https://www.vetnurse.co.uk/001/nonclinical/occupational/w/vet-practice-survival/14/consulting-roomsWelcome to the Practice Survival Guide by Vanessa Bird VN. This offers guidance for the non-clinical aspects of working in practice. Some chapters, such as &#39;Office Equipment&#39; are aimed at those who are new to life in practice. We hope that somen-USTelligent Community 10https://www.vetnurse.co.uk/001/nonclinical/occupational/w/vet-practice-survival/14/consulting-roomsWed, 07 Jan 2009 15:10:42 GMT1a0763ec-3885-442c-853e-6cef656dfec5:2b031455-108c-42d9-8d2d-88f7e1433b7aArlo Guthriehttps://www.vetnurse.co.uk/001/nonclinical/occupational/w/vet-practice-survival/14/consulting-rooms#commentsCurrent Revision posted to The Practice Survival Guide by Arlo Guthrie on 1/7/2009 3:10:42 PM<br /> <p><strong>INTRODUCTION</strong></p> <p>The general condition of the consulting rooms will not only effect the veterinary surgeon&#39;s ability to work efficiently, but also how the client perceives your overall service.</p> <p>Clients will lose confidence in the surgery if they are met with bloodstained walls, a hairy examination table and discarded syringes. Imagine how you would feel if you visited the doctor and saw dirty utensils and rubbish lying around.</p> <p>An unsanitary environment also increases the risk of cross-infection. Consulting rooms should therefore be spotlessly clean and, moreover, properly kitted out - vets should not have to waste valuable time searching for the right drugs and equipment.</p><div style="clear:both;"></div>