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Tips on hiring, technology for equine vets
Technology, telehealth, and building a team were the focus of sessions at the American Association of Equine Practitioners’ annual convention, Dec.…
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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…
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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,…
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The backbone of veterinary technology for 50 years
This July, the AVMA Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities is celebrating its 50th anniversary. The CVTEA accredits educational…
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Buying new technology? Take your time, get consensus, experts say
Information technology professionals William Lindus and Andy Jonardi present on the Axon webinar, "Talking Tech with Your I.T. Team," which was…
Committee on Advancing Veterinary Technicians and Technologists
The Committee on Advancing Veterinary Technicians and Technologists advises the Board of Directors on matters important to the veterinary technology…
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Veterinary technicians being paid more but still face concerns about wages, burnout, debt
Survey results from the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America reveal the latest data about the profession of veterinary…
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Research on aging a natural fit for One Health approach
With today’s technological advancements, researchers are calling for a concerted effort to gather big data on aging dogs to benefit not only…
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Veterinary technicians can not only survive but also thrive in profession
Amy Newfield, director of veterinary nursing leadership for Veterinary Emergency Group, presented “How To Survive as a Veterinary Technician” on Aug.…
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COVID-19 a year later: How the veterinary profession adapted
In this issue, JAVMA News seeks to tell stories of the hard work of veterinary clinicians and researchers, clinic staff members, and students who have…
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New Arkansas vet tech legislation poses risks to veterinary patients, clients, and practices
The Arkansas state legislature recently adopted a law that will expand veterinary technician specialists’ (VTS) scope of practice. Another bill still…
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AVMA Board chair addresses challenges to VCPR, advocacy efforts
Dr. Charles Lemme was elected chair of the AVMA Board of Directors this past July during AVMA Convention 2023 in Denver. About halfway through his…
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A test case for remote work in veterinary practice
Adobe Animal Hospital Los Altos and Adobe Animal Hospital South Bay have both on-site customer service representatives (CSRs) and off-site video…
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Genomic tests show promise for early detection of canine cancers
Emerging technology in the field of veterinary diagnostics is finding canine cancer in the early stage of the disease, meaning treatment can start…
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Better integrating the robust veterinary technician skill set into practice
Credentialed veterinary technicians (CVTs) are versatile members of the veterinary care team, expertly tackling responsibilities in nursing, imaging,…
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AAVSB releases standards to assess international veterinary technicians, nurses
The American Association of Veterinary State Boards announced development of the PAVE for Veterinary Technicians certificate program, designed to…
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Dog monitor taken off the market
A wearable electronic device intended for use on dogs is no longer available, as enrollment in its veterinary monitoring program was slower
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Veterinary technician committee releases accreditation decisions
The AVMA Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities released its most recent accreditation decisions from its Nov. 6-7, 2020,…
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Laser guidelines encompass veterinarians
Laser safety in veterinary medicine is now an integral part of the American National Standards Institute's Z136.3 guidelines for the safe use of…
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Artificial intelligence & veterinary medicine
More than a century ago, the automobile ushered in a new age that fundamentally remade the practice of veterinary medicine. Will artificial…
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Report looks to future of veterinary profession
A commission has released a report identifying emerging trends that will affect the veterinary profession over the next generation.
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Increasing efficiency, salaries can help practices retain employees
To help mitigate employee attrition and increase retention, Frederic Ouedraogo, PhD, an AVMA senior economist and associate director in the Veterinary…
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NAVTA's Veterinary Nurse Initiative a work in progress
Although the Veterinary Nurse Initiative has seen little state legislative progress, it has made strides in other areas.
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AVMA initiatives support veterinary technicians and technologists
A new AVMA panel tasked with identifying ways to support veterinary technicians is ready to kick off its work. It’s just one of numerous AVMA…
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New initiatives support technicians and practices
A new panel of AVMA volunteers is forming to examine ways to better support and advance veterinary technicians, and empower them to maximize how they…