Quarterly Missouri Veterinary
A Publication of the Missouri Veterinary Medical Association
Summer 2020
MISSOURI VETERINARY MEDICAL ASSOCIATION 2500 Country Club Drive Jefferson City, MO 65109 Phone 573-636-8612 Fax 573-659-7175 email: mvma@movma.org website: www.movma.org BOARD OF GOVERNORS Dr. David Gourley President Dr. Marcy Hammerle President-Elect Edward Migneco Vice President Dr. Shelia Taylor Secretary/Treasurer Dr. Carol Ryan Board Chair EXECUTIVE BOARD Dr. Sonia Serad-Wright Northwest District Delegate Dr. Jennifer McLain-Link North Central District Delegate Dr. Christopher Perry Northeast District Delegate Dr. Christi Belew Kansas City District Delegate Dr. Chad McNeal 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. Catherine Hicks Southeast District Delegate Dr. Carol Ryan AVMA Delegate Dr. Chuck Barry AVMA Alternate Delegate Dr. Carolyn Henry (Ex-officio) MU College of Veterinary Medicine Dr. Chuck Lemme (Ex-officio) AVMA District 7 Representative Katie Molind Student Board Member Robert Schmidt Alternate Student Board Member STAFF Richard Antweiler Executive Director Julie Braun Deputy Executive Director Brette Henderson Member Relations & Event Coordinator Luann Avalos Bookkeeper
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Kim Ralston Communications Specialist Lori Muhlenbruch Program Coordinator Michelle Gentges Executive Assistant Dawn Felger Administrative Assistant Denise Colvin Museum Archivist
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Inside this issue... Happenings: MVMA People and Events........................................... 4-7 Highlights & Action of the Board . ........................................................... 6 2021 Officer & At-Large Candidates............................................. 10-13 Donating Pet Oxygen Masks to Local Fire Departments.............14 CVM Student Organizes Pet Food Drive.............................................16 Upcoming CE & Events..................................................................................18 Covid-19: Responding to Members’ Needs.............................. 20-21 Associate Member News Briefs.................................................................22 Feline Leukemia Virus and Shelter Medicine ........................... 24-26 Vesticular Stomatitis Emergency Rule Issued......................................27 MVTA Tech Notes ......................................................................................... 28 Foundation Update ........................................................................................30 Classifieds ..................................................................................................... 35-38 2020/2021 Partners For Progress Sponsors ......................................39
On the Cover... As spring turns to summer, Mocha ( a good friend of MVMA staff member Julie Braun), nuzzles into something fresh and green. Through all of these strange times and the Covid-19 virus menacing the world, it’s good to know that life will carry on, the seasons will change, and pets and livestock will still need a veterinarian’s valuable care. The MVMA has offered members the latest updates and assistance during the pandemic including PPE, safe veterinary practice and financial assistance information. The association wishes you the best possible outcomes as we navigate the summer and enter the fall. (See page 20 for the MVMA’s Covid -19 Response.)
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From the Board Chair Presiding as President of the MVMA during 2019 has been a gratifying experience. I was fortunate to partake in many leadership roles at the state and national Carol Ryan, DVM level. I have had a glimpse at the vast diversity our profession entails. It is easy to develop tunnel vision as a veterinarian. We are often overwhelmed with the stress of working in private practice, academia or industry. We may not appreciate the countless individuals that are working behind the scenes in organized veterinary medicine to assist in the protection and advancement of our profession. As the AVMA Delegate for Missouri, I was fortunate to have had the opportunity to converse with many congressmen in Washington DC. We spent many days shaking hands with members of the Senate and the House as we conveyed the challenges veterinarians
face during this volatile time. I was fortunate to meet several veterinarians that are members of the U.S House of Representatives that monitor agricultural issues pertaining to our livelihood. Thank you! I was able to attend many of the MVMA district meetings last year. It was overwhelming to witness MVMA members working together to rectify veterinary issues in their area. I visited the Capitol in Jefferson City on numerous occasions advocating for the protection of our veterinary livelihood. I was honored to have dinner with our Governor at several events and speak at the UMC-CVM Commencement for the 2019 graduating veterinarians. Unfortunately, the current Covid-19 pandemic has changed everyone’s lifestyle. I traveled across the U.S., shook hands, had dinners and embraced so many graduating veterinarians last year never anticipating that the small things that I had
taken for granted could be taken away. It has since been replaced with “in home quarantine”, “social distancing”, “ban on travel” and “ZOOM and fist bumps” used to say hello. Times have changed and we must be prepared for what is ahead for the veterinary profession. I appreciate everything the AVMA and our MVMA has done “behind the scenes” the past few months! They have worked diligently to provide the frontline news, reports, recommendations and suggested protocols for all to have at their fingertips. We need veterinarians to partake in our association. Now is the time to give back to your profession. Please contact the MVMA office if you would consider a position as Vice-President, a district delegate, a committee member, or an advocate for legislative issues. We are all in this together. It has been an honor serving as the President of the MVMA. Carol Ryan, DVM
From the Executive Director Greetings from the MVMA office,
Richard Antweiler
I hope this message finds our members in progressively better circumstances as we deal with the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic this summer.
The unprecedented events of the last few months have been challenging for our members, and have created a heightened need for timely information and assistance from your MVMA. We have worked hard to research the information vital to you, and share it as available, often on a daily basis. Guiding staff throughout this process has been your hardworking, dedicated leadership team. Your MVMA officers, along with advisors from our committees 3
and others with expertise in their areas, have worked hard to anticipate the needs of their Missouri colleagues, and direct the staff to meet your needs. Their dedicated deliberations, often taking place after hours and on weekends, have been our guide to serve you in the best way possible. We want to thank those of you who have paid your dues, and those of you who plan to do so by the July 1st deadline. We know some of our members have been severely affected by the pandemic. Any member who is having difficulty, please contact us. We will work with you to ensure that your membership does not lapse, and that you will continue to receive the information you need. The rest of the year is of course uncertain, as we navigate the future against a backdrop of COVID-19. At
this time, we are planning to hold the MVMA Annual Convention January 21-24 at the Holiday Inn in Columbia. We are closely monitoring the situation, and will adjust and adapt to the circumstances that are presented to us. Best wishes for good outcomes to all of our members. Contact us, we are here to help. Richard Antweiler
Happenings...
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MVMA PEOPLE & EVENTS MU-CVM Graduates 114 New Members of the Veterinary Profession Even with a pandemic moving through the nation, the veterinary profession grew by 114 new members on May 15 as the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine graduated the Class of 2020. The CVM commencement was held virtually with messages from not only the MU campus but living rooms and backyards. In a video message, CVM Dean Carolyn Henry, remarked that not even Covid-19 can “steal your thunder” today because “you will be getting a whole new life with a brand new name... ‘Doctor’. ” Dr. Keith Branson was selected by the class to hood them and via a video message explained the importance of the graduation gown. Dr. Claire Vani gave the response on behalf of the class. Dr. David Gourley, MVMA president, welcomed the graduates to the profession with an online (Corona beer) toast. The website also featured well-wishes from their teachers and veterinarians across Missouri. To view the commencement ceremony, visit the graduation website at http://cvm.missouri.edu/class-of-2020-celebration/.
Hayley Elizabeth Scheerer Thomas Michael Schmittdiel Philip A. Schuchardt Jessica Diane Scofield Nicole Dawn Dmytryk Seddon Shalvinder Kaur Seehra
Hirsch Kumar Srivastava Omar Ahmed Taranissi Maxton Edward Thoman Sarah Townsley Sarah Mai Truong Garrett Nicholas Ungerer
Ravi Teja Upadhyayula Elliott Edward Voss Charles Richard Walde Kyle Francis Warren Allison Elizabeth Watkins Lisa Marie Weeda
Lauren Marie Welby Berra Miranda Sue Westhoff Jenna Nicole Whitrock Laura Anne Wilke Junaid Tauqir Yasin Joseph Zimmer
The 2020 MU-CVM graduating class at the White Coat Ceremony held in October 2019.
College of Veterinary Medicine DOCTOR OF VETERINARY MEDICINE SUMMA CUM LAUDE Veterinary Medicine Matthew Christopher Iuliani Kiley F. Johnson Natalie Kate Liberman Cooper Daniel Martin Sarah Ellen Ryan DOCTOR OF VETERINARY MEDICINE MAGNA CUM LAUDE Veterinary Medicine Alexis Marie Griess Brianna Harn Nicholas Tyler Noto Sarah Evelyn Rollins DOCTOR OF VETERINARY MEDICINE CUM LAUDE Veterinary Medicine Lori Ann Lind Anne Katherine McAlister Phoebe W. Miller DOCTOR OF VETERINARY MEDICINE Veterinary Medicine Rachel Erin Bardot Marshall Basham Emily Anna Bauer Jade Brianna Beckmann Rebecca Christine Belter Kaitlin Amanda Bishop
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Megan Elise Bockting Sidney Nicole Bogue Kelly Ann Bosco Cory Lisa Corinne Branscomb Carley Annette Brucks Megan A. Caldwell Melissa Cespedes Molly A. Churchill Tarin Clausen Whitney LeAnn Collins Jessica Cordingley Rachel Ellen Courville William J. Crouch Elizabeth D. Cunningham Rachel Alexis Dalske Elizabeth Laine Daugherty David E. Dempski Brian Dolan Kelsey J. Duensing Taylor Renee Duffy Nicole D. Fansler Stephanie Claudia FerreiraNichols Kaitlyn Elizabeth Fielder Haley Diann Foster Kristen Elizabeth Gabriel Hannah B. Gafen Katelyn Victoria Galos Katelyn N. Garner Lyndsy Gieche Maria Pia Gomez Postigo Yaritza Gomez Samantha Green Rachael Caroline Gruenwald
Kelly Marie Guardia Brittney Ann Haffner Rachel Louise Harris James E. Hegeman Jr Anna Lena Hilker Rachael Elizabeth Hill Kinsey Nichol Holdmeyer Katherine Ann Johnson Katy Leigh Kaufman Jessica Kerbs Samantha Ann Kevin Whitney Lee King Johanna Klein Marina R. Liles John N. Link James William Cameron Locke Lissette Marie LÛpez Santiago Derek J. Louderbaugh Emily Nicole Lovell Rebekah Elise Lowrey Elizabeth Alice Luciani Hanna Ruby Jean Martin Marissa R. Martinez Michael J. Mattia Rochelle K. Meteer Charles R. Moley Josie Lee Mullen Rebecca K. Murphy Karen Leanne Patterson Tonya Sue Pettet Justin Arthur Piazza Lauren Alexis Quaney Megan E. Riccardi
*Denotes Summer 2020 graduate
Jordan A. Rice Sarah Nicole Rutherford Jaclyn N. Ruzzo Allison Forsch Sanders Sarah Sawayanagi Marisa Lauren Lee Schaar Michael A. Schacher Gina E. Schieber Sarah L. Schmidt Taylor Scott Elizabeth Jane Seal Jamie Michelle Selman Neha Sharma Austin Lee Sherman Christina Marie Sherman Chelsea Jane Smasal Stephanie R. Spring Olivia Kay Stone Olivia Elizabeth Marie Stricklin Natalie N. Sywyj Meaghan Tokarski Claire Anne Vani Mara Elizabeth Vernier Erin Wadsworth Marc D. Weissman Kimberly Ann Weller Daniel George Wendell Ashley Elizabeth Wolfe Michael McKinley York Chelsea N. Zobrist
Oh, the Places the Class of 2020 Will Go!
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MVMA Recognizes 2020Richard Antweiler Celebrates Twenty Years With the MVMA 2021 Academy Members Richard Antweiler celebrated 20 years as executive director of the Missouri Veterinary Medical Association on April 3, 2020.
The Missouri Veterinary Medical Association Academy is the continuing education arm of the Missouri Veterinary Medical Association. Its members are those MVMA members who have met the Academy’s membership requirements and have applied for Academy membership.
Over the years, Richard has worked tirelessly to increase member services and non-dues revenue. He has worked to increase the MVMA’s presence at the State Capitol and the college. Hallmarks include technology advancement and leadership development initiatives.
There is no cost to join. Go to www.movma.org/page/Academy for more information.
Mr. Antweiler is the recipient of the association’s President’s Award in both 2002 and 2013. He received the Foundation’s Distinguished Service Award in 2018 and is a past president of the American Society of Veterinary Medical Association Executives. It’s gone by so quickly,” Antweiler says. “It’s been the professional adventure of a lifetime for me, and I’m not done yet. Sure there have been challenging times, but the members of MVMA are good, and giving people. I see it every day, and that makes obstacles smaller and the work feel that much more gratifying. Thank you MVMA members and staff for this great privilege.”
Join fellow MVMA members at the Holiday Inn Executive Center at our next convention in Columbia, Mo. on January 21-24, 2021 for more education, fellowship & fun.
2020-2021 MVMA Academy Members Chuck Barry Lonnie Blum Philip Brown Ronald Brown Sally Burd Michelle Cahill Lindsey Calhoun Andrea Carr Rebecca Conrad Janes Crago Caitlin DeWilde Alexandria Donoho Roger Dozier Raymond Ebert Mel Falk Peggy Fisher George Fischer Clark Fobian Jessica Gardner Marcy Hammerle James Hackworth Mark Hale Robert Hertzog James Howard Willliam Jones Julie King Elizabeth Kistner Praveena Kolli Victoria Knight Jenny Lindquist Richard Linn
Donald Loden Mark Lux Frank McLaughlin Susan McCarty Edward Migneco Elizabeth Marziani Mary Mountain Sarah Mueller Liana Wages-Nichols Craig Payne Ben Potter Jonathon Renfro Pete Rucker Carol Ryan Linda Scorse Steven Lewis Smith Lauren Smith Stephanie Stroud Jessica Stroupe Kayla Terry Shelia Taylor Sara Thomas Eugene Ulmanis Sandra Walker Brett Ward Kenneth White Bruce Whittle Vincil Wilt Kenneth Vroman Shuping Zhang
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HIGHLIGHTS AND ACTIONS OF THE EXECUTIVE
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Highlights and Actions of the MVMA Executive Board Meeting April 5, 2020 The Missouri Veterinary Medical Association met virtually April 5, 2020 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. • Approved the budget for 2020-21 • Reviewed status of MVMA Staff • Reappointed Dr. Carol Ryan for a second term as AVMA Delegate, and Dr. Chuck Barry as AVMA Alternate Delegate for their terms beginning in 2021.
Missouri Veterinary Medical Association Executive Board Meeting APRIL 5, 2020 VIRTUAL MEETING
Reviewed status of bills in the legislature that are of concern for MVMA members. The pandemic turned the legislative session on its head, resulting in a greatly compressed session, with few issues outside of the budget receiving much attention.
Ortu Stella Emerging Leader Nominations Due By August 15, 2020 At its Spring 2019 meeting, the MVMA Executive Board approved a new emerging leader recognition: the Ortu Stella Award (Latin for rising star). Nominations for the award will be suggested by the Recent Graduate and Collegiate Task Force, and any MVMA member who wishes to nominate a young veterinarian. The form to make nominations can be found at www.movma.org. Click on the “Volunteer” tab at top of main page. Nominators are responsible for securing and submitting biographical information and a statement reflecting the reasons they are making the nomination. Any nominee must be an MVMA member veterinarian in good standing, and not more than ten years post receipt of their degree. The nominees will be selected by the Executive Board through an anonymous vote in relation to the degree to which they meet the following ideal: 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.
Discussed at length the activities of the MVMA during the pandemic. • The Board also reviewed the minutes of all MVMA committees and other entities.
Minutes of this board meeting and other committee meetings can be accessed through the MVMA website, www.movma.org under the “Volunteer” tab. 6
Dr. Abby Whiting (left), recipient of the 2020 Ortu Stella Award. The award was presented by Dr. Sarah Meineka.
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Statement of Assets, Liabilities & Net Assets MODIFIED CASH BASIS - DECEMBER 31, 2019
In Memory R. Eugene Fox, DVM
ASSETS: CURRENT ASSETS Undesignated Assets: Cash – checking Certificates of Deposit Money Market Account Total Undesignated Assets
place new audit review here
Designated Assets: Cash – MSFQAP Total Designated Assets Total Current Assets PROPERTY & EQUIPMENT Furniture & Equipment Less: Accumulated Depreciation Total Net Property & Equipment OTHER ASSETS Investment in MVMA, LLC Total Other Assets TOTAL ASSETS
$143,963.47 80,596.64 44,223.97 $268,784.08 5,031.21 5,031.21 $273,815.29 28,687.33 (26,288.48) $2,398.85 186,518.00 186,518.00
NET ASSETS Without Donor Restrictions: Designated by the Board for MSFQAP Undesignated
2,104.00 2,615.20 $4,719.20
5,031.21 452,981.73 $458,012.94
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS
$462,732.14
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St. Louis, Mo. Passed Away: January 21, 2020 Survived by his daughters, Janet and Julie; and sons, Dan and Greg.
Carol J. Maltby, DVM
Lee’s Summit, Mo. Passed Away: April 2, 2020 Maple Woods Veterinary Technology Coordinator 1975-2005 Dearly loved teaching and horses.
Lester J. Reschly, DVM
Total Net Assets
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William R. Henry, DVM
$462,732.14
LIABILITIES AND NET ASSETS: CURRENT LIABILITIES Due to MVMF Funds Held for Others Total Current Liabilities
Fairdealing, Mo. Passed Away: September 30, 2019 Survived by his daughters, Jennifer, Rebecca, Gillian, and Katherine; and sons, Conner and Jeremiah.
Columbia, Mo. Passed Away: February 17, 2020 Survived by his wife, Shirley and daughters, Debbie and Jolene; and son, Jason.
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2021 Officer
CANDIDATES Note: Official ballots will be mailed on or before September 1, 2020.
Candidate for President Elect Dr. Ed Migneco graduated from the College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Missouri-Columbia in 1986. He immediately took over Hillside Animal Hospital, in St. Louis, MO and has been practicing there since. He is married to Dr. Mary Migneco, OD, and they have three daughters: Anna, who is a veterinarian practicing at Hillside with her wife, Dr. Ed’s daughter-in-law, Dr. Erin Willis, Gina, who is in Pharmacy School at the University of Maryland-Baltimore, and Nina, who goes to Rhodes College in Memphis and is applying to veterinary school this fall. Dr. Migneco has worked tirelessly with numerous rescue groups. These groups include, but are not limited to Gateway Pet Guardians, APA, Nooterville, OPSPOT, Guardian Angel Bassett Rescue, and Tenth Life Cat Rescue. As he heads towards retirement his work with Gateway is continuing as the group has now purchased a former school in East St. Louis, IL which they are transitioning into a shelter, low-cost veterinary clinic, pet food pantry, and community center. In 2002 Dr. Migneco was awarded Veterinarian of the Year by the MVMA, and this was followed in 2007 by the Hartz National Veterinarian of the Year award. In 2014 he received Pet Welfare Partner of the Year from the New Years for the Strays Trivia Night. Personal interests include travel, photography, and trivia “I have always felt that I have had a great life, full of blessings, and it is due to my career choice that I have been so lucky. It is for this reason that I want to give back to my profession by serving as president-elect of the MVMA. It has taken me a while to get to this point, but now that I am slowing down in my clinical practice, with my daughters taking over, I have the time and energy to devote to the association. I have two daughters following in my footsteps and a third who is applying to veterinary school this fall. What better way to ensure their future is secure than to volunteer for the association, and to add another way that I can set a good example for them going forward.” Ed Migneco, DVM
Candidate for Secretary-Treasurer Dr. Shelia Taylor graduated from the University of Missouri-College of Veterinary Medicine in 1992. After practicing in private practice for several years, she took a teaching position and is currently an instructor in Bioclinical Sciences at Ozarks Technical Community College in Springfield, MO as well as continuing to practice medicine on a relief basis. Dr. Taylor currently serves on the MVMA Executive Board as Secretary-Treasurer and is a member of the Recent Graduate and Collegiate Task Force and Missouri Volunteer Veterinary Corps. “Since becoming involved in organized Veterinary Medicine, I have a much greater understanding of what our state and national organizations can do for us whether we currently work day to day in private practice, are in industry or regulatory medicine, academia, or wherever our veterinary education takes us. Serving as your SecretaryTreasurer for the past several years has made me appreciate the profession and the members of our association even more. Therefore, I am once again running for the position of Secretary-Treasurer because for your Association to work for you, we must have a financially sound association. The officer teams and state office have worked hard to maintain the standards of the association and I wish to continue that honored tradition in this position with the help of my fellow officers, district delegates, and you the members. Thank you for your time and your support.” Shelia Taylor, DVM
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Candidate for Vice President Dr. Philip Brown attended Southwest Mo State College and graduated from University of Missouri with a BS in agriculture and also, graduated from the College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Missouri. He served as a First Lieutenant and Captain in the United States Army. He spent two years in a pathology residency program. He was an associate on weekends and evenings at North Metropolitan Hospital and Emergency Center in Denver, Colorado, where he had an opportunity to work with Dr. Piermattei. He relocated to Springfield, Missouri, and practiced as an associate of Dr. D.G. Carlson for several years. He did relief work for several veterinarians in Springfield, Missouri. Dr. Brown was a past board member and president of SouthWest Missouri Humane Society. He was a charter member and chairman of OVA (Ozark Veterinary Associates), an organization devoted to veterinary continuing education in Southwest Missouri. He practiced emergency veterinary medicine at Anem Pet Emergency Clinic for several years while practicing small and large animal general medicine at Republic Veterinary Clinic. He has operated the Animal Care Center in Springfield, MO with Dr. James Jones and Dr. Deborah Shaw. He has twice been president of the Southwest Missouri Veterinary Medical Association. He has co-chaired and chaired The Animal Welfare committee. He has been a member of the Missouri Academy of Veterinary Practitioners since 1991. Dr. Brown is a 2019 -2020 AVMA Ambassador and attended AVMA PAC Town Hall May 22, 2020 He was a founding member of the Friends of Veterinary Medicine, the originator of the “General Doctor Benefit” with Dr. Leroy Atkinson, Dr. Ted Higgins, Mr. Ben Riley, Mr. Jimmy Lawrence, Dr. Gary Atkinson and others. He previously served on the Dean’s Advisory Committee and is an early member of the Veterinary College Jefferson Club, University of Missouri. He has served two terms as a Southwest District Delegate to the MVMA and was on the practice management task force. He is on the Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation Board presently as chairman and co-chairman with Dr. Scott Fray. He is an AVMA, MVMA, and Southwest MO Vet Med Association member. He was nominated to the Veterinary Honor Roll by Dr. Mike Pfander. He is married to Gloria Brown and has 3 children and 9 grandchildren. He is also a member of the Elks Lodge 509 in Springfield, Mo, an Elder at Central Christian Church in Springfield, MO and a military veteran. Dr Brown shares this, “I have had and continue to have many mentors from the University of MO college of Veterinary Medicine, MVMA, MVMF, and private practice that have helped me to see the value of organized veterinary medicine and of giving back as well as paying it forward to the MVMA. I am always willing to help in any way that I can to support the MVMA and the MVMF. I appreciate all of the past and present officers and MVMA Staff for all the time and effort that they put in to helping our MVMA organization help all members and non-member veterinarians in our state.” Philip Brown, DVM
Candidate for Vice President Dr. Matt Silvius was raised on a swine and cattle farm in Turney, MO. He graduated magna cum laude in 2007 from the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Silvius is a co-owner of Eagle Animal Hospital, a multi-site, eight doctor small animal hospital. Dr. Silvius has previously served two 3-year terms on the Board of the Missouri Veterinary Medical Association and is a recognized national leader in veterinary technology development. He is CEO and Co-Founder of the Independent Veterinary Network (IVN), one of the nation’s leading virtual veterinary technology companies. He is also a member of the KCVMA and AVMA. Dr. Silvius and his wife, Dr. Margaret McKeown Silvius, DVM, have two young children. Their household also includes Archie, a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Sunny, a cat who has the rule of the house. Matt’s time away from business includes working outdoors, watching sports, and enjoying quality family moments. “It would be an honor to continue to serve our state veterinary association as Vice President. While serving the past 6 years on the MVMA executive board I have gained the experience to help me lead our association. My goal is to continue to support and preserve the important role veterinarians have in delivering healthcare for pets and preserving viable food sources. The current COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way we practice in ways we could not have imagined just a few months ago. I want to ensure Missouri veterinarians have access to the latest technologies while we continue to protect the profession and the consumer. Therefore, in conjunction with traditional forms of operation, technology provides veterinarians with opportunities to build their practice while providing clients flexibility and options for animal health consultation.” Matthew Silvius, DVM
Please return your ballots by October 1, 2020. NOTE: Vice president candidates are listed alphabetically in the “Officer Candidate” article in this issue of the “Quarterly”. Candidates names and bios will be reversed on the official ballot mailed by September 1, 2020. 11
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2021 At-Large Delegate
CANDIDATES Note: Official ballots will be mailed on or before September 1, 2020. You will be asked on the ballot to vote for three (3) candidates out of the four (4) choices.
These positions were approved with the bylaw changes of 2018 and were in effect for the election of 2019. The top three vote-getters will win the positions. The At-Large Delegate one-year terms will begin with the January 2021 convention.
Ashley French, DVM East Central District Dr. French graduated from the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine in 2012. In 2017 she bought the practice. Dr. French enjoys small animal surgery and preventative medicine. She is an active member of the Missouri Veterinary Medical Association and the Missouri Volunteer Veterinary Corps Disaster Response Team. She enjoys horseback riding and home improvement. Why I wish to be an At-Large Delegate: As an At-Large Delegate, I plan on representing private practice interests to the MVMA board. I believe that through active involvement in the organization we have greater resources to influence government policy, public health and continuing educations as it relates to veterinarians. I will use my voice to advocate for the advancement and protection of our profession as a whole, and I will continue to lend my support for the Vet School.
Ellen Ratcliff, DVM Southwest District I was a mixed animal practitioner for 17 years in Fair Grove, Missouri. A piece of my heart will always be at the clinic, but needed a change in 2018. I’ve been working as a Clinical Development Manager for KindredBio doing development of new and cutting-edge biologic pharmaceuticals. I am also a veterinarian in the US Army Reserves with 11 years experience and a couple Mid East deployments under my belt. Why I wish to be an At-Large Delegate: I am a former delegate to the executive board as the SW district representative. I loved my time with the MVMA staff and board but military deployments and practice kept me in constant chaos. I’m hoping to get involved again and share my passion for our profession in the organization working closest to home. I know the MVMA’s impact on our state’s veterinarians and I love being a part of that.
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Tom Rose, DVM
West Central District Tom Rose, DVM, MPH, DACVPM is a managing partner at Rolling Hills Veterinary Hospitals in Columbia, MO. A 1988 graduate of the MU CVM, he has practiced at Rolling Hills and volunteered locally ever since. In 2017 he completed a Master of Public Health degree at MU and in 2019 became a board-certified diplomat of the American College of Veterinary Preventive Medicine. Dr. Rose also works as an adjunct assistant professor in the MU MPH program. Why I wish to be an At-Large Delegate: Most of my extracurricular activities over the years have been related to public education at the state and local level, serving on several boards and commissions, including the Columbia Board of Education. I am eager to begin serving my profession at the organizational level, applying what I have learned through my public health education, my policy work as an officer on several boards, and my experiences managing a small business for 30 years.
Jessica Stroupe, DVM West Central District
I own a mixed animal practice in central Missouri. I have been active in MVMA leadership, including President of my regional VMA (West Central VMA), President of MVMA Academy, member of Recent Graduate and Rural Veterinary Task Forces, and the Membership Committee. I am active in my local community, teaching 4H Veterinary Sciences. I was a winner of the Women Who Own It Entrepreneur of the Year for 2019. Why I wish to be an At-Large Delegate: I love participating in board meetings and learning more about how organized veterinary medicine works for us as veterinarians. As a “recent” graduate and practice owner, I love having the opportunity to provide my unique perspective. Things that are important to me include healthy clinic culture and fair work environment, promoting women in leadership in the profession, and promoting small businesses over corporate take-overs. NOTE: At-Large candidates are listed here alphabetically. Candidates’ names and bios will be reversed on the official ballot mailed by September 1, 2020.
Have you paid your dues? If not, please pay your dues by July 1st to help save the cost of further renewal notices. Thank you for your membership in the MVMA. Go to www.movma.org to pay online or call 573-636-8612. 13
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Clinics Encouraged to Consider Donating Pet Oxygen Masks to Local Fire Departments Here’s a great idea and a great lifesaver, and the MVMA has developed a step-by-step guide to make it easy for your clinic to donate these oxygen mask kits to your local fire departments. The Pet Oxygen Mask Project, an initiative of the MVMA Animal Welfare Committee in cooperation with Dr. Michael Opsomer, Springfield, Mo. sent in this the MVMA Emergency Man- photo of the oxygen masks in use by firefighters. agement and Public Health Committee and the MVMA Missouri Volunteer Veterinary Corps, is working towards equipping Missouri fire trucks with pet oxygen masks. To start off the initiative, the Missouri Veterinary Medical Association presented the Boone County Fire District with 10 Pet Oxygen Masks on Monday, August 10th. The presentation was held at the Boone County Fire Protection District Headquarters in Columbia, MO. Two local television stations covered the event. The pet oxygen masks are specifically designed for animals and each kit comes with three different size masks that can be used on any size dog or cat, as well as ferrets, guinea pigs, birds, and more. The cost per kit is $90.00. One kit per truck. Kits include three sizes of masks and cost $85/kit.
Equipping fire trucks with pet oxygen masks will give firefighters the proper equipment they would need when trying to revive a pet that has suffered from smoke inhalation. For added public relations benefit, arrange a time with your local news outlet to make a presentation. These kits have saved many lives when they were available. These oxygen masks were underwritten by the MVMA as a pilot project to develop a model for local veterinary clinics to replicate this project in communities throughout Missouri.
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AVMA Convention 2020 Cancelled Due to COVID-19 Concerns
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ith the unprecedented, rapidlychanging times related to the COVID-19 pandemic, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has been closely monitoring the situation and following the guidance of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the World Health Organization (WHO) and local government officials, especially as it relates to AVMA Convention 2020. The AVMA’s top priority is the health, safety and well-being of the veterinary community and AVMA Convention attendees, vendors, speakers and exhibitors. After much discussion and careful deliberation, the AVMA has made the difficult decision to cancel its annual Convention 2020 (July 31-August 4) in San Diego, as well as the Cannabis Symposium and other meetings related to the convention. With so much uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, and as a sciencebased, one health organization, the AVMA determined there was no way to ensure the health and safety of convention attendees by the end of July. All registrations and hotel reservations made in the official AVMA block will be cancelled on registrants’ behalf. All registration fees will be fully refunded and, if applicable, registrants will have their hotel deposits refunded within 90 days. The current situation has caused a significant backlog and the AVMA will be processing individual refunds as quickly as possible. For airline bookings, registrants should follow up with their travel agents or air carriers directly. Those who booked hotels outside the AVMA block will need to follow up with the hotel directly. Today, as always, the AVMA is committed to providing high-quality education and professional development. The AVMA is currently exploring the potential for virtual conference options as an alternative meeting. More details will be shared in the coming weeks. If attendees have any questions related to the convention, you can reach out to the AVMA by email convention@avma.org or phone 800-248-2862.
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Feeding the Whole Family During the Covid-19 Pandemic By Catherine M. Vogelweid, DVM ,PhD As I have watched the daily events unfolding as COVID-19 has spread across our country, I have been surprised at how its impacts have reached so deeply into the fabric of the daily lives of so many Missourians. As the food banks experienced a sharp increase in the demand to feed people who had fallen upon hard times, it was recognized that food that was suitable for human consumption was also being diverted to feed the non-human family members – their dogs and cats. This was problematic because it was desirable to conserve all suitable food for consumption by humans, and that piece-meal feeding of pets with human food was unlikely to meet their nutritional needs. In Boone County, the Central Missouri Humane Society, the Boone County Office of Emergency Management, and Boone County Fire Protection District stepped up to help out our community. Abbie Knudsen (a third-year Cooperation between several community organizations made this donation effort successful. Shown (from left to right) are veterinary student) arranged for a donation of 40+ pallets of pet food Chief Scott Olsen, Boone County Fire District; Julie Aber, Director from The Greater Good organization. The donation was managed through of Central Missouri Humane Society; Sherril Gladney, Planner for the Central Missouri Humane Society, with coordination provided through Boone County Office of Emergency Management; Abbie Knudsen, VM-3 student and organizer extraordinaire, and Catherine M. the Boone County Office of Emergency Management. The Boone County Vogelweid, DVM. Fire District provided storage space and logistical support at the storage site. Because of the efforts and coordination of these organizations, a shortage of pet food in Central Missouri was alleviated and assistance could be provided to citizens who were struggling to care of their pets during this unprecedented time.
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July 2020 11 MOVVC Workshop: Protecting Animal Agriculture-Getting
Ready for African Swine Fever outbreaks in U.S. Swine, Animal Disease Emergency Response, Certified Sampler Training, Swine Necropsy Training, PPE Hands-on Training. College of Veterinary Medicine Adams Conference Center, Columbia, MO. A day-long training workshop. Go to www.movma.org “Calendar of Events” for info and to register.
18 Virtual Equine Summer Program featuring equine ophthalmology by Dr.
Elizabeth Giuliano. Review of the complete ophthalmic exam; equine acquired corneal disease & treatment strategies; standing equine surgical procedures; how to get the most out of your equine referrals to your board-certified veterinary ophthalmologist. Visit movma.org calendar to register.
September 2020 25-27 9th Annual Missouri Veterinary Trail Ride & Continuing Education. Panther
Creek Campground & Horse Trails, Tuscumbia, Mo. Veterinarians and their horses get together for a weekend of C.E. and trail riding. Family and kid friendly. More information on the www.movma.org calendar. Call Panther Creek Trail Rides at 573793-2372 for reservations.
mark your January 21-24 MVMA Annual Convention 129th MVMA Annual Convention. Held at Holiday Inn Executive Center, Columbia, Mo. One-day registration available. Continuing education, exhibit hall, Awards Banquet, MVMA Drawing and Silent Auction. Watch for information to be included in the Fall issue of the Quarterly Magazine.
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COVID-19
Responding to Members’ Needs
It is news to no one that our veterinary profession, and your MVMA, scrambled in the last few months, along with the rest of society, figuring out how to deal with the COVID-19 pandemic. The accompanying graphics represent the results of two member surveys, conducted a month apart, April 15 and May 20, showing trends in veterinary practice over that period. MVMA responded to member needs, securing surgical masks from the State of Missouri, and setting up a statewide distribution system. The MVMA website’s COVID-19 page carries all the latest on the state of the profession as well as resources and other information. The themes below depict some examples in a long list of useful member communications issued in the last three months. • Essential Business Template • Wellbeing: Taking care of yourself • Apply for Payroll Protection: How and Where • What does practice look like in hot spots? • Practice tips in the COVID-19 environment • Defining essential service in Missouri, what it means to your practice • Tool for creating a menu of services in the pandemic environment • Tools for Curbside service • Now animals may be at risk of COVID-19, The Facts • A Missouri Veterinarians Guide to testing and treating COVID-19 in Animals • Protective Equipment and Drug Shortage Strategies • Current State of the Profession in Missouri. Survey: what are your colleagues doing? • COVID-19 Member Resource Page, and much more…
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Donations Being Accepted for AVMF Challenge Campaign The American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF)— the charitable arm of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)—on May 19th announced the launch of a COVID-19 Disaster Relief Grant program for veterinary technicians/nurses and veterinary assistants funded by donations totaling $200,000 from Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Zoetis and the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA). Many working in the veterinary profession have been affected by COVID-19 and are experiencing financial hardship. Through this grant program, eligible veterinary technicians/nurses and veterinary assistants may apply for a one-time $500 grant to help meet their immediate needs. “Veterinary technicians/nurses and veterinary assistants play such a critically important role as a part of the veterinary health care team,” said Dr. John de Jong, chair of the AVMF Board of Directors. “We are truly grateful to Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Zoetis and NAVTA for stepping up to help these dedicated professionals who may be facing financial hardship resulting from job losses, furloughs or reduced hours due to the pandemic.” Eligible applicants can learn more about how to apply for a grant by visiting AVMF.org/CovidRelief for more detailed information on the program.
Giving challenge: An opportunity to help Inspired by the generosity of Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Zoetis and NAVTA, the AVMF is launching a challenge giving campaign with the goal of raising an additional $200,000 to match the $200,000 already donated to help meet the needs of twice as many veterinary technicians/nurses and veterinary assistants impacted by COVID-19. Donations are being accepted at AVMF.org/Donate. In addition, the AVMF is accepting donations to its existing disaster relief grant programs to help meet the personal and professional needs of veterinarians and veterinary students impacted by disasters, including COVID-19. More information on these grants, and a link to donate, is available at www.avmf.org/programs/disaster-relief. 21
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Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health expanded its telemedicine offerings today to help veterinarians and pet owners care for animals at a time of social distancing and beyond. The PetPro Tele+™ platform provides an all-in-one telemedicine solution that people can access online for immediate use. It allows mobile-to-mobile appointments between veterinarians and pet owners who are limiting personal interaction to prevent the spread of the virus that causes COVID-19. PetPro Tele+ is a standalone, telemedicine version of PetPro Connect™, a digital ecosystem that Boehringer Ingelheim introduced in select U.S. markets in 2019. In March, as social distancing decreased in-person clinic visits, Boehringer Ingelheim made PetPro Connect available at no cost to veterinarians around the U.S. who need a solution that fully integrates with a practice management system. PetPro Tele+ is available in the United States at www.petproconnect.com/teleplus (link is external) and soon will be available for download on your preferred mobile device. Boehringer Ingelheim plans to introduce it soon in several other countries. Nxgen announced the merger with payment processor Payroc, and BluePay Processing, LLC. This transaction creates a full-service global merchant acquiring and payment facilitator powerhouse operating in 46 countries, while serving more than 55,000 merchants processing $23 billion in annual bankcard volume. MWI Animal Health announced today a series of technology tools that will enable veterinarian practices to virtually engage with their clients, which has become critically important as the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) spreads and social distancing measures are encouraged. The new offerings will enable enhanced, remote client communication, provide pet parents with peace of mind and help veterinarians remain focused on caring for their patients and improving health outcomes. ALLYDVM Two-Way Texting: During a time when social distancing is key, MWI will offer new and existing customers access to the ALLYDVM twoway texting feature at no cost for a limited time. Petriage Pet Telehealth Services: MWI will offer Petriage’s state-of-the-art telehealth platform to veterinarians and veterinary practices throughout North America. The unique platform enables veterinarians to communicate with clients and even treat household pets remotely. Pawprint: Through a collaboration with MWI, Pawprint will be made available to veterinarian practices across the U.S. to enable curbside operations. The touch-less check-in system allows clients to check-in remotely from their own device. For more information about MWI Animal Health and how to incorporate customer communications into your veterinary practice, please visit www. mwiah.com.
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Updates Regarding Feline Leukemia Virus and Shelter Medicine By Peggy Callow, DVM, MVMA Animal Welfare Chair
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istorically, cats that tested positive for feline leukemia virus (FeLV) were euthanized upon diagnosis, especially if they ended up in an animal shelter. Now progressive animal shelters are exploring the health, longevity, and adoptability of these cats. The animal shelter Austin Pets Alive! has been the most active, with revolutionary programs that started in 2011 in conjunction with the University of Florida and Dr. Julie Levy. New 2020 retrovirus guidelines have been published by The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP). Based on molecular methods, the possible outcomes of infection following FeLV exposure have been redefined. Outcomes of FeLV infection are now classified as abortive infection (comparable to the former ‘regressor cats’), regressive infection (comparable the former ‘latent infection’, with or without previous ‘transient viremia’) and progressive infection (comparable to the former ‘persistent viremia’). New research suggests that abortive infections could be more common in naturally infected cats. Cats with progressive infections have a poor immune response to the FeLV virus and typically die from FeLVassociated diseases within several years of infection. Cats with regressive infection have a robust immune response that contains the virus, but is unable to fully eliminate it. These are the cats that may test positive at one time and negative at another time on an ELISA. Since the virus is contained but not eliminated, viral shedding usually does not occur after the first antigenemic phase is over. The virus is integrated into the cat’s genome and they could test PCR positive. Reactivation of the virus may occur in regressively infected cats. These cats are at a lower risk of
developing FeLV-associated disease. Abortive infection happens when the FeLV is cleared by the cat’s immune system. These cats do not test positive on ELISA or PCR., but FELV antibodies will be present. Diagnosis of a positive retroviral infection in a cat should not be the sole reason for euthanasia. The public community is voicing a strong opinion that all healthy or manageable animals should be adopted from animal shelters. Many animal shelters and rescues are now knowingly adopting out retroviral positive cats and educating adopters on the disease. We’ve learned that most feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) positive cats can live a normal lifespan with proper care and management. We are now starting to see that most FeLV positive cats can live long, healthy, happy, lives. The challenge is determining how a cat’s immune system may respond to FeLV infection and how that response influences their lifespan. A single point of care test for FeLV antigen cannot determine which type of infection a cat has (abortive, progressive, or regressive) and how their immune system will respond. The Association of Shelter Veterinarians (ASV) and the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) recommend that cats should be tested for retrovirus when they are first acquired and during any severe illness. In house ELISA antigen testing on whole blood, serum, or plasma is very reliable. FeLV antigen tests should not be performed on saliva or tears, as sensitivity is low. Most cats will test positive within 30 days of exposure, but not all. Since a positive test will result in life long changes, additional testing is recommended especially for asymptomatic cats. It should be stated that most animal shelters cannot afford multiple screening tests on cats. (continued on page 26)
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QUICK TIP How is COVID-19 Affecting the Market? We are getting many calls with questions about COVID-19 and the impact it has on practice value, sales, and acquisitions. So, I thought I would take a few moments to share some thoughts. Practice Value: Currently, we are valuing most hospitals as of 12/31/19. Of course, these valuations are not affected by the COVID-19 situation, which presented itself in 2020. What will happen to practice values during 2020? It is simply too early to tell. If the effect on practice profit is short lived (a few months) it will likely be thrown out as an anomaly. If the effect becomes long-term, the value will change in accordance with the rise or decline of the hospital profit and the future risk of the cash flow stream. For Buyers: We continue to assist independent buyers in purchasing hospitals. I have some acquisitions that were in process prior to COVID-19 and are moving forward without issue. In other instances, we are running into situations where buyers arenʼt sure what they should pay for a hospital under the current circumstances. There is just too much unknown risk at this point, which is a valid concern. Financing: Many of the lenders are on pause for two reasons. • Their teams are completely consumed with processing PPP applications and they simply donʼt have the resources to address new hospital acquisitions. • The risk of revenue and profit generated from hospitals is an unknown. They are challenged internally with what risks they are willing and able to tolerate and what they can lend on. Sellers: In my experience, the corporate purchasers are still making strong offers and want to buy hospitals. It is business as usual for them. I also have seen a surge in inquiries from independent buyers. So, if you want to sell, give us a call! What is the future risk? Well, that is the magic question! We need more time to answer this accurately. If you have additional questions or concerns about how COVID-19 might be affecting the value of your practice or a potential sale or acquisition, give us a call! Weʼd be happy to talk with you!
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What does this mean in shelter medicine?
Increased information on retroviruses and testing, has led the shelter medicine community to consider if routine testing for all cats entering an animal shelter should either be discontinued or shifted to a targeted testing approach.
Why are shelters considering this option?
• We know that testing a large healthy population for any disease will lead to an increase in false positives. A false positive test for a cat will have drastic results in its length of stay or potentially fatal consequences. • Test results can be difficult to interpret. Negative results should be retested in 30 (FELV) to 60 days (FIV). Ideally all cats should be retested for retroviral diseases 60 days after exposure or the last test. Most cats entering an animal have no known history. FELV is a difficult disease and some positive cats will test negative at a later time, leading to discordant results. • All tests are not created equal, and no test is perfect. The Idexx SNAP has shown to have the highest level of sensitivity and specificity, but not all shelters can afford these tests. • Cost of the tests, supplies used, and staff time can be extensive. Not every shelter has staff experienced in drawing blood and test interpretation. If testing is halted or used in target populations, this would mean an increase in savings. Those savings could result in increased lives saved and spay/neuter operations. • Consequences of a false negative or false positive. A negative could give adopters a false sense of security. Shelters typically do not have staff with medical training available for every adoption to explain every test and result, though adopters should be sent home with all relevant paperwork. We know that adopters don’t always read all the information sent home with their new pet.
What does this mean to the general practitioner?
Animal shelters want to have a healthy working relationship with all veterinary clinics in their community, we all care deeply about animals and the human animal bond. Shelters will be looking for feline friendly veterinarians that are open to taking care of healthy positive cats after adoption. Private sector veterinarians should become more familiar with how to care for retroviral positive cats. 26
Many of these cats can live long, healthy, happy, lives with proper care. Positive cats may experience higher rates of dental disease, or respiratory infections. These diseases should be treated just as we would with any negative cat. Positive cats will require more aggressive start to treatment early in the course of disease, as opposed to a “watch and wait” approach. We don’t want to euthanize any positive cat that is currently healthy. Most of these cats will be healthy and treatable until end stages of the disease, and it will be readily apparent when it’s time to euthanize. It should be noted that FELV positive adult cats tend to have a longer life span than young kittens. Does stopping or switching to targeted testing place undue pressure on local veterinarians and adopters? This is a question that can only be answered by an individual animal shelter and community, as every shelter might different resources available or goals. A private practice veterinarian is better suited to explain what test results mean and retesting recommendations, but no one wants to learn of unexpected health concerns in a newly adopted family pet. Shelters do accept returns and issue refunds or exchanges, but that may not alleviate negative feelings. Adopters need to be informed if their new cat was not tested for retroviruses and that testing is recommended with their family veterinarian. At this time the Association of Shelter Veterinarians recommends retroviral testing for all cats being placed up for adoption, housed long term, or sent to foster. If your local animal shelter or rescue has been testing all cats and then suddenly stopped, please don’t assume it is an uneducated decision. We must keep the lines of communication open and know there are valid reasons that testing every cat in a shelter may not be in the best interest of the cats or the resources for that shelter. If you have questions or concerns don’t hesitate to contact the shelters veterinarian, executive director, or board of directors. Shelters are encouraged to discuss any testing changes with their local veterinary community. Virology is extremely fascinating and I expect we will continue to learn new and exciting things regarding retroviruses. Sources: 2020 AAFP Feline Retrovirus Guidelines
American Pets Alive! Monica Frenden and Natascha Hamman, webinar Don’t Fear FELV: Feline Leukemia as the next frontier of feline lifesaving UCDavis Koret Shelter Medicine Program: Why are some shelters no longer testing all cats for FeLV and FIV? Author: Dr. Erica Schumacher Seroprevalences of feline leukemia virus and feline immunodeficiency virus infection in cats in the United States and Canada and risk factors for seropositivity. Burling AN, Levy JK, Scott HM, Crandall MM, Tucker SJ, Wood EG, Foster JD. University of Florida, Maddie’s Shelter Medicine Program
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Missouri Department of Agriculture Issues Vesticular Stomatitis Emergency Rule 2 CSR 30-2.005 Vesicular Stomatitis Restrictions on Domestic and Exotic Ungulates (Hoofed Animals) Entering Missouri. The Director is amending section (1). PURPOSE: This amendment reflects current scientific research on Vesicular Stomatitis disease control. EMERGENCY STATEMENT: This emergency rule informs the public about new quarantine procedures for domestic or exotic ungulates originating from counties with Vesicular Stomatitis. Using current scientific research, the Animal Health Division wishes to better facilitate movement of domestic and exotic ungulates by applying updated and relevant movement regulations. A case of Vesicular Stomatitis was recently reported in the United States. As a result, the Animal Health Division finds a compelling governmental interest to facilitate commerce, which requires this emergency action to be implemented in the instance Vesicular Stomatitis is reported in other states. A proposed rule, which covers the same material, is published in this issue of the Missouri Register. The scope of this emergency rule is limited to the circumstances creating the emergency and complies with the protections extended in the Missouri and United States Constitutions. The Animal Health Division believes this emergency rule is fair to all interested persons and parties
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under the circumstances. A proposed amendment, which covers the same material, is published in this issue of the Missouri Register. The scope of this emergency amendment is limited to the circumstances creating the emergency and complies with the protection extended in the Missouri and United States Constitutions. The Department of Agriculture believes this emergency amendment is fair to all interested persons and parties under the circumstances. This emergency amendment was filed April 30, 2020, becomes effective May 15, 2020, and expires November 10, 2020. In addition to any other entry requirements, any domestic or exotic ungulate(s) (hoofed animal) originating from a [state] county affected with Vesicular Stomatitis, meaning a [state] county with a premises under quarantine for Vesicular Stomatitis, must meet the following requirements: (A) Any animal entering Missouri requiring a Certificate of Veterinary Inspection must have an entry permit issued by the Missouri Department of Agriculture, Division of Animal Health and the permit number shall be listed on the Certificate of Veterinary Inspection (B) The Certificate of Veterinary Inspection must be issued within seven (7) days prior to entering Missouri and must state that the animals listed are free of clinical signs of Vesicular Stomatitis and have not been exposed to Vesicular Stomatitis or located [within ten (10) miles of a] on a premises quarantined for Vesicular Stomatitis within the past [thirty (30)] fourteen (14) days. (C) These requirements shall remain in place until a quarantine release has been issued for all affected premises in the [state] county from which the animal originates.
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Veterinary Technology Programs Accredited by the AVMA CVTEA
Tech Notes from the MVTA Despite the fact that the MoVTA spring conference was cancelled due to COVID-19 restrictions, our board members have been working to ensure our members have access to the CE they need. You may find a list of online CE opportunities on our website at https://MOVTA.org. We are still planning to host our fall CE at Moberly Area Community College in Moberly on October 17, 2020 from 8am-3pm. This conference is FREE for our members, $40 for students and $70 for nonmembers. We will offer 5 hours of RACE approved CE to attendees. Preregistration is required and will open August 1. Please see our website or Facebook page for more information as we prepare for this fun day! Our membership runs from June 1-May 31 of each year. Please encourage your veterinary technicians to become members of their state association! Student membership is free! If you are a hospital manager and are interested in membership for all of your technical staff we do offer group memberships. Please find more information at https://movta.org/login/group-memberships or email us at membership@movta.org with any questions. Stephanie Gilliam, RVT, MS, CCRP, VTS Legislative Chair, MVTA 28
Crowder College 601 LaClede Avenue Neosho, MO 64850 417 -455-5772 Shawna Estep, RVT Director Associate of Applied Science Jefferson College 1000 Viking Dr. Hillsboro, MO 63050 636-942-3000 Dana Nevois, RVT Director Associate of Applied Science Maple Woods Community College Veterinary Technology Program 2601 NE Barry Rd. Kansas City, MO 64156 816-604-3235 Chris Morrow, DVM Director Associate of Applied Science Midwest Institute Veterinary Technology Program 2 Soccer Park Rd. Fenton, MO 63026 800-695-5550 Jeffery Vemmer DVM, Director Associate of Occupational Science
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Foundation Update 2020 Animal Archives
Pet of the Year
The Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation (MVMF) has announced the winner of the 2020 Animal Archives “Pet of the Year.” The Archives offers an internet-based memorial program devoted to departed pets. This year’s winner is “Louie,” a 18-year-old mixed breed cat owned by Sandy Perley of Columbia, Mo. His veterinarian was Terry Chapman, DVM, at Noah’s Ark Animal Hospital, Columbia, “Louie” 2020 Animal Archives MO. Pet of the Year. Louie was one of six nominees in this year’s competition. Nominees are chosen from the previous year’s submissions to the Archives. During 2019/2020, the public was invited to vote online for their favorite departed pet based on its life story and the bond between the pet and its owners. Over 900 votes were cast for the six candidates. An Honorable Mention goes to the other five Pet of the Year candidates: “Shasta”, “Mason”, “Lanie”, “Bailey” and “Skittles”. “Today my buddy Louie who has been with me for 15 years passed away at the age of 18. He had such a BIG personality and I loved him so much. He had his share of health issues being diagnosed with a rare form of Glaucoma 9 years ago and got eye drops every night, in March 2015 I discovered he was deaf after Goose died and recently high blood pressure with more meds. I took care of him with great care and he put up with it all! Through all the trials he lived his life to the fullest. I truly believe he knew how much I loved him, and I know he loved me back! He brought so much joy to my life. But for now, my heart is breaking, and I will miss his presence in my life each and every day. I LOVE YOU LOUIE.” Many thanks to Dr. Chapman and the staff at Noah’s Ark Animal Hospital for their care and concern for Louie over the years.
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Event Highlights from Your Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation
Highlights and Actions of the Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation Saturday, April 25, 2020 The Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation met Saturday, April 25, 2020 in a virtual online meeting. MINUTES: Attendees: Dr. Greg Popp Dr. Renny Buckaloo Dr. James Montgomery Dr. Ed Migneco Dr. Roger Dozier Dr. Scott Fray Dr. George Fischer Dr. Caitlin DeWilde Dr. Phil Brown Mr. Richard Antweiler Mrs. Julie Braun Ms. Lori Muhlenbruch Ms. Brette Henderson 1. The agenda was adopted. 2. The January meeting minutes were adopted. 3. Treasurer’s report and the budget for 2020-2021 was adopted. 4. The total income for the silent auction and live auction was $12,745.50. 5. The grant task force submitted a point system for the Foundation’s Grant Applications. 6. Julie Braun reported on a possible collaboration between the Foundation and the MVMA Animal Welfare Committee on providing Narcan Kits for law enforcement dogs. 7. Dr. Kenneth Knoernschild created his own handwritten formulary and that item was donated to the museum. 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 the Volunteer tab.
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ou can now honor a practice staff member or entire staff for their admirable life’s work. It’s easy! Simply contribute the minimum donation to honor the practice staff member(s) you choose. Go to www.mopetmemorial.com for more information on the nomination process or call 573-636-8737. The Honoree’s picture and name will be placed on the Practice Staff Honor Roll web page within the Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation’s website and in the Foundation’s Museum in Jefferson City.. They will also receive a recognition plaque or certificate at their induction ceremony at your clinic Sponsoring an outstanding practice staff member for the Practice Staff Honor Roll is a special way to support the Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation and its programs and at the same time show your appreciation for a special practice staff member(s). Your donation is 100% tax deductible.
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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 adminis- tered. • 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 administra- tion 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 vac- cinations 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 administer- ed; • 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 Form, and other materials are available. 34
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Closing Dates: February 10, May 15, August 15, October 5 Veterinarians Wanted Full or Part time Veterinarian. Cape Small Animal Clinic and Bootheel Animal Clinic (of Sikeston) are looking for a full-time or part-time veterinarian. Join our team of three experienced veterinarians and highly-skilled vet assistants. “Everyone leaves our clinics happier than when they came in.” That’s our motto at Cape Small Animal Clinic and Bootheel Animal Clinic of Sikeston. From our team’s well-being to our clients, our energetic veterinarians care. Our busy practices need a full or part-time veterinarian. In-house lab, digital radiographs, ultrasound, membership dues, retirement plan, CE, benefits, competitive salary. Visit our Facebook and Instagram. Spend a day with us to see if this is your opportunity to practice excellent medicine and have fun! New grads welcome. Vets in search of parttime work also welcome. Email resume and inquiries to Dr. Brian Heuring at bkhdvm@ hotmail.com or call him directly: (618) 6971813. You may also call or send resume to: Cape Small Animal Clinic, c/o Dr. Brian Heuring, 210 Christine St., Cape Girardeau, MO 63703 Dynamic Veterinarian needed for small animal clinic in south Kansas City. 30-40 hours a week, no weekends, no emergency call. We offer our clients the highest level of customer service and excellent quality medicine for their pets. Salary is base plus commission. Vacation days and health insurance provided. Excellent clients and staff in a relaxed atmosphere in growing part of KC. Ownership opportunities exist for the right candidate. Send your resume or CV to mcah@mcahvet.net along with any information about yourself. We look forward to meeting you! 35
Associate Veterinarian wanted at Osage Animal Hospital in Osage Beach, MO. We are a 2-doctor small animal private practice. Our motto is “ Modern Medicine.... Down Home Care”. We have been in practice since 1986 and our new animal hospital was professionally designed/ built in 2010 to help us practice high quality comprehensive medicine. It has Great Equipment and lots of space. We are looking to add a full-time associate and we would be willing to explore the possible fit of part-time hours. We have experience mentoring new graduates. There are plenty of interesting cases to provide a fulfilling professional career and experienced support staff to work with. We offer: Competitive Salary, Generous Benefits Package with IRA, Shared Emergency Duties and Enjoyable Schedule. The Lake of the Ozarks is a unique area to live, work, and play. Come spend some time with us and see what we have to offer. Contact Lori- Practice Manager for more information and to set up interview. 573348-1788. 835 Hwy 42, Osage Beach, MO 65065 Associate Veterinarian -10K Signing Bonus Join our busy 4-1/2 doctors in a high volume practice located in St. Joseph, MO. This 10,000 square foot facility is equipped with digital x-ray, ultrasound, in-house lab, laser therapy and more. Work a 4-1/2 day work week with the flexibility to practice medicine your way! Signing bonus commensurate on experience. Paid time off, reimbursement for CE, discounted pet care, and 401K are just a few other perks.If you would like to discuss joining our team, contact Dr. Randall Schildknecht or Kristi at the clinic (816)364-1089 or e-mail us at twinpines@live.com
Full-time associate wanted for established and growing, AAHA certified practice in southwest Missouri. Fear Free, client-oriented medicine and surgery with advance diagnostic tools including ultrasound & digital dental radiography. No after hour emergency. Salary commensurate with experience. New graduates considered. Benefits include medical and liability insurance, professional dues, continuing education, vacation and retirement plan. Dr. Edward Caldwell, 2850 S. Ingram Mill Road. Springfield, Missouri. 65804. Call 417-889-2727 or FAX 417-889-5456 or email drned@ deerfieldvet.com Best Friends Animal Hospital in Ozark, MO is seeking a full-time associate veterinarian for our small animal practice. We have a variety of clientele and practice in a laid-back environment. We have a newer, spacious facility with 4 exam rooms and are equipped with modern diagnostics and equipment. Work schedule will be rotational with other doctors but will average about 4 days per week. Compensation package based on experience. New graduates are welcome. Please contact Dr. Sean Hufham by emailing shufhamdvm@bestfriendsozark.com or calling 417-849-8618. Crain Veterinary Center, a small animal, full-service practice East of Kansas City, is seeking a full-time associate DVM. We are also offering a paid, full-time internship for new graduates. We serve a growing community with five full-time veterinarians and a wonderful staff. Our technicians and staff allow our doctors to focus on being doctors and not techs by assisting with appointments, procedures and surgery. If you’re looking for an opportunity to be a part of something great, Crain Veterinary Center
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is the place for you! We will provide you with the chance to experience a wide variety of medical and surgical cases with support from your other colleagues. A teamoriented approach to veterinary medicine is something we truly value. We want to help make new graduate’s transition from school to career as smooth as possible. We are looking for an individual who is driven and willing to learn anything from internal medicine to a wide range of surgical procedures. Benefits include competitive salary, 401K, paid licensing dues, paid vacations, CE credits, NO overnight or on-call emergencies, etc,. Please call 816-229-1147 with any questions, in-person and phone interviews are available. Seeking a part time/relief veterinarian for mixed animal practice in South Central Missouri. Primarily for small animal medicine, willingness to perform surgery and work with Bovine and Equine patients would be preferred. Need to work 2 days per week with fill in for vacation by owners. No emergency duty, no weekends, flexible hours and housing available if needed. Modern clinic with digital radiograph, ultrasound, in house lab services, excellent support staff, small animal surgery, treatment room, kennel, isolation, 3 exam rooms, bovine and equine haul in facilities with hospitalization. Compensation negotiable based on skills, experience and availability. Contact Whetstone Veterinary Service at (417)926-6277, email whetstonevet@gmail.com or Contact Dr. David Gourley (417)259-0664. Veterinarian I Position: Missouri’s Animal Care Facility Program regulates breeders, dealers, boarders, shelters and pet stores to ensure that they meet state standards regarding feed, water, shelter, veterinary care, building maintenance, socialization, identification and recordkeeping requirements. Our program is looking for a Veterinarian I in the Southwest area of Missouri. Applicant must reside in Greene, Polk, Dallas or Webster counties or be willing to relocate. This is a field and administrative veterinary position. ANNUAL SALARY: $66,672. Apply at https://mocareers.mo.gov/hiretrue/ mo/agriculture/index.html. Tired of corporate telling you how to be a doctor, then look no further. Full time associate and part time associate needed for busy 5 doctor practice located about 36
25 minutes south of St. Louis. We are a very progressive practice and have all the bells and whistles, (blood analyzing equipment, digital x-ray, digital dental x-ray, laser therapy, laser surgery, ultrasound, and we just added PRP). We just expanded our facility for three more exam rooms, bringing us up to 7. Our facility is small animal only. Our staff is nice and the environment is extremely laid back but with a top notch level of care. We have all the surroundings you will find in the larger cities. We offer a VERY competitive salary, 401k, insurance and much more. There are no emergency hours and all holidays off. Please contact Dr. Butch Jones from Jones Animal Health Clinic. Our phone number is 636-9379000. You may also e-mail at jahc.clinic@ yahoo.com. Rural mixed animal practice seeking part time, relief, or full time Associate Veterinarian. Located near The Beautiful Lake of the Ozarks, our practice has a wide variety of clientele. Clinic is equipped with digital radiology, Abaxis inhouse lab, easi-scan ultrasound, and a dental unit with drill. Part time or relief work would be needed for routine vaccinations, surgeries, and exams. Send resume with references or email any questions to chapmanclinic@att.net. The Plattsburg Animal Clinic of Plattsburg, MO has an immediate opening for a full or part time companion animal associate. We are in close proximity to Kansas City and St. Joseph and located in small rural/suburban community. Our goal is to provide quality compassionate service. The work schedule is 4 days a week and rotating half days on Saturday. Excellent support staff. The right individual could receive a signing bonus. Additional Salary Information: Benefits include State and BNDD licences, liability insurance, retirement plan, medical insurance, paid vacation and CE. If living in or commuting to this setting seems appealing, contact Paul B. Terry, DVM at 816-930-2629 during the day or 816-930-2566 evenings or email pterry@animalclinicpc.com Mixed Animal Veterinarian: Williams Veterinary Service of Mountain Grove, Missouri is seeking a mixed animal veterinarian for its busy mixed animal practice in scenic southern Missouri, an area well known for excellent fishing, hunting, floating, hiking and a variety of outdoor activities. Practice is
currently 75% food animal including beef, dairy, swine, and small ruminants. The remaining 25% includes equine, companion animal, and some exotics. We would like to grow our services toward our new veterinarian’s interests. The clinic building was completed in April of 2019 and currently offers in-house diagnostic blood work, ultrasound, and gas anesthesia. Digital radiography will be coming in the summer of 2020. Williams Veterinary Service is located within 60 minutes of Springfield, Missouri. Applicants should be self motivated, hard working, willing to work with a variety of animals and clients, confident working alone and as a team player. Experience is not required, future partnership is an option and a mobile veterinary truck is provided. We are excited to add a veterinarian to our growing practice! Please send resume to bridgetw4@gmail.com , if you have any questions call or text Dr. Williams at (417) 349-0224. Here is a great opportunity to join a 7-doctor practice, come grow with us and work at the 2019 #1 Best Voted Veterinary Hospital in Kansas City! Eagle Animal Hospital is expanding in Kansas City and looking to add a part-time and full-time experienced veterinarian. We strive to offer the best customer experience possible, with 75 years of service to our community in Kansas City northland, we have an established clientele in place and is rapidly growing. Newly upgraded equipment which includes Laparoscopy, Ultrasound and CT Scanner along with a great support staff make for a superior work environment. Great benefits and competitive pay available. Check out our website at www.eagleanimalhospital. com. Please send resume to eaglevet4@ yahoo.com. Hannibal Veterinary Clinic in Hannibal, Missouri is seeking an enthusiastic full time veterinarian to join our growing practice. We are looking for a caring veterinarian, who is motivated with good communication skills and a desire to practice quality medicine. Candidate must be interested in all aspects of a small animal practice. Large animal interest would be a plus, but not required. The clinic has been in practice for 33 years and has an established clientele and great staff. Our practice is equipped with its own surgery suite, digital x-ray,
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avimark software, and abaxis in house lab. Please contact LeAnn Welch at 573-2210915 or email at hannibalveterinaryclinic@ yahoo.com. Seeking a part time veterinarian in the North Kansas City area at Animal Clinic of the Woodlands. Days are flexible. Our staff is fun and energetic and our clients are very caring and compliant. The clinic has brand new IDEXX equipment, brand new portable ultrasound, digital xrays, laser therapy, hydrotherapy and much more. Please email resume to llrmrb@gmail.com or call 8168536589 for more information. The Plattsburg Animal Clinic of Plattsburg, MO has an immediate opening for a full or part time companion animal associate. We are in close proximity to Kansas City and St. Joseph and located in small rural/suburban community. Our goal is to provide quality compassionate service. The work schedule is 4 days a week and rotating half days on Saturday. Excellent support staff. The right individual could receive a signing bonus. If living in or commuting to this setting seems appealing, contact Paul B. Terry, DVM at 816-930-2629 during the day or 816-9302566 evenings or email pterry@animalclinicpc.com. Good people skills, desire to establish long term client relationships and provide quality medicine and surgery. Additional Salary Information: Benefits include State and BNDD licences, liability insurance, retirement plan, medical insurance, paid vacation and CE
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Veterinary Technicians and Practice Staff Wanted Looking for a registered veterinary technician or a highly skilled (> 5 years experience) veterinary assistant to help our growing small animal veterinary hospital in South Kansas City. Competitive pay based on experience and responsibilities along with paid vacation and health insurance. 30-40 hours a week, no weekends and no emergency call! We offer our clients the highest level of customer service and excellent medicine in a relaxed and fun environ-
ment. Come join our team! Send your resume and any important information about you to mcah@mcahvet.net. Come join the family! Heritage Veterinary Hospital is seeking a Veterinary Technician to join our team. We are an AAHA hospital in St. Louis County. Benefits include: 35-40 hours per week. Paid Time Off/Holidays. Health Insurance/Retirement Plan. Uniform allowance. Continuing Education/Dues/ Licensing stipend. E-mail your resume to: webmail@heritageveterinary.com. Please check out our facebook and website (heritageveterinary.com) as well. Our hospital is a place to grow as a person and veterinary professional. We are truly a family and would love to have you join it! Small animal practice in Columbia is looking for a highly motivated full-time veterinary technician. At least 2 years’ experience preferred and must be a self-starter. This individual will be involved in, but not limited to anesthetic monitoring, pre and post-surgical care, general nursing care, performing laboratory tests (basic and inhouse Idexx), animal restraint, radiology and much more. Predominantly daytime hours Monday thru Friday, some Saturdays & weekends. We are a fast-paced hospital featuring state of the art equipment and able to offer 401K retirement, & health insurance. Please email resume to patrick@ hortonne.com. For more information about our hospital visit www.hortonne.com. Part Time Veterinary Technician needed for a busy 4 doctor small animal practice in Columbia Missouri. We have in-house diagnostics, digital and dental radiography, computerized medical records and ultrasound. Duties include running in house lab work, catheter placement, drawing blood samples, administering medications, and monitoring anesthesia during surgeries. We practice high quality veterinary medicine in a friendly and fun work environment. Offering a competitive salary based on experience. Please bring your resume by the clinic at 2504 W Worley St Columbia MO or call the clinic at 573-445-3000 for additional information. Full time Veterinary Technician needed for a busy 4 doctor small animal practice in Columbia Missouri. We have in-house diagnostics, digital and dental radiography,
computerized medical records and ultrasound. Duties include running in house lab work, catheter placement, drawing blood samples, administering medications, and monitoring anesthesia during surgeries. We practice high quality veterinary medicine in a friendly and fun work environment. Offering health insurance, paid vacation, and a competitive salary based on experience. Please bring resumes by the clinic at 2504 W Worley St Columbia MO 65203 or you can call the clinic for more details at 573445-3000.
Relief Veterinarian Wanted Seeking a part time/relief veterinarian for mixed animal practice in South Central Missouri. Primarily for small animal medicine, willingness to perform surgery and work with Bovine and Equine patients would be preferred. Need to work 2 days per week with fill in for vacation by owners. No emergency duty, no weekends, flexible hours and housing available if needed. Modern clinic with digital radiograph, ultrasound, in house lab services, excellent support staff, small animal surgery, treatment room, kennel, isolation, 3 exam rooms, bovine and equine haul in facilities with hospitalization. Compensation negotiable based on skills, experience and availability. Contact Whetstone Veterinary Service at (417)926-6277, email whetstonevet@gmail.com or Contact Dr. David Gourley (417)259-0664.
Relief Veterinarian Services Relief Veterinarian: Experienced. Past practice owner. 4 years experience as relief. I understand the importance of keeping your practice running smoothly and profitable. Dennis Johnson, vetdocone@gmail. com, 217-725-8939. Lake of the Ozarks. Available anywhere in Missouri. Relief Veterinarian Available: Small animal medicine and surgery relief veterinary available. 16+ years of experience with general small animal internship completed at Tufts University post-graduation. Committed to providing the best care for your clients and patients while you are away or when you have a need for an additional veterinarian. Contact: Felicia Leung, fifivet@gmail.com, (913) 738-9688. Serving Kansas City and surrounding areas Veterinary Relief Service web site: www.vetreliefservice.com (continued next page.)
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Businesses For Sale/Lease Small animal practice with Real Estate. Located in Independence, MO. Owner motivated for a quick sale. Please contact Dave Davenport with Total Practice Solutions Group at 816-804-2861 or dave@ tpsgsales.com for more information and reference Listing ID: MO 062720. Visit www.TotalPracticeSolutionsGroup.com for additional listings. DVM small animal practice with Real Estate located in Kansas City. Plenty of room for growth. Owner wishing to relocate. Please contact Dave Davenport with Total Practice Solutions Group at 816-804-2861 or dave@tpsgsales.com for more information and reference Listing ID: MO 122920. Visit www.TotalPracticeSolutionsGroup. com for additional listings. Rural southern Missouri practice with 80% small animal. Priced at $250,000 with Real Estate for a quick sale. Financing available. Please contact Dave Davenport with Total Practice Solutions Group at 816-804-2861 or dave@tpsgsales.com for more information and reference Listing ID: MO 021020. Visit www.TotalPracticeSolutionsGroup. com for additional listings. Kansas City, MO - Well-established one doctor practice in Raytown, MO with Real Estate. The practice is in a great location with tremendous traffic flow. Owner retiring. Priced to sell! Please contact Dave Davenport with Total Practice Solutions Group at 816-804-2861 or dave@tpsgsales.com for more information and reference Listing ID: MO 082820. Visit www. TotalPracticeSolutionsGroup.com for additional listings. St. Joseph, MO - DVM small animal clinic with Real Estate grossing over $600k. Lots of potential. Plenty of room for growth. Please contact Dave Davenport with Total Practice Solutions Group at 816-804-2861 or dave@tpsgsales.com for more information and reference Listing ID: MO 013121. Visit www.TotalPracticeSolutionsGroup. com for additional listings. This is a fantastic opportunity to own your own hospital in the Springfield, MO area. This 1 DVM, small animal practice is producing nearly $600K in revenue, is financially healthy, nicely equipped, and 38
in leased space. The area is experiencing tremendous growth which equals potential for this hospital. Don’t miss this chance to live & work in a gorgeous area. Contact Simmons@SimmonsMidwest.com 877322-6465 Here is a fantastic opportunity to own a highly profitable, solo doctor, small animal practice in a great location in central Missouri. The building consists of about 3,200 sf of indoor space and is very well equipped. Step right in and start reaping the rewards of ownership on day one. Practice and real estate are for sale. Contact us today! Contact Simmons@SimmonsMidwest.com 877-322-6465 Looking for access to city life while still enjoying quiet country living? Just south of St. Louis, this practice is an excellent opportunity. Financially healthy, 2 doctor, small animal clinic. Facility is well equipped ~2000sf with 3 exam rooms. Don’t miss this opportunity to escape the busyness of the big city yet be just a short drive away to enjoy it when you want to. Contact Simmons@ SimmonsMidwest.com Ph. 877-322-6465.
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Families, friends, clients and colleagues can now honor a veterinarian for their admirable life’s work. It’s easy! Contact a few other interested persons to honor the veterinarian of your choice. If you like, the MVMF office can help you with a letter writing campaign. Or you may simply wish to contribute the $500.00 minimum donation to honor the veterinarian you choose. Call 573-636-8737 for information. The Honoree’s picture and name will be placed on the Veterinary Honor Roll display in the MVMF’s Veterinary Museum. They receive a recognition plaque at an induction ceremony at the Foundation’s Museum, and their biography will be archived in the museum’s historical records. Sponsoring an outstanding veterinarian to the Veterinary Honor Roll is a special way to support the Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation and its programs and at the same time show your appreciation for a special veterinarian. Your donation is 100% tax deductible. The nominee must meet these guidelines: 1) Has held a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree for at least 10 years. 2) Is an MVMA member or has held appropriate membership throughout their career. 3) Has demonstrated leadership in their community and/or profession. 4) Must be sponsored by a current MVMA member. 5) Any nomination is subject to approval by the MVMF MISSOURI VETERINARY MEDICAL FOUN board. In extraordinary circumstances, the board may 2500 Country Club Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65109 suspend aspects of these guidelines. 573-636-8737 • mvma@movma.org • www.movma.org
