Category Archives: Small business

Abandoned and “Found” Animals, can you treat them?

One question which I get quite a bit is related to animals that are “found” or “abandoned.” Typically the person who brings in the animal is incredibly honest that they are not the owner of the animal. The vet is … Continue reading

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AMDUCA, do I have to exhaust all other options prior to extra label usage

A great question in our Leap session today… Do I need to exhaust all other approved drugs in order to exercise AMDUCA for off label use in companion animals? No. From the AMDUCA statute and the FDA guidebook- In companion … Continue reading

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Telemedicine is becoming a must during COVID – 19

Telemedicine is one of the ways to have social distancing but still provide services during this pandemic. I’ve already received multiple vendors asking for us to spend on advertising for our telemedicine capabilities.  While I am not certain spending more … Continue reading

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Cannabis and the Veterinarian

This year the use of CBD  in veterinary medicine is a hot topic. My fellow member of the Bar, Betsy Choder of Vetcounsel.net wrote a comprehensive article on the topic for the GVMA earlier this year. If you haven’t read … Continue reading

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Bees and Veterinarians

At a recent LEAP, I was asked what the requirements were for prescribing antibiotics to Bees. And lo and behold… there is a federal government site to answer part of this question.  The FDA has permitted no less than 11 … Continue reading

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Can Human Medical Practicioners perform surgeries on dogs and cats without a veterinary license? (Doctors, Nurse Practicioners, etc.)

There’s been a lot of questions lately that have come in regarding which licensed professionals are able to perform surgeries on dogs and cats.  The short answer is… no they may not under current Georgia law. There are a few … Continue reading

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Succession Planning – Away due to recent accident

Hi All, I apologize, but I’ve been unable to respond to most posts and questions over the past couple of months due to an accident. While it’s unrelated to the practice of veterinary medicine or legal issues, it does bring … Continue reading

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List of items to include in a Medical Record – Georgia Rules

During the Leap presentations at the GVMA Fall Convention, I had several questions on what information needs to be included in a veterinary record.  The Georgia Board of Veterinary Medicine has given us a list in their Rules – Section … Continue reading

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Upcoming LEAP Event at the GVMA Fall Convention in Atlanta

This Sunday I’ll be speaking again, on the new practice act, at the GVMA Fall Convention.   Click here to register for the GVMA Fall Convention – October 19 – 21, 2018 – Atlanta Marriott Century Center This marks the … Continue reading

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