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TVMA News
This Weekend - Music City Veterinary Conference
February 24-27, 2011
Franklin Marriott Cool Springs
Pre-registration has closed. If you are interested in attending, you may register on-site.
Registration Desk will be open:
Thursday, February 24 - 5:00 pm-8:00 pm
Friday, February 25 - 7:00 am-4:00 pm
Saturday, February 26 - 7:00 am-4:00 pm
Sunday, February 27 - 7:00 am-12:00 pm
Rabies Antibody Titer Checks
will be offered to veterinarians and other animal health professionals from 7:30 a.m. until 11:45 a.m. on Saturday, February 26, of this spring's Music City Veterinary Conference. Cost is $50. More details are on the TVMA website.
TVMA Large Animal Practitioner Group Formed
A Large Animal Practitioner Group has been added as a part of TVMA. The focus of the group is to provide a means for an exchange of information specific to the large animal practice. If you are interested in participating and have not already signed up, please contact Deloris Green Gaines at the TVMA office, 931-438-0070 or green.delo@gmail.com.
UTCVM Large Animal Hospital Challenge
UTCVM is currently raising funds to support the planning and construction of the Large Animal Hospital. They have issued a challenge--if you give at least $12,500 by March 15, 2011, a donor will match your gift. TVMA Executive Board has agreed to donate $30,000 toward this challenge. If you are interested in making a donation but are unable to meet the minimum requirement of $12,500, here's an opportunity to add your donation to TVMA's. You may send your check (in any amount) to:
UTCVM Development Office
2407 River Drive
Knoxville, TN 37996-4550
Make your check payable to UTCVM and write on the memo line "Large Animal Hospital Challenge." For more details, you may contact Dr. Claire Eldridge at the UTCVM Development Office, 865.974.4379, or email to cvmdev@utk.edu. |
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Legislative Updates
The state Legislative session has begun. Watch your email for information regarding legislative issues which will affect your practice.
Oklahoma panel decide if non-vets are qualified to perform some procedures
The Oklahoma House Agriculture, Wildlife and Environment Committee has approved a bill that would create a committee to evaluate new technology for advanced medical procedures and determine whether some non-veterinarians are qualified to perform some of the procedures. The measure aims to quell disagreements between livestock farmers and veterinarians and bring resolution to the debate over whether non-veterinary equine dentists can legally perform teeth floating and other procedures in the state. Read More...
Senate to repeal of 1099 requirement; Veterinarians urge House to act as well
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) applauds the U.S. Senate for taking action to begin the process of repealing an unpopular requirement of the health care reform bill.
In his State of the Union address, President Barack Obama stated that he was willing to change the new 1099 reporting requirement of the Affordable Care Act, slated to go into effect in 2012. The U.S. Senate didn't hesitate to act, voting 81 to 17 with bipartisan support to attach an amendment to the FAA reauthorization bill to repeal the controversial 1099 requirement. The Senate is expected to complete its work on the reauthorization bill in the next month.
"Veterinarians will be hard hit by the massive amount of red tape this requirement will create if it isn't repealed," explains Dr. Larry Kornegay, president of the AVMA. "The damage created by this requirement on small business people, such as veterinarians, far outweighs the tax revenues it would generate."
The AVMA is joined in opposition to this new 1099 requirement by numerous organizations representing small businesses.
"The AVMA just released its 2011 Report on Veterinary Compensation, and it reveals that many of our veterinarians are already hurting during this recession. This isn't a good time to make it even more costly and difficult to be a small business owner in America," explains Dr. Ron DeHaven, chief executive officer of the AVMA. "We are encouraged that there is bi-partisan movement toward repeal of this costly and burdensome 1099 requirement in both the Senate and House of Representatives." Read More...
Go Forth and Advocate!
Dr. Mark Lutschaunig, Director of the GRD, participated in an Emerging Leaders Roundtable at the AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference in January. He was very impressed by the emerging leader's commitment and dedication to the veterinary profession. Their roundtable discussed the question "What can the AVMA do for me?" Read More... |
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Medical News
Researchers develop compound that could block MRSA infections A study in the PLoS Pathogens journal finds that mice were able to survive methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus infections after receiving RNPA1000, a compound that attacks a molecule that enables the superbug to flourish. Researchers say they hope to advance the treatment to human clinical trials. Read More...
Bad breath could prompt serious health problems in dogs Data from the American Veterinary Dental Society show that as many as 80% of dogs older than three years have some type of tooth and gum disease, which can lead to dental issues such as bad breath and bleeding gums, if left untreated. These dental issues also can trigger serious health conditions such as kidney, heart and liver diseases over the long term. Veterinarian Elizabette Cohen offers tips for maintaining a pet's dental health and eliminating doggy breath. Read More...
A sparkly, healthy smile isn't just for "Best in Show" Every pet - from a pampered show pooch to the family cat - needs and deserves clean teeth. Good dental health, after all, is one of the most important indicators of a pet's overall health. February is Pet Dental Health Month, and the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) is offering pet owners valuable tips on the importance of dental health and how to brush and care for their pet's teeth. "According to the American Dental Association, 80 percent of adults brush their teeth twice a day, but most of us ignore the dental health of our pets," explains Dr. Sheldon Rubin in an AVMA video on pet dental health. "Dental disease is very common in both dogs and cats; 80 percent of our dogs and 70 percent of our cats show some signs of dental disease by the age of three. Gum disease leads to tooth loss and infections that can spread to the internal organs." The video offers easy-to-follow instructions and demonstrates methods of training your pet to accept a toothbrush and regular teeth cleaning. Other tips on keeping your pets teeth clean and healthy are provided. Watch the video...
Wisconsin cat contracts H1N1 flu virus A cat in Wisconsin tested positive for the H1N1 flu virus Monday, according to an industry alert issued by IDEXX Reference Laboratories, which said the case is the first confirmation of the virus in a house-cat reported this year. Some members of the family who owned the cat reportedly had been sick with flu-like symptoms. Owners exhibiting flu signs are advised to avoid contact with pets, per this article. Read More... |
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Regulatory
Pharmacists say proposed FDA rules are not in animals' best interest Pharmacists are taking issue with proposed FDA regulations that would prohibit them from creating animal medications by compounding pure chemicals to create gels and liquids as alternatives to pills. Veterinarians say the change would limit their ability to ensure proper dosages of drugs for animals based on a patient's species and size. Read More...
Clarification on FDA drug regulation article listed above
Dr. Lynne White-Shim clarifies that the situation isn't what the media has reported it to be. Based on the recent articles in the media, there seems to be confusion about the FDA's Intent to regulate unapproved animal drugs. Read More...
AVMA Meets with International Academy of Compounding Pharmacists
The AVMA recently met with Executive Vice President David Miller and Vice-President of Government Affairs Sarah Dodge of the International Academy of Compounding Pharmacists (IACP), an association which represents more than 2,000 pharmacists and technicians who focus on the specialty practice of pharmacy compounding. IACP has been advocating strongly for the use of bulk ingredients in veterinary compounding. Read More...
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Practice Management
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How do you know whether you're a good boss? It can be tough for bosses to get a true picture of how well they're doing with their staffs, so Chicago small-business owner Jay Goltz has created a list of 10 questions to help determine whether you're a good boss. The list is designed to figure out whether you're providing workers with a respectful environment that offers them the support they need to do their best work and room to develop their careers. Read More...
DVM applicants up in 2011
Applications to U.S. veterinary schools are back up again, after a decrease in applications last year. Read More...
5 tips for negotiating with credit card processors
Business owners should keep a skeptical eye on credit card processing contracts, writes Stella Fayman, who offers five tips for lowering your fees. For instance, when processing rates of 1% are advertised, ask about the fees for reward cards or commercial cards, which she writes will be "much, much higher." Avoid that kind of tiered pricing by asking for an "interchange plus" contract, Fayman advises. Read More...
Recession impacts many veterinary incomes Veterinarians are feeling the impact of the recession, and it's hitting many with salary decreases, according to the 2011 American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Report on Veterinary Compensation. "It's important to note that average salaries did decline in some types of private practice, including equine and large animal, but these declines clearly could have been worse," says Dr. Karen Felsted, CPA, MS, CVPM, chief executive officer of the National Commission on Veterinary Economic Issues. "We know that veterinary visits have declined due to the recession. Veterinarians are not recession proof." Read More... |
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UTCVM News
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The University Of Tennessee Nuclear Medicine Short Course. Friday March 25, 2011 thru Sunday, March 27, 2011. For more information about the seminar, please Click Here. For Hotel reservations, please contact the Knoxville Marriott Hotels & Resorts.
UT sets plan for hiring Institute of Agriculture chancellor The search committee charged with finding a new chancellor to lead the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture met Monday for the first time and outlined a plan to have a new leader in place by early summer. The committee, chaired by UT Knoxville Chancellor Jimmy Cheek, is searching for a replacement for Joe DiPietro, who was selected as the UT system's president in October. DiPietro has emphasized finding his successor at the agriculture campus as one of his most immediate priorities. The position is considered vital, not only academically but also because of the institute's intimate involvement in the state-backed switchgrass biofuels initiative. The institute also is considered the most visible and accessible UT enterprise, with an extension office in each of Tennessee's 95 counties. The university hired the firm Parker Executive Search of Atlanta to help solicit candidates and review applicants, according to a university invoice. In the contract, UT agrees to pay the firm 30 percent of the first-year salary of the candidate who is hired, with a cap of $75,000, plus expenses. Read More...
UTCVM is offering a conference dedicated to the health and management of the horse. A good horse owner is an educated horse owner. We invite you to increase your horse knowledge. Whether you have owned horses for years or are new to the horse world, come and see what is new or find out answers to those questions you have always wondered about. Read More...
Deadline to apply for the Veterinary Summer Experience is March 18, 2011 The Veterinary Summer Experience Program seeks to provide worthwhile opportunities for students interested in veterinary medicine while simultaneously generating a pool of potential veterinary students. To this end, the program has been designed to provide valuable educational experiences and acquaint students with all facets of our exciting profession. Students will work in a local veterinary practice in their hometown for seven weeks and then spend one week in Knoxville as guests of the veterinary college. For More Information...
UTCVM Open House - April 16, 2011 from 9 AM - 4 PM. Every spring, the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary medicine students organize an Open House for the community. This year's event will be one-day only. Read More...
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AVMA News
Call for speakers -- 2012 AVMA Annual Convention
Video explains AVMA's policy on cattle dehorning
A recently released video from AVMA offers tips for alleviating the pain cattle experience during the surgical procedure of dehorning. To reduce the associated pain, AVMA recommends that dehorning be done when animals are young and to consider the use of local anesthetics and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicines. Read More...
Leadership development opportunity available for recent grads, emerging leaders.
The AVMA is offering a year-long Future Leaders Program to identify and develop volunteer leaders for the AVMA and other organized veterinary groups. Open to anyone who has graduated from veterinary school within the last 15 years, this pilot program will bolster leadership and problem-solving skills related to organized veterinary medicine.
Up to 10 participants will be chosen to take part in various leadership and project management training exercises, working with a professional facilitator, and to work together on one focused project impacting organized veterinary medicine. Details about the program, including participation requirements and nomination forms, are available on the AVMA Website.
Please submit nominations via email to FutureLeaders@avma.org, via fax to 847-925-9329, or via mail to AVMA Division of Scientific Activities, 1931 N. Meacham Rd, Suite 100, Schaumburg, IL 60173. All nominations are due by March 21 and should include the nomination form and a 1-2 page resume.
The 2012 AVMA Annual Convention will be held in San Diego, Aug. 4 to 7. AVMA member veterinarians and other interested individuals are invited to submit proposals for presentation at the 2012 AVMA Annual Convention. Deadline for proposals is Feb. 28. For more information, visit the AVMA Convention website
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State Veterinarian's Office News |
Heads up on possible future Trichomoniasis import regulations for bulls. There is increasing concern about Trichomoniasis positive bulls entering our state.
State News
This year at the TVMA conference in February, there will be a combined booth for USDA APHIS Veterinary Services and the Tennessee Department of Agriculture -This is a general Animal Health informational booth for veterinarians. Information will be available relative to veterinary accreditation, state and federal animal health programs, program disease work, traceability, interstate movement of livestock, certificates of veterinary inspection,Tennessee Ag Enhancement program (state cost share programs for vets and producers), C.E.Kord Animal Disease Diagnostic Lab services as well as any other current animal health issues.
Federal News
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has extended the deadline for accredited veterinarians to elect to participate in the National Veterinary Accreditation Program (NVAP) until further notice.
Visit the website at www.aphis.usda.gov/nvap for information on participation and FAQ's.
You may contact the TN Area NVAP Coordinator Lisa Pollett at 615-781-5310 with any questions or concerns on the program or participation. |
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Dates to Remember |
- February 24-27, 2011 - Music City Veterinary Conference - Franklin, TN
- March 21, 2011 - Nominations due for Future Leaders Program
- March 25-27, 2011 - The University of Tennessee Nuclear Medicine Short Course
- 2011 - World Veterinary Year - 250th Year Anniversary of Veterinary Medicine
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Classifieds |
Would like to purchase a veterinary hospital in mid-central Tennessee. Please contact Lance Weidenbaum, DVM at 561-716-7304 or weidenbaums@yahoo.com.
Would like to purchase a veterinary hospital in the Nashville area. I have 10 years of ownership experience . Please contact Dr Susan Brennan drbrennan@verizon.net or 410 320 9199.
AFP MINI-MEDICAL/90: Self contained processor, stand, tanks, hoses included. 1 year of age, ONLY 200 Films Run. Maintenanced monthly via XME $3,500. 615-591-6886 office
Knoxville Practice: REDUCED -Poor health forces sale of small animal/exotics/wildlife; one door facility. Very low overhead always in the black; perfect for new vet/satellite/or spay/neuter business. Purchase Price includes BOTH PROPERTY AND PRACTICE, $139,900. 865-673-5047.
Nashville Practice: For lease or sale. Located at a very busy Nashville Tennessee intersection. This location is currently empty. It has been a veterinary clinic for about 60+/- years. Owner is interested in selling property or would also consider lease or lease purchase options. The current location will need some remodeling and the owner is willing to discuss renovations with a new tenant. The price is right and the location is great. For more information please call Tammie Reddy @615-260-1121. 30 Watt C02 Ultra Pulse Laser - Brand new and still in the crate. Six month limited warranty. Will teach you how to use it!! $8999. Animal Emergency, Critical Care and Referral Center. 865-693-4440.
Between Knoxville and Nashville, this town keeps outdoor enthusiasts entertained. Solo, SA prx grossing $484K. Operates 4.5 days/week with few emergencies. About an acre of RE on busy road. 2,500SF facility. $875K for Prx & RE. (TN5A) Simmons Southeast www.simmonsinc.com, 800-333-1984, Rebecca@saase.com.
Idexx Vet Test 8008 Blood Chemistry Machine - Excellent working condition. Maintenance Agreement Available for purchase from Idexx. $450.00 (not including shipping fees of
approximately $35.00) For futher information email knkapoor.pvc@charter.net
Knoxville small animal practice for sale. $395K, includes real estate. Reply to tennvet1@gmail.com
Brentwood small animal practice for sale. Need to sell ASAP due to health issues. 9 miles south of downtown Nashville. Established for 9 years with loyal clientele and 3000 SF leased space in an excellent location. Well-equipped with laser and built-in 1500 SF kennel facility. No emergency calls. YTD gross-432k, 2009 gross-650k, 2008 730k. Great Music City opportunity. Contact Rich Miles at 615-312-8280 or rich.miles@capstonebusinessadvisors.com
Small Animal Practice for sale. Located about 15 miles NW of Nashville. Established for 12 years with loyal clientele. Includes real estate Contact email: tennessee794@gmail.com Blue Ridge Mountains! Breathtaking N. GA, this small mountain town offers numerous outdoor activities & picturesque views. Gross apprx $600K & personal income over $200K. Nicely equipped, small loyal staff, only open 4.5 days a week. Priced to sell. Owner ready to retire! $805K for practice & several acres. (GA11C) Simmons Southeast www.simmonsinc.com, 800-333-1984, Rebecca@saase.com Phone: 615-414-4613 |
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