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FTC chair to address AVMA audience

Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina M. Khan will open the AVMA Veterinary Business and Economic Forum on October 8 with an update on non-compete agreements and other key issues. There's still time to register

Workforce: What is best for safe, quality animal care?

Staffing and other challenges are fueling discussion of workforce needs—and some risky proposals to change how veterinary care is provided. The AVMA views the issues through a lens of quality patient care.

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Dog bite prevention week

Strengthen the veterinary team-client partnership

The Positive Pet Care Guide and Effective Equine Care Guide, developed through industry collaborations, help veterinary practices foster healthy communication and strong partnerships with clients. Use them to align client and team expectations; encourage supportive environments; and support the best possible patient care.

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Avian influenza in dairy cattle

Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) was identified in U.S. dairy cattle for the first time in March 2024. Understand this evolving situation.

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Become a mentor—Get a mentor

MentorVet Connect, brought to you by the AVMA, connects new veterinary graduates with trained mentors, free of charge. The connection can transform both partners. Apply now to become a mentor or mentee.

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Explore the Journey for Teams

Journey for Teams provides everyone in the veterinary community a path to foster greater diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplaces. Take the journey individually or as a team. There's even an opportunity to earn CE credit.

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FEATURED CE

Discover new ways to use technology

The AVMA Tech Talk webinar series identifies ways we can use technology to improve our practices and processes, and increase team productivity. Each half-hour webinar is approved for 0.5 hours of CE credit. Check out these episodes:

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No dire shortage of veterinarians anticipated in coming years

A recent analysis of the drivers of supply and demand for veterinary services shows that the number of graduates from existing U.S. veterinary colleges should be enough to meet demand through 2035.

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Helping hurricane victims: Do's and don'ts

The best way to help those impacted by natural disasters is to provide financial donations through trusted sources like the American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF).

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