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AVMA, American Psychiatric Association leaders discuss mental health benefits of pets
AVMA President Rena Carlson and Gregory Scott Brown, MD, from the American Psychiatric Association (APA) answered frequently asked questions from pet…
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Women veterinarians discuss their mentors, inspiring next generation
In honor of Women’s History Month this March, AVMA News spoke to three female veterinarians from across the profession about the value of mentorship,…
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Veterinary professionals advocate for healthy dog importation, rural veterinary support on Capitol Hill
More than 140 veterinary professionals and veterinary students were on Capitol Hill as part of the AVMA’s annual legislative fly-in this February,…
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Board updates public health policies, practitioners advisory committee charge
Earlier this year, the AVMA Board of Directors voted on changes to policies on public health matters, including tuberculosis, brucellosis, and…
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Ryan, Lent elected to AVMA Board of Directors
Drs. Carol G. Ryan and Michael P. Lent were declared elected to the AVMA Board of Directors (BOD) in February after running unopposed for two open…
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Delegates update AVMA policies on diets for cats and dogs, animal loss support services
The AVMA House of Delegates (HOD) amended several AVMA policies addressing a range of veterinary-related issues, , from raw diets for dogs and cats,…
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Eliminating in-person VCPR requirement for telemedicine, proposed midlevel position discussed at information forum
Two proposals for change in the veterinary profession—the idea of a midlevel position (MLP) that would overlap the roles of the veterinarian and…
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Career event teaches underrepresented students about veterinary medicine
The AVMA recently hosted more than 30 young adults at a Chicago veterinary clinic for an immersive experience in animal medicine as part of the…
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AVMA Board chair addresses challenges to VCPR, advocacy efforts
Dr. Charles Lemme was elected chair of the AVMA Board of Directors this past July during AVMA Convention 2023 in Denver. About halfway through his…
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Nominations open for 2024 AVMA Excellence awards
Summary: The nomination period is open for the 2024 AVMA Excellence Awards. The awards program recognizes contributions by veterinarians and…
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Solving today’s workforce challenges to ensure a bright future
Veterinary workforce issues didn’t start with the pandemic, but COVID’s disruption added to them, and the resulting burdens have put unnecessary…
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President’s Column: To lead or not to lead?
The veterinary profession needs leaders, and the AVMA is here to help you continue building your leadership skills.
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A research facility ahead of its time
The state-of-the-art National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility, based in the nation’s heartland, is arguably the most advanced animal agriculture…
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House, selection committee fills committee, council, HAC seats
At its regular annual session in July, the AVMA House of Delegates elected individuals to AVMA committees and councils and the House Advisory…
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AVMA pledges to 'vigorously defend' against expanding scope of practice
Broadening nonveterinarians' scope of practice would compromise the quality of veterinary care, thus threatening animal and public health, according…
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Animal welfare award recipients recognized by AVMA
Dr. Sheilah Robertson received the AVMA Animal Welfare Award, and Candace Croney, PhD, received the AVMA Humane Award July 15 during AVMA Convention…
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AVMA Global Veterinary Service Award goes to Magda
This year’s AVMA Global Veterinary Service Award went to Dr. Scarlett Magda, who is the co-founder and president of Veterinarians International (VI),…
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Vroegindewey honored with public service award
Dr. Gary A. Vroegindewey was recognized with the AVMA Public Service Award at a reception July 17 following the AVMA Global Health Summit at AVMA…
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Inaugural Frederick Douglass Patterson Lifetime Achievement Award goes to Willie Reed
Dr. Willie Reed is the inaugural recipient of the Frederick Douglass Patterson Lifetime Achievement Award. The award aims to recognize individuals who…
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Panel takes One Health approach to combating antimicrobial resistance
The executive director of the Presidential Advisory Council on Combating Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria (PACCARB) briefed the AVMA House of Delegates…
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House Committee advances AVMA-backed xylazine language
The Administration announced its national coordinated response on July 11 to fight the deadly combination of illicit xylazine mixed with fentanyl.
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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…
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.
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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…
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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…