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Court dismisses challenge to Texas in-person veterinarian-client-patient relationship requirement
A federal district court has again upheld provisions of a Texas veterinary practice act mandating that a veterinary-client-patient relationship (VCPR)…
Disease Risks for People at Dog Social Events
People attending dog social events can be at risk of zoonotic diseases, which are diseases that spread from animals to people. Some of these diseases…
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Leadership tool kit targets young veterinarians
Posted on February 27, 2013 The 2011-2012 class of the AVMA Future Leaders Program has launched an online tool kit for veterinarians who are…
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In Short
Zoetis Inc. researchers plan to develop immunotherapies for livestock in a 3,000-square-foot laboratory at Colorado State University's biological…
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Minimum penalties required for soring violations
The Department of Agriculture has tightened its enforcement of the Horse Protection Act in an effort to stop the practice of
Veterinary Debt Initiative
The Veterinary Debt Initiative works to enhance financial literacy, reduce the cost of education, and create tools to help veterinarians reduce and…
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Cultivating our next generation of veterinary leaders
President’s Column: Dr. Mike Topper As an ROTC student at the University of Georgia many years ago, my fellow cadets and I occasionally traveled to…
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Resolve to share New Year’s resolutions with pet owners
You’ve made resolutions for yourself and your business to support personal wellbeing and practice success in the coming year. Now spread the love and…
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Patterson-Kane joins AVMA Animal Welfare Division
Emily Patterson-Kane, PhD, has accepted the position of animal welfare scientist in the AVMA Animal Welfare Division.
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WSAVA publishes global guidelines for professional wellness
The World Small Animal Veterinary Association has developed new global guidelines for professional wellness which provide an overview of the factors…
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Turtle producers fighting in the courts and Capitol to sell hatchlings
Louisiana turtle farmers and lawmakers are trying to end a federal ban on domestic pet turtle hatchling sales.
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Meritorious Service Award goes to Phillip Nelson
This year’s AVMA Meritorious Service Award recipient is Dr. Phillip D. Nelson. He stepped down in September 2022 as dean of Western University of…
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More than a veterinarian
JAVMA News spoke with several veterinarians who have side hustles about the work they do outside of clinical practice and how doing this works helps…
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AVMA offers free online CE with new webinar series
The AVMA has announced a new webinar series to offer online continuing education covering topics requested by members.
Veterinarians donate artwork to raise funds for The Street Dog Coalition during the AVMA convention; Proceeds matched by Hill's Pet Nutrition
During the American Veterinary Medical Association's recent annual Convention, veterinarians donated personal artwork through the VETartNow initiative…
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Changing the world with an embryo
Over the past 50 years, Dr. Ralph L. Brinster has developed revolutionary techniques and experiments that have advanced the field of genetics
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Educational booklet promotes healthy animals
Mixed and large animal practitioners who interact with agriculture-related programs at high schools may be interested in a new
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AAHA Connexity takes on topics that keep veterinarians up at night
The American Animal Hospital Association took a radically new approach to its annual conference this year,
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New fellowship aims to increase practice ownership
Harbor.vet by Suveto announced that it is launching a new veterinary business fellowship to assist recent graduates in achieving practice ownership.
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Mapping our way to quick disaster response
Across the country, agencies are developing layered geographic information system (GIS) maps in the event of an agricultural emergency
Stay informed about AVMA advocacy
Stay up-to-date on legislation and regulations affecting veterinary medicine, and know how you can have an impact.
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Executive Board acts to enhance certification process
posted September 1, 2004 Measures will advance ECFVG process The 2003-2004 AVMA Executive Board held its…
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AASP honors dedication, achievements
Special achievements were honored by the AASP during an awards ceremony, March 13
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Efforts evolve on how to address educational debt
The Veterinary Debt Initiative is an outgrowth of the Fix the Debt summit,
How to be a great leader at work
Enhancing your leadership roles at work can help you in your career, and strengthen your veterinary work team’s efficiency and your business.