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Steve Carter posted an update 4 years, 1 month ago
For our friends in the North, we were notified that Rossendale Pet Crem Services will be closing from June 2022. For any members that are looking for an alternative service provider, we work closely with PCS who can be reached via https://www.pcsonline.org.uk/ or 01604 740 864. Please remember to mention that you are a Vetsure Member as we obtain…[Read more]
Sarah Kick posted an update in the group 
New startups 4 years, 1 month ago
It’s great to see so many new members joining this group. Please do post questions if you’re looking for guidance on any part of setting up your practice. If you’re already open, let us know how your new practice is going – any tips you think would help those just starting the process, I know would be gratefully received. Have a good weekend. Sarah
Hi we’re just starting out and are getting a lot of calls about pricing that tend to go nowhere. is this a thing you all get?
Morning Ian, great question. I’ll contact a few practices this morning to see if they are experiencing the same. We have a number of new mobile practices who have opened recently who I am sure will be happy to reply. I expect you’re already doing this, but when people are calling, are you asking when boosters etc. are due? Great to keep a note of…[Read more]
thanks Sarah !
Hi Ian,
We’re a mobile practice in Witney, Oxfordshire. We’ve had a few similar calls but nothing out of the ordinary – we would see this amount of calls for prices etc in a normal practice in the area. I think a lot of people want to know if we’re going to be cheaper or more expensive than their own vets.
We’ve been giving out prices only for…[Read more]
angelawilkin posted an update 4 years, 1 month ago
Today is International Women’s day – did you know that there is an online group with lots of fantastic information and resource for women in the veterinary world ?
Find out more about this group here https://www.veterinarywoman.co.uk/about/
Or apply to join their closed group on Facebook π
Gemma Hughes posted an update 4 years, 2 months ago
Interesting article in the Vet Times about the vet shortages
https://www.vettimes.co.uk/news/bva-fears-at-eu-vet-registrants-falling-by-more-than-two-thirds/
Following on from the graduate fairs we have attended, everyone we spoke to has received an email directing them to our ‘Jobs Board’ so if you are looking make sure you have posted the vacancy.
angelawilkin posted an update 4 years, 2 months ago
After the focus on those who are hard of hearing following the Strictly Come Dancing win for Rose Ayling-Ellis – Vet Times has CPD available for those looking to improve their communication with hard of hearing customers and…[Read more]
What a brilliant idea
Steve Carter posted an update 4 years, 2 months ago
Would any of our members who use ezyVet for their PMS have any pointers on how to incorporate the Net Net Net Prices into their system. I’ve been asked this question by a potential Vetsure member who is looking to come on board with us in the Summer. Thanks, Steve.
angelawilkin posted an update 4 years, 2 months ago
Vetsure Graduate Friendly practice scheme sponsored a lecture last night at the Cambridge Vet School – we are working closely with the school to ensure they know that a career in independent practice can offer them a structured and caring environment with lots of opportunity . We are looking to appoint 2 student advocates to spread the word…[Read more]
Lindsay Brazil posted an update in the group 
Equine 4 years, 2 months ago
who are people using for practice insurance? would you recommend ?
no – that would be good. are they a Buysure affiliated company? does anyone in the group have any experience with them?
Lindsay Brazil posted an update in the group Equine 4 years, 2 months ago
has anyone had any problems with gastric ulcers claims ? we have had an insurance co decide the claim is closed as complete resolution noted on re scope – despite having months of time left on claim and being nowhere near vets fees limit. and another where vet Rec ongoing Tx as grade 1 ulcers noted but still symptomatic – but ins co have clause in…[Read more]
Not yet, but thanks for the warning. As you say, clinical notes need to be very carefully worded if this is the case.
hi Lindsay, only just catching up with messages as my app has been misbehaving. we’ve definitely started having problems with insurance companies – I now always warn owners before any score that if only grade 1 ulcers found they won’t be covered. we’ve also found where an ulcer claim is open and still has time / money left they will not pay for…[Read more]
angelawilkin posted an update 4 years, 2 months ago
The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) is opening a new School of Veterinary Medicine this year. At present, they are in a stage of curriculum development (first entry 2023) and would like to gain the opinion of the profession as to what graduates need to learn in order to become, and ideally remain, members of the profession. There is a lot…[Read more]
Gemma Hughes posted an update 4 years, 2 months ago
With the first 2 career fairs done for 2022 with a lot of interest from students I thought it would be a good time to remind you about our Graduate Friendly Scheme.
* It’s free to all Vetsure members
* Produced in collaboration with Dr Dave Nicol
* Provides structure and resources for you and your new grads
A comment from one of my vets – ‘So far…[Read more]
angelawilkin posted an update 4 years, 2 months ago
I have recently heard a vet on my local radio talking about the importance of insuring pets. The vet was concerned that her clients might buy a policy that was “not worth the paper it was written on” and that in these times of increasing calls on the household budget, it was essential that a policy was in place, in case their beloved pet needed…[Read more]
Steve Carter posted an update 4 years, 2 months ago
Good Afternoon. Could any of our members assist me with an enquiry that a Vetsure member has asked earlier about Radiation Services? Hi there
“I have been advised to reach out to yourself, I hope you donβt mind. I am after any advice you can offer me in radiation protection services. We are looking to move away from our current provider, IRS. I…[Read more]
Hi Steve, I had a similar question today from one of my practices. I’ve found the following info:
and
Peter Cockett BSc BVetMed DVR CertSAO MRCVS
RPA 2000 Certificate of Competence No 00000772
0118 9713077
07801 257883
http://www.rpavet.co.uk
petercockett@rpavet.co.uk
Thank you both. I’ll pass this info over to our Member.
we use Neil Pearce – he is very jobsworth but too much of a faf to change. I went on a peter Crockett course and thought he was very good.
Thanks for the info Lindsay . Any info you want to share, please post away. Steve
Sarah Kick posted an update 4 years, 2 months ago
A very busy day at Bristol vet school today! Lots of final year student contact details to share with our graduate friendly practices!
Gemma Hughes posted an update 4 years, 3 months ago
Is anyone utilising their RVN’s to help with consulting? So the vet can move from one consult to the next confirming findings, history etc and authorising treatment. With vets needed in so many practices could this help with the vets time?
Hi Gemma, as someone who is married o a Canadian vet nurse I can confirm that in North America the nurse goes to the waiiting room, calls the patient, weighs them, takes a brief history , gets the vaccines etc if needed and then the vet goes in, does an exam and gives the treatment. It speeds things up considerably and vastly increases turnover,…[Read more]
Sarah Kick posted an update 4 years, 3 months ago
Did anyone else know today is #nationalgoldenretrieverday – one I wasn’t aware of. A good one for your social media! Get those goldie photos on your news feeds!
LOL! Get it in the diary for next year Lou!
Sarah Kick posted an update 4 years, 3 months ago
Norway ban breeding of English bulldogs & cavalier King Charles spaniels because of health issues – what are your thoughts? Intereting debate I was listening to on radio 2, Norwegian version of KC vs UK based English Bulldog breeder!
Lindsay Brazil and Kate Vincett are now friends 4 years, 5 months ago
Sarah Kick posted an update in the group Farm Animal 4 years, 5 months ago
A reminder about the Bristol Vet School careers day on Friday 4th Feb 2022. If you’re thinking of taking on a new grad or EMS student next year, please make sure you get job / placement details to me by early Jan. I’ve also made a note to ask about the interview process for new students!
