Chronic Disease Management in Practice: Enhancing Care Through Personalized Recommendations
1.0 CE Credit Hour / Veterinarians & Veterinary Technicians
Overview:
Chronic conditions such as kidney disease and lymphoma make up a significant portion of veterinary visits. Because of this, it’s key to recognize that every patient and pet family is unique and could benefit from a personalized care plan. This presentation utilizes a case-based approach to demonstrate how evidence-based medicine can be paired with pet family-centered communication to help teams tailor recommendations across the spectrum of care. Participants will level-up their skills on navigating difficult conversations with pet parents, and practice applying proven clinical empathy and nonjudgmental communication strategies, incorporating breed-specific risks based on the latest data. Finally, participants will learn to develop care plans that align with each pet family’s goals and finances.
Learning Objectives:
- Recognize the importance of using evidence-based practices to inform personalized care plans that balance medical best practices with the unique needs of each pet and family.
- Explore strategies for tailoring care recommendations to meet the unique needs of each patient and pet family.
- Apply learnings to engage in empathetic, nonjudgmental conversations with pet families during challenging discussions.
Emily M. Tincher, DVM
Dr. Emily Tincher is a collaborative leader who uses data-informed approaches to create sustainable systems that meet the needs of pet families, veterinary healthcare teams, and businesses. A second-generation veterinarian, she graduated from Auburn University’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 2016.
As Chief Veterinary Officer, Dr. Tincher manages strategy and operations for pet health programs, develops partnerships within the animal health industry, and directs engagement with veterinary students and teams. Before joining Nationwide full time, Dr. Tincher worked at IDEXX in medical education and partnerships. She has practiced in small animal emergency and general practice.
Dr. Tincher is President of the Board of Directors for the Veterinary Leadership Institute and is a member of the Board of Directors of the Veterinary Innovation Council. She co-authored a chapter in Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice, "Cost of Care, Access to Care, and Payment Options in Veterinary Practice,” and has become a sought-after speaker, most recently on spectrum of care topics, presenting at major veterinary conferences across North America.
This course is RACE-approved for 1.0 continuing education credits hours in jurisdictions that accept RACE-approval.
This activity is sponsored by Nationwide.
