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Groups debate who should perform reproductive services
Dr. Vince J. Collison would not be in favor of hiring a nonveterinarian to perform ultrasound pregnancy diagnosis or embryo transfers in his practice.
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AVMA PLIT announces insurance for data breaches
The AVMA PLIT announced in October that it is now making available insurance coverage for data breaches, a relatively new offering in the marketplace.
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AVMA Member Edge program offers tangible benefits
The AVMA has revamped its discount program to meet the professional and personal needs of AVMA and Student AVMA members across generations.
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Federal action could offer opportunity to resume AVMA LIFE health insurance offering
An executive order signed by President Donald Trump may provide an opportunity for AVMA LIFE Trust to again provide health insurance for our members,…
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AVMA Life, AVMA PLIT unifying under umbrella trust
More than 65,000 AVMA members have professional liability insurance, life insurance, or other coverage through the AVMA PLIT and AVMA Life—but most of…
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Clinic devises a novel approach to employees' child care conundrum
An all-female staff at a mixed animal practice in rural Texas had a problem.
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New federal rule may expand health insurance options for veterinarians
Editor's Note: This is not the most recent post on this subject. See the latest information on AVMA's effort to resume offering health insurance to…
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CSU launches certificate in Spanish for animal health and care
Colorado State University has launched a new undergraduate certificate, Spanish for Animal Health and Care, to make sure students in veterinary and…
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AVMA Life optimistic that it will resume health insurance
AVMA Life is cautiously optimistic that it will be able to resume offering health insurance to some AVMA members, perhaps as soon as next year.
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Veterinarians encouraged to take telehealth for a spin
Telehealth and virtual care aren't a replacement but rather an extension of veterinary practice, said Dr. Michael Bailey, a veterinary radiologist and…
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AVMA & AVMA LIFE push to expand health insurance options for veterinarians
Editor's Note: This is not the most recent post on this subject. See the latest information on AVMA's effort to resume offering health insurance to…
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AAHA Connexity takes on topics that keep veterinarians up at night
The American Animal Hospital Association took a radically new approach to its annual conference this year,
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The heated topic of raw milk
Unpasteurized milk has found a niche, with devoted followers hyping its taste and purported health benefits.
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Veterinarians try to protect teams, maintain services during pandemic
Veterinarians and veterinary association leaders described difficulties in protecting veterinary teams and continuing to treat patients as the number…
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Regulatory standards on pet health insurance being developed
There were nearly 2.82 million dogs and cats with pet health insurance at the end of 2019 in the United States and Canada. A new model law will likely…
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Veterinary practices see benefits with insured pets
Pet owners who purchase pet health insurance are more likely to bring their pets in to their veterinarian and to approve surgical procedures.
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MEMBERS ONLYConversation guide: Talking about pet health insurance
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Pet health insurance: Know the facts
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Does pet health insurance make sense for clients?
Pet health insurance can help pets get the health care they need. This Chart of the Month looks at research that illustrates the value of insurance,…
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Don’t let cybercriminals hack your practice
Hackers aren’t picky about whom they target. They’re trying to infiltrate your company’s computer network and shut down your business until you pay…