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Jessica Petrakovsky*, and Andrea Antonuci

The concept of "One Health" starts from the awareness of the important possibilities that exist to protect public health through policies aimed at preventing and controlling the pathogens present in animal populations, acting at the interface between people, animals and the environment. Controlling zoonotic pathogens at their animal source is the most effective and economic way of protecting people. A "One Health" approach to leptospirosis control is essential because human infection almost invariably results either from direct animal exposure or from contaminated environments. Leptospirosis is a zoonosis of worldwide distribution. It is to be controlled because it is extremely difficult to eradicate. The prevention of animal leptospirosis directly impacts the incidence/prevalence of the human disease. The main control measures in veterinary medicine are vaccination, hygienic-sanitary measures and epidemiological surveillance. Veterinary Services, in both their public and private components, play an essential role in the development and implementation of policies to manage animal health risks. In conclusion, the control of zoonoses requires the joint work of several sectors, which involve human and animal public health, contemplating the care of the environment.

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Marina Pinheiro de Castro, Fabiano Borges Figueiredo, Ilana Teruskin Balassiano, Tatiane Mendes Varela, and Martha Maria Pereira*

Leptospirosis is a worldwide zoonosis which has been recently recognized as a paradigm to the One Health approach due to the interface of human-animal-environment observed in the transmission cycles. A total of 40 opossums identified as Didelphis aurita were captured at the Campus FIOCRUZ within the Atlantic Forest, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to evaluate their possible role as carriers of Leptospira spp. The 40 serum samples were submitted to the microagglutination test using a panel of 19 reference strains. Kidney fragments of 13 animals out of 40 were used to perform PCR and standard procedures to isolate leptospires in culture. The percentage of positive sera was 10% (4 out of 40). The PCR showed 4 positive kidney samples out of 13 (31%). Two strains were isolated in culture medium (15.4%). Multilocus sequence typing (MLST) analysis of both isolates did not show a 100% match with any other sequence types deposited at the database used (http://pubmlst.org/leptospira/). The closest match of one isolate was with ST 177 represented by one strain of L. santarosai and the closest match of the other isolate was with STs 166 and 171 represented by strains of L. noguchii. It is the first report indicating the potential of opossums Didelphis aurita as a carrier of Leptospira spp.

Joao Carlos Gomes Borges*, Danielle dos Santos Lima, Vitor Luz Carvalho, Miriam Marmontel, Rodrigo de Souza Amaral, Stella Maris Lazzarini, Victor Fernando Santana Lima, and Leucio Camara Alves

Infections caused by Cryptosporidium and Giardia are among the main gastro enteric diseases affecting a large number of animals and humans. Oftentimes the disease is asymptomatic, which may render the diagnosis involving aquatic mammals difficult. The aim of this study was to evaluate the use of an immunological technique with parasitological methods in the diagnosis of Cryptosporidium and Giardia in aquatic mammals. A total of 553 fecal samples and intestinal contents of mustelids, cetaceans and sirenians were submitted to laboratory processing. Cryptosporidium oocysts were identified with Kinyouns technique. Giardia cysts were identified using the centrifugation-flotation method. All samples underwent immunological tests through direct immunofluorescent antibody (DFA). The Kappa Index k was used to measure the agreement between techniques used for the detection of each parasite addressed in this study. Sensitivity, specificity, real prevalence, estimated prevalence, positive predictive value, negative predictive value, correct classification and incorrect classification were evaluated. Cryptosporidium were found in Pteronurabrasiliensis [10/24 (41.66%)], Trichechus inunguis [22/131 (16.79%), Lontra longicaudis [48/314 (15.28%)], Trichechus manatus [04/29 (13.79%)] and Sotalia guianensis [03/31 (9.67%)]. Giardia was identified in Kogia breviceps [01/01 (100%)], Pteronurabrasiliensis [07/24 (29.16%)], Kogia sima [01/04 (25%)], Trichechus manatus [04/29 (13.79%)], Sotalia guianensis [03/31 (9.67%)], Lontra longicaudis [30/314 (9.55%)] and Trichechusinunguis [05/131 (3.81%)]. The k value for the diagnosis of Cryptosporidium was 0.86; for Giardia cysts the k-value was 0.27. Therefore, the direct immunofluorescent technique demonstrated greater sensitivity both in the diagnosis of Cryptosporidium and Giardia where the combination of more than one laboratory technique is recommended.

SP Angel, JP Amitha, VP Rashamol, GD Vandana, ST Savitha, A Afsal, M Bagath, G Krishnan, and V Sejian*

Climate change has far-reaching consequences on several sectors of agriculture. Cattle production within animal agriculture is one of the most susceptible sectors for the devastating effects of climate change. Climate change associated heat stress negatively impacts cattle production both directly and indirectly. Heat stress reduces the feed intake which ultimately reduces the body weight, average daily gain and body condition scoring in cattle. Further, heat stress associated reduced feed intake also affects the milk production, meat production and reproduction in cattle. The high producing cattle are more vulnerable to heat stress than the low producing animals. Livestock exhibits a wide range of adaptive mechanisms to cope with environmental challenges. The classical adaptive mechanisms include morphological, behavioral, physiological, neuroendocrine, blood biochemical and cellular responses that act in coordination to promote the welfare and favour their survival in a specific environment. The detailed studies on these adaptive mechanisms have identified respiration rate, rectal temperature, Hb, PCV, cortisol, thyroid hormones to be reliable phenotypic markers and HSP70 as a confirmatory genotypic biomarker to assess the impact of heat stress in dairy cattle.

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Nihal Dogan*

Background: Enteric protozoon infections in children are related to morbidity and mortality in the worldwide. Cryptosporidiumspp. is a zoonotic infection, now being recognized as a significant cause of diarrhea in both immunocompetent and immunocompromised hosts. Current modes of cryptosporidiosis diagnosis involve procedures which are costly and require both a well-equipped laboratory and technical expertise. Our aim was to evaluate the performances of the unidentified Cryptosporidium spp. presence during routine parasitological examinations and diagnostic methods. Methods: 1050 stool samples were collected in children who visited the University hospital with abdominal pain and diarrhea complaints, and additionally selected from seven different regions in primary school students. All stool specimens were examined macroscopically and microscopically by direct microscopic examination, and also were examined by Modified ZiehlNeelsen [mZN] staining method. Enzyme Immuno Assay [EIA] and Multiplex PCR methods could only be used in 450 stool specimens selected from samples showing suspect cyst structures and watery stool specimens on direct microscopic examinations [to the extent that is possible].Results: We detected, that of the 450 stool specimens examined by mZN stain with microscopic examination 39 [3.7%] are defined Cryptosporidium. Spp oocysts. Working on 450 stool samples with ELISA and multiplex PCR results respectively; in 28 [7.5%] by ELISA, and in 2 [0.4 %] by Multiplex PCR is defined positive Cryptosporidium spp ..Only 2 cases with positive results were detected with 3 methods used in the diagnosis.Conclusions: Microscopy is the reference standard method for routine diagnosis in stool intestinal parasites, but it requires experience. There are growing interests in the alternative methods due to the limitations of microscopic examination since it requires more time and experienced users. At least two methods must be used together for the diagnosis and attention should be paid to the selection and implementation of the methods.

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Depending on the college, veterinary technology is a 2- or 4-year program that may be found at community colleges, technical schools and 4-year colleges and universities. Veterinary medicine programs are found exclusively at 4-year colleges and universities. The Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) is a 4-year, postgraduate program that might be called a medical school for students who want to treat animals instead of humans.

Veterinary technology programs are 2- or 4-year programs, while veterinary medicine programs are found only at 4-year colleges and universities. A student should consider their career goals to determine which program is best suited for them.

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When choosing a program, students may want to consider their career goals. Here are some things to consider when choosing a veterinary program:

Students examine the biological processes of animals and learn basic animal care. They also are required to complete clinical rotations or work experiences in an animal hospital or clinic.

To be accepted into a DVM program, a student must have documented experience working with animals, as well as a minimum of 60 college-level credit hours. The program includes coursework and clinical experiences. Toward the end of the program, students complete clinical rotations in different areas of veterinary medicine.

Students who wish to pursue a career in the veterinary field have options for associate's and bachelor's degree programs in veterinary technology, or a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from an accredited four year school. The specialty they wish to have, school accreditation and school location are all factors which will guide the selection of a college.

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At Cambridge, you study the basic veterinary sciences first before learning to apply that knowledge to veterinary practice as a clinical student.

During your pre-clinical studies (Years 1-3), you are taught through lectures and practical classes (including 120 hours of dissection across the three years) in the central science departments, and College supervisions you can typically expect 20-25 timetabled teaching hours each week. The clinical studies teaching is a mixture of lectures (in Years 4 and 5), practicals, tutorials, supervisions and clinical rotations.

In addition, you must complete a minimum of 12 weeks work experience (pre-clinical extramural study) during the University vacations in Years 1 and 2 to gain knowledge of animal husbandry. During your clinical studies, you must complete at least 26 weeks of clinical extramural study, some of which may be undertaken abroad. You are supported in the activities by your Vet School Clinical Supervisor.

Your progress is continually reviewed by your supervisors and your Director of Studies. Formal assessment, which determines your progression through the course, takes a variety of forms including written essays, short answer questions and practical examinations.

In Years 1 and 2, you are taught the core scientific knowledge and skills needed as a veterinary professional.

Taught by some of the worlds top academic scientists and veterinary surgeons, we provide you with the scientific and practical basis that will allow you to develop your veterinary career to the full, whether your aim is to deliver outstanding care or to push forward the boundaries of academic veterinary medicine.

In addition to core science, you follow the Preparing for the Veterinary Profession course (an introduction to the ethical, social and professional responsibilities of the profession) and courses in animal handling and management.

The main areas of learning are covered by courses in:

Read more about Years 1 and 2 on the Faculty of Biology website.

You specialise in one of a wide range of other subjects offered by the University to qualify for the BA degree. Options include:

This is a feature distinctive to our course and one which offers significant advantages to our undergraduates. As well as considerable satisfaction and enjoyment, this extra year has been pivotal to many graduates career progression and all benefit from the global recognition of the Cambridge BA. You then continue to the three years of clinical studies at the Department of Veterinary Medicine, which is just a short walk or bike ride from the city centre.

The emphasis of the clinical studies is to give you sufficient clinical knowledge and skills to begin to practise veterinary medicine (day one competencies) and also to provide you with the scientific background you need to benefit from future trends and advances in veterinary medicine.

In Year 4, you study topics including:

You also learn about veterinary public health, including food hygiene, state veterinary medicine and the medicine of rabbits, rodents, reptiles and birds.

Clinical tuition begins with basic clinical methods and integrated teaching in the husbandry/management and medicine of horses and farm species. Two mornings each week are given over to practical clinical work including basic clinical examination of the main domestic species, radiography and post-mortem investigation. You also develop a range of technical and practice-related skills in the Clinical Skills Centre.

You continue the different courses in species medicine started in Year 4, and instruction is given in subjects including:

Five mornings every week are again set aside for practical clinical work. This includes visits to external establishments such as the University-affiliated RSPCA clinic, and opportunities to further hone your consultation and practical skills in the Clinical Skills Centre.

Part II of the Final Veterinary Examination tests your understanding of principles and concepts of veterinary medicine, as well as your ability to integrate information across the Part I series of subjects.

This is a 40-week lecture-free year with tuition centred on clinical teaching, in which groups of just three or four students rotate through different disciplines in the hospital with individual clinicians. The small size of these groups means each students caseload is higher and they are given the maximum possible responsibility for the management of clinical cases. This allows you to develop your clinical and problem-solving skills and client communication skills in a real clinical practice environment.

Subjects covered during the year include:

Finally, you have a period of eight weeks elective study in which to explore a special interest.

During the year, marks awarded in continuous assessment count towards Part III of the Final Veterinary Examination, which is examined in May of the final year.

Achievement of the VetMB degree allows you to become a Member of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (MRCVS), which is the professional qualification required to enter practice.

For further information about studying Veterinary Medicine at the University of Cambridge see the Department of Veterinary Medicine website.

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THE ASBVME OFFICE WILL BE RELOCATINGBeginning Monday, July 30th through August 7th, 2018!We will be in the process of moving the ASBVME Office, with thatbeing said, we will not be fully operable until Tuesday, August 7th, 2018, the phone system as well as computer systemwill have to be relocated and reconnected at the new office. We apologize for any inconvience in which this may cause.The New Physical Address will be: 8100 Seaton Place, Suite AMontgomery, AL 36116. The phone numbers will be changing as well, once we know them we will post on this website.These Rules have not gone into effect as of yet!The following Rules will be discussed, you may click on each Rule below to read the Rule and the Changes:

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Meet the Veterinarians & Team of Secaucus Animal Hospitalin Secaucus! Were pleased to provide exceptional vet care for your pets!

Please call us at (201) 867-4795to speak to one of our caring veterinary staff members!

John Hatch grew up in Ireland and graduated with his veterinary degree in 1988 from

Dr Deepali Herlekar is originally from India where she got her bachelors degree in

Join us in welcoming Dr. Lauren Korecky to the Secaucus Animal Hospital! Dr. Korecky was

Adrienne is the head technician at Secaucus Animal Hospital, and has been working there

Recently joining the SAH team in May 2017, Angie has been a veterinary technician since

Cathy has been a technician at Secaucus Animal Hospital since 1998. She also attended Cook

Iliana is one of the newer technicians at SAH. Having recently received her bachelor's

Mike is from Moonachie, where he lives with his eight cats. He's an amazing carpenter as

Mona is originally from Camp Springs, Maryland, and has been with Secaucus Animal Hospital

Priscilla is one of our full-time technicians and has also volunteered for the Secaucus

Stephanie is a Jersey City resident who has been in the veterinary field since 2008.

Tim grew up in Bayonne and Vernon N.J. After serving 4 years in the US Air Force as a

Michelle is a New Jersey-certified Animal Control Officer and Cruelty Investigator,

Esteban graduated this past May with a degree in Animal Science from Rutgers University.

Gineen has been a client of SAH for over 20 years. Already an experienced animal

Anne-Marie is a local girl who happened upon Secaucus Animal Hospital through her friend

Brittany has been a lover of animals ever since she can remember. Its been a dream of

Doreen is a Secaucus resident and has been working with Secaucus Animal Hospital for more

Dorothy is originally from Columbus, Georgia and has two dogs, a Puggle and a Basenji.

Jim hails from Boston, MA. He is thrilled to be using his love of animals in a

Linda hails from Carlstadt, N.J. Originally a Secaucus Animal Hospital client, Linda has

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This list focuses on abbreviations and acronyms commonly used in veterinary practice and supplements the standard and widely available reference sources such as Gales Acronyms, Initialisms & Abbreviations Dictionary. It is intended for use by veterinary students, researchers, practitioners, and librarians.

The initial selection of abbreviations and acronyms was based on The Merck Veterinary Manual, Seventh Edition, published by Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, N.J, U.S.A., 1991. The list continues to be supplemented using many other sources such as Guide to Veterinary Medical Terminology by Phillip E. Cochran, published by American Veterinary Publications, Inc., Goleta, CA.

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The New Jersey Veterinary Medical Association (NJVMA) Animal Hall of Fame Committee has selected two dogs, one rabbit, one horse and an animal sanctuary for induction into the 23rd Annual NJVMA Animal Hall of Fame.

The NJVMA is honored to recognize the animals and people that inspired us to share their stories and to recognize the role that veterinarians play in strengthening the human-animal bond, said Dr. Peter Falk, Chair of the Animal Hall of Fame Committee. This years exceptional inductees have made significant contributions to those around them.

A forever home for unwanted animals, a retired service dog, a floppy-eared snuggle bunny, an intuitive therapy horse and working police Bloodhound will be celebrated on March 11, 2018 with induction into the NJVMA Animal Hall of Fame.

Because of the internet and social media, stories involving the human-animal bond now reach well beyond state and even national boundaries and have the potential to prompt action on a global scale, Dr. Falk said.

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Veterinary medicine, also called veterinary science, medical specialty concerned with the prevention, control, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases affecting the health of domestic and wild animals and with the prevention of transmission of animal diseases to people. Veterinarians ensure a safe food supply for people by monitoring and maintaining the health of food-producing animals.

Persons serving as doctors to animals have existed since the earliest recorded times, and veterinary practice was already established as a specialty as early as 2000 bce in Babylonia and Egypt. The ancient Greeks had a class of physicians who were called horse-doctors, and the Latin term for the specialty, veterinarius (pertaining to beast of burden), came to denote the field in modern times. Today veterinarians serve worldwide in private and corporate clinical practice, academic programs, private industry, government service, public health, and military services. They often are supported in their work by other veterinary medicine professionals, such as veterinary nurses and veterinary technicians.

Veterinary medicine has made many important contributions to animal and human health. Included are dramatic reductions in animal sources of human exposure to tuberculosis and brucellosis. Safe and effective vaccines have been developed for prevention of many companion (pet) animal diseasese.g., canine distemper and feline distemper (panleukopenia). The vaccine developed for control of Mareks disease in chickens was the first anticancer vaccine. Veterinarians developed surgical techniques, such as hip-joint replacement and organ transplants, that were later applied successfully to people.

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...and magic. Diseases of animals remain a concern principally because of the economic losses they cause and the possible transmission of the causative agents to humans. The branch of medicine called veterinary medicine deals with the study, prevention, and treatment of diseases not only in domesticated animals but also in wild animals and in animals used in scientific research. The prevention,...

A major challenge to veterinary medicine is adequately attending to the diversity of animal species. Veterinarians address the health needs of domestic animals, including cats, dogs, chickens, horses, cows, sheep, pigs, and goats; wildlife; zoo animals; pet birds; and ornamental fish. The sizes of animals that are treated vary from newborn hamsters to adult elephants, as do their economic values, which range from the undefinable value of pet animal companionship to the high monetary value of a winning racehorse. Medicating this variety of tame and wild animals requires special knowledge and skills.

On the basis of recognition by the World Health Organization (WHO) or the government of a country, there are about 450 veterinary degree programs worldwide. The level of veterinary training varies greatly among the various countries, and only about one-third of these programs designate the degree awarded as a doctors degree. Professional training of veterinarians is commonly divided into two phases. The first, or basic science, phase consists of classroom study and laboratory work in the preclinical sciences, including the fields of anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, toxicology, nutrition, microbiology, and public health. The second phase focuses on the clinical sciences and includes classroom study of infectious and noninfectious diseases, diagnostic and clinical pathology, obstetrics, radiology, anesthesiology, surgery, and practice management and hands-on clinical experience in the colleges veterinary teaching hospital. The clinical experience gives students the opportunity to treat sick animals, perform surgery, and communicate with animal owners. Student activities in the clinical setting are conducted under the supervision of graduate veterinarians on the faculty. Several important opportunities for additional training are available to graduate veterinarians. Internship (one-year) and residency (two-to-five-year) programs enable veterinarians to gain clinical proficiency in one or two medical specialties. Graduate veterinarians can also pursue advanced degree programs. Usually the field of advanced study is medically oriented, but some seek advanced degrees in areas such as business.

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Most clinical-practice veterinarians treat only companion animals and usually within the practices clinic, or animal hospital. A small proportion treat only food-producing animals or horses, most often by traveling to the location of the animal in a vehicle equipped for veterinary services in the field. Most of the remainder in clinical practice are in mixed practices, which deal with both small animals and large domestic animals such as cattle or horses. Some small-animal practices offer services for special species such as ornamental fish, caged birds, and reptiles. Some practices may limit work to a specific medical area such as surgery, dentistry, dermatology, or ophthalmology. Corporate-owned animal hospitals have increased in number and are often combined with a retail outlet for pet supplies.

Veterinarians in academia administer the basic and clinical science programs of veterinary colleges. In addition, they conduct basic and clinical research, the latter of which may involve application of new instrumentation technologies for diagnosis and treatment of animal diseases. Included are echocardiography, laser lithotripsy, endoscopy, nuclear scintigraphy, ultrasonography, computed tomography (CT) scans, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI; see nuclear magnetic resonance).

Veterinary medicine intersects with private industry in such areas as marketing of animal-health products, monitoring of animal health in large commercial animal-production programs, and biomedical research. Veterinary specialists in industry work in the fields of toxicology, laboratory animal medicine, pathology, molecular biology, and genetic engineering. Pharmaceutical companies employ veterinarians in the development, safety testing, and clinical evaluation of drugs, chemicals, and biological products such as antibiotics and vaccines for animals and people.

National and local governments employ veterinarians in those agencies charged with public health, protection of the environment, agricultural research, food and drug safety, food-animal inspection, the health of imported animals, and the humane treatment of animals. Veterinarians working in public-health programs, for example, evaluate the safety of food-processing plants, restaurants, and water supplies. They also monitor and help control animal and human disease outbreaks. The increased threat of bioterrorism has given veterinarians vital roles in the protection of the food supply for animals and people and in early detection of use of zoonotic organisms as weapons. Veterinarians also work in aerospace; e.g., they have been scientific advisers on animal use in the U.S. space program and have been members of U.S. space shuttle crews. Veterinarians in military service perform biomedical research, care for military dogs, and protect troops through food-inspection and communicable-disease monitoring-and-control programs.

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Find resources you need or learn how you can help those affected by the devastation of Hurricanes Irma and Harvey, and wildfires in the western United States.

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The funds will beused for veterinary disaster reimbursementgrants administered by the American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF).

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Storm impacts small and large animals, urban and rural clinicsBy Katie BurnsPosted Sept. 8, 2017

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Posted Sept. 13, 2017Signs of screwworm infestation were reportedly seen in Florida wildlife and d

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By Susan C. KahlerPosted Sept. 13, 2017 In his line of work as owner of Compassionate Veterinary

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Posted Sept. 13, 2017Featured are highlights from AVMA Convention 2017 in Indianapolis, where

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After two years as dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine, Tammy Beckham has resigned. Beckham accepted an offer to work for the Department of Defense in their Cooperative Biological Engagement Program, according to an email from Barbara Lutjemeier, executive assistant to the dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine.

The process of finding a new dean started right away, with executive associate dean Bonnie Rush appointed as acting dean. Currently, the college is undergoing the first stage of the dean replacement process, searching for an interim dean.

The search for interim dean is conducted within the college, and the timeline is short. Applications for interim dean were due Aug. 30, 2017. The applications are currently being considered.

Kansas States College of Veterinary Medicine is nationally renowned for its prestige. The search for a permanent dean will extend beyond the bounds of the university and be conducted nationally in order to find the best candidate for the position.

Applicants must be a doctor of veterinary medicine, and they must have some collegiate experience making them suitable for the position. The dean of veterinary medicine is in charge of overseeing activity in the departments, representing the college and acting as the point person for fundraising.

The members of the interim dean search committee were chosen by April Mason, provost and senior vice president of K-State. Mason selected professors from the College of Veterinary Medicine, as well as professors from other colleges, a student representative and a representative from the American Veterinary Medical Association.

Brian Niehoff, chair of the search committee, is also the associate provost for institutional effectiveness. Niehoff has been the chair for three previous interim dean searches.

There are only around thirty veterinary colleges in the nation, Niehoff said. The relationship we have with rural and urban communities is very important.

The College of Veterinary Medicine conducts research on numerous topics related to Kansas agriculture in addition to other research ventures, like studying cancer.

When asked about the timeframe for permanently replacing the dean, Niehoff said the acting dean can only operate for about a month, so the interim dean will be expected to be announced in late September or early October. Niehoff also said he hopes there will be a new permanent dean by the beginning of the 2018-2019 school year.

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Q: My veterinarian sent me a letter saying that she would not see my pet anymore. Is this legal?

A: As long as shes not withholding your pets medical records, divorce is perfectly legal in medicine, whether in human healthcare or veterinary medicine. But lets be clear: In a veterinary context divorce is never about the pet. Its always about the human.

When clients add stress to our lives above and beyond what we consider fair, veterinarians sometimes initiate divorce proceedings. This message typically arrives in the guise of a nice letter explaining that were sorry to see your pet go.

Though it may seem harsh, you can bet that if youre receiving that kind of notice youve done something to deserve it. After all, we feel for your pet. And we dont reject paying customers for no good reason. Here are a few reasons why you mightve been cut off:

Behavior problems. Sometimes a pets misbehavior leads us to part ways. In my experience, however, its usually because of the owners approach to the pets unruliness. This is especially true if the owners permissiveness and denial of the problem lead to safety issues.

Financial issues. Some owners will dispute their bills after theyve agreed to them. Though we typically try to work it out, its not always doable.

Unfair demands. Chances are youve met people who can be demanding about their pets. We respect that they care so much for their pets, but when their demands repeatedly interfere with the normal course of our work, we sometimes have to part ways.

Unrealistic expectations. Sometimes owners expect their pet to be healed immediately. Though we work hard to manage expectations, some owners remain convinced that a cure should occur instantaneously and can even become irate should we fail to meet these lofty goals.

Shady behavior. Every once in a while well be confronted with pet people who will ask us to engage in fraudulent behavior on their behalf (on an insurance form or in a government document, for example). These clients are often terminated.

Verbal abuse. If youre having a bad day I can put up with a lot. But make my receptionist cry and youre getting one of those letters. As to why you received one I cannot say, but if youre unsure, Im sure your veterinarian will be happy to explain.

Dr. Patty Khuly has a veterinary practice at Sunset Animal Clinic in South Miami. Her website is drpattykhuly.com.

Send questions to khulyp@bellsouth.net.

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We know that theres a lot of pseudoscience in the world of medicine. There are doctors promoting homeopathic remedies, selling anecdotes as if theyre scientific facts, and offering alternative (useless) treatments to very real problems.

But we dont often hear those stories when they involve animals.

Brennen McKenzie is a veterinarian whos been working to expose BS in his field through his blog The SkeptVet. In an interview with NPR over the weekend, he offered an example of what he fights against:

Take anti-vaccine activism: Some people claim that veterinary vaccines should be avoided because their risks are greater than their benefits and they cause all sorts of horrible diseases. But theres no evidence that vaccines actually do that.

There are people out there refusing to vaccinate their pets because they think itll do damage to them. Jesus I had no idea Jenny McCarthy dabbled in veterinary medicine, too.

Check out the full interview.

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Dr. Lee Denney of Cushing, has beennamed the 2017 Oklahoma Veterinarian of the Year by the Oklahoma Veterinary Medical Association.

Im very honored, said Denney. I feel unworthy but also Im very grateful. It was a very humbling experience to be in that room with my colleagues.

Denney, a lifetime resident of Cushing, earned her DVM degree from Oklahoma State University in 1978.

When asked why she chose OSU, she remarked, Oh, you just have to say why not? Being an instate resident and having a vet school with an excellent reputation was a great combination and thats why I picked it.

I always knew I wanted to do something in the medical field. Loved biology and the variety of species, the variety in your daily routine was very appealing. And then add in the medical aspect, veterinary medicine seemed like the likely choice.

Immediately upon graduation, she went into private practice.

At the time, I was married to a veterinarian and we opened a mixed practice in Cushing and had that practice for 35 years.

In addition to veterinary medicine, Dr. Denney has another professional interest that impacts animal owners in a different way. She served in the Oklahoma legislature for 12 years, the maximum amount of time allowed.

I got interested in politics probably 10 to 12 years before I was elected and realized what an impact it does have on our state, said Denney. I think a lot of us just go through life voting all the time, making sure we vote but not really paying attention to what those that we put in office actually do. And with money being tight these days and regulations changing, I thought it was important to spend my time in public service.

I think its very important for veterinarians to be engaged. At the time I was in the legislature, we had three veterinarians. We were an active voice, not only for veterinary medicine, but also for production agriculture. And I think it was very important; colleagues looked to us.

Today Dr. Denney serves as an instructor and department head for the Veterinary Technology Department at the Oklahoma State University-Oklahoma City campus.

I hope Im remembered as someone who is open minded and willing to learn and willing to change. And approachable on all areas whether its in veterinary medicine, teaching students here at OSU-OKC or even in the legislature. Someone who values other peoples opinions and is willing to work with those people. Maybe not always agreeing with opinions but willing to have a civil discourse and move through problems that we have in todays society.

Denney has many areas of accomplishments her family, her veterinary practice, and her time in the legislature.

Raising kids to be productive adults is always a great accomplishment, she said. Also in the field of veterinary medicine, even protecting the Practice Act and things like that in the legislature have been great. If you drill it down even further, when someone brings you their dog or their cat and its their lifelong companion and they feel like the outcome is going to probably be euthanasia but you find out that its not and just the joy on their face is wonderful. To return that animal to their family is really a great accomplishment.

When asked what advice she would offer someone who is considering becoming a veterinarian, Dr. Denney had this to say:

Do it. Its a wonderful profession. Its like anything; there is good and bad. You know at 2 a.m. when youre at the clinic delivering puppies, you kind of think why did I do this? But when those puppies are all going yip, yip, yip and sucking on their mom and you get to go home and go back to bed, its rewarding. And the variety of it (veterinary medicine) and the people you meet. Its been a great profession. Not only on the small animal side but veterinarians are extremely necessary to protect our food supply and protect us from a lot of foreign animal diseases that were starting to see creep back into society. So do it. Its very rewarding. Theres so many different avenues you can take and you will be very lucky to be a veterinarian.

Other Oklahoma State veterinary graduates recognized during the Oklahoma Veterinary Medical Associations Annual Convention were:

Dr. Christopher Kelley (97), Companion Animal Practitioner of the Year

Dr. Byron Schick (87), Distinguished Service Award

Dr. Jarod Kennedy (06), Food Animal Practitioner of the Year

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For many livestock keepers in South Sudan, there is little that can be done to help a sick or injured animal. If one of our cows was sick, it was either slaughtered or left to die because we didnt know how to deal with sick cows, says Marial Madit, from the Maraya cattle camp in Aweial County. But now, Madit has new knowledge and tools to help heal a sick animal. Along with 24 other young South Sudanese, Madit recently completed a FAO-sponsored training to become a Community Animal Health Worker.

In South Sudan, the death of an animal is the loss of an important asset. Cattle are used not only for milk and meat, but also to pay dowry, what a man must give to a womans family before he is able to marry her. Sick livestock can also mean decreased production and limited marketing opportunities, explains Marco Makur Nyariel, a FAO Animal Health Officer based in Rumbek. If your livestock is sick you may not be able to get good milk. You also may not be able to take care of your family, he says.

But despite the cultural and economic importance of livestock in South Sudan, access to veterinary care is limited. During the many years of fighting between the north and the south. the line of the education system within South Sudan was affected during the war, says Nyariel, explaining why very few South Sudanese have been trained in veterinary medicine.

Whats more, many livestock keepers live in remote cattle camps, where bad roads and insecurity can make access difficult. To help solve that problem, FAO is giving basic veterinary training to people who, like Marial Madit, already live in the cattle camps. The Organization is also supporting the state and national Ministries of Livestock, Animal Resources and Fisheries to fill this gap.

For two weeks in June, Madit and other trainees from Lakes State gathered in the town of Yirol for a two-week workshop. They learned about vaccination, prevention and treatment of diseases affecting cattle, sheep, goats and poultry. The trainees were also taught how to get rid of ticks and lice, which can transmit diseases that weaken the animals. At the end of the course, the newly-trained Community Animal Health Workers were given veterinary medicine and tools, and then sent back to work in their communities. Less than a month later, the trainees were already making a difference in the cattle camps where they live.

With the training we had last time in Yirol, I have been able to identify the different diseases that have been attacking our cattle and managed to treat some of these diseases, says Ding Anyoun Gak, who lives in the War-Abyei cattle camp near Rumbek. We have been able to treat diseases and pests like ticks, also sometimes the cattle come back from grazing when they have wounds that they got from animal attacks that as well we have been able to manage, adds Aborpei Gumwel, another Community Animal Health Worker at War-Abyei.

But Nyariel says that in addition to caring for livestock, the Community Animal Health Workers can also help create a more peaceful society. Every time the Animal Health Workers treat an animal, they are also encouraged to talk to the people about managing resources. Cattle raiding and disputes over pasture and water often causes fighting between cattle camps.

We must cooperate and talk about how to manage our natural resources for the benefit of our livestock and to avoid conflict, says Nyariel. The most important thing that you must put in your mind is that without peace you will not be able to do treatment, without peace you will not be able to do livestock vaccination.

Activities under this programme are funded by the European Union.

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Aug. 30, 2017

During AVMA Convention 2017 this July in Indianapolis, the AVMA bestowed awards to recognize excellence in veterinary medicine.

Dr. L. Garry Adams received the AVMA Award, and the AVMA Meritorious Service Award went to Dr. Bruce Kaplan. Following are some key achievements of the other award recipients.

This award recognizes an AVMA member for accomplishments in the field of animal welfare involving leadership, public service, research, education, or advocacy.

Dr. Hans CoetzeeDr. Coetzee heads the Department of Anatomy and Physiology at the Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine. His interests include the development of pain assessment techniques and practical analgesic drug regimens for food-producing animals.

After earning his veterinary degree from the University of Pretoria in South Africa in 1996, Dr. Coetzee worked in mixed animal practice in Northern Ireland and then in pharmaceutical research and development at Norbrook Laboratories Ltd. He received a certificate in Cattle Health and Production from the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons in 2000 and a doctorate in veterinary microbiology from Iowa State University in 2005. He is a diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Clinical Pharmacology, American College of Animal Welfare, and European College of Animal Welfare and Behavioural Medicine. He has also published more than 110 peer-reviewed scientific papers and received more than $10 million in research funding.

This award recognizes a nonveterinarian for accomplishments in the field of animal welfare involving leadership, public service, research, education, or advocacy.

Joan MillerMiller has been an advocate for the health and well-being of cats for more than 45 years. During the 1970s and l980s, she was known for her award-winning Abyssinian cats and became a Cat Fanciers' Association judge of all breeds, retiring with emeritus status in 2013. She also was a board member of the CFA for 25 years.

From 1980-1996, Miller served as president of the Winn Feline Foundation, which funds feline health research. She then focused on cat population problems, including shelter issues and free-roaming unowned cats. In 1996, she coordinated a national workshop on feral cats.

Miller has been engaged in legislative advocacy for pet ownership, education programs for the general public at cat shows and pet expos, and shelter presentations on handling difficult cats and has served as a lecturer at the University of California-Davis School of Veterinary Medicine.

This award recognizes an AVMA member for outstanding public service while an employee of a government agency or for education of veterinarians in public service activities.

Dr. Valerie RaganDr. Ragan (Georgia '83) is director of the Center for Public and Corporate Veterinary Medicine at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine. She focuses on veterinary public practice, including providing opportunities for student engagement in national and international veterinary and animal health organizations. She provides counseling and training for veterinarians wishing to make career changes. She also works around the world on the control and eradication of brucellosis and on projects related to building veterinary capacity.

Starting out as a small animal practitioner, Dr. Ragan transitioned to Veterinary Services with the Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. She rose to assistant deputy administrator of Veterinary Services, serving as the national coordinator of animal health surveillance and establishing the National Surveillance Unit at the USDA Center for Epidemiology and Animal Health. She then led a veterinary consulting company engaged in resolving animal health issues and building international veterinary capacity.

This award recognizes an AVMA member who has contributed to international understanding of veterinary medicine.

Dr. Andrew ClarkAfter earning his veterinary degree from Michigan State University in 1964, Dr. Clark served a Peace Corps assignment in what is now Tanzania. The assignment led to a 26-year international career, primarily in eastern and southern Africa and also in North Africa and the Near East. His work in Africa involved disease control in large populations of animals. As a veterinary officer in Tanzania, Dr. Clark was responsible for the health concerns of approximately 1 million cattle and 1 million sheep and goats, along with thousands of donkeys. In the late 1960s, he was involved with the initial efforts to eradicate rinderpest.

Dr. Clark went on to a 22-year career with the Oregon Department of Agriculture that ended with the role of state veterinarian. After retirement, he worked with the U.S. Department of Agriculture in Egypt regarding highly pathogenic avian influenza and with the USDA and U.S. Agency for International Development in Nairobi.

Dr. Tom Meyer, 2016-17 AVMA president, chose the recipients of this award, which is for individuals or groups that have made a positive impact on health, veterinary organizations, or the profession.

Dr. Robert Kit FlowersDr. Flowers (Colorado State '78), executive director of the Christian Veterinary Mission, started his career in private practice in Walla Walla, Washington, followed by service as a captain in the Air Force based at Tyndall Air Force Base in Panama City, Florida. He subsequently opened a mixed animal practice in Panama City. He and his wife, Jan, did a short-term service trip to Haiti with the Christian Veterinary Mission, an organization founded in 1976 in response to a need in the developing world for training in animal health.

Dr. Flowers and his family then committed to long-term service in veterinary relief and development work in Kenya with the mission, serving with the Maasai people from 1985-90. Dr. Flowers returned to join the mission staff in Seattle. He has been the organization's president and executive director for nearly 25 years.

Dr. Richard DeBowesDr. DeBowes (Illinois '79) is a professor of equine surgery and director of the Professional Life Skills program at the Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine. He oversees the curriculum in practice management and teaches courses on leadership and clinical communication. He helped fund, develop, promote, and host the Cougar Orientation and Leadership Experience at WSU and the Veterinary Leadership Experience, a leadership training program for veterinary students and others.

Previously, Dr. DeBowes served as associate dean for veterinary development and external relations at WSU and chairman of the departments of clinical sciences at the Kansas State University and WSU veterinary colleges. He is a diplomate and former regent of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons. He has presented more than 400 programs on leadership, teamwork, communication, and organizational culture in 28 countries.

Kathleen Ruby, PhDDr. Ruby is a licensed professional clinical counselor with more than 35 years of experience in the counseling and educational fields. For the past 20 years, she has been on the faculty at the WSU College of Veterinary Medicine, where she has served as the director of counseling and wellness. In this capacity, she has worked with students and faculty to improve the culture of veterinary training and to create programs that enhance professional and personal well-being and emotional competence within the veterinary profession. These programs include training veterinary students in the realm of end-of-life care and personal leadership training.

Dr. Ruby helped develop the Veterinary Leadership Experience, a leadership training program for veterinary students and others, to teach psychological flexibility and enhance self-awareness and mindfulness in veterinary professionals. She also was the founding editor-in-chief of Veterinary Team Brief.

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SOUTHWEST ASIA (AFNS) -- -- In a deployed environment, adequate medical care is crucial to ensuring that people can execute the mission. Airmen need to be physically and mentally healthy or the mission could suffer. The 386th Expeditionary Medical Group boasts a medical clinic, physical therapist, mental health team and dental clinic as just some of the available services paramount to keeping Airmen mission ready and in the fight.

But what do you do when an Airman needs medical attention and isnt a person?

This was a riddle that Army Capt. Margot Boucher, the 358th Medical Detachment officer in charge and veterinary doctor at the base Veterinary Treatment Facility, had to solve recently when Arthur, a military working dog valued at almost $200,000, was brought to her clinic with a fractured tooth.

Arthur was doing bite training, bit the wrong way and tore part of his canine tooth off, so he had a fracture to the gum line on one of his strong biting teeth, explained Boucher. The big concern with that, in addition to being a painful condition, is that they can become infected if bacteria were to travel down the tooth canal.

Boucher, a reservist deployed from the 993rd Medical Detachment of Fitzsimons Army Reserve Center in Aroura, Colorado, is employed as an emergency room veterinarian as a civilian. While she is well-versed in the medical side of veterinary medicine, she knew she wasnt an expert in veterinary dentistry. In order to get Arthur the care he needed, Boucher reached out to her Air Force counterparts here at the 386th Expeditionary Medical Group for help.

In this environment, Im kind of all theyve got, said Air Force Lt. Col. Brent Waldman, the 386th Medical Operations flight commander and dentist. Ive done four or five of these on dogs, but I dont do these often. I felt very comfortable doing it, because dentistry on a human tooth versus a dog tooth is kind of the same, if you know the internal anatomy of the tooth.

Waldman performed a root canal on Arthur, a Belgian Malinois. This procedure involved drilling into the tooth and removing soft tissues, such as nerves and blood vessels, to hollow the tooth out, according to Waldman. After the tooth was hollowed out, and a canal was created, it was filled and sealed with a silver filling. The procedure for Arthur was the same that Waldman would do on a human patient.

The reason why you do a root canal is because the likelihood of there being an infection or other issue with that tooth is significantly decreased, said Waldman, who is deployed from the 21st Medical Squadron at Peterson Air Force Base, Colorado. This is crucial for a military working dog because without his teeth, Arthur may be removed from duty.

MWDs are trained to detect and perform patrol missions. The patrol missions can involve biting a suspect to detain them or protect their handler. This is why dental health is crucial to a MWD.

Those canine teeth are their main defensive and offensive tools, said Waldman. A dog with bad teethits like a sniper having a broken trigger finger.

While Waldman had experience doing dental procedures on MWDs, he still needed the expertise Boucher had in veterinary medicine.

Typically when we collaborate with human providers, well still manage the anesthesia and the medical side of the procedure, said Boucher. Usually if they are unfamiliar with the anatomical differences well talk them through that and familiarize them with the differences between animal and human anatomy, but in terms of dentistry, its very similar. The procedure is the same, but the tooth is shaped a little differently.

Prior to the procedure, Boucher conducted pre-anesthetic blood tests to make sure 6-year-old Arthur didnt have any pre-existing conditions that anesthesia would complicate. During the root canal, Boucher watched Arthur closely, and monitored his heart rate, and blood oxygen saturation while making minor adjustments to his sedation as needed.

The procedure was successful, and Arthur returned to his deployed location with his handler a few days after. Were it not for the inter-service and inter-discipline teamwork of Boucher and Waldman, Arthur and his handler may have had to travel back to the U.S. to get the medical care needed.

Its a great service to be able to do, said Waldman. If we couldnt do this, Arthur and his handler would have probably had to be taken out of theater, to a location where they had the capability to do this procedure. It saved a ton of time to be able to do this here, and get Arthur back to protecting our war fighters.

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OAKLANDA new book to help dog and cat owners navigate the world of holistic pet care has been published by Montclair vet Gary Richter.

Richter practices at the Montclair Veterinary Hospital and was awarded Americas Favorite Veterinarian in 2015 by the American Veterinary Medical Foundation.

As a certified vet who is also trained in veterinary acupuncture and veterinary chiropractics, Richter uses both to give pets all-encompassing care. His book, The Ultimate Pet Health Guide: Breakthrough Nutrition and Integrative Care for Dogs and Cats, is available now online and in major bookstores.

I take western medicine and holistic care and weave those two things together to get better results and to keep my patients healthier, Richter said. However, over the years, he found that his approach was rare, and that for pet owners seeking a blend of approaches, there wasnt much information out there.

I would routinely get calls and emails from people all around the world asking questions about holistic things that they can do for their pet, Richter said. And it really just struck me that there really are not a lot of resources out there for people who arent lucky enough to live somewhere to talk to an integrative or holistic vet.

Richter has been the owner and medical director of Montclair Veterinary Hospital since 2002, and has been providing holistic pet care since graduating from veterinary school. He said he had been exposed to it while getting his formal training and education, but that it was never stressed as a practice until he went looking.

Thats not to say there was anything wrong with my education. Its just that western medicine has things it can do and things it cant do, Richter said. It was a search for more answers, a quest for how can I help my patients live better and longer.

In particular, he and his family had a dog named Charlie with a heart condition. They brought him to a cardiologist and provided all the western medical care available to him, but Richter also employed some more holistic techniques, such as a change in diet and providing herbal therapy in support. Neither made his dog fully recover, but his holistic strategies did help the dog live comfortably.

I think he had a really excellent quality of life for as long as his heart could make it, Richter said.

His book is a guide for holistic pet treatment for both sick and healthy pets. It includes special recipes for specific conditions, and also recipes for healthy pets, such as suggestions for owners considering raw diets.

If you have a pet with a medical condition, realize that western medicine is great but it cant always fix everything, Richter said.

The book has made the bestseller list in a number of countries, such as Germany and Australia, and his wife, Lee Richter, said shes glad he was able to share some of his knowledge with others.

Its definitely changing our world a little because were getting questions and connecting with people all around the world, whereas before it was just people in our neighborhood in Montclair, she said.

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Darian Preston of Muldrow, recently began her journey to earn a DVM degree from Oklahoma State Universitys Center for Veterinary Health Sciences. Preston is one of 106 students in the class of 2021 and the daughter of Brent and Charity Preston of Muldrow.

As a land grant university, training the next generation of veterinarians is one of our core missions, said Dr. Chris Ross, professor and interim dean of the veterinary center. We strive to graduate competent veterinarians who can serve the needs of Oklahoma, the nation and the world. Students spend the first three years primarily in the classroom studying anatomy, pharmacology, pathology and more. Their fourth year will be spent honing their clinical skills in our Veterinary Medical Hospital as they apply what they have learned in the classroom to real life cases.

A DVM degree offers veterinarians many career choices including private practice, biomedical research, military service, academia, the pharmaceutical industry, government positions and more. Students in Oklahoma States program will be trained in all species as well as some specialty services, for example, ophthalmology, anesthesia, digital imaging, theriogenology and food animal production.

The class of 2021 is comprised of 58 Oklahoma residents and 48 non-residents representing Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Indiana, Kansas, Massachusetts, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and Toronto, Canada.

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Preston accepted into OSU's veterinary medicine program - Sequoyah County Times

By Katie Burns

Posted Aug. 30, 2017

The AVMA is providing guidance and soon a toolkit to help veterinarians take on telemedicine in practice.

On July 21 at its regular annual session in Indianapolis, the AVMA House of Delegates passed a policy on telemedicine and accompanying revisions to the Model Veterinary Practice Act, which is a model for state practice acts.

Dr. Lori Teller, District VIII representative on the AVMA Board of Directors, said ahead of the regular annual session of the House that the AVMA has spent more than two years thoughtfully and thoroughly considering the potential impacts of telemedicine on the public and the profession. She updated HOD members on the Association's activities in the area of telemedicine.

In 2016, the AVMA Practice Advisory Panel completed a comprehensive report on telemedicine. In 2017, the Association solicited feedback on the report from members, stakeholders, and the general public. The "Policy on Telemedicine" draws on the report and the feedback.

"Telemedicine is a tool that may be utilized to augment the practice of veterinary medicine," according to the policy. "The AVMA is committed to ensuring access to the convenience and benefits afforded by telemedicine, while promoting the responsible provision of high quality veterinary medical care."

Per the policy, "Given the current state of technological capabilities, available research, and the current state and federal regulatory landscape, the AVMA believes that veterinary telemedicine should only be conducted within an existing Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship (VCPR), with the exception for advice given in an emergency until that patient can be seen by a veterinarian."

According to language added to the Model Veterinary Practice Act in 2003, "A veterinarian-client-patient relationship cannot be established solely by telephonic or other electronic means." Much of the telemedicine policy offers guidance on the VCPR in the context of telemedicine.

The new policy also states, "Telemedicine regulations should be harmonized across the nation and strongly enforced to protect patient and public safety."

In a separate action, the House revised the Model Veterinary Practice Act to reflect the new telemedicine policy.

The telemedicine policy notes that federal law requires a VCPR for prescribing drugs in an extralabel manner for animals and issuing veterinary feed directives. Dr. Teller said in her update that the Food and Drug Administration currently does not allow for the VCPR to be established by electronic or telephonic means.

According to the policy, "The AVMA recognizes that future policy in this area will be informed by evidence-based research on the impact of telemedicine on access to care and patient safety."

The AVMA is developing an extensive toolkit and guidelines for members who are interested in using telemedicine in practice, Dr. Teller said. The toolkit and guidelines will include information on policies, laws, and regulations; potential applications; an FAQ; descriptions of various service models; and guidance on monetization. The goal is to have the first phase available by September and the remainder by June 2018.

The AVMA also is in the process of notifying pertinent associations and government agencies about the new policy.

Defining relationships (June 1, 2017)

Advisory panel report offers guidance on telemedicine (March 1, 2017)

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Kayce Ingram and Nicole Turvey, both of Sand Springs, recently began their journey to earn a DVM degree from Oklahoma State Universitys Center for Veterinary Health Sciences. They are among the 106 students in the class of 2021. Ingram is the daughter of Spencer and Nancy Ingram of Sand Springs. Turvey is the daughter of George and Gay Turvey of Skiatook.

As a land grant university, training the next generation of veterinarians is one of our core missions, Dr. Chris Ross, professor and interim dean of the veterinary center, said in a statement. We strive to graduate competent veterinarians who can serve the needs of Oklahoma, the nation and the world. Students spend the first three years primarily in the classroom studying anatomy, pharmacology, pathology and more. Their fourth year will be spent honing their clinical skills in our Veterinary Medical Hospital as they apply what they have learned in the classroom to real life cases.

A DVM degree offers veterinarians many career choices including private practice, biomedical research, military service, academia, the pharmaceutical industry, government positions and more. Students in Oklahoma States program will be trained in all species as well as some specialty services, for example, ophthalmology, anesthesia, digital imaging, theriogenology and food animal production.

The class of 2021 is comprised of 58 Oklahoma residents and 48 non-residents representing Arkansas, California, Colorado, Florida, Indiana, Kansas, Massachusetts, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Toronto, Canada.

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