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TVMA News
TVMA wishes you a very Merry Christmas
and a Happy New Year!
Update on the Mandatory Prescription Bill - Thanks to your boots-on-the-ground efforts, H.R. 1406, the Fairness to Pet Owners Act, a bill that would require veterinarians to write a prescription at the time of prescribing a product for a companion animal, regardless of whether or not you would also be dispensing the product to your client, continues to be stalled in the House. This legislation would also require veterinarians to provide a written disclosure notifying the pet owner that they may fill the prescription through you, the prescriber, or another pharmacy. Efforts are underway to introduce similar legislation in the Senate. We need your help again. Call your Senators today and encourage them to not support any legislation that would mandate veterinarians to write out prescriptions - something veterinarians already do. Click here for talking points and information on how to contact your Senator.
New Reporting Guidelines for Controlled Substances A new report form for those who dispense controlled substances has been made available. Information obtained from the Tennessee Department of Health indicates that even though the required fields remain the same, more options are available in the drop down columns. An online manual is available once you have logged in. For more information on the form, visit their website or contact Optimum Technology at 866-683-9771.
2012 Music City Veterinary Conference - March 9-11. Some of the speakers and topics are listed below:
Rebecca Kirby, DVM - Emergency and Critical Care
Todd Tams, DVM - Small Animal Gastrointestinal Medicine
Dave Van Metre, DVM - Food Animal Medicine
Greg Ogilvie, DVM - Oncology
Gary Norsworthy, DVM - Feline Medicine
Johnathon (Bert) Dodd, DVM - Dentistry
Dave Hustead, DVM - Vaccine Protocol
Todd Huspeni, DVM - Parasitology
Sherman Canapp, DVM - Orthopedic Surgery
Sharon Center, DVM - Liver Diseases
Nancy Loes, DVM - Nutritional Supplements
Teresa DeFrancesco, DVM - Cardiology
Wendy Myers, President of Comm Solutions for Veterinarians
Ben Nabors, DVM - Equine
Heath King, DVM - Equine
Cathleen Mochal King, DVM - Equine
Jennifer Allen, DVM - Technician
Kelly Baltzell, MA - Social Media & Marketing
Greg Brown, MS - Suture Science & Selection
Cheryl Cross, DVM - Alternative Medicine
Michael Murray, DVM
Kurt Grimm, DVM - Pain Management
Marc Bercovitch, DVM & Linda Holste, DVM - Endocrine Diseases
Richard Ford, DVM - Erhlichiosis
Meagan Frazier, Esq TVMA Lobbyist - Legislative Update
Kim Johnson, DVM - Veterinary Onocology Patient Care
Marian Little, DVM - Mgmnt. of PPID with Prascend
Sharon Patton, DVM
Cory Pinel, DVM - Stem Cell Therapy
Chris & Nicole Piscitelli, DVMs - Respiratory Diseases
Speaker Highlight:
Greg K. Ogilvie, DVM - Dr. Ogilvie is director of the Angel Care Cancer Center at California Veterinary Specialists, president of the Special Care Foundation for Companion Animals and is Division Director of Veterinary Oncology at the University of California-San Diego, Moores Cancer Center.
Care Beyond a Cure: Amazing Advances in Veterinary Oncology
Sunday, March 11, 2012 8am-3:25pm
Let us entertain you with the HOUNDS!
Get your ticket for the TVMA Awards Banquet on Saturday night, March 10, 2012 so you can hear the sounds of "The Sound Hounds" following the award ceremony.
Come hear your favorite hound:
Dr. Allan Baker, Dr. John Collier, Dr. Jerry Flatt, Dr. Don Pearl, Dr. Danielle Mannis, Sheridan Davis, Stephen Flatt and Haley Mannis
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UTCVM News
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The University of Tennessee Vet School and Oxbow Animal Health proudly present Small Pets 101, an informational seminar for existing and potential pocket pet owners about the rewards of being a small pet parent and ensuring a positive pet experience for the whole family. Featured presenters include Dr. Cheryl Greenacre, veterinarian and professor at University of Tennessee, and Dr. Micah Kohles, veterinarian and Director of Technical Services at Oxbow Animal Health. Peggy Barron with Knoxville Guinea Pig Rescue will be on hand to answer questions about small pet adoptions. The event will include door prizes, children's activities, and information on care, nutrition and signs of illness in small pocket pets. The seminar will be held on Monday, January 9, 2012 from 6:00-8:00pm at the University of Tennessee Vet School, Room A118.
UTCVM Annual Conference
February 3-5, 2012
Knoxville Marriott
For more information and online registration, contact Barbara Campbell at bcampbe4@utk.edu or 865-974-7264 or go online at www.vet.utk.edu. |
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State News
The Kord Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory is an AAVLD Accredited Laboratory and a member of the National Animal Health Laboratory Network (NAHLN). Kord offers extensive small and large animal services at an affordable rate. Tennessee veterinarians are encouraged to support Tennessee's state laboratory. Click here for a price list. |
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Sea Grant and AVMA join forces to raise awareness on medicine disposal -The most common poisons that threaten our beloved pets are our own medicines-drugs such as ibuprofen, acetaminophen, antidepressants, and ADHD medications. Any medication, even those prescribed for a pet, can pose a risk to dogs or cats that might eat whatever they find.For this reason and more, the National Sea Grant College Program and the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) have forged a formal partnership to raise awareness about the need for proper storage and disposal of unused medicines. Read More... |
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Cargill Animal Nutrition Recalls River Run and Marksman Dry Dog Food - http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm282753.htm
P&G Voluntarily Recalls One Production Lot of Dry Dog Food - http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm282506.htm
Advanced Animal Nutrition Recalls Dog Power Dry Dog Food - http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm283362.htm
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- December 6-9 - UTCVM December Conference
- December 8 - UTCVM Equine Power Dentistry Course
- 2011 - World Veterinary Year - 250th Year Anniversary of Veterinary Medicine
- January 8, 2012 - VMC Conference in Memphis - It's What's Up Front That Counts...And More!
- January 9, 2012 - Small Pets 101 - UT Vet School
- February 3-5, 2012 - UTCVM Annual Conference - The Knoxville Marriott
- March 9-11, 2012 - Music City Veterinary Conference
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Busy, solo, rural mixed animal practice located on the scenic Cumberland Plateau for sale immediately. Equine and bovine with much potential for small animal growth. Close to trail riding facilities of East Fork and Big South Fork. Established clientele. Minimal accounts receivable; most clients pay at time of service. Crossville 20 minutes, Jamestown 15 minutes. For more information, contact Dr. Jim Little, 931-510-9980.
PS Broker, Inc-Veterinary Practice Brokers with 25+ years experience in the Veterinary Practice Brokerage field. We offer Seller Representation, Buyer Representation, and Practice Valuations. We currently have listings Nationwide! PS Broker, Inc.; 1-800-636-4740; www.psbroker.com; info@psbroker.com
Would like to purchase a veterinary hospital in mid-central Tennessee. Please contact Lance Weidenbaum, DVM at 561-716-7304 or weidenbaums@yahoo.com.
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
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.
PRICE REDUCED Between Knoxville and Nashville, an outdoor enthusiast's dream setting. Great commercial location! Solo, SA prx grossing $485K. Prx & RE $775K. Operates 4.5 days/week. 2,500SF facility on 1 acre. Owner motivated, call today! (TN5A) Simmons Southeast www.simmonsinc.com, 800-
333-1984, southeast@simmonsinc.com
Idexx Vet Test 8008 Blood Chemistry Machine - Excellent working condition. Maintenance Agreement Available for purchase from Idexx. $450.00 or best offer (not including shipping fees of approximately $35.00). For further information email knkapoor.pvc@charter.net
Knoxville small animal practice for sale. $395K, includes real estate. Reply to tennvet1@gmail.com
Blue Ridge Mtns, GA. Only prx in this quaint town that borders NC, GA & TN. Mountain living lifestyle may be just what you need. SA gross apprx $711K. Small loyal staff, open 4.5 days/week. No brd or grm. Visit this town and practice while fall is in the air. Prx & 3 acres only $805K. (GA11C) Simmons Southeast: www.simmonsinc.com, 800-333-1984, southeast@simmonsinc.com
For sale: Established small animal hospital in a residential setting 400 yards from I-75 in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Includes real estate. Partial owner financing may be available. Additional land available. Total 3 acres.
Contact Oscar Brock 423/413-4309
Veterinary hospital for sale. Upscale community 15 miles south of Memphis. Four year old building, high profit, no emergencies, $500,000.00 gross, owner ready to retire. Can bring home $100k after note. 901-304-9386 or rfvdvm@hotmail.com. For sale: 2002 4x4 White Ford Ranger with vet box. 105,000 miles, running boards, towing package, vet box 2 years old rarely used. $15,000. For Pictures Click here . |
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