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Welcome to New Orleans
Those who have traveled to the 145th AVMA Annual Convention are helping New Orleans recover from the devastating effects of Hurricane Katrina. Just by visiting the Crescent City, attendees are providing economic relief as well as sending a message to the rest of the country that New Orleans is back. [more]
Incoming president Cook sees more proactive Association
The AVMA is becoming more proactive about addressing veterinary and animal needs, according to Dr. James O. Cook, the 2008-2009 AVMA president. [more]
Convention attendees rehabilitate local animal shelters
Painting walls in sweltering weather actually may be a highlight of the 145th Annual AVMA Convention for many attendees. [more]
Rise and shine with Cokie Roberts
Start your AVMA Annual Convention experience off right with the Hill's Opening Session this morning with Emmy Award-winning journalist and best-selling author Cokie Roberts. [more]
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Voting AVMA members to meet
In compliance with the AVMA Bylaws, the Executive Board determined that the 2008 annual meeting of the AVMA voting members will be held in conjunction with the Opening Session of the AVMA Annual Convention, at 7 a.m., Sat., July 19, in the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans.![]()
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Total Attendees
7,091
Veterinarians
2,845
Veterinary Students
496
Veterinary Technicians &
Veterinary Technician
Students
301
Practice (Office) Staff
130
Exhibitors
1,336
Other
Non-veterinarians
1,983

