5 Key take-aways and resources
Key take-aways
There is no one-size-fits-all for managing a veterinary practice; the same goes for O/A practice management. However, utilizing techniques described in this chapter can help you expand your practice to include O/A services. Key drivers for making this part of your practice successful include
- Keep an open mind.
- Learn from multiple resources.
- Advertise your services.
- Market your strengths.
- Improve your leadership skills to navigate change with your staff and clients.
More information on these topics from sources used within this chapter can be found in the Additional Resources section.
Additional resources
Courses
For in-depth information on prevention measures, rules and regulations, communication tips, and management tools used in organic and alternative production, continue reading the following chapters:
- Prevention and organic/alternative animal health
- Rules and regulations associated with organic and alternative livestock
- Communication considerations for working with organic and alternative livestock clients
- Treatments and practices for organic and alternative livestock
Additional Continuing Education and Certification Opportunities
- American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association
- College of Integrative Veterinary Therapies
- American College of Veterinary Botanical Medicine
- CuraCore Integrative Medicine
- International Veterinary Acupuncture Society
- CHI University
- Options for Animals – College of Animal Chiropractic
Websites
American Association of Bovine Practitioners
American Association of Small Ruminant Practitioners
American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association
American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
Appropriate Technology Transfer for Rural Areas
Becoming a veterinary technician
California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF)
Chapter 1: Overview & Importance of Agricultural Extension
College of Integrative Veterinary Therapies
Farm Progress value-added veterinary services
Health Strategies for Organic Dairy Farms (AABP)
How can veterinarians be interesting partners for organic dairy farmers?
How Great Leaders Inspire Action
Organic Livestock Systems: Views of Veterinarians and Organic Producers
Organic Livestock Systems: Views of Veterinarians and Organic Producers
Organic Trade Association (OTA)
Perception of organic farmers toward organic agriculture and role of extension
USDA Organic Integrity Database
Veterinary Technicians and the Large Animal Ranching Sector
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