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Developing your career in a way that supports you
Dr. Melanie Bowden spoke at the AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference, held virtually Jan. 7-9, on “Developing An Amazing Veterinary Career: A New Way…
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Thinking of a career transition? Assess yourself first
Veterinarians change jobs for myriad reasons, but they often do so without doing a self-assessment first. One expert says the focus should be not on…
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2022 leadership conference welcomes a new era in veterinary medicine
Strong leadership is needed now more than ever. Hone your leadership skills and help develop the next generation of leaders at this year’s Veterinary…
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SAVMA stays focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion
The Student AVMA House of Delegates and SAVMA Chapter Presidents hybrid meetings occurred July 31-Aug. 1. This was the first time student leaders had…
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WSAVA publishes global guidelines for professional wellness
The World Small Animal Veterinary Association has developed new global guidelines for professional wellness which provide an overview of the factors…
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Unlocking the benefits of emotional intelligence
Veterinary professionals attuned to their emotions are better equipped to handle stressful situations and relate to clients and colleagues. Two…
Social media and cyberbullying: A reputation management series
This library of videos from the AVMA and AVMA Trust can help you combat cyberbullies and protect your online reputation.
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Curiosity can lead to discovery: Embracing neurodiversity
A new learning module from Journey for Teams thoughtfully delves into the diversity of brain functions, highlighting the distinct benefits and…
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Compassion as a catalyst for change
Keynote speaker Richard Boyatzis, PhD, spoke at the AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference on January 5 in Chicago. His presentation, “The Science of…
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Women veterinarians discuss their mentors, inspiring next generation
In honor of Women’s History Month this March, AVMA News spoke to three female veterinarians from across the profession about the value of mentorship,…
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Virtual career fair: Find your perfect fit
Whether you're thinking about a new job or looking to recruit team members, you won't want to miss the AVMA Veterinary Career Center's May 20 career…
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Two new resources support equine veterinary practices
Equine veterinarians and veterinary teams can leverage new tools to improve client communication and inform business and career planning.
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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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Veterinary profession heading in right direction with mental health
Merck Animal Health released findings from its most recent comprehensive veterinary wellbeing study on January 15 at the 2024 Veterinary Meeting &…
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Help prevent suicide in veterinary medicine
Protecting the wellbeing of ourselves and our colleagues is a priority for veterinary professionals year-round, and Suicide Prevention Awareness Month…
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Kick off 2022 with AVMA’s virtual career fair
Jobseekers and hiring managers, here’s an event you won’t want to miss: The AVMA Veterinary Career Center and Veterinary Career Network will greet…
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Advising clients on pets’ winter weight gain
Dr. Leslie Hancock-Monroe, a veterinarian in the pet food industry, sees risks in pets of winter weight gain and opportunities for veterinarians to…
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COVID-19 a year later: How the veterinary profession adapted
In this issue, JAVMA News seeks to tell stories of the hard work of veterinary clinicians and researchers, clinic staff members, and students who have…
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Agile responses to member needs a priority for AVMA Board chair
Dr. Lori Teller, elected to a one-year term as chair of the AVMA Board of Directors last July, talks about navigating as a leader during a tumultuous…
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Intentional, reciprocal communication: keys to effective leadership
Josh Vaisman, founder of Flourish Veterinary Consulting, and Andi Davison, a licensed veterinarian technician, gave the presentation “If You Ain’t…
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Events, sessions highlight profession’s diversity at AVMA Convention 2024
AVMA Convention 2024, taking place June 21-25 in Austin, Texas, promises a wealth of networking and educational opportunities, including robust…