NYSVMS is introducing the new Real-World CE On-Demand Learning Center – a faster, more seamless way to access your continuing education. This new platform replaces our previous learning system and is fully integrated into the NYSVMS website — making it easier to find, access, and complete your CE without extra logins or navigation. What’s available now: 35+ hours of FREE CE, Controlled substances education, Radiology training, Specialist-led sessions from Upstate Veterinary Specialists, Integrative medicine programming and we’re adding new content all the time. What’s improved: Easier access directly through the NYSVMS website, Streamlined experience — fewer steps, less friction, Faster navigation to the courses you need, Whether you’re completing required CE or exploring new areas of practice, the OnDemand Learning Center is designed to fit your schedule.
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Veterinary Radiology Review webinar-Ultrasound as the next diagnostic step after radiographs April 13th
NYSVMS
The Veterinary Radiology Review webinar-Ultrasound as the next diagnostic step after radiographs is April 13th from 6:30-8 PM presented by: Assaf Lerer, BSc, DVM, MSc, DACVR & Luke Tomaso, DVM. This program will be an interactive, case reading session. Radiographic images will be provided by the presenters. The radiologists will demonstrate how they evaluate radiographs regarding technique, interpretation and case synthesis. Ample opportunity will be provided for discussion and questions.
The nature cure: Encouraging well-being in the workplace
Cornell University CVM
With 76% of adults now reporting stress levels that impede daily function, a new Cornell study points to a low-cost intervention hiding in plain sight: nature. The study, published in the Journal of Environmental Psychology, found that changes or improvements in workplace policy, culture and outdoor amenities could facilitate more time outdoors to aid well-being for staff at large organizations like universities.
Veterinary College hosts annual open house April 11
Cornell University CVM
The Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) will welcome community members of all ages to its annual CVM Open House on Saturday, April 11, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., for a behind‑the‑scenes look at one of the nation’s premier veterinary institutions. The family friendly event will showcase the breadth of veterinary medicine through hands‑on activities, live demonstrations, guided tours and interactive exhibits. Visitors can explore Cornell’s veterinary facilities, meet faculty, staff and veterinary students, and learn how veterinarians care for animals ranging from household pets to wildlife and farm animals.
Covetrus, MWI announce $3.5B merger
AVMA
Covetrus and MWI Animal Health, a subsidiary of Cencora, recently announced plans for a merger to create a new company that would serve the veterinary profession and animal health industry worldwide. If approved, the merger would create one of the largest integrated animal health distribution and services companies in the world, potentially reshaping relationships among manufacturers, distributors, and veterinary practices.
Competency framework provides shared reference to boost veterinary technician utilization
AVMA
Leveraging veterinary technicians to the height of their skill sets and to the top of their degrees has long been a key industry focus to boost practice efficiency and improve staff retention. More recently, Dr. Julie Noyes and colleagues from Ethos Veterinary Health devised the Advancing Skills, Competencies, and Education in Veterinary Nursing Development (ASCEND) framework to define the comprehensive abilities of credentialed veterinary technicians (CrVTs), according to the Ethos-funded study published in the January issue of JAVMA.
Texas A&M trains first responders to treat and airlift injured working dogs
DVM360
Working dogs injured in the line of duty may soon receive faster treatment in Washington County, Texas, under a new partnership between emergency responders and veterinarians at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences. The collaboration brings together personnel from the college’s Texas A&M Small Animal Teaching Hospital and Washington County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) to train first responders to treat injured police and service dogs and transport them quickly for advanced veterinary care.
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4 things you need to know to prevent Endocrinopathic Laminitis
The Horse
Laminitis is an extremely painful condition for horses that can take extensive management to resolve. Therefore, preventing the development of this disease is important for equine welfare. Endocrinopathic laminitis is the most common type of laminitis that originates from a hormonal disturbance or imbalance.
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