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The corporatization of veterinary medicine
Corporate-owned veterinary practices have been around for roughly 30 years, starting in 1987 when VCA bought its first independently owned companion…
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Veterinarians pledge ventilators, supplies to human medicine
Veterinarians pledged hundreds of ventilators for human use as a surge of COVID-19 cases in some areas have led to shortages as the coronavirus…
Compounding guidance for veterinarians
Learn about the regulatory parameters, quality control assurance, and practice considerations when using compounded products in veterinary medicine.
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Horse deaths associated with unapproved drug
An unapproved clenbuterol product associated with two horse deaths in Louisiana has prompted the FDA to remind veterinarians and horse
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Compounding issues resurface in wake of ponies' deaths
The high-profile deaths of 21 polo ponies at the U.S. Open Polo Championship, caused by an overdose of selenium, has brought the issue of
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The gender gap
That female veterinarians continue to earn less than male veterinarians is clear from the 2013 AVMA Report on Veterinary Compensation.
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FDA issues booklet reviewing information on animal health care needs
The Center for Veterinary Medicine within the Food and Drug Administration published a pamphlet in August titled "FDA and the Veterinarian."
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Whose fault is it if you're not successful?
Veterinary medicine is not always all you hoped it would be.
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FDA’s Dunham delves into drug issues
Dr. Bernadette Dunham, director of the Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Veterinary Medicine, recently fielded questions about drug issues and…
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Reminder: ECP not approved for use in animals
The Food and Drug Administration's Center for Veterinary Medicine has received reports that certain pharmacies and veterinarians have compounded…
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NIOSH to help improve drug safety in veterinary clinics
Veterinary clinic employees have higher exposure to chemotherapy drugs than counterparts in human medicine because of not taking proper precautions.
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Agricultural economist heads newest AVMA division
Michael Dicks, PhD, spent more than two decades at Oklahoma State University studying the production, distribution, and consumption of agricultural…
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Program created to help researchers market their discoveries
The Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences is getting $1.2 million to create a nationwide training program that…
Compounding
Understand the rules for veterinary compounding, and get resources to support your work with clients whose animals require compounded medications.
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Insured pets received more care, more frequently
As pet health insurance becomes more prevalent in veterinary medicine, more data have become available on how having pet health insurance impacts…
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FDA describes legal limits of drug compounding
Agency says few uses allowed for raw active ingredients
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Veterinary research study moves forward
Many animal health experts suggested one of the main problems is creating incentives for institutions to fund research
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FDA providing guidance on use of drug for Cushing disease
Federal drug authorities are providing guidance for veterinarians on the use and compounding of a drug used in the treatment of
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Case against Wedgewood pharmacy dismissed
A wrongful-death suit brought against Wedgewood Village Pharmacy, of Swedesboro, N.J., was dismissed by the U.S. District Court
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AVMA president wants to hear from you
Dr. Douglas Kratt, AVMA president, hosted a virtual chat on Oct. 28, answering questions about everything from how he’s keeping productive at his…
Compounding: FAQs for veterinarians
Get answers to the compounding questions veterinarians most frequently ask the AVMA.
Case studies: Veterinary telemedicine
Explore case studies to see how other veterinarians are using modern technology to improve patient care and meet business challenges.
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Large animal practitioners grapple with fluid shortage
Large animal practitioners are grappling with a shortage of large-volume bags of polyionic fluids, separate from the ongoing shortage
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Monographs available for dewormers, anticonvulsant
Monographs on a category of dewormers and an anticonvulsant are now available online from the U.S. Pharmacopeia's Veterinary
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Annual spending on pets nearing $100B
The overall sales figures are higher than previously reported industry expenditures as a result of APPA’s efforts to refine and improve its research…