Top things we want to share with clients and vets

 What is Imposter Syndrome.  Wikipedia defines it as " a psychological pattern in which an individual doubts their accomplishments or talents and has a persistent internalized fear of being exposed as a "fraud".  I wouldn't say that this is something I experienced until more recently in my career.  Although I suffered from having less than ideal confidence in myself, I never doubted that I should not be doing what I was doing.  As my veterinary career path became more specialized, however, Imposter Syndrome started to creep in to my head every so often. So why I am I bringing this up.  I did something for the first time last night.  I had the opportunity to do a webinar on senior rehab and integrative medicine thanks to Hills and the VET continuing education platform.  Over my years as a vet I have pushed myself many times out of my comfort zone including teaching veterinarians about acupuncture, and speaking in front of people.  I frequently...

Over the last 5 years, since our opening at 850 Legion Rd, Unit 5, Burlington, Ontario, we have steadily made new wonderful relationships with so many referring clinics, ranging from Toronto, to Niagara Falls.  We are so incredibly greatful for these clinics and the trust that they have to send their beloved patients to us.   We created this blog as a little  summary that hopefully helps clarify some of the questions we get from both our referring vets and from our clients! 1) DO WE NEED TO DO X-RAYS We understand the stress finanically and sometimes physically that getting radiographs puts on everyone.  It is  not easy to put a 180 lb great dane on an x-ray table.  It is not easy to get a puppy to stay still so that great views can be achieved.  Working in regular practice for 16 years, I totally understand!!  Extreme circumstances exist where getting those radiographs are just not possible, especially if sedation is required.  We would...