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Surgery or procedures performed on show animals
The AVMA recommends that procedures to correct injury or deformity for an animal’s welfare not be grounds to disqualify the animal from conformation…
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Veterinary dentistry
Veterinary dentistry, oral medicine, and oral surgery are part of the practice of veterinary medicine and are regarded as such under state veterinary…
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Canine devocalization
The AVMA strongly discourages the devocalization of dogs because of the surgery's negative impacts on animal welfare. Canine devocalization does not…
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Veterinarian-jockey breaks the mold on and off the racetrack
Dr. Ferrin Peterson has always wanted to ride the winning horse at the Kentucky Derby, and she has never been closer than now to achieving her dream.…
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Veterinarians practicing aquatic animal medicine
Aquatic animal veterinarians in the U.S. care for animals and protect public health, diagnosing disease, performing surgery, evaluating and…
AVMA news
AVMA pledges to 'vigorously defend' against expanding scope of practice
Broadening nonveterinarians' scope of practice would compromise the quality of veterinary care, thus threatening animal and public health, according…
JAVMA news
The hidden curriculum
Every veterinarian knows there’s much more to the job than being able to diagnose, treat, prescribe, and perform surgery.
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Safeguarding care for animals with veterinarian-led teams
The AVMA will vigorously defend the practice of veterinary medicine—including the ability to diagnose, prognose, develop treatment plans, prescribe,…
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Surgical procedures for nonveterinary students
AVMA does not advocate for the instruction of nonveterinary students in surgical procedures.
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Veterinary ergonomic guidelines
Discover risk factors that could lead to musculo-skeletal injury, examples of related tasks in veterinary medicine, and what to do if you identify a…
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Declawing of domestic cats
The AVMA discourages elective declawing of cats and supports non-surgical alternatives, respecting the veterinarian’s right to use professional…
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Removal or reduction of teeth in nonhuman primates and carnivores
The AVMA opposes removal or reduction of healthy teeth in nonhuman primates and carnivores, except when required for medical treatment or approved…
JAVMA news
AVMA revises declawing policy
Policy discourages procedure but defers to veterinarians on each case
JAVMA news
Free webinar on surviving the school-to-practice transition
Transitioning from veterinary school to practice is exciting, but it can also be scary and confusing.
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Embryo transfer and advanced reproductive technology procedures
Embryo transfer and advanced reproductive technology procedures demand a licensed veterinarian's extensive knowledge in anatomy, physiology,…
JAVMA news
Richardson, others recognized for contributions
Michigan veterinarian Dr. John H. Richardson received the AAHA's highest
JAVMA news
Veterinarian hospitalized 104 days because of COVID-19, complications
Dr. David Fell had to relearn basic tasks such as walking and sitting up after contracting COVID-19 this past November. Despite his long road to…
JAVMA news
AVMA seeks nominations for 2004 awards
Awards recognize contributions to veterinary organizations, animal welfare, research, and public health
JAVMA news
Study looks at how veterinarians cope with patient death
A study has looked at the stated thoughts and reactions of veterinarians who work in shelters and spay-neuter clinics
JAVMA news
Ableism in veterinary medicine
Veterinary colleges have made efforts to reduce barriers for people with disabilities in veterinary education, but discrimination against and a lack…
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AVMA policy on veterinary technology
The AVMA recognizes the value of veterinary technicians as an integral component of veterinary medicine and urges full utilization of veterinary…
JAVMA news
Project supports food animal veterinarians in Texas, New Mexico
Texas A&M University AgriLife faculty members are laying the groundwork for a network of rural veterinarians to provide education and assistance to…
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Curiosity can lead to discovery: Embracing neurodiversity
A new learning module from Journey for Teams thoughtfully delves into the diversity of brain functions, highlighting the distinct benefits and…
JAVMA news
Access to lethal means looked at to lower veterinary suicide rate
Researchers say changes needed to prevent diversion of euthanasia drug
JAVMA news
Incoming AAEP president born into the business
Dr. Berk spoke with JAVMA News about his background, his presidency plans, and the challenges ahead for the AAEP.