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Colorado’s New Veterinary Professional Associate Role Finalized—But Not Without Controversy
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Colorado’s New Veterinary Professional Associate Role Finalized—But Not Without Controversy

Colorado has finalized the curriculum for its newly created Veterinary Professional Associate (VPA) position, a groundbreaking role aimed at addressing the national shortage of veterinarians. However, despite its approval by voters in 2024, the position has sparked widespread opposition from veterinary professionals who question the adequacy of its training and its potential impact on animal care.

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Exploring Colorado’s Proposition 129 (2024): Insights from Mark Cushing on a New Role in Veterinary Medicine
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Exploring Colorado’s Proposition 129 (2024): Insights from Mark Cushing on a New Role in Veterinary Medicine

In less than one week, Colorado voters will weigh in on Proposition 129, a proposal to amend the Colorado Revised Statutes to create a new professional designation within veterinary medicine. Known as the “Veterinary Professional Associate” (VPA), this new role would introduce a structured pathway for individuals with a master’s degree to contribute to veterinary care under the supervision of a licensed veterinaria

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