Creating Value
In different phases of a practice's life different challenges and opportunities present themselves. From initial start-up through expansion and acquisitions, we will work with you to minimize the difficulties and maximize the opportunities that come your way.
- Practice Start-Ups, Associate Buy-Ins, and Practice Acquisitions
- Staff Recruitment and Retention
- Marketing Strategies
Practice Start-Ups, Associate Buy-Ins, and Practice Acquisitions
Creating a new practice, buying into a practice, and purchasing a practice are all complex processes, rife with difficult decisions and potential pitfalls. We have assisted numerous veterinarians choose locations, secure loans, design efficient floor plans, acquire equipment, create a comprehensive financial plan, and negotiate terms for profitable veterinary practices, boarding facilities, and emergency clinics. We are familiar with the opportunities and risks of the process and will assist you throughout the process to ensure your complete success.
Staff Recruitment and Retention
A key element to a successful practice is a competent and caring staff. SVC can help you determine what types and what size of staff is appropriate for your business, how to write and advertise job descriptions, who to hire and who to fire, how to determine pay scales and benefits, what training is necessary, and how to develop an employee manual. In short, we will help you create a well-trained, committed work force.
Marketing Strategies
Unfortunately, practicing great medicine is not enough to attract new clients or to insure your current clients remain clients. Creating and implementing a complete business and marketing plan and having a clear picture of your market and its potential are of the utmost importance for a successful and profitable practice. Our experience can help you develop a plan that is accurate and realistic and will help you to reach your business goals.