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Q&A: Bailey focusing on outside-the-box solutions to professions’ challenges
Dr. Michael Q. Bailey is running unopposed as a candidate for 2024-25 AVMA president-elect. The board-certified radiologist and former member of the…
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Board revises AVMA policies on horse tripping, opioids, public health
The AVMA Board of Directors (BOD) updated and adopted several policies during its April 4-5 meeting at AVMA headquarters in Schaumburg, Illinois. The…
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New phase of DEI learning: Earn CE while advancing diversity
Advocates for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the veterinary profession can now earn continuing education credit for the learning modules…
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In Memory: Childers, dedicated volunteer and practitioner, dies at 93
Dr. Henry E. Childers, a Rhode Island practitioner and former president of the AVMA and the American Hospital Association, died April 15, 2024. He was…
DEIW (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Wellbeing) Summit
Taking place November 7-9, 2024, in Atlanta, the AVMA's DEIW Summit will gather together a community united by the shared goal of fostering…
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Board makes committee appointments
The AVMA Board of Directors in April made several appointments to AVMA committees, including the Animal Welfare Committee and Committee on…
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AVMA task force to tackle specialist shortage in academia
A new task force, proposed by the AVMA Veterinary Specialty Organizations Committee (VSOC) and approved by the Board during its April 5 meeting in…
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Veterinary students thrive at SAVMA Symposium in Tennessee
The 2024 Student AVMA Symposium, co-hosted by Lincoln Memorial University and the University of Tennessee, took place March 14-17 at the Knoxville…
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Women veterinarians discuss their mentors, inspiring next generation
In honor of Women’s History Month this March, AVMA News spoke to three female veterinarians from across the profession about the value of mentorship,…
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Celebrating Women’s History Month and our amazing profession
During Women’s History Month, AVMA President Dr. Rena Carlson is reflecting on the women who paved the way for so many colleagues in the veterinary…
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Curiosity can lead to discovery: Embracing neurodiversity
A new learning module from Journey for Teams thoughtfully delves into the diversity of brain functions, highlighting the distinct benefits and…
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Registration is open! Join us in Austin for AVMA Convention 2024
Registration is open for AVMA Convention 2024, happening June 21-25 in Austin, Texas. Save $100—plus get the best rates on hotel and travel—when you…
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Veterinary professionals advocate for healthy dog importation, rural veterinary support on Capitol Hill
More than 140 veterinary professionals and veterinary students were on Capitol Hill as part of the AVMA’s annual legislative fly-in this February,…
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How representation can empower Black excellence
AVMA News spoke with three Black veterinarians about the power of inclusion and what they’re doing to create a more diverse profession and celebrate…
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Ryan, Lent elected to AVMA Board of Directors
Drs. Carol G. Ryan and Michael P. Lent were declared elected to the AVMA Board of Directors (BOD) in February after running unopposed for two open…
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‘Critter Fixers’ nominated for TV show award
“Critter Fixers: Country Vets” has been nominated for a NAACP Image Award in the category of “Outstanding Reality Program, Reality Competition or Game…
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Learning from every generation
A new learning module from Journey for Teams provides practical information to help veterinary team members understand, welcome, and learn from people…
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AVMA updates include new technology entity, PVME open for comment
The AVMA rang in the new year with a record high 105,000 members, strong financials, and a slate of initiatives for the year ahead that address…
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Vaccine hesitancy gives some US dog, cat owners cold feet
The connection between attitudes toward human and pet vaccines and how those of some people are changing is forcing veterinary professionals to more…
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Call for volunteers: AVMA COE seeks new members
Applications are open for three volunteer positions on the AVMA Council on Education®, to replace members whose terms will expire in August.
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President’s Column: Supporting veterinary technicians
The AVMA supports the essential work of veterinary technicians, veterinary technologists, and veterinary technician specialists in many ways, and is…
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Eliminating in-person VCPR requirement for telemedicine, proposed midlevel position discussed at information forum
Two proposals for change in the veterinary profession—the idea of a midlevel position (MLP) that would overlap the roles of the veterinarian and…
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AVMA Board chair addresses challenges to VCPR, advocacy efforts
Dr. Charles Lemme was elected chair of the AVMA Board of Directors this past July during AVMA Convention 2023 in Denver. About halfway through his…
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Being an ally: Everyone has a role
Being an ally means supporting and advocating with individuals who belong to historically marginalized groups, especially those different from our…
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Raw pet food diets, pet population management policies headed to HOD
The AVMA House of Delegates, during its regular winter session, being held January 5-6, 2024, in Chicago, will vote on six resolutions that would…