Each day, our world is growing smaller, more complex and more diverse. That’s why the AVMA has increased its presence on the international veterinary scene. It’s also the reason why the association is dedicating more time and resources to advancing … read more
Diversity
President’s Update – Our Profession’s Diversity in One Week
I had an amazing week last week. It started with a visit to the Korean Veterinary Society of America in Marina del Rey, California. I spent two days with veterinarians of Korean heritage. The President of the Korean VMA and … read more
Inclusion = Productivity, Profitability
How’s business? We’ve talked a lot about diversity in AVMA@Work and how important it is to embrace the community in which you live and practice veterinary medicine. Now there’s even more reason. Take a look at a recent JAVMA article … read more
President’s Trip Log – Heartland Veterinary Leadership Conference
The Heartland Veterinary Leadership Conference invites the officers and delegates from the thirteen member state VMAs to a different venue every year to discuss issues of importance to organized veterinary medicine. The thirteen states that are members of the Heartland … read more
Comments Sought on Veterinary Education
The North American Veterinary Medical Education Consortium wants to hear your thoughts about how we can create a workforce of future veterinarians who are prepared to address society’s needs. The Consortium, which is led by the Association of American Veterinary Medical … read more
China Calls
Our world is shrinking. As American comic Steven Wright once said, “It’s a small world. … But I wouldn’t want to have to paint it.” We can’t underestimate the value of strong international friendships with our peers. That’s why the … read more
We Are AVMA
The Annual Convention is a highlight of our year, bringing together thousands of veterinarians, veterinary technicians, students, colleagues and guests. And even if you weren’t able to attend this year’s convention in Atlanta, rest assured that your interests – and … read more
Diversity Really Does Matter
It’s easy to get caught up in our own little world. But if you take a moment to look around, you’ll see that your world has already changed. There have been changes in cultural attitudes, in the gender and generational … read more
20/20 Vision
Crystal balls don’t work, no matter how long you stare into them, and, last I checked, no one’s improved much on time travel since H.G. Wells wrote “The Time Machine.” So, since we don’t have any fancy tools at our … read more
The Changing Face of the Profession
A diverse veterinary profession is a strong veterinary profession, better positioned to meet the challenges that come our way and better equipped to meet the needs of all those we serve. In fact, excellence in our profession requires diversity. That’s … read more
