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04 Feb

Posted at 21:35h in Advocacy, COVID-19, One Health, Practice Management, Vet Med News, Wellness
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View in web browser | Unsubscribe COVID-19 Update February 4, 2021 COVID-19 vaccinations are top of mind across the country. As an AVMA member, we want to make sure you know the latest vaccine developments, where to get questions answered, and how you can access tools to help you and your team participate in the vaccine rollout. When can veterinarians get vaccinated? The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued more detailed recommendations for vaccine distribution last week that are an important "win" for veterinary professionals. They recommend that anyone providing "veterinary services" be prioritized in Phase...

29 Jan

Posted at 15:42h in Vet Med News
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Scott Leibsle promoted to Idaho’s top state veterinarian position Tribune Jan 29, 2021 Scott Leibsle, who has worked as the Idaho deputy state veterinarian since 2011, has been named to the lead spot following the retirement of Bill Barton. Celia Gould, director of the Idaho State Department of Agriculture, announced the appointment Wednesday. Leibsle received his veterinary degree from the University of Wisconsin in 2003. He worked in Idaho for the first time in 2005 when he practiced for two years at Sawtooth Equine Service in Bellevue.  He then returned to Wisconsin to practice...

22 Jan

Posted at 21:24h in Events
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  Save the Date for our exciting new webinar series focused on neurology Starts February 10 Earn 1 CE credit at home for only $25.00   Presenter / Supervisor Topic Duration Type Date Dr. Annie Chen-Allen Neuro 1: The Art of the Neurologic Exam and Neurolocalization 1h Live Webinar 2/10/2021 Dr. Hilary Wright / Dr. Yael Merbl Neuro 2: Understanding Vestibular Disease 1h Live Webinar 3/10/2021 Dr. Yael Merbl Neuro 3: Common Spinal Diseases 1h Live Webinar 4/14/2021 Dr. Vishal Murthy Neuro 4:  Clinical use of EEG for Seizure Diagnosis and Beyond 1h Live Webinar 5/12/2021 Dr. Carlos Valerio / Dr. Annie Chen-Allen Neuro 5:  Common Idiopathic Syndromes of the Nervous System 1h Live Webinar 6/9/2021 Dr. Hilary Wright / Dr. Annie Chen-Allen Neuro 6:  CBD Oil use in Neurological Patients 1h Live Webinar 7/14/2021 Dr. Sarvenaz Bagheri / Dr. Vishal Murthy Neuro 7:  What are...

22 Jan

Posted at 21:23h in Events
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SAVE THE DATE     VIRTUAL CVM Spring Conference March 24-27, 2021 8 hours of CE credit will be offered. Tracks: Ag Animal, Equine, Small Animal and Technician March 24 @ 4pm - Bustad Distinguished Lecture Series with Lynette A. Hart (UC Davis) - 1 FREE Credit Hour March 25 - 6:00pm & 7:00pm (2 Credit Hours) March 26 - 6:00pm & 7:00pm (2 Credit Hours) March 27 - 8:00am, 9:00am, 10:30am, 11:30am (4 Credit Hours, with a 30 minute break @ 10am) Cost: Technicians - $100.00 & Veterinarians - $190.00   To learn more visit: Go.vetmed.wsu.edu/SpringConference     Questions If you have any questions about Spring Conference feel...

14 Jan

Posted at 17:05h in COVID-19, One Health, Wellness
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Information is current as of February 22, 2021 - In October 2020, the IVMA sent a formal request asking the Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee (CVAC) to designate veterinarians and veterinary teams as high priority recipients. Since then, we've actively monitored the meetings waiting for confirmation of the subgroups within each category. At this time, Veterinarians, veterinary nurses, veterinary technicians serving service animals, search and rescue dogs, support animals, pets; animal agriculture workers employed in veterinary health are included in priority group 2.7. This group encompasses essential workers that cannot telecommute. Though we do not expect...

29 Dec

Posted at 20:39h in Advocacy, COVID-19, One Health, Wellness
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On October 20, 2020, the IVMA submitted a letter to the Idaho COVID-19 Vaccine Advisory Committee (CVAC) respectfully asking that veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and veterinary assistants be included as a priority recipient group for vaccination against COVID-19 during Phase II. The request was based on AVMA recommendations and the CDC Playbook: https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/imz-managers/downloads/COVID-19-Vaccination-Program-Interim_Playbook.pdf,    The CVAC categorized veterinarians and veterinary staff in priority group 2.7 as essential workers that cannot telecommute. Though there is no indication that this will change, subgroups will be clarified at the next CVAC meeting on January 8, 2021. Read more - https://coronavirus.idaho.gov/covid-19-vaccine/.   Public comments...

23 Dec

Posted at 23:48h in COVID-19, Vet Med News
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Continuing Education (CE) Requirement Changes: Temporary changes were made to Idaho Board of Veterinary Medicine's Rules IDAPA 24.38.01.03 and 24.38.01.102.03 on March 20, 2020.  Biannual Continuing Education (CE) credit requirements were CUT IN HALF for both Veterinarians and Certified Veterinary Technicians, and these requirements will continue until after the June 2021 renewal period.   In addition, ALL of the credits can be obtained online. Until June 30, 2021, Veterinarians require (10) CE credits and Certified Veterinary Technicians require (7) CE credits for their biannual CE period.  After the June 2021 renewal period, the Veterinarian's CE requirements will revert to...

14 Dec

Posted at 18:12h in Events, Practice Management
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New and Improved Pricing Strategies The Veterinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA) and Veterinary Medical Association Executives (VMAE) – organizations committed to helping veterinary practices thrive – have entered into a strategic partnership to realize their shared goal of advancing practice health in veterinary medicine. The collaborators are pleased to announce the launch of a free three-part webinar series, New and Improved Pricing Strategies. Of all the business decisions that a veterinary practice must make, those involving setting prices for products and services are among the most important and impactful ones. No other decision...

20 Jul

Posted at 19:17h in COVID-19, One Health
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This research is being conducted by a group of veterinary students from the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at Colorado State University. The goal of this survey is to investigate the response of veterinary clinics to the needs of underserved communities and clients at high risk for severe illness from COVID-19, as well as to evaluate the use of telemedicine to increase access to care for these clients. You are invited to complete a short anonymous online survey. Your participation in this research is voluntary and you can exit...

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