AVMA Governance Engagement Team
The Governance Engagement Team communicates the AVMA governance transition and reconciles feedback received into a final governance proposal
AVMA leadership rosters, 2023-2024
Connect with the volunteers who make up all of AVMA's governing bodies.
Veterinary Leadership Conference Planning Committee
The Veterinary Leadership Conference (VLC) Planning Committee guides and selects content for the conference focused on leadership development.
AVMA Excellence Awards
AVMA awards recognize veterinarians who advance veterinary medicine, and who show exemplary concern for the welfare and humane treatment of animals.…
AVMA Frederick Douglass Patterson Lifetime Achievement Award
The AVMA Frederick Douglass Patterson Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes a member veterinarian who has made significant contributions to the…
AVMA Global Veterinary Service Award
The Global Veterinary Service Award was established initially as the XIIth International Veterinary Congress Prize from funds remaining after the 1934…
What does an AVMA volunteer do?
Volunteers are engaged in a wide variety of activities on behalf of the association, from legislation to education to medical ethics.
AVMA staff leaders
The AVMA’s professional staff works in conjunction with the Board of Directors, House of Delegates, and other member volunteers to protect, promote,…
What is the AVMA doing to be more green?
We're doing more than just flashing "AVMA green" as the primary color in our palette. The American Veterinary Medical Association has a…
AVMA volunteer opportunities - Vacancies
Explore current volunteer leadership opportunities. Find the right position to match your expertise and passion.
Dr. Scarlett Magda named recipient of 2023 AVMA Global Veterinary Service Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today named Dr. Scarlett Magda as the winner of the 2023 AVMA Global Veterinary Service Award.
Dr. Candace Croney receives prestigious 2023 AVMA Humane Award
The AVMA has awarded Candace Croney, PhD, with the 2023 AVMA Humane Award for her exceptional dedication and contributions to the field of animal…
Who can volunteer?
Anyone who is an AVMA voting member can volunteer for positions on AVMA councils and committees.
Help lead and promote the veterinary profession
Local, state, and national veterinary organizations are always looking for fresh ideas and new people to get involved. Help lead the veterinary…
House of Delegates
Get to know the AVMA House of Delegates and the diverse veterinary groups that are represented in it.
Arnold L. Goldman DVM, MPH
Dr. Arnold L. Goldman of Canton, Conn., is a 1986 graduate of the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine
Erin Casey, DVM
A Virginia native, Dr. Erin Casey is proud to represent her state as the District 2 delegate on the AVMA Board of Directors.
FAQs for international students
International SAVMA chapter members qualify for many benefits. Get answers to frequently asked questions SAVMA receives from international veterinary…
Get Involved
International Veterinary Student Association and the SAVMA IVSA member organization offer a wide range of programs and opportunities to US veterinary…
Veterinary Specialty Organizations Committee
The Veterinary Specialty Organizations Committee works to advance specialization in veterinary medicine, advising the American Board of Veterinary…
Commission for a Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive Veterinary Profession
Created by the AVMA and the AAVMC, the Commission for a Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive Veterinary Profession will lead a coordinated and…
CVTEA accreditation policies and procedures
II. The AVMA Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities - Last update to this section: August 2022
Schedule: Veterinary Business and Economic Forum
View the full schedule for the AVMA Veterinary Business and Economic Forum.