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Single policy on teeth reduction and removal adopted
The AVMA has a new policy concerning teeth removal and reduction in nonhuman primates and carnivores that replaces two related policies.
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Veterinary specialists 2019
Market research data: View U.S. veterinarians with various board certifications from AVMA-recognized veterinary specialty organizations as of…
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American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
2012 ACVIM forum, May 30-June 2, New Orleans
Animal Waste Disposal
An inevitable component of veterinary medicine is disposing of the wastes (urine, feces, vomitus, etc.) generated by the animal patients.
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Foundation boasts record year for income
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation had another stellar year in 2011, bringing in $5.5 million in revenue.
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Delegates to consider resolution against homeopathy
A resolution discouraging homeopathy is on the agenda for the Jan. 5 regular winter session of the AVMA House of Delegates.
AVMA volunteer leaders
AVMA officers, Board of Directors, House of Delegates members, and council and committee rosters.
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Joint pathology meeting
Event: American College of Veterinary Pathologists, American Society for Veterinary Clinical Pathology, joint annual meetings,
Salmonella: Dry pet foods and pet treats (FAQ)
Questions/answers about Salmonella and pet food: How can pet food become contaminated? How can humans and pets become infected? How can you minimize…
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Policy outlining AVMA research priorities revamped
The AVMA has revised its policy on research priorities, making the document more succinct, current, and in line with the Association’s pursuits.
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Delving into Forensics
Experts in veterinary forensics recount how they came to the growing field and describe their work analyzing evidence in legal cases
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Accolades
The National Academies of Practice, an interdisciplinary organization of health care practitioners and scholars, held a March 23-24 forum on…
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Veterinary dentistry
Veterinary dentistry, oral medicine, and oral surgery are part of the practice of veterinary medicine and are regarded as such under state veterinary…
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Partnership continues promoting preventive care
Dr. Diane R. Eigner, director of The Cat Doctor in Philadelphia, said that staff members at her practice go out of their way to educate clients about…
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CATalyst promotes shelter-practitioner relations
The CATalyst Council, a coalition of cat advocates, is launching a pilot program to help improve relations between private practitioners and animal…
Disease Risks for People at Dog Social Events
People attending dog social events can be at risk of zoonotic diseases, which are diseases that spread from animals to people. Some of these diseases…
What do board-certified veterinary specialists do?
A veterinary specialist is a veterinarian who has completed additional training in a specific area of veterinary medicine, and has passed an…
CVTEA accreditation policies and procedures
Appendix g – Equipment and instructional resources list - Last update to this section: August 2022
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AAFP/AAHA antimicrobial stewardship guidelines
The AVMA has endorsed these guidelines developed by the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) and American Animal Hospital Association…
International Veterinary Opportunities in South America and Central America - SAVMA IVSA
International Opportunities for Veterinary Students SAVMA Chapter of the International Veterinary Student Association - Central and South America
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CRWAD dedicated to Simmons
The 92nd annual meeting of the Conference of Research Workers in Animal Diseases, was dedicated to Dr. Donald G. Simmons
Winter holiday pet safety
December abounds with holiday celebrations, and nothing can spoil good cheer like an emergency trip to the veterinary clinic. These tips can help keep…