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SPVS was founded in 1933 to promote the interests of veterinary surgeons in private practice. We are also a division of the BVA which concentrates primarily on matters of practice management and finance, providing a source of information, advice and practical guidance for the practice team.
Check out our 'SPVS In The News' page on our website, where you'll find a range of articles written by or featuring SPVS members on topics like practice finances, veterinary leadership, HR, and more.
One of the latest articles, written by SPVS board member Helen Swift for Vet Times discusses 'Simple Ways to Build Great Referral Relationships'.
Read the article here 🔗 https://spvs.org.uk/spvs-news-articles/
Sign up to our next cohort on 18th July led by Keith Dickinson below 👇
https://spvs.org.uk/spvs-business-club/
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A series of online sessions are taking place over the coming months to help members share their experiences of current
Join the SPVS Business Club and gain invaluable business knowledge through community-focused CPD, networking, and real-world experience sharing.
Our series of 5 sessions, free for members, covers essential topics like insurance, PDRs, boosting revenue, and more. Each session features an intro followed by discussions and Q&A.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your business skills and connect with industry experts. Secure your spot now and learn more by visiting our website: https://spvs.org.uk/spvs-business-club/
Did you know that veterinary practices in the UK could be missing out on up to £530 million owed to them?
SPVS partners with DSL UK to offer members exclusive benefits designed to help you stay on top of your finances. Enjoy a free debt toolkit that provides essential resources for effective debt management and take advantage of a reduced corporate collection commission of just 15%.
Enhance your financial stability with expert support from DSL UK 🔗 https://spvs.org.uk/preferential-rates/
Designed to empower new grads and returning vets, the GP Mastery course builds confidence in all aspects of practice life, including handling difficult client conversations.
Ideal for early-career professionals or vets seeking to refresh their skills, our program addresses critical areas often overlooked in traditional CPD.
Led by seasoned practitioners, we cover topics such as refining consulting skills, surgical decision-making, client communication, managing self-doubt, and effective time management.
Sign up for our October cohort here: https://spvs.org.uk/gp-mastery/
The Meraki Initiative provides searchable workplace profiles to make your business visible to students seeking EMS placements and professionals looking to join a great team and culture.
Level the recruitment playing field, take control of your recruitment, widen your digital marketing reach, passively generate your own leads, build a strong employer brand, and integrate unlimited job posts.
Visit the SPVS website for your exclusive discount code 🔗 https://spvs.org.uk/preferential-rates/
🌐🏥 Stay organised and informed with a digital hospital whiteboard! 💻📋
From tracking patient admissions and discharges to managing patient treatments and staff assignments, this innovative tool ensures seamless coordination and efficient workflow management. With real-time updates and customisable features, you can optimise resource utilisation and deliver exceptional care to your patients. 🚀🩺
Don't forget that you can notify VetCheck of your SPVS membership details to obtain a 5% ongoing discount on any subscription.
Find out more: https://www.vetcheck.it/
It's time to remind owners and let them know the importance of complying with the new cat microchipping legislation. Automated client communication service, Virtual Recall, has just the answer!
Find out how iRecall can automate contacting your non-chipped cat clients here: https://www.irecall.vet/uk/solutions/engage/?utm_campaign=Advertising%202024&utm_source=spvs-social-cat-chipping-engage-1&utm_medium=Social%20Post&utm_term=engage-cat-chipping-2024
SPVS is thrilled to announce a new collaboration with Helen Mason Coaching. Helen Mason, a leadership coach and team facilitator with extensive experience in the veterinary profession, is now offering her expertise to SPVS members at a 15% discount.
Helen specialises in two key areas: team facilitation and women’s leadership and offers one-on-one and small group coaching to create a safe space for important conversations and forward action.
To learn more, visit www.helenmasoncoaching.co.uk or email [email protected] to arrange a free 30-minute discovery call.
Join us this week for the next SPVS Business Club session on Thursday, 18th July from 7:30pm to 8:30pm.
These sessions are free for SPVS members and only £15 per session for non-members, or £50 for a bundle of 5 sessions.
Designed to foster discussion and idea-sharing, you can talk through problems and business scenarios, seek advice on various approaches, and share both positive and negative experiences.
Find out more details and book here 🔗 https://spvs.org.uk/spvs-business-club/
Last week, SPVS held its first Business Club session on succession planning, led by SPVS board Chair Pete Orpin.
The session was well-attended, and participants shared positive feedback, including that they learned valuable new insights, felt prepared to apply these lessons in practice, and were highly satisfied with the experience.
Join us for our next session focusing on Insurance with Kieth Dickinson from Shire Insurance and Finance Brokers on July 18th by signing up here 🔗 https://spvs.org.uk/spvs-business-club/
We have recently made additions to our CMA review page and are offering resources to SPVS members to help support the profession with the recent updates.
Find out more and access the resources here 🔗 https://spvs.org.uk/cma-spvs-response/
We're delighted to announce that SPVS member Emma Green is the winner of the position on Vet Sustain's 'A Sustainable Approach to Clinical Veterinary Practice' course.
Find out more about the course here and remember that SPVS members can 10% off! 🔗 https://spvs.org.uk/vet-sustain-online-course/
Our GP Mastery course offers invaluable insights and practical skills tailored for every stage of your veterinary career.
Join our October cohort and gain the confidence and knowledge you need to excel in the consulting room. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals and elevate your practice.
Learn more and register: HTTPs://spvs.org.uk/gp-mastery/
Veterinary It Services is excited to announce the release of "State of the PMS Volume 2"! Building on the success and feedback from the original guide, this new edition covers even more ground, providing deeper insights, extensive evaluations, and comprehensive analyses of Practice Management Systems (PMS) for veterinary practices.
Whether considering a new system or evaluating an existing one, this report is designed to help practices make informed decisions that align with their needs.
Veterinary IT Services invites everyone to download the new guide for free via their website.
This is the final call for SPVS Congress 2025 speakers 📢
SPVS would love to hear new voices like yours next year for ! You don't need to be an expert, have a PhD or even to have had experience of conference speaking before - you just need an idea, and an outline of how you might share that with fellow professionals.
Submissions close tomorrow, so complete the submission now 🔗 https://spvs-congress.co.uk/congress-2025-session-submission/
Attention SPVS members!
Don't miss HCR Law’s next free virtual legal surgery on June 20th from 1:00pm to 2:00pm.
This is your chance to speak with a specialist veterinary legal team about any legal issue, get initial advice, understand your next steps, and receive an estimate of fees.
Register your interest by contacting [email protected].
For more details, visit: https://spvs.org.uk/preferential-rates/
Today, we are over in Bristol celebrating this year's Best UK Vet Awards ceremony!
We're very proud to be sponsoring this event and will be celebrating all of the hard work that each nominated practice has put in towards sustainability in the veterinary industry.
Keep up to date on the Best UK Vet Awards page for the winners' announcements in each category!
Don't forget that our first-ever SPVS Business Club session is taking place this Thursday 13th June.
The session 'How to Nail Succession Planning' will be led by Chair of the Board Pete Orpin from Anval Business Consultancy and chaired by SPVS President Silvia Janska.
Pete will discuss the importance of succession planning and offer insights for practice owners and managers at all career stages.
Non-SPVS members can save on a new membership by signing up for the bundle of five SPVS Business Club sessions.
Find out more and sign up here 🔗 https://spvs.org.uk/spvs-business-club/
Explore our top tips page for insightful advice from our expert board members, aimed at helping GP vets thrive in their careers.
In this video featuring our Chair of the Board, Pete Orpin, he emphasises the importance of embracing mistakes as learning opportunities. He encourages vets to be honest about their errors and to seek support from their colleagues.
Watch Pete's full video and discover other valuable tips from our experts: https://spvs.org.uk/top-tips/
Later on this week at on Friday 7th June at 14:30, SPVS Chair of the Board Pete Orpin will be taking part in a panel discussion on the thoughts from the profession regarding the CMA.
Be sure to head to the Business, Careers and Debates Theatre to hear insights from a host of industry experts, in partnership with Vet Record.
Find out more here 🔗 https://bvalive.vetshow.com/conference-programme?_gl=1*rtzknf*_up*MQ..&gclid=CjwKCAjwgdayBhBQEiwAXhMxthRiK9QKVhYGUqxWSNSa-uQX7wYsdJ3FLUoJX_E3lL4617AGSKAG1xoC7doQAvD_BwE
You can buy each of our 14 HR Foundation modules separately, covering topics like law & equality, employee engagement, recruitment, and more!
Module 13, sponsored by Vetted Recruitment Limited, focuses on recruitment in which you'll learn about effective interview structures and get insights into conducting successful interviews.
The course includes eight videos by Vetted Recruitment experts, plus a special session with Pete Orpin & Ami Sawran on "How to Improve Recruitment in Practice."
Earn 1.5 CPD hours for just £55 and enhance your recruitment strategies today 🔗 https://courses.spvs.org.uk/hr-foundations/
We're excited to be sponsoring this year's Best UK Vet Awards next month over in Bristol.
We look forward to celebrating the amazing work that all of the nominated practices have been putting in.
View the different award categories and event details on their website 🔗 https://bestukvet.co.uk/
Secure your space now!
The 9-module GP Mastery course provides the content to further improve your skills and enjoyment in your role as a GP vet.
The aim of the course is to help GP vets become more efficient and effective in their role, empowering them to enjoy their work in practice.
Find out more and apply for our October cohort and grab your space before numbers become low 👇
https://spvs.org.uk/gp-mastery/
Would you be interested in speaking at SPVS Congress 2025?
SPVS Congress would love to hear new voices like yours so we are encouraging new speakers to complete our session submission form.
Session submissions should fit within one of the key strands of SPVS theme of Thriving in Practice.
Anyone who would like to do so should complete the submission form by Friday 14th June 2024 👉 https://spvs-congress.co.uk/congress-2025-session-submission/
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We have some exciting news!
Not only do SPVS members get 10% off the brand new Vet Sustain course 'A sustainable approach to clinical veterinary practice', but one lucky SPVS member will be able to get the course for free!
All you need to do to enter is tell us in 150 words or less 'What inspires you to champion sustainability in your practice?'
Get more details and submit your entrances here 🔗 https://spvs.org.uk/vet-sustain-online-course/
Save the date 📆
Our first SPVS Business Club session on 'How to nail succession planning' is just around the corner, taking place on Thursday 13th June at 7:30pm.
The interactive session will be led by Pete Orpin and chaired by Silvia Janska covering:
- How we get the balance right in practice,
- Attracting new business partners,
- How to create a robust succession plan,
- How best to utilise external expertise to get there.
Secure your place and join us for this session 👉 https://booking.spvs.org.uk/product/how-to-nail-succession-planning-13th-june/
The SPVS Salary Survey results are still available to access!
The survey revealed insights into the salaries of various roles within the industry, including locums!
Sign up to be a SPVS member to access the full in-depth report 🔗
https://spvs.org.uk/salary-survey-results/
Have you ever been tempted to share your experiences, an idea, or some wisdom with your colleagues, but haven’t yet found the confidence to apply to speak at an event?
Knowing how intimidating it might feel to considering speaking at an event, Ami Sawran, SPVS JVP, is encouraging new speakers to read her article to hopefully put their minds at rest.
Read Ami's article here 🔗 https://spvs-congress.co.uk/new-voices/
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Claim excellent SPVS member benefits by becoming a SPVS member today!
From a library of resources to preferential rates for veterinary service providers across the industry, all SPVS members get exclusive access to all benefits and a discounted price for our annual Congress.
Explore all the benefits and sign up to be a SPVS member here 👉 https://spvs.org.uk/member-benefits/
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The Meraki Initiative provides searchable workplace profiles to make your business visible to students seeking EMS placements and professionals looking to join a great team and culture. Level the recruitment playing field, take control of your recruitment, widen your digital marketing reach, passively generate your own leads, build a strong employer brand, and integrate unlimited job posts. Visit the SPVS website for your exclusive discount code 🔗 https://spvs.org.uk/preferential-rates/
Would you be interested in speaking at SPVS Congress 2025? SPVS Congress would love to hear new voices like yours so we are encouraging new speakers to complete our session submission form. Session submissions should fit within one of the key strands of SPVS theme of Thriving in Practice. Anyone who would like to do so should complete the submission form by Friday 14th June 2024 👉 https://spvs-congress.co.uk/congress-2025-session-submission/ Elanco PetsApp
We have some exciting news! Not only do SPVS members get 10% off the brand new Vet Sustain course 'A sustainable approach to clinical veterinary practice', but one lucky SPVS member will be able to get the course for free! All you need to do to enter is tell us in 150 words or less 'What inspires you to champion sustainability in your practice?' Get more details and submit your entrances here 🔗 https://spvs.org.uk/vet-sustain-online-course/
Katie Ford, Co-Founder of Vet Empowered , talks about her Imposter Syndrome module in the SPVS GP Mastery course. The aim of the course is to help new or returning GP vets become more efficient and confident in their role, empowering them to enjoy their work in practice. Be sure to sign up for our next cohort, taking place in October before our spaces run out! https://spvs.org.uk/gp-mastery/
We're excited to share feedback from our first-ever GP Mastery cohort! We caught up with our February cohort to hear their expectations before diving into the course, and now, after their first in-person sessions, here's what one attendee had to say. 👇 Perfect for recent grads or those returning to practice, our GP Mastery course is designed to polish your skills and boost confidence. Find out more and apply for our October cohort here 🔗 https://spvs.org.uk/gp-mastery/
It's time to elevate your skills with HR Foundations. Whether you're looking to broaden your knowledge across all 14 comprehensive modules or prefer to focus on specific areas, we've got you covered, each module is meticulously crafted to provide you with the knowledge and tools you need to excel in HR. Choose to purchase the complete course bundle for a comprehensive learning experience or handpick individual modules tailored to your interests and needs. Find out more and sign up here 🔗 https://courses.spvs.org.uk/hr-foundations/
Happy #ValentinesDay 💛 Here are 5 words describing what people loved about SPVS Congress this year 💛 #SPVS24
We asked SPVS delegates, exhibitors and speakers one word to describe SPVS congress and here's what they said!🗣️ Congress may have been and gone…But our CPD offerings doesn't stop there! All lectures and congress sessions from the event have been recorded and uploaded to our e-learning CPD so you don't have to miss a thing. Sign up as a member and re-watch them here 🔗 https://spvs.org.uk/join-us/ #SPVS24
🐾 Did you know that addressing osteoarthritis and dermatology are underdiagnosed and undertreated? Here's why you should make these topics a priority and the best way to do it… 👉 Communicate and connect! 🔍 Osteoarthritis and dermatology conditions are more common in pets than we think! By discussing this condition, you empower pet parents to recognise early signs and seek timely intervention. 💙 A pet parent who understands the importance of a prescribed treatment plan are more likely to adhere to it so, it’s important to keep pet parents engaged at the time of diagnosis. 🚀 Many diagnoses of chronic conditions require treatment for life. This is where compliance is key, and reminders are key to compliance. They aid clients in keeping their pets on their regular medication and can help to bring back those that have lapsed. 🚀 Best ways to communicate! 🌈 Personalised messaging: Tailor your content to the specific needs of your clients' pets. Personalisation fosters a stronger connection and increases client compliance. 💡 Appropriate communications: Be the trusted vet your clients know and love. Send timely reminders for when your patients need their treatments to a platform they have in their hands, every day. 📱 iRecall Lifecare is the solution that provides all this personalised client communication, fully tailored, and fully automated. Built for vets, by vets. Find out more by visiting: https://hubs.la/Q02hc3m00
Over the last few months, the SPVS team has developed a new hybrid learning module that will allow vets to further improve their skills as a GP vet. Your happiness and long-term sustainability as a GP Vet very much depend on how well you master your time, relationships, skills in decision-making and communication. A collection of experts and practitioners have created a mixture of materials, online and face-to-face learning to allow you to become that GP Master. At the end of the course, you will have learned a wide range of skills to help your day-to-day work as well as developed friendships with your colleagues on the course. Learn more here 🔗 https://spvs.org.uk/gp-mastery/
Thom Jenkins, Co-Founder of PetsApp breaks down the process of understanding why you can only ever have one bottleneck within your practice. Join Thom on Friday for his 'Effective Practice Management Stream' lecture. If you haven't yet got your ticket, take a look at all of our great Congress ticket deals or read more on this topic here 🔗 https://spvs-congress.co.uk/identify-your-bottleneck-at-congress-2024/ #SPVS24
Upgrade your veterinary leadership skills with the SPVS HR Foundations course! Our 14-module program covers 5 key topics allowing individuals to unlock: 🚀 Shared understanding 🚀 Positive leadership 🚀 Fairness and openness 🚀 Excellence through performance 🚀 Personal growth Enrol now to level up your HR skills🔗 https://courses.spvs.org.uk/hr-foundations/ Vetted Recruitment Limited Citation Ltd
Introducing our brand-new course: GP Mastery 🏆 Unlock your potential with a comprehensive 9-month in-person and online program covering the essential skills needed to master general practice. From refining your consulting skills to thriving as a GP vet, each module has been crafted by veterinary experts with years of experience in their fields to empower you both professionally and personally. GP Mastery is a transformative journey for veterinary graduates in the early stages of their career AND for those returning to practice looking to re-fresh their GP skills. Find out more in our course guide 🔗 https://www.instantflipbook.com/flipbooks/ca01c3fd0d/?page=1
The countdown has officially begun!⌛ SPVS Congress 2024 is taking place later this month, featuring a packed lineup of: 🟡 Fantastic exhibitors 🟡 Interactive workshops 🟡 Top-level speakers in the industry 🟡 Incredible networking opportunities 🟡Fun-filled social events And so much more! Be sure to secure your tickets now to learn about how smarter working can produce better outcomes for your practice 🔗 https://spvs-congress.co.uk/congress-delegate-tickets/ #SPVS24 Elanco Simply Keyhole PetsApp
The whole team at SPVS wishes everyone a very Merry Christmas! 🎄
Andy Edwards and Dave Nichol are hosting an hour-long lunchtime session each on the Thursday and Friday at SPVS Congress 2024 to help better engagement in practice. Find Dave on Thursday discussing how to re-engage staff in practice with his six basic principles. While on Friday, Andy will be elaborating on the importance of relationships within business. Read more about the lunchtime entertainment at SPVS 2024 here🔗 https://spvs-congress.co.uk/lunchtime-entertainment-at-congress-2024/ #SPVS24
Join Alan Robinson at SPVS Congress 2024 where he'll be discussing his radical work with Harper-Keele vet school. He'll be exploring a regeneration of the veterinary profession with insight into a revised curriculum, recruitment and much more. On Saturday the 27th, it's not only Alan who will be touching on #veterinarybusiness models, but a whole day of guidance on 'how to grow a business' with an abundance of expert speakers. View the full programme and book your congress tickets here🔗 https://spvs-congress.co.uk/exploring-a-new-business-model/ #SPVS24 #Veterinary
Find Jamie Crittall at #SPVS2024, where he will be providing a session on the ways of generating client feedback and reviews, which the whole practice can be a part of. Learn how to put power into your people in Thursday's self-development stream alongside talks on time management, resilience and the skill of powerful presentations. Secure your spot at SPVS Congress 2024 and read more about the session here 🔗 https://spvs-congress.co.uk/power-to-your-people-at-congress-2024/
Don't miss the PetsApp webinar this Wednesday in which Brian Faulkner covers '10 Laws Every Veterinary Practice Owner, Manager and CD Must Know ⚖️'. The session is being chaired by SPVS President Ryan Davis. Book your place here 🔗 https://petsapp.com/blog/10-laws-every-veterinary-practice-manager-must-know
Join Emma McGrath, Professional Support Solicitor at Citation Ltd at Congress 2024 as she reviews all recent and relevant developments in employment law in her session on Thursday 25th January. No matter your position, everyone needs to be aware of the latest updates in employment law and the impact it has on practices. Read more about this session and book your congress tickets here🔗 https://spvs-congress.co.uk/update-your-employment-law-compliance-at-congress-2024/ PetsApp Elanco Simply Keyhole
SPVS was founded in 1933 to promote the interests of veterinary surgeons in private practice. We are also a division of the BVA which concentrates primarily on matters of practice management and finance, providing a source of information, advice and practical guidance for both partners and assistants.
