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Charity closes amid complaints of surgeries performed by nonveterinarians
An Atlanta-based charity that performed orthopedic surgeries on stray animals has shuttered following complaints from Georgia veterinarians that…
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New listings in AVMA Animal Health Studies Database
Below are some of the new listings of veterinary clinical studies in the AVMA Animal Health Studies Database.
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Alert: Hemostatic Bone Putty
Potential to ignite if contacted with electrosurgical cautery systems under certain conditions during surgery.
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'We do one thing, and one thing only'
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals' Spay/Neuter Alliance is working to reduce the number of unwanted animals by
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American Animal Hospital Association
Members of the American Animal Hospital Association presented awards during Connexity by AAHA, Sept. 12-14, in Indianapolis.
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3 AVMA award recipients announced
Three people who have made important contributions to animal welfare, human-animal interaction, and veterinary medicine will be honored together at…
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Equine researchers, practitioners praised for achievements
The American Association of Equine Practitioners honored the 2018 recipients of several awards at its 64th Annual Convention, Dec. 1-4, 2018, in San…
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Owners of brachycephalic dogs are a complicated lot
Most owners of Pugs, French Bulldogs, and Bulldogs believe their dog to be in very good health or the best health possible despite
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New York becomes first state to outlaw cat declawing
Over the objections of many in the veterinary community, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed legislation on July 22 making the Empire State the first…
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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.
Veterinary specialties
The AVMA’s American Board of Veterinary Specialties recognizes veterinary specialty organizations and specialties, promoting advanced levels of…
Mary Ergen, DVM
Dr. Mary Ergen, the District 3 representative on the AVMA Board of Directors, is a small animal practitioner from Tennessee.
AVMA membership data 2017
View AVMA membership by species category, employment type, and medical discipline as of December 31, 2017.
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Convention-goers have monumental time in DC
AVMA Convention 2019, held Aug. 2-6 in Washington, D.C., was the location for more than 1,000 continuing education sessions, an expansive exhibit hall…
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One man's wheelchairs have kept thousands of disabled pets moving
During the 1960s, Dr. Lincoln Parkes started building wheelchairs for disabled animals who otherwise would have been euthanized. Now 91, the founder…
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AVMA presents 2019 Excellence in Research Awards
Four veterinarians received the 2019 AVMA Excellence in Research Awards during the National Veterinary Scholars Symposium, held July 24-27 at…
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AVMA Board approves WVA Congress bid
The AVMA Board of Directors voted to approve submitting a letter of intent to host the 2022 World Veterinary Association Congress.
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Kansas State announces new dean
Kansas State University has appointed Dr. Bonnie Rush (Ohio State '89) as the new dean of its College of Veterinary Medicine in June.
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World Small Animal Veterinary Association
43rd World Small Animal Veterinary Association Congress, Sept. 25-28, Singapore
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CVTEA releases accreditation decisions, schools post updated test scores
The AVMA Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities recently granted initial accreditation to two programs—Austin Peay State…
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More pets, more debt?
Study looks at link between propensity for taking in animals, financial decision-making