Workforce challenges: Finding the right answers
As veterinary practices work to address our workforce challenges, it’s important not to rely on pandemic data as a benchmark. Here’s how AVMA President Dr. Rena Carlson outlines the risks of some of the proposals currently being put forward.
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. Learn more
Veterinary colleges: Enrollment up; new schools on the way
More than a third of U.S. veterinary colleges have seen double-digit increases in first-year enrollment over the last five years. And nearly a dozen new schools have been proposed, some of which already have secured site visits.
Strengthen the veterinary team-client partnership
The Positive Pet Care Guide, developed through an industrywide collaboration, helps companion animal practices foster healthy communication and strong partnerships with pet owners. Use it to align client and team expectations, and encourage a supportive, safe environment for all. Get guide
Make cost-of-care conversations more comfortable
Pet owners want veterinary teams to talk with them about the cost of care. The updated Language that Works ebook, exclusive to AVMA members, will you help address the questions they really want answered.
Explore the Journey for Teams
Every veterinary team member now has a pathway to foster greater diversity, equity, and inclusion in our workplaces. Discover the Journey for Teams—and see why veterinary colleagues are excited about it.
AVMA CEO addresses workforce trends
Dr. Janet Donlin outlined AVMA's support for telemedicine, the need for an in-person visit to establish a VCPR, why a proposed midlevel practitioner position is unnecessary, and more.
Veterinary technician student scholarship deadline approaching
Applications are due in early October for $2,000 educational scholarships offered for veterinary technician students by the American Veterinary Medical Foundation.
Upcoming events
Veterinary Business and Economic Forum: Early-bird pricing ends
October 9
Government relations externship applications due
October 13
National Veterinary Technician Week
October 15-21
Train the Trainer workshop
October 17
Animal Welfare Assessment Contest
November 17-19
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Become a veterinary first responder
The Veterinary First Responder Certificate Program on AVMA Axon® ensures veterinarians and veterinary students have the knowledge and skills to serve as first responders in disasters. :