American Association of Fish Veterinarians -AAFV

27/12/2024

Yes it is!

23/12/2024

We are so proud of the new American Board of Veterinary Practitioners Diplomates for Fish Practice!

Welcome Dr A. Carla Phillips Savage, a new Fish Practice Diplomate!

Dr. A. Carla Phillips Savage is an Associate Professor of Practice in the Department of Population Health Sciences at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine (VMCVM). She joined the Center for Public and Corporate Veterinary Medicine (CPCVM) in the VMCVM in August 2022 as part of the veterinary team that focuses on training and preparing veterinary students and graduate veterinarians who wish to pursue career paths outside of private practice. Dr. Savage completed her DVM and master’s degree in Food Animal Medicine at the University of the West Indies (UWI), St. Augustine Campus in Trinidad and Tobago, and she attended the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida, as a Fulbright Scholar, where she earned her PhD in Aquatic Animal Medicine. Upon completion of her PhD, she returned to Trinidad and Tobago, re-joining the UWI School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM) where she introduced aquatic animal medicine to the UWI-SVM’s veterinary curriculum. While there she also served in many capacities nationally and regionally including on the country's National Aquaculture Task Force for the Implementation of the Food Production Action Plan; on the Management and Advisory Committee of the Caribbean Fisheries Training and Development Institute as Chair for Curriculum Development and Training; as the Fish and Shellfish Health Consultant for state-owned aquaculture facilities in Trinidad and Tobago; and as the World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH, formerly OIE) National Focal Point for Aquatic Animal Diseases for Trinidad and Tobago, before returning to the United States and joining the VMCVM. In 2018, she was awarded as one of 77 women who have made outstanding contributions in their respective disciplines, the community, and the Caribbean region. In 2021, her professional contributions to the field of Aquatic Medicine and Aquatic Ecosystem Health and Conservation in Trinidad and Tobago and the Wider Caribbean were recognized by the Anthony N. Sabga Caribbean Awards for Excellence, where she was selected and named a 2021 Laureate in the field of Science and Technology. Dr. Savage continues to work on community development, food security, and aquatic ecosystem health-based projects internationally. She is an advocate for the promotion of the One Health principle in addressing threats to the health and conservation of aquatic ecosystems, and the overall improvement of human, animal and environmental health.

07/11/2024

NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR AAFV EXECUTIVE BOARD
Now seeking nominations for the following positions on the 2025 AAFV Exec Board:
President Elect (2026 President)
Treasurer
Director-at-Large

Information regarding each position can be found on the AAFV website. Nominations including name, desired position, and a brief bio are due to Past President Ashley Emanuele at [email protected] by 11/21/24. Voting will commence 12/1/24 with an anticipated announcement of 12/14/24.
Thank you!

06/11/2024

Coming Up! FREE VIN AQUTIC ROUNDS

Nov 10th 9 PM ET Dr. Susan Fogelson of will present.

More info to come soon.

29/10/2024

Setting up a tank for pet fish requires careful consideration of species-specific needs, including temperature, acidity and light, and it may take two to four weeks for bacteria in tanks to stabilize, says veterinarian Judilee Marrow. New fish should be quarantined in a separate tank before they are introduced to an established tank, tank conditions should be monitored closely, fish must be handled carefully, and they must be fed properly to avoid obesity, Dr. Marrow says. Finally, the internet is awash in misinformation about fish care, so fish owners should consult with an experienced veterinarian.

25/10/2024

All the Pacific Northwest Fish Veterinarians ❤️

24/10/2024

FHS Group Photo at AAFV Seattle!
Fish Health Section of the American Fisheries Society

24/10/2024

Thank you Seattle Aquarium for an amazing banquet event and admission during the conference.

We raised $2500 for our 2025 Veterinarian Student Scholarships fund! That's 5 students who will get funds to use for aquatic programs, externships and other educational opportunities that aren't covered during school!

23/10/2024

Thank you Butterfly Network, Inc for helping aquatic eye medicine advance with Bliss Animal Eye Care, Inc.

23/10/2024

Hope everyone is settling back home after the amazing Seattle Conference! We will be posting pictures, so send them in if you have any to share!

Thank you Keta Creek Hatchery for the amazing tour!

22/10/2024

22/10/2024

Diplomates in the news!

ABVP Fish Regent, Dr. Johnny Shelley, presenting at the American Association of Fish Veterinarian conference in Seattle, WA on applying for the new ABVP Fish Practice Specialty. Https://fishvets.org

21/10/2024

Have you got your bids in yet??

https://aafv.betterworld.org/auctions/2024-seattle-aafv-silent-auction?fbclid=IwY2xjawGCisZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHQ1YjVEHihZgQm6pTISv10ZwJDAf47gwe99xZhhCw2uxbR6hcCx248ZLPQ_aem_Pz8oBk5Hsy-HhXrpAWr9Ew

21/10/2024

Rainbow for the Seattle Aquarium Banquet!

20/10/2024

Thank you for coming! Everyone loved all the fish eye and Dive Trip CE content!

20/10/2024

Dr. Roy and Dr. Greg are watching all the way from Madagascar! Join the virtual chat to connect!

20/10/2024