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LMU introduces equine education program to increase number of veterinarians working with horses
Lincoln Memorial University’s Equine Veterinary Education Program will use a shortened curriculum and paid internships to train and retain a new…
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Health screening test rolled out for brachycephalic dog breeds
The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, in partnership with the University of Cambridge and The Kennel Club in the U.K., is offering the Respiratory…
Council on Education site visitors 2023
Site visitors conduct veterinary medical college accreditation site visits on behalf of the AVMA COE, with free training provided by the COE.
U.S. veterinarians 2022
View AVMA membership statistics by species category, employment type, and medical discipline as of December 31, 2022.
AVMA membership 2022
View AVMA membership statistics by species category, employment type, and medical discipline as of December 31, 2022.
AVMA creates new cyberbullying resources for veterinarians with educational grant from Banfield Pet Hospital
New resources to help veterinarians effectively counter and recover from cyberbullying attacks were recently unveiled at the AVMA's Veterinary…
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Congressional offices consider making xylazine a controlled substance
With illicit xylazine increasingly showing up in street drugs that pose grave risks to human users, government policymakers are discussing making it a…
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Help shape the future of veterinary technology education
Are you interested in educational standards for veterinary technicians and open to a challenge? Apply to volunteer with the AVMA Committee on…
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Education council schedules site visits – January 2023
The AVMA Council on Education has scheduled site visits to 11 schools and colleges of veterinary medicine for 2023.
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In Memory – Jan. 19, 2023
Veterinarian obituaries in the “In Memory” section of the Journal of the AVMA, Jan. 19, 2023
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AAHA releases new guidelines on care of senior dogs, cats
The American Animal Hospital Association has released the 2023 AAHA Senior Care Guidelines for Dogs and Cats to support veterinary teams in their care…
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Connecting the art and science behind veterinary illustrations
Medical illustrators aim to increase the quantity and quality of visual education materials for veterinarians, but there can be challenges, including…
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List of Black diplomates sparks discussion, action
Dr. Coretta Patterson has started to compile a list of Black diplomates of veterinary specialty colleges, including from the American College of…
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Education council members appointed
Four new members joined the AVMA Council on Education this summer.
Continuing education (CE)
Continuing education is critical for the whole veterinary team. AVMA CE offerings include both digital and in-person learning.
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World Small Animal Veterinary Association – Oct. 29-31, 2022
The World Small Animal Veterinary Association held its 47th Congress from Oct. 29-31 in Lima, Peru. The WSAVA presented awards and seated new…
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Veterinary emergency, critical care groups hold symposium – Sept. 7-11, 2022
The 28th International Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Symposium was held Sept. 7-11, 2022, in San Antonio. Several organizations presented…
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Congress approves development of national One Health coordination plan, other veterinary funding priorities
Language supported by the AVMA in new legislation will coordinate federal activities aimed at combating zoonotic disease outbreaks. The measure was…
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Turn to AVMA and others for resources to improve workplace culture
Veterinary practices looking to improve their workplace culture need look no further than the AVMA and other organizations, which offer a wealth of…
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Intercultural competency is a journey, not a destination
Latonia Craig, EdD, chief diversity, equity, and inclusion officer at the AVMA, presented the session “Making Your Mark: Intercultural Competency…