Upcoming Free Webinars from AAHA

Workplace Violence is an escalating concern within the veterinary industry, posing a significant challenge to the security and well-being of veterinary professionals. Explore the diverse scenarios of violence, from theft and vandalism to verbal and physical assaults by dissatisfied clients or disgruntled employees. Learn to recognize risks proactively and develop a well-defined security plan to mitigate their impact.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the various types of workplace violence.
• Recognize risks and how they manifest.
• Develop workplace security and violence prevention strategies.
• Effectively resolve or respond to acts of violence.

This program has been RACE approved for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval.  

Pet insurance is becoming increasingly integral to veterinary practices, boosting compliance with treatment plans and enhancing patient outcomes. This webinar addresses the rising popularity of pet insurance and equips veterinary teams with the knowledge to effectively discuss its merits with clients. Covering scenarios from new puppies to emergency cases, attendees will gain insights to educate pet owners and streamline the conversation, ultimately improving client satisfaction and reducing staff stress.

Learning Objectives:

• Recognize the role that pet insurance plays in helping pet owners plan for the financial costs of owning their pet.
• Learn how to discuss the value of pet insurance for a variety of different breeds, ages, conditions, and client goals.
• Understand the legal liabilities that exist around discussing specifics of policies or carriers with clients.
• Develop a simple plan around communicating the value of pet insurance within the hospital that involves the entire team.

This program has been submitted for RACE approval (pending approval) for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval.  

Dive into the heart of veterinary care with this comprehensive webinar focusing on the multifaceted landscape of shelter medicine, delving into preventive care, disease control, population management, behavior assessment, and more.

Gain insight into the unique challenges and ethical considerations inherent to this vital field, while discovering the key differences between shelter medicine and private practice.

From high-quality, high-volume spay/neuter techniques to promoting responsible pet ownership and humane treatment of animals this webinar is designed to equip you with the specialized skills needed to champion the health and well-being of animals in shelters and animal welfare organizations.

Learning Objectives:

• Explain the types of animal shelters and the many ways they are classified.
• Discuss how shelter veterinarians balance individualized patient care with population medicine.
• Introduce the standards of care and guidelines for animals in shelter environments.
• Provide an overview of the challenges, responsibilities, and ethical considerations associated with shelter medicine.
• Demonstrate high-quality/high-volume spay/neuter techniques.
• Discuss the importance of partnerships between general practitioners and shelter veterinarians.

This program has been submitted for RACE approval (pending approval) for 1 hour of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval.