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Human and animal medicine meet on the bridge
The Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine hosted a symposium, The Bridge Between Veterinary Medicine and Human Health,
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For human needs, some veterinary clinics are turning to a professional
Veterinarians aren’t always equipped to deal with every moral, ethical, and emotional dilemma they encounter with clients.
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UNDER REVIEWColleges/schools of veterinary medicine infrastructure funding
The AVMA supports federal and state funding to build infrastructure and provide ongoing support for faculty and programs to increase human resource…
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Searching for Shelter
Veterinary medicine is fighting homelessness and preserving the human-animal bond through a collaborative program between the University of
Veterinary technology program data
The AVMA Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (CVTEA) collects data on veterinary technology and nursing programs every year.…
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Views on NAVMEC draft report shared
Leaders in veterinary academia were asked to give their input on the draft recommendations from the North American Veterinary Medical Consortium, and…
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Get answers: Frequently asked questions about COVID-19
We’ve added two new resources to our COVID-19 webpage: FAQs for veterinarians and veterinary clinics, and for pet owners.
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AVMA wins World Veterinary Day Award for COVID-19 response
The Association developed an online COVID-19 resource center that was first made available to veterinarians around the world in February 2020—three…
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PrideVMC releases document outlining civil rights expectations for transgender, nonbinary people
The Pride Veterinary Medical Community is creating resources to address inequality and inequity in veterinary spaces, including a new Gender Identity…
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HOD addresses sexual harassment
Veterinary leaders are moving forward with a strategy to increase awareness of sexual harassment in the profession and create related resources.
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COVID-19: Managing employees who are ill or may be exposed
New AVMA guidance gives recommendations for managing employees with confirmed or suspected COVID-19 exposure or disease.
Human-Animal Bond Certification
The AVMA is founding educational partner for the Human-Animal Bond Certification Program for veterinarians and veterinary team members.
Tools to strengthen your veterinary team
Workplace culture can directly affect business success and contribute to better patient care. Strengthen and empower your veterinary team with these…
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Purdue receives $3.18M to address rural veterinary shortages, diversity
With help from a new federal grant, the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine is stepping up to expand access to the veterinary profession…
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Chart of the Month: What’s in your benefits package?
Knowing what benefits other veterinarians are receiving can help us appreciate what’s possible, both as employees and employers.
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International joint statements address horse slaughter, rabies in dogs
The AVMA has adopted a joint statement on horse slaughter with the Canadian and Mexican veterinary associations and a joint statement on rabies in…
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Zoonotic disease education
The AVMA supports zoonotic disease education programs for physicians, allied health professionals, veterinarians, and other animal care professionals…
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AVMA develops plan for combating sexual harassment in profession
A plan, developed by the AVMA Board of Directors at the request of the AVMA House of Delegates, outlines how the Association will help the veterinary…
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Public health and regulatory veterinary medicine continuing education
State and local associations, colleges, and departments of veterinary science should include in CE programs a representative offering of subjects on…
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UNDER REVIEWJoint AVMA-FVE-CVMA statement on veterinary education
This statement has been adopted jointly by the AVMA, the Federation of Veterinarians of Europe, and the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association.
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Ross veterinary teaching hospital achieves AAHA accreditation
Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine's teaching hospital was awarded AAHA accreditation status after a site visit from a representative of…
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AABP offers workshops on managing rural practices
The American Association of Bovine Practitioners is offering workshops for recent veterinary graduates in rural areas who are looking to buy or build
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Veterinary medicine represented on Forbes' ‘30 Under 30’ list
Dr. Nikki Wright and veterinary student Lisa Gretebeck have been named to Forbes’ list of innovators in health care for founding Pou Sante: Amar Haiti
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Not over the rainbow yet
The first session during the 2011 Iverson Bell Symposium March 10-11 in Alexandria, Va., was devoted to lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender…