Veterinary Specialties

Episode 14

Why is a boarded orthopedic surgeon so much more expensive than a general practice vet? Do you really get what you pay for? (Spoilers: Yes, 100%).  


Nicole and Jez discuss the various veterinary specialties, and why they to cost more, and are able to offer different (more successful) procedures, than general practices. 

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Citations

Baud, K., Treharne, D., Soares, D., & Burton, N. (2021). Clients' perception of referral and veterinary specialists in a U.K. small animal referral hospital. Veterinary Record, 188(3). doi: 10.1002/vetr.11

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Lumeij, J., & Herrtage, M. (2006). Veterinary Specialization in Europe. Journal Of Veterinary Medical Education, 33(2), 176-179. doi: 10.3138/jvme.33.2.176

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Veterinary Specialist Assessment. (2022). Retrieved 5 March 2022, from https://avbc.asn.au/for-veterinarians/veterinary-specialist-assessment/

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Veterinary Specialties. (2022). Retrieved 5 March 2022, from https://www.avma.org/education/veterinary-specialties

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What is a Veterinary Specialist?. (2018). Retrieved 5 March 2022, from https://www.u-vet.com.au/news/what-is-a-veterinary-specialist

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