MVMA Quarterly - Spring 2023

BOARD OF GOVERNORS

Dr. Matt Silvius

President

Dr. Kacie Ulhorn

President-Elect

Dr. David Wilson

Vice President

Dr. Shelia Taylor

Secretary/Treasurer

Dr. Edward Migneco

Board Chair

EXECUTIVE BOARD

Dr. Kenton Morgan

Northwest District Delegate

Dr. Jeffrey Sparks

North Central District Delegate

Dr. Laura Moon

Northeast District Delegate

Dr. Christi Belew

Kansas City District Delegate

Dr. Jessica Stroupe

West Central District Delegate

Dr. Jessica Farris

Greater St. Louis District Delegate

Dr. Justin Berger

East Central District Delegate

Dr. Julie King

Southwest District Delegate

Dr. Sean Byrd

Southeast District Delegate

Dr. Chuck Barry

AVMA Delegate

Dr. Carol Ryan

AVMA Alternate Delegate

Dr. Carolyn Henry (Ex-officio)

MU College of Veterinary Medicine

Dr. Chuck Lemme (Ex-officio)

AVMA District 7 Representative

Dr. Cliff Miller (Ex-officio)

MVMA Legislative Chair

Stephanie Gilliam, RVT, MS (Ex-officio)

MVTA Legislative Chair

Robert Schmidt, Student Board Member

AT-LARGE DELEGATES

Dr. Lynn Martin • Dr. Sarah Reinkemeyer

Dr. Jason Nickell

STAFF

Julie Braun

Executive Director

Brette Frank

Member Relations & Event Manager

Jessie Schulte

Bookkeeper

Lizzie Benke

Digital Communications & Program Coordinator

Kim Ralston

Director of Print Communications

Michelle Gentges

Executive Assistant

Dawn Felger

Member Data Specialist

Lori Muhlenbruch

District Coordinator

Carol Ryan, DVM, Wentzville, Mo. was honored at the Missouri Veterinary Medical Association’s 131st Annual Convention on January 28th as the recipient of the coveted Veterinarian of the Year Award.

She was recognized for her dedication and service to her community, her clients and to the veterinary profession, as well as a mentor to future veterinarians who will follow.

Dr. Ryan has served as MVMA vice president, president-elect, president, and board chair. She has also been president of the MVMA Academy and delegate and alternate delegate to the AVMA.

In addition to practicing at Troy and Wentzville Veterinary Clinics, she and her husband, Bruce Rhodes, operate the Elsberry Animal Hospital in Elsberry, Mo.

See page 5 for complete article.

From the President

Hello MVMA members, we are returning from a fantastic MVMA Convention in Columbia. I had the pleasure of attending the majority of our committee meetings as well as getting to work closely with our amazing MVMA staff. Our convention this year was highlighted by our fantastic lineup of lecturers and our keynote speaker, Hall of Fame coach Gary Pinkel.

Matt Silvius, DVM

One thing I took away from Coach Pinkel’s talk was asking ourselves how we can get better this year. He mentioned the goal for his teams was to try to improve by 3-5% every year. With this in mind, it inspired our team to set some new goals for the year. This year at Eagle Animal Hospital, it will be our goal to have every full-time veterinarian become an MVMA Academy member.

The MVMA Academy is the honor society for veterinarians and serves as the continuing education advisory committee to the MVMA. The

From the Vice President

Stay in the Game!

Academy sets an exemplary standard for CE by requiring applicants to obtain 40 hours of CE a year to join. While membership is free, this honor allows you to set yourself apart from others by showing your commitment to the profession.

I look forward to a great year not only at our hospital in Kansas City but at the MVMA as well. I inspire to be a servant leader and hope to help the membership in any way that I can this year. Have a great year everyone!

Matt Silvius, DVM

David Wilson,

Thanks to all the MVMA members, including the many volunteers and committee members, the MVMA staff, and especially our Executive Director Julie Braun for their work to produce a great annual convention. This year’s meeting was a big and exciting change for me. I spent much more time in committee meetings than in educational seminars. The experience was very enlightening to meet all the great volunteers that work very hard to make the MVMA a strong organization and the MVMA annual convention an excellent meeting for Missouri veterinarians. I was particularly pleased to see new and expanded wet labs and hope we can offer even more labs in future annual meetings.

I continue to be impressed with the many services offered by the MVMA to help practicing veterinarians throughout Missouri as my involvement with the MVMA increases. Their work during the COVID pandemic was very beneficial in providing guidance to help us all navigate this very difficult time to help us provide services to our patients and clients, while keeping our staff as safe as possible. In addition, they are continuously working with our legislative connections to monitor any proposed legislation that might affect the practice of veterinary medicine in Missouri. Please go to https://www.movma.org/ and click on “Join MVMA” and “Benefits of Membership” to see all the services provided by our great organization. Spring is usually an extremely busy time for veterinarians, and I hope 2023 is a bit less chaotic than the

last few years have been. I look forward to my participation on the Executive Board as your new Vice President. Please contact me, the MVMA office, or any members of the Executive Board if you have any questions or concerns about the MVMA. I look forward to working with all of you. It is truly an honor to serve you and I welcome the challenge.

Sincerely,

David A. Wilson, DVM, MS, DACVS

DVM

Convention Highlights Stay In the Game!

Over 500 veterinarians, veterinary students, veterinary technicians, and their families attended the Missouri Veterinary Medical Association’s 131st Annual Convention on January 26-29 at the Holiday Inn Executive Center, Columbia, Mo. The convention offered over 60 continuing education lectures to participants. The convention was sponsored by numerous companies with major support from the MVMA Partners For Progress members: Addison Biological Laboratory, Inc., Boehringer Ingelheim, Hill’s Pet Nutrition, J Hooker Construction Services, Amerisource Bergen/MWI Animal Health, ProPartners Wealth, Purina ProPlan, Bank of America Private Bank, Veterinary Practice Partners, Stopp & VanHoy CPAs, and Zoetis Animal Health. Also thanks to our Affinity Program, Payroc.

After two days of continuing education lectures, attendees enjoyed a fun Friday evening with hors d’oeuvres, Missouri wine, a silent auction, and friendly conversation while prize winners were drawn in the annual Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation Drawing. Congratulations to Dr. Joann Kunz and Dr. Neal Roetemeyer, who decided to split the $10,000 prize, and to all of the other winners at this year’s drawing!

The Saturday afternoon General Membership meeting saw the installation of officers for 2023. Newly installed officers include: Dr. Matt Silvius, President, Riverside, Mo.; Dr. Kacie Ulhorn, President-elect, Hermann, Mo.; Dr. David Wilson, Vice President, Columbia, Mo.; Dr. Shelia L. Taylor, Secretary/Treasurer, Springfield, Mo. and Dr. Edward Migneco, Board Chair, St. Louis, Mo.

2023 MVMA Executive Board Members are as follows: Dr. Kenton Morgan, Northwest District Delegate; Dr. Jeffrey Sparks, North Central District Delegate; Dr. Laura Moon, Northeast District Delegate; Dr. Christi Belew, Greater Kansas City District Delegate; Dr. Jessica Stroupe, West Central District Delegate; Dr. Jessica Farris, Greater St. Louis District Delegate; Justin Berger, DVM, East Central District Delegate; Dr. Julie King, Southwest District Delegate; Dr. Sean Byrd, Southeast District Delegate; Dr. Chuck Barry, AVMA Delegate; Dr. Carol Ryan, AVMA Alternate Delegate; Dr. Carolyn Henry, Dean - MU College of Vet. Med.; Dr. Chuck Lemme, AVMA District 7 Representative; Dr. Cliff Miller, Ex-officio; Stephanie Gilliam, RVT, Ex-officio; and Robert Schmidt, Student Representative. At-large Delegates are: Dr. Lynn Martin, Columbia, Mo.; Dr. Sarah Reinkemeyer, Koeltztown, Mo.; and Dr. Jason Nickell, Parkville, Mo.

The convention offered a day-by-day registration with a nine-hour CE program on Thursday and five-hour program on Friday in addition to a six hour program on Saturday and four hours on Sunday for those who were unable to attend the usual four-day program. All convention continuing education and activities were open to veterinary technicians and practice staff throughout the weekend. The convention also hosted MUCVM students who were able to take a break from their classes and attend advanced educational sessions and visit with other MVMA members.

On Friday, veterinary students visited with practicing veterinarians during the Student: Vet Networking event. The new networking format was a hit with both students and doctors. The convention also offered a study hall room for students to “hit the books” without having to leave.

Prior to the banquet, the Missouri Veterinary Technician Association held a reception, sponsored by Hill’s, for technicians and practice staff members attending the convention. In addition, the Early Career Task Force hosted a forum where new veterinarians were able to sit down and share their post-graduation experiences, as well as, discuss early career myths, tips and tricks with guest speaker, Jessica Farris, DVM.

The highlight at Saturday evening’s Awards Ceremony, was the presentation of the 2023 MVMA Veterinarian of the Year award to Dr. Carol Ryan, Wentzville, Mo.. Dr. Robert Hertzog presented the award to Dr. Ryan. Others who received honors during the evening included:

The MVMA’s annual President’s Award is given to individuals who were instrumental to the President’s efforts to advance the veterinary profession for the betterment of animal health in the state.

Dr. Edward Migneco, MVMA past president, presented this year’s award to Marcy Hammerle, DVM St. Charles, Mo. and Mark Lux, DVM, St. Louis, Mo. Dr. Steve Strubberg Hermann, Mo. received the Robert E. Hertzog Veterinary Leadership Award. The award was presented to Dr. Strubberg by Dr. Robert Hertzog. The award is for outstanding vision, leadership and personal sacrifice for the betterment of the veterinary profession in Missouri. Dr. Sadina Scott, Shawnee, KS., received the MVMA’s Ortu Stella Award. The award for early career leadership was presented to Dr. Scott by Dr. Christi Belew. The award is presented to graduates up to 10 years out who are illuminating the path of veterinary medicine to those around them.

The MVMA 2023 Legislative Leadership Award was presented to Senator Justin Brown, Rolla, Mo. The award is in recognition for legislative leadership consistent with the MVMA mission; the protection of animal health and welfare; the relief of animal suffering; the conservation of animal resources; and the advancement of public health.

Dr. Shelia Taylor, Springfield, Mo., received the Distinguished Service Award from the Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation (MVMF). Dr. Edward Migneco presented the award to Dr. Taylor.

Brandon Thornberry, DVM, Kirkwood, Mo., received the MVMA Academy Distinguished Service Award. The award was presented to Dr. Thornberry by Dr. Betsy Marziani, president of the MVMA Academy. We hope that all members had a great experience and that the convention will help them “Stay in the Game” into 2023. Plan to join us next year on January 25-28 for more great education, fellowship and fun in Columbia, Mo.

MVMA members and MU-CVM students gather for a photo after the student welcome orientation on Friday.

Dr. Carol Ryan Awarded 2023 Veterinarian of the Year

Carol Ryan, DVM, practitioner at Troy & Wentzville Veterinary Clinics, Wentzville, Mo was honored as the recipient of the coveted 2023 Veterinarian of the Year Award. Dr. Robert Hertzog presented the award to Dr. Ryan at the ceremony.

Dr. Ryan is a 1992 graduate of the University of Missouri-College of Veterinary Medicine. She has worked as a mixed animal practitioner at the Troy & Wentzville Veterinary Clinics since graduation. She was raised on a registered Angus and swine farm and is still involved in the production of beef at the family’s Centralia farm. She is a member of the AVMA, MVMA, and the GSLVMA. Dr. Ryan has been president of the MVMA and its Academy, AAVSB Race program screener and a cochairman of the Missouri State Medical Board. She is an AVMA alternate delegate and attends many nationwide meetings focusing on AVMA advocacy and leadership training.

She currently serves on AVMA’s Committee of Scientific Activities. She is a member of Sacred Heart Church, the St. Charles Cattlemen’s and Pork Producers, is a 4-H club leader and a 4-H livestock advisor.

The Missouri Veterinary Medical Association’s Veterinarian of the Year award is the premiere recognition bestowed by the association. The award winner is determined annually by the MVMA Board members, who represent nearly 1,700 veterinary members of the MVMA in Missouri. The recipient of this highest honor is chosen based on their impeccable reputation as a skilled and knowledgeable veterinarian, their dedication and service to their patients and clients, their service as an integral participant in their community, the engagement and leadership in organized veterinary medicine, their mentorship to our future veterinarians, the admiration and respect held for them among their peers, and the positive impact they have had on the lives they have touched. (See Dr. Ryan’s thank you letter on page 6.)

Dr. Marcy Hammerle and Dr. Mark Lux Honored with 2023 MVMA President’s Awards

Dr. Edward Migneco, MVMA past-president, presented this year’s award to Marcy Hammerle, DVM St. Charles, Mo. and Mark Lux, DVM, St. Louis, Mo.

Marcy Hammerle, DVM, DABVP is a 2003 graduate of the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine. She is the owner of The Pet Doctor, an AAHA accredited, three doctor small animal practice in O’Fallon, MO. She is a member of the AVMA, MVMA, ABVP, AAHA and attends over 50 hours of medical and management continu-

ing education yearly. In 2017, Dr. Hammerle also became certified in canine rehabilitation (CCRP). She has been active in the MVMA since graduation and has been involved in organized veterinary medicine by serving on many different committees and task forces.

Dr. Lux is a 1982 graduate of the University of Missouri-College of Veterinary Medicine. He practiced in the Spanish Lake and the South County areas until opening Mackenzie Pointe Animal Hospital in September of 1991.

He is a past-president of the Greater St. Louis Veterinary Medical Association (GSLVMA), and past delegate to the Missouri Veterinary Medical Association (MVMA). He is currently chairperson of the MVMA’s Scope of Practice Committee.

The MVMA’s annual President’s Award is given to individuals who were instrumental to the President’s efforts to advance the veterinary profession for the betterment of animal health in the state.

Dr. Carol Ryan (left) 2023 MVMA Veterinarian of the Year, with the award’s presenter, Dr. Robert Hertzog.

The MVMA President’s Award was presented to Dr. Marcy Hammerle (right), St. Charles, Mo., and Dr. Mark Lux, St. Louis, Mo. at ceremonies held January 28th. Dr. Edward Migneco (left), presented the award. Dr. Lux was not present at the ceremony

Dr. Mark Lux, 2023 President’s Award honoree.

2023 MVMA OFFICERS

A Thank You from Dr. Ryan

Newly installed MVMA officers:

Dr. Matt Silvius, president, Riverside, Mo.; Dr. Kacie Ulhorn, president-elect, Hermann, Mo.; Dr. David Wilson, vice-president, Columbia, Mo.; Dr. Shelia Taylor, secretary-treasurer, Springfield, Mo.; and Dr. Edward Migneco, St. Louis Mo., board chair.

Dr. David Wilson Installed as 2023 MVMA Vice President

Dr. David Wilson grew up on a mixed livestock and grain farm in LeRoy, Illinois. He graduated from Illinois State University with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. He managed a quarter horse farm in Bloomington, IL during college, which eventually altered his career path from accounting to veterinary medicine. He graduated in 1984 from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Wilson joined the Illinois Equine Center in Farmer City, Illinois and returned to the University of Illinois to complete an equine surgery residency and master’s degree. He subsequently joined the University of Missouri, College of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery as a clinical instructor in equine surgery. In due course he became a full professor, section head of equine medicine and surgery, chair of the hospital advisory board, and hospital director of the MU Veterinary Health Center.

Dr. Wilson retired from the University of Missouri in 2021 as an Emeritus Professor and continues to be involved as an Adjunct Professor with the MU Veterinary Health Center. He lives on a small farm near Columbia, MO with his spouse Chris, their 2 dogs, and 3 horses. He has three daughters that live in the Columbia area.

Dr. Wilson is a member of the West Central VMA and the Missouri VMA. He has been a member of multiple MVMA committees including the equine committee (Chair 2004-7), and legislative, scope of practice, and membership committes. He worked with the MVMA to initiate the annual summer Equine Program at MU.

Dear MVMA members and staff, I am humbled and honored to be the recipient of the prestigious Veterinarian of the Year Award. Previous winners have blazed the trail of excellence for our veterinary community. I will continue the tradition of honoring our profession with pride and unending service for a brighter future.

I personally would not be where I am today without the dear mentorship of some influential veterinarians. A special thank you to Dr. Garrett, Dr. Ragan, and the late Dr. Rasmussen. I started mixed animal practice with the Troy & Wentzville Veterinary Clinics in 1992 and I am still with the practices. They taught me a wealth of information that I value as well as their friendship. I have been blessed to have such great mentors. While in vet school in 1990, I had a calling from Dean Kahrs to help materialize a little project known as the Gentle Doctor Benefit. I led fellow students to participate in the heartwarming event that raised money for a little project called Clydesdale Hall. I was able to participate in a free block with Dr. Bud Hertzog where we delved into large animal medicine as well as work with the American Royal livestock and worked behind-the-scenes medicine at the K.C. Zoo. He has been instrumental in teaching me the vital significance of organized veterinary medicine. I have spent countless volunteer hours serving organizations on the local, state, and national levels. I have screened CE for RACE for years with AAVSB. I was President of the Missouri Veterinary Academy and I was the Chairman of the Missouri Veterinary Medical Board. I held numerous MVMA offices as well as MVMA President and Board Chair. I have been a delegate to the AVMA representing the great state of Missouri.

I participate with the MVMA Legislative Committee. I travel to Jefferson City and advocate for our profession as well in Washington D.C. on Capitol Hill. Visiting with Senators and Representatives has enlightened their understanding of the issues our industry faces. We need continued support from veterinarians like you. The experience from all these roles has been wonderful. However, the valued friendship with others serving our profession has been priceless.

My husband Bruce Rhodes and I own the Elsberry Animal Hospital. We have been blessed with four amazing children and a crazy life. I thank them for allowing me to give my time and talents to this amazing profession.

Sincerely,

Carol Ryan, DVM

David Wilson, DVM Edward Migneco, DVM

Matt Silvius, DVM

Shelia Taylor, DVM

David Wilson, DVM

Kacie Ulhorn, DVM

Dr.

Steve Strubberg

Receives 2023

Robert Hertzog Leadership Award

Steve Strubberg, DVM, Hermann, Mo. received the Robert E. Hertzog Veterinary Leadership Award. The award is presented by Dr. Ron Cott for outstanding vision, leadership and personal sacrifice for the betterment of the veterinary profession in Missouri.

Dr. Strubberg received his Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine in 1989 from the University of Missouri. Following graduation, he owned and operated Hermann Veterinary Clinic, a mixed animal practice in Hermann, Missouri, for nearly 30 years. He was named the State Veterinarian of Missouri in April 2019.

Dr. Sadina Scott Receives Ortu Stella Award for Leadership

Sadina Scott, DVM, Shawnee, KS., received the Missouri Veterinary Medical Association’s (MVMA) Ortu Stella Award. The award for early career leadership was presented to Dr. Scott by Dr. Christi Belew.

The Ortu Stella recipient must in some way shine brightly, aid comrades in navigating the veterinary profession, assist in illuminating the path for those around them, and/or demonstrate that they habitually strive to rise to the occasion.

Dr. Scott is owner/practitioner at Family Pet Hospital of Shawnee. Dr. Scott is currently serving as the elected Vice President of the Kansas City Veterinary Medical Association, the immediate past President of the Kansas City Chapter of Be The Change Volunteers, serves on the Veterinary Advisory Board for Companion Protect and is an active member of the American Veterinary Medical Association. She serves on the Legislative Committee for the Missouri Veterinary Medical Association and is a graduate of the MVMA’s Power of Ten Leadership Program.

MVMA Academy Installs Officers; Dr. Brandon Thornberry Receives 2023 Distinguished Service Award

The MVMA Academy installed officers for 2023 at their business meeting held January 28 during the MVMA convention. Incoming officers are: Todd Taylor, DVM – President, Parkville, Mo. and Jessica Gardner, DVM - Vice President, Kearney, Mo.

Brandon Thornberry, DVM, Kirkwood, Mo., received the MVMA Academy Distinguished Service Award. The award was accepted by Dr. Betsy Marziani, president of the MVMA Academy. Dr. Thornberry was unable to attend.

Dr. Thornberry is a practitioner at Carevet located in Kirkwood, Mo. He graduated from the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine in 2016. He has experience in both small-animal general practice and emergency services.

MVMA Academy Distinguished Service Award recipients are individuals who have rendered meritorious service to promoting and advancing continuing education in the veterinary profession.

Sen. Justin Brown Receives Legislative Leadership Award

Senator Justin Brown, Rolla, Mo., received the MVMA’s Distinguished Legislative Leadership Award at ceremonies held during the MVMA’s annual convention. The honor is given “In grateful recognition for legislative leadership consistent with the MVMA mission; the protection of animal health and welfare; the relief of animal suffering; the conservation of animal resources; and the advancement of public health.”

Senator Brown was elected in 2018 to represent Missouri’s 16th Senatorial District. He currently farms more than 2,200 acres, primarily raising corn and soybeans. He also maintains a cow-calf operation on the family farm.

Dr. Steve Strubberg (center) with Dr. Ron Cott (left) and Dr. Robert Hertzog after the awards presentation.

Dr. Sadina Scott (left) receives the 2023 Ortu Stella Award from Dr. Christi Belew.

Dr. Betsy Marziani (left), and Dr. Kacie Ulhorn accept the Academy Distinguished Service Award for Dr. Brandon Thornberry.

Sen. Justin Brown (right) with Dr. Cliff Miller. Sen. Brown received the MVMA’s 2023 Legislative Leadership Award.

HIGHLIGHTS AND ACTIONS OF THE EXECUTIVE BOARD

Highlights and Actions of the MVMA Executive Board Meeting

January 26, 2023 Columbia Mo.

The Missouri Veterinary Medical Association Executive Board met January 26, 2023 at the Holiday Inn Executive Center, Columbia, Mo. The following are highlights. All formal actions were moved and seconded by board members, and all motions carried, unless noted otherwise:

• The MVMA Executive Board reviewed and approved the minutes and financial reports of the association.

• Heard statements from AVMA President candidates Drs. Sandra Fae Butler, Arnold Goldman, and Bob Murtaugh.

• AVMA Immediate Past President, Jose Arce, DVM and MVMA Delegates to AVMA Chuck Barry, DVM and Carol Ryan, DVM reported to the board. You can read Dr. Barry’s AVMA Delegate report on page 26.

• Missouri was the host of a successful 13 state Heartland meeting during the AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference in January in Chicago.

• Dr. Brenda Bright Immediate Past President, Iowa VMA gave a state report

• Mo. Veterinary Medial (licensing) Board gave a report reminding veterinarians to complete their required 10 hours of CE, notify the MVMB of clinic closures, and renewing

their BNDD license. The MVMB will have a computer system upgrade to move many things online.

• An MVMA AVMA District VII Recruitment Task Force was appointed by the MVMA Executive Board.

• MVMA Legislative Chair, Dr. Cliff Miller reported on legislation currently active in the legislative session. You can follow the session happenings at www.movma.org/page/ LegislativeSession2023.

• Dr. Matt Silvius gave a status report on the 2023 convention events and activities.

• Heard a report of the MU College of Veterinary Medicine by Dean Carolyn Henry with a thank you to all MVMA members that helped in the pre-screening of over 1,500 outof-state applicants. 310 out-of state and all of the 157 in-state applicants were interviewed. Gerelyn Henry, MBA is the new director for the hospital. VMDL construction is underway and plans for the Kansas City facility.

• The MVMA Wellbeing Task Force was reappointed for another 3 years.

• Rural Veterinary Task Force reported the Quality of Life survey will be repeated and a comparison to the early 2020 survey will be shared. Due to complications with Mo. Price fixing laws, MVMA legal counsel advised the MVMA to discontinue the benchmarking project and research.

• It was reported that the Committee Application Form has been completed and utilized. www.movma.org/page/Committee_

Application

• The 2023 MVMA election outcome and candidates were reviewed, and new board members were welcomed.

• It was noted that the bylaws vote conducted last fall on membership committee leadership and Lifetime membership requirements passed by a vote of the membership.

• Licensing Board appointments and reappointments are regularly being solicited to the governor by the MVMA.

• Social media presence has increased dramatically over the past 12 months due in part to having a dedicated staff member.

• Financial reports were reviewed for the MVMA, LLC; PAC and Foundation.

MVMA General Membership Meeting Minutes

Saturday, January 28, 2023 Holiday Inn Executive Center – Columbia, Mo.

State of the Profession Forum

MVMA Welcome – Dr. Ed Migneco

MVMPAC Report – Dr. Mel Falk

MDA Update – Dr. Steve Strubberg

AVMA Delegate Report – Dr. Chuck Barry

AVMA Immediate Past-President Address – Dr. Jose Arce

MVMB Report – Dr. Michael Pfander

General Membership Meeting was called to order by President Dr. Ed Migneco at 7:00 am.

I. Minutes of Last Meeting

Dr. Shelia Taylor, Secretary-Treasurer, presented minutes from the January 29, 2022 MVMA General Membership Meeting held in Columbia, Mo..

It was moved and seconded to approve the minutes as prepared and presented. Motion carried.

II. Financial Reports

Dr. Shelia Taylor, Secretary-Treasurer, presented the 2022 financial statement. As of December 31, 2022, the MVMA reported $415,099.24 in bank accounts and Certificates of Deposit, plus $187,265.87 in receivables, fixed and other assets for total assets of $602,365.11.

It was moved and seconded to approve the financial statement as prepared and presented. Motion carried.

III. Executive Board Chairman, Dr. Marcy Hammerle presented the Executive Board Report from the Thursday, January 26, 2023 board meeting. (see board minutes)

It was moved and seconded to approve the actions of the Executive Board since the last Membership meeting. Motion carried.

IV. Old Business

There was no old business to bring before the membership.

V. New Business

MVMA Legislative Chair, Dr. Cliff Miller presented on the current legislative session and Veterinary Day at the Capitol.

VI. Announcement of the Election of 2023 MVMA Officers and New Board Members

Dr. Marcy Hammerle presented the results of the 2023 Officer Election. They were as follows:

For Officers:

President, Dr. Matt Silvius

President-Elect, Dr. Kacie Ulhorn

Vice President, Dr. David Wilson

Secretary/Treasurer, Dr. Shelia Taylor

Chairman of the Board, Dr. Ed Migneco

We wish to graciously thank Dr. Tom Rose, and Dr. Erica Nowlin for participating in our democratic process. We are very grateful and look forward to their continued involvement in the future.

For Board Members: Dr. Christi Belew, Dr. Justin Berger, Dr. Julie King

For At-Large Delegates: Dr. Lynn Martin, Dr. Jason Nickell , Dr. Sarah Reinkemeyer

AVMA Immediate Past-President, Dr. Jose Arce, installed the new officers and board members.

Receiving Retiring Board Member Plaques and/or Certificates were the following:

Dr. Tom Rose – At-Large Delegate

Dr. Sarah Meineke – Early Career Task Force Co-Chair

In accordance with the MVMA Constitution & Bylaws, Immediate Past-President Dr. Ed Migneco became the MVMA Executive Board Chairman. Dr. Matt Silvius presented him, with a Retiring President plaque for his, service to the MVMA.

Meeting Adjourned at 8:30 a.m.

Respectfully submitted by Dr. Shelia Taylor Secretary/Treasurer

A Message to Our MSFQAP Veterinarians

Dear MSFQAP Certified Veterinarians,

Thank you for your participation in the Missouri Stocker/Feeder Quality Assurance Program. We wish to make you aware a couple changes to the MSFQA Program which were agreed upon by the committee at their January 26, 2023 meeting.

1. Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) certification required for MSFQAP veterinarians.

VETERINARIAN BQA REQUIREMENT

Effective: February 1, 2024

We are asking all MSFQAP veterinarians to obtain current BQA certification by February 1, 2024. BQA certification is valid for 3 years and is increasingly being sought by cattle buyers. The committee believes adding the BQA requirement to the MSFQA Program will increase demand for MSFQAP calves, and keep the program at the forefront of the cattle industry. The MVMA office will need your BQA number on file to order tags after February 1, 2024.

If you have completed BQA training in the past 3 years:

Please contact the MVMA office and provide them with your certification number. If you do not have your certification number it may be obtained by contacting Sydney at the Missouri Beef Industry Council at sydney@mobeef.com.

If you need to complete BQA training:

Training can be completed online at: https:// www.bqa.org/. The “Cow/Calf” version of BQA is most relevant the MSFQAP program, but any version will be accepted. Alternatively, BQA training will be offered in person on Thursday January 25 during the 2024 MVMA Convention.

Once you complete BQA training don’t forget to provide your certification number to the MVMA office.

Ultimately the committee intends to require BQA certification of producers participating in the MSFQAP program at some point in (continued on page 12.

Impact of the Cannabis (Marijuana) Legal Landscape on Missouri Veterinarians

The legalization of recreational marijuana for humans in Missouri took effect December 8, 2022 and does not change the law as it applies to veterinarians and their patients. State laws legalizing marijuana use for people do not apply to cannabis use for animals.

The FDA has not approved cannabis for any use in animals. With the limited exception of the Epidiolex product, there are no cannabis-based products approved for use in animals, and use or prescription by veterinarians for animal patients is prohibited.

Below are the sections you will find in the Cannabis Research Memo from MVMA’s legal counsel dated January 5, 2023. The Cannabis Research Memo can be found at www.movma.org main page under the “Latest News” section.

• How is cannabis (marijuana) designated under federal and state law?

• What are important things for veterinarians to consider?

• What sections of the Veterinary Practice Act are relevant in determining what veterinarians can say to clients about cannabis?

• Can veterinarians give advice to clients about cannabis use for their animals?

• Are there current national developments to address the risk for veterinarians?

• What should veterinarians know about safety and efficacy of cannabis use for animals?

• What is Cannabis Toxicity?

• May banks service the cannabis industry?

• How does insurance come into play?

• What is the current legal landscape across the United States regarding cannabis?

Note: On January 26, 2023, FDA announced the existing regulatory framework for foods and supplements are not appropriate for CBD and will work with congress on a new way forward. MVMA will continue to monitor these efforts and make you aware of any changes.

(MSFQAP cont. from page 10.)

the future, however the timeline for implementing this requirement has not been determined.

2. Tag Cost Increase NEW TAG COST

Members: .25 per tag

Non-members: .30 per tag

The price of tags has increased five (5) cents due to the rise in costs. This increase for members and non-members took effect February 1, 2023. The last tag increase was in 2011.

MSFQAP: Helping producers realize the value of the investment they make in raising quality feeder cattle.

3. Change in Form Submission Requirements

LOT numbers for products used are no longer required on submission forms. The online form has been updated and the carbon copy paper forms will be updated. We will continue to use the forms we have until they run out.

As you know, the goal of the MSFQA Program is to help producers realize the value of the investment they make in raising quality feeder cattle. We hope these changes will keep the MSFQA Program at the forefront of the industry into the future. Thank you for your dedication to this program and making it successful for the veterinarians, producers, and consumers.

Upcoming

CE

& Events

May 2023

April 2023

15 36th Annual MU-CVM Gentle Doctor Benefit. To be held at the Holiday Inn Executive Center, 2200 Interstate 70 Dr. SW, Columbia, Mo. 65203. Auction, great fun and food.

16 MVMA Spring Executive Board Meeting

29 MVMF Board Meeting

6 MU-CVM Open House. 9 am - 3 pm. Join CVM students in opening the college’s campus to visitors. Lots of exhibits, entertainment, and educational fun.

14 MU-CVM Graduation. 1 p.m. in Jesse Hall.

7-13 National Pet Week. Get your clinic involved by celebrating the human/animal bond. Go to www.petweek.org.

19-21 MVTRA Spring Trail Ride. Pinecrest Campground, Salem, Mo.

June 2023

9-10 Power of Ten Leadership Retreat. For veterinarians 10 years out or less. Slots still available.

July 2023

14-18 AVMA Convention held in Denver Colorado. Visit movma.org for details.

April 15, 2023

MU-CVM Gentle Doctor Benefit

36th Annual MU-CVM Gentle Doctor Benefit. To be held at the Holiday Inn Executive Center, 2200 Interstate 70 Dr. SW, Columbia, Mo. 65203. Join in on great fun, food, music and and silent auction to support the MU-College of Veterinary Medicine.

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your trusted pair for protection

HEARTGARD® Plus (ivermectin/pyrantel) and NexGard® (afoxolaner) are designed with compliance in mind to keep your patients protected every month, year-round.

HEARTGARD® Plus and NexGard® are both formulated with the #1 tastes dogs prefer. 1,2

Dog owners pairing HEARTGARD Plus with NexGard were the most likely to purchase 12 months of protection versus other common brand pairings in a 2020 assessment of parasiticide purchases in veterinary clinics.*3

Over 2 billion doses of HEARTGARD Plus, and over 270 million doses of NexGard have been prescribed.4,5

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: HEARTGARD Plus is well tolerated. All dogs should be tested for heartworm infection before starting a preventive program. Following the use of HEARTGARD Plus, digestive and neurological side effects have rarely been reported. For more information, please see full prescribing information or visit www.HEARTGARDClinic.com.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: NexGard is for use in dogs only. The most frequently reported adverse reactions include vomiting, pruritus, lethargy, diarrhea, and lack of appetite. The safe use of NexGard in pregnant, breeding, or lactating dogs has not been evaluated. Use with caution in dogs with a history of seizures or neurologic disorders. For more information, please see full prescribing information or visit www.NexGardClinic.com.

*Assessment was conducted by IDEXX® and leveraged veterinary clinic PIMS transaction level data for 2020. This analysis included veterinary practices with consistent data from 2018 to 2020. To be included, patients needed to have at least one parasiticide transaction in 2019 and 2020. The analysis was limited to loyal patients, where loyalty was defined as having one flea/tick control brand during the full three-year period.

Data on file at Boehringer Ingelheim. 2. Data on file at Boehringer Ingelheim. 3. Data on file at IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. Westbrook, Maine USA. 4. Data on file at Boehringer Ingelheim.

Data on file at Boehringer Ingelheim.

CHEWABLES

CAUTION: Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

INDICATIONS: For use in dogs to prevent canine heartworm disease by eliminating the tissue stage of heartworm larvae (Dirofilaria immitis) for a month (30 days) after infection and for the treatment and control of roundworms (Toxocara canis, Toxascaris leonina) and hookworms (Ancylostoma caninum, Uncinaria stenocephala, Ancylostoma braziliense).

DOSAGE: HEARTGARD® Plus (ivermectin/pyrantel) should be administered orally at monthly intervals at the recommended minimum dose level of 6 mcg of ivermectin per kilogram (2.72 mcg/lb) and 5 mg of pyrantel (as pamoate salt) per kg (2.27 mg/lb) of body weight. The recommended dosing schedule for prevention of canine heartworm disease and for the treatment and control of roundworms and hookworms is as follows:

Brief Summary: Before using NexGard® (afoxolaner) Chewables, please consult the product insert, a summary of which follows.

CAUTION: Federal (USA) law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. Description: NexGard is a soft chewable for oral administration to dogs and puppies according to their weight. Each chewable is formulated to provide a minimum afoxolaner dosage of 1.14 mg/lb (2.5 mg/kg).

Indications: NexGard kills adult fleas and is indicated for the treatment and prevention of flea infestations (Ctenocephalides felis), and the treatment and control of Ixodes scapularis, Dermacentor variabilis, Amblyomma americanum, and Rhipicephalus sanguineus infestations in dogs and puppies 8 weeks of age and older, weighing 4 pounds of body weight or greater, for one month. NexGard is indicated for the prevention of Borrelia burgdorferi infections as a direct result of killing Ixodes scapularis vector ticks.

Dosage and Administration: NexGard is given orally once a month, at the minimum dosage of 1.14 mg/lb (2.5 mg/kg). See full product insert for dosing table and details.

Warnings: Not for use in humans. Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children. In case of accidental ingestion, contact a physician immediately. Keep NexGard in a secure location out of reach of dogs, cats, and other animals to prevent accidental ingestion or overdose.

HEARTGARD® Plus is recommended for dogs 6 weeks of age and older. For dogs over 100 lbs use the appropriate combination of these chewables.

ADMINISTRATION: Remove only one chewable at a time from the foil-backed blister card. Return the card with the remaining chewables to its box to protect the product from light. Because most dogs find HEARTGARD® Plus palatable, the product can be offered to the dog by hand. Alternatively, it may be added intact to a small amount of dog food. The chewable should be administered in a manner that encourages the dog to chew, rather than to swallow without chewing. Chewables may be broken into pieces and fed to dogs that normally swallow treats whole.

Care should be taken that the dog consumes the complete dose, and treated animals should be observed for a few minutes after administration to ensure that part of the dose is not lost or rejected. If it is suspected that any of the dose has been lost, redosing is recommended.

HEARTGARD® Plus should be given at monthly intervals during the period of the year when mosquitoes (vectors), potentially carrying infective heartworm larvae, are active. The initial dose must be given within a month (30 days) after the dog’s first exposure to mosquitoes. The final dose must be given within a month (30 days) after the dog’s last exposure to mosquitoes.

When replacing another heartworm preventive product in a heartworm disease preventive program, the first dose of HEARTGARD® Plus must be given within a month (30 days) of the last dose of the former medication.

If the interval between doses exceeds a month (30 days), the efficacy of ivermectin can be reduced. Therefore, for optimal performance, the chewable must be given once a month on or about the same day of the month. If treatment is delayed, whether by a few days or many, immediate treatment with HEARTGARD® Plus and resumption of the recommended dosing regimen minimizes the opportunity for the development of adult heartworms.

Monthly treatment with HEARTGARD® Plus also provides effective treatment and control of roundworms (T. canis, T. leonina) and hookworms (A. caninum, U. stenocephala, A. braziliense). Clients should be advised of measures to be taken to prevent reinfection with intestinal parasites.

EFFICACY: HEARTGARD® Plus Chewables, given orally using the recommended dose and regimen, are effective against the tissue larval stage of D. immitis for a month (30 days) after infection and, as a result, prevent the development of the adult stage. HEARTGARD® Plus Chewables are also effective against canine roundworms (T. canis, T. leonina) and hookworms (A. caninum, U. stenocephala, A. braziliense).

ACCEPTABILITY: In acceptability and field trials, HEARTGARD® Plus was shown to be an acceptable oral dosage form that was consumed at first offering by the majority of dogs.

PRECAUTIONS: All dogs should be tested for existing heartworm infection before starting treatment with HEARTGARD® Plus which is not effective against adult D. immitis. Infected dogs must be treated to remove adult heartworms and microfilariae before initiating a program with HEARTGARD® Plus. While some microfilariae may be killed by the ivermectin in HEARTGARD® Plus at the recommended dose level, HEARTGARD® Plus is not effective for microfilariae clearance. A mild hypersensitivity-type reaction, presumably due to dead or dying microfilariae and particularly involving a transient diarrhea, has been observed in clinical trials with ivermectin alone after treatment of some dogs that have circulating microfilariae.

Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children.

In case of ingestion by humans, clients should be advised to contact a physician immediately. Physicians may contact a Poison Control Center for advice concerning cases of ingestion by humans.

Store between 68°F - 77°F (20° - 25°C). Excursions between 59°F - 86°F (15° - 30°C) are permitted. Protect product from light.

ADVERSE REACTIONS: In clinical field trials with HEARTGARD® Plus, vomiting or diarrhea within 24 hours of dosing was rarely observed (1.1% of administered doses). The following adverse reactions have been reported following the use of HEARTGARD®: depression/lethargy, vomiting, anorexia, diarrhea, mydriasis, ataxia, staggering, convulsions and hypersalivation.

To report suspected adverse drug events, for technical assistance, or to obtain a copy of the Safety Data Sheet (SDS), contact Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. at 1-888-637-4251. For additional information about adverse drug experience reporting for animal drugs, contact FDA at 1-888-FDA-VETS, or www.fda.gov/reportanimalae.

SAFETY: HEARTGARD® Plus has been shown to be bioequivalent to HEARTGARD®, with respect to the bioavailability of ivermectin. The dose regimens of HEARTGARD® Plus and HEARTGARD® are the same with regard to ivermectin (6 mcg/ kg). Studies with ivermectin indicate that certain dogs of the Collie breed are more sensitive to the effects of ivermectin administered at elevated dose levels (more than 16 times the target use level) than dogs of other breeds. At elevated doses, sensitive dogs showed adverse reactions which included mydriasis, depression, ataxia, tremors, drooling, paresis, recumbency, excitability, stupor, coma and death. HEARTGARD® demonstrated no signs of toxicity at 10 times the recommended dose (60 mcg/kg) in sensitive Collies. Results of these trials and bioequivalency studies, support the safety of HEARTGARD® products in dogs, including Collies, when used as recommended.

HEARTGARD® Plus has shown a wide margin of safety at the recommended dose level in dogs, including pregnant or breeding bitches, stud dogs and puppies aged 6 or more weeks. In clinical trials, many commonly used flea collars, dips, shampoos, anthelmintics, antibiotics, vaccines and steroid preparations have been administered with HEARTGARD® Plus in a heartworm disease preventive program.

In one trial, where some pups had parvovirus, there was a marginal reduction in efficacy against intestinal nematodes, possibly due to a change in intestinal transit time.

HOW SUPPLIED: HEARTGARD® Plus is available in three dosage strengths (See DOSAGE section) for dogs of different weights. Each strength comes in convenient cartons of 1, 6 and 12 chewables.

Marketed by:

Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc.

Duluth, GA 30096

Approved by FDA under NADA # 140-971

HEARTGARD® and the Dog & Hand logo® are registered trademarks of Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc.

©2022 Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc.

All Rights Reserved.

Rev. 05-2020

1050-1999-06.

US-PET-0199-2020-V3.

Precautions: Afoxolaner is a member of the isoxazoline class. This class has been associated with neurologic adverse reactions including tremors, ataxia, and seizures. Seizures have been reported in dogs receiving isoxazoline class drugs, even in dogs without a history of seizures. Use with caution in dogs with a history of seizures or neurologic disorders.

The safe use of NexGard in breeding, pregnant or lactating dogs has not been evaluated.

Adverse Reactions: In a well-controlled US field study, which included a total of 333 households and 615 treated dogs (415 administered afoxolaner; 200 administered active control), no serious adverse reactions were observed with NexGard.

Over the 90-day study period, all observations of potential adverse reactions were recorded. The most frequent reactions reported at an incidence of >1% within any of the three months of observations are presented in the following table.

Table 1: Dogs with Adverse Reactions.

1 Number of dogs in the afoxolaner treatment group with the identified abnormality.

2 Number of dogs in the control group with the identified abnormality.

In the US field study, one dog with a history of seizures experienced a seizure on the same day after receiving the first dose and on the same day after receiving the second dose of NexGard. This dog experienced a third seizure one week after receiving the third dose. The dog remained enrolled and completed the study. Another dog with a history of seizures had a seizure 19 days after the third dose of NexGard. The dog remained enrolled and completed the study. A third dog with a history of seizures received NexGard and experienced no seizures throughout the study.

Post-Approval Experience (July 2018): The following adverse events are based on postapproval adverse drug experience reporting. Not all adverse events are reported to FDA/CVM. It is not always possible to reliably estimate the adverse event frequency or establish a causal relationship to product exposure using these data.

The following adverse events reported for dogs are listed in decreasing order of reporting frequency for NexGard: Vomiting, pruritus, lethargy, diarrhea (with and without blood), anorexia, seizure, hyperactivity/restlessness, panting, erythema, ataxia, dermatitis (including rash, papules), allergic reactions (including hives, swelling), and tremors.

Effectiveness: See full product insert for details regarding Effectiveness.

Animal Safety: In a margin of safety study, NexGard was administered orally to 8 to 9-week-old Beagle puppies at 1, 3, and 5 times the maximum exposure dose for a total of six treatments. There were no clinically-relevant effects related to treatment on physical examination, body weight, food consumption, clinical pathology (hematology, clinical chemistries, or coagulation tests), gross pathology, histopathology or organ weights. Vomiting occurred throughout the study, with a similar incidence in the treated and control groups, including one dog in the 5x group that vomited four hours after treatment.

In a well-controlled field study, no adverse reactions were observed from the concomitant use of NexGard with other medications.

Contact Information: For a copy of the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) or to report suspected adverse drug events, contact Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. at 1-888-637-4251. For additional information about adverse drug experience reporting for animal drugs, contact FDA at 1-888-FDA-VETS or www.fda.gov/reportanimalae.

The information provided here is not comprehensive. The full FDA-approved product insert is available at www.nexgardfordogs.com. Consult your veterinarian for further information.

Product approved by FDA under NADA # 141-406

Marketed by: Frontline Vet Labs™, a Division of Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc. Duluth, GA 30096

NexGard® is a registered trademark and FRONTLINE VET LABS™ is a trademark of the Boehringer Ingelheim Group.

©2020 Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health USA Inc.

All rights reserved.

Reference package insert: 1050-4493-10 Rev. 06/2020

Brief summary preparation date: 08/2022

US-PET-0735-2020-V2

2023 leadership directory

MVMA Executive Board Officers

President

Matthew Silvius, DVM

4825 NW Gateway

Riverside, MO 64150

816-741-2345 • mss1195@gmail.com

President-Elect

Kacie Ulhorn, DVM

2094 Highway 100

Hermann, MO 65041

573-486-2515 kulhorn@gmail.com

Vice-President

David Wilson, DVM

6621 E. Bass Ln. Columbia, MO 65201

573-823-9407 wilsonda@missouri.edu

Secretary-Treasurer

Shelia L. Taylor, DVM

2878 S Eldon Ave., Springfield MO 65807 417-447-8245 • shelia9012@yahoo.com

Board Chair

Edward Migneco, DVM

5325 Manchester Ave. St. Louis, MO 63110

314-645-2141 • emigneco0887@gmail.com

District Delegates

Northwest District

Kenton Morgan, DVM 111 SE 4th Street

Faucett, Missouri 64448

913-526-6298 • Kenton.Morgan@zoetis.com

North Central District

Jeffrey Sparks, DVM 26027 Hwy 11

St. Catharine, Missouri 64628

660-258-9141• jsparks1980@icloud.com

Northeast District

Laura Moon, DVM

1709 E Urbandale Drive

Moberly, MO 65270

660-263-9797 lauramoondvm@gmail.com

Kansas City District

Christi Belew, DVM 3025 Main St. Kansas City, MO 64108

816-931-4930 • drbelew@uhanimalhospital.com

West Central District

Jessica Stroupe, DVM 293 Hwy 5 and 240 Fayette, MO 65248

573-881-5626 manicmiler@gmail.com

Greater St. Louis District

Jessica Farris, DVM 4540 Flora Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110 314-540-8546 • jfarrisdvm@gmail.com

East Central District

Justin Berger, DVM 16320 County Road 8410 Rolla, MO 65401

573-364-7100 • muledoc@fidnet.com

Southwest District

Julie King, DVM 29 N. Wintergreen Rd Branson, MO 65616 Tel: (417) 337-9777 • king84.jk@gmail.com

Southeast District

Sean Byrd, DVM 2139 Megan Dr. Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 573-334-6283 skyview@skyviewvet.net

At-Large Delegates

Lynn Martin, DVM 1520 East Rollins Street Columbia, MO 65211 martinlyn@missouri.edu

Jason Nickell, DVM 6050 NW Union Chapel Road Parkville, MO 64152 913-268-2081 jason.nickell@merck.com

Sarah Reinkemeyer, DVM 3836 Highway T Koeltztown, MO 65048 573-680-1922

sarah.reinkemeyer@mda.mo.gov

Ex-Officio Members

Carolyn J. Henry, DVM Dean, MU-College of Veterinary Medicine 1600 E. Rollins Rd., W-203 Columbia, MO 65211 573-882-3768 • henryc@missouri.edu

Charles Barry, DVM

AVMA Delegate

227 S.E. State Rt. 13, Warrensburg MO 64093 660-422-7839 • chuck.barry63@gmail.com

Carol Ryan, DVM

AVMA Alternate Delegate

224 Deer View Dr., Troy, MO 63379 636-327-6488 • Rhodesgang@yahoo.com

Chuck Lemme, DVM

AVMA District 7 Representative

819 Fernwood Dr. NE

Cedar Rapids, IA 52402 ISU75DVM@msn.com

Cliff Miller, DVM 1709 E. Urbandale Dr., Moberly, MO 65270 660-263-9797 • drmiller@greenhillsvetclinic.com

Stephanie Gilliam, RVT, MS 3507 State Road 6 Auxvasse, MO 65231 stephanieGilliam@mace.edu

Brody Brown brodybrown01@gmail.com

Student Board Member

MVMA Committee Members

Advisory Committee to the College of Veterinary Medicine

Rodney Chapman, DVM, Co-chair, West Central

Clark Fobian, DVM, Co-chair, West Central

Christopher Baughman, DVM, Northeast

Gregory Boyer, DVM, East Central

Terry Ann Chapman, DVM, West Central

Roger Dozier, DVM, East Central

Peggy Fisher, DVM, Southeast

Carolyn Henry, DVM, West Central

Clinton Jones, DVM, Southeast

Deborah Leach, DVM, West Central

Edward Migneco, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Forest Miller, DVM, Northwest

Ryan Montgomery, DVM, North Central

Ronald Palmer, DVM, Northwest

Darrell Payne, DVM, West Central

Ed Powell, DVM, Northwest

Animal Welfare Committee

John Bates DVM, Chair, Greater St. Louis

Frankie Lynn Bowers, DVM, Southwest

Phil Brown, DVM, Southwest

Peggy Callow, DVM, Southwest

Marcy Hammerle, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Cia Johnson, DVM, Kansas City

Lawrence Kovac, DVM, Kansas City

Abbie Knudsen, DVM, East Central

Kellien Kuschel, DVM, West Central

Tom Lenz, DVM, Greater Kansas City

Chelsea Mathews, DVM, West Central

Cynthia McDowell, DVM, Southeast

Jamilon Niemann, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Rachel Cook, DVM, East Central

Sadie Scott, DVM, Kansas City

Jill Stohs, DVM, Kansas City

Steve Strubberg, DVM, East Central

Jamie Woodworth, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Convention Planning Committee

Kacie Ulhorn, DVM, Chair, East Central

Matt Silvius, DVM, Greater Kansas City

Ed Migneco, DVM , Greater St. Louis

David Wilson, DVM, West Central

Charlie Robinson, DVM, Southwest

Adam Acklin, DVM, Northwest

Lynn Martin, DVM, West Central

Jessica Jacquin, DVM, East Central

Catherine Webb, DVM, Northeast

Christen Jones, DVM, Greater St. Louis

John Dodam, DVM, West Central

Jill Stohs, DVM, West Central

Jessica Gardner, DVM, Greater Kansas City

Emergency Management and Public Health Committee

Cathy Vogelweid, DVM, Chair

John Bates, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Peggy Callow, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Peggy Fisher, DVM, Southeast

Ashley French, DVM, East Central

Dana Gillig, DVM, West Central

Stephen Goff, DVM, Northwest

John Holste, DVM, West Central

David Hopson, DVM, East Central

Steven Howerton, DVM, Southwest

Bill Jones, DVM, West Central

Marie Kerl, DVM, West Central

Karen Kreiensieck, DVM, West Central

Charles Massengill, DVM, East Central

Kaitlin McDaniel, DVM, West Central

Kenneth Moorman, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Christine Nagel, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Stephen Patterson, DVM, Northeast

Michael Pfander, DVM, Southwest

Gerald Rainey, DVM, Northwest

Thomas Rose, DVM, West Central,

Thomas Rouse, DVM, Southwest

Rachael Schulte, DVM, West Central

Loren Schultz, DVM, West Central

Sonia Serad-Wright, DVM, Northwest

Randel Smith, DVM, Southeast

Tyler Sneft, DVM, West Central

Christina Venner, DVM, North Central

Equine Committee

Bruce Whittle, DVM, Chair, North Central

Christy Buckley, DVM, Non-resident

Dane Frazier, DVM, Southwest

Natasha Frost, DVM, Non-resident

Amanda Gruber, DVM, Kansas City

Catherine Hicks, DVM, Southeast

Patricia Homeyer, DVM, East Central

John Houtsma, DVM, West Central

David Leighr, DVM, Kansas City

Lynn Martin, DVM, West Central

Kenton Morgan, DVM, West Central

Dawn Mrad, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Lauren Pastewka, DVM, East Central

Ed Powell, DVM, Northwest

Melissa Siegrist, DVM, West Central

David Wilson, DVM, West Central

Legislative Committee

Clifford Miller, DVM, Chair, Northeast

Gregory Boyer, DVM, East Central

James Fallert, DVM, Southeast

Clark Fobian, DVM, West Central

Robert Hertzog, DVM, Kansas City

Tom Lenz, DVM, Kansas City

Lynn Martin, DVM, West Central

Stacy Martin-Beamer, DVM, Northwest

Sean McCaul, DVM, Northwest

Kaitlin McDaniel, DVM, West Central

Michael Pfander, DVM, Southwest

Tom Rose, DVM, West Central

Rachael Schulte, DVM, West Central

Sadina Scott, DVM, Kansas City

Melissa Siegrist, DVM, West Central

Matthew Silvius, DVM, Kansas City

Daniel Tappmeyer, DVM, East Central

Kenneth Vroman, DVM, West Central

Bruce Whittle, DVM, North Central

David Wilson, DVM, West Central

Tom Rose, DVM, West Central

Missouri Stocker/Feeder

Quality Assurance Program Committee

Daniel Tappmeyer, DVM, Chair, East Central

John Bolinger, DVM, West Central

Roger Borgmeyer, DVM, West Central

Voyd Brown, DVM, Southwest

Karen Chandler, DVM, West Central

John Groves, DVM, East Central

Joseph Iliff, DVM, Northeast

Richard Kent, DVM, North Central

Brent Lower, DVM, Southwest

Tony Martin, DVM, West Central

Charles Massengill, DVM, East Central

Justin Nash, DVM, East Central

Jason Nickell, DVM, Kansas City

Craig Payne, DVM, West Central

Darrell Payne, DVM, West Central

Christopher Perry, DVM, Northeast

Ed Powell, DVM, Northwest

Charlie Robinson, DVM, Southwest

Steve Strubberg, DVM, East Central

Membership Committee

Edward Migneco, DVM, Co-chair, St. Louis

David Wilson, DVM, Co-chair, West Central

Tim Ellis, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Jessica Farris, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Dan Goehl, DVM, Northeast

Brittany Kennedy, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Edward Migneco, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Jonathon Renfro, DVM, Kansas City

Carol Ryan, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Jill Stohs, DVM, Kansas City

Jessica Stroupe, DVM, West Central

Shelia Taylor, DVM, Southwest

Kacie Ulhorn, East Central

David Wilson, DVM, West Central

Early Career Task Force

Brittany Kennedy, DVM, Co-Chair, Greater St. Louis

Natalie Branson, DVM Co-Chair, Greater St. Louis

Stacey Beddoe, DVM, East Central

Susan Boedges, DVM, Northeast

Brody Brown - Student-Member

Peggy Callow, DVM, Southwest

Elizabeth Wells, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Kelsey Fisher, DVM, West Central

Marcy Hammerle, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Abigail Hilton, West Central

Victoria Landing, DVM, Southeast

Andrea Lohr, Member-student

Justin Nash, DVM, East Central

Sara Nguyentran, Member-Student

Christopher Olson, DVM, Kansas City

Sonja Perry, DVM West Central

Natalie Powell, Northwest, Member-Student

Kendall Puga, Member-Student

Charlie Robinson, DVM, Southwest

Catherine Ruggiero, DVM, West Central

Robbie Schmidt, West Central

Lauren Shipp, DVM, East Central

Shelia Taylor, DVM, Southwest

Michelle Thornberry, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Carly Vandas, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Hunter Wallace, DVM Southwest

Abigail Whiting, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Rural Animal Veterinary Task Force

Clifford Miller, DVM, Co-chair, Northeast

Daniel Tappmeyer, DVM, Co-chair, East Central

Annie Callahan, DVM, West Central

Daniel Goehl, DVM, Northeast

David Gourley, DVM, Southwest

Jamie Hall, DVM, East Central

David Hertzog, DVM, Kansas City

Sonja Perry, DVM, West Central

Charlie Robinson, DVM, Southwest

Carol Ryan, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Jessica Stroupe, DVM, West Central

Scope of Practice Committee

Mark Lux, DVM, Chair, Greater St. Louis

Dan Brown, DVM, East Central

John Clark, DVM, Greater St. Louis

James Crago, DVM, East Central

Aarah Craig, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Clark Fobian, DVM, West Central

John Koch, DVM, Southeast

Kellien Kuschel, DVM, West Central

Marc Markway, DVM, East Central

Kenton Morgan, DVM, Kansas City

Gary Nie, DVM, Southwest

James Schuessler, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Dewey Waide, DVM, Southwest

Veterinary Technician and Practice Staff Committee

Marcy Hammerle, DVM, Chair, Greater St. Louis

Thomas Dorsey, DVM, Northeast

Shawna Estep, RVT

Whitney Fahrendorf, RVT

Stephanie Gilliam, RVT, MS

Kevin Kohne, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Jessica Leary, RVT

Sean McCaul, DVM, Northwest

Tiffany Mense, RVT

Christopher Morrow, DVM, Kansas City

Cindy Vedder-Penrod, DVM, East Central

David Prigel, DVM, Southwest

Julie Rutherford, RVT

Angela Scherer, DVM, Southeast

RVT Utilization Task Force

Marcy Hammerle, DVM, Chair, Greater St. Louis

Cindy Cravens, DVM, East Central

Shawna Esep, RVT

Bill Jones, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Stephanie Gilliam, RVT

Kevin Kohne, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Jessica Leary, RVT

Chris Morrow, DVM, Kansas City

Julie Rutherford, RVT

Shelia Taylor, DVM, Southwest

Ashli Selke, RVT

Jeff Vemmer, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Ken Yagi, RVT

Wellbeing Task Force

Abigail Whiting, DVM, Chair, Greater St. Louis

Joan Coates, DVM, West Central

Tad Coles, DVM, Kansas City

Kerry Karaffa, Ph.D.

Brittany Kennedy, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Kelly Lenhart, MSW

Jill Luther, DVM, West Central

Clifford Miller, DVM, Northeast

Michael Pfander, DVM, Southwest

Carol Ryan, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Francesca Tocco, PhD

Shelia Taylor, DVM, Southwest

Elizabeth Trepp, DVM, Kansas City

MVMA District Officers

East Central District

President: Meteer Rochelle, DVM, Hermann, Mo.

President Elect: Vacant

Secretary/Treaurer: Patricia Homeyer, DVM, New Haven, Mo.

West Central District

President: Lauren Delaney, DVM, Columbia, Mo.

Vice President: Cody Lewis, DVM Harrisburg, Mo

Secretary-Treasurer: Vacant

North Central District

President: Bruce Whittle, DVM, Trenton, Mo.

Vice President: Doug Cleveland, DVM, Brookfield, Mo.

Secretary-Treasurer: John Sheerman, DVM, Marceline, Mo.

Northeast District

President: Catherine Webb, DVM, Macon, Mo.

Vice President: Vacant

Secretary/Treasurer: Mac Wilt, DVM, Paris, Mo

Northwest District

President: Tyler Rolofson, DVM, Savannah, Mo.

Vice President: Johanna Wombwell, DVM, St. Joseph, Mo.

Secretary-Treasurer: Mark Gutzmer, DVM, Saint Joseph, Mo.

Southeast District

President: Brian Heuring, DVM, Cape Girardeau, Mo.

Vice President: Karen Fieser, DVM, Millersville, Mo.

Southwest District

President: Charlie Robinson, DVM, Bolivar, Mo.

Vice President: Michael Bloss, DVM, Aurora, Mo.

Kansas City District

President: Haley Dingfelder, DVM, Lee’s Summit, Mo.

President Elect: Jay Dyke, DVM Lee’s Summit, Mo.

Vice President: Valerie Partch, Smithville, Mo.

Secretary-Treasurer: Stephanie Bonnette, DVM, Platte City, Mo.

Greater Saint Louis District

President: Adam Duris, DVM, Webster Groves

Vice President: Courtney Banziger, DVM, St. Louis

Treasurer: Seth Williams, DVM, St. Louis, Mo.

Secertary: Maggie Dillon, DVM, St. Louis, Mo.

MVMA Academy Officers

President: Todd Taylor, DVM, Parkville, Mo.

Vice President: Jessica Gardner, DVM, Kearney, Mo.

MVMA, LLC Officers

Chair: Gregory Popp, DVM, East Central

Vice Chair: Roger Dozier, DVM, East Central

Secretary: George Buckaloo, DVM, Kansas City

Philip Brown, DVM, Southwest

Matthew Silvius, DVM, Kansas City

Edward Migneco, DVM, Greater St. Louis

Scott Fray, DVM, West Central

Kacie Ulhorn, DVM, East Central

AVMA Delegate

Chuck Barry, DVM

227 S.E. State Rt, 13 Warrensburg, MO 64093 chuck.barry63@gmail.com

AVMA Alternate Delegate

Carol Ryan, DVM 224 Deer View Dr. Troy, MO 63379 Rhodesgang@yahoo.com

AVMA District 7 Representative

Chuck Lemme, DVM 819 Fernwood Dr. NE Cedar Rapids, IA 52402 ISU75DVM@msn.com

Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation

Board of Directors

Philip Brown, DVM, Co-Chair

Scott Fray, DVM, Co-Chair

Marcy Hammerle, Vice-Chair

George Buckaloo, DVM, Secretary/Treasurer

Trenton Boyd, Museum Director

Bruce Addison

Art Bryant, DVM

Caitlin Dewilde, DVM

George Fischer, DVM

Chad McNeal, DVM

Edward Migneco, DVM

Catherine Webb, DVM

Cindy Vedder, DVM

Missouri Veterinary Medical Board

Michael Pfander, DVM, Chair

David Hertzog, DVM, Vice-Chair

Christopher Rohlfing, Public Member

Linda Scorse, DVM, Member

Maynard Bill Jones, DVM, Member

Steve Strubberg, DVM State Veterinarian, Ex-officio

MU-College of Veterinary Medicine

Class Liaisons

Kendelle Puga, 2023

Natalie Powell, 2024, Co-liaison

Abigail Hilton, 2024, Co-liaison

Sara Nguyentran, 2025, Co-liaison

Rebecca Keisel, 2025, Co-liaison

VACANT, 2026

2023 MVMA Award Winners

Veterinarian of the Year Award:

Carol Ryan, DVM, Wentzville, Mo.

President’s Award:

Marcy Hammerle, DVM, St. Charles, Mo.

Mark Lux, DVM, St. Louis, Mo.

Robert E. Hertzog Leadership Award

Steve Strubberg, DVM, Hermann, Mo

Ortu Stella Award

Sadina Scott DVM, Shawnee, Kansas

Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation

Distinguished Service Award:

Shelia Taylor, Springfield, Mo.

MVMA Academy Distinguished Service Award: Brandon Thornberry, DVM, Kirkwood, Mo.

Distinguished Legislative Service Award: Justin Brown, Rolla, Mo.

2023 Lifetime Members

Ronald D. Armstrong, DVM

Jonathan S. Boschen, DVM

Frankie Lynn Bowers, DVM, MS

Verona J.K. Chaffin, DVM

Gregory C. Chapman, DVM

Tina M. Cone, DVM

Kim M. Dimmitt, DVM

Peggy T. Fisher, DVM

Robert R. Foss, DVM

David J. Frueh, DVM

M. Susan Graves, DVM

Susan A. Guffey, DVM

James L. Hackworth, DVM

Philip J. Johnson, BVSc(HONS)

Frank R. Lenzenhuber, DVM

Mark J. Lux, DVM

F.A. (Tony) Mann, DVM

Deborah McClallen, DVM

Michael B. Pfander, DVM

Nicholas J. Pisoni, DVM

Ronald D. Ragan, DVM

Cheryl H. Rhodes, DVM

Joseph L. Rodier, DVM

James K. Schuessler, DVM

Margaret A. Snyder, DVM

Randall M. Spragg, DVM

Phillip G. Trokey, DVM

Kay Tung, DVM

Pierre Tung, DVM

David Max Vandever, DVM

Laurie Wallace, DVM

2021-22 Animal Archives

Pet of the Year: “Maris”

“Maris was our sweet baby.”

Owner: Sharon Kirchhofer

Honored by: The Kirchhofer Family

Helpful Resources

Agricultural Security & Operations

Merrel Breyer, Agri-Security Specialist

(573) 522-1802

American Assn. of Veterinary State Boards

James Penrod, CAE, FASLA, Executive Director

4601 Central St., Kansas City MO 64111

816-931-1504 • 816-931-1604 (Fax)

American Veterinary Medical Association

1931 N. Meacham Rd., Suite 100

Schaumburg, IL 60173-4360

800-248-2862 • 847-925-1329 (Fax)

AVMA Executive Board District VII Rep. Chuck Lemme, DVM

819 Fernwood Dr. NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402

ISU75DVM@msn.com

AVMA Governmental Relations Division

1910 Sunderland Place, NW Washington DC 20056-1642

800-321-1473 • 202-842-4360 (Fax)

Drug Enforcement Administration

317 South 16th Street

St. Louis, MO 63103

314-538-4600

Equine Clinic, Large Animal Clinic, & Small Animal Clinic, Veterinary Teaching Hospital

900 E. Campus Dr., Columbia, MO 65211

573-882-7821 • 573-882-4589 (After Hours/Emerg.)

Missouri Department of Agriculture Jefferson City Diagnostic Laboratory

101 N. Chestnut St., Jefferson City, MO 65101

573-751-3460 • 573-751-5279

Missouri Department of Agriculture

Springfield Diagnostic Laboratory

Beth Melton, Manager

P.O. Box 2510, Springfield, MO 65801

417-895-6863 • 417-831-4766 (Fax)

Missouri Board of Pharmacy

Kimberly A. Grinston, JD

Executive Director

(573) 751-0093

E-mail: kimberly.grinston@pr.mo.gov

Missouri Bureau of Narcotics & Dangerous Drugs

(controlled substances information)

Michael Boeger, Asst. Administrator

P.O. Box 570

1500 Southridge Drive

Jefferson City, MO 65102-0570

573-751-6321 • 573-526-2569 (Fax)

Missouri Department of Agriculture

Steve Strubberg, DVM

State Veterinarian

P.O. Box 630

Jefferson City, MO 65102

573-751-3377 • 573-751-6919 (Fax)

Missouri Department of Agriculture

Operation Bark Alert - Report unlicensed breeders. www.agriculture.mo.gov/animals/ACFA/ barkalert/

Missouri Department of Health and Senior ServicesOffice of Veterinary Public Health

Molly Baker

Monica Beddoe

P.O.Box 570

Jefferson City, MO 65102

573-751-6113 (Public) • 573-526-0235

(Fax)

Missouri Department of Natural Resources Sharps and Medicine

Disposal

573-751-5401

Missouri Veterinary Medical Association

Julie R. Braun

Executive Director

2500 Country Club Drive

Jefferson City MO 65109-1190

573-636-8612 • 573-659-7175

(Fax)

mvma@movma.org

Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation & Museum

2500 Country Club Drive

Jefferson City, MO 65109

573-636-8737 • 573-659-7175

(Fax)

Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation Animal Archives

573-636-8737 • www. mopetmemorial.com

Missouri Veterinary Medical Board

Dana K. Fennewald, Executive Director

P.O.Box 633

Jefferson City, MO 65102

573-751-0031 • 573-526-3856

(Fax)

MU-College of Veterinary Medicine

Dr. Carolyn Henry, Dean

W-203 Vet. Med. Bldg.

Columbia MO 65211

573-882-3768 • 573-884-5044

(Fax)

MU-Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Lab

901 E. Campus Loop, Columbia, MO 65211

573-882-6811 or 1-800-862-8635

USDA-APHIS-VS

Dr. Terry Gosch

1715 Southridge Drive

Jefferson City, MO 65109

573-658-9850

MVMA Lifetime Members

Many thanks to the following members for their continued support of the MVMA.

Ronald D. Armstrong, DVM

Jonathan S. Boschen, DVM

Frankie Lynn Bowers, DVM, MS

Verona J.K. Chaffin, DVM

Gregory C. Chapman, DVM

Tina M. Cone, DVM

Kim M. Dimmitt, DVM

Peggy T. Fisher, DVM

Robert R. Foss, DVM

David J. Frueh, DVM

M. Susan Graves, DVM

Susan A. Guffey, DVM

James L. Hackworth, DVM

Philip J. Johnson, BVSc(HONS)

Frank R. Lenzenhuber, DVM

Mark J. Lux, DVM

In Memory

F.A. (Tony) Mann, DVM

Deborah McClallen, DVM

Michael B. Pfander, DVM

Nicholas J. Pisoni, DVM

Ronald D. Ragan, DVM

Cheryl H. Rhodes, DVM

Joseph L. Rodier, DVM

James K. Schuessler, DVM

Margaret A. Snyder, DVM

Randall M. Spragg, DVM

Phillip G. Trokey, DVM

Kay Tung, DVM

Pierre Tung, DVM

David Max Vandever, DVM

Laurie Wallace, DVM

Evelyn A. Bock, DVM St. Louis, Mo.

Passed Away: February 3, 2023

Survived by her husband, Bob.

James G. Thorne, DVM Columbia, Mo.

Passed Away: November 21, 2022

Survived by his wife, MaryJane and sons, David, Jim and John.

J.D. Vater, DVM

Moberly, Mo.

Passed Away: December 22, 2022

Survived by his wife, Carol Sue; and daughter, Jan and son, Scott.

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MVMA Members Attend Leadership Conference

MVMA members attended the AVMA Leadership Conference held January 5-7, 2023 at the Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk in Chicago, IL. The conference included a meeting of the House of Delegates along with workshops for emerging leaders covering a variety of topics on professional and personal relationships and leadership. Missouri hosted the Heartland meeting Thursday evening in conjunction with the AVMA VLC.

Associate Member

News Briefs

Epicure Pharma is offering a free webinar. The FDA recently finalized regulatory guidance for compounded animal medications from bulk drug substances for use in non-food-producing animals impacting the way compounded drugs can be used, documented, ordered, and prescribed. This guidance document outlines when it is appropriate to prepare compounded medications utilizing bulk chemicals and the additional documentation that is required. While the beginning of enforcement was scheduled for October of 2022, it has been delayed until 2023 to provide additional time for compliance and education. Learn how to minimize risk in your practice! Check out Epicur Pharma’s GFI resources page to watch our on-demand webinar and read our blog breaking down GFI 256: the 4 points your veterinary practice needs to understand.

national Pet Week

May 7-13, 2023

Over the years, everyone has celebrated National Pet Week. Veterinary clinics across America have hosted everything from fun runs, dog washes and most unusual pet contests during the first full week of May since National Pet Week launched in 1981. National Pet Week is a week of education, fun, and a focal point for celebration in the community.

National Pet Week is scheduled for May 7-13, 2023, with the theme “People, Pets and Vets... A Perfect Team” Missouri veterinarians, their hospitals and clinics, and communities are encouraged to celebrate National Pet Week

For more infomation on National Pet Week, go to http://www.petweek.org.

Lazerware, Inc., the Veterinary Technology Services & Support company that has helped Missouri Veterinarians since early 2002. Our solution allows you to focus on what is most important; your practice. It’s difficult to rely on in-house staff or software companies that struggle to deliver the necessary efficiency, reliability, and expertise your practice desires. You’ll no longer wonder if your internet, network, and credit card systems are professionally secured against attacks. Lazerware delivers a proven solution for Veterinarians. Contact us today to learn more. www.lazerwareinc. com 800-235-4448

Midland States Bank Update: Kate Reinhardt, Senior Commercial Services Relationship Manager for Midland States Bank, brings a decade of experience working with veterinary practices. With her expertise and Midland’s commitment to providing excellent service, Kate is a great resource and partner for the Missouri Veterinary Medical Association’s members.

Through Kate, you’ll receive the same customer-centric service that Midland States Bank offers. Midland has built a strong reputation for providing exceptional banking services with locations within the St. Louis metro area and throughout Illinois. With a comprehensive range of commercial and consumer banking products and services including business equipment financing, merchant services and wealth management, Midland offers a one-stop-shop for all banking needs.

Need a financial partner? Contact Kate Reinhardt at kreinhardt@ midlandsb.com or 303-815-4540. www.midlandsb.com

Member FDIC. Investment Products: NOT FDIC Insured, NO Bank Guarantee, May Lose Value, Not A Deposit, Not Insured By Any Federal Government Agency.

Attendees were (from left): Mr. Tyson Boldan, Dr. Melissa Boldan, Italian Waiter, Dr. Sarah Reinkemeyer, Dr. Matt Silvius, Mrs. Denise Berry, Dr. Chuck Barry, Dr. Kacie Ulhorn, Dr. Carol Ryan, Mrs. Michelle Gentges, Dr. Shelia Taylor, and Mrs. Julie Braun

Shouldassociatesreceiveapieceofthepiewhenthehospitalissold?

RiskvsReward

Beingabusinessownerversusbeinganemployeecomeswithdifferentrisksandrewards. Employeeshavezeroriskwhenitcomestotheoutcomeofoveralloperationsofthehospital. Therefore,theydonotearnarewardwhenthehospitalissold.Forthesesamereasons,they arenotentitledtoadiscountiftheypurchasethehospitalthathaskeptthemgainfully employed.

Onecriticalroleofanyemployee,inanybusiness,istoaddvaluetotheiremployer.Their rewardforthisiscalledapaycheck.Associatedoctorsarehiredtoserveclientsandpatients andaddtotherevenuesandprofitsofthehospital.Forthistypeofwork,theyearn compensation.

Owners,ontheotherhand,carryalltheweightofbeingthebusinessowner.Thegoodand thebad.Thecelebrationsandsleeplessnights.

Ownerresponsibilities:

•Generateenoughcashflowtokeeptheiremployeesandvendorspaid

•Handleemployeeandclientconflicts

•Overseethemarketingeffortstoensurethepracticeisservingenoughpatients,to generatetherevenues,thatpaythebills

•Resolvemaintenanceissuesontheequipmentandbuilding

•Hiring,firing,andschedulingemployees

•Settingmedicalprotocols

•Puttingsystemsinplacethatimproveefficiencies

Thelistgoeson,thisisjustafewexamplesoftheownerresponsibilities.Theownermay delegatesomeofthese,butultimately,theyareresponsible.Thebuckstopswiththem!

Whenitcomestimetosellthepractice,theownergetstoreaptherewardofallthisadded responsibilitytheychosetotakeon.Thebettertheyhavemanagedtheirbusiness,themore returnoninvestmenttheywillreap.

Ontheflipside,ifabusinessfails,theownerholdstheresponsibilityofemployeeslosing jobs.Theownermustalsofindawaytogetoutofdebt.Insomecases,thisresultsin bankruptcy.Associatedoctorsdonʼttakeanypartofthisrisk,norshouldthey.Forthevery samereason,theyshouldnotpartakeinthegainsofthehospitalsale.Again,riskversus reward.

Ifassociateswanttoenjoythebenefitsofsellingasuccessfulhospital,thenitʼstimefor ownership!Owningapractice IS possibleandwecanhelpwiththenextsteps,giveusacall!

Our Committees@Work

Equine Committee

The Equine Committee met at the MVMA Convention on January 26, 2023. Discussion was held on whether or not to continue the MVMA Summer Equine Seminar since the Allen family has decided to discontinue the memorial lecture we usually hold on Saturday and attendance has been lower. We decided to send a survey out to Missouri equine veterinarians to gauge interest in continuing to have this CE event before we make a decision as to whether we continue this program.

After a another successful MVMA Fall Equine Dentistry Seminar and Wet Lab in September 2022, we have decided to hold another seminar on September 29 – October 1, 2023. We had a full course in 2022 with 10 veterinarian participants and 3 veterinarians volunteering their time as wet lab assistants. Feedback from participants was that they were pleased with the education and practical experience they received. The format will be the same as the previous seminars and will be again held at the Longmeadow Rescue Ranch near Union, Missouri. The registration fee was raised to $675 to reflect increases in expenses.

The committee discussed a lack of coverage of equine emergencies in some regions of the state that is overwhelming the practices that are seeing emergencies. The MVMA Equine Committee will continue to monitor legislation and issues that will affect the practice of equine veterinary medicine.

Bruce Whittle, DVM, Chair

Emergency Management & Public Health Committee

The Emergency Management & Public Health Committee met on January 26, 2023 from 9-10 am. Items discussed during the meeting were the following:

• The Large Animal Technical Emergency Rescue Awareness & Operations class that took place on August 27 & 28 was summarized. The course was jointly taught by Boone County Fire Protection District first-responders, veterinarians from the College of Veterinary Medicine, and veterinarians from the Corps. The course emphasized the importance of working as a team during rescue situations, and there was a large emphasis placed on how to safely work around injured and/or entrapped large animals. Live exercises with horses, cattle and pigs were conducted. Difficult rescue scenarios (entrapments in overturned

trailer, cattle guard and trench) were practiced using manikins. Twelve firefighters, 10 veterinary students and 5 veterinarians from the Corps completed the course.

• The Medical Reserve Corps is planning a state-wide conference for disaster volunteers on April 4-5 at the Stoney Creek Convention Center in Columbia, MO. Corps members are encouraged to attend.

• The AVMA Veterinary First Responder Certificate Program was discussed. The goal of this program is to provide a recognized training program so DVMs who wish to respond to disasters will be appropriately trained and credentialled. The training is 100% on-line, and it consists of courses offered on the AVMA’s Axon website and FEMA’s Independent Study website. All courses are free.

Dr. Vogelweid presented an update from the Mo. Department of Health and Senior Services which contained the annual number of cases of Rabies and tickborne diseases that occurred in 2022.

Cathy Vogelweid, DVM, Chair

Committee Volunteer Form

MVMA succeeds because members volunteer their time and talents for the benefit of their colleagues, the veterinary profession, the association, and animals. The MVMA has over 14 committees and task forces ranging from all interests and groups. If you are interested in learning more about them, you can go to: movma.org/page/ committee_application.

If you have an interest in a committee, or an interest in subject matter, please share those interests to the MVMA Executive Director and/ or fill out the MVMA Volunteer Form at the site mentioned above.

Veterinary student Student Basic Protection, Complimentary Life & Professional Liability For

Associate

Practice owner Workers’ Compensation, Employment Practices Liability, Property and General Liability, Professional Overhead Expense

House of delegates report

By Chuck Barry, DVM and Carol Ryan, DVM

(To

view

the complete report, go to www.movma.org under “Member Resources”)

The AVMA House of Delegates met on January 5-7 in Chicago Illinois. Your MVMA, delegates to the AVMA met along with the representatives of 52 Jurisdictions and 18 Allied Groups for an in-person meeting in Chicago over 2 days to conduct the governance business of the AVMA. The meeting was presided over by AVMA President-Elect Rena

Carlson and Executive Vice President

Janet

Donlin

Your association is now over 100,000 members strong and works to represent, guide, and enhance our ability to thrive in our profession every day.

ECO n OMIC UPDATE

During the economic update, information was provided regarding the suspected upcoming recession. The recession is predicted to be uneven, and without a general downturn. All types of pet ownership is being affected by the impending recession. The number of household pets increased during covid spring 2020 and 2021, but by spring 2022 there was a decrease in number of households owning pets and that number is trending down.

Inflation has taken a toll on everyone. Historical salary trends have been positive, especially in the last 5 years, but the reality is that even with all the growth experienced, inflation continues to take a bite out of the earnings and has decreased disposable income. Inflation will drop during the recession, but not significantly.

WORkFORCE UPDATE

Retention and attrition continue to be a priority for the veterinary profession. We have seen a slight decline in the number of veterinarians considering leaving the profession, but we still have a problem with retention in practice as well as within the sector and attrition to the profession itself. AVMA has created many workforce initiatives to help target where our challenges are and how we can tackle them. Some of these initiatives include:.

• Economic State of the Profession report-

•The Practice Pulse, a monthly digest of key practice data, trends, and expert insight

• Language of Veterinary Care Initiative,

• Organizational Interventions to Burnout Study

More information is avaiable can be found at AVMA.org

DEI JOURnEY FOR TEAMS

Provides a learning pathway for vet professional to deepen knowledge of diversity and improve DEI in work spaces. The platform is designed for busy professionals to enhance and nurture their work experience and build meaningful relationships with clients and community. The goal is to expose, encourage, engage, inspire, and motivate your team. There is a 15 minute welcome webinar, and once completed you can advance to educational models. A cornerstone guide is the navigator handbook which helps to lead staff meeting and facilitate discussions. Journey for Teams launched on July 29th, 2022 has progressed to it’s second module. All resources can be found at https://www.journeyforteams.org/.

MARkETI n G UPDATE

The AVMA marketing team is committed to supporting the veterinary community. They have created a reputation management toolkit with an educational grant from Banfield. The toolkit is online and provides new tools to address situations. A new benefit is that this is now available to all vet team members not just AVMA members. AVMA has created a list of shared responsibilities on a poster that you can share in your workplace to help manage expectations. It poses question such as: As a client what can you expect? As a client you are responsible for. Find more information at avma.org/reputationmanagement.

TREASURER’S REPORT

The AVMA is financially secure with a 1.57mm projected operational net income and a 9.8mm projected investment revenue. The year 2022 brough about a persistent pandemic, a bear market, and continued threat of recession leading to a decreased bottom line. AVMA reserves maintain 100% of operations, and it’s because of this fiscal responsibility that has allowed AVMA to continue to fully serve members and pursue initiatives amid the wild market.

AVMA GOVERn MEnT REl ATIO nS D IVISIO n

The AVMA remains non-partisan and works with those in congress that want to work with AVMA on veterinary issues. The AVMA’s annual legislative fly-in to be held in April 2023. The upcoming reauthorization of the Farm Bill will be one of the top priorities for the AVMA as it will consist of funding for many programs vital to veterinarians and animal health. Additional issues atop the AVMA’s legislative agenda include increasing access to veterinary services in rural areas, entrenching the concept of One Health among federal agencies, ensuring the health of over a million dogs imported into the United States every year, and many others.

AVMA PAC

The AVMA Political Action Committee continues to grow. In 2021-22 election disbursements made totaled $544,500. This was the most since 2009-2010! Of Pac supported candidates the House of Representatives win rate was 96% while the Senate win rate was a 100%. In addition to candidate support there were 170 PAC-supported events attended by AVMA Ambassadors or staff. Learn more or donate at pac.avma.org

AVMF

In 2022, AVMF provided grants totaling nearly $85,000 to individuals and organizations impacted by Hurricane Fiona in Puerto Rico, Hurricane Ian in Florida, flooding in Kentucky, and wildfires in Kansas, Colorado and California. In addition to those relief funds, over $500,000 has been disbursed to provide food, medical care, disaster relief, and emergency support for veterinary and other organizations to protect animal welfare and the welfare of the care providers affected by the war in Ukraine. The AVMF continues to assist veterinary studen with over $676,500 in scholarships awarded to 401 students in 2022. The Zoetis Foundation and the AVMF have partnered to offer a scholarship program that will provide $1,000 scholarships to 223 students annually. The REACH program (Reaching Every Animal with Charitable Healthcare) provides grants to AVMA members providing charitable veterinary care. In 2023, the program is being expanded to further improve access to veterinary care nationwide. Members can find more information on at avmf.org/programs/veterinary-charitablecare/?back=programs.

Please visit AVMF.org where you can find out more about these programs or make a donation to “pay it forward” and support those in working in our profession.

AVMA TRUST

The AVMA Trust, through AVMA LIFE and AVMA PLIT, offers unparalleled insurance programs and other services available to AVMA member veterinarians and affiliated organizations. Currently the Trust programs focus on professional liability insurance, retirement plan offerings, and the new Pracitce Health Care Solutions service.

If you have any questions regarding the AVMA, member benefits, or governance, please feel free to contact me or Dr. Carol Ryan.

Respectfully Submitted,

Chuck Barry, AVMA Delegate chuck.barry63@gmail.com

660-909- 1504

Carol Ryan, AVMA Alternate Delegate rhodesgang@yahoo.com 636-295-3020

Foundation update 2023 Drawing & Silent Auction

The MVMF is grateful to all those who support its mission. The annual Foundation Drawing is one way to show your financial support. Because of your generous contributions, hard work and participation, we are enjoying great success in fulfilling our goals for the good of the human/animal bond and veterinary medicine. Many thanks to all who came to the event and the many members who donated items and volunteered their time to make this year’s event a great comeback! Also, a big thanks to the sponsors of the Foundation Drawing event: Addison Biological Laboratory, Missouri Wine & Grape Board, ProPartners Wealth and Dr. Reuben Meredith.

Top center: Dr. Joann Kunz and Dr. Neal Roetemeyer share the $10,000 Drawing Grand Prize.

Top left: Always smiling MVMA staff (from left) Michelle Gentges and Dawn Felger.

Top right: Dr. David Gourley-Auctioneer (left) with Dr. Mac Wilt working the crowd

Bottom left: Dr. Scott Fray working his magic to sell 50/50 tickets.

Bottom right: What more can be said. A good time was had by all.

Drawing Winners:

Grand Prize: Joann Kunz and Neal Roetemeyer

$1,000 winners:: Monica Otto, George Fisher (Donated to the Heritage League), Choice Medical Systems (Donated back to the Foundation)

$200 – Lynne Cooper, Ed Migneco, Doug Cleveland, Jeremy Volkmann

$150 – Webb Stevens, John Bates, Ryan Montgomery, Tom & Sharon Naught

$100 – Gerald Carey, Greg Popp, Strubberg Grandchildren, John Schulte

50/50 Winner: Steve Strubberg

Early Bird Winner: Tom Kent

EvEnt HigHligHts from Your missouri vEtErinarY mEdical foundation

Highlights and Actions of the Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation

Thursday, January 26, 2023

Columbia, Mo.

The Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation met Thursday, January 26, 2023 at the MVMA Convention in Columbia, MO. The following are highlights:

All formal actions were moved and seconded by board members, and all motions carried unless otherwise noted.

• Reviewed and approved the agenda for the January 26, 2023 meeting.

• Reviewed and approved the minutes of the September 10, 2022 meeting.

• Reviewed and approved the treasurer’s report.

• New lighting for the Veterinary Museum is being discussed and looked into.

• The grant committee discussed 2022 recipients. 2023 grant applications are now live and being accepted.

• April 2023 Honor Roll Inductions:

• Dr. Gayla Whittle - nominated by Dr. Lynn Martin

• Dr. Dale Grotelueschen - nominated by Dr. Greg Popp

• Dr. Carol Ryan - 2023 Veterinarian of the Year

• The board discussed creating an Amazon Wish List for the Foundation Silent Auction. Board members can add items they think would be popular bid items and those wishing to donate can do so through amazon.

• The Foundation has started a new electronic newsletter to be sent out quarterly to MVMA members. This enews will help highlight and promote MVMF and it’s programs.

• Dr. Catherine Webb and Dr. Cindy Vedder was appointed as 2024 per annum members.

• Dr. Greg Popp and Dr. Roger Dozier was recognized for their many years of service on the MVMF board. This was their last year serving.

• The next Foundation Board meeting is scheduled to be on Saturday, April 29, 2023 immediately following the Honor Roll Induction(s).

Full minutes of the MVMF Board and all other boards and committees can be accessed through the MVMA website, www.movma.org. Go to the home page, click on Volunteer tab.

Dr. Shelia Taylor Honored for MVMF Distinguished Service

Dr. Shelia Taylor, Springfield, Mo., received the Distinguished Service Award from the Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation (MVMF). Dr. Edward Migneco presented the award to Dr. Taylor.

Dr. Taylor is the secretary-treasurer of the MVMA and has been a dedicated volunteer to the Foundation’s charitable goals for many years.

Animal Archives: Honoring Your Clients and Their Pets

Anyone who has lost a beloved family pet may find a memorial gift to be a comforting gesture.

Veterinarians can express their sympathy, say thank you, and build lasting client relationships through the simple but meaningful gesture of placing the departed pet in the Animal Archives. The owners, their family, and friends can see the memorial from anywhere in the country on the Foundation’s Animal Archives website www.mopetmemorial.com The archives are also displayed at the Veterinary Museum in Jefferson City.To date, over 21,000 pets are registered in the archives.

Many of our members participate in this program. A $10 donation on your part comforts clients, helps build your client/doctor relationship, and strengthens the human-animal bond. The Foundation will send, on your behalf, a personalized condolence card with the pet’s name. They also receive a link to their pet’s memorial to upload photos, remarks, etc. Your clinic will also be listed on the Animal Archives Pet Memorial website at www. mopetmemorial.org.

To get your clinic set up for Animal Archives submissions, call 573-636-8737 or www.mopetmemorial.com

MVMF Service Award winner, Dr. Shelia Taylor, (right) with presenter, Dr. Edward Migneco.

MVMa’s Quality assurance Program

What is the Missouri stocker/Feeder Quality assurance Program?

The Missouri Stocker Feeder Quality Assurance Program is designed to meet the quality improvement and pre-conditioning needs of producers, feeders, and consumers. This program educates participants in immunology, animal well-being and the economics of disease. Participation in the program increases producer accountability for quality and safety of the product they sell.

How does the Program Work?

Veterinarians and producers must be certified. Veterinarians are certified by MVMA MSFQAP Committee members. Producers are certified by their veterinarian. Veterinarians and producers learn how they can influence carcass quality and consumer confidence by monitoring where and when injections are administered.

Once certified, the producer may participate in the program at one of three levels (white, red or blue tag). The three-level approach allows all producers the opportunity to match their level of management and facilities to the level of participation.

level 1: show-Me select (White tag)

• Participating veterinarians and producers must be certified.

• Calves must be properly identified with an approved ear tag. Tag numbers will be listed on an approved certificate.

• External and internal parasite control is administered.

• Calves will be dehorned and healed. Calves will also be castrated with a knife and healed or verified to be steers.

• Vaccinations: 7-way clostridial, IBR, BVD, PI3,

BRSV, Mannheimia haemolytica with leukotoxoid, (Histophilus is optional.)

• Cattle must be born on the producer’s farm. A range of birthdates or the birthdate of the oldest calf in the group must be recorded.

• Bull in and out dates will be provided.

• Individual calf treatments will be recorded to include date, product, dosage, route of administration and injection site.

• Vaccinations must be given no younger than four months of age and at least 21 days before sale.

level 2: show-Me superior (red tag)

• Weaned 45 days before offering for sale.

• Meet Level 1 requirements - NOTE: Initial vaccinations may be given at an age determined by an attending veterinarian.

• In addition, a second round of vaccinations must be given using the following guidelines:

• A 7-way clostridial as well as a modified live vaccine containing IBR, PI3, BVD and BRSV must be administered;

• Histophilus somni is optional;

• Only one dose of Manheimia heamolytica is required if that dose is administered to calves 5 months of age or older;

• The time frame between initial and second vaccinations must be a minimum of 21 days and all vaccinations must be completed at least seven days prior to sale;

• If a veterinarian determines initial vaccinations should be given to calves less than 4 months of age then second vaccinations must not occur until calves are 5 months of age or older.

level 3: show-Me supreme (Blue tag)

• Meet Level 1 and Level 2 requirements.

• All cattle must be tested and be negative for persistent BVD infection.

• Genetic information is optional.

For more information, visit the MVMA website at www.movma.org. An online MSFQAP Producer Manual, online veterinarian certification, online tag submission Part-1 and 2 Forms, and other materials are available.

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Closing Dates: February 10, May 15, August 15, October 5

Veterinarians Wanted

We are a growing small animal practice 1 hour south of St. Louis, we have 2 full time and 1 part time doctor.

Tilsit Road Animal Clinic LLC is a privatelyowned and very active mixed animal practice in Jackson, MO. We are looking for a full-time veterinarian to join us as either a small, mixed, or large animal associate. We would also consider part-time or relief applicants. We would love to expand our services as we find the right associate veterinarian! Contact Info: Call (573) 243-2010... Email TilsitRoadAC.LLC@gmail.com...Mail 2009 County Road 335, Jackson MO 63755...Fax (573) 243-7345

Veterinarian Bogey Hills Animal Hospital. Bogey Hills has served the community and suburbs of St. Louis for over 30 years. We are seeking a Medical Director or Associate to join our well-established, small animal practice located in St. Charles, Missouri. We embrace a collaborative team approach to ensure the best care for every patient allowing us to continue to advance our level of medicine. Contact Pam.Seidl@NVA.com for more information.

Summit Veterinary Services, a privately owned, 27 year established hospital in Holts Summit Missouri is seeking a full time or part time small animal or mixed animal veterinarian. We are mainly small animal, equine, but do have some bovine and small ruminant patients as well. We are fully equipped with Abaxis laboratory machines, GE ultrasound, digital radiography, dental suite, power floats and much more. New small animal hospital, plus haul in facilities. Generous salary, benefits package. Call Dr. Bates at 573-896-9301 or e-mail summitvet@aol.com.

Looking for a Full time Licensed Veterinarian to join our team in the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks. We are an established full service animal hospital and have been in business for over 25 years. New graduates are encouraged to apply. We will mentor until comfortable working on your own. Salary negotiable depending on experience. Apply online or contact Christy , office manager at 573374-5279 or officemanagerlah21@gmail.com

Looking for a veterinarian to join a growing practice in northwest Missouri. 80% large-animal, mostly cow-calf and backgrounding cattle. Good communities and lots of activities in the area. 1 full-time and 2 part-time vets currently with lots of support staff. chutes, truck, box and ultrasound equipment. Contact by phone (660)562-4700 or email mvc4700@gmail.com

The Missouri Dept of Agriculture, Animal Health Division, Springfield Animal Health Diagnostic Lab, has a full time Animal Health Lab Director/ Veterinarian Pathologist position open in Springfield, MO. Interested external applicants should apply here: AH Lab Director/Vet Pathologist. Interested internal applicants should apply here: AH Lab Director/Vet Pathologist. For information on this position, contact: hr@mda.mo.gov

We are seeking an immediate, full time experienced equine associate veterinarian to join our primarily equine hospital. HVH is located just west of the St. Louis suburbs in Villa Ridge, MO. Ten minutes WEST of the hospital is historic Washington, MO that sits on the banks of the Missouri River. It is a small, quiet town with great dining and shopping, as well as access to the Missouri wineries on HWY 94. Outdoor activities such as hiking, biking and horse trails abound. Downtown St. Louis is approximately one hour to the EAST of Villa Ridge and offers many sporting, musical, and dining activities. Homestead Veterinary Hospital (HVH) is 70% equine, 20% small animal, and 10% small ruminants. We are a 5 ½ doctor practice that serves a very diverse caseload. We service all types of horses whose abilities range from backyard trail riding to high level English sporting events. The candidate must be a great team player with exceptional communication skills necessary to provide the excellent veterinary care our clients deserve. We are primarily an ambulatory practice, but also have a 10,000 square foot state of the art hospital. We offer four stalls, two mare/ foal stalls, isolation, and stocks to work on cases brought into the hospital. RVT’s present in hospital to provide 24 hour care when necessary. HVH provides medical and surgical veterinary services that involve, but are not limited to:

Pre-purchase exams, Lameness Work-ups

Ophthalmology, Digital Radiology, Digital Ultrasound, Acupuncture, Endoscopy, Field Surgery, Reproduction, Dentistry, PRP, IRAP, Stem Cell Therapy, CO2 Laser, In-House Laboratory, Prostride, Laser/Shockwave Therapy, Emergency Care 24/7/365

On call duties are shared. Base salary plus commission based on performance. Stocked vehicle, medical insurance, malpractice & liability insurance, disability and life insurance, paid professional registrations (AAEP, AVMA, MVMA, BNDD, DEA), paid vacation, paid CE, and a SIMPLE retirement program. Please contact Dr. Aarah Craig at 636-451-4655 or via e-mail at homesteadvet@ gmail.com.

Rural mixed animal clinic in west central Missouri is seeking a full or part-time veterinarian with the opportunity for practice purchase in the near future. Our practice has continued to show rapid growth yearly and draws clientele from larger surrounding areas. Our current practice owner has served our community as sole veterinarian for over 27 years. Applicant has the opportunity to explore personal interests and expand large animal services. We offer digital radiography, inhouse Abaxis laboratory, certified EIA lab, large animal haul-in facility, etc. Ample opportunity for outdoor activities in the rural Truman Lake area, yet close to Springfield and Kansas City.

Salary and benefits are negotiable. Shared afterhour and weekend rotation with flexible scheduling. New graduates or experienced veterinarians are encouraged to apply. This position is the perfect opportunity for someone who wants to choose how they practice and not be controlled by a corporate office. Full or part time. Rotate on call, after-hour emergency, and weekends.. Contact David Edwards, DVM at 417-309-1638 or dmedvm@centurytel.net

Mixed animal practice in SW Missouri. 2 doctor practice, but room and demand for more. Moved into a new building Summer 2022. Inhouse labs, digital radiography, large animal facilities. Flexible and friendly environment. Full time, part time, or relief work available. Open to (continued next page.)

someone with large animal, mixed animal, or small animal only desires. Compensation and benefits will vary depending on experience, abilities, etc. If you would like to inquire about the opening, then please reach out by email to StephenHollandDVM@gmail.com.

Sign-on Bonus. Westwood Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time associate veterinarian to join our AAHA-accredited hospital. The applicant must share our love, respect and compassion for dogs and cats, be able to accomplish assigned duties while keeping pet restraint to a minimum, and have strong but easy going client and staff interaction skills. Contact Dr. Wayne Hunthausen at 913-362-2512 or wayneh42@aol.com.

Full time associate wanted for busy mixed animal practice located in SW Missouri. Equipment is modern with digital radiograph, two ultrasounds, in-house blood chemistry, portable radiograph, haul-in capabilities for cattle and horses complete with indoor stocks, stalls, and equine surgery room fully equipped. Truck and vet box provided. Competitive salary, insurance compensation, continuing education, emergency compensation, ample time off, malpractice liability insurance, buy in opportunity possible for the right doctor. Please send resume to: Aurora Animal Clinic, 1510 E. Church St., Aurora, MO 65605. Fax: 417-678-5728. Clinic Phone: 417-678-3112. Dr. Bader (Practice Owner) Cell: 417-440-0261

Bradford Park Veterinary Hospital in Springfield, MO is seeking a FT Associate Veterinarian to join our practice. Mentorship available and new graduates are welcome! Bradford Park Veterinary Hospital is a full service, referral/general practice veterinary facility, located in Springfield, MO. The professional and courteous staff seeks to provide the best possible medical care for their highly valued patients. We have loyal clients and a large clinical trials program! We currently have seven Doctors on staff and have patients referred to us for surgery, internal medicine, dermatology, and dental along with our general practice. Sign on bonus, relocation monies and retention bonus opportunities! About our Hospital:

· Ultrasound

· Endoscopy

· Digital dental x-ray

· Digital radiography

· Surgical laser

· In house laboratory with Idexx Catalyst/Pro cyte/Snapshot

· Hard and Soft-tissue surgery suites

· Fully stocked pharmacy

AAHA accredited since 1993

About our City: Whether you prefer an eclectic urban scene, the peace of the countryside, or the close-to-everything convenience of suburban life, Springfield can fit your lifestyle. You’ll find some of the most affordable housing values in the United States. We have two of the best healthcare systems in the nation and the cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. A pleasant four-

season climate and fast, easy access to anywhere you need to go in town or out. Best of all there is a friendly, neighborly vibe wherever you go. It’s a sense of community that you won’t find anywhere else, and that’s what makes Springfield, Missouri quickly feel like home. The Associate Veterinarian is an invaluable member of the hospital team who works directly with a Managing Doctor and supporting medical staff. This individual advances the quality of medicine in the practice and provides exceptional client service to our clients and patients. Are YOU the next Veterinarian to join this team and make a difference? Email rick.binkley@ nva.com to apply & for more information.

Protect Every Pet (PEP) is a 501c3 non-profit spay/neuter clinic located in Bland, MO. PEP first opened its doors in November 2010 with a mission to reduce the number of unwanted pet and strays in rural MO, and to educate the public on responsible pet ownership to increase the quality of life for dogs and cats. PEP began in a small house with only one surgery room. Thanks to local support and the generosity of Carol House, we have added on twice and have potential for three surgery rooms now. We have also begun a limited wellness program in the past year. Our founding veterinarian retired at the end of last year and we are in need of another veterinarian at least 2 days a week to keep up with demand.

Responsibilities include:- Physical Exams - Perform routine spay/neuter surgeries in efficient manner

- Expected average of 18 cats or 8 dogs daily - Exams for CVIs. Several rescues use our services and find homes in other states & Canada. Requirements: - DEA & BNDD licenses - Maintenance of controlled substance records - USDA accreditation for small animals. Salary & Benefits are negotiable. Contact Donna Stough at 573-646-3155 or 573-578-3947.

Hill’s Pet Nutrition is hiring a Veterinary Digital Education Specialist based in or near Topeka, KS. This role focuses on the development of education content on multiple platforms, including inclinic seminars, webinars, and other digital learning tools. If you are a veterinarian with at least 2 years of veterinary practice experience, we encourage you to learn more about this position at: https:// jobs.colgate.com/job/Topeka-Veterinary-DigitalEducation-Specialist-KS-66601/939768900/ If you are a veterinarian with at least 2 years of veterinary practice experience, we encourage you to learn more at jobs.colgate.com

Associate DVM wanted immediately for a 3 doctor MIXED practice in central Missouri. Great small community near Columbia with easy access to KC & St. Louis. We’re a fun place to work, well respected in the community with all the standard mixed practice amenities. Prefer a candidate that wants to do a little bit of everything but would entertain a strict small or large animal position. Primarily companion animal (minimal exotics) and Bovine (primarily beef cow/calf) with a good mix of small ruminant, poultry, etc, minimal equine.

Salary is base plus a generous production-based bonus. All standard benefits (SIMPLE retirement, practice vehicle for LA work, insurance, memberships, etc.). check out our website at ccah.vetstreet.com for more practice information. signing bonus/relocation costs negotiable. Call or email for more information. We want to hear from you! Resume or a phone call/email to ccahdvm@iland. net, 660-882-2796

LOCUM DVM OPPORTUNITIES: Topeka, KS, or greater KCMO! Generous compensation, mileage reimbursement, 3 weeks PTO, structured mentorship, and more! Contact Nikki at nhanschu@westernvetpartners.com .

Millersburg Veterinary Hospital, a full service, private companion animal practice serving Millersburg, MO, and the surrounding communities, is looking for a full or part time veterinarian. Our practice values empathy, compassion, and longterm relationships with our clients. Our doctors practice medicine their own way. We offer a flexible schedule with 4 workdays a week and no scheduled weekend hours. Benefits include paid licensing fees and dues, health insurance stipend, paid CE, vacation, sick leave, a hospital- wide production bonus program, and a SIMPLE retirement plan. We support you in exploring new clinical practice ideas, increasing your knowledge, and traveling paths that appeal to you. Please contact Susan McCarty, DVM or Rebekah Frost, Practice Manager at Millersburg Veterinary Hospital 4358 State Road J, Fulton, MO 65251. By phone at 573-642-8724 or email at rfrost@millersburgveterinaryhospital.com

Young Veterinary Clinic is seeking multiple full time mixed animal veterinarians for a well-established two DVM practice predominantly small animal with 20% large animal services in Chillicothe, MO. In 2021 we completed construction of a new 5000 sq ft hospital with all the amenities and space a new or experienced veterinarian would appreciate. Our clinic facility is open, clean, neatly maintained and equipped with four exam rooms, comfort room, large multi-station treatment areas, and dental suite. We have inhouse laboratory equipment consisting of Abaxis vet scan, Abaxis S/A urine analyzer, Abaxis hematology and in house canine progesterone testing We utilize digital radiology, CO2 surgical laser, orthopedic surgeries including bone plating, therapeutic laser, and ultrasound. We have an indoor large animal facility with a hydraulic tilt chute and equine stocks equipped to practice high quality large animal medical services as well. New graduates interested in a mentoring environment are encouraged to apply. There are plenty of interesting cases to provide a fulfilling professional career with experienced support staff to work with. We pride ourselves on the high standard of veterinary care we provide in North Central Missouri. The full time position offers a competitive salary with CE allowance, paid health insurance, paid license and retirement benefits. Applying

veterinarians will work 4 days a week as well as every third Saturday of the month. Paid vacation after 6 months of work. After hour emergencies will rotate every third week of each month and compensation for each emergency seen. Feel free to contact us at 573-513-6700, please email resumes to youngveterinaryclinic@gmail.com or mail to 3145 N Washington Street, Chillicothe, MO 64601

Central Missouri mixed animal practice seeks full time veterinarian: Boonslick Animal Hospital in Boonville, Missouri, was established in the late 1960’s. We are a doctor owned, plus one associate practice located 20 miles west of Columbia, Missouri, in the very center of the state. The practice is 75% small animal with the balance being primarily beef cattle. Our animal hospital is full computerized with an in-house laboratory, digital x-ray, ultrasound, and laser surgery. There also is a large animal haul in facility as well as a stocked veterinary truck for mobile work for each doctor. Salary is negotiable with paid time off. Area rapidly undergoing urbanization. New graduates are encouraged to apply. We will mentor until comfortable working on your own. Future buyin/buy-out potential exists. Contact Dr. Wiley R. McVicker at 660-882-2472 or email resume to bahpetdoc@socket.net.

Lake Pet Hospital may be the place for you! Our team is looking for a Veterinary to assist in our small animal and exotic practice on various services. Our hospital has in-house blood analyzers, digital radiography, dental equipment, full lab services, and more. If you are looking for “lake life” come visit us in Eldon, MO. Call 573-392-3257 or email dockat@lakepethospital.net

Angel Animal Hospital is seeking a Veterinarian to join our conventional GP clinic with an alternative/natural care specialty. Our friendly staff and supportive culture will help you feel at home. We offer all the diagnostic bells and whistles; we are just missing you. See if you are right for our team. AAH has provided compassionate veterinary medical care for pets in Springfield, MO, for over 60 years. Call 417-693-6826 or email gnie@ ivsmo.com

New Haven Veterinary Hospital is a full-service small animal hospital excelling in customer service and providing the highest standard of care for pets. We are seeking a full/part time Veterinarian who has the ability to make decisions and communicate clearly/effectively with team members and clientele. NHVH rewards its team members with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits/retirement package. For more details please contact us. Please e-mail resume to nhvh@ newhavenvetclinic.com or call 573-237-7387

Looking for a fun, enthusiastic environment to practice? We are searching for the right individual for our small animal practice located in St. Louis County Missouri.

Our practice has been established since 1989 and we have a great reputation in the St. Louis area. We are a three doctor practice looking to expand our services. 100% small animal medicine and surgery. We have access to many specialists in the area for optimum patient care. No after hours emergency. We emphasize conscientious patient care in a positive atmosphere. We offer health insurance and retirement benefits for full time employment. Please send resume and contact information to: Bridgeton Animal Hospital, 3148 McKelvey Road, Bridgeton MO 63044. OrBridgetonpets@yahoo.com

Odessa Animal Clinic is hiring a full-time Associate Veterinarian to join our team. We are a well-established small/mixed animal practice located just 30 miles East of downtown Kansas City, Missouri. Our hospital is well equipped with a complete IDEXX in-house lab, including Sedivue, direct digital radiography, ultrasound, Companian Therapy Laser and Vet-Scalpel Surgical Laser. Our Experienced team is friendly and like family. We work together on difficult cases to create the best plan for our patients and clients. We provide mentorship to new grads. If you would like to practice progressive high-quality medicine in a facility that also honors the importance of a quality work-life balance, we would love to hear from you! We offer a very competitive compensation package. Please contact Dr. Sean M Croucher at Odessa Animal Clinic, 100 W Main Street, Odessa, MO 64076 or email scroucherdvm@gmail. com or cell (816) 517-1235.

We are located 30-40 miles west of St. Louis and are predominantly small animal but also treat small ruminants, deer, equine and livestock. We are looking for a Veterinarian who would be open to working with a variety of species. Hours would be full time, 40 hour weeks, with rotating weekends and after hour calls. Negotiable salary with benefits including: Health insurance, paid continuing education and paid licensing expenses. Email resumes to drjohn@washingtonvetclinic. com

I am the founder and Chief Executive Officer of the Center for Animal Rescue and Enrichment of St. Louis (CARE STL) – a 501(c)3 nonprofit animal shelter, and current contracted animal shelter partner for the City of St. Louis Department of Health. I am looking for a Medical Director for CARE STL veterinary clinic. This job opportunity offers you an exciting career working in the fast-paced environment of shelter medicine, where you’d directly oversee the veterinary care and treatment of the approximately 3,000 animals who come through our shelter annually. We offer a starting salary of $135,000, with a complete medical, dental, and vision benefits package. Additionally, this position offers a flexible schedule and a simple IRA match plan of up to 3% of your annual pay. CARE STL strives to provide the most up-to-date veterinary care and follows the recommendations set forth by the leaders.

We encourage the attendance of yearly conferences and will cover the cost of recertification’s, continuing education, and licensures. The primary responsibilities of this position are managing the health and well-being of all sheltered animals. This includes providing high-volume spay/neuter surgeries, routine vaccinations and wellness exams, and heartworm testing for every animal who enters the facility. Additionally, you’d be responsible for providing treatment for emergency cases and other non-routine surgeries such as amputations or mass removals as needed. If interested, please email your letter of interest and resume to Weng Horak at weng@icarestl.org. For more information on duties, go the the Classified section at www. movma.org.

Northeast Missouri mixed-animal veterinary practice seeks a full-time associate. The General Veterinary Clinic, Monroe City, is a three-doctor practice with 50/50 small/large animal clientele. Candidates with progressive, motivated and highly-outgoing personalities are encouraged to apply. Our continually growing practice offers the warm hospitality of a lovely Midwestern community, but also serves urban clientele, who frequent the nearby magnificent Mark Twain Lake recreational area. We strive for excellent healthcare with an iconic small town heart. We are looking for someone who wants to put down roots and become a close member of our veterinary family. Benefits include competitive salary, liability insurance, medical insurance allowance, CE allowance, state and federal licensing dues, 3 weeks PTO and 4 week rotational emergency schedule. Experience is a plus, but new graduates are encouraged to apply. Visit our website at http://generalvetmonroecity.com/ to learn more about us. Please send resume to genvetotto@centurytel.net, or call Dr. Monica Otto at 573-735-4500.

Seeking a part time or full time veterinarian. Please follow the link for information about our hospital and application link: https://amcma.org/ about/employment-opportunities. Please submit your curriculum vitae/resume to Dr. Nicole Fulcher, Medical Director-Macklind location 314.951.1559 nfulcher@hsmo.org or to Dr. Jennifer Pearl, Medical Director-Maryland Heights location 314.951.1352 jpearl@hsmo.org

Southwest Missouri mixed animal practice seeks full or part time veterinarian. Mitchell Veterinary Clinic in El Dorado Springs was established in 1995. We are a doctor owned, plus one associate practice. We are located centrally between Springfield, Joplin and Kansas City in a rural area with short drives to several lakes, resorts, and state parks for outdoor activities and local hunting opportunities. We’re settled in a small town that’s a great community to raise a family. Our clinic is fully computerized with Avimark software, in house labs, digital x ray and ultra sound. We offer a modern 6000 sq ft small and large animal facility as well as stocked vet trucks for mobile work. Salary is negotiable with experience. Benefits in-

clude group medical insurance, PTO, association dues and licenses, liability insurance and Simple IRA with match. Future buy in/buy out potential exists. Contact Dr. Bryan Mitchell for more information or email resume to docmitchellvc@gmail. com or call 417-876-5717

Relief Veterinarians Wanted

Mixed animal practice in SW Missouri. 2 doctor practice, but room and demand for more. Moved into a new building Summer 2022. In-house labs, digital radiography, large animal facilities. Flexible and friendly environment. Full time, part time, or relief work available. Open to someone with large animal, mixed animal, or small animal only desires. Compensation and benefits will vary depending on experience, abilities, etc. If you would like to inquire about the opening, then please reach out by email to StephenHollandDVM@gmail.com.

VeterinaryTechnicians and Practice Staff Wanted

We’re looking for veterinarians and support professionals to add their passion, skills, and education to our team. We believe in hiring doctors with diverse perspectives, ideas, and cultures, and we support veterinarians who use their expertise in a way that benefits pets, clients, and communities. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced veterinarian looking for a change, a new beginning means an open door to explore the next best move in your professional career. We offer competitive salaries, weekends and holidays off, flexible scheduling. For new grads, we have mentoring available. Send resumes and inquiries to misfitmutts417@gmail.com

Full time veterinary technician needed for a busy 3 doctor practice in Park Hills. We currently have 2 full time and 1 part time registered technicians. Most of our staff have been here at least 10 years. If you have a positive attitude, good work ethic, and love the veterinary field, we would love to hear from you! Email Dr. Harding at crystaldvm@earthlink.net

Veterinary Preceptorships

Veterinary Student Preceptorship Openings: Looking for more hands-on experience? Check out our 2–6-week preceptorships for 3rd and 4th year veterinary students. Housing provided! Our busy AAHA-accredited, Fear Free Certified multi-doctor hospitals are perfect for building your knowledge and skills. Focus areas include surgery, ultrasound, dentistry, integrated pain management center, and clinical case work up. Contact Nicole Fulcher, DVM at nfulcher@hsmo. org (314) 951-1559 or Jennifer Pearl, DVM at jpearl@hsmo.org (314) 951-1352

Businesses For Sale/Lease

Established 52 years ago. Primarily large animal ,mostly cow/calf. Great potential to increase other areas of practice. Located in a small rural community in southwest Missouri within easy driving distance of larger cities. Large lake nearby with good local hunting and other outdoor recre-

ational activities. Clinic is in a convenient location with large animal haul- in facilities. For more information call: 417-809-8802

Small animal practice for sale in Shrewsbury (St. Louis suburb), MO. Over 30 years with a solid client base and heavy traffic volume. 1600square foot space in strip center. CR radiographic equipment, Idexx Lasercyte and Catalyst machines. Solo practice with opportunity to expand. Contact smallanimal1991@gmail.com. Contact smallanimal1991@gmail.com.

Small Animal Veterinary Clinic for Sale located in Lubbock, Texas I have had to retire and my beautiful well designed award winning SA clinic is for sale. If interested, please e-mail Dr. George W. Jury rungwj@aol.com and I will send details. This clinic was an NVA walk in clinic with 4 doctors and several million in top line sales. The neighborhood is up and coming with nearby development and gentrification all around! Located near Missouri State University with 187,000 residents in a 5-mile radius. Neighboring tenants are Walmart, Chick-fil-A, Starbucks, Drug stores, Bass Pro Shop, and more. Located at 1037 Grant Avenue in Springfield, this clinic was built before 1990 with 3,341 sq. feet. NVA decided to move 1-2 miles away for a much bigger building because the business was so robust. NVA is moving out in February 2023 and the opportunity will be available March 1st. This is an incredible opportunity to own you clinic with much less risk! Please don’t hesitate to reach out and discuss. Reach out to Whitney Martin at whitney@houndproperty. com

My pride and joy is for sale. After 41 years in practice I’d like to call it quits. My practice is in Midway, Arkansas. Twenty five miles south of Gainesville, MO and 6 miles North of Mountain Home Arkansas. The practice building was built in 2013 and is slightly over 1500 square feet w/ 2 exam rooms, an x-ray room, a prep area with wet table and a fully equipped surgery. There are oxygen lines to the x-ray room, prep area and surgery. The practice sits on 5 flat acres 4 of which are fenced with pipe and 5 strand barb wire. This is a corner lot in a section of the county with no zoning restrictions. The price is $600,000.00 including the real-estate. The 2022 gross will be $500,000.00 limited only by what I can do. Call 870-481-6369 or email. JBMODVM@Yahoo.com

Items for Sale

Misc. Veterinary equipment for sale in Versailles, MO. Abaxis HM5 and VS2 analyzers, Shoreline stainless steel cages, 3ft. x 6ft. custom made stainless steel run doors. Shoreline exam room table, shoreline tilt surgery table. DR x ray processor. Misc. surgical instruments. Please contact Kaslyn @ 5737461925 for more info.

I have One 8ft Bowie Vet Box and One 6 1/2 ft Bowie Vet Box that I am wanting to give away! FREE!! If interested, you can call Lee Hinson at 314-808-0361 or email at hinsondvm@gmail. com

For Sale - 1998 Bowie Veterinary inset in good condition. If you have any questions or want any additional information, please reach out. Call Dr. C. E. Mabee for more info: 417-232-4387 or 417576-6659

Wanted to Buy

WANT TO BUY Kimberling-Rupp spay tool(s). I am still spaying a few and need a replacement or two. If you have one collecting dust in a closet that you aren’t using, please give me a call. Call 573 324-5216 and ask for or leave a message for Dr. Lonnie Shepard.

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