Traub-Werner, CEO at VetBooks
• Michelle Winter, CVPM, CVJ, VP of Operations at Encore Vet Group
• Katie Esposito, CVPM, Account Manager at Clarus Technology

Resources Mentioned:

• VMG AAHA Chart of Accounts - https://www.myvmg.com/knowledge-center/aaha-vmg-chart-of-accounts/

Thanks for listening!

Website: https://encorevet.com/

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