A good associate veterinarian has the ability to lead and is a positive role model. Find out what else they are.

Let us be clear: An associate veterinarian is a veterinarian who is NOT an owner of the practice. What do you need in an associate? The easy answer is, “a veterinarian.” But it takes much more than DVM behind the name to make an associate a successful part of any practice. Yes, they need to have all the qualities of a veterinarian: seeing patients, communicating with clients, performing medical procedures, etc. But what else do they need?

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Dr. Wise's Take
Being a good  Associate Veterinarian requires more than medical knowledge and surgical skills.   This article is a great reminder that other qualities are greatly valued by employers, and likely make the difference in long-term employment relationships.

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