American Veterinary Medical Law Association

11/15/2024

Don't miss our upcoming events! Join us for insights and networking.

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10/22/2024

Board Complaints and What a Practitioner Should Do. We're getting ready for an insightful AVMLA webinar on October 22 at 8 PM ET, where our expert panel will discuss “Board Complaints and What a Practitioner Should Do.” Gain valuable knowledge from Bonnie Lutz, BS, JD; Lance Roasa, DVM, JD; Jim Wilson, DVM, JD; and Rob Simpson, DVM, JD, as they share their expertise on navigating board complaints in veterinary practice. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your understanding and preparedness in handling these critical issues.

Panel:
Bonnie Lutz, BS, JD
Lance Roasa, JD, DVM
Debra Hamilton Law and Mediation
Jim Wilson, DVM, JD
Rob Simpson, DVM, JD

10/13/2024

Please join us as we recognize, appreciate and celebrate National Veterinary Technician Week!

10/08/2024

Register: AVMLA.org

09/25/2024

AVMLA Sept. MMM: Medical Recordkeeping for Veterinarians
Guest speakers: Lance Roasa, DVM, JD, Jim Wilson, DVM, JD, Rob Simpson, DVM, JD and Jerry A. Greene, DVM, MS.

09/24/2024

Join us for an engaging discussion with our distinguished speakers, who offer a unique blend of expertise as both veterinarians and attorneys. They will share their insights and experiences on:

Real-world cases presented before the Veterinary Licensing Board
Triggers for license reviews and reporting requirements
The veterinary license review process
Strategies for navigating veterinary licensing laws
Handling license reviews related to inadequate record-keeping
Best practices in veterinary record-keeping to prevent licensing issues
Our speakers will provide valuable perspectives from both the veterinary and legal fields, offering a comprehensive understanding of the licensing review process.

Key Points of Interest:

Insights into the Veterinary Licensing Board review process
Legal and professional strategies for managing license reviews
The critical role of proper record-keeping in veterinary practice
Real-life case studies and experiences
Tips for maintaining good standing with licensing boards
Don’t miss this chance to learn from three highly experienced professionals in veterinary medicine and law. Their combined expertise promises an informative and engaging session for all AVMLA members.

Register Now:
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09/22/2024

Congress considers bill helping with costs of veterinary care, pet insurance....

New bipartisan legislation introduced in Congress would help Americans manage the costs of veterinary care and pet insurance by authorizing tax-advantaged health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts for pets and service animals.

09/02/2024

AVMLA wishes to honor our professionals this Labor Day!

08/22/2024

📰Veterinary news from overseas...
Vets extend strike in first industrial action to hit Britain’s pet-care sector

Staff at a practice in Wales have accused its private-equity-backed owner of poor pay and overcharging customers

08/21/2024

The American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) has awarded a $50,000 grant as part of the charitable organization’s continuing support of veterinary relief efforts in Ukraine since the Russian invasion two years ago.

The American Veterinary Medical Foundation recently awarded a $50,000 grant to maintain a mobile veterinary clinic in Ukraine and purchase food for thousands of the country’s animals.

08/19/2024

📰Veterinary policy news from the UK:

The rise of the controversial XL Bully dog breed in the UK has resulted in heated discussions and policy changes.

The controversial rise of XL Bully dogs has sparked heated discussions and serious policy changes across the UK. Experts and local authorities are now grappling…

08/17/2024

A veterinarian, Col. Stephanie Bragg was recently named the next commander of Womack Army Medical Center (WAMC) at Fort Liberty, North Carolina.

WAMC is one of the flagship hospitals of U.S. Army Medicine and the Defense Health Agency, providing health care to about 200,000 individuals, from active-duty service men and women to retirees to their families.

Col. Stephanie Mont was recently named the next commander of Womack Army Medical Center (WAMC) at Fort Liberty, North Carolina.

08/15/2024

The FDA has confirmed the safety of Purina pet foods after investigating adverse event reports, tested products, and conducted facility inspections of Purina pet foods after allegations appeared on social media.

The Food and Drug Administration announced July 31 that no public health concerns are associated with Nestlé Purina Pet Care pet food after completing a review of the products that generated a jump in adverse event reports last year.

08/09/2024

Veterinary Medicine in the news 📰....
New York pet owners may soon see a change in their pet insurance policies. Legislators recently passed a law that establishes industry standards in the state and gives New York's Department of Financial Services oversight of the industry.

New York pet owners may soon see a change in their pet insurance policies. Legislators recently passed a law that establishes industry standards in the state and gives New York's Department of Financial Services oversight of the industry. The law requires pet insurers operating in New York to follow...

07/30/2024

New legislation in Oklahoma, Missouri, and Nebraska limits the use of PEMF (pulsed electromagnetic field) therapy to licensed veterinarians.

New regulations on the popular PEMF therapy have affected practitioners and horse owners in several states.

07/28/2024

Does HIPAA apply to veterinarians?

HIPAA does not apply to veterinarians because veterinarians do not conduct transactions that would qualify them as HIPAA covered entities.

07/27/2024

The largest ever fine in an animal welfare case was assessed to a company that bred Beagles for research and plead guilty last month to violating the federal Animal Welfare Act (AWA) by neglecting thousands of dogs at its Cumberland, Virginia, breeding facility.

A company that bred Beagles for research will pay more than $35 million after pleading guilty last month to violating the federal Animal Welfare Act (AWA) by neglecting thousands of dogs at its Cumberland, Virginia, breeding facility. The payment includes the largest ever fine in an animal welfare c...

07/26/2024

The CDC has announced a substantial revision its new rule on dog importation to the U.S. as it relates to dogs from rabies-free and low risk dog rabies countries. The new importation requirements will take effect August 1 and are meant to prevent a reintroduction of canine rabies into the country.

In a change of course, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says for dogs that have only been in dog rabies-free or low-risk countries in the past six months before U.S. entry, the CDC Dog Import Form is the only form that is needed, starting August 1.