Tag: veterinarian
Rural large animal veterinarian shortage on the horizon: report
High educational debt, lower potential earnings and a lack of support are contributing to the shortage of large animal veterinarians in the U.S., according to a new report.
W.Va. passes telehealth bill to address veterinarian shortages
A recent West Virginia bill aims to help address a shortage of veterinarians by allowing veterinarians from other states to practice telehealth in West Virginia.
Ohio Department of Ag announces Dennis Summers as state veterinarian
The Ohio Department of Agriculture announced Dr. Dennis Summers as Chief of the Division of Animal Health, which is charged with protecting and promoting the health of Ohio’s livestock and poultry industries, Dec. 7. In that capacity, he serves as Ohio’s State Veterinarian and oversees all operations for the division.
‘He made every minute count’: Tony Forshey, Ohio state veterinarian, has...
Dr. Tony Forshey, 69, Ohio’s state veterinarian and chief of animal health at the Ohio Department of Agriculture — a man known as a committed servant leader — died Nov. 26.
FDA proposes animal antibiotics go behind the counter
The FDA proposed over-the-counter antibiotics used in animals become available from a veterinarian only as a way to curb antibiotic resistance.
More action is needed on vet shortage
Food animal and public health veterinarians will receive loan assistance in exchange for a three-year commitment to practice in a veterinary shortage area.
Veterinarian receives dairy industry award
Dr. Alan McCauley, DVM, of Mount Cory, Ohio, was honored with the Image Award during the exhibitor appreciation dinner at the 55th All-American Dairy Show.
National DHIA offers $1,500 scholarships to veterinary students
National Dairy Herd Information Association is offering $1,500 scholarships to third-year or fourth-year college of veterinary medicine students.
Tapped to lead
Gabe Middleton, a veterinarian with the Orrville Veterinary Clinic in Wayne County, Ohio, is set to lead the Council for Agricultural Science and Technology.
Uncovering myths on spay and neuter surgeries
Although spay and neuter procedures are common, there are many misconceptions and concerns about them.
