AARV Newsletter - March 2019

MARCH 2019 | NEWS & UPDATES

In this issue ... see us at SAVMA, #TurnRehabRed winner, spotlight on Integrative Medicine at WSU, member highlight request, the rehab tech mission, and more!

President's Message

Viva Las Vegas!

The AARV had a successful trip to Las Vegas for the annual Western Veterinary Conference (WVC). Our booth in the exhibit hall was well attended with more than 150 veterinarians, technicians and students coming by to visit and learn about our organization and veterinary rehabilitation. Thanks to all our current members who stopped by to say hello.

Our next event will be the Student American Veterinary Medical Association (SAVMA) meeting. This is an annual gathering of veterinary students from the US, Canada, the Caribbean and the United Kingdom to enjoy an opportunity for fellowship, education and fun. Together with the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation (ACVSMR), we are co-sponsoring a lecture by AARV member Evelyn Orenbuch, DVM, DACVSMR, on Saturday, March 9th at 2 pm entitled "Your Options for a Career in Canine Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation." In addition, with the ACVSMR, we will have a booth in the exhibit hall March 9-11 to discuss our organizations with students. All our student members are encouraged to attend the lecture (bring your friends!) and please stop by the booth and see the opportunities both ACVSMR and AARV have for you.

Thanks to all who participated in "Turn Rehab Red" contest ... so many amazing photos! Congratulations to the Animal Specialty Center and AARV member Kelly Murphy, DVM, MS, CCRP, SAMP, for the winning photo. We have so much fun with these contests and plan on many more throughout the year, so keep on the lookout.

As always, any questions please reach out and happy spring!

Amber Ihrke, DVM, CCRT, CVA, CVSMT (Chiropractic), CVPP

Come See Us at SAVMA!

by Jessica Bunch, DVM, CCRT, CVA

AARV University Liaison

Calling all students! Are you attending the 2019 SAVMA Symposium at the University of Georgia on March 9-11? If so, come visit our booth at the exhibit hall and attend our sponsored lecture.

AARV will be partnering with American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation (ACVSMR) to sponsor Evelyn Orenbuch, DVM, DACVSMR, CAVCA, from Georgia Veterinary Rehabilitation as she lectures on "Your Options for a Career in Canine Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation." Please swing by our booth and visit with us about rehabilitation, student opportunities, clubs, and more!

Congratulations to Our #TurnRehabRed Contest Winner!

by Caitlin King
Social Media Consultant

Thank you to all AARV members who entered our #TurnRehabRed contest on Instagram and Facebook. We loved seeing your pets exercise and flaunt their red themes!

Congratulations to our winner Kelly Murphy MS, DVM, CCRP, SAMP, of the Physical Rehabilitation and Integrative Medicine Department at the Animal Specialty Center in Yonkers, New York, and Ed (pictured in the winning photo at right)! Dr. Murphy and Ed won a prize basket with goodies from our generous sponsors MediPaw and Pet Supplies Plus.

Stay tuned for more exciting contests hosted by AARV this year! If you have an idea for a contest or theme please feel free to reach out to Caitlin King, Social Media Consultant for the AARV.

SPOTLIGHT PRACTICE

Integrative Veterinary Medicine at Washington State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital

The Integrative Veterinary Medicine Service at Washington State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital started as a stand-alone service in April 2017 with Dr. Jessica Bunch. In the years prior to her arrival, rehabilitation was offered at the university as an adjunct in-house service through their certified rehabilitation technician Lori Lutskas, LVT, CCRP. However, when Dr. Bunch started in April 2017, the university expanded to offer a fully comprehensive service model to accommodate not only other veterinary departments but also outpatients and outside referrals.

The Integrative Veterinary Medicine Service program at Washington State encompasses rehabilitation, acupuncture, herbal therapy and pain management services. They interact with students from all stages of the curriculum, whether it be shadowing essential staff, working on their own pets, or patient care/treatments through other clinical services. Since 2017 they have grown to offer an elective clinical curriculum for 4th year veterinary students involved in case work-ups, diagnosis, diagnostics, management, and treatments.

Continue reading about Integrative Medicine at WSU ...

Search the New AARV Articles of Interest Database!

AARV is excited to announce the launch of its searchable Articles of Interest Database, available to AARV members in the Members Area of its website.

The database starts with articles from the July 2018 Articles of Interest and contains approximately 100 articles. We will keep adding more articles to the database each month. We also will continue to include links to our past Articles of Interest from 2010 to the present in PDF format. All Articles of Interest have been selected by AARV founder Dr. Julia Tomlinson because of their relevance to the field of veterinary rehabilitation.

To search the database, log in to the Members Area of the website and go to the Articles of Interest Database page. Enter a keyword, author's name, or other search term to begin your search. A list of matching article abstracts will be displayed. A link to the full version of the journal article will be provided if available.

AARV will continue to add journal articles to the database each month to develop its usefulness as a research tool. Our thanks to Dr. Julia Tomlinson for selecting relevant journal articles each month.

Check the AARV Calendar for Upcoming Events

Want to learn which courses are coming up at Canine Rehabilitation Institute (CRI), Healing Oasis, and CuraCore? Check the AARV Calendar of Events on our website, which contains upcoming rehabilitation classes and other continuing education events. You can also visit the Canine Rehabilitation Institute, Healing Oasis, and CuraCore websites directly to learn more about their courses.

Do you have an event to add to the AARV calendar? All calendar posts are now free for AARV members. Please send your calendar event to info@rehabvets.org and be sure to include the name of the event, speaker, topic, date, time, location and URL. Rehabilitation related events/classes only, please.

Achieved Anything Lately?

We want to feature YOU, AARV member!

Your new accreditation, training course completion, announcement, board exam, etc. could be featured on our Instagram and Facebook pages if you let us know!

Contact our Social Media Consultant Caitlin King with your milestones. You provide photos and details. We make the bragging rights to the AARV community happen!

Connect with the AARV on LinkedIn!

Let's network! Connect with the AARV on LinkedIn by clicking on this link or the LinkedIn logo at right.

TECHNICIAN CORNER

Mission of the Physical Rehabilitation Veterinary Technician

by Sandy Gregory, M Ed, RVT, CCRA
AARV Technician Liaison


	Murphy enjoying his rehabilitation session in the pool.

Veterinary medicine is growing technologically with endless possibilities for advancement all the time. With that growth comes change and direction.

The APRVT has one of the newest VT specialties through NAVTA. The intent is to help obtain a higher level of recognition for advanced knowledge in the field of physical rehabilitation.

The mission of APRVT is to provide assistance in veterinary physical rehabilitation, encouraging veterinary professionals and colleagues to further their education, while improving the quality of animals' lives.

According to APRVT's code of ethics, the veterinary technician works in accordance with the individual state practice acts. Working under the direct supervision of a state licensed veterinarian who has an established veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR) and has seen the patient recently. Patient care standards should model those described by the American Association of Rehabilitation Veterinarians (AARV), and credentialed rehabilitation veterinary technicians shall strive to follow those standards.

Credentialed rehabilitation veterinary technicians are not to diagnose, prescribe, or perform procedures that are considered to be the practice of veterinary medicine; and will obey all individual state and regional laws and regulations pertaining to the field of veterinary physical rehabilitation.

Check out the APRVT website to view the complete mission and code of ethics that have been set for such high standards to promote the advancement of knowledge of physical rehabilitation for animals.

Learn More About APRVT

The technicians on the Organizing Committee of the APRVT would love to speak at your clinic or local conference! Contact us at vetrehabtechs@gmail.com to find someone in your area!

Please visit the APRVT website and social media sites to learn more about us and don't forget to subscribe to our newsletter!

Facebook - Academy of Physical Rehabilitation Veterinary Technicians-APRVT
Instagram - APRVT_vetrehabtechs
Twitter - APRVT @vetrehabtechs

Do you have an article in mind for the Technician Corner? Contact Sandy Gregory, M. Ed, RVT, CCRA, AARV Technician Liaison, at technician@rehabvets.org to submit an article (suggested length of 200-300 words) or suggest a topic.

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CLASSIFIED AD

Veterinary Rehabilitation Assistant, Singapore

RA Healing Centre is Singapore's first veterinary rehabilitation centre. We are hiring a certified animal rehabilitation therapist / practitioner. This position will work closely with a CCRT, CVA trained veterinarian to implement rehab treatments. We see a variety of rehabilitation cases and we are fully equipped. There will be an attractive package for overseas applicants. We aim for a work-life balance for our staff. Singapore is a multicultural, vibrant hub. English is their first spoken language and you can enjoy low income tax. If you are interested, please send your resume to animals@holisticpetcentre.com.

CLASSIFIED AD

Veterinary Technician or Assistant - Physical Rehab, Daly City, California

Nor Cal Veterinary, a BluePearl Partner in Daly City CA, is hiring a CCRVN, CCRA, or CVMRT (could be in training). This position will work closely with Dr. Erika Gebhard DVM, CVA, CCRT, to implement rehab treatments. We have Class 3b LASER, underwater treadmill, E-stim, acupuncture, electroacupuncture and a variety of therapy tools. We also have a beautiful new facility filled with natural light (even the treatment room). Are you self-driven, dependable and knowledgeable? Do you demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills in a team atmosphere? Do you crave a dynamic and rewarding setting? Then we want to hear from you! To apply, contact Aly Mitton at alysha.mitton@bluepearlvet.com, or click here to submit an application.

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