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Veterinary students with Arizona ties can apply for scholarships
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation continues to accept applications for several scholarships meant to attract new veterinarians to Arizona.
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AVMF, VPRF pharmacology grant recipients undertake research projects
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) and the Veterinary Pharmacology Research Foundation (VPRF) selected three veterinary researchers as…
Biomedical research
The mission of the AVMA includes the improvement of animal and human health. To fulfill this mission, the AVMA is committed to advancing the science…
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Purina donates $1M to AVMF’s charitable care grant program
Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets announced the launch of its Pro Plan Veterinary Support Mission on January 15 at the 2024 Veterinary Meeting & Expo…
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In Memory: Bishop prioritized advocacy for veterinary medicine
Dr. George W. Bishop, long a devoted leader within the AVMA focused on working in the political arena on behalf of veterinary medicine, has died.
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Delegates update AVMA policies on diets for cats and dogs, animal loss support services
The AVMA House of Delegates (HOD) amended several AVMA policies addressing a range of veterinary-related issues, , from raw diets for dogs and cats,…
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AVMF awarding scholarships to New Jersey veterinary students
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF), in partnership with the Harold Wetterberg Foundation, is once again awarding scholarships to…
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AVMA award nominations due Jan. 24
If you know someone making outstanding contributions to veterinary medicine, there’s still time to nominate them for an AVMA Excellence Award.…
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Massachusetts VMA – October 28, 2023
The Massachusetts VMA (MVMA) held a celebration to honor the recipients of its Distinguished Service and Merit awards on October 28, 2023, in Cape…
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AVMF: Making a positive difference in our communities
2023 has been a milestone year for our Foundation, which celebrated 60 years of service. Working together, we can multiply its reach to create an even…
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Nominations open for 2024 AVMA Excellence awards
Summary: The nomination period is open for the 2024 AVMA Excellence Awards. The awards program recognizes contributions by veterinarians and…
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ACVIM launches fellowship program to encourage discipline mastery
In response to demand for this option, the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) has developed a new fellowship program designed to…
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AVMF application deadlines approach for veteran, other scholarships
An anonymous donation is allowing the American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) to increase the AVMA/AVMF Scholarship for Veterans awards from…
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AVMA initiatives support veterinary technicians and technologists
A new AVMA panel tasked with identifying ways to support veterinary technicians is ready to kick off its work. It’s just one of numerous AVMA…
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Rising from the rubble: Maui wildfire relief efforts continue
Since the Maui wildfires in early August burned large areas of the island, including the city of Lahaina, donations have poured in from around the…
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Rising from the rubble: Maui wildfire relief efforts continue
Since the Maui wildfires in early August burned large areas of the island, including the city of Lahaina, donations have poured in from around the…
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Veterinary technician student scholarship deadline approaching
Applications are due in early October for $2,000 educational scholarships offered for veterinary technician students by the American Veterinary…
Meet the Board candidate: Dr. Michael P. Lent
Candidate: District 9 director - Biographical statement and statement of reason for seeking office.
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Budding researchers gather at Veterinary Scholars Symposium
Hundreds of veterinary students who spent the summer conducting mentored biomedical research as part of the Veterinary Scholars Program came together…
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Maui relief efforts in progress after wildfires
The full impact of the wildfires that ravaged central and western parts of the Hawaiian island of Maui, including the city of Lahaina, beginning on…
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Thanks for the memories, Denver
So many special moments came out of AVMA Convention 2023, held July 14-18 in Denver. Attendees had a chance to network at events such as the…
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Thanks for the memories, Denver
So many special moments came out of AVMA Convention 2023, held July 14-18 in Denver. Attendees had a chance to network at events such as the…
American Veterinary Medical Foundation sending $30,000 to aid Maui wildfire relief efforts
In response to the devastating fires on the island of Maui, the American Veterinary Medical Foundation – the philanthropic arm of the American…
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Four veterinary scientists recognized with AVMA research awards
The AVMA honored Drs. Jim E. Riviere, Nicholas (Nick) Jeffery, Natasha Olby, and Boaz Arzi with 2023 AVMA Excellence Awards for contributions to…