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In Memory: Childers, dedicated volunteer and practitioner, dies at 93
Dr. Henry E. Childers, a Rhode Island practitioner and former president of the AVMA and the American Hospital Association, died April 15, 2024. He was…
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WHO publishes updated list of medically important antimicrobials
The World Health Organization (WHO) has released its updated list of medically important antimicrobials. Published February 8, the WHO List of…
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National Academies of Practice adds 25 new veterinary fellows, professional members
The National Academies of Practice, an interdisciplinary organization of health care practitioners and scholars, accepted 15 new fellows of the…
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AMC expands offerings with enhanced surgical suite
The new surgical center at the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center, which includes five operating rooms and a recovery room separating dogs and cats, is…
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Ohio VMA – February 22-24, 2024
The Ohio VMA (OVMA) held its Midwest Veterinary Conference from February 22-24 in Columbus. The OVMA presented awards and seated new officials.
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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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More veterinary colleges in line for accreditation evaluations
The AVMA Council on Education (AVMA COE) will have its hands full with 14 scheduled site visits for the remainder of this year. Among them are five…
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Questions remain as canine respiratory disease cases fall
The outbreak of atypical canine infectious respiratory infectious disease complex (aCIRDC) that grabbed the nation’s attention late last year appears…
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Unlocking the benefits of emotional intelligence
Veterinary professionals attuned to their emotions are better equipped to handle stressful situations and relate to clients and colleagues. Two…
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Puerto Rican veterinary school will open this fall
The Ana G. Méndez University-Gurabo (UAGM-Gurabo) School of Veterinary Medicine received a letter of reasonable assurance from the AVMA Council on…
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World Small Animal Veterinary Association – September 27-29, 2023
The World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) held its 48th Congress from September 27-29, 2023, in Lisbon, Portugal. The WSAVA presented…
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FDA CVM lays out innovation plan for new animal, veterinary products
Leaders with the Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Veterinary Medicine recently outlined the agency’s plan to support the development of safe…
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Facing shortage, FDA CVM allows temporary imports of non-FDA approved drug for cattle
A national shortage of an important cattle reproduction drug has prompted the Food and Drug Administration to allow a similar but unapproved product…
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AVMA updates include new technology entity, PVME open for comment
The AVMA rang in the new year with a record high 105,000 members, strong financials, and a slate of initiatives for the year ahead that address…
Biomedical research
The mission of the AVMA includes the improvement of animal and human health. To fulfill this mission, the AVMA is committed to advancing the science…
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8 family-friendly activities in Austin for convention-goers
AVMA Convention 2024 is taking place June 21-25 in Austin, Texas, a vibrant city known for excellent food, amazing music, and eccentric sights. It’s…
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Call for comments opens: Veterinary technician educational standards
The AVMA CVTEA® is accepting comments until April 15, 2024, on some of its educational standards for accredited veterinary technology education…
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Just one thing: Explore new technology solutions
Taking your practice's technology use to a new level may offer a productivity boost that benefits team members and the business alike.
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President’s Column: Supporting veterinary technicians
The AVMA supports the essential work of veterinary technicians, veterinary technologists, and veterinary technician specialists in many ways, and is…
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Eliminating in-person VCPR requirement for telemedicine, proposed midlevel position discussed at information forum
Two proposals for change in the veterinary profession—the idea of a midlevel position (MLP) that would overlap the roles of the veterinarian and…
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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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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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NC State, Purdue professors to join National Academy of Inventors
Kenneth Adler, PhD, professor of cell biology at North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine’s Department of Molecular Biomedical…
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From note taking to scheduling, technology can help veterinary practices in many ways
Technological developments can help many areas of practice management. It’s just a matter of taking the time and effort to make it happen, according…
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Economic headwinds could impact veterinary practices, says economic futurist
Andrew Busch, an economic futurist, consultant, and speaker, anticipates the U.S. economy bottoming out at the end of 2024 after hitting peak growth…