Private equity is reshaping the veterinary profession. I elaborate on this segment of capital and offer up three big reasons that all veterinarians should both care and learn about it.
As we think about James Herriot and what gave him a rich life as a veterinarian, we need to remember how rooted he was both in his care for pets and as a member of the community in which he worked.
As consolidation ramps up in the veterinary field, it’s worth looking at other industries to help understand the drivers of this phenomenon and to look for private ownership bright spots.
To keep practices in the hands of veterinarians, more women must be convinced that they can and should own their own practices. I address and refute some of the myths that lead people, especially women, to not consider owning their own veterinary practice.