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Rabies control documents changed
The Executive Board has approved changes to various documents pertaining to rabies control.
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Council, trust, committee, board nominations invited
Nominations are invited for 16 AVMA council vacancies
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Kill the veterinary practice to save it
The exponential growth of technology and changing consumer demand are driving a paradigm shift in the way workplaces are run.
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East meets West, again
A delegation representing China’s veterinary profession spent two weeks this spring in the United States as guests of the AVMA, learning how the…
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Reflecting on another remarkable year…
In his final President’s Column, Dr. José Arce celebrates the highlights of his year as AVMA president - and celebrates the accomplishments of the…
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A research facility ahead of its time
The state-of-the-art National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility, based in the nation’s heartland, is arguably the most advanced animal agriculture…
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Environmental sustainability resources for veterinary workplaces sought by delegates
The AVMA House of Delegates (HOD) has asked the Board of Directors (BOD) to consider having the AVMA develop resources for its members that promote…
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Delegates pass policies on raw milk, drugs, agricultural animals
The AVMA House of Delegates revised the AVMA policy on “Raw Milk” for clarity and accuracy, and an HOD reference committee requested that educational…
Council on Education
The AVMA Council on Education accredits DVM and equivalent educational programs, assuring that they meet or exceed minimum standards in veterinary…
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Coalition of veterinary groups launch telehealth initiative
The Coalition for Connected Veterinary Care launched at AVMA Convention 2022. It will develop education and resources to help veterinarians integrate…
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Executive Board acts on broad range of proposals
As reported in the May 15, 2007, JAVMA News, the Executive Board acted on more than 150 agenda items during its April meeting.
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AVMA Board approves WVA Congress bid
The AVMA Board of Directors voted to approve submitting a letter of intent to host the 2022 World Veterinary Association Congress.
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AVMA Board elects Donlin as new CEO
Dr. Janet Donlin returns to the AVMA in September, this time in the Association’s top staff leadership spot
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AVMA hosts members of Congress for briefing on disease center
An AVMA announcement indicates more than 100 lawmakers and congressional staff members attended the Sept. 16 virtual meeting.
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Unsung Heroes awards acknowledge veterinary staff members’ contributions
Veterinary practices couldn’t function without staff members there to nurse patients back to health, deal with client concerns and scheduling, and…
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SAVMA president keeping her options open
Kyre Larrabee learned at an early age about the importance of caring for animals.
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Shift your perspective to hone leadership skills
Applying the platinum rule—treat others the way they want to be treated—requires the ability to meet people where they are. Dialectical behavior…
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People to people
Veterinarians, veterinary students, veterinary technicians, and veterinary staff looking to bone up on how to treat backyard chickens or honeybees,…
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AVMA leaders to discuss model practice act, principles of ethics
During the upcoming Veterinary Information Forum, the AVMA House of Delegates will discuss topics arising from the scheduled review of the AVMA Model…
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Enhancing collaboration with our overseas veterinary partners
International relationships give the AVMA an even stronger voice as we advocate in the United States and around the world for the importance of…
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Association strengthens policy on extractive industries
The AVMA has bolstered its policy on extraction of gas, oil, and minerals to support responsible practices that minimize negative impacts on animals,…
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Convention reflects changes
AVMA Convention 2016, held Aug. 5-9, came and went, and from it conventiongoers walked away with continuing education they can apply at work, better…
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20/20 foresight
The AVMA should allow various levels of membership for veterinarians to accommodate different levels of participation, according to recommendations in…
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Though COVID-19 cases rare in pets, testing is available
Veterinarians can test for the COVID-19 virus in animals, but whether and when they should still remain issues. At press time in late April, only a…
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Nation's top veterinarians assemble around AVMA President's Roundtable
The AVMA is in a position to influence our profession by working with people who are movers and shakers in (homeland security and defense)