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Member interests drive House of Delegates action
Member input is a central component of the AVMA’s approach to governance. When your AVMA House of Delegates (HOD) gathers twice a year to conduct…
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Proposal would increase member dues in 2011
The AVMA House of Delegates is set to consider a resolution to increase member dues in 2011 so that the Association can continue to provide services,…
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Rethinking pricing strategies
A new economic study about pet owner sensitivity to veterinary fees should spur practitioners to reassess how they price their services, says practice…
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Finding hope, opportunity in dark times
A bestselling author on championing ideas, facing adversity, and building resilience is delivering lessons on those topics during this year’s…
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Reversing the decline in patient visits
Companion animal practices in the United States have opportunities to increase patient visits, despite a decline in the frequency of visits that began…
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Students deliberate, socialize at AVMA convention
Students deliberate, socialize at AVMA convention Throughout the year, Student AVMA delegates address many student issues
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AVMA supports updated and expanded Brakke study, approves task force on housing of pregnant sows
The AVMA Executive Board approved a plan to support Pfizer Animal Health and Brakke Consulting Practice Management Group
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A spur to action for practice owners
Preliminary numbers from a survey of American Association of Equine Practitioners members—conducted by the AVMA Veterinary Economics Division—show a…
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Survey finds underuse related to retention for veterinary technicians
A recent survey of veterinary technicians sought to examine barriers to their utilization and the impact of misutilization on job satisfaction and…
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A year filled with challenge and opportunity
It's been quite a year on all fronts. While much of our recent time and effort has focused on COVID-19, we've accomplished a great deal together on…
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COVID-19 a year later: How the veterinary profession adapted
In this issue, JAVMA News seeks to tell stories of the hard work of veterinary clinicians and researchers, clinic staff members, and students who have…
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AVMA makes '07 farm bill a priority
The AVMA Executive Board acted on several recommendations from its Legislative Advisory Committee ranging from small business concerns to wildlife…
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Candidates declare for two Association top spots in 2001
Outgoing AVMA Executive Board member Dr. Joe M. Howell has declared his candidacy for president-elect of the AVMA in 2001,
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International veterinary leaders speak of shared mission
International veterinary leaders speak of shared mission Dr. Robert Baker The AVMA is not…
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AAEP president found inspiration from other members
The American Association of Equine Practitioners' newest president, Dr. Harry W. Werner, knows he didn't get to where he is today without some help.
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Looking for a new direction
A number of ongoing issues, particularly injuries and medication usage, were spotlighted this past year in horseracing
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What do employers, employees want? Communication and relationships
An Aug. 3 panel at AVMA Convention 2019 in Washington, D.C., turned into a spirited discussion with the audience about relationships between employers…
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'Ambitious' strategic plan unveiled at AAVMC meeting
A difficult economic climate did not deter the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges' unveiling of its strategic plan, which will be…
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Leading lady
Dr. Janet Donlin is no stranger at AVMA headquarters, as she worked at the Association in the late ’90s and early 2000s.
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Veterinarian employers require innovative solutions to attract, retain staff members
To recruit, hire, and retain in this new environment, says Charlotte Hansen, AVMA assistant director for statistical analysis, employers will need to…
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Revenue growth can't hide 'alarming' decline in client visits
Most U.S. companion animal practices saw modest revenue growth in 2010 despite a drop in patient visits