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American Board of Veterinary Practitioners – November 2, 2024
The American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP)—recognized by the American Board of Veterinary Specialties as an AVMA-recognized veterinary…
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In Memory – January 16, 2025
Veterinarian obituaries in the “In Memory” section of the Journal of the AVMA, January 16, 2025
Meet the candidate: Dr. James M. Weber, Jr.
Candidate: District 5 director - Biographical statement and statement of reason for seeking office.
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In Memory – January 2, 2025
Veterinarian obituaries in the "In Memory" section of the Journal of the AVMA, January 2, 2025
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Novel bird flu strain continues to threaten animal, public health
The ongoing epizootic of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI, more specifically avian influenza type A H5N1) has sparked concerns among health…
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Board chair addresses Colorado ballot initiative, highlights emerging technology task force
Dr. Robert Knapp, chair of the AVMA Board of Directors, talked with AVMA News about everything from a recent labor market study by Brakke Consulting…
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American Association of Food Safety and Public Health Veterinarians – October 17, 2024
The American Association of Food Safety and Public Health Veterinarians (AAFSPHV) held a virtual meeting on October 17. The AAFSPHV presented awards…
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Officer election changes, dues increase among proposals going before HOD
The AVMA Board of Directors has referred newly proposed or revised policies, revised rules for office election campaigns, and a request for a dues…
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Veterinary professional associate curriculum light on hands-on training
The proposed curriculum for Colorado State University’s master’s in veterinary clinical care degree program appears far less rigorous than the…
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President's Column: I resolve … Getting involved in 2025
As we reach the end of another year and welcome in 2025, many of us will reflect on the past while also looking to the future. If you’re like AVMA…
American Veterinary Medical Association partners with YM Careers to enhance job board services
The AVMA is pleased to announce a new partnership with YM Careers, a leading job board platform, to provide its members with an enhanced career center…
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More than a contest, AWJAC inspires future leaders
Now in its 24th year, the AVMA Animal Welfare Assessment Contest and is one way undergraduates, graduate students, veterinary students, and AVMA…
AVMA: Santa’s reindeer pass annual veterinary exam, cleared for flight
Children around the world received some good news today, with officials from the North Pole confirming that Dasher, Dancer, Prancer and the rest of…
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Revisions to AVMA policies on adopting research animals, end-of-life care receive approval
The AVMA Board of Directors (BOD) approved revising a number of policies at its November 13-15 meeting at AVMA headquarters in Schaumburg, Illinois,…
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Massachusetts VMA – November 3, 2024
The Massachusetts VMA (MVMA) held a celebration to honor the recipients of its Distinguished Service and Merit awards on November 3 in Northampton.
2024 AVMA Animal Welfare Assessment Contest winners announced
The Fall 2024 American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Animal Welfare Assessment Contest (AWJAC) took place recently at the University of…
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In Memory – December 5, 2024
Veterinarian obituaries in the “In Memory” section of the Journal of the AVMA, December 5, 2024
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President’s Column: Join us at 2025 VLC
Will we see you at the Veterinary Leadership Conference in January? AVMA's president, Dr. Sandra Faeh, reveals her favorite part of this unique CE…
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Filling the rural veterinarian gap
Multipronged efforts to increase the number of rural and food animal have generally been successful at what they’ve been designed to do. However, none…
Existing veterinary colleges adequate to meet US companion animal veterinary demand until at least 2035, major new study published in JAVMA finds
An analysis of long-term supply and demand trends for veterinary services estimated that the existing educational infrastructure would meet demand in…
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Veterinary colleges build educational pipelines to food animal, rural medicine
The lack of veterinary services in parts of rural America and for food animal producers has prompted veterinary colleges to be more deliberate in…
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In Memory – November 21, 2024
Veterinarian obituaries in the “In Memory” section of the Journal of the AVMA, November 21, 2024
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25 years of fighting antimicrobial resistance: AVMA’s Committee on Antimicrobials leads the way
Every year, World Antimicrobial Awareness Week is celebrated November 18-24 to improve awareness and understanding of the issue and encourage best…
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President’s Column: Recognizing our colleagues’ contributions
Consider nominating a colleague for an AVMA Excellence Award. What better way to express appreciation to someone who has influenced your career and…
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American College of Veterinary Surgeons – October 24-26, 2024
The American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS) held its annual surgery summit from Oct. 24-26 in Phoenix. The ACVS presented awards and seated…