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Walking the talk
Dr. Kathleen M. Anderson is thankful for the mentorship she’s received over the years.
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AVMA endorses federal legislation to address illicit xylazine
The bill would equip law enforcement with additional tools to stop illegal xylazine trafficking while protecting veterinarians’ access to this…
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Clients driving you nuts? Retrain your brain
Speaker at VLC outlines steps on how to be more compassionate to the most difficult people
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AAEP develops resources to recruit, retain equine veterinarians
The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) is taking steps to address the future of equine practice by improving compensation, emergency…
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Be essential to thrive in cattle practice
Dr. W. Mark Hilton said veterinarians who have good technical skills may still be replaceable. Those who know their clients' goals may be…
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Here’s one promising approach to address rural veterinary shortages
There are veterinarians who want to work in rural areas of America but are unable to do so—for financial reasons. The great news is that legislation…
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Animals, people still recovering from hurricane
A veterinarian from New Orleans and a casino employee from Las Vegas have helped animals in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.
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In the wake of the tsunami
On Dec. 26, 2004, an earthquake in the Indian Ocean created a tsunami that took the lives of thousands upon thousands of people in
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Specialists in short supply
The veterinary profession has a shortage of specialists across most or all disciplines,
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How to thrive in practice
The AVMA held a roundtable of thought leaders in March to discuss "Thriving in Clinical Practice."
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How representation can empower Black excellence
AVMA News spoke with three Black veterinarians about the power of inclusion and what they’re doing to create a more diverse profession and celebrate…
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Lead in cows is a risk for people
Cattle raised for milk and meat can consume lead through their environments or feed.
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Summarizing a disaster, by the numbers
Hurricanes Katrina and Rita harmed hundreds of horses, thousands of cattle and companion animals, and millions of chickens
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Campus tours
Two veterinary colleges in the process of receiving accreditation by the AVMA Council on Education are working to build competency-based curricula and…
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Clinic devises a novel approach to employees' child care conundrum
An all-female staff at a mixed animal practice in rural Texas had a problem.
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AABP president wants association to be indispensable
Just as veterinarians try to be indispensable to clients, Dr. Glenn Rogers thinks the American Association of Bovine Practitioners should be…
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Antech and Idexx tout laboratory services, diagnostic innovations
Together with veterinary practices, state and commercial diagnostic laboratories across the country have helped drive the growth of veterinary…
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The quirks of working with goats and sheep
Dr. Chris Duemler of Brodhead Veterinary Medical Center in Brodhead, Wisconsin, has always been fascinated with goats and finds
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Conserving habitats, ecosystems everywhere key to saving wildlife
The romantic vision of habitat and ecosystem conservation is rather different from the reality.
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Market improving, but value of veterinary degree unclear
AVMA economists predict an improving market for veterinary services over the next several years.
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USAHA wants more work on federal programs, rules
USAHA asks federal authorities to invest more to guard against livestock diseases and let veterinarians transport and use controlled
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AABP president promotes responsiveness, collaboration, online CE
Dr. Richard L. Wallace wants the American Association of Bovine Practitioners to be faster, stronger, smarter—faster at addressing the issues of the…
Practice management
Thriving in veterinary practice means consistently achieving goals and growth, while maintaining balance in all aspects of our lives. AVMA can help…
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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…