Membership and Benefits
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Join NYSVMS to gain access to legal support, continuing education, wellness resources, and the strongest voice advocating for veterinarians in New York.
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Keep your information up to date, renew your membership, and explore everything your NYSVMS profile unlocks—from CE tracking to event registrations and more.
New Grads, Big Support
Recent veterinary graduates receive discounted NYSVMS membership plus exclusive access to programs like MentorVet and our 90-Day Money Mentoring.
Student Membership
Join NYSVMS as a student member—free of charge—and get early access to mentorship, career prep resources, CE opportunities, and a statewide network.
Practice-Paid Membership Plan
The Practice-Paid Membership Plan allows your hospital to simplify and strengthen team support by covering NYSVMS memberships for your DVMs through one easy, annual invoice.
Member Programs
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In Your CornerLegal Clarity, Legislative Strength |
| Quick answers to legal and licensing questions. Strong voice in Albany to protect your scope of practice. | |
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In Good CompanyWhere New York Vets Connect |
| Expand your professional community, through volunteering, regional events and MiniMeets. | |
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Resilient VetThrive in Practice, Live Well Beyond It |
| Life-changing financial mentoring and support. Wide-range of one-on-one help and tools to build personal resilience. | |
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Real-World CENext-Level CE for Everyday Practice |
| Practical, NY-focused continuing education led by local experts—relevant, reliable, and built for real-world veterinary care. | |
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Your Practice, Your PathSupport at Every Career Crossroad |
| Improve your practice profitability. Find a new career path. Support to help you own your own practice. Ways to be more efficient. | |
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For Animals TogetherMore Care. More Impact. Together |
| New York State Veterinary Care Funds. Resources for veterinarians supporting shelters, and concerned about animal welfare. | |
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In the KnowYour Source for what matters in NY |
| NYSVMS publications deliver timely updates, expert insights, and stories that reflect the real-world needs of members. | |
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Laws and Regs Help
Instant answers to legal, regulatory, and HR questions—available 24/7 through our AI assistant. Covers NYS laws, DEA rules, licensing, workplace issues, and more. If we don’t have the answer, we’ll get it from our legal...
Protecting Scope of Practice / Advocacy
NYSVMS leads veterinary advocacy in Albany, ensuring your voice is heard on laws that affect your practice, patients, and livelihood. From fighting burdensome regulations to advancing sensible policies on telemedicine, animal welfare, and scope of...
Wellbeing Hub
Confidential support for mental health, financial stress, and family challenges through SupportLinc. Structured guidance via 90-Day Money Mentoring and MentorVet for financial wellness, career growth, and emotional resilience.
Financial Mentoring Programs
The Sabadoodle 90‑Day Money Mentorship program helps you navigate debt, set goals, and make financial decisions with confidence. NYSVMS partnered with Sabadoodle founder Mike Sabatino, CFP®, CSLP®, to pioneer a personalized, veterinary-specific mentorship program—right here...
Regional Groups
Many of our regions hold live meetings, both social and educational. It’s a great opportunity to connect with colleagues and build your professional support network.
Continuing Education
We provide CE tailored to the needs of NY vets, often featuring panels of NY vets sharing their experience with the latest advances. Don;t miss our popular radiology and integrative medicine webinar series. Join your...
24/7 Personal Help: Stress, legal, family etc;
Wide range of personal assistance via our partner, SupportLinc. Chat, phone or online for work-related or home issues. Conflict, anxiety, legal, financial. Live your best life always.
MentorVet Scholarships
NYSVMS has partnered with MentorVet to provide 5 scholarships to join a cohort of NY veterinarians. Scholarships have been distributed for 2025. 5 modules of professional skills training Monthly virtual peer group meetings Ongoing individual...
New York State Veterinary Conference
Every October, Join us at the beautiful campus of Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine for a unique combination of excellent CE and a friendly collegial atmosphere. Learn while you make new connections. Discounts for...
On-demand CE
Miss it live? You can still earn CE credits online from our unique range of CE programs tailored to the needs of NY vets. Take a look at the incredible range of programs, from controlled...
MiniMeets
MiniMeets are casual, local gatherings of 5 to 10 veterinarians designed to reconnect our profession—one conversation at a time. Whether it’s over coffee, a walk, or dinner, MiniMeets create space for real, face-to-face connection without...
Animal Welfare
Resources on animal care regulations, public health, and best practices—including equine and large animal medicine. Advocacy that protects animal welfare laws and supports veterinarians in delivering ethical, effective treatment.
Volunteering
Share your voice, shape the profession, and connect with peers. Explore volunteer opportunities that fit your schedule and interests.
Publications and News
Members receive a weekly newsletter and a print magazine 6 times a year.
Veterinary Practice Resources
Wide range of resources to help you practice more efficiently, save time, and increase profits.
NY State Veterinary Care Fund
Vets help when owners can’t afford care. The NY State Veterinary Care Fund enables veterinarians to extend the amount of care they provide to owners with financial challenges.
Career Center
We are proud partners of the Veterinary Career Community, providing a focus on NY and a window on a world of opportunity. Post your open position, or your resume. Browse a range of career advice...
Awards
Our awards program celebrates the outstanding achievements of veterinarians across New York State. Each year, we honor individuals who demonstrate excellence in clinical practice, leadership, community service, and dedication to the veterinary profession. These awards...
Lowest cost merchant processing
In need of a merchant services makeover for your New York veterinary practice? TMGvets have payment processing solutions that are customizable to your practice’s specific needs and can SAVE up to 25% on Payment Processing...
Flexible Payment Options with CareCredit
Help clients say “yes” to care with special financing options through CareCredit. This trusted solution makes it easier for pet owners to manage treatment costs—so you can focus on delivering the care animals need.
Pulse Report: August 2025
August 2025 Welcome to NYSVMS Pulse Report We’ve been tracking the trends shaping New York Veterinary Medicine ever since the disruptions of the pandemic. It was time to give it a name. We report on...
Shelters and Rescues in need of veterinary help
Could you find some time to support your local community animal shelter? Shelters are in great need of help and often offer pay. Browse our directory of shelters who need you.