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I am AVMA

November 18th, 2009

Who exactly is the AVMA? You are, of course, and you have lots of stories to tell. That’s why we recently introduced “I am AVMA,” a campaign that allows our members to tell – in their own words – how AVMA membership benefits them and the profession.
 We tend to share the benefits of AVMA membership [...] Read more

Categories: Advocacy, Convention, Councils and Committees, Education and Student Matters, Executive Board, General, Leadership, Outreach, Policies and Governance, Veterinarian Resources, Veterinary Technicians, Volunteering

 

The Best and the Brightest

October 21st, 2009

Our profession is full of people who deserve recognition for their contributions to both animal and human health. And odds are good that you know a few of them. So why not nominate someone for one of the AVMA’s many annual awards?
 For years, the AVMA and the American Veterinary Medical Foundation have presented awards to [...] Read more

Categories: American Veterinary Medical Foundation, Convention, General, Leadership, Volunteering

 

AVMA@Work August 2009

August 25th, 2009

Dear Colleagues,
It’s rarely safe – or smart – to stand on the sidelines when the situation calls for action. When veterinary medicine is in the crosshairs or when the health and welfare of our nation’s animals and people may be at risk, we need to act. Indeed, it is our duty to act.
Two recent situations [...] Read more

Categories: Advocacy, American Veterinary Medical Foundation, Animal Health, Animal Welfare, Drugs and Therapeutics, Executive Board, Food Animals, General, Leadership, Policies and Governance, Scientific Issues, Volunteering, Workforce Issues

 

Convention ‘09

May 20th, 2009

Dear Colleagues,
Got something on your mind? Any thoughts about the state of the AVMA and the veterinary profession?
Well, our Annual Convention is right around the corner, and this gathering of veterinary leaders from around the country presents you with a great opportunity to let your voice be heard.
The AVMA relies on the many viewpoints from [...] Read more

Categories: Advocacy, American Veterinary Medical Foundation, Animal Health, Animal Welfare, Convention, Councils and Committees, Disaster Preparedness, Education and Student Matters, Food Animals, International Issues, Leadership, One Health, Outreach, Policies and Governance, Veterinarian Resources, Volunteering, Workforce Issues

 

Ears to Elbows

February 24th, 2009

Dear Colleagues,
You’ve seen mentions in previous issues of AVMA@Work about our new emphasis on animal welfare issues and the roles veterinarians play on what can often be a crowded stage, sometimes filled with conflict and contentious dialogue. It’s safe to say that you’re going to be seeing more of these items in the future, as [...] Read more

Categories: Advocacy, Animal Health, Animal Welfare, Food Animals, Outreach, Policies and Governance, Volunteering

 

Aardvarks to Zebras

January 23rd, 2009

Dear Colleagues,
How much do you think the public knows about the breadth of veterinary medicine? Do they appreciate – or even understand – how important veterinarians are when it comes to protecting not only animals, but people and the environment, too?
Aardvarks, Zebras, Tom, Rick and Mary
In an effort to promote the vital role veterinarians play [...] Read more

Categories: Advocacy, Convention, Councils and Committees, Education and Student Matters, One Health, Veterinarian Resources, Volunteering

 

Salaries and Service

November 13th, 2008

Dear Colleagues,
As veterinarians, we rely on countless resources to provide animals the best possible care. Take a moment to think about where we’d be without safer drugs and anesthetics, the arthroscope, or ultrasound, MRI and CT technology.
We’re in the resource business here at the AVMA, as well. We’re always looking for new ways to help [...] Read more

Categories: Animal Health, Companion Animals, Food Animals, One Health, Veterinarian Resources, Veterinary Economics, Volunteering