Compounded drugs—A literature updateJanuary 2, 2019In exciting times of new approved drug formulations for animal species, veterinarians face a myriad of challenges when balancing optimal treatment protocols and overall cost burden. Compounded drugs may offer an enticing alternative to an approved animal drug in terms of palatability and cost to the owner; however, the legal status of compounded drugs is often difficult to evaluate.
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The 7 top challenges facing veterinary medicine in 2017February 27, 2017Dear fellow veterinarians and devoted industry insiders: As I write this, Jan. 1 is dawning. It’s a beautiful day here in Miami and a great time to reflect on how prosperous a year veterinary medicine has enjoyed. Despite our many challenges, soon to be outlined below, our profession is flourishing. I, for one, am grateful to be a veterinarian in 2017. Please do not interpret anything below as evidence otherwise.