Zoetis Foundation and the American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) offering new scholarships for students in veterinary technician programs
A new scholarship program to support students in veterinary technician programs was announced today by the Zoetis Foundation and the AVMF.
Dr. Yrjö Gröhn named recipient of 2022 AVMA Lifetime Excellence in Research Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today honored Dr. Yrjö Gröhn, professor of epidemiology at the Cornell University College of…
Winners announced for 2021 AVMA Animal Welfare Assessment Contest
The 21stannual AVMA Animal Welfare Assessment Contest drew a record 263 participants from 28 universities and 8 countries, who completed online…
VPRF/AVMF Pharmacology Research Grant Recipients Announced
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation and the Veterinary Pharmacology Research Foundation selected two veterinary researchers as recipients of…
Dr. Stuart Brown named recipient of 2021 AVMA Meritorious Service Award
Dr. Stuart Brown, vice president of equine safety at Keeneland, is the winner of the 2021 AVMA Meritorious Service Award.
Dr. Steven Budsberg named recipient of 2021 AVMA Career Achievement in Canine Research Award
Dr. Steven Budsberg, professor of orthopedic surgery at University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, is the winner of the 2021 AVMA Career…
Steve Dale wins inaugural AVMA Excellence in Veterinary Media Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association has announced that Steve Dale is the winner of the inaugural AVMA Excellence in Media Award, which will be…
Steve Dale receives inaugural AVMA Excellence in Media Award
The AVMA has announced that Steve Dale is the winner of the inaugural AVMA Excellence in Media Award, which will be presented this August at AVMA…
Dr. Stephen White named recipient of 2022 AVMA Clinical Research Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today named Dr. Stephen White, Distinguished Professor at the University of California-Davis School…
Dr. Stanley Marks named recipient of 2022 AVMA Career Achievement in Canine Research Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today named Dr. Stanley Marks, professor of small animal medicine at the University of…
Spending bill increases funding for rural veterinary program
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) welcomes today's passage of the agriculture spending bill by the U.S House of Representatives.
Special Report: Auburn-CDC study examines frequency and means of suicide among veterinary professionals
Special Report: Auburn-CDC study examines frequency and means of suicide among veterinary professionals
Rural veterinary care bill introduced in House
AVMA President Dr. John de Jong released the following statement in response to today’s introduction of the VMLRP Enhancement Act.
Registration opens for AVMA Convention 2021
Registration is open for the American Veterinary Medical Association Convention 2021, which will be held virtually from July 29-August 1. Enjoy…
Registration opens for AVMA Convention 2022
Registration is open for AVMA Convention 2022, to be held July 29-Aug. 2 in Philadelphia. This will be AVMA’s first in-person convention since 2019.
Powered By You: AVMA Convention 2020 registration now open
Thousands to gather in San Diego July 31 – Aug. 4 for this year’s event
Dr. Patricia Turner named recipient of 2022 AVMA Animal Welfare Award
To honor her decades dedicated to improving farm and laboratory animal welfare through teaching, training, service, research, advocacy and policy…
New commission will address diversity, equity and inclusion across the veterinary profession
The AVMA and the AAVMC today announced the formation of a new commission that will lead a coordinated and comprehensive effort to enhance diversity,…
National Dog Bite Prevention Coalition offers tips for safely sheltering at home with pets during the COVID-19 crisis
The coronavirus pandemic has introduced a good deal of uncertainty into our lives, as well as the lives of our pets. As people shelter at home, adopt…
Nation's top suicide prevention and veterinary medical organizations partner to release new resource for veterinary workplaces
This new free guide will help support veterinary workplaces in the aftermath of an employee’s death by suicide.
Dr. Mike Nolan named recipient of 2022 AVMF/EveryCat Health Foundation Research Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today honored Dr. Mike Nolan, professor of oncology at the North Carolina State University College…
Mars Veterinary Health, AVMA, and industry leaders unveil the Positive Pet Care Guide
Today, an industry-wide working group led by Mars Veterinary Health and the AVMA released the Positive Pet Care Guide – a new resource aimed at…
Dr. Link Welborn named recipient of 2022 AVMA Award
(SCHAUMBURG, Illinois) July 30, 2022—The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today named Dr. Link Welborn, chief executive officer of…
Dr. Latonia Craig named Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer for the American Veterinary Medical Association
Latonia Craig, Ed.D., an educator, scholar and currently Assistant Dean for Inclusive Excellence at Purdue University's College of Veterinary…
Dr. Larry Granger named recipient of 2022 AVMA Public Service Award
(SCHAUMBURG, Illinois) August 1, 2022—The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today honored Dr. Larry Granger, recently retired senior…