It isn’t often that the AVMA makes a splash in Times Square, but we can now say that we’ve arrived. The AVMA and Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant collaborated on a public-service announcement that is airing on the CBS JumboTron Super Screen in the Big Apple. The message? That improper disposal of medications can be harmful to [...]
Categories: Drugs and Vaccines, Environmental Issues, One Health, Outreach
From animal welfare issues to the state of veterinary economics, our AVMA bloggers have you – and the issues – covered. Our team of 22 bloggers continues to grow as the association constantly looks for ways to keep you better informed about what we do and why we do it. An added benefit of reading [...]
Above the printers in the AVMA Communications Division is a sign that reads, “Do you REALLY need to print that document?” It’s above the paper recycling bin and right next to the sign that says, “You have legs…please use them to get more paper when the drawer is empty.” In our efforts to be more [...]
Categories: General
As an AVMA Annual Convention attendee, have you ever wondered what it’s like to be on the other side of the lectern, being the one who presents the material instead of the one enjoying it from the audience? Well, here’s your chance. The AVMA is seeking proposals from veterinary professionals and other individuals who would [...]
Categories: Continuing Education, Convention
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation does a lot of great things for animals and the veterinary community. From offering financial assistance in times of disaster and emergency, to funding veterinary scholarships and animal-health studies, the AVMF’s efforts span the spectrum of veterinary philanthropy. The foundation’s efforts wouldn’t be possible without the generous financial support of [...]
Categories: American Veterinary Medical Foundation, Animal Health
Managing your career or finding the best opportunities to advance your veterinary experiences can be daunting. But fear not! The AVMA has tools to help. Start by visiting the AVMA Veterinary Career Center (VCC). This free, online job board contains hundreds of open positions that you can search 24/7, and it includes postings for the [...]
Categories: Education and Student Matters, Practice Management, Veterinarian Resources
The year 2012 promises to be a turning point for the veterinary medical profession and the AVMA. As AVMA president, I spend a lot of time scheduling travel to regional, national and international meetings, as well as responding to e-mails. However, the majority of my time is spent listening to member concerns through a variety of methods [...]
Categories: AVMA Leadership, Education and Student Matters, Veterinary Economics
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