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MCVC News 
With the increase of registration and exhibits over the past few years, TVMA has made a decision to change the venue of the MCVC. Beginning 2013, the meeting will be held at the Embassy Suites Nashville Southeast/Murfreesboro located just off I-24. Mark your calendars to attend March 1-3. The program is being planned at this time and a new track is being added on Disaster Relief and Response. The following speakers and topics have been confirmed:
Marc Bercovitch, DVM - Endocrinology
Andrew Claude, DVM - Anesthesia
Barden Greenfield, DVM - Dentistry
Shawn Messonnier, DVM - Practice Management
Todd Tams, DVM - Gastroenterology
Jennifer Wardlaw, DVM - Orthopedics/Wound Care/Neutraceuticals
Doyle Watson, DVM - The Wonderful World of Profit/The Income Tax Impact of Your Practice and Real Estate
Entertainment at the Awards Banquet - Humorist Rik Roberts
FFA Recognizes Recipient of TVMA-Sponsored Veterinary Proficiency Award. During the recent state FFA Conference, John David Stallings of Dyersburg, was honored as the Tennessee state winner of the Veterinary Medicine Supervised Agriculture Experience Program. Read More...
TVMA congratulates the UTCVM Class of 2012! Commencement Convocation and Hooding Ceremony was held Saturday, May 12, 2012. To view the ceremony click here.
Congratulations go to UTCVM's 2012 Distinguished Alumni Award recipients:
Non-Private Practice - Dr. Ralph Harvey
Private Practice - Dr. Sherrie O'Brien
First Decade Achievement - Dr. Michael Towns |
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AVMA News
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Proposal calls for changes in antimicrobial use
The Food and Drug Administration hopes a guide and draft guide on antimicrobial use and availability and a proposed change in the process of issuing veterinary feed directives will lead industries to change the way antimicrobials are used in livestock. If industry agrees to follow the voluntary guidance, fewer antimicrobials would be available for production uses rather than to treat, prevent, or control disease. Read more...
Improving the safety of pet food
Several organizations are working on preventive measures for manufacturers to increase the safety of pet food. The American Feed Industry Association recently rolled out voluntary programs to certify that facilities that manufacture pet food or pet food ingredients meet certain safety standards. The Pet Food Institute is expanding model manufacturing principles. The FDA has begun to implement provisions of the Food Safety Modernization Act that will impact pet food manufacturers. Read more...
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State Veterinarian's Office News
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Update on Equine Herpes Cases in Tennessee
There have been no new reports of suspected cases of Equine Herpes Virus (EHV-1) stemming from the Bucksnort Trail ride held April 23-30 in Humphreys County since the update on Monday, May 14. To date, the Tennessee Department of Agriculture has received a total of nine reports of suspected or confirmed cases of EHV-1 in Tennessee horses. The neurological form of EHV-1 has been confirmed in one case. Six of the suspected cases have been confirmed as showing clinical signs of the disease and are being isolated and monitored. In two cases, horses have been humanely euthanized. Read more...
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Recalls
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Related to the Diamond Pet Food Recall -
Salmonella Confirmed in Two Dogs Fed Recalled Pet Food.
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Regulatory
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USDA-APHIS National Veterinary Accreditation Program (NVAP) Training Options
Veterinarians seeking to renew their USDA accreditation can choose from three different supplemental training formats. USDA requires that certificates of completion be issued with each form of APHIS-approved training. The certificate serves as your individual proof of module completion; please retain them for your records. Training audits will be conducted periodically. Read more... |
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AAHA News
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Tough economy hits home for nonprofit
After seven years of helping both two and four-legged creatures in need, the American Animal Hospital Association's Helping Pets Fund is closing its doors. The organization will shutter its doors on June 30, or when the remaining $40,000 in the fund has been spent. The AAHA Foundation Board of Trustees cited a decline in charitable donations as the cause for the shutdown. Read more...
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Practice Management
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Consumers Bail If Service Is Bad
According to the 2012 American Express Global Customer Service Barometer consumers who have used social media for service tell significantly more people about their service experiences, and say they'd spend 21% more with companies who deliver great service, compared to 13% on average. Read more...
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UTCVM News | |
UTCVM Graduates Paint the Rock on UT Campus.
To view photos click here.
Expansion and Renovation of the Equine and Farm Animal Hospitals. Site preparation has been completed and construction on the Equine and Farm Animal Hospitals has begun. Visit the UTCVM website for more information and photos of the construction of the facilities. Click Here.
Sad News for UTCVM Family. Dr. Horace Barron, the first head of the college's large animal department (originally called Department of Rural Practice), passed away March 5 at the age of 92 in Taylor, Texas. An original UTCVM faculty member, Dr. Barron served as department head from 1975 until 1985 and retired in 1989. He was preceded in death by his wife, Leila. |
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Extra Tidbits
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The Dog Talk Project is a survey and data collection program that studies the relationships between people and their dogs. The premise of Dog Talk is simple - we explore the details of relationships between dogs and their people by creating and distributing owner surveys that examine a wide variety of dog-related topics. Information collected through the surveys is organized into a continually expanding database, which is then used to answer questions about dogs' lives, their health care, nutrition, behavior, training, and their relationships with the other dogs and the people in their lives. Visit their website at http://www.dogtalkproject.com.
Colleges Go to the Dogs for Stress Busters
Just down the hall from the reference desk at Emory University's law library in a room housing antique legal texts is Stanley the golden retriever puppy, barking his head off. Stanley rolls around on the floor and chews on a squeaky toy while zombie-like law students wander in, a giant grin breaking out on their weary faces when they see the cuddly boy. Puppy therapy - just in time for finals week. From Kent State University in Ohio to Macalester College in Minnesota, more and more pooches are around campus during exams to help students relax and maybe even crack a smile or two. Read more...
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Dates to Remember
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- June 28-July 1 - Pacific Veterinary Conference - San Francisco, CA
- July 20 -Summer Pet Memorial Celebration - UT College of Veterinary Medicine
- August 4-7 - AVMA Annual Convention - San Diego, CA
- Sept 9 - The Pet Memorial Day - UT College of Veterinary Medicine
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Classifieds
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Shelby County, Tennessee - For Sale SA hospital with real estate. 1,500 sq. ft. facility with ample room to expand. Great practice to grow with. Owner is ready to retire. Practices for Sale Nationwide! PS Broker, Inc.; 1.800.636.4740; www.psbroker.com; info@psbroker.com.
Radiography equipment for sale: MinXray 903 type B-85(110 volt unit), 35-90 kvp,1997 model, in house never been moved except for servicing, and the table as well. A double view box, safelight, film bin and some film, Green (400) cassettes, (3 )14 x 17 and(2) 24 x 30. afp mini med automatic processor and a brand new one that we use for parts, still has brand new cartridges. $4000 or BO. Contact Geoff Evetts 615-666-7350 if any questions...was in service till December of 2011.. also have old vetscan chemistry machine.
Good Equipment for Sale:
- Bowie 4ft Crown II vet box,good condition, refrigerator, hot/cold water, day/night heater, purchased newin 2008, $5000 obo
- Abaxis Vetscan 2-Chemistrymachine, comes with hardshell carrying case for portable ambulatory use. Well maintained and like new. Equine or small animal use, $5000 obo
- Engler Son-Mate DentalScaler/Polisher, minimal use, $800
- Ultrasource Siui CTS-2000VUltrasound, 5mHz Linear Probe, $4000 obo
- Destron Fearing EID andMicrochip Reader, DTR4 model, brand new in box, $600
Call Dr. Jim Little, 931-510-9980 cell
45 minutes from Knoxville is a quaint town where you can wander lakeside walkways or stroll the hills of East Tennessee! Open 5.5 days/week w/ 1.5 drs, and no emergencies. Average
transaction charge is $118. Buyer compensation approx $201K! Prx & RE $1,055K. (TN6B) Simmons & Associates:
Knoxville, TN. Solo small animal practice incl. 1300+ sq.ft. clinicbuilding and 1 acre land. Excellent location with plenty of room forexpansion. Building and equipment in good condition. Five year(2007-11) average annual gross over $280K being open 4.5 days/wk. Asking $315K. Reply to lod478@gmx.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.
Nashville Must Sell!! New listing, short sale. Boarding facility grossing >100K currently, grossed approximately $300K previously. Owner is overwhelmed with responsibilities, must sell ASAP. 2100SF Facility & 2100SF Rental Home, $200K firm to first buyer with funds! Don't let this opportunity pass you by.TN194 Total Practice Solutions Group 877-711-TPSG (8774)
Coming soon, North of Chattanooga. Grossing over $1 Million. Thriving practice in beautiful facility. TN185 Call Dr. Len Jones 877-711-TPSG (8774)
New practice located in Madison County, Mississippi's highest per capita income area. This vibrant growing community boasts an opportunistic business climate. Practice is young with immense potential. Immaculate facility, nicely equipped with an Idexx in house lab. Make offer on Prx! MS174. Call Dr. Len Jones for practice details 877-711-TPSG (8774)
New Listing, Owner must sell! Great location in Birmingham area. 3000SF facility, nicely equipped. Prx & RE $700K AL175 Call Dr. Len Jones today for more info 877-711-TPSG (8774)
New Listings coming soon in GA & LA. Call TPSG today for a free buyers profile 877-711-TPSG (8774)
Between Knoxville & Nashville, an outdoor enthusiast's dream! 2,500SF facility on 1 acre of great commercial location. Solo, SA prx grossing $497K. Operates 4.5 days/week. Extra rental income available. Owner motivated, visit today! Prx & RE $775K. (TN5A) Simmons & Associates: southeast@simmonsinc.com, 800-333-1984, www.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
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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