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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…
AVMA membership frequently asked questions
Membership topics include: How to join, renew, get dues reduction or exemption, qualify for insurance renewal; cost of membership; payment and group…
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AVMA honors Kinnarney, Meyer for service with Trust
Drs. Joseph H. Kinnarney and Thomas F. Meyer received recognition for their contributions to the AVMA Trust during the President’s Reception July 14…
Veterinary Economics Strategy Committee
The Veterinary Economics Strategy Committee advises on the broad scope of economic issues affecting veterinary medicine.
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AVMA lobbies Congress, virtually
The AVMA hosted its annual legislative fly-in April 21, bringing veterinary students and veterinarians together virtually with their members of…
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Iowa governor signs veterinary debt repayment bill
Iowa joins about 20 states that have similar loan repayment programs for rural and food animal veterinarians.
Join the Student AVMA (SAVMA)
SAVMA membership supports you in your day-to-day life as a veterinary student with benefits that enhance your opportunities for success. Join SAVMA’s…
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Survey results show rise in hospital employee pay
Survey results from the Veterinary Hospital Managers Association indicate salaries rose for associate veterinarians and managers at veterinary…
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AVMF on standby for California wildfire relief; Can you help?
The AVMF provides grants to help veterinarians care for animals during emergencies and disasters. Donate to fund wildfire relief in California.
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Your input needed: Cannabis, telehealth, risk management in practice
The AVMA House of Delegates (HOD) will meet January 10-11, and delegates are looking for member comments to inform their discussion of important…
Janet D. Donlin, DVM
Dr. Janet Donlin has served as AVMA executive vice president and chief executive officer since 2016. She has held a broad range of veterinary…
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Survey results show overall salary increases for veterinary staff members
Veterinary hospitals are paying their hospital administrators and certified veterinary practice managers more than they did two years ago, according…
FAQs for international students
International SAVMA chapter members qualify for many benefits. Get answers to frequently asked questions SAVMA receives from international veterinary…
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Virtual convention includes virtual exhibit hall
The AVMA Virtual Convention 2020 includes a virtual exhibit hall, with games, raffles, and videoconferencing with vendors.
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VMX features second well-being study
Merck Animal Health released the results of the second Merck Animal Health Veterinarian Wellbeing Study during the 2020 Veterinary Meeting & Expo.…
AVMA headquarters externship
AVMA headquarters externships help students explore opportunities in organized veterinary medicine.
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Kinnarney honored with AVMA Award for dedicated service to AVMA Family
Dr. Joseph Kinnarney is this year’s recipient of The AVMA Award, which he accepted during the keynote at AVMA Convention 2023 in Denver. Among his…
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HEROES stimulus legislation introduced in House
On May 12, the House Majority released a COVID-19 stimulus package called the “Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus Emergency Solutions Act,” or the…
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Delegates discuss how to communicate value of AVMA
The AVMA House of Delegates passed a resolution recommending that the House Advisory Committee form a working group to explore and define delegates’…
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Exploring employee assistance programs for veterinary practices: Are they a bother or benefit?
As veterinary practices look to innovative solutions to attract and retain staff members—as well as promote mental health and well-being—an employee…
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AVMA leaders discuss potential legal liability of student, volunteer work
House of Delegates also talks about cannabis, telehealth
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AVMA marks 100,000-member milestone
The AVMA has reached a major milestone, recording over 100,000 members for the first time in its 159-year history. The announcement came during the…
AVMA staff leaders
The AVMA’s professional staff works in conjunction with the Board of Directors, House of Delegates, and other member volunteers to protect, promote,…
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Australia recovers from Black Summer of wildfires
The Australian government created a special commission to identify ways to avoid a repeat of the 2019-20 fire season that burned more than 46 million…
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World Small Animal Veterinary Association
44th World Small Animal Veterinary Association Congress, July 16-19, 2019, Toronto