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Michael A. Obenski, VMD


Born and raised in Hatboro, Pa., Dr. Michael A. Obenski wanted to become a veterinarian at age 11. He accomplished it in 1972 by graduating from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine. He previously earned a bachelor's degree in animal science from Pennsylvania State University. In 1978, Dr. Obenski opened the Allentown Clinic for Cats, where he still practices.

Dr. Obenski started penning DVM Newsmagazine's popular column, "Where did I go wrong?" in 1976. He has contributed more than 340 columns. He was honored with the Alumni Award of Merit from the University of Pennsylvania, and the American Society of Business Press Editor's Award, and he serves as a key editorial adviser to DVM Newsmagazine. His contributions have helped the publication place as a finalist in 2006 and 2007 for the coveted Jesse H. Neal Editorial Achievement Award, the highest honor for professional business magazines.

Articles
When high-tech high-tails it
May 1, 2012

How shoe scrapings and wet paper towels turn into lab samples.

Ann Tiquity: A client we have all grown to love
February 1, 2011

Perhaps you're one of those individuals who suffer from the delusion that there is no such thing as a stupid question.

When clients think that they're the veterinarian, everyone loses
December 1, 2010

Sometimes 'do-it-yourselfers' need to know when to call in the professionals.

Clumsy clients can hurt themselves and your practice
November 1, 2010

Dr. Obenski recounts how clients have unintentionally wrecked havoc on his practice—and sanity.

Client communication: The games we play
July 1, 2010

Last Thursday morning found me busily engaged in an animal hospital game I call "Where's the Lump?" Mrs. Carbuncle rus

Elusive patient history more like a suspense thriller
May 1, 2010

For those who don't believe, no explanation is possible.

Working with spouses: Way to form a more perfect union
April 1, 2010

It all started when I wrote last month column about my wife coming in to help out in the office. Apparently, I gave many people the impression that I do not truly appreciate the veterinarian's spouse in helping to run the professional practice as well as his or her personal life.

Expect surprises working with spouse
March 1, 2010

It's a whole new set of challenges.

Client taxonomy: Strange new varieties of Soursa income
February 1, 2010

Readers join me in classifying clients.

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