Hometown Veterinary Partners Names Dr. Cheryl Brocki as CVO: A Game-Changer for the Future of Veterinary Care
Hometown Veterinary Partners has announced the appointment of Dr. Cheryl Brocki as its new Chief Veterinary Officer (CVO). Known for her dedication to advancing veterinary care and empowering veterinary professionals, Dr. Brocki brings extensive experience in mentorship, operational leadership, and building strong, supportive veterinary communities.
Veterinary Charity Opens State-of-the-Art Training Centre in Thailand to Benefit Global Veterinary Care
In an exciting development for the veterinary world, the international charity Worldwide Veterinary Service (WVS) has launched a cutting-edge veterinary training centre in Chiang Mai, Thailand. This new facility is designed to meet the growing demand for high-quality veterinary training in South East Asia and beyond, while simultaneously enhancing animal welfare through expert care.
From Island Dreams to Cutting-Edge Surgery: Meet the Caribbean Visionary Leading SAVMA and Revolutionizing Equine Medicine
Imagine growing up on the serene shores of Tortola, a picturesque island in the British Virgin Islands, with big dreams of making waves in veterinary surgery. That’s the inspiring story of Kyle Jorel Frett, a second-year veterinary student at Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine. Today, as the President of the Student American Veterinary Medical Association (SAVMA), Kyle's journey is about more than ambition; it's about transforming the future of veterinary medicine, all while staying true to his passion for equine surgery.
Bipartisan Push to Tackle Rural Veterinarian Shortage
U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) has joined a bipartisan coalition reintroducing the Rural Veterinary Workforce Act (S.1163), a critical measure to combat the worsening shortage of veterinarians in rural America.
More Than 99% of U.S. Dogs Have a Behavior Problem, Texas A&M Researcher Finds
A recent study led by Dr. Bonnie Beaver at Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) reveals that over 99% of dogs in the United States exhibit behavior problems, highlighting the importance of awareness and training for dog owners. While many of these issues are seen as minor or not worth addressing by owners, the study emphasizes that these behaviors are common and should not be ignored.
FDA lays off bird flu leadership, among steep cuts to senior veterinarians
The Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) has seen a significant loss of senior leadership and key personnel, including those responsible for managing the response to the ongoing highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) crisis in animals. These cuts are part of a broader reorganization of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) ordered by Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The move has raised concerns within the veterinary community regarding the nation's ability to monitor and respond effectively to emerging animal health threats.