Apply to be the IVMA Emerging Leader Liaison

Applications are now being accepted to become an Emerging Leader Liaison (ELL) to the Administrative Committee for the IVMA. The purpose of this position is to provide a link and build relationships between recent veterinary school graduates and the IVMA. This position is open to any IVMA member who has graduated from veterinary school within the last 7 years.

The Emerging Leader Liaison will attend select meetings and events. As compensation, the ELL will receive a one-year IVMA membership, all travel expenses to attend meetings, and paid registration to some veterinary conferences.

For a full list of job responsibilities and how to apply visit the IVMA website under “Membership/Recent Graduates”. Application deadline is April 3.

Spring Clean up at Living History Farms

Living History Farms, the interactive outdoor agriculture museum in Urbandale, will be opening on May 1. In preparation for the opening, IVMA members will spend a few hours cleaning up the Heck Veterinary Infirmary at the 1875 Town of Walnut Hill.

Want to help? Volunteers will spend 2-3 hours sprucing up the interior and exterior of the historic veterinary clinic on Friday, April 21, beginning at 9:00 am. Lunch will be provided, and each volunteer will receive a free admission pass to come back and tour the farm this summer. To register, call the IVMA office at 800-369-9564 or email at ivma@iowavma.org.

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Join new AVMA Committee to Advance Veterinary Technicians

The AVMA is seeking nominations for positions on the newly created Committee on Advancing Veterinary Technicians and Technologists (CAVTT). The purpose of the Committee is to advise the Board of Directors on matters of importance to the veterinary technology profession.

The deadline for receipt of applications for CAVTT candidates is March 31, 2023. The application form and a more detailed description of the responsibilities of each position are available here on the AVMA website.

Please submit all nominations (nomination form and 1-2 page resume) via email to OfficeEVP@avma.org.  Please feel free to contact OfficeEVP@avma.org with any questions. 

VMLRP Applications are Open for 2023

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture announced the 2023 application cycle for the federal Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program (VMLRP) opened March 1.

The VMLRP allows qualifying veterinarians to offset a significant portion of their educational debt in return for serving in high-priority veterinary shortage situations.

The VMLRP request for applications and the 2023 designated veterinary shortage situations are now available. A new requirement this year is a letter outlining intent to apply. Specific instructions are available on the VMLRP website. The deadline for the letter of intent is April 3, and the application deadline is April 17.

VMLRP staff will host live FAQ sessions from 4-5 p.m. EDT on March 16 and from 4-5 p.m. EDT on March 28. Questions about the VMLRP application process may be emailed to VMLRP.applications@USDA.gov.

Have you Submitted Your Heartworm Data?

Every three years, the American Heartworm Society (AHS) conducts a Heartworm Incidence Survey of veterinary professionals from across the country. The data from this survey enable the AHS to create a comprehensive heartworm incidence map that helps define the risk of

heartworm, both nationally and regionally, for the veterinary profession and the pet-owning public.

The online survey takes only a few minutes to complete but will benefit you, your profession, and your clients. Just one survey per practice, please. Survey deadline is tomorrow, March 15!

The new map will be released in April, which just happens to be Heartworm Awareness Month. For more information visit www.hartwormsociety.org.

Join the Honey Bee Veterinary Consortium

The Honey Bee Veterinary Consortium (HBVC) was created to bring together students and professionals from all segments of veterinary medicine and animal science who care about honey bees and beekeeping.

The consortium provides education to veterinarians and apiarists on how to integrate veterinary care into beekeeping. This involves education on honey bee diseases and husbandry as well as a platform where beekeepers and researchers can identify bee-knowledgeable veterinarians. 

The HBVC holds an annual conference offering beginner and advanced tracks, wet labs and RACE approved continuing education (CE) credits in topics including:

• Honey bee anatomy, physiology, and husbandry
• Issues affecting honey bee health including diseases, pests, pesticides and toxins  
• What veterinarians need to know when working with large scale and hobbyist beekeepers, especially with regards to the VFD and apiary biosecurity

Membership is just $35 per annum for professionals and $10.00 per annum for students!  

More information can be found at hbvc.org.

Invite Your Community To ISU's Animal Learning Day

The IVMA will again be participating in Animal Learning Day in Ames on April 15. The event takes place 9:00 am -1:00 pm at the Hansen Learning Center at Iowa State University and is sponsored by the Iowa State Block and Bridle Club.

This free, fun event provides the public with the opportunity to learn about animals in agriculture through hands-on activities with real animals, interactive displays and educational exhibits.

We'd love to have your community join us at Animal Learning Day! Will you help us promote the clinic to your clients? Please print the Animal Learning Day flyer and display it at your clinic.

Would you like to help at Animal Learning Day?

A few volunteers are needed to staff the IVMA table, assist with a photo booth, hand out give-a-ways and answer questions from the public. If you can help, please contact the IVMA office at ivma@iowavma.org or 800-369-9564.

Thank you! We hope to see you on April 15 at Animal Learning Day!