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Zoetis and AAVMC seek applications for 2017 veterinary school scholarships
Application period for Zoetis Veterinary Student Scholarship Award runs through November 30, 2016.
Starting salaries are up! (Let's not get too excited)
Rising demand for veterinary services should not lead to a call for more veterinarians. Here's why.
COE responds to perceived conflict of interest
The Council on Education responds to post that explains the root of their problems.
The war on pugs (and other brachycephalic breeds)
The British Veterinary Association calls out the industry for helping in buying and breeding "flat-nosed" dogs.
You can help research pet obesity
A pet obesity organization is asking U.S. veterinary hospitals to collect and send in pet weight information for the 10th Annual Pet Obesity Awareness Day survey Oct. 12.
New tool compares cost of veterinary schools for students
The interactive tool from the AAVMC compares factors affecting the total cost of attending veterinary school, including in-state and out-of-state tuition and average size of scholarship awards.
Gallery: Nine finalists for Practice Manager of the Year
It's CVC Kansas City time, and we've got all the details on the finalists for the dvm360/VHMA Practice Manager of the Year contest.
A response from the AVMA on veterinary medicine's gender wage gap
Association counters claims in post asserting that the AVMA isn't serious about discrimination against women.
AVMA COE halts plan for new veterinary school in Arizona
DEK Accrediting body tells University of Arizona it needs to see more details; interim dean says the information is already there, school will appeal decision.
AVMA names Janet Donlin as executive vice president/CEO
Donlin, succeeding Ron DeHaven, is the first woman to fill the position.
Animal Medical Center's chief medical officer appointed to Global Lyme Alliance board
Richard E. Goldstein, will serve on the Scientific Advisory Board as its only veterinarian.
AAHA publishes guidelines on managing cancer in dogs and cats
The new oncology guidelines will help ensure veterinary patients benefit from the correct diagnosis and optimal treatment to maintain the best quality of life possible.
AVMA seeks nominations for committee on antimicrobials
New group aims to focus veterinary resources, promote timeliness in decisions regarding antimicrobials.
Bob Froehlich, founder of Summit Veterinary Advisors, dies at 73
Renowned veterinarian, business expert contributed to the profession as a practitioner, owner, consultant and teacher.
Veterinary debt-to-income ratios: What would happen in a recession?
Numerous factors could jeopardize efforts to restore sustainability.
Lorin Warnick named Dean of Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine
Lorin Warnick, DVM, Ph. D., is appointed dean after serving one year as interim dean.
Lonnie King appointed chair of Appalachia advisory board
The former veterinary school dean will work to improve animal health issues.
Come together, right now, over debt
Fix the Debt summit calls on all stakeholders in the veterinary field to be a part of student debt solution.
AVMA accreditation council extends Tuskegees probation period
Veterinary school has one outstanding major deficiency to correct before being awarded full accreditation. tu
AAHA study: Clinic culture affects veterinary practice success
Associations research reveals that relationships matter within a practice.
Karen Bradley elected to AVMA board of directors
Bradley will represent district 1 and begin term in August.
Holistic veterinarians: Pet owners report hemp products helpful in relieving pain
62 percent of veterinarians consulted were positive about consumption.
Can we quantify the true cost of veterinary student debt?
The burden of paying down student debt early in their careers plays a significant role in new graduates' lifestyle satisfaction.
Commentary response: Distributive teaching model has doneand will donothing for veterinary medicines high standards
Dr. Peter Eyres parallels to study in human medicine miss the mark.
AVMA CEO Ron DeHaven to retire this summer
Executives involvement with the association began nearly a decade ago.
Virginia Techs Dr. Nathaniel A. White honored by AAEP
White was awarded the Distinguished Life Member Award for his leadership and substantial volunteerism during his 43 years of membership.
Veterinary insurer AVMA GHLIT rebrands as AVMA LIFE
AVMA LIFE aims to reassert itself as the personal insurance network designed specifically for veterinarians.
AVMAs updated feral and free-roaming cats policy comes with emphasis on collaboration
As no consensus was reached after two years of discussion between groups on how to humanely reduce the populations of these cats, AVMA encourages more research.
AVMA veterinary economist warns of education problems ahead
Opening new veterinary schools could bring about lower than optimal applicant-to-seat ratio.
The year ahead: Are we headed for another recession?
Take a look at economic indicators so your veterinary practice is prepared.