How does a veterinary practice get all employees to focus on adopting best-practice preventive healthcare guidelines for use in everyday practice? Animal Family Veterinary Care Center in Davenport, Iowa, met that challenge with the help of a suite of free … read more
AVMA members arrive home from Antarctic expedition with renewed passion
It’s not every day that veterinarians have the opportunity to explore Antarctica, but that’s exactly what Drs. Elisa Harvey and Jill Lynn did earlier this year. Along with nearly 80 other women with scientific backgrounds, Drs. Harvey and Lynn participated … read more
Asked and Answered: Online CE from your trusted source
When we talk with our members, you consistently tell us how much you love AVMA-provided CE. Our instructors and curricula are second to none, and our unwavering commitment to advance the veterinary profession lets you know you can trust us … read more
License portability, student debt and globalization: Give us your opinion
Should veterinarians be allowed greater licensure portability to provide our critical services? What can we do to address veterinary student debt? What role should the AVMA play internationally? We want your input as the AVMA House of Delegates prepares to … read more
In-person consult to establish VCPR is key, even for telemedicine
Telemedicine provides tremendous opportunity for veterinarians to reach more patients, improve the quality of care, and offer added convenience to clients. But it should start with an in-person consultation to establish a Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship (VCPR). This is partly a legal … read more
Taking on the world with O.A.R.
Jam band to headline concert at AVMA Convention 2018 If you haven’t already decided to join us in Denver for AVMA Convention 2018, here’s some news to help you make up your mind: The popular jam band O.A.R. will headline … read more
New commission will help shape the future of veterinary medicine
Veterinary medicine today faces both big opportunities and complex challenges. A new group called the Veterinary Futures Commission is working to provide the focus and multidisciplinary perspective needed to guide our profession forward. Convened jointly by the AVMA and the … read more
Meet the winners!
Three veterinary awards announced during National Pet Week® There’s no better time than National Pet Week® to recognize accomplishments in the fields of animal welfare and human-animal interactions. We’re proud to take this opportunity to announce the winners of three … read more
Prescription mandates: new bill, same problems
For several consecutive congressional sessions, the AVMA has led the charge to defeat legislation that would require veterinarians to provide written copies of all prescriptions for companion animals – even if not requested or wanted by the client. The misleadingly … read more
Strong and sustainable partnerships protect, promote and advance your interests
President’s Column: Dr. Mike Topper The AVMA is privileged to have a long, rich history of supporting veterinarians and the veterinary profession. We can make even greater strides in advancing animal and human health by working together as a community. … read more
