Avoid These Costly Expansion Pitfalls! Vet Practice Insights with Host, Eric Miller & Guest, Jason Lenhardt

In this insightful conversation, Eric Miller, a business consultant, interviews Dr. Jason Lenhardt, a veterinarian and co-founder of a successful veterinary practice. They discuss the challenges and rewards of expanding a veterinary practice, sharing personal experiences and valuable insights. Dr. Lenhardt shares how they navigated the process of finding a facility, securing financing, and determining the size of the building. He also discusses the importance of aligning with a veterinary-specific lender and the role of personal financial condition in obtaining a loan.

Dr. Lenhardt highlights the need for scalability and the importance of having a strong leadership team to support the growth of the practice. He shares how they overcame challenges in managing the transition from a smaller facility to a larger one, including the loss of some staff members. Dr. Lenhardt also emphasizes the significance of maintaining a healthy work-life balance and the importance of prioritizing personal relationships amidst the demands of practice expansion.