 | 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. |
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Veterinarian roulette: It's usually played at 3 a.m.
October 1, 2009 By: Michael A. Obenski, VMD
Some clients seem to go through the Yellow Pages looking for a veterinarian who will answer the phone at 3 a.m. to handle or discuss a problem that easily could have waited for daylight. That's how you play the game of veterinarian roulette. |
Inside the mind of a practical joker
September 1, 2009 By: Michael A. Obenski, VMD
Meet practical joker Josh Kneeslapper, a man who claims to have tricked, outsmarted and sabotaged the veterinary profession successfully for four decades. |
Rules of the road
May 1, 2009 By: Michael A. Obenski, VMD
Recently, I had the opportunity to enjoy several thousand miles of our federal interstate highway system. So, I figured it would be a great time to try a fun experiment. |
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