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Fortier picked as next AVMA editor-in-chief
Dr. Lisa Fortier will join the AVMA staff as the 15th editor-in-chief of the Association’s journals and director of the Publications Division,…
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AVMA adjusts declaw, antimicrobial policies
AVMA policy now states that cat owners should be able to decide whether to seek an onychectomy for their cats
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Georgia alumni recognized for contributions
The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine recently recognized five alumni for service to the college and the veterinary profession.
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AVMA Convention goes all virtual
Citing COVID-19 as a continuing public health concern, AVMA leaders have decided to shift the 2021 AVMA Annual Convention to a full virtual meeting…
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SAVMA hosts panel connecting new veterinarians with 2021 graduates
The Student AVMA hosted a virtual event featuring veterinarians who graduated from various institutions in 2020 answering questions from upcoming…
Sam Miller, DVM
Dr. Sam Miller, the District 8 representative on the AVMA Board of Directors, is a 1991 graduate of Texas A&M University.
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AVMA convention attendees stay plugged in
AVMA Virtual Convention 2021, held July 29-Aug. 1, took place online for the second year in a row because of the COVID-19 pandemic and offered the…
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Future Leaders focus on career transitions, wellness
The AVMA Future Leaders Program focused on the theme of career transitions. Next year's class will explore the topic of wellness
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AVMA Award presented to Gregory S. Hammer
Dr. Gregory S. Hammer, a Delaware-based small animal practitioner and 2007-08 AVMA president, received The AVMA Award for contributions to the…
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Board makes appointments
The AVMA Executive Board made the following appointments during its April meeting.
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SAVMA president to elevate other voices
Hidayah Martinez-Jaka spoke with JAVMA News about her plans for her year as Student AVMA president, being a part of the most diverse SAVMA Executive…
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Are we in a veterinary workforce crisis?
AVMA staff analyze trends in patient volumes, clinic and hospital incomes, and staffing in those businesses.
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Veterinary colleges continue to prepare students to enter profession
Despite the disruptions to veterinary education caused by the pandemic, veterinary students have mastered the same skills as previous classes and then…
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A horse industry’s change of heart
The Prevent All Soring Tactics Act strengthens the Horse Protection Act and bans the use of action devices and improves enforcement by the USDA.