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House asks for review of unlicensed practice
Dialogue in the AVMA House of Delegates about the unlicensed practice of veterinary medicine led to two recommendations forwarded to the Board of…
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Veterinary technician tasks outlined in model regulation
A template for state regulation of scope of practice for veterinary technicians was created by the American Association of Veterinary State Boards as…
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Veterinary workers explore forming a union
Historically, unions have not had a meaningful presence in veterinary medicine because of the preponderance of independent practices.
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NAVTA ready to start veterinary nurse effort
The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America announced May 15 the formation of the Veterinary Nurse Initiative Coalition to pursue…
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Scope-of-practice laws draw attacks
Veterinarians, like other licensed medical providers, have increasingly voiced concern over laypersons providing care without proper experience,…
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Technicians to revamp credentialing system, title
Veterinary technicians are adept at educating clients, but now they’re banding together to take on a greater task that requires informing the public…
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Veterinarians exempt from Red Flags Rule
Legislation removes federal requirement for practices to create programs to prevent identity theft
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Audit outlines Horse Protection Program deficiencies
Current practices by the Department of Agriculture to ensure the humane treatment of horses exhibited at shows or being transported to slaughterhouses…
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Where to draw the line
In some areas of the country, rural veterinarians are struggling to maintain practice viability and client profitability
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When domestic violence arrives at the clinic door
Veterinarians and other practice staff members have the potential to play a life-saving role in the prevention of and response to domestic violence.
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New policies, allied group for HOD
The AVMA will oppose remote veterinary consulting, seek controls on adoption of relocated pets, and advocate for notification about illegal drug…
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What's in a name?
Two years ago, the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America formed the Veterinary Nurse Initiative coalition.
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Looking ahead
Dr. Clark K. Fobian, District VII representative to the AVMA Executive Board, will likely be elected AVMA president-elect by the AVMA House of…
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Veterinary care for all
Veterinary care for underserved populations was the central topic during the first Access to Veterinary Care Symposium, hosted by the Program for Pet…
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Looking for a new direction
A number of ongoing issues, particularly injuries and medication usage, were spotlighted this past year in horseracing