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American College of Veterinary Surgeons – October 11-14, 2023
The American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) held its annual surgery summit October 11-14 in Louisville, Kentucky. The ACVS presented awards and…
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Unsung Heroes awards acknowledge veterinary staff members’ contributions
Veterinary practices couldn’t function without staff members there to nurse patients back to health, deal with client concerns and scheduling, and…
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Four veterinary scientists recognized with AVMA research awards
The AVMA honored Drs. Jim E. Riviere, Nicholas (Nick) Jeffery, Natasha Olby, and Boaz Arzi with 2023 AVMA Excellence Awards for contributions to…
Dr. Boaz Arzi named recipient of 2023 AVMF/EveryCat Health Foundation Research Award
The AVMA today honored Dr. Boaz Arzi, professor and chief of veterinary dentistry and oral surgery service at the UC-Davis School of Veterinary…
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Dive into dermatology with JAVMA supplemental issue
A new JAVMA supplemental issue promises to help clinicians succeed when handling everyday dermatologic challenges, in a wide variety of species.
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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.…
AVMA: “Doggie breath” could be a sign of serious disease
Does your sweet pet have sour breath? That odor from your pet’s mouth could signify a serious health risk that could lead to additional problems.
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AVMA offers resources for Pet Dental Health Month 2023
The AVMA has developed a variety of resources for National Pet Dental Health Month in February that also are available year-round to promote dental…
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Emerging topics in nutrition: See latest research in JAVMA
Watch your mailbox for the December issue of JAVMA, which includes a special supplemental issue addressing emerging and practical topics in nutrition…
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Pennell elected as next AVMA treasurer
Dr. Jon Pennell, former chair of the AVMA House Advisory Committee, was elected as the next AVMA treasurer. He begins his term in July 2023.
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Florida VMA – March 17-20, 2022
The Florida VMA held its annual conference from March 17-20 in Orlando. The FVMA presented awards and seated new officials.
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An inside look at accreditation of veterinary technology programs
The AVMA Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities requires that graduates of CVTEA–accredited veterinary technology programs are…
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Moms meet up at conference of their own
The Veterinary Encouragement Conference wasn’t the first gathering for the DVMoms Facebook group, but the meeting helped solidify existing bonds and…
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In Memory – June 9, 2022
Veterinarian obituaries in the “In Memory” section of the Journal of the AVMA, June 9, 2022
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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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In Memory - April 2022
The April issue of In Memory is now available online. Obituaries include Dr. Michael R. Floyd, who founded Orinda Veterinary Dental Service in Orinda,…
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AVMA, Viticus collaborate to enhance educational opportunities
The AVMA and Viticus Group, the organization behind the WVC conference, are partnering to offer new continuing education for veterinarians and…
AVMA and Viticus Group announce new strategic collaboration to enhance educational opportunities for the whole veterinary team
Building on their longtime leadership in continuing education for veterinarians, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and Viticus Group…
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In Memory - March 1, 2022
Veterinarians in memory in the March 1, 2022 Journal of the AVMA
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AVMA provides updates on workforce, well-being, advocacy
Key areas highlighted during leadership conference
AVMA: “Doggie breath” could be a sign of serious disease
Does your sweet pet have sour breath? That odor coming from your pet’s mouth could be more than a nuisance: it could signify a serious health risk…
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In Short - Feb. 1, 2022
Single-gender gene edits, pet dental health, feline health studies