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CE to build your business: Attend the AVMA Economic Summit on demand
There’s still plenty of time to sign up and watch the AVMA Economic Summit on demand. Learn practical strategies and tools to transform your business and thrive in today’s veterinary landscape. Recorded sessions are available on AVMA Axon through January…
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Pet populations are on the way up
Over the next 10 years the number of dogs and cats in the U.S. is expected to increase substantially. What will this mean for the veterinary profession?
DOT issues final rule on air travel with service animals
Strong veterinary influence is apparent in the new rule issued by the U.S. Department of Transportation related to transporting service and emotional support animals under the Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA).
20th annual Animal Welfare Assessment Contest announces winners
The 20th annual Animal Welfare Assessment Contest gave undergraduates, graduate students, veterinary students, AVMA member veterinarians, and members of foreign veterinary medical associations the opportunity to virtually assess the welfare of two captive animal species based on multiple aspects of…
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AVMA membership hits record 96,500
Read highlights from the AVMA Board’s recent November meeting.
Veterinarians succeed in federal and state elections
Eleven veterinarians were elected to federal and state offices around the nation on November 3. They’ll bring a unique veterinary perspective as they craft public policy.
New commission to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion
AVMA and the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) are joining forces to drive change to make the veterinary profession more diverse, equitable, and inclusive. The two organizations today announced formation of a commission that will lead a coordinated…
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How to simplify and optimize purchasing
Direct Connect is a powerful, free, member-exclusive tool that simplifies and optimizes the purchasing process for veterinary practices. Learn how to use it to increase profitability and make your purchasing more strategic.
New report highlights growth, opportunities in veterinary profession
Newly released data show strong growth and continued demographic shifts in the veterinary profession in 2019. AVMA’s annual State of the Profession report also looks at the early impacts of COVID-19. The report is free for all AVMA members.
Honor and thank a colleague with an AVMA award nomination
From animal welfare to clinical practice, and from research to public service, AVMA Excellence Awards honor those whose contributions have made a difference in the lives of animals and people. And they’re powered by you – because we rely on…
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