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Taking the chronic out of enteropathies
Veterinarians have many tools in their toolbox to treat chronic enteropathies in dogs and cats, particularly nutritional management, and a new…
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When adopting a dog, staying within US a safer option, expert says
An expert with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says it’s important for veterinarians to help clients understand the risks for…
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Convention CE now available on AVMA Axon
Keep the learning going with recorded sessions If you couldn’t make it to AVMA’s annual convention last month, or if there was a session you missed,…
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Policies up for review: Your input needed
AVMA policy is powered by AVMA members. The review process for eight policies is starting, and the volunteer groups that conduct the review are…
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Build a healthier workplace: New CE program teaches you how
The Brave Space Certificate Program on AVMA Axon empowers all veterinary professionals to turn our workplaces into safe, healthy, inclusive…
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What’s hot in veterinary CE?
What are our veterinary colleagues most interested in learning about? Popular topics at AVMA Convention 2023 ranged from endocrine disorders to CPR to…
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State diagnostic laboratories protect all creatures, great and small
Together with veterinary practices, state and commercial diagnostic laboratories across the country have helped drive the growth of veterinary…
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Veterinarians still warming up to telemedicine
Surveys suggest the surge in virtual visits and other forms of veterinary telehealth is temporary and will likely diminish after the SARS-CoV-2…
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Veterinarians’ smartphones, tablets contaminated with staphylococci
Most of the staphylococci found on these devices were likely of human origin, suggesting contamination was more likely originating from staff members…
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WVC conference features new collaboration between AVMA, Viticus Group
The 2022 WVC Annual Conference, March 6-9, featured an announcement about a new partnership between the AVMA and Viticus Group, the organization that…
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Sessions focus on improving workplaces, leadership opportunities for underrepresented groups
Challenges and opportunities lie ahead for the veterinary profession as it implements systemic change around diversity, equity, and inclusion. A host…
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CDC eases entry requirements for dogs vaccinated in United States
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention removed permit requirements for dogs returning to the U.S., effective Dec. 1, provided those dogs were…
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Interested in veterinary anesthesia? This organization may be for you
New society created with all veterinary professionals in mind
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North Carolina law will require veterinarians to report gabapentin use
As part of Governor Roy Cooper’s North Carolina Opioid Action Plan, a new law will require the state’s veterinarians to report the use of gabapentin…
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1965 - 1975
The period of 1965-1975 could be characterized as a time when part of the foundation for the present-day one-health initiative was laid, as new…
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Introducing AVMA Axon: Next-generation digital education
Regular readers of this blog might have noticed a couple of weeks ago that we told you we had an exciting announcement coming regarding continuing…
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Student debt, globalization highlight AVMA House of Delegates meeting
[caption id="attachment_18034" align="aligncenter" width="584"] The Veterinary Information Forum is an open discussion in which House of Delegates…
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CE from AVMA Convention 2022 now available on demand
Watch 12 of the most popular CE sessions from AVMA Convention 2022, now available on AVMA Axon.
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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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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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Exploring a role for titers in rabies vaccination
Most states and many municipalities have laws requiring rabies vaccination for dogs and often cats, and these laws do not allow titer testing
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Registration is open for AVMA Convention 2020
Join thousands of your colleagues and peers in San Diego, July 31-August 4 for a long weekend of veterinary inspiration, education, and relaxation.
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Veterinary technicians can not only survive but also thrive in profession
Amy Newfield, director of veterinary nursing leadership for Veterinary Emergency Group, presented “How To Survive as a Veterinary Technician” on Aug.…
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How to make mentorship work in veterinary practice
An AVMA webinar details how a new veterinary graduate can develop a structured mentorship program with an existing mentor, while AVMA Convention 2022…
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Diversity, well-being front and center at AVMA Convention 2022
Educational programing at AVMA Convention 2022 in Philadelphia features a mix of virtual and in-person sessions highlighting the importance of…