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There should always be a “tech” in team
Veterinary technicians make significant contributions to our profession, and the AVMA is proud of our longstanding record of supporting them in all…
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Like Legos, we’re building great things together
AVMA's new president, Dr. Doug Kratt, used Legos as a metaphor for our profession: They are versatile, integrate well with Legos of different shapes,…
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HOD to decide historic AVMA election
Drs. Grace Bransford and Lori Teller share why they think they are the most qualified candidate in this year’s race for AVMA president-elect.
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Campaign pushes for profession to recognize third gender option
The student and professional veterinary organizations representing the LGBTQ community have endorsed a letter-writing campaign asking the veterinary…
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President-elect candidates make their case
In the following interviews, they share their views of the AVMA and veterinary medicine.
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From burnout to team-building: Inventive education for veterinary leaders
How do you reignite your passion for work and recapture the fun in your life when you’re feeling depleted and burned out? Jessica Rector, best-selling…
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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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A Little advance notice
AVMA Executive Vice President Bruce W. Little planned his retirement to the best advantage of the Association.
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Policy review ranges from rabies to referrals
The AVMA Executive Board examined several AVMA policies during its June meeting,including ones related to scientific testing activities,
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Helping each other adapt and succeed in changing times
AVMA President Dr. John Howe considers how the AVMA is growing and evolving to better serve members and the profession.
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Q&A: Goldman wants to help veterinarians rediscover their passion for the profession
Dr. Arnold Goldman is one of three candidates running for 2023-24 AVMA president-elect. The AVMA House of Delegates (HOD) will decide who will fill…
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Though COVID-19 cases rare in pets, testing is available
Veterinarians can test for the COVID-19 virus in animals, but whether and when they should still remain issues. At press time in late April, only a…
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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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AVMF adds to its charitable programs
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation launched a new fund during the AVMA Annual Convention
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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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Be part of the dialogue
AVMA members are encouraged to consider becoming candidates for council, committee, and liaison positions that will
Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities Selection Committee
The CVTEA Selection Committee oversees assessment and selection of candidates to serve on the AVMA Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and…
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Texas VMA, veterinary school, veterinary clinic receive AVMA President’s Awards
Dr. Lori Teller, 2022-23 AVMA president, gave three President’s Awards during the President’s Reception July 14 at AVMA Convention 2023 in Denver.…
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Delegates discuss dues, programs for recent graduates
Ten state VMAs submitted the resolution recommending the expansion of reduced dues for deliberation during the regular winter session of the HOD in…
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AVMA Board elects Donlin as new CEO
Dr. Janet Donlin returns to the AVMA in September, this time in the Association’s top staff leadership spot
Jim Weisman, DVM
Dr. Jim Weisman is a 1997 Purdue University graduate, is a small animal veterinarian and Purdue University faculty member and administrator.
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Board chair addresses veterinary issues
Dr. Karen Bradley, chair of the AVMA Board of Directors, talks about veterinary burnout and well-being and how the Association is addressing…
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On the road with AVMA's vice president
With her two-year term as AVMA vice president half completed, Dr. Jennifer Quammen describes how she's spent the previous year fulfilling the duties…
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Education costs, global roles worry AVMA delegates
Veterinary students are bearing more of the cost of their education as state and federal governments have cut higher education funding.