Council on Education open positions
Applications are being accepted for AVMA members to fill two volunteer positions on the AVMA Council on Education, representing private equine…
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American Board of Veterinary Practitioners – November 2, 2024
The American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP)—recognized by the American Board of Veterinary Specialties as an AVMA-recognized veterinary…
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In Memory – January 16, 2025
Veterinarian obituaries in the “In Memory” section of the Journal of the AVMA, January 16, 2025
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Granstrom retiring from AVMA
After 22 years with the AVMA, Dr. David E. Granstrom is retiring in March from his position as assistant executive vice president and chief…
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In Memory – January 2, 2025
Veterinarian obituaries in the "In Memory" section of the Journal of the AVMA, January 2, 2025
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In Memory – December 19, 2024
Veterinarian obituaries in the “In Memory” section of the Journal of the AVMA, December 19, 2024
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AVMA adopts new policies on climate change, certificates of veterinary inspection
The new policy on “Climate Change and Related Sustainability Issues” was approved by the AVMA Board of Directors during its November 13-15 meeting at…
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In Memory – December 5, 2024
Veterinarian obituaries in the “In Memory” section of the Journal of the AVMA, December 5, 2024
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Filling the rural veterinarian gap
Multipronged efforts to increase the number of rural and food animal have generally been successful at what they’ve been designed to do. However, none…
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Veterinary colleges build educational pipelines to food animal, rural medicine
The lack of veterinary services in parts of rural America and for food animal producers has prompted veterinary colleges to be more deliberate in…
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25 years of fighting antimicrobial resistance: AVMA’s Committee on Antimicrobials leads the way
Every year, World Antimicrobial Awareness Week is celebrated November 18-24 to improve awareness and understanding of the issue and encourage best…
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American College of Veterinary Surgeons – October 24-26, 2024
The American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) held its annual surgery summit from Oct. 24-26 in Phoenix. The ACVS presented awards and seated…
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Midlevel practitioner proposal secures enough votes in Colorado
Colorado voters have approved a new veterinary midlevel practitioner position known as a veterinary professional associate via a ballot measure called…
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Gap shrinks between new graduate, overall veterinary salaries
Dr. Chris Doherty’s presentation at the 2024 AVMA Veterinary Business and Economic Forum previewed the results of the 2024 AVMA Senior Survey and 2024…
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Washington State VMA – September 27-29
The Washington State VMA (WSVMA) held its Pacific Northwest Veterinary Conference from September 27-29 in Tacoma. The WSVMA presented awards and…
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AVMA seeks new leadership candidates, other volunteers
The AVMA currently seeks candidates for president-elect, vice president, and for two seats on the Board of Directors as well as nominations or…
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In Memory – October 10, 2024
Veterinarian obituaries in the “In Memory” section of the Journal of the AVMA, October 10, 2024
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In Memory – September 26, 2024
Veterinarian obituaries in the “In Memory” section of the Journal of the AVMA, September 26, 2024
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Chart of the month: Taking advantage of technology
Findings of the AVMA Practice Owners Survey highlight areas where veterinary practices are taking advantage of technology, as well as opportunities…
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American Veterinary Dental College – June 7-13, 2024
The American Veterinary Dental College (AVDC) recently welcomed new diplomates following the board certification examinations it held between June…
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Weeklong celebration honors veterinary technicians
The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) is honoring veterinary technicians during National Veterinary Technician Week,…
Veterinary midlevel position (MLP)
Creating a veterinary midlevel position (MLP) is neither a sufficiently targeted nor practical approach to address existing workforce issues. More…
Future veterinary workforce needs
In discussions of future veterinary workforce needs, it's important to critically evaluate predictions about how many veterinarians are needed to meet…
Colorado's proposed VPA
Our veterinary patients deserve high-quality care. Colorado’s proposed Veterinary Professional Associate (VPA) would lower the standard for veterinary…