About Federation of Independent Veterinary Practices: Practice Matters
Welcome to FIVP Practice Matters - fostering collaboration, sparking insightful discussions and celebrating the ingenuity thriving within independent veterinary practices. With a new episode every fortnight (plus bonus episodes), it’s the perfect companion for a walk with your dog or on the commute to work!
We'll aim to amplify the voices and experiences from the front line of independent veterinary care as well as meeting guests from the veterinary world and beyond, delving into topics that will resonate with the whole team.
Why not send us a voice note via WhatsApp to 07709 836 865 now!
Welcome to Practice Matters, the podcast from FIVP exploring the trends shaping the future of independent veterinary care.
In this episode, we continue our conversations around Human Factors with guests HELEN SILVER-MCMAHON and MEGAN DAVIS from Being Human, an organisation empowering high-pressure sectors to enhance safety and workplace culture. While clinical excellence is vital, how teams function together ultimately drives patient safety, client trust, and staff retention.
We look at the work that Being Human have conducted around similarities between the veterinary and legal professions. Seems we are not alone!
Whether you run an independent practice or work on the front lines, you'll discover how human factors can transform your team’s performance and daily wellbeing.
If you missed Part 1 of the conversation you can catchup here. As ever, we'd love to hear from your practice about how you have implemented human factors. Why not send us a voice message to 07709 83 68 65 and be part of the conversation.
For more details about Human Factors visit:Veterinary | Human Factors Training Solutions | Being Human (https://www.being-human.co.uk/human-factors-for-veterinary)
22 Sept 2026
Ep066 - Being Human Part 1
Welcome to Practice Matters, the podcast from FIVP exploring the trends shaping the future of independent veterinary care. In this episode, we do dive into Human Factors - the crucial intersection of communication, teamwork, decision-making, and wellbeing under pressure.
While clinical excellence is vital, how teams function together ultimately drives patient safety, client trust, and staff retention.
We’re joined by HELEN SILVER-MCMAHON and MEGAN DAVIS from Being Human, an organisation empowering high-pressure sectors to enhance safety and workplace culture. Together, we discuss what human factors look like in a busy practice, how systems thinking shifts teams away from blame, and actionable ways leaders can foster psychological safety and curb subtle incivility. Plus, we explore surprising parallels and shared lessons between the veterinary and legal professions.
Whether you run an independent practice or workon the front lines, tune in to discover how human factors can transform your team’s performance and daily wellbeing.
Much to cover over this two-episode special around human factors and, as always, we would love to hear from your practice about how you implement these ideas.
Why not send us a voice message to 07709 83 68 65 and be part of the conversation.
For more details about Human Factors visit:Veterinary | Human Factors Training Solutions | Being Human (https://www.being-human.co.uk/human-factors-for-veterinary)
8 Sept 2026
Ep065 - Sustainable Anaesthesia
Welcome back to Practice Matters, the FIVP podcast where we explore the ideas, innovations, and frontline experiences helping independent practices thrive!
In this episode, we tackle a major environmental footprint hiding in plain sight within our prep rooms and theatres: anaesthetic gases.
Volatile agents like isoflurane and sevoflurane are potent greenhouse gases, but reducing their impact doesn't have to mean sacrificing patient safety—or your bottom line.
Joining us is VICTORIA PLIMMER, an RVN with a passion for clinical auditing and greener practice. Together, we unpack:
Debunking the "Cost vs. Green" Myth: How sustainable choices boost profitability.
Quick Wins: Low-hanging fruit for immediate, low-budget implementation.
Low-Flow Safety: How to transition safely using essential monitoring tools and capnography.
Nurse-Led Workflow: Empowering RVNs to lead culture changes and optimize workflows.
Tune in to learn how small, data-driven changes can create a greener, more cost-effective clinic today!
As ever, we would love to hear from your practice – send us a voice note or message via WhatsApp to 07709 83 68 65
For more information - Vet Sustain (https://vetsustain.org/)
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