Personal health in every aspect of your life—mental, physical, emotional, and social—is an important focus of AVMA Convention. Explore the wealth of tools and resources available to help veterinarians, technicians, and students address the wellbeing issues that can impact all members of the veterinary community—from finances to diversity, and physical health to compassion fatigue.

Meeting safe

The health and wellbeing of all attendees is of the utmost importance to the AVMA. We are committed to providing an environment in compliance with all CDC, state, and local mandates and guidelines. We are working closely with the city, hotels, convention center and offsite venues to ensure that all necessary safety precautions are in place.

We also will continue to closely monitor CDC, state, and local guidance and will communicate any additional COVID-19 restrictions and protocols as needed. We will update you as information becomes available.

Mental health

Attend specialized CE sessions that focus on all aspects of your health. Check back this spring for details on how to find the wellbeing sessions at this year's convention.

Wellbeing events

Stay on top of your physical wellbeing with sporting and fitness opportunities designed for all schedules and fitness levels. Join a yoga session, see the city sites on a running tour with professional Philadelphia tour guides, and more. We'll have offerings available on Saturday, Sunday, Monday mornings before CE sessions.

Don't forget to tend to your social wellbeing by attending one (or all) of our social events.

AVMA Cares

Veterinarians are some of the most compassionate and altruistic people we know. With the AVMA Cares program you have an opportunity to give back to the local community while you're in town. Carve out some time in your schedule to assemble hygiene kits in the Center for Wellbeing or volunteer your time and talents at the Street Clinic. Check back this spring for sign up details.