AVMA news
Bailey shares his vision as he seeks AVMA presidency
Dr. Michael Q. Bailey, a board-certified veterinary radiologist, launched his campaign for 2024-25 AVMA president-elect on July 14. And two members of…
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AVES announces name change to reflect One Health mission
The American Veterinary Epidemiology Society (AVES) has changed its name to the American Veterinary One Health Society (AVOHS). The association…
Dr. Scarlett Magda named recipient of 2023 AVMA Global Veterinary Service Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today named Dr. Scarlett Magda as the winner of the 2023 AVMA Global Veterinary Service Award.
AVMA elects new volunteer leaders for 2023-2024 term
Dr. Rena Carlson of Idaho is the AVMA's new president for the 2023-2024 Association year. Dr. Sandra Faeh of Illinois is the president-elect.
Dr. Nick Jeffery recognized with 2023 AVMA Clinical Research Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today named Dr. Nick Jeffery, professor at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine and…
Dr. Natasha Olby wins 2023 AVMA Career Achievement in Canine Research Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has named Dr. Natasha Olby, professor of veterinary neurology and neurosurgery at the North…
Amy Shojai receives AVMA Steve Dale Excellence in Veterinary Media Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today named author Amy Shojai as the winner of the 2023 AVMA Steve Dale Excellence in Veterinary…
Dr. Phillip Nelson named recipient of 2023 AVMA Meritorious Service Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today named Dr. Phillip Nelson, professor of immunology and former dean at Western University…
Dr. Joseph Kinnarney named recipient of 2023 AVMA Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today named former AVMA President Dr. Joseph Kinnarney as the winner of the 2023 AVMA Award.
Dr. Lori Teller announces 2023 AVMA President’s Award winners
In one of her final acts as president of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), Dr. Lori Teller presented AVMA President’s Awards to…
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Straight talk about veterinary workforce issues
As AVMA President, Dr. Lori Teller delivered a presentation and participated in a panel on July 13 on the topics of the veterinary workforce, proposed…
Dr. Boaz Arzi named recipient of 2023 AVMF/EveryCat Health Foundation Research Award
The AVMA today honored Dr. Boaz Arzi, professor and chief of veterinary dentistry and oral surgery service at the UC-Davis School of Veterinary…
Dr. Jim Riviere named recipient of 2023 AVMA Lifetime Excellence in Research Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today honored Dr. Jim Riviere, distinguished professor emeritus at Kansas State University and…
2022 AVMA Excellence Awards recipients
AVMA awards recognize veterinarians who advance veterinary medicine, and who show exemplary concern for the welfare and humane treatment of animals. …
Dr. James Nave named recipient of 2023 AVMA Advocacy Award
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has named former AVMA President Dr. James Nave as the winner of the 2023 AVMA Advocacy Award.
AVMA honors Zoetis executive Dr. Christine Jenkins and Tuskegee veterinary Dean Dr. Ruby Perry for DEI leadership
The American Veterinary Medical Association today will present special awards to two transformative leaders, Dr. Christine Jenkins and Dr. Ruby Perry,…
Purdue’s Dr. Willie Reed named AVMA’s first Frederick Douglass Patterson Award winner
Dr. Willie M. Reed, Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine at Purdue University, today was named the inaugural recipient of the American…
blog
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.
AVMA and ‘Critter Fixers’ team up to help high school students learn about careers in veterinary medicine
Denver-area high school students interested in careers in veterinary medicine will have a chance to learn first-hand from experts: Dr. Terrence…
AVMA, Street Dog Coalition partner to help pets of people experiencing homelessness in Denver
Pets give their humans love, companionship and protection, and in return their owners want to give them the medical care, nutrition and comfort they…
blog
President's Column: Looking back at a memorable year
Dr. Lori Teller measures her year as AVMA's 2022-23 president year in moments both big and small, reflecting on her connections and interactions she…
policy
WVA position on the global climate change emergency
The AVMA has endorsed this position statement developed by the World Veterinary Association (WVA).
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Conference of Research Workers in Animal Diseases – January 20-24, 2023
The Conference of Research Workers in Animal Diseases (CRWAD) held its annual conference from January 20-24 in Chicago. The CRWAD presented awards,…
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Convention sessions, statement touch on environmental impact of veterinary medicine
Speakers at AVMA Convention 2023 will talk about the impacts of climate change and how environmental sustainability is an increasingly important topic…
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Educational debt repayment program awards $9M in 2022
In 2022, the Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program (VMLRP) awarded nearly $9 million to 89 veterinarians in exchange for working in U.S.…