We’re a community of individuals who are passionate about veterinary medicine and improving the lives of those it touches.
Every veterinarian deserves a rich and fulfilling career
At the GVMA, we understand the demands of veterinary medicine and provide resources that are vital to our member’s success and well-being.
More work-life balance
Financial freedom from educational debt
Confidence to perform at a high level
Understanding of compassion fatigue
“I have found the GVMA benefits to be quite impactful. In particular, their continuing education program has provided me with the tools I need to stay on the cutting edge of what is happening in our field.”
Rita Kuhn, Practice Manager
East Atlanta Animal Clinic (GVMA Premier Member)
Premier Membership offers GVMA benefits to your entire staff—including associates, techs, assistants, and practice managers!
We provide benefits essential to your success and well-being
Looking for resources that will help you thrive in your career? We understand the demands of veterinary medicine and provide resources that are vital to our member’s success.
“I’ve been a supporter of GVMA, and I appreciate all the lobbying efforts done on behalf of the veterinary community. Your work ensures that necessary changes in our profession are made.”
Dr. Terrence Ferguson
Practice Owner, Critter Fixer Veterinary Hospital
“I think recent graduates should get involved with the GVMA because of the support offered to new veterinarians exploring a variety of different career paths. As a practice owner, the GVMA has been a wonderful resource to me regarding practice and OSHA regulations.”
Dr. Emily Underwood
Practice Owner, Mill Creek Veterinary Hospital
Choose the membership plan that’s right for you
Features
Individuals
Premier
Free Digital Regulatory Handbook, OSHA Handbook
Free Digital Regulatory Handbook, OSHA Handbook
Free Digital Regulatory Handbook, OSHA Handbook
Discounted Certified Veterinary Assistant Program Materials
Discounted Certified Veterinary Assistant Program Materials
Discounted Certified Veterinary Assistant Program Materials
Best price on CE with no late registration penalties
Best price on CE with no late registration penalties
Best price on CE with no late registration penalties
Discounted Support Staff CE
Discounted Support Staff CE
Discounted Support Staff CE
CE Proceedings Library (New in 2021)
CE Proceedings Library (New in 2021)
CE Proceedings Library (New in 2021)
Discounted LEAP CE for support staff*
Discounted LEAP CE for support staff*
Discounted LEAP CE for support staff*
Free LEAP CE ($250 savings!)
Free LEAP CE ($250 savings!)
Free LEAP CE ($250 savings!)
Free GVMA Compass Program Access
Free GVMA Compass Program Access
Free GVMA Compass Program Access
The GA Vet Magazine
The GA Vet Magazine
The GA Vet Magazine
GVMA E-news
GVMA E-news
GVMA E-news
Career Center Access
Career Center Access
Career Center Access
Certified Veterinary Assistant Program Access
Certified Veterinary Assistant Program Access
Certified Veterinary Assistant Program Access
Mental Health Resource Access
Mental Health Resource Access
Mental Health Resource Access
Online Membership Directory Access
Online Membership Directory Access
Online Membership Directory Access
Relief Veterinarian Directory Access
Relief Veterinarian Directory Access
Relief Veterinarian Directory Access
Discounted Premium CE
Discounted Premium CE
Discounted Premium CE
Discounted Webinars
Discounted Webinars
Discounted Webinars
Credit Card Processing Savings
Credit Card Processing Savings
Credit Card Processing Savings
Spay/Neuter Reimbursement Grant Access
Spay/Neuter Reimbursement Grant Access
Spay/Neuter Reimbursement Grant Access
Debt Collection Agency
Debt Collection Agency
Debt Collection Agency
Plumb’s Veterinary Drug App Discount
Plumb’s Veterinary Drug App Discount
Plumb’s Veterinary Drug App Discount
* Individual Members (Basic, Qualified & Recent Grad Memberships) will receive 50% off LEAP CE registration for their support staff. Premier Members will receive free LEAP CE registrations for all staff members.
Pricing & Discounts
Membership has its benefits. Come join us!
RECENT GRADS
- $75/ yr.
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- 2023 DVM Graduates: $75
- 2022 DVM Graduates: $115
- 2021 DVM Graduates: $165
- Current students receive free membership. Contact us for more details.
Best Value
PREMIER
- $570/ yr.
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- Membership includes 1st doctor & all support staff.
Only $270 for each additional doctor. - Additional Benefits:
- + Lowest rates on CE for entire staff
(plus no late registration penalties!) - + Free digital Regulatory & OSHA handbooks
- + Discounted Certified Veterinary Program Materials
- Membership includes 1st doctor & all support staff.
INDIVIDUALS
- $305/ yr.
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- Basic Membership: $305
- Government Membership: $180
- Student Membership: FREE
- Retired/non-practicing or practicing outside of GA? Contact us to see if you qualify for reduced membership!
Still have questions? We’re here to help.
What's the difference between Premier Membership and Individual?
As a Premier Member, you will:
- Gain benefits for the support staff in your practice
- Receive the best rate on continuing education (Save between $100-$200 on just our VetSouth Fall conference!)
- Skip the late fees for last minute registrations
- Be able to assign anyone within your membership as a “key contact” – they’ll be able to manage the account and submit forms on behalf of any member in your practice.
- Receive significant savings for our Certified Veterinary Assistant Program.
- + WAY more!
The more you utilize your membership, the more you save!
Are there membership options for retired veterinarians and/or those practicing out of state?
Yes! If you are fully retired from the practice of medicine or do not practice medicine within the state of Georgia, you qualify for our discounted membership of $185 per year. Call our office for details at (678) 309-9800.
I have multiple clinics, how can I set them all up as GVMA members?
If you are interested in setting multiple practices up for our premier membership, please email our office with details of the practice and each member you would like to add ( Don’t forget your support staff – they are included in premier membership at no additional cost!).
If you are interested in signing up each doctor as an individual member, you may do so by logging into each of their accounts separately (or having them do so) and completing our online membership application.
Can veterinary technicians be members of the GVMA?
There is currently no individual membership offered to technicians, practice manager or support staff. However, all non-dvms are included with Premier membership at no additional cost!
Do you offer proration or short-term memberships?
Our memberships are billed annually only. Our membership year begins on September 1st. Anyone joining on or after this date will enjoy member benefits until December 31st of the next year. Joining before this date will set your memberships expiration to December 31st of the current year.
Examples:
- Dr. Jones completed a membership application on September 5, 2023. Dr. Jones will be able to access their membership until December 31, 2024.
- Dr. Smith completed a membership application on May 1, 2023. Dr. Smith will have access to their membership account until December 31, 2023.