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TVMA News |
Membership Survey TVMA sends a big thanks to our members who completed the recent membership survey. The Executive Board is in the process of reviewing the many excellent constructive comments and will be issuing a report in the near future.
Mark your Calendars
2014 Music City Veterinary Conference
February 28-March 2, 2014
Embassy Suites Hotel Nashville SE/Murfreesboro
Speakers confirmed at this time include:
Byron Blagburn, MS-Zoonosis
Wade Burton, DVM-Heartworms
Richard Ford, DVM-Rabies
Meagan Frazier, J.D.-Legislative Update
Eric Garcia-Social Media
John Godbold, Jr., DVM-Laser Therapy
Jennifer Johnson, VMD-Laser Therapy
Kenneth Kwochka, DVM-Dermatology
Nancy Loes, DVM-Supplements
Ernest Rogers, DVM-Forensic Medicine
Sheri Ross, DVM-Urinary
Margi Sirius, PhD-Urinalysis, Brain and Spinal Injuries and Drugs of Abuse
Mike Stewart-Keynote Address
Preston Stubbs, DVM-Surgical Related Topics
And much more to come!
TVMA Allied Partner of Southwest Veterinary Symposium
Southwest Veterinary Symposium Connect 2013 will be held in exciting San Antonio, Texas. It is scheduled for September 28-29, 2013. Online registration opens May 1. For more information and to register online click here. |
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Legislative News
Tell Congress to Support the VMLRP Enhancement Act
Congress recently introduced the Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program (VMLRP) Enhancement Act (S. 553/H.R. 1125). This bipartisan legislation addresses the critical need for veterinarians in rural areas of the country by making the VMLRP tax-exempt, thereby increasing the number of veterinarians who can participate in the program without requiring additional funds from Congress. Take action now .
AVMA Lauds U.S. Representatives on Bill to Amend the Controlled Substances Act
The American Veterinary Medical Association applauds U.S. Reps. Kurt Schrader (D-Ore.) and Ted Yoho (R-Fla.) for introducing legislation April 12 that corrects a restriction in the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), which prevents veterinarians from transporting or using controlled substances outside of their registered places of business. The bill, the Veterinary Medicine Mobility Act of 2013 (H.R. 1528), will make it legal for veterinarians to transport and dispense medications used for pain management, anesthesia and euthanasia that they need to properly care for animal patients in various settings. Take action now.
Horse Slaughter Bill Is Revamped, Reintroduced
U.S. Congressman Pat Meehan (R-Pa.) and U.S. Sen. Mary Landrieu (D-La.) introduced the Safeguard American Food Exports Act of 2013 (H.R. 1094, S. 541) on March 12. This legislation, known as the "SAFE Act," is a new take on the issue of horse slaughter. It would amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to prohibit the sale, transport, import or export of equines, or their parts, to be slaughtered for human consumption. Read more...
Bipartisan Legislators Form Veterinary Medicine Caucus in the U.S. House of Representatives
U.S. Rep. Kurt Schrader (D-Ore.) and U.S. Rep. Ted Yoho (R-Fla.), both veterinarians, have joined forces to form the first-ever, bipartisan Veterinary Medicine Caucus in the U.S. House of Representatives. In the March 6 letter the congressmen sent to fellow representatives inviting them to join the caucus, they underscored the critical role the profession of veterinary medicine plays in a healthy society and stated that the caucus aims to "increase awareness of the importance of veterinary medicine on research, public health, animal health and welfare, food safety and our overall economy." Read more... |
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AVMA News
AVMA Workforce Report Confirms Excess Capacity in U.S. Veterinary Profession
A major study released Tuesday by the AVMA estimates an excess capacity of veterinary services in the United States. Specifically, the report indicates that the U.S. supply of veterinarians in 2012 was 90,200, and that supply exceeded the demand for veterinary services by about 11,250 full-time equivalent veterinarians. Read more...
AVMA endorses program to provide free dental exams to service dogs
Service animals - including guide dogs, service dogs, working dogs, military dogs, and search and rescue dogs - selflessly give so much to the people they serve and the public. The American Veterinary Dental College (AVDC) is giving back to these incredibly talented animals by offering free dental exams to service animals for the entire month of June and the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has wholeheartedly endorsed that contribution to some of our nation's hardest workers. Owners and handlers of service animals that have been certified by a formal training program or enrolled in a training program can register online from May 1 until June 15, 2013 at the AVDC website. Read more...
AVMA Strategic Plan 2012-2015
The current strategic plan of the AVMA, adopted by the Executive Board in 2012, has enabled the association to mobilize significant resources to accomplish important goals for the profession and the organization. This report provides highlights of key objectives and tactics that have been completed or are in progress. Read more...
Drs. Gary S. Brown, Michael E. Newman elected to AVMA Executive Board
Michael E. Newman, DVM, MS of Decatur, Ala. and Gary S. Brown, DVM of Princeton, W.Va. have both been elected to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Executive Board to replace retiring members of the board. Their terms of service begin July 23, 2013. Read more... |
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Regulatory News
New Electronic Filing Requirements for Professional Privilege Tax
The Tennessee Department of Revenue has new electronic filing requirements for licensed professionals who are subject to the Professional Privilege Tax. All professional privilege tax returns filed on or after January 1, 2013, must be filed electronically. Professional privilege tax returns can be filed electronically either by individuals, or by companies who file and pay for multiple individuals. The department will not be mailing taxpayers a Professional Privilege Tax Return for the $400 tax due June 1, 2013. Read more... |
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UTCVM News
Congratulations UTCVM Class of 2013!
The Commencement Convocation and Hooding Ceremony for the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicines Class of 2013 will be held Saturday, May 11, 2013 at 10:00AM. The ceremony will take place in the James R. Cox Auditorium in the Alumni Memorial Building located just east of parking lot 9 and north of Neyland Stadium. Click here for a map of the UT campus. Search for "Alumni Memorial." |
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Myron Holscher, DVM, 75, of Nashville, TN, passed away on April 6, 2013. He graduated from Purdue U. 1963 with his DVM degree.
Dr. Holscher served as a Captain in the USAF Vet Corp and served in the Dominican Republic. Dr. Holscher worked from 1965-1966 in the Animal Health Division, AG Research Service, USDA and from 1966-1972 was a veterinarian in the TN Animal Disease Diagnostic Lab. Dr. Holscher received a PhD in Pathology from Vanderbilt Medical School in 1972 and was an Associate Professor of Comparative Pathology from 1979 to 1994. He spent the remaining years in private veterinary pathology practice. He is survived by his wife, Patricia; son, Art (wife Kim); daughter, Leila (husband Matt); grandchildren, Mae and Lucy; brother, Ralph Holscher (wife Linda); nephews, Brad Holscher and Mike, Dan, and Jim Nierste. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother in infancy, Norbert Hillary Holscher; his sister, Juanita Holscher Nierste; and his brother, Kenneth Lawrence Holscher. A Celebration of Life was held Wednesday, April 10, 2013. Donations in Dr. Holscher's memory may be made to Calvary United Methodist Church, 3701 Hillsboro Road, Nashville, TN 37215 or Nashville Humane Association, 213 Oceola Ave., Nashville, TN 37209. Dr. Holscher's reflection on his life: There is nothing but God's Grace. We walk upon it; we breath it; we live and die by it. (Robert L. Stevenson) We shall not cease from exploration and the end of all our exploring will be to arrive where we started and to know the place for the first time. (T.S. Eliot). |
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Practice Management | |
Doctor, Have You Checked Your Website's Pulse Lately?
For the most part, the Yellow Pages (as a source for finding a veterinarian) are on life support. Internet search engines are now responsible for the majority of searches for virtually all service providers. Even people who use the Yellow Pages often follow up by reviewing a practice's website before calling for an appointment. So, assuming you have a website, you probably feel this article is not for you. If so, you may be wrong. A random review of many veterinary websites found that at least 85% of all companion animal practice websites have room for significant improvement in terms of being attractive to pet owners. Read more... |
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- May 1 - Tennessee Food Safety Task Force Conference
- June 1 - $400 Professional Privilege Tax Due
- July 20-23 - AVMA Annual Convention, Chicago
- Sept 28-29 - SWVS, San Antonio
- Feb 28-Mar 2, 2014 - MCVC
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Classifieds |
Veterinary equipment for sale: VetScan HM5, VetScan 2, SCIL Anesthesia Monitor, Stainless steel cages, Dymo Labelwriters (2), Washer/Dryer, Refrigerator, Statspin, Stainless Steel Liftscale, Son-Mate Dental scaler, Cast Cutter, Cat Nabber and MORE. For complete list/prices contact tennessee794@gmail.com
Small Animal Clinic downtown Rockwood for sale. 2282 sq. ft. well maintained. Fronts busy street. $149,900. Equipment and records priced seperate and negotiable. contact Dr. Everett, Marcka Realty. 931-707-7653.
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.
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.
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)
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
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.
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