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Animal blood shortage deepens during pandemic
Veterinarians struggle to acquire adequate blood supplies as transfusions become more routine and donations decline. Meanwhile, California is…
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Advising clients on pets’ winter weight gain
Dr. Leslie Hancock-Monroe, a veterinarian in the pet food industry, sees risks in pets of winter weight gain and opportunities for veterinarians to…
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A day in the life of an emergency veterinary clinic
JAVMA News shadowed veterinarians and other staff members at Iowa Veterinary Specialties in Des Moines, Iowa, to get a feel for how they’re getting by…
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Snapshots of an emergency and specialty practice
JAVMA News shadowed veterinarians and support staff at Iowa Veterinary Specialties in Des Moines, Iowa
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When adopting a dog, staying within US a safer option, expert says
An expert with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says it’s important for veterinarians to help clients understand the risks for…
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Are we in a veterinary workforce crisis?
AVMA staff analyze trends in patient volumes, clinic and hospital incomes, and staffing in those businesses.
Schedule: Veterinary Business and Economic Forum
View the full schedule for the AVMA Veterinary Business and Economic Forum.
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AAFP releases updated guidelines on care of senior cats
The updated Feline Senior Care Guidelines from the American Association of Feline Practitioners cover emerging advances in feline medicine with…
Veterinary specialists 2020
View U.S. veterinarians with various board certifications from AVMA-recognized veterinary specialty organizations as of December 2020.
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Convention sessions center on well-being
Presentations on well-being, stress, and thriving in practice will be offered throughout AVMA Virtual Convention 2021, scheduled for July 29-Aug. 1.
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Two cats injured in wildfire go home six months later
Extensive care provided at the University of California-Davis School of Veterinary Medicine over six months saved a pair of cats burned in a wildfire.…
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American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges
Annual Conference and Iverson Bell Symposium, held virtually, March 3-5
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CDC recommends veterinarians be prioritized for COVID-19 vaccines
As rollout continues, APHIS deploys veterinarians to help with the vaccination effort, some states consider having private practitioners help…
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Report offers insights into COVID impacts on veterinary practices
Survey findings show many practices experienced an increase in revenue during the pandemic last year, but much of the gains were offset by increases…
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COVID-19 a year later: How the veterinary profession adapted
In this issue, JAVMA News seeks to tell stories of the hard work of veterinary clinicians and researchers, clinic staff members, and students who have…
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Developing your career in a way that supports you
Dr. Melanie Bowden spoke at the AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference, held virtually Jan. 7-9, on “Developing An Amazing Veterinary Career: A New Way…
AVMA membership data 2020
View AVMA membership statistics by species category, employment type, and medical discipline as of December 31, 2020.
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One Health, wildlife see wins in federal funding
The spending package approved to fund the federal government through the remainder of fiscal year (FY) 2021 provides major wins for veterinarians.
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Veterinary emergency, critical care groups hold symposium event
26th International Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Symposium, virtual meeting, Sept. 12-14, 2020