A virtual Vets-to-Vet-School chat was held on February 15. More than 50 students joined WVMA Executive Board members.Throughout the evening, students heard from Board members on personal experiences in their clinics and took part in games for a chance to win AirPods,...
WVMA News
VPAP: It’s Like Google, Only With Real People Who Do the Work
By Jo-ell Carson, Executive Director, Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association After working in several different industries, I feel fortunate to have used many programs similar to the Veterinary Professional Assistance Program (VPAP). While these programs...
WVMF Awards Grants to Five Non-Profit Organizations
By Jodi Legge, Executive Director, Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Foundation The Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Foundation (WVMF) awarded grants to five Wisconsin-based organizations in December. The WVMF funds organizations and initiatives that enhance the...
WVMF Awards Grants to Got Your Six K9s and Heaven’s Helpers
By Jodi Legge, Executive Director, Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Foundation The Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Foundation (WVMF) awarded a $2,500 grant to Got Your Six K9s and a $700 grant to Heaven’s Helpers Food Pantry & Soup Kitchen,...
Members Elected to WVMA Executive Board
District 3 – Kolby McIntyre, DVM Dr. Kolby McIntyre is a 2015 graduate of the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine. He practices at Waupun Veterinary Service, a large animal practice. His focus is largely on milk quality and...
WVMA Rolls Out On-Demand CE Platform
New this year, WVMA continuing education (CE) webinars are available for on-demand viewing. This means you pick the time that is most convenient for you. Each month, you will have a new course consisting of four pre-recorded webinars that can be...
50-Year Membership Award Recipients Named
The WVMA is pleased to recognize eight members who attained 50 years of continuous membership with the WVMA in 2020. They include: Richard Burchinal, DVM – Dr. Burchinal is a 1964 graduate of the Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary...
Dr. Alan Holter Appointed to Veterinary Examining Board
Alan Holter, DVM, of Dodgeville, was appointed to a four-year term on the Wisconsin Veterinary Examining Board (VEB) by Governor Tony Evers. His term will begin January 1, 2021, pending approval by the Legislature. “I am looking forward to this appointment and...
Jo-ell Carson Named WVMA Executive Director
The Wisconsin Veterinary Medical Association (WVMA) has selected Jo-ell Carson as its executive director. “I am eager to connect with the wonderful people of the WVMA,” says Carson. “I have the utmost respect for the veterinary profession and how it influences...
Dr. Tom Bach Assumes Role of WVMA President
Tom Bach, DVM, assumed the role of president during the WVMA’s annual meeting on October 22. A 1994 graduate of the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Bach works at Lakeview Veterinary Clinic in Madison....