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Letter from the President
by Frankie Locklar, DVM
It is with great honor and humility that I take the reins of President for your Tennessee Veterinary Medical Association. There have been many talented and visionary leaders who have led this organization and I hope to live up to those lofty standards.
I am writing today to thank you for your membership. Organized medicine today faces many challenges and it is more important to use than ever before. We have faced several strong challenges in the past few years and, with the assistance of our highly effective lobbying group, been very successful in handling most of these. We have rewritten our Practice Act, defeated the Rabies tax, negotiated the Controlled Substance bill to an acceptable level, and defeated several veterinary-unfriendly bills. We continue to be vigilant on your behalf of new challenges we might face. Read more...
TVMA Installs New Leaders
During the recent Music City Veterinary Conference, the following members were installed as your new TVMA leaders:
President - Frankie Locklar, DVM
President-Elect - Maben Thompson, DVM
Vice President - Susan Moon, DVM
Secretary-Treasurer - Joe Ed Conn, DVM
Immediate Past President - Steven Ambrose, DVM
Members-at-Large, East - Russell Reel, DVM and Kristi Lively, DVM
Members-at-Large, Middle - John Zavaro, DVM and Mandy Willis, DVM
Members-at-Large, West - Leland Davis, DVM and Lauren Olavessen, DVM
Dr. Ted Cohn (left), AVMA President-Elect, installs the Executive Board during the MCVC. Board members present (left to right) are Drs. Frankie Locklar, Maben Thompson, Susan Moon, Mandy Willis, Steven Ambrose, Joe Ed Conn, Russell Reel, John Zavaro, and Leland Davis
TVMA Honors our Award Recipients
TVMA congratulates our award recipients who were honored during the recent MCVC.
Lifetime Achievement - Mary Ergen, DVM, nominated by Craig Prior, DVM - click the following image to view the video.
 | | TVMA 2014 Lifetime Achievement |
Outstanding Practitioner of the Year - Randy Hammon, DVM (right), nominated by Jim Hammon, DVM - click the following image to view the video.
 | | TVMA 2014 Outstanding Practitioner of the Year |
Outstanding Commercial Representative of the Year - Amy Wedemeyer, nominated by Joe Ed Conn, DVM - click the following image to view the video.
 | | TVMA 2014 Commercial Representative of the Year |
Legislator of the Year - Senator Mike Bell, nominated by Meagan Frazier - click the following image to view the video.
 | | TVMA 2014 Legislator of the Year |
TVMA Animal Hall of Fame Inductee - Rowdy pictured with Barbara Allen, nominated by Dr. Eddie Cassell - click the following image to view the video.
 | | TVMA 2014 Inductee of the Tennessee Animal Hall of Fame |
Make Plans Now to Attend 2015 MCVC - Feb 27-Mar 1, 2015 Embassy Suites Hotel Murfreesboro, TN
TVMA Participates in Power of Ten Leadership Academy
TVMA has been chosen to participate in a program focused on training future leaders. Developed by Elanco and the American Society of Veterinary Medical Association Executives, the program is designed for veterinarians who are recent graduates (within the past ten years). Ten will be chosen to participate in the Leadership Academy consisting of six programs provided by TVMA. Led by Dr. Allison Fields, the Academy will provide a learning experience that will enrich the individual and benefit the individual's practice, community, profession, and association. If you are a recent graduate or you know one who would like to develop their leadership skills, contact the TVMA office at green.delo@gmail.com or 931-438-0070.
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AVMA News
"Animal Connections" Exhibit Comes to Nashville
"Animal Connections: Our Journey Together," a mobile exhibition from the Smithsonian, will be at the American Animal Hospital Association annual conference in Nashville, Tenn. The custom-built exhibition is housed on an 18-wheel truck that expands into 1,000 square feet of space, and will be outside the Music City Center near the corner of 5th Ave. S. and Demonbreun Street in Nashville, Tenn. Hours for the free exhibit are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 20, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. March 21, and 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. March 22. For more information... Newsletter and Flyer
The AVMF is seeking Veterinarians to volunteer for one of several two hour shifts to assist with interpreting the exhibit to the public and to represent the AVMA/AVMF within the exhibit. Volunteers will interact and engage with the public about the veterinary field and the human-animal connection. The AVMF is seeking volunteers in the Nashville area, volunteers do not need to be registered for AAHA to participate. AVMF will provide detailed information to volunteers directly. Anyone interested in volunteering or additional information should contact Laura Roth at AMVF: (847) 285-6689 or lroth@avma.org.
Call for Nominations: AVMA Task Force on Veterinary Compounding Legislation
Nominations are now invited to serve on the new AVMA Task Force on Veterinary Compounding Legislation. The AVMA is searching for individuals who are subject matter experts and knowledgeable in the compounding needs of veterinary practitioners. The charge of the Task Force is to develop a legislative proposal pursuant to AVMA policies on compounding.
The deadline for receipt of nominations for the Task Force is April 4, 2014. More information on the Task Force, as well as the Task Force nomination form is available on the AVMA website.
Nomination forms and resumes can be emailed to OfficeEVP@avma.org, faxed to (847) 925-0944, or mailed to AVMA Office of the Executive Vice President, 1931 N. Meacham Rd., Suite 100, Schaumburg, IL 60173.
You are encouraged to share this information with colleagues who may be interested in participating on the Task Force. with any questions. |
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UTCVM News
Veterinary College Offers Conference for Horse Owners
An opportunity for horse owners to learn about their horse inside and out
The University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine (UTCVM) will host Knowing Your Horse Inside and Out Saturday, March 15, 2014. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m., and the conference lasts until 4:25 p.m. The conference will be held in room A118 at the college which is located on the UT agricultural campus at 2407 River Drive, Knoxville, Tn. Tours of the new Equine Hospital and Equine Performance and Rehabilitation Center are available immediately following the conference. Read more...
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Practice Management
Survey Delves into Veterinarians' Personal Financial Health
Many veterinarians believe they are personally not doing well financially, according to a new survey. Veterinary Pet Insurance, Veterinary Economics magazine, and Brakke Consulting produced the VPI-Veterinary Economics Financial Health Study as a follow-up to the Bayer Veterinary Care Usage Study. The survey was conducted July 25-Aug. 4, 2013. The companies released the results Jan. 19 at the North American Veterinary Community Conference in Orlando, Fla. Read more...
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LMU News
LMU Appoints Hoffsis as Dean
Exactly a year since departing from the University of Florida, Dr. Glen F. Hoffsis will lead Lincoln Memorial University in Harrogate, Tenn., as it launches its College of Veterinary Medicine. He has been appointed dean of the veterinary college and associate vice president of health sciences starting July 1, according to an LMU press release. Dr. Hoffsis formerly served as dean of the veterinary colleges at Florida for seven years and The Ohio State University for 11 years, and he was the associate director of veterinary services at P&G Pet Health and Nutrition (formerly Iams Co.). Read more...
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Medical News
Revised Heartworm Guides Add Resistance Information
The American Heartworm Society's guidance on heartworm infection in dogs and cats now includes information on resistance to heartworm preventives. Read more...
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Regulatory News
FDA Offers Webpage on Prevention of Medication Errors
On its new webpage, FDA's Center for Veterinary Medicine offers information on causes and consequences of errors with veterinary medications, case examples, and the CVM's role in the prevention of errors with medication plus information for consumers on how to avoid medication errors. Read more...
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Legislative News
Mandatory Prescription Bill Reintroduced in Congress
By: Dr. Ashley Morgan, assistant director, AVMA Governmental Relations Division
On Feb. 10, Rep. Jim Matheson (D-Utah) reintroduced the so-called "Fairness to Pet Owners Act" ( H.R. 4023). Like its predecessor in the previous Congress, ( H.R. 1406) the legislation would require a veterinarian to provide a client with a written prescription for domesticated household animals, whether or not requested by the client. The veterinarian would be prohibited from charging for the prescription or asking a client to sign a liability waiver related to writing the prescription. Read more...
Congress Restricts Funds Again for Horse Slaughter Inspections
By: Dr. Whitney Miller, assistant director, Governmental Relations Division
In recent years, many attempts have been made to prevent horse slaughter operations from resuming in the United States. Last month, Congress once again passed a provision in the omnibus appropriations bill that stops these facilities from opening. Read more...
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State Veterinarian's News
Health Certificate Requirements
The State Veterinarian's office has provided information regarding the requirements for Certificates for Veterinary Inspection (Health Certificates). Read more...
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Recalls
Med-Vet International Issues Nationwide Recall of Veterinary 1/2cc U-40 Insulin Syringes Due to Mismarked Syringe Barrels
On Feb. 14, 2014 , Med-Vet International initiated a nationwide recall of 140 boxes of 1/2cc U-40 insulin syringes. The syringes have been found to be labeled with 40 units per 1/2cc syringe and they should be marked with only 20 units per 1/2cc, which potentially could result in lower than prescribed doses of insulin. Animals receiving sub therapeutic doses of insulin may exhibit signs and symptoms consistent with hyperglycemia including, but not limited to dehydration, increase in thirst, increase in urination, malaise or lethargy, and urinary tract infection in addition to increasing the risk of developing diabetic ketoacidosis. The long-term failure to adequately control blood glucose levels can result in vision problems, neuropathy, and damage to the pancreas. Read more...
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Dates to Remember
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- Mar 20-22 - "Animal Connections"
- Apr 26-27 - UC Davis Avian & Exotic Medicine Club's 29th Annual Symposium
- Sept 13-16 - American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association Annual Conference
- Feb 27-Mar 1, 2015 - MCVC Embassy Suites Hotel Murfreesboro, TN
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