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AVMA hires executive, manager
A former state veterinary medical association director and a former executive from an association that trains and educates real estate agents started…
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AAHA, AAFP expand guidelines on pain management
“The management of pain is a crucial component in every veterinary practice,” said Dr. Mark Epstein, co-chair of the task force that prepared the…
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New resources help practices manage online reputation
The AVMA has developed new member resources to help veterinary practices manage their online reputation.
Best practices to manage your online reputation
Best practices for veterinarians to minimize the likelihood of online criticism and cyberbullying, and limit reputational damage if attacks occur.
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AVMA Board manages agenda of diverse topics
The April 9-11 meeting of the AVMA Board of Directors at Association headquarters in Schaumburg, Illinois, included an agenda of topics ranging from…
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AVMA strengthens support for women in leadership
The AVMA Board of Directors in November 2015 voted to provide management services for the Women’s Veterinary Leadership Development Initiative
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It doesn’t have to hurt
The ethics of animal treatment and veterinary care have changed dramatically over the past several decades.
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AAHA releases new canine and feline behavior guidelines
The American Animal Hospital Association has released the new AAHA Canine and Feline Behavior Management Guidelines to offer tools for veterinary…
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Short awarded honorary degree by Helsinki University
Dr. Charles E. Short was awarded the degree Doctor Honoris Causa by the University of Helsinki in Finland on June 5 in appreciation of his global…
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Practices rely on surveys for client feedback
Seventy-two percent of veterinary practices rely on surveys for client feedback, according to a survey of members by the Veterinary Hospital Managers…
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Program helps bring back lapsed patients
Veterinary practices can participate in a free, new program to help bring back pets that have not been in for over 14 months.
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Wild horse, burro population still out of control
Overpopulation of wild horses and burros has been a major focus for the Department of the Interior’s Bureau of Land Management as grazing land begins…
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Association announces annual member meeting
The AVMA Board of Directors approved holding the 2016 annual meeting of AVMA voting members in conjunction with the regular winter session
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Lawsuit claims Beneful kibble is toxic
A pet owner hopes to start a class action lawsuit over kibble that he says killed or sickened thousands of dogs, including three of his own.
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Accrediting body reinforces firewall with AVMA
The AVMA Council on Education has further distanced itself from the AVMA or, more specifically, the AVMA Board of Directors
Cyberbullying help for AVMA members
Cyberbullying has become a real concern for veterinarians and other veterinary professionals. What can you do if you come under attack?
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NAVC launches innovation council, industry services
The North American Veterinary Community has established the Veterinary Innovation Council, an association that will focus on initiatives such as…
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Growing member value
The new AVMA Strategic Plan aims to increase member satisfaction by focusing on objectives such as protecting and enhancing the lifelong value of the…
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FFA announces winner of award in veterinary science
The National FFA Organization, formerly the Future Farmers of America, announced Oct. 30 that Amy Wyant of Illinois is the winner of the 2015 National…
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Treasurer: New process ties finances with AVMA strategy
AVMA Treasurer Barbara A. Schmidt told the House of Delegates that the AVMA now has a process to tie Association finances with Association strategy.
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AVMA considers revising policy on feral cats
The AVMA is considering revisions to its policy on “Free-roaming Abandoned and Feral Cats” in hopes of building consensus among stakeholders.
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FDA surveying veterinarians on antiparasitic drug resistance
A survey starting in September will help direct federal outreach on the risks to horses and ruminants of antiparasitic drug resistance.
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Antiparasitic resistance
The AVMA strongly recommends that veterinarians in concert with clients use the most up-to-date guidelines, treatments, and evidence-based medicine…
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Veterinary emergency, critical care groups hold symposium
21st International Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Symposium, Sept. 18-22, 2015, Washington, D.C.