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An inside look at accreditation of veterinary technology programs
The AVMA Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities requires that graduates of CVTEA–accredited veterinary technology programs are…
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The backbone of veterinary technology for 50 years
This July, the AVMA Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities is celebrating its 50th anniversary. The CVTEA accredits educational…
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Help shape the future of veterinary technology education
Are you interested in educational standards for veterinary technicians and open to a challenge? Apply to volunteer with the AVMA Committee on…
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The first veterinary technology program in the U.S.
State University of New York-Delhi established the first veterinary technology program in the U.S. in 1961.
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Alert: EEA Autosuture Circular Stapler with DST Series Technology, 25 mm
Covidien has recalled four models of EEA autosuture circular staplers (25 mm) with DST Series Technology due to potential issues with the staple…
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Quammen anticipates role as AVMA vice president
As the upcoming new AVMA vice president, Dr. Jennifer Quammen hopes to strengthen collaboration between the AVMA and veterinary academia.
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Platform uses facial recognition to reunite lost pets with owners
More than 2,000 lost pets have been reunited with their owners with the help of Petco Love Lost, an online database for lost and found pets that uses…
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Veterinary technicians can not only survive but also thrive in profession
Amy Newfield, director of veterinary nursing leadership for Veterinary Emergency Group, presented “How To Survive as a Veterinary Technician” on Aug.…
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Case report suggests SARS-CoV-2 transmission from cat owners to cat to veterinarian
In Thailand, a cat whose two owners had COVID-19 sneezed in the face of a veterinarian, who later became symptomatic and tested positive for the…
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In Memory – Dec. 22, 2022
Veterinarian obituaries in the “In Memory” section of the Journal of the AVMA, Dec. 22, 2022
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Genomic tests show promise for early detection of canine cancers
Emerging technology in the field of veterinary diagnostics is finding canine cancer in the early stage of the disease, meaning treatment can start…
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Harbor seal aided by noninvasive kidney stone treatment
A harbor seal at the Vancouver Aquarium became one of the early patients for a noninvasive kidney stone treatment that could help humans and animals.
Jennifer Quammen, DVM
Dr. Jennifer Quammen has been a veterinary leader for many years. She has worked as a veterinary technician, associate veterinarian, medical director,…
Coalition for Connected Veterinary Care
AVMA is a lead partner in the Coalition for Connected Veterinary Care, an alliance of veterinary and animal health organizations working to help…
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Auburn gets $24M for research on detection dogs
The Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine will receive $24 million in federal money to study ways to improve the availability and…
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How one clinic improved patient care & efficiency with remote monitors
Check out AVMA’s newest telehealth case study. See how the Charleston Veterinary Referral Center implemented wireless wearable devices to improve…
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South Dakota VMA – Aug. 7-10, 2022
The South Dakota VMA held its 131st annual meeting from Aug. 7-10. The SDVMA presented awards and seated new officials.
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Massachusetts VMA – Oct. 16, 2022
The Massachusetts VMA held a celebration to honor the recipients of its Distinguished Service Award and Merit Awards on Oct. 16, 2022, in Millis.
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Exhibit hall offers space to learn, meet, improve skills
The exhibit hall at AVMA Convention 2022 will have more than 200 booths to browse over three days as well as on-site education and career services.
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PetSmart franchising in-store veterinary practices
PetSmart plans to sell franchise veterinary practices in the company’s stores starting this year under the name of PetSmart Veterinary Services.
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Virginia VMA - Feb. 24-26, 2022
The Virginia VMA held its Virginia Veterinary Conference from Feb. 24-26 in Roanoke. The VVMA presented awards and seated new officials.
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Alabama VMA – June 1-5, 2022
The Alabama VMA held its annual meeting at the Emerald Coast Veterinary Conference from June 1-5 in Miramar Beach, Florida. The ALVMA presented awards…
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AAFP releases consensus statement on treatment of urolithiasis
A new consensus statement from the American Association of Feline Practitioners provides recommendations for the treatment of cystoliths in cats.
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$3.5M gift establishes professorship in applied reproductive medicine
The Rhode Island–based Swiss Village Farm Foundation is giving Tufts University $3.5 million to establish a new professor position in applied…
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Indiana VMA - April 2022
The Indiana VMA presented awards and seated officials at its Crossroads Veterinary Conference, Feb. 3-5 in Noblesville.