Register for Veterinary Radiology Review webinar-Aggressive bone lesions
NYSVMS
Registration is still open for the Veterinary Radiology Review webinar- aggressive bone lesions November 4th from 6:30-8PM presented by: Assaf Lerer, BSc, DVM, MSc, DACVR & Kristen Jones, 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.
NYSVMS recruiting for class of 2025 Power of 10
NYSVMS
NYSVMS is currently recruiting for the Power of 10 class of 2025. This is a national initiative designed to cultivate leadership capacity in grads 15 years or less from veterinary school who are current NYSVMS members and provide learning experiences that will enrich the individual and benefit the individual’s practice, community and profession. The program provides NYSVMS members with 4 leadership development sessions. NYSVMS provides the experts and covers all meeting and travel expenses for participants to attend sessions. The topics are: wellbeing, what to do when OPD knocks on your door, restructuring student debt and financial planning and the Insights Discovery program. Applications for the Power of 10 Class of 2025 are currently being accepted now through December 9th. The application is on the Recent Graduate page at: https://nysvms.org/graduate-membership/. For more information, please contact Stephanie Quirini at squirini@nysvms.org
Q&A: Meet our LVT interns
Cornell University CVM
This week, the Cornell University Hospital for Animals (CUHA) celebrates Staff Appreciation Week, which honors the efforts of our hardworking, talented staff. Oct. 13-19 also marked National Veterinary Technician Week, so we invited members of the Cornell Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) Internship Program to answer a few questions about their experience. The LVT Internship Program at the Cornell University Hospital for Animals (CUHA) supports each intern’s professional growth and technical skill development.
Origin of deadly ovarian cancer identified
Cornell University CVM
Researchers have identified the origin of ovarian cancer that develops in the fallopian tube, which opens doors to discovering new methods for diagnosing the disease and potential therapies. The cancer, called high-grade serous carcinoma, is the chief and most aggressive form of ovarian cancer, the sixth-leading cause of death from cancer in women, with most patients dying within five years of detection. There are no symptoms, and no diagnostic tools have existed for early detection.
New York’s population of bald eagles facing threat from lead poisoning
Spectrum News
Once an endangered species, the population of bald eagles in New York continues to grow. But their success is not without threats to continued population growth. They are unintended threats — but threats nonetheless, according to Cornell researchers. Krysten Schuler scrolled through photographs of bald eagles in her office at the Cornell University Wildlife Lab in Ithaca. Eagles that died in the wild, which were reported to conservation officers.
AAVMC appoints Reid as new CEO
AVMA
The American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) board of directors announced that Dr. Stuart Reid has accepted the position of its CEO. Dr. Reid has served as president and principal of the Royal Veterinary College in London since 2011. He will lead the AAVMC starting August 1, 2025. Dr. Reid had been 2024-25 president-elect of the association but stepped down immediately to avoid any conflicts of interest, according to the announcement.
Veterinary profession can thrive with some reimagination
AVMA
Two issues the profession continues to contend with are veterinarian burnout and better leveraging veterinary technicians. These topics interrelate more than expected, according to researchers with studies looking at both areas. These investigators presented preliminary findings at the 2024 AVMA Veterinary Business and Economic Forum, held virtually October 8-9. They say it all boils down to how the work environment is structured and helping employees reconsider their roles.
Pet population continues to increase while pet spending declines
AVMA
The pet population continues to increase but at different rates for dogs and cats. Dogs have reached their highest numbers yet after taking a dip last year while the number of cats continues to increase incrementally. The percentage of U.S. households that own dogs and cats have also increased steadily. Dog owners spent less overall on their pets this year compared to 2023 while cat owners spent slightly more than they did in 2023. Veterinary care made up about one-third of total spending on pet-related expenses in either year; however, the average amount spent per household on veterinary care for pets decreased by 4% from last year to this year.
How to get involved with Domestic Violence Awareness Month
DVM360
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM), which serves as an opportunity to show support for domestic violence survivors and for advocates and others to unite in their work to end domestic abuse. But what are its origins?
Managing overweight performance horses
The Horse
My 10-year-old reining horse is an easy keeper and a 7 to an 8 on the body condition scale. My veterinarian recommends he lose weight to prevent other problems later in his life. What tips do you have for helping him lose weight but still supporting him with the nutrients he needs?
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