AVMA News
JUNE 24, 2024
Veterinary hospitals have raised prices to keep up with rising labor costs and inflation. But Terrence O’Neil, a partner at the accounting firm Katz, Sapper & Miller (KSM), says the disposable income people have to spend on veterinary care is not there. So what do hospitals need to do? Get more efficient.
10,000 Birds
JUNE 26, 2024
I have always found the question about which of the two superpowers to choose – to be able to fly, or to be invisible – an intriguing one. For me, it has come down to a choice between extroversion – flying – and introversion – invisibility. How to answer this question from a birder’s perspective? My hunch is that most birders are more on the introversion side of the whole spectrum, though I am sure there are many exceptions to this (hello Peter!).
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AVMA News
JUNE 23, 2024
Drs. Mary Ergen, a small animal practitioner from suburban Nashville, Tennessee, and Jennifer Quammen, chief veterinary officer of a veterinary technology company from Walton, Kentucky, are running for 2025-26 AVMA president-elect. They announced their candidacies on Friday, the final day of the regular annual session of the AVMA House of Delegates (HOD) in Austin, Texas.
10,000 Birds
JUNE 23, 2024
I associate different times of the year with particular birds and bird movements. In some cases, I have been following these events since childhood and they have become a part of my life. One such period has just started and will continue into September. As the climatic conditions over the Mediterranean become stable in the summer months, the water column becomes very stratified and little nutrient and plankton gets to the surface.
Reddit Animals
JUNE 26, 2024
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AVMA News
JUNE 24, 2024
On Sunday, the AVMA’s Unsung Heroes program honored five staff members at the Austin Urban Vet Center in Austin, Texas, during AVMA Convention 2024 for their dedication and hard work in sustaining the smooth functioning of veterinary practices.
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AVMA News
JUNE 23, 2024
Dr. Todd T. French, a Department of Defense advisor, says using the human-animal bond to promote wellbeing during stressful events is an overlooked recovery resource that may be particularly beneficial in a work environment where mental acuity is critical and burnout is common.
AVMA News
JUNE 24, 2024
Avenues for veterinarians to promote One Health—be it as a career or lifestyle—will be discussed during the Global Health Summit on June 24 at the AVMA Convention 2024 in Austin, Texas.
AVMA News
JUNE 23, 2024
The AVMA House of Delegates (HOD) on Friday voted to approve revisions to the Principles of Veterinary Medical Ethics (PVME) and a policy on the transport of animals during its regular annual session in Austin, Texas, held concurrently with AVMA Convention 2024.
AVMA News
JUNE 21, 2024
The AVMA Board of Directors on Wednesday hosted several foreign veterinary dignitaries at the Iron Cactus restaurant to talk about the state of veterinary medicine worldwide ahead of AVMA Convention 2024.
AVMA News
JUNE 24, 2024
Dr. Robert Knapp was elected 2024-25 AVMA Board of Directors (BOD) chair during the Board’s June 23 meeting in Austin, Texas. Dr. Sandy Willis was elected 2024-25 Board vice chair.
AVMA News
JUNE 22, 2024
During the Food Festival on Friday at AVMA Convention 2024, in Austin, Texas, the AVMA commissioned local Austin artist, Samara Barks, also known as Mixed Hues, to create a one-of-a-kind piece of artwork to celebrate Juneteenth.
AVMA News
JUNE 24, 2024
Two AVMA awards will be presented today at a reception following the AVMA Global Health Summit at AVMA Convention 2024 in Austin, Texas: the AVMA Global Veterinary Service Award and AVMA Public Service Award.
AVMA News
JUNE 24, 2024
Earvin “Magic” Johnson, one of the best NBA players of all time, delivered the AVMA Keynote on Saturday at AVMA Convention 2024 in Austin, Texas. He told the audience, “If you don’t dream it, you can’t become it.
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AVMA News
JUNE 23, 2024
The exhibit hall at AVMA Convention 2024 in Austin, Texas, is so big that a giant pair of scissors and an AVMA president were needed to open it. Convention attendees flooded into the hall once 2023-24 AVMA President Rena Carlson officially o 100 6612 100 6612 0 0 13676 0 --:--:-- --:--:-- --:--:-- 13661 100 6612 100 6612 0 0 13674 0 --:--:-- --:--:-- --:--:-- 13661 pened the space Saturday in the Austin Convention Center.
AVMA News
JUNE 22, 2024
The AVMA House of Delegates has elected Drs. Michael Q. Bailey and Gary A. Marshall as 2024-25 AVMA president-elect and AVMA vice president, respectively.
AVMA News
JUNE 21, 2024
AVMA Convention 2024, taking place June 21-25 in Austin, Texas, promises a wealth of networking and educational opportunities, including robust programming centered on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), from special events to informative panels to continuing education (CE) sessions.
AVMA News
JUNE 22, 2024
The late Dr. Bishop will be honored posthumously with The AVMA Award today during the keynote at AVMA Convention 2024 in Austin, Texas. The award recognizes contributions to the advancement of veterinary medicine in its organizational aspects.
AVMA News
JUNE 22, 2024
AVMA leaders discussed professional liability concerns and related issues Thursday during the AVMA House of Delegates’ (HOD) Veterinary Information Forum, including the program sponsored by the AVMA Professional Liability Insurance Trust (AVMA PLIT).
AVMA News
JUNE 24, 2024
Attendees at Saturday’s Live Life, Love All event at Bull & Bown on Sixth Street were able to control the music delivered straight to their headsets from live DJs during a silent disco. They also had the chance to try duckpin bowling, private karaoke rooms, arcade games, and mechanical bull riding.
AVMA News
JUNE 22, 2024
A Dog Aging Project study of owner-reported feeding choices explored the interplay of demographic factors, diet type, and health outcomes. Dr. Janice S. O’Brien, a research team member with the Dog Aging Project, presented the session “Feeding Choices Owners Make: Early Findings from the Dog Aging Project” on Friday at AVMA Convention 2024 in Austin, Texas.
AVMA News
JUNE 22, 2024
The AVMA is presenting four awards today at AVMA Convention 2024 in Austin, Texas, to recognize work with the human-animal bond, animal welfare, and contributing to the positive visibility of the profession.
AVMA News
JUNE 22, 2024
Earvin “Magic” Johnson, one of 100 6850 100 6850 0 0 9899 0 --:--:-- --:--:-- --:--:-- 9898 100 6850 100 6850 0 0 9898 0 --:--:-- --:--:-- --:--:-- 9898 the best NBA players of all time, will deliver the AVMA Keynote at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 22, at AVMA Convention 2024, being held in Austin, Texas. The talk is sponsored by Hill’s Pet Nutrition in partnership with the AVMA Trusts.
AVMA News
JUNE 24, 2024
The good news is Dr. Google’s days appear to be numbered. The bad news is Dr. Google is being replaced by the superior ChatGPT, an artificial intelligence (AI) language model trained on vast amounts of data and designed to give human-like text responses to user questions.
AVMA News
JUNE 21, 2024
AVMA Convention 2024 is taking place June 21-25 in Austin, Texas, a vibrant city known for excellent food, amazing music, and eccentric sights. It’s also perfect for kids and adults alike with plenty of hidden gems and popular hangouts. Here are eight Austin attractions to try that appeal to all ages.
AVMA News
JUNE 22, 2024
The AVMA is working diligently on preserving practitioners’ ability to exercise their professional judgement and prepare for the future. In addition to professional liability, AVMA leaders on Thursday discussed the Association’s Model Veterinary Practice Act and the use of technology during the AVMA House of Delegates’ Veterinary Information Forum.
Speaker: Steve Romanco
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AVMA News
JUNE 21, 2024
Make the most of your AVMA Convention 2024 experience by partaking in the local sites and sounds that make Austin, Texas, such a great destination. The convention, taking place June 21-25, is located in the heart of the city at the Austin Convention Center. Here are 10 exciting attractions to experience while you’re in town.
AVMA News
JUNE 21, 2024
Dr. Sandra Faeh promises that as 2024-25 AVMA president she will maintain the priorities set by Association leadership and continue prioritizing AVMA member interests. Dr. Faeh is speaking today during the regular annual session of the AVMA House of Delegates (HOD) in Austin, Texas.
AVMA News
JUNE 24, 2024
The AVMA House of Delegates on Thursday heard from colleagues representing agencies and organizations responding to a multistate outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), specifically avian influenza virus type A (H5N1). Speakers covered the current state of affairs and the challenges veterinarians in the poultry and dairy industries are facing, as well the efforts being taken to protect public and animal health.
AVMA News
JUNE 21, 2024
AVMA Convention 2024 offers a slate of educational sessions and events devoted to making the most of a career in veterinary medicine.
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