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Nondiscrimination language added to diversity policy
The AVMA Board of Directors agreed April 7 to update the “AVMA Policy on Diversity and Inclusion” to add nondiscrimination language that includes,…
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Diversity, inclusion added to accreditation standards
The AVMA Council on Education approved revisions to six of its 11 Standards of Accreditation during its spring meeting
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Cultural competency program created for students
An online certificate program on diversity and inclusion is being offered for free to some veterinary students.
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House to discuss marijuana, VCPR, opioids, service animals
The AVMA House of Delegates plans to discuss the diverse topics of marijuana for treatment of animals, application and definition of the…
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Pet owners, shelters, and clinics: Check the chip
Lost or stolen pets have a much greater chance of being reunited with their families if they have been microchipped and the registration information…
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AVMA continues opposition to pet prescription legislation
The AVMA has renewed its opposition to federal legislation that would require a veterinarian to provide a client with a written prescription for a…
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AAVMC acknowledges contributions from veterinary faculty, student
The Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges recognized the 2017 recipients of five awards during its Annual Conference March 10-12 in…
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States track dispensing to counter drug fraud
A third of states and the District of Columbia require reports from veterinarians when they dispense controlled substances
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The hidden curriculum
Every veterinarian knows there’s much more to the job than being able to diagnose, treat, prescribe, and perform surgery.
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Call for applications for AVMA veterinary educator grants
The AVMA will begin accepting applications in early April for the 2017 AVMA Veterinary Educator Professional Development Grant.
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AAV gives grants for research on companion, wild birds
The Association of Avian Veterinarians has provided over $560,000 in funding for avian health research since 1982.
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Candidates introduce themselves in Indy
Three veterinarians launched their campaigns for the AVMA presidency and vice presidency during the Candidates' Introductory Breakfast July 21 in…
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Social worker joins AVMA staff
A leader in the effort to improve the mental health and well-being of veterinary professionals, Jennifer Brandt, PhD, has been hired at the AVMA
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AVMA announces newest Future Leaders class
The 10 veterinarians selected as the 2017-18 AVMA Future Leaders class were announced during a press conference July 22 at AVMA Convention 2017 in…
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Unlocking the genetic secrets of your dog
Want to know what mix of breeds your dog is? Want to know which hereditary disorders your mixed-breed or purebred dog is at risk for or
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MacKenzie and Cary join AVMA staff
Scott MacKenzie and Dr. Mia Cary joined the AVMA in October as division director of Membership and Field Services and chief of professional…
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Michael Bailey elected to AVMA Board
The board-certified radiologist and AVMA House of Delegates member will join the AVMA Board of Directors this July as District II
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Students honor faculty at UC-Davis, Mizzou
The Student AVMA House of Delegates presented awards during its annual session March 16-18 at Texas A&M University.
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Strother elected to AVMA Board
Dr. Jan K. Strother was sworn in July 25 as the District III representative on the AVMA Board of Directors after her election to complete the…
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California might ban the retail sale of dogs, cats, rabbits
California could be the first state to ban the retail sale of dogs and cats, along with rabbits, following in the footsteps of cities across the…
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Zoo veterinarians, behind the scenes and in the field
For zoo veterinarians, their day-to-day work can encompass thousands of individual animals and a multitude of species
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Standardized chart of accounts can boost practices’ financial health
Your veterinary practice now has access to a free, powerful finance tool that will help you assess and improve financial health.
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Student leadership, innovation on display at symposium
The 48th annual Student AVMA Symposium, held March 16-18 at Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, was a showcase…
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Bailey, Thompson run for District II AVMA Board seat
Two members of the AVMA House of Delegates—Drs. Michael Bailey of Pennsylvania and Robert Thompson Jr. of Delaware—are candidates for District II…
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I love a parade!
With the presidential inaugural parade in full swing, Dr. Joe Kinnarney made his way down Pennsylvania Avenue from 4th to 18th streets, alongside…