AVMA President To Tackle Vet Med’s Financial Challenges

News — Sun, 22 Aug 2021 12:43:05 +0000

Dr. José Arce, the American Veterinary Medical Association's incoming president, announced that during his first year in office he will focus on removing financial barriers for those who wish to enter the field of veterinary medicine. He will also prioritize promoting the well-being of veterinarians, including veterinary students.

Arce said that high student debt and other “formidable” economic challenges threaten the wellness of professionals in veterinary medicine. He said he will work to improve the educational debt-to-income disparities by advocating legislators to propose low-interest or interest-free student loans so that veterinary degrees are more accessible.

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Arce is also prioritizing fostering an environment that promotes mental health, personal happiness, and the emotional well-being of everyone involved in veterinary medicine.

Arce notes that the pandemic has highlighted the essential role veterinary medicine plays in public health. He hopes to foster relationships with other global veterinary associations and intergovernmental institutions to support global public health, animal health and animal welfare.

American Horse Council’s Conference And National Issues Forum Schedule Released

News — Fri, 04 Sep 2020 11:43:35 +0000

The American Horse Council is pleased to announce the tentative program for its' October 26-28, 2020 Virtual Conference as follows:

Monday October 26 – Free and open to anyone to listen in – registration required

11 AM ET Recreation Trails & Land Use Committee
1 PM ET     Racing Advisory Committee
3 PM ET     Health & Regulatory Committee
5 PM ET     Equine Welfare Committee
7 PM ET     Marketing Alliance – Time to Ride Program Update

Tuesday October 27 – Free and open to anyone to listen in – registration required

11 AM ET Shows & Competition Committee
1 PM ET United Horse Coalition & Equine Welfare Data Collective
Guest Speakers: Retired Racehorse Project – Jen Roytz
Heart of Phoenix/Appalachian Trainer Face Off -Tinia Creamer

Wednesday October 28 – Paid registration required

11 AM ET Legislative Update & Overview of AHC Initiatives
1 PM ET Guest Speaker – Crisis Management – Davis Fuscus of Xenophon Strategies
2 PM ET     Guest Speakers – Dude Ranch Association members on outdoor riding destinations – Russell True of the White Stallion Ranch and Cheri Amos-Helmicki of the Bar Lazy J Guest Ranch
3 PM ET     Guest Speaker – Dr. Victoria Lac of the Herd Institute – Diversity, Equality and Inclusion
5 PM ET     Awards Cocktail Party honoring Rolapp, Hickey and Van Ness Award Winners

The AHC is known for convening the equine industry's visionaries and leaders in an intimate three days of informative and innovative discussion on some of the most relevant challenges and initiatives facing the industry. Attendees get to participate in discussions that help shape the industry and optimize existing and emerging legislative and regulatory issues.

Registration will open on or around September 1, 2020, and video conference logistics will be sent to registered participants along with committee meeting agendas and bios for guest speakers.

AHC will hold its 2021 meeting June 6-9 at The Le Meridien in downtown Denver, CO.

Contact AHC President at jbroadway@horsecouncil.org for more information.

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AVMA President To Tackle Vet Med’s Financial Challenges

American Horse Council’s Conference And National Issues Forum Schedule Released