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21 Aug Updated AVMA Cannabis Report
As the discussion of the use of cannabis-derived and -related products in veterinary medicine continues to evolve, the AVMA is providing an update for practitioners regarding the legal and regulatory framework surrounding such use. The information included in the attached document is not specific to the legal or regulatory status of products of any particular company. Rather, it reflects our understanding of the current status of this class of products based on information provided by federal agencies. Please feel free to share this information and be in touch if you...
11 Aug GOV. SIGNS GVMA SPONSORED PROFESSIONAL HEALTH PROGRAM BILL (SB 346)
SB346 allows the State Board of Veterinary Medicine to contract with a professional health program to provide rehabilitative services to impaired veterinarians. Additionally, the measure creates a seat on the state board for a veterinary technician. SB346 comes at the request of the GVMA and Sen. Ellis Black, R-Valdosta. The GVMA Resilience & Well-Being Committee lobbied for veterinarians to be included in the Georgia Physician’s Health Program (GPHP) which provides support for physicians who are seeking intervention for substance abuse disorders. GPHP currently works with physicians, physician assistants, and respiratory therapists...
17 Jun WHAT WE VALUE
The core values of the GVMA include integrity, progressive thinking, compassion & inclusivity. These have been and continue to be our beliefs. We support the following statement by the AVMA. Article from AVMA: https://www.avma.org/avma-stands-black-community READ JAVMA: Veterinarians talk racial discrimination ...
29 Apr VIRTUAL MEETING: MENTAL HEALTH & COVID-19
Difficult Emotions & Uncertain Times: A Mindful Veterinary Survival Guide Difficult Emotions and Uncertain Times References Mindful Veterinary Tips for Working with Fear and Stress During COVID SPEAKER: LAURA SMALLWOOD, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), RYT-200 Dr. Laura Smallwood’s professional experience includes over 35 years in the practice of veterinary medicine, the majority of that as a small animal internal medicine specialist and practice owner. Dr. Smallwood began her study of Mindfulness early in 2016 as part of a collaboration to develop a 6-week Mindfulness-based stress resilience program for Saint Francis Veterinary Specialists. Since that...
17 Apr Virtual Meeting: Mental Health & COVID-19
Devoted exclusively to questions and concerns regarding the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the mental health and well-being of veterinary workers. COVID-19 has changed how we work and how we live in ways so profound as to be unimaginable only 6 weeks ago. Yet here we are, living through uncertainty, difficult emotions, and social isolation. At work, there are safety concerns, operational changes, concerns for job security, and growing financial constraints. For those who are not currently employed, there is personal financial distress. Whether you need help personally or want to...
17 Apr GVMA TOWN HALL MEETING ON COVID-19 (4/16/2020)
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in Animal Health, Emergency/Disaster, Industry News, Legislation, One Health, Practice Management, Veterinary Careers
GUIDANCE ON COVID-19 Pandemic FROM GA VETERINARY HEALTH OFFICIALS View the Q&A DOCUMENT View resources from the following Meeting Mental Health & COVID-19 Devoted exclusively to questions and concerns regarding the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the mental health and well-being of veterinary workers. View More ...
10 Apr GVMA TOWN HALL MEETING ON COVID-19 (4/09/2020)
Telemedicine: Navigating the COVID-19 Crisis Successfully View the Q&A DOCUMENT VIEW NEWS FROM OUR FOLLOWING MEETING: GUIDANCE ON COVID-19 PANDEMIC FROM GA VETERINARY HEALTH OFFICIALS View Now ...
08 Apr GVMA Town Hall Meeting on COVID-19 (4/07/2020)
NOT "BUSINESS AS USUAL": Running Your Practice During COVID-19 View the Q&A DOCUMENT View the Paycheck Protection Program FAQ VIEW NEWS FROM OUR FOLLOWING MEETING: TELEMEDICINE: Navigating the COVID-19 Crisis Successfully View Now ...
03 Apr GVMA Town Hall Meeting on COVID-19 (4/02/2020)
Surviving the Storm: Business Strategies for Weathering the Financial Uncertainties Read the Q&A DOCUMENT VIEW NEWS FROM OUR FOLLOWING MEETING: NOT "BUSINESS AS USUAL": RUNNING YOUR PRACTICE DURING COVID-19 (4/07) View Now ...