Taking practice management courses broadens a veterinarian's education and often allows them to become more aware of laws, restrictions, and compliance issues. In addition, a better-run practice makes all of our jobs easier for us in terms of referrals to local practices and knowing that our local peers are practicing with good quality medicine to boost the profession positively. I'm all for improving the education of any veterinarian in Virginia, and those putting in their hours spent on learning deserve credit for their efforts.   Dr. Becky Verna