Education
Letter to dvm360: Living the vet school dream means taking responsibility for choices
One reader says its not his job to bail out a young veterinarian who makes poor financial decisions.
How much is my veterinary degree worth?
To answer this question, lets look at investment costs, lifetime earnings and intangible benefits.
UC Davis identifies genetic risk factor for squamous cell carcinoma in horses
Test can help veterinarians monitor at-risk patients, assist owners with breeding decisions.
Contractually obligated: From bad to worse
Subtleties in wording can mean everything when addressing breach of contract situations. Learn from these examples given by Dr. Allen.
Mizzou dean steps down, accepts post at St. Georges in Caribbean
Neil C. Olson will become dean of St. George's School of Veterinary Medicine in August.
COE rejects University of Arizona's veterinary school proposal a second time
The novel-concept veterinary school can reapply for accreditation in June.
What $300,000 in student debt does to the vet school dream
This first-year veterinary student refuses to lose hopebut he doesnt see the solution either.
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Repayment realities: Why do some DVMs take longer to pay off student debt?
Demographic factors correlate with shorterand longerveterinary loan payback periods.
The 2017 General Practice Hospital of the Year: Let the sunshine in
This architect-and-veterinarian, husband-and-wife duo marries functionality and design in a two-story, eco-friendly, open-concept clinic.
Veterinary Economics Hospital Design Competition announces 2017 winners
Two hospitals named co-Hospitals of the Year, four chosen as Merit Award winners.
Letter to dvm360: Buyer beware on internship opportunities
While it may seem like an ideal coaching situation, this practice owner internship may not benefit the participants as much as the directors.
Drug for heart disease shows promise for cats (and humans)
Novel drug treats hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, the most common feline heart disease.
WSU veterinary professor named to National Academy of Inventors
Katrina Mealey developed test for potentially fatal gene mutation in dogs.
Veterinarian launches 'Practice Owner Incubator Internship'
In the innovative program, Ohio State University alum Dave Haeussler, DVM, shares knowledge with veterinary school graduates on practice ownership and management, gets an ownership stake in the new hospitals himself.
Donald Smith, former Cornell dean and WVLDI founding board member, dies at 66
A dean, a notable bovine practitioner, a historian of veterinary education and a supporter of women in the profession: Former Cornell dean Donald Smith passed away Oct. 29.
AAVMC wellness summit: Progress made and a path forward
International gathering of students and professionals tackles problems with veterinary well-being from every perspective.
New state law gives CE credit to N.Y. veterinarians who do free shelter work
Senate Bill S4449 counts free spay-neuter services as CE credit for veterinarians in New York.
Cats with chronic DJD pain, rejoice!
Recent study findings suggest NV-02, a feline anti-nerve growth factor antibody, could be used as a safe, long-term analgesic in cats with degenerative joint disease-related pain.
Zoetis and AAVMC seek applications for 2017 veterinary school scholarships
Application period for Zoetis Veterinary Student Scholarship Award runs through November 30, 2016.
3 unusual (but not uncommon) skin diseases you should know
These three skin diseases arent zebrasthey're more like donkeys. Learn to recognize their hoofbeats so you dont miss the diagnosis.
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Letter to dvm360: Heres the real problem with accreditation and the COE
Three veterinarians explain the root of their COE concerns. (Hint: It isnt the distributive model.)
Texas Tech forms steering committee for proposed new veterinary school
Leaders say new program will meet agricultural needs in new ways.
Reaching for new heights in veterinary well-being
Colorado State University hosts international veterinary wellness summit for students and professionals.
Student debt: Good for the economy?
The answer? It's complicated. Let me explain.
No link found between antibiotic use in farm animals and resistance in people
Systematic review of campylobacteriosis studies leads to more questions than answers.
Sheila Allen to retire from role as dean at University of Georgia
Allen will remain involved in veterinary education in her new role with the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges.
Keeping your head above water: The aftermath of the Louisiana floods
The tireless efforts of the Cajun Navy alongside countless veterinary volunteers from LSU and beyond keep hope afloat for the people and animals affected by historic Louisiana flooding.