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Exhibit hall offers space to learn, meet, improve skills
The exhibit hall at AVMA Convention 2022 will have more than 200 booths to browse over three days as well as on-site education and career services.
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AVMA animal welfare principles
The AVMA, as a medical authority for the health and welfare of animals, offers eight integrated principles for developing and evaluating animal…
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One Health takes center stage at AVMA Convention
President’s Column: Dr. John de Jong As veterinarians, we recognize and uphold a duty to promote the health of all species and the many places in…
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WVC welcomes attendees to hybrid conference
Viticus Group brought attendees back in person to the WVC conference, Sept. 6-9 in Las Vegas, and offered a virtual supplement.
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Compounding: New webinar outlines FDA final guidance #256
Gain a solid overview of the FDA's guidance on compounding animal drugs from bulk drug substances, and learn how it impacts veterinarians and our…
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Teach me how to TikTok
TikTok, the popular video-sharing platform, is known as an app for filming viral dances. However, it can also be an impactful tool for veterinary…
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Behavior pioneer inspired many to learn humane, positive techniques
Dr. Sophia Yin was well-known as an animal behavior expert who dedicated her life to educating pet owners and also veterinarians
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Protecting animal welfare: Empowering our next generation
One of AVMA’s most important responsibilities is to help the next generation of veterinarians make informed decisions that protect and enhance animal…
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Enjoy cuddly moments, with caution against disease risks
Agritourism is a growing business, and state and local fairs attract millions of guests. The public’s interactions with livestock and other animals…
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Training in foreign and emerging animal diseases
Veterinarians must be adequately prepared to recognize foreign animal diseases, emerging or reemerging diseases, or animal disease resulting from an…
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AVMA launches certificate program for first responders
Among initial courses approved for the new AVMA Veterinary First Responder Certificate Program are courses through the Federal Emergency Management…
AVMA Humane Endings Symposium
The AVMA Humane Endings Symposium brings together the top experts on euthanasia, humane slaughter, depopulation, and their psychological impacts to…
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Call for proposals: Tell us what’s trending
Do you have an idea for a trending topic your colleagues would like to learn about? Submit proposals to the AVMA Convention team by February 28, 2021.
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Dot-com makes $1 million pledge
Dot-com makes $1 million pledge In the single largest corporate commitment made to the American Veterinary Medical…
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New on demand: CE webinars help you hone clinical skills
Are you looking to brush up on technical skills that you can implement in the practice right away? Watch 10 of the most popular sessions from AVMA…
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Federal grant program accepting applications
The Veterinary Services Grant Program, overseen by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture, is now accepting…
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New year, new goals
If career advancement is a top priority for you in 2020, the AVMA has you covered. Take advantage of the wide range of tools and resources available…
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Explore cannabis topics in depth with experts
AVMA's first-ever symposium on veterinary cannabis will provide a 360-degree perspective, presented directly by key leaders in research, practice and…
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Equine Fear Free certification launches
The Fear Free organization’s latest course covers Fear Free concepts using video clips and slides to show participants how to examine and handle…
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Take a deep dive into workplace wellbeing: Level 2 now on Axon
Learn new strategies and steps to bring your veterinary organization to the next level of workplace wellbeing. The CE certificate “Workplace Wellbeing…
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Creating a welcoming veterinary community
Webinar explores diversity, marginalization and intersectionality The words diversity, marginalization and intersectionality are at the forefront of…
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Bain receives Bustad award for human-animal bond research
Dr. Melissa Bain has devoted her veterinary career to enhancing the human-animal bond through research on companion animal behavior problems,…
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A chat about how to advocate in DC and beyond
On April 27, AVMA President Douglas Kratt will host a virtual chat titled “Come One, Come All: Member Power in AVMA Advocacy.”
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WVC features AVMA sessions, research results
The AVMA offered sessions at the 2023 WVC Annual Conference as part of a year-old partnership with Viticus Group, the organization that hosts WVC.…
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USP revised compounding standards go into effect
Revised compounding standards from the United States Pharmacopeia (USP) became effective November 1 after 12 years of work. According to the USP, the…