APRIL 2023 | NEWS & UPDATES |
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In this issue ... new AARV secretary, nominations open for Membership Chair, IVAPM/AARV Pain Management Forum, Purdue student presentation, and more!
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President's Message
Recognizing Great Teamwork and Great Women!
Hello from the mecca of Sturtevant, Wisconsin!
This past month was “Women’s Recognition Month.” However, before we dive into that, I would like to discuss what a TEAM is all about. Why would I discuss that first, you ask? Just give me the benefit of the doubt and keep on reading.
A team comes into play when things go sideways, and nothing seems to follow Plan A, B, C, or D. This past weekend was the IVAPM Symposium, with the AARV track held on Sunday, April 2nd. I was supposed to arrive on April 1st; however, after three flight cancellations, I could not attend the symposium. It only took one phone call for the other attending Board members to set the wheels in motion. Without hesitation and missing a beat, Drs. Kara Amstutz, Molly Flaherty, Tari Kern, and Ms. Sarah Ostrin took control of the situation. The AARV TEAM is a group of like-minded professionals I am proud to call peers but can look up to when things go sideways, or we seem to be “going up the creek without a paddle.” I want to point out that all of them are women, leaders in their field, some specialists, and ready to take the lead in less than a heartbeat!
Other women that I admire and respect include:
- AARV BOD and Ms. Patty Moyer (who makes AARV communication look smooth)
- Drs. Rosemary LoGiudice, Sarah Love, Leilani Alvarez, Evelyn Orenbuch, Gemma Del Pueyo Montesinos, Sandra Holcomb and Solange Mikail
Not to sound cheesy, but as I have your attention, I would like to recognize three women that have made me who I am today. My grandmother, Mrs. Ramona Correa Lugo, a high school teacher that went through the 1930 Depression, working from sunup to sundown. My mother, Mrs. Raquel Lugo Rivera, who was the FIRST Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) in Puerto Rico, instrumental in starting the first RDH accredited program in PR, and one of the many presidents for the American Dental Hygienist Association, and lastly, my wife Mrs. Michelle G. Rivera who taught me how to love animals.
May I suggest if you have someone you respect, love, or admire, no matter who, let them know what they mean to you while on this earth? Waiting until they are gone would be a little bit too late — just saying.
Hmm, my OCD, ADD, and ADHD seems to be under control today!
Respectfully,
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Pedro Luis Rivera, DVM, FACFN, DACVSMR, FCoAC |
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AARV Elects New Secretary
Congratulations and welcome to Dr. Bruce Henderson, who was recently elected as AARV's new Secretary!
Dr. Henderson is a long-time AARV member and the hospital director of Valley Animal Hospital in Clifton, New Jersey. He is also a Purdue CVM grad ('86) and a classmate of Dr. Pedro Rivera, AARV's president. We are very pleased to have him on the AARV Board of Directors!
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Nominations Are Open for AARV Membership Chair!
Do you know someone whom you feel would make an excellent contribution to leadership within the veterinary rehabilitation profession? AARV is now accepting nominations for Membership Chair on its Board of Directors. This position is a three-year term beginning in 2023. A brief description of this position follows.
AARV Membership Chair
Purpose: To increase overall membership of the AARV.
General Roles:
- Organize vendor booths at veterinary conferences.
- Reach out to new members using the internet or any kind of networking tools to determine rehab-trained veterinarians who are not members.
- Identify existing or potential member benefits for the purpose of recruitment and retention.
- Attend and participate in monthly AARV Board of Directors meetings as well as the annual meeting of the AARV.
- Manage the AARV membership database.
To submit a nomination or learn more about the responsibilities, please contact Dr. Pedro Rivera, AARV president, at president@rehabvets.org. If you are a nominee, please send your most current CV and a letter of intent to president@rehabvets.org.
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AARV Lecture Track Draws a Crowd at the IVAPM/AARV Pain Management Forum in Atlanta! |
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The IVAPM/AARV Pain Management Forum, held April 2-4 in Atlanta, was a great success! AARV's full-day lecture track on April 2 attracted a crowd with more than 70 people attending the lectures.
Our thanks to AARV members Dr. Kara Amstutz, Dr. Tari Kern, Dr. Evelyn Orenbuch, Dr. Cara McNamee, and Ms. Sarah Ostrin, who gave interesting and informative presentations during the lecture track.
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AARV also presented the 2023 John J. Sherman Award for Excellence in Veterinary Rehabilitation to Dr. Jessica Bunch at the Pain Management Forum in Atlanta. Our thanks to Royal Canin for sponsoring this award!
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Dr. Kara Amstutz (left) and Dr. Tari Kern (right) speaking during the AARV lecture track. |
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From left: Dr. Tari Kern, Ms. Sarah Ostrin, and Dr. Molly Flaherty at the IVAPM/AARV Pain Management Forum in Atlanta. |
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TECHNICIAN CORNER
Join Us in Charleston!
by Sarah Ostrin, CVT, VTS-Phys. Rehabilitation, CCRP, OCMC, CAPMC
AARV Technician Liaison
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We are looking forward to the ACVSMR annual symposium coming up April 27-29 in Charleston, South Carolina. The APRVT Board of Directors will be holding a lunch/dinner meeting during the conference and doing their pinning ceremony for the newest VTS members and for those who passed their renewal credentials this last year as well. A big congratulations to all who passed!
Join us in South Carolina, and take advantage of these great learning opportunities!
“Remember to breathe, inhale courage but exhale compassion.”
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Learn More About APRVT
The technicians 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!
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AARV Holds Hands-On Practicum for Purdue Veterinary Students |
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AARV hosted a special presentation on March 25 for the Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Club at Purdue University's College of Veterinary Medicine in West Lafayette, Indiana.
At the event, AARV President Dr. Pedro Rivera (PU-CVM '86) spoke about veterinary rehabilitation. Students also participated in a hands-on practicum led by instructors Dr. Teresa Calvert (PU-CVM '99), the owner of Westview Animal Clinic in Muncie, Indiana, and a proud AARV member; Michelle Rivera, VT, VDT; and Dr. Pedro Rivera.
Our thanks to student (and soon-to-be Dr.) Berkley Hoehn for coordinating this event and taking photos.
If you have a student club at your university that is interested in rehabilitation and sports medicine, complete the Student Club Registration Form on our website. We can help arrange a lecture at your school. |
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Attendees from Purdue's Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Club with four-legged assistants and AARV representatives. |
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Dr. Teresa Calvert (above at right) leads a student through a hands-on exercise. |
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Student Members:
Check Out the Student Section of Our Website!
by Molly Flaherty, DVM, CCRP, CVA, CVPP, CVSMT
University Liaison
Please see the student section of our website to view the benefits for student members. Membership is free to students enrolled in accredited veterinary, veterinary technician/nurse, and physical therapy programs.
Do you have a student club at your university that is interested in learning more about rehabilitation and sports medicine? Register Your Club! We can help arrange a rehab lecture in your school for registered student clubs. Contact university@rehabvets.org for more information.
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Join Our Speaker Registry! |
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The AARV wants you to be a speaker! We are developing a speaker registry and are requesting that interested members apply. This is an opportunity to engage in rehab education in your area of expertise! Consideration will be given to AARV members with accredited veterinary sports medicine/rehabilitation certification or ACVSMR diplomate or resident status. Venues may include, but are not restricted to, state, national and sports medicine/rehab specialty CE conferences, meetings and/or student club events. Speakers will be eligible for reimbursement for some travel expenses, which can be discussed upon application.
If you are interested in being a part of our speaker registry, please email president@rehabvets.org with the following information:
- Full name and college degrees
- Other certificates of attendance or certifications
- AARV membership (must be current)
- Area(s) of interest
- Home state and radius willing to travel
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Venues of interest, including virtual lectures, in-person lectures, professional CE events, student group lectures
Thanks so much for your willingness to share your knowledge!
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Thank You to Our Mentors! |
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The AARV would like to thank all of the rehabilitation professionals who have volunteered to mentor and offer job shadowing/externships to veterinary and veterinary technician students who are interested in rehabilitation. To see a complete list of our current externship opportunities, visit our website, log into the Members Area, and go to the Student Job Shadowing/Externships page.
If you would like to join our mentor list, please email Molly Flaherty, our University Liaison, at university@rehabvets.org.
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AARV Now Has More Than 1,200 Articles of Interest in Its Database! |
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AARV's searchable Articles of Interest Database has expanded to include 1,205 articles! The database now includes Articles of Interest for all of 2016 through December 2022 and is available to AARV members in the Members area of its website.
AARV will keep adding journal articles to the database each month to develop its usefulness as a research tool. 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.
Our thanks to Dr. Julia Tomlinson for selecting relevant journal articles each month and Dr. Kelli Martin, past Secretary, for preparing the articles for the database.
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Check the AARV Calendar for Upcoming Events
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.
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Connect with the AARV on LinkedIn! |
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Interested in submitting a classified ad or becoming a sponsor?
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Veterinary Rehabilitation Technician, Tampa, Florida
Florida Veterinary Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine is seeking a part-time or full-time veterinary rehabilitation technician. If not certified, we will train and support certification over time. We are a growing sports medicine and rehabilitation practice dedicated to high-quality patient care. We have a broad caseload of sporting dogs covering many disciplines as well as pet dogs recovering from a variety of orthopedic and neurologic issues. We offer all rehabilitation modalities and therapies. We currently have 3 FT therapists. You can learn more about our practice at www.floridavetrehab.com. Please submit cover letter and resume to dr.brown@floridavetrehab.com.
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Rehab Vet/Acupuncturist, Boulder, Colorado
Hiring for Rehab Vet/Acupuncturist in Boulder, CO.
Come join our amazing practice with the most supportive team ever. We are a 8 doctor rehab practice of veterinarians and physical therapists. It really is one of the happiest places to work, with a lot of collaboration and team decision making. We offer a competitive salary, PTO, Health and dental, 401k, moving expenses, CE allowance, short term disability, paid licenses, uniforms, workers comp, and reduced pet supplies/medications/food. Check out our instagram and website. Contact Danyel at info@walkingpawsrehab.com for more information.
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Veterinary Rehabilitation Director, Houston, Texas
GCVS is currently seeking a Board Certified Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation Specialist or a DVM with a CCRT or CCRP & experience in veterinary rehabilitation to be our new Rehabilitation Director.
The Rehabilitation Director will be responsible for overseeing the department and establishing appropriate rehabilitation plans for patients, in collaboration with GCVS specialists & referring veterinarians. The Rehabilitation Director will also oversee a tenured support staff.
GCVS offers competitive compensation as well as a full range of benefits. The ideal candidate is either a DVM or a Physical Therapist with significant experience developing treatment plans or overseeing a veterinary rehabilitation department for a specialty hospital. If interested, please contact Chass Robison, at Chass.Robison@NVAcompassionfirst.com. |
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Rehab Vet with Acupuncture Cert, Los Angeles, California
Two Hands Four Paws, the premier animal physical rehabilitation center in Los Angeles, is seeking a full-time licensed Veterinarian certified in acupuncture. Those new to the field are also encouraged to apply. We offer competitive salaries, paid time off, uniform and CE allowances, health insurance, a 401k and personal pet care discounts. Signing bonus or relocation compensation considered for the right candidates. We are independently owned so the work/life balance is very important to us and the work is very enriching. Pls send CV to leslie@twohandsfourpaws.com.
Salary range: $105K - $125K per year
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Rehabilitation Veterinarian, Avon Lake, Ohio
Up & Running Canine Rehabilitation is a fully equipped rehab facility that focuses on post op recovery, musculoskeletal injury, neurologic injury, chronic pain, quality of life interventions, & weight loss. Up & Running sets the standard in care with their CCRP team who specialize in pain management techniques to promote healing, comfort, & well-being. As part of the larger Avon Lake Animal Clinic campus, we offer various rehabilitation techniques & modalities for your canine companion "when only the best will do"! Our ideal candidate has been, or is currently, certified as CCRP or CCRT. For more information on our amenities or to apply, email Allison.Huggins@nva.com.
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Associate Veterinarian, Boise, Idaho
Join our integrative practice in Boise, Idaho as a full-time Associate Veterinarian. Our new hospital offers physical therapy, dentistry, and a wide range of services. Our culture values collaboration, diversity, and exceptional customer service. Our goal is to create an elevated veterinary experience for our team, patients, and community. We offer salary-based compensation with benefits and paid time off. Be part of our team and help us create a unique and exceptional veterinary experience with our collaborative and integrative approach. To apply, contact Brin Neiers of Habitat Veterinary Hospital at manager@habitatboise.com.
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Associate Veterinarian - 100% Integrative Medicine Practice, Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas
Caseload includes sports medicine, post-surgical, and age-related mobility care. We provide TCVM, rehab, chiropractic, underwater treadmill, laser, shockwave, custom bracing, and massage. We offer platelet rich plasma, diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound, radiography, pulsed electromagnetic therapy and gait analysis.
Texas veterinary practice license. Certification in acupuncture or rehabilitation. Relocation assistance for the right candidate. Prior TCVM and rehab experience a plus.
- Competitive base salary with competitive production-based bonus
- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k
- Paid dues, license fees, malpractice
- Paid vacation, travel reimbursement for continuing education
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Associate Holistic Veterinarian, Houston, Texas
Veterinary Chiropractic and Rehabilitation Clinic is currently searching for a dedicated Associate Veterinarian to join our team.
VCRC is a busy, free-standing, small and equine animal practice located in Houston, Texas. Our goal is to aid in the well-being of our patients using veterinary chiropractic, acupuncture, rehabilitation practices, as well as, nutrition counseling and herbal medicine.
Certifications in one or more of these modalities are preferred: Chiropractic, Acupuncture, and rehabilitation. Full or part-time positions are available.
We offer competitive pay and salary options. Practice buy-in also available.
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Please take a moment to visit our sponsors!
We've learned that some email programs may cut off the end of our newsletter. If you don't see the AARV mailing address at the end of the newsletter, click on "View Entire Message" to see our complete newsletter including special offers from our sponsors.
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TIER 1: GRANT & AWARD SPONSORS |
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Healing Oasis: 5% discount for AARV members on continuing education seminars
To redeem Healing Oasis discount: Contact Healing Oasis for details
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TIER 2: SPONSORS PROVIDING MEMBER DISCOUNTS |
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GingerLead: 50% discount off MSRP for any size order
To redeem GingerLead discount: Contact GingerLead for details
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My Pet's Brace: 10%-15% discount
To redeem My Pet's Brace discount: Contact My Pet's Brace for details
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Hudson Aquatic Systems: Receive a FREE Therapist Bench, a $332 value, with any new AquaPaws unit purchase.
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OrthoPets by Dassiet: 5% discount
To redeem OrthoPets discount: Contact OrthoPets for details
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Chi University: $500 off canine and equine rehabilitation courses.
To redeem the tuition discount, contact info@chiu.edu or mention the AARV discount during registration.
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Canine Rehabilitation Institute (CRI): 10% off most continuing education rehabilitation courses
To redeem CRI discount: Register online for a continuing education rehabilitation course, and click on the "AARV Member Discount" button during Step 2 of Checkout to receive the discounted rate.
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H2O For Fitness: Free custom paint job and one extra year of warranty for parts only.
To redeem H2O For Fitness offer, contact H2O at h2oforfitness.com and mention the AARV ad.
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DogLeggs: Free shipping for AARV members
To redeem DogLeggs discount: Contact DogLeggs for details
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Northeast Seminars/NC State Veterinary Medicine: 10% off any course or program.
To redeem the discount: Use the discount code "AARV" at checkout.
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HydroWorx: Special introductory pricing.
Contact us today, and reference the AARV ad, for our special introductory pricing.
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TIER 3: ADDITIONAL SPONSORS |
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Partner with us! We offer three opportunities for you to choose from. Find out more by clicking here. |
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