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From data loss to explosions: how practices can prepare for disasters
Dr. Warren J. Hess didn't think much about disaster preparedness until his mobile practice exploded, with him inside.
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Veterinary clinics adapt to new normal
Most jurisdictions recognize veterinary practices as essential and are allowing them to operate during the COVID-19 pandemic sweeping the world, but…
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In Memory: Timothy Montgomery, dedicated AVMA volunteer leader, dies at 65
Dr. Timothy Montgomery, who served the AVMA in numerous roles, died May 11, 2023, at the age of 65. Dr. Montgomery owned and operated Dacula Animal…
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In Memory: AVMA mourns death of Montana delegate Rex Anderson at age 65
Dr. Rex R. Anderson, a guiding presence in the AVMA House of Delegates for nearly two decades, died Dec. 14 at the age of 65. He was the owner and…
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Urgent care clinics starting to enter veterinary profession
Much the same as walk-in clinics, urgent care veterinary practices are slowly emerging as another option offering outpatient medical care for animals…
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Disaster planning tool coming soon, brochure updated
A new tool coming soon from the AVMA and American Veterinary Medical Foundation will allow veterinary practices to create a custom plan to prepare for…
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Animal shelters, control officers aim to be more community-centric
Companion animal welfare and shelter leaders discuss diversity, equity, and inclusion; the eviction crisis; and implementing changes to how animal…
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USDA awards $3.2M in 2022 to support rural veterinary services
A project at Michigan State University to train veterinary students and practicing veterinarians in honeybee medicine was among 20 recipients of a…
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Emergency planning: AVMA tools help you prepare for disasters
Disasters can occur anywhere and at any time. You can minimize their effects and repercussions by being prepared. AVMA resources lay out critical…
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Florida VMA mourns death of long-time director
The Florida VMA announced that its long-serving executive director Philip J. Hinkle died Aug. 22 at the age of 58.
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Submerged by Sandy
Several practices in New York and New Jersey suffered terrible damage when Hurricane Sandy passed through the region late last October.
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In Puerto Rico, time measured before and after Maria
The wrath of Maria, one of the worst natural disasters to strike Puerto Rico, disrupted life on the island for months afterward.
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Eliminating in-person VCPR requirement for telemedicine, proposed midlevel position discussed at information forum
Two proposals for change in the veterinary profession—the idea of a midlevel position (MLP) that would overlap the roles of the veterinarian and…
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AVMA updates include new technology entity, PVME open for comment
The AVMA rang in the new year with a record high 105,000 members, strong financials, and a slate of initiatives for the year ahead that address…
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Accrediting body working on emergency conditions policy
The AVMA Council on Education is looking to create a standing emergency conditions policy in light of the pandemic and the potential for similarly…
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In Memory – March 30, 2023
Veterinarian obituaries in the “In Memory” section of the Journal of the AVMA, March 30, 2023
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Farm veterinarians adjust to reduce COVID-19 risk
This spring, veterinarians spent less time in barns and more time helping farm workers stay healthy. Veterinary organizations, academic centers, and…
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Obituary: Dr. James Brandt, 2001-02 AVMA president, dies at 87
Dr. James H. Brandt, who served as AVMA president from 2001-02, died Oct. 25 at the age of 87. During his tenure, Dr. Brandt had the foresight to…
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Tornado relief efforts spill into flood response
Responders in several states rush to aid animals impacted by twin disasters