Support the IVMA Foundation in 2019 with $19

IVMA UPDATE February 2019Volume 27 | 02

“Providing a vision and voice through continuing education, publications, legislative and social activities to enhance the veterinary profession, improve animal well-being and defend public health.”

P5 Winter Conference Speaker Spotlight P13 Bring Back Inactive Clients P14 FAQ on Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis

The future of the veterinary profession can be seen studying in the library, learning in classrooms and treating animals in clinics at Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine (ISU CVM). These students are the next generation of veterinarians and leaders in our profession. They are the men and women who will be taking over veterinary clinics as the current generation looks forward to passing the torch and enjoying retirement.

Student debt has exploded in just one generation and has become an increasing threat to the veterinary profession. Last year’s veterinary school graduates walked across the stage at graduation with more than 8 times1 the debt than students did in 1983. According to the 2017 AVMA & AAVMC Report on The Market for Veterinary Education2, the mean debt in 2016 for new veterinarians was $159,064. Over the last 16 years, DVM degree debt of all veterinary students has been increasing at about $5,400 per year.

The Iowa Veterinary Medical Association Foundation is the IVMA’s charitable arm that was developed to promote the veterinary profession and recruit future leaders by helping to relieve some of the

financial burden veterinary students acquire as they prepare for a career as a veterinarian.

20 Years of ScholarshipsThe year 2019 marks the 20th year IVMA Foundation has been awarding scholarships to ISU CVM students. By the end of 2019, 275 scholarships worth $434,000 will have been awarded to deserving veterinary medical students.

The IVMA Foundation is supported through donations from IVMA members and Foundation Fellows, memorial gifts, scholarships set up by IVMA members, and scholarships created by IVMA sponsors. Through this generous support, the IVMA has been able to increase the number and amount of scholarships from just $2,000 in 1999 to an all-time high of $66,000 in 2017.

Support the IVMA Foundation in 2019 with $19The future of the veterinary profession can be seen studying in the library, learning in classrooms and treating animals in clinics at Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine (ISU CVM). These students

are the next generation of veterinarians and leaders in our profession. They are the men and women who will be taking over veterinary clinics as the current generation looks forward to passing the torch and enjoying retirement. Student debt has become an increasing threat to the veterinary profession that has exploded in just one generation. Last year’s veterinary

school graduates walked across the stage at graduation with more than 8 times1 the

debt than students did in 1983. According to the 2017 AVMA & AAVMC Report on The

Market for Veterinary Education2, the mean debt in 2016 for new veterinarians was

$159,064. Over the last 16 years, DVM degree debt of all veterinary students has been

increasing at about $5,400 per year. The Iowa Veterinary Medical Association Foundation is the IVMA’s charitable arm that

was developed to promote the veterinary profession and recruit future leaders by

helping to relieve some of the financial burden veterinary students acquire as they

prepare for a career as a veterinarian. 20 Years of ScholarshipsThe year 2019 marks the 20th year IVMA Foundation has been awarding scholarships to

ISU CVM students. By the end of 2019, 275 scholarships worth $434,000 will have

been awarded to deserving veterinary medical students.

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2019 Iowa VeterinaryMedical Association

1605 N. Ankeny Blvd., Suite 110Ankeny, IA 50023-4163

(515) 965-9237(800) 369-9564

Fax: (515) 965-9239E-mail: ivma@iowavma.org

Website: www.iowavma.org

IVMA UPDATE is publishly and distributed free to IVMA members.

OFFICERSPresident

Dr. Randy Ackman, Cedar Rapids

President - ElectDr. Amanda Fales-Williams, Ames

Vice PresidentDr. Jim Berger, Walcott

Past PresidentDr. Kylee Thomas, Ottumwa

STAFFExecutive Director

Dr. Randy Wheeler, Ankeny

Executive AssistantCyndy Bolsenga, Grimes

Communications SpecialistTeresa Farrell, Ankeny

Administrative Assistant Tracy Grodnitzky, Ames

EXECUTIVE BOARDDist 1: Dr. Andrew Van Roekel, Rock Valley

Dist 2: Dr. Mark Rees, Spencer

Dist 3: Dr. Nathan Bye, Osage

Dist 4: Dr. Bruce Tabke, Marcus

Dist 5: Dr. Vincent Collison, Lake City

Dist 6: Dr. Elizabeth Holland, Adel

Dist 7: Dr. Zach Vosburg, Hampton

Dist 8: Dr. Ryan Royer, Elkader

Dist 9: Dr. Shawn Nicholson, Stuart

Dist 10: Dr. Brenda Bright, Story City

Dist 10: Dr. Kristen Obbink, Ames

Dist 11: Dr. Joel Loomis, Grinnell

Dist 12: Dr. Mike Anderson, Cedar Rapids

Dist 13: Dr. Michael Slattery, Maquoketa

Dist 14: Dr. Melissa Beyer, Des Moines

Dist 14: Dr. Ashley Williams, Ankeny

Dist 15: Dr. Leon Larson, West Liberty

Dist 16: Dr. Wayne Rychnovsky, Corning

Dist 17: Dr. Jerry Katzer, Creston

Dist 18: Dr. Christopher Groos, Norwalk

Dist 19: Dr. Leah Thies, Ottumwa

Dist 20: Dr. Louise Marcoux Fuller, Keokuk

AVMA Delegate: Dr. Jodie Pettit, Audubon

AVMA Alternate Delegate: Dr. Bill Williams, Ames

Emerging Leaders Liaison to the Executive Board: Dr. Amanda Steffen, Ames

Dr. Tara Miller, Marion

CalendarFEBRUARY

MARCH

4 Advanced Calving Clinic, Maquoketa High School Ag Building, Maquoketa, 9:30 am -2:00 pm. Visit iowabeefcenter.org for more information and to register. No charge for clinic.

4 Advanced Calving Clinic, Heartland Acres Event Center, Independence; 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm. Visit iowabeefcenter.org for more information and to register. No charge for clinic.

7 Foreign Animal Disease Preparedness: What to Expect and How to Prepare; Free, Interactive Workshop sponsored by IDALS and Center of Food Security and Public Health, ISU. Washington, IA. Registration: Available online at https://goo.gl/forms/a3xWaYE6o5QOECrV2. For more information email fad@IowaAgriculture.gov or call 515-281-5321.

12 Foreign Animal Disease Preparedness: What to Expect and How to Prepare; Free, Interactive Workshop sponsored by IDALS and Center of Food Security and Public Health, ISU. Ames, IA Registration: Available online at https://goo.gl/forms/a3xWaYE6o5QOECrV2. For more information email fad@IowaAgriculture.gov or call 515-281-5321.

13-14 IVMA Winter Conference, Prairie Meadows Convention Center, Altoona; Visit www.iowavma.org for more information or to register

26 Foreign Animal Disease Preparedness: What to Expect and How to Prepare; Free, Interactive Workshop sponsored by IDALS and Center of Food Security and Public Health, ISU. Nashua, IA Registration: Available online at https://goo.gl/forms/a3xWaYE6o5QOECrV2. For more information email fad@IowaAgriculture.gov or call 515-281-5321.

27 IVMA Legislative Day, Iowa State Capitol, Des Moines; Visit www\\ iowavma.org for more information or to register

5 Foreign Animal Disease Preparedness: What to Expect and How to Prepare; Free, Interactive Workshop sponsored by IDALS and Center of Food Security and Public Health, ISU. Sioux Center, IA Registration:\ Available online at https://goo.gl/forms/a3xWaYE6o5QOECrV2. For more information email fad@IowaAgriculture.gov or call 515-281-5321.

12 Foreign Animal Disease Preparedness: What to Expect and How to Prepare; Free, Interactive Workshop sponsored by IDALS and Center of Food Security and Public Health, ISU. Carroll, IA. Registration: Available online at https://goo.gl/forms/a3xWaYE6o5QOECrV2. For more information email fad@IowaAgriculture.gov or call 515-281-5321.

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Welcome to February! PRESIDENT’SC O L U M N

I recently returned from the AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference in Chicago with several other members of the IVMA. It was an excellent opportunity to meet with other veterinary associations from across North America. It also allowed me to get to know several of our very own Power of Ten Leadership (POTL) members. Remarkable individuals with so much potential.

This conference offered numerous discussions and workshops on leadership. “How to Release the Inner Leader in One’s Self” and “How to Develop Leadership in Others”, were just a few of the topics. In Drew Dudley’s keynote address we learned how each of us should have our own leadership philosophy and incorporate it into our day-to-day lives. A few things caught my ear but one that was so simple and straightforward was - when confronted with a situation and you don’t know what to do, simply ask yourself “What would the person I want to be do in this situation?” I think this is so important in our day-to-day lives. We need to let our actions and behaviors show the type of leader, mentor, boss, etc. we all strive to be.

Secondly, I learned about the Zeigarnik Effect. This states that unresolved tasks or projects are a source of mental tension and can actually give us a sense of discomfort, by staying at the forefront of our minds. They then tend to disappear upon completion of the task. We can use the Zeigarnik Effect to prevent procrastination in our day to day duties. Taking the time to complete something as simple as returning an email, finishing a chart, or writing a President’s column can help improve our mental wellbeing.

Finally, we learned about the psychological phenomenon called the Question-Behavior Effect. This effect suggests that asking instead of telling causes a psychological response and the person is more likely to engage in that behavior. When you start a question with the word “will” followed by the action the person has a sense of ownership and tends to be more successful in acting on that behavior. This can be used for eating healthier, going to the gym, etc. I’m sure there are other applications, but I can’t think of any right now.

Oh, before I forget! “Will you be attending the IVMA Legislative Day on February 27th to be an advocate to our profession?”

Until next month.

Randy Ackman DVM

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LEAD THE PACK TO WINTER CONFERENCE

IVMA 2019 Winter Conference

February 13-14, 2019The Meadows Conference Center

Prairie Meadows, Altoona

The 2019 Winter Conference is quickly approaching – but there is plenty of time to register! Join us to take in a variety of sessions featuring speakers from close to home and around the country. From protecting pets with the latest in disease prevention to treating wounds in Equine to promoting veterinary wellness, there’s something for everyone at this year’s Winter Conference!

Follow your pack to The Meadows Conference Center at Prairie Meadows in Altoona on February 13-14. This year’s conference offers continuing education sessions, exhibits, lunch and overnight accommodations all under one WARM roof at Prairie Meadows in Altoona. We are looking forward to seeing you at the IVMA 2019 Winter Conference! Don’t miss it!

Remember! If you are a PAC Sustaining Member (of $100 level) - you save an ADDITIONAL 10% on your registration.

Choose one of these three easy registration options: • Send in the registration form found in the Winter Conference Registration Book you received in the mail with a check;

• Call the IVMA office at 800-369-9564 to pay with a credit card; or

• Register online at www.iowavma.org.

Remember to book your hotel rooms for Winter Conference!It’s Iowa’s favorite place to stay! A limited number of reduced rate rooms (King & Double Queen Rooms $114/night) are available at the Prairie Meadows Hotel for IVMA members during Winter Conference. Call Prairie Meadows at 515.957.3000 to check availability. Reference group block:  Iowa Veterinary Medical Assn (IVMA)

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Now all the information you need to attend the IVMA Winter Conference is as close as your smartphone! The IVMA is excited to announce the IVMA Winter Conference App! The app is powered through the YAPP app. Once you download the app you are set for all future IVMA meetings. The app will update with future IVMA meeting information.

Download the app on your phone and you will be able to:

• View the session schedules • Create your own schedule with your preferred sessions • View bios of session speakers • Get more information about vendors and sponsors • Connect to other conference attendees • View a map of the convention space

Download the app today!Download the YAPP app

on your smartphone.

Enter the Yapp ID Code: “IOWAVMA”

Contact the IVMA office if you need assistance- we’re here to help!

Winter Conference –

There’s anApp for That!

Winter Conference Speaker Spotlight

Dr. Josh ZachariasEquine Session Wednesday, February 13

Dr. Josh Zacharias is a 2003 graduate of Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine. He is originally from Southwest Iowa, raised on a farm. Dr. Zacharias completed an internship at Oakridge Equine Hospital in Oklahoma and then went on to a surgery residency at Purdue University. After an emergency surgery position at ISU, he went to private practice in Texas for 2 years before moving to his current position at Countryside Large Animal in Greeley, Colorado in 2010. He is boarded with the American College of Veterinary Surgery and the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Zacharias has interest in orthopedic and upper respiratory surgery, lameness, and podiatry. He has a diverse caseload in Colorado, including show livestock; however, western performance horse lameness and surgery predominates, with a significant proportion of racing quarter horse orthopedic surgery. Dr. Zacharias has presented at multiple national, state and regional meetings, as well as various webinars. He was honored with an ACVS resident research award and the Veterinary Orthopedic Society Mark S. Bloomberg award.

Dr. Amelia Woolums Bovine Session Thursday, February 14

Dr. Amelia Woolums received her DVM in 1988 from Purdue University. She completed an internship at Kansas State University, a residency at the University of Saskatchewan, and a PhD at UC Davis, where she studied the immune response to bovine respiratory syncytial virus (BRSV) infection. Dr. Woolums is a diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine and the American College of Veterinary Microbiologists. She works in the Department of Pathobiology and Population Medicine in the College of Veterinary Medicine at Mississippi State University as a clinician and teaches in the food animal clinic, and conducts research focused on the host response in bovine respiratory disease, vaccination to prevent BRD, and immunity in cattle and calves.

Join Dr. Zacharias onWednesday, February 13 for

the following sessions:

Equine Navicular Disease-An Update of Treatment

Options-Addressing the foot from every angle.

Joint Pain in the Athletic Horse-Causes from

Synovitis to Degenerative Arthritis

Rehabilitation Modalities & Protocols-How do You Know

What Works?

Traumatic Wounds-Practical Evaluation & Treatment

Evaluating synovial structures and early

prophylactic treatment.

Join Dr. Woolums on Thursday, February 14 for the following sessions:

Immunity in the Calf: What’s the Latest?

Keys to Effective Vaccination of Calves

Risk Factors for Pneumonia in Preweaning Beef Calves

Health & Immunity in Stocker Cattle

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ISUDIAGNOSTIC

LAB

Interacting with the ISU VDL – ElectronicallyBY: KATIE WOODARD, DVM

Interacting with the ISU VDL – Electronically

By: Katie Woodard, DVM

The Iowa State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (ISU VDL) continues to encourage practices to improve the overall quality, value, and sustainability of the diagnostic services it provides. We have embraced this thought process by providing tools to streamline and digitize client interaction with the lab. This has manifested as the ISU VDL Client Web Portal, which allows clients to receive results, complete submission forms, access invoices, and print shipping labels all from one convenient website.

Real-Time Results

Many of our clients already utilize our ISU VDL Client Web Portal to access results regardless of the time of day. These results are in real-time with our database so results are available as soon as they are released. This provides convenience for those who operate within tight time constraints. We continue to strive for a more user friendly experience. This includes taking steps to make the portal mobile friendly so that it renders appropriately on mobile devices of all kinds in addition to providing a completely searchable and sortable interface.

Submissions

Online submissions help streamline the submission process by transmitting information directly into the ISU database. The “Submissions” tab includes all of our submission forms, in an easy to access menu, sorted by species.

The Iowa State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (ISU VDL) continues to encourage practices to improve the overall quality, value, and sustainability of the diagnostic services it provides. We have embraced this thought process by providing tools to streamline and digitize client interaction with the lab. This has manifested as the ISU VDL Client Web Portal, which allows clients to receive results, complete submission forms, access invoices, and print shipping labels all from one convenient website.

Real-Time ResultsMany of our clients already utilize our ISU VDL Client Web Portal to access results regardless of the time of day. These results are in real-time with our database so results are available as soon as they are released. This provides convenience for those who operate within tight time constraints. We continue to strive for a more user friendly experience. This includes taking steps to make the portal mobile friendly so that it renders appropriately on mobile devices of all kinds in addition to providing a completely searchable and sortable interface.

SubmissionsOnline submissions help streamline the submission process by transmitting information directly into the ISU database. The “Submissions” tab includes all of our submission forms, in an easy to access menu, sorted by species.

Electronic transmission of information helps to minimize any potential transcription error and ensures consistency of information. The web portal saves all clinic, submitter, and owner information in easy to use dropdown menus resulting in time saved when completing submission forms.

To further encourage web based submissions, the ISU VDL offers a $10 web credit to those who 1. Submit via the Client Web Portal, 2. Include the state of origin of the sample and 3. Provide a valid premises ID for all livestock submissions.

By submitting via the Web Portal, clients are also eligible for the more intensive Best Practice Submission Discount (10% off molecular, serology, BVD ear notches, and salmonella enteritidis testing).*

Electronic transmission of information helps to minimize any potential transcription error and ensures consistency of information. The web portal saves all clinic, submitter, and owner information in easy to use dropdown menus resulting in time saved when completing submission forms.

To further encourage web based submissions, the ISU VDL offers a $10 web credit to those who 1. Submit via the Client Web Portal, 2. Include the state of origin of the sample and 3. Provide a valid premises ID for all livestock submissions.

By submitting via the Web Portal, clients are also eligible for the more intensive Best Practice Submission Discount (10% off molecular, serology, BVD ear notches, and salmonella enteritidis testing). (Additional information:https://www.vetmed.iastate.edu/vdl/resources/client-services/incentives)

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Invoices

More recently, we have added an “Invoices” tab allowing for those who handle invoices and associated billing to access all their ISU VDL invoices in one place. This tab allows users to sort by status (paid/unpaid), search by time period, and view charges, credits, as well as any outstanding balances. The page also provides the ability to select and download invoices for any bookkeeping needs.

Shipping

In order to facilitate easier shipping, the ISU VDL recently introduced the “EZ-Ship” program which allows clients to utilize printed UPS shipping labels to ship packages to the ISU VDL from anywhere in the contiguous United States. These labels come prepared with your return address and the ISU VDL shipping address. Charges are not accessed until the package is delivered to the ISU VDL and are placed on the accession invoice (if more than 1 accession is in a box then charges will be split evenly).

InvoicesMore recently, we have added an “Invoices” tab allowing for those who handle invoices and associated billing to access all their ISU VDL invoices in one place. This tab allows users to sort by status (paid/unpaid), search by time period, and view charges, credits, as well as any outstanding balances. The page also provides the ability to select and download invoices for any bookkeeping needs.

ShippingIn order to facilitate easier shipping, the ISU VDL recently introduced the “EZ-Ship” program which allows clients to utilize printed UPS shipping labels to ship packages to the ISU VDL from anywhere in the contiguous United States.  These labels come prepared with your return address and the ISU VDL shipping address. Charges are not accessed until the package is delivered to the ISU VDL and are placed on the accession invoice (if more than 1 accession is in a box then charges will be split evenly).

If you are interested in learning more about any of our programs, getting setup on the portal, or participating in an additional training session, please contact ISU VDL Client Services (Attn: Dr. Katie Woodard or Jordan Kraft) at 515-294-1950.

*(Additional information: https://www.vetmed.iastate.edu/vdl/resources/client-services/incentives)

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YOU can help - $19 in ‘19The IVMA Foundation is asking for your generous assistance to meet goals. A new fundraising campaign, $19 in ’19, is being launched to help build up the scholarship fund and help as many deserving students as possible.

The Foundation is asking EVERY IVMA Member to contribute $19 in 2019 to the IVMA Foundation.

What can $19 do?

If each of the 1570 IVMA members contributed $19 in 2019, the Foundation would have an additional $29,830 to add to the endowment toward future IVMA Scholarships. By increasing the endowment reserves, the Foundation will be able to increase scholarships in both size and number without depleting the reserves of the endowment. The Foundation is working towards increasing funding for recruitment scholarships for incoming freshmen that would be renewable (multiple year) over the course of the student’s study at ISU CVM.

IVMA Foundation President, Dr. Nate Peterson, supports the $19 in ’19 campaign as a way to strengthen the IVMA Foundation.   "Over the past 4 years, the Foundation has been able to offer more scholarships than ever before.  Looking forward, I am worried about sustainability for this volume of support without dipping into the Foundation's endowment fund next year.  I hope by giving $19 in 2019, we can all assist the Foundation in allowing them the support so that we can invest in our future veterinarians," says Dr. Peterson.

How can you contribute?

Support the IVMA Foundation in 2019 with $19

The IVMA Foundation is working hard to maintain this high level of giving and help create new scholarships to keep up with the increasing level of veterinary debt future IVMA members are facing.

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The IVMA Foundation is supported through donations from IVMA members and Foundation Fellows, memorial gifts, scholarships set up by IVMA members, and scholarships created by IVMA sponsors. Through this generous support, the IVMA has been able to increase the number and amount of scholarships from just $2000 in 1999 to an all-time high of $66,000 in 2017.

The IVMA Foundation is working hard to maintain this high level of giving and help create new scholarships to keep up with the increasing level of veterinary debt future IVMA members are facing.

YOU can help - $19 in ‘19

The IVMA Foundation is asking for your generous assistance to meet goals. A new fundraising campaign, $19 in ’19, is being launched to help build up the scholarship fund and help as many deserving students as possible.

The Foundation is asking EVERY IVMA Member to contribute $19 in 2019 to the IVMA Foundation.

What can $19 do?

If each of the 1570 IVMA members contributed $19 in 2019, the Foundation would have an additional $29,830 to add to the endowment toward future IVMA Scholarships. By increasing the endowment reserves, the Foundation will be able to increase scholarships in both size and number without depleting the reserves of the endowment. The Foundation is working towards increasing funding for recruitment scholarships for incoming freshmen that would be renewable (multiple year) over the course of the student’s study at ISU CVM.

“If each of the 1570 IVMA members contributed $19 in 2019, the Foundation would have an additional $29,830 to add to the endowment toward future IVMA Scholarships.”

In Person:If you are attending Winter Conference in February or the IVMA Annual Meeting in September, you may contribute your $19 in person.

Mail:Send your $19 to Iowa Veterinary Medical Association1605 N Ankeny Blvd Suite 110Ankeny, IA 50023

Phone:Or Call the IVMA office at 515-965-9237 and pay over the phone with a credit card.

Look for updates of the $19 in ’19 campaign throughout the year in the IVMA Update.

Thank you for making a difference by supporting the IVMA Foundation!11983 debt was $18,897 - Inviting the Elephant into the Room: A Dialogue to Co-Create a Financially Healthy Veterinary Profession By James F. Wilson, DVM, JD Adjunct Associate Professor, U of Pennsylvania, School of Veterinary Medicine President, Priority Veterinary Management Consultants, Data Entry & Graphs by Jim Taylor, University of Tennessee 2008

22017 AVMA & AAVMC Report on The Market for Veterinary Education, (excluded were those with zero debt and those with debt over $331K)

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One of the IVMA’s missions is to advocate for issues affecting the veterinary profession at the state and local levels. In order to shine attention on bills that are introduced to the Legislature that are of interest to Iowa veterinarians, the IVMA sponsors Legislative Day each year. This event allows IVMA members from around the state to visit the Capitol and talk directly with Iowa Legislators.

We need YOU to help make a strong showing of veterinarians. The more IVMA members who participate in this effort, the stronger the voice the IVMA will have.

Advocate for the veterinary profession at the 2019 IVMA Legislative Day on February 27. During this event you will represent the veterinary profession, deepen your understanding of the policymaking process and help shape future legislation.

Legislative issues the IVMA will be tracking and discussing with Legislators for 2019 include: • Commercial Kennel and Breeding Facilities • Mistreatment of Animals -Abuse and Cruelty Laws • Service Dogs, Emotional Support Animals and Therapy Animals • Controlled Substances Including Opioids

Legislative Day will begin with a breakfast and opening remarks at Embassy Suites Hotel in Des Moines. After breakfast the contingent will head to the Iowa State Capitol to meet with legislative leaders from the Iowa House and Senate.

Lunch with a Legislator!One of the best ways to become involved in the legislative process is to build a relationship with your local legislator. Taking the time to learn about your legislators is an invaluable asset to your advocacy. Legislators’ personal history forms their public policy decisions and provides information that you can use to make connections with them. One easy way to build this relationship is to invite your Legislator to eat lunch with you at Legislative Day!

If you don’t know your legislator – call the IVMA office at 800-369-9564. They would be happy to help!

Make plans now to attend the 2019 IVMA Legislative Day!There is no cost to attend and breakfast and lunch is provided for IVMA members and ISU CVM students. Register online at www.iowavma.org or call the IVMA office at 800-369-9564.

Legislative Day - YOU make the Difference

IVMA members visit with Senator Janet Petersen (Center in blue suit) during the 2018 IVMA Legislative Day.

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Hello again! Do you remember how the last wellness article talked about choosing wellness? Well sometimes that becomes more difficult than a ‘choice’ and people can struggle with more than just finding the motivation to choose healthy actions. Sometimes the stress becomes fatiguing or anxiety grows overwhelming. At times the workload and emotional pressures can be intense and individuals don’t realize they’re struggling. These are times when folks need to keep up wellness practices like regular exercise, talking with friends and colleagues, moments of mindfulness and balanced nutrition, yet during those times it can be the most difficult.

It is essential to have self-awareness and consistent self-reflection to ensure staying on track with managing stress effectively and noticing when strain is taking over. It is also important to be aware when colleagues or friends are in distress and know how to respond. An integral part of a healthy workplace culture is an open, non-judgmental atmosphere, social support and providing wellness resources. With the 2018 Merck Animal Health Veterinary Wellbeing Study (Volk, John, et al. 2018) showing low wellbeing for veterinarians, it’s vital that individuals and organizations as a whole work together to ensure health and wellness for all staff. The same study also showed even those with high levels of wellbeing experience depression, anxiety, compassion fatigue or burnout.

Stress can be viewed as cognitive, physical and emotional strain resulting from life demands and pressures.

Burnout is unchecked stress over time; a slow process leading to feeling overwhelmed or disengaged.

Compassion Fatigue is a consequence of stress related with caring for suffering and traumatized people or animals; long term or sudden exposure to trauma as a helping/medical professional. Humans are wired to take on the emotions of

others and people in helping roles where the stakes are high tend to absorb stress and emotional strain before realizing it.

If you or a colleague were experiencing extreme stress, burnout or compassion fatigue, would you know the signs? Would you know how to respond? The key is to Notice, Ask and Refer.

MORE THAN WELLNESSBY: LAUREN YOUNGS, MS, LMHC • DIGITAL ART BY: NATHAN T. WRIGHT

Lauren Youngs

Possible signs of stress • Indigestion and stomach pain • Headaches, muscle, jaw, neck and back pain • Difficulty falling asleep • Eating more or less than usual • Increased heart rate • Irritability • Feeling tense • Increased activity and over committing to tasks • Worry, increase in perfectionist behaviors, ‘hard to let things go’

Possible signs of burnout • Cynicism • Blunted emotions • Physical or emotional exhaustion • Feeling you have to drag yourself to work and have trouble getting started • Irritability or impatience with co-workers and clients • Decreased energy • Difficulty concentrating • Lacking satisfaction or fulfillment • Feeling disillusioned about your job • Increased absences from work

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Possible Signs of Compassion Fatigue • Reduced ability to feel empathy • Psychological distress • Feeling numb or empty • Interpersonal problems • Isolating from friends and social interactions • Sadness and grief • Changes in beliefs and ways of thinking • Feeling on edge • Being preoccupied about patients and clients • Impaired focus, concentration and judgment • Decreased intimacy • Changes in self-care and hygiene

Is it Burnout or Compassion Fatigue? Take the Self-Assessmenat http://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/2511553/Veterinary PROQOL

If you have concerns about a colleague it’s important to reach out and speak up. Expressing concern for someone’s emotional wellbeing can feel uncomfortable, but doing so shows empathy and care for them.

Tips on how to approach a distressed colleague: • Choose a place and time where you both feel comfortable. • Begin one-on-one, not in a large room where others can overhear. • Always enter the conversation with a non-judgmental attitude. • Identify the concerning behavior or symptom you’re noticing and offer support. For example, “Jim I noticed you’ve been pretty worried about a few patients lately and have talked about having trouble sleeping. I’m wondering if you want to talk.” Or “Laura, you told me you’ve been feeling tense lately and I noticed you seemed upset with your client this morning. What are you experiencing?” or “Hey, I’ve noticed you seem more tired lately. How are you doing?” • Practice active listening and don’t assume to know what they’re feeling. We can all experience the same stressors differently. • Consider asking about suicidal thoughts or intent. It’s best to be direct and ask rather than miss the opportunity to provide help. • Know your mental health and wellness resources or offer to seek them out together if needed.

Try to avoid: • ‘Fixing’ the situation or the person-many people just need to be heard and supported and can problem solve on their own • ‘Convincing’ them it will be okay • ‘Promising’ secrecy from other colleagues, family or supervisors

Wellness Resources: h t t p s : / / w w w. a v m a . o r g / p r o f e s s i o n a l d e v e l o p m e n t /peerandwellness/pages/get-help.aspx h t t p s : / / w w w. a v m a . o r g / p r o f e s s i o n a l d e v e l o p m e n t /peerandwellness/pages/default.aspx h t tps : / /www.he lpgu ide .org /ar t ic les /s t ress /s t ress-management.htm https://intentionalworkplace.com/2012/05/17/reprise-10-ways-to-bring-more-mindfulness-to-your-work-day/https://self-compassion.org/# Stress Management for Busy People by Carol Turkington

ReferencesVolk, John O.  BS;  Schimmack, Ulrich,    PhD;  Strand,  Elizabeth B.  PhD, LCSW; Lord, Linda K.  DVM, PhD;  Siren, Colin W.  BA. Executive summary of the Merck Animal Health Veterinary Wellbeing Study. Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association. May 15, 2018, Vol. 252, No. 10, Pages 1231-1238. https://doi.org/10.2460/javma.252.10.1231

Due to a cost increase from the manufacturer, the cost of Bovine Preconditioning (PC) supplies will increase for 2019.

All profits from the sale of PC supplies is used to fund bovine research grants.

2019 PC Supplies Prices

Green/Gold Tags: $.25/each (up $.02 from 2018)Box of 100 - $25

Case of 1000 - $250

Pliers - $25 each (up $1 from 2018)

Thank you for your support of the IVMA Bovine Preconditioning Program. More information about the program can be found on the IVMA website.

PRICE ADJUSTMENTFOR PC SUPPLIES

P12 | February 2019For more detailed IVMA Annual Report information visit www.iowavma.org.

Don’t Brush it off -February is National Pet Dental Health Month

An afternoon on Dental Health CE

will be presented at the IVMA Winter Conference

Thursday, February 14.

Dr. Jen Mathis will present during the

Companion Animal Session from

12:30-4:00.

For more information visit www.iowavma.org.

February is National Pet Dental Health Month and a great time to remind your clients the importance of proper dental health for their pets and its link to overall good pet health.

Here are several ideas of how to promote dental care in your clinic:

• Run a special in your clinic for dental cleanings during February; • Host a tooth brushing demonstration, either in your clinic or at a community center such as a town hall or library; • Offer to present a public program on dental care for pets at your local library, town hall or youth/service club; • Spread the word on social media about National pet Dental Health Month and include tips on how to brush pets’ teeth. Invite the public to submit photos of their pets’ “pearly whites” and post them on your social medial pages; • Print and display the free clinic flyer about Pet Dental care found on the AVMA’s website (link below); • Hand out the Pet Dental Care Brochure available at the AVMA website (link below).

Visit the AVMA National Pet Dental Health month website for more ideas to make sure those pets’ teeth stay pearly white: https://www.avma.org/Events/pethealth/Pages/February-is-National-Pet-Dental-Health-Month.aspx.

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Bring Back Inactive Clients with the FREE Ready. Set. Go2! Inactive Client Initiative

As you may know, Iowa Veterinary Medical Association is a proud Associate Member of Partners for Healthy Pets (PHP) and we are very pleased to announce another program between PHP, Veterinary Medical Association Executives (VMAE) and our association. We believe this initiative, just like last year’s Forward Booking program, will have a significant impact on the health of your patients and your practice.

This collaborative program focuses on the importance of re-engaging Inactive Clients and bringing them back into the veterinary practice. This is not your typical reminder program! First, it is based upon a client’s visitation history and not a timetable for a specific service. Second, a key difference is in the messaging itself. PHP’s unique empathetic messaging consists of three compelling points: recognizing that pet owners are busy but want to provide the best care for their pets, expressing sincere concern from the practice for their pets’ health, and conveying that an annual exam is as important as food and love. This program does not replace, but is actually complementary to, your current reminder program.

Not convinced? During 2015-2016, 1,612 practices enrolled in PHP’s Inactive Client Reminder Program, which resulted in reactivating an average of 128 clients per practice (many of whom had been absent for two to three years). This led to healthier pets and healthier practices! 

The even better news is that this program is incredibly easy to utilize as it involves no staff training or changes to your practice team protocols. You need only to assign one or two staff members to identify lapsed clients and the rest is as easy as 1, 2, 3!

STEP ONE: Identify inactive clients.

STEP TWO: Email those clients with PHP’s proven and ready-to-use compassionate messaging.

STEP THREE: Start booking appointments! 

To get started, go to the Partners for Healthy Pets website at https://www.partnersforhealthypets.org/inactive_client_program.aspx and review the readily accessible resources provided: A copy of the Inactive Client Reminder Program white paper; a webinar explaining the compelling and proven results of the program; and the easy-to-use email templates with PHP’s unique and proven pet owner communications.

The IVMA is very excited to provide this opportunity to you and your practice. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3!

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PUBLICHEALTH

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: PRE-EXPOSURE PROPHYLAXIS FOR VETERINARIANS AND VETERINARY STAFF

A:

A:

Yes, pre-exposure prophylaxis is recommended for this population due to their frequent contact with potentially rabid animals.

Pre-exposure vaccination does not eliminate the need for additional medical evaluation after a rabies exposure, but simplifies management by eliminating the need for rabies immune globulin and decreases the number of doses of vaccine needed. Pre-exposure prophylaxis might offer partial immunity to persons whose post-exposure prophylaxis is delayed and might provide some protection to persons at risk for unrecognized exposures to rabies.

Q: Why is pre-exposure prophylaxis recommended?

Q: Is pre-exposure prophylaxis recommended for veterinarians and veterinary staff with direct animal contact?

A: Three 1.0 ml injections of vaccine are given intramuscularly on day 0, 7, and 21 OR 28. Two FDA approved rabies vaccines are available for use in people: RabAvert manufactured by Novartis and Imovax manufactured by Sanofi Pasteur.

Q: What is the pre-exposure prophylaxis schedule?

A: Veterinarians and veterinary staff with direct animal contact who have received pre-exposure prophylaxis should have a serum sample tested for rabies antibody every 2 years. If their antibody level is less than complete neutralization at a 1:5 serum dilution by the Rapid Fluorescent Focus Inhibition Test (RFFIT), the person should receive a single booster dose of rabies vaccine.

Q: Do persons with pre-exposure prophylaxis need titer checks or booster shots?

A: K-State Rabies Laboratory*Manhattan/K-State Innovation Center 2005 Research Park Circle Manhattan, KS 66502 Main telephone: (785) 532-4483 Email: rabies@vet.k-state.edu Web address: http://www.vet.ksu.edu/rabies * Testing at KSU may be ordered through Quest Labs: Rabies Vaccine Response End Point Titer (order # 5789)

Q: What Laboratories perform Rapid Fluorescent Focus Inhibition Testing?

Atlanta Health Associates 309 Pirkle Ferry Road, Suite D300 Cumming, GA 30040 (770) 205-9091 or (800) 717-5612 Web address: http://www.atlantahealth.net/

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A:

A:

A:

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Iowa Department of Public Health is not aware of any programs to defray the cost of pre-exposure prophylaxis. Health insurance occasionally covers the cost of pre-exposure prophylaxis; contact your insurance provider for additional information on what costs they will and will not cover.

Human healthcare providers can order human rabies vaccine. If there is an established healthcare provider who addresses workers compensation issues for the clinic, consider contacting that person. Rabies vaccine is not usually administered at local public health departments in Iowa. In certain situations, some pharmacies can administer rabies vaccine.

Pre-exposure vaccination does NOT eliminate the need for prompt post-exposure prophylaxis. If persons who have completed the pre-exposure vaccination series (after 1980) are subsequently exposed to rabies, the following protocol should be followed: two IM doses (1.0 ml each) of vaccine, on days 0 and 3. Human Rabies Immune Globulin should NOT be administered.

If the pre-exposure series was administered prior to 1980, contact the Iowa Department of Public Health for additional consultation- during business hours call 800-362-2736 and after hours call 515-323-4360 (this will connect you with the state patrol who will page the on-call epidemiologist).

Health insurance occasionally covers the cost of post-exposure prophylaxis; contact your insurance provider for additional information on what costs they will and will not cover.

Patient assistance programs that provide vaccine and immune globulin for post-exposure prophylaxis to uninsured or underinsured patients are available: Sanofi Pasteur’s Patient Assistance is administered through the Franklin Group. A healthcare professional or patient can either contact the Franklin Group directly at 1 (866) 801-5655, or call the customer service team (1-800-VACCINE). Novartis’ Patient Assistance Program for RabAvert ® is managed through RX for Hope and can be contacted at 1-800-589-0837 or https://www.rxhope.com/PAP/info/PAPList.aspx?drugid=319&fieldType=drugid .

Q: Are there programs to defray the cost of pre-exposure prophylaxis?

Q: Where can veterinarians get pre-exposure prophylaxis?

Q: What are the recommendations after exposure to a potentially rabid animal?

Q: Are there programs to defray the cost of post-exposure prophylaxis?

Prepared by: Dr. Katie Rumsey, Veterinarian and MPH Intern at the Iowa Department of Public Health

For questions contact: Dr. Ann Garvey, Iowa Department of Public Health at 800-362-2736 during business hours and after hours call 515-323-4360

Additional Resources: AVMA LIFE https://avmalife.org/

Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/acip/

ACIP Recommendations on Human Rabies Prevention - 2008 (PDF) https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/PDF/rr/rr5703.pdf

Should My Staff and I Be Vaccinated? (CDC) https://www.cdc.gov/rabies/specific_groups/veterinarians/staff.html

Preexposure Vaccinations (CDC) https://www.cdc.gov/rabies/specific_groups/travelers/pre-exposure_vaccinations.html

Rabies Vaccination (WHO) https://www.who.int/ith/vaccines/rabies/en/

Dr. Terry Engelken

Dr. Terry Engelken, recently completed the two-

year Executive Veterinary Program in Beef Health

Management from the University of Illinois. Dr.

Engelken is an associate professor of production

animal medicine at ISU's College of Veterinary

Medicine.

Congratulations, Dr. Engelken!

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2019 CE Credit Course OfferingsEnrollment includes your entire healthcare team, unlimited

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VETERINARIANS WANTED Associate Veterinarian (3-4 Day work weeks, $90K-$100K+ Compensation + Hiring Bonus)- Due to our high client growth rate, Nebraska Animal Medical Center is seeking an Associate Veterinarian. New Graduates are welcome to apply. We offer mentorship programs that are managed by our Director of Education. Our practice offers the opportunity to join a friendly, caring team with many opportunities for personal and professional growth. Our DVMs normally work three days seeing appointments and one day in surgery per week. We also offer a three, twelve hour per week, shift program as well. Nebraska Animal Medical Center is a great place to work, and we’d love it if you watched our video on why we love working here: https://youtu.be/DEHfjwtWjE4. We are currently a nine doctor AAHA accredited practice, focusing on internal medicine, surgery, and preventative care. We offer clients advanced technology along with personalized care and education. We maintain a higher than average support staff to doctor ratio to ensure clients have a great experience and patients receive the top notch care they deserve. We have licensed technicians that monitor anesthesia, read lab samples, and assist in exam rooms when needed. Our community in Lincoln, Nebraska offers a vibrant and historic downtown which draws visitors from across the country and around the world. We boast specialty shops, coffee shops, art galleries, athletic facilities, non-profit organizations, indoor and outdoor concert venues, world-class zoos and history centers. There are many opportunities for the avid outdoor person or family. This is a very safe place to raise a family with great educational opportunities. Interested candidates should submit their resume in confidence to JPeck_namc@yahoo.com.

Family Pet Hospital in Sioux City, Iowa, seeks an Associate Veterinarian to join our caring and compassionate team (Generous sign-on/retention bonus). Family Pet Hospital provides primary care, referral services and emergency service for Sioux City (pop. 84,000) and small communities nearby. Our modern building has 3 exam rooms, treatment area, surgery suite, and a 35 unit pet boarding facility. We offer an in-house IDEXX lab, ECG, companion animal laser, ultrasound, isoflourane, electrocautery, digital dental radiography, digital x-ray, in-house pharmacy, AVImark, and so much more. We see cats, dogs, and pocket pets. We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package. More information at www.familypethospitalsiouxcity.com . Please submit resumes to smoss@nvanet.com.

Grinnell Veterinary Clinic is looking for a veterinarian to add to our 4 doctor staff. We are truly a mixed practice

with primarily small animal, cow-calf, and some swine. There is opportunity for specialization depending on your interests. We are dedicated to teamwork, collaboration, and mentorship. Email marcia@grinnellvetclinic.com.

Full Time Veterinarian wanted to join a well-established mixed animal practice in West Branch, IA just 10 minutes east of Iowa City. Seeking individual that can appreciate the opportunities of practicing mixed animal veterinary medicine in a small town but is not far from all that a college town has to offer. Approximately 50% small animal and 50% large animal including equines. Veterinary mobile unit provided, In house lab equipment, DR radiography, Therapy laser, haul in large animal facility, retirement plan, CE stipend, health insurance, paid time off, 4 day work week to allow for work/ home balance. Please email to wbvets@lcom.net.

Great opportunity! Associate veterinarian wanted for mixed animal practice in north central Iowa. Practice is primarily swine, beef and small animal with some equine and small ruminant. Two nice, well equipped clinics in two great communities – Greene and Charles City. X-ray, ultrasound, Vetcan CBC and serum chemistry, laser surgery, gas anesthesia, large animal haul-in facilities and more. We have a friendly, helpful staff and enjoy working together. Excellent salary and benefits package. Partnership opportunity if desired. Both communities offer many recreational opportunities. Contact Dr. John Moellers at jcmoellers@windstream.net or 641/823-5852.

Animal Medical Centers of Spencer and Hartley, Iowa is seeking a full-time companion animal focused veterinarian to join our team. Our 10 doctor team takes pride in quality medicine, teamwork and collaboration. Our practice is fully equipped with in house blood analyzers, digital x-ray, therapy laser, gas anesthesia, surgery monitoring equipment and a well-trained support staff. We offer favorable on-call and weekend responsibilities. Our clinics are ideally situated in northwest Iowa with easy access to the Iowa Great Lakes area for recreation. Interested applicants should submit resumes to Dr. Janessa Mechler at amcspencerjob@gmail.com.

Progressive 4 doctor clinic in southeastern MM seeking energetic, personable full time associate. The Austin Veterinary Clinic is a full-service mixed animal practice in a dynamic small city of 25000. Full time staff includes 6 technicians and 2 receptionists. Well-equipped office, gas anesthesia, monitors, IDEXX CBC/chemistry, digital X-ray, K-laser and ultrasound. Experienced vets or new grads welcome. Future partnership opportunities. Externships welcome. Contact: Dr. Steve Olson skolsondvm@austinvetclinic.net

Garver’s Animal Health Center is seeking a Full-Time Associate Veterinarian to join our multi-doctor practice.

Animal Health Center is a mixed animal practice with four locations in Central Iowa with a great support staff. There are many opportunities to expand small animal services at our walk-in location in Ottumwa. We have four clinics, which are located in Albia, Knoxville, Oskaloosa and Ottumwa with rotating on-call. We offer top of the line facilities and equipment. We offer a competitive salary and excellent benefits including a retirement plan, paid time off, health insurance, paid IVMA and AVMA dues and continuing education. The company provides transportation and business cell phone. If you could see yourself working in this friendly environment, please contact Beth Petty at 641.660.8333 to set up an interview, or you can email your resume to bpetty@albiavet.com.

Full-time or part-time small animal veterinarian wanted to practice in the Okoboji Lakes area of Northwest Iowa. Flexible schedule will allow for the enjoyment of this unique resort community. Terrific, fun-loving staff support the practice of quality medicine and surgery in our modern hospital. Generous compensation package available. Visit us at www.allpetsac.com or contact Dr. Steven Roti at 712-336-3647, 712-330-5412, or seroti@mchsi.com.

Waukee- Clive Veterinary Clinic is searching for a FT/PT associate veterinarian. Our mission statement is “To provide comprehensive, high-quality veterinary care with an emphasis on exceptional client service and patient care, while providing employees with desirable, fulfilling and financially rewarding employment”. We are a privately owned, growing, small animal exclusive veterinary clinic that is located in the western Des Moines suburbs. We have a state of the art facility built in 2008 and recently remodeled to provide eight exam rooms. Our excellent support staff is Fear Free certified. We are fully computerized with in-house Abaxis lab, digital radiology including dental, exam lift tables, Avimark and Tonopen. After hour emergency calls are referred to the local emergency/referral clinics. We offer an excellent benefit and compensation package. Please send resume to Waukee- Clive Veterinary Clinic 15151 Hickman Rd Clive, IA 50325 or email to cjohnson@waukee-clivevet.com

Independence Veterinary Clinic seeking part-time, small animal veterinarian. Located between Waterloo and Cedar Rapids, we are a fully equipped/fully staffed clinic. Send resume to Independence Veterinary Clinic, 2329 Jamestown Ave, Independence Iowa 50644 or email cahiggins2015@gmail.com for more information.

Keota Veterinary Clinic is seeking a full-time associate veterinarian. We are a small town roughly 50/50 mixed animal practice with 4 veterinarians. We offer a competitive salary, at least 14 day’s vacation, yearly dues for memberships, paid CE, health insurance, office

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Full time associate veterinarian needed to join a well-established mixed animal practice in West Branch just 10 minutes east of Iowa City. Seeking qualified individual that can appreciate and understand the challenges and opportunities of practicing mixed animal veterinary medicine in a small town but is not far from all that a big city has to offer. Approximately 50% small animal and 50% large animal including equines. Vet truck provided and emergency on call duties divided evenly among doctors. Please contact via email wbvets@lcom.net

All-Pets Hospital is seeking a full time associate veterinarian to join our team. With two offices in downtown Des Moines, we are a highly rated practice with an excellent on-line reputation--both with millennial pet owners and our loyal older client base. Our main office is well equipped with Sound digital radiology, IDEXX laboratory and a full surgical suite. Our well trained staff includes two CVTs, three vet assistants and great receptionists. Check us out at www.all-petshospital.com!

Eldora Veterinary Care is seeking a part-time small-animal veterinarian. We have in-house Idexx labs, digital radiography and dental rads, and a fantastic support staff! We love our clients and will only consider hiring doctors dedicated to excellent customer care. 8-20 hours/week, flexible scheduling, no weekends or after-hours. Resumes can be sent to 1118 Washington Street, Eldora, IA 50627, or you can e-mail resumes or request more info at eldoravet@gmail.com.

Lee County Veterinary Care in rural West Point, Iowa, is looking for a full-time associate mixed-practice veterinarian. We are located approximately 1 hour south of Iowa City and 30 minutes west of Burlington. Species breakdown is approximately 30% cattle (primarily cow/calf), 10% equine/sheep/goats, and 60% dogs and cats. Our clinic features two exam rooms; a newly remodeled waiting area; a spacious treatment area; haul-in cattle facility with scales and a tilt table; horse stocks; Abaxis HMII, VetScan 2, and VetScan Pro blood machines; Cornerstone software; QX Link Digital X-ray; K-Laser therapy laser; and portable Ibex ultrasound. We have excellent, dedicated support staff. We offer a competitive salary with benefits including health insurance, malpractice and liability insurance, AVMA and IVMA dues, paid time off, and more. On-call and weekends split evenly with one other doctor. Please send resume and cover letter to leecovetdr@gmail.com.

Wanted: Veterinarian looking for a forever career. We are a progressive growing practice in Eastern SD looking for a veterinarian that wants to grow with us. Check us out at dellsvet.com and look at the https://dellsvet.com/joining-the-team/ page to apply today!

Osceola Veterinary Clinic is seeking a veterinarian interested in being part of our growing mixed animal practice. We are located on I-35, 40 miles south of Des Moines & about 2 hours north of Kansas City. We are located in a county that would be eligible for the Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program (VMLRP). We have a great support staff and are well-equipped with hematology & chemistry analyzers, digital radiology, gas anesthesia, surgical & therapy lasers, as well as portable ultrasound and haul-in facilities for cattlework. We offer a generous sign on bonus, competitive salary and benefits that include group health insurance, IRA, continuing education stipend, paid time off and more. Truck & mobile unit are provided. On-call time is shared. Want to be part of a rural but modern mixed animal practice yet choose to concentrate on your favorite aspect of veterinary medicine? Send your resume to osceolavetclinic1@yahoo.com.

Wanted! Hilltop Veterinary Clinic is seeking a full time associate veterinarian for a four veterinarian practice in Mount Ayr, Iowa. We are primarily cow-calf with 25-30% small animal, some equine and small ruminant work as well. You must have an Iowa and Missouri veterinary license. We have indoor livestock facilities with a silencer chute. We also have a portable silencer chute and three ultrasound units for reproductive capabilities. For small animal medicine and surgery, we have gas anesthesia, an ultrasonic scaler, an Abaxis chemistry analyzer and CBC analyzer and radiology capabilities. Our office hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm and Saturday 8:00 am to noon. The Saturdays worked are every other with one Friday off per month. After hours emergencies are shared. Salary is negotiable, based on experience, and benefits include 2 weeks paid time off, MO and IA license fee, professional liability insurance, AVMA, MVMA, IVMA and local district membership dues, annual CE allowance, phone stipend and a 3% matching IRA. Truck and mobile unit provided. Please send resumes to hilltopvetclinic@windstream.net. Feel free to contact us at 641-464-2224.

Full time Associate Veterinarian position available for St. Michael Veterinary Clinic (minutes from I-94) and Big Lake Area Veterinary Hospital (on highway 10 and close to I-94). New graduates welcome to apply. No ON CALL duty, 4 day work week with every other weekend

a 3 day weekend off. We offer a competitive benefits package including ; continuing education time and stipend, personal time off, MVMA membership, health and liability insurance, employee discount and 401 K plan. We are looking for two individuals who want to join a team ready to deliver high quality medicine and surgery to our clients through the latest technology and client education. We see our clients in 30 minute time slots. Please email resume to kmcalpin@biglakevet.com or fax to 763-263-1008.

Iowa Veterinary Specialties at 6110 Creston Avenue, Des Moines, Iowa 50321 is hiring a Medical Director for 10 hours per week. The immediate supervisor is the Iowa Veterinary Specialties Operations Manager and the Major Administrator is the Director of Hospital Operations, College of Veterinary Medicine, Iowa State University. In this position as the Medical Director, you will oversee the medical operations of IVS, upholding the AAHA standards and ensuring overall quality of medical care delivery and oversight in accordance with state board regulations and practice protocols, for a healthy, safe and cohesive work environment while also maintaining high quality patient care and client communication. The minimum acceptable qualifications are to be a credentialed Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, with two years Emergency / Specialty experience preferred. Skills required are leadership, organization, good time management, attention to detail, independent decision making, client service, problem solving, conflict management, excellent oral and written communication, ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy, strong mentoring and team building skills. If interested please send resume to jkelso@ivsdsm.com or contact Julie Kelso, Operations Manager, at 515-280-3100.

Small animal or mixed animal associate needed to join our modern, long established three doctor practice in Fairfield, IA, a community renowned for culture and recently selected by Smithsonian magazine as one of the nation’s top 10 Best Small Towns. Will consider either full or part time applicants, with potential for practice ownership. Please email resumes to info@vetclinicpc.com and explore our practice at vetclinicpc.com and our community at http://www.travelfairfield.com

Seeking a full time associate veterinarian looking for a great opportunity in a collaborative environment. We are a busy small animal exclusive practice in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Individuals with a desire for continued learning, mentoring and a passion for patient care should apply. Experienced individual preferred but will consider new graduate. We offer competitive salary and benefit package including health insurance and retirement plan. We are well-equipped to provide highest-quality patient care. After hour calls referred to local emergency/specialty hospital. Please forward cover letter and resume to tksdvm@yahoo.com or call 319-393-3027.

Muscatine Veterinary Hospital P.C. is an AAHA accredited small animal practice looking for 2 full or part time associate veterinarians in Eastern Iowa. The practice is up-to-date with digital radiographs, digital dental radiographs, Tonovet, in-house laboratory, acupuncture services, and modern ultrasound unit. Any job candidate should be willing to practice high quality medicine, be good with client communication, and able to direct staff with a positive and productive attitude. Many high quality jobs are also available locally for partners/spouses, including engineers, designers, executives, scientists and more. Benefits include Simple IRA, paid license fees, paid professional memberships, and a budget for CE. Contact Dr. Adley or Dr. Wall at vets@muscatinevet.com or call 563-263-2831.

Riverside Animal Clinic in Springfield, MN is seeking a full-time mixed-animal associate to join our four-doctor practice. We offer an excellent pay and benefit package, favorable on-call and weekend schedule, and future buy-in potential. All experience levels are welcome to apply with mentorship available. Please email resume to rivanclinic@newulmtel.net.

Iowa Veterinary Specialties in Des Moines, Iowa seeks a full and part time Veterinarian to join a fast paced, progressive Emergency department. We offer competitive pay and excellent benefits. Iowa Veterinary Specialties is an AAHA accredited facility and the staff practices high quality medicine for best client and patient care. Positive attitude and excellent communication skills a must. Prior Emergency experience a plus. Contact Julie Kelso -515-280-3100 or send resume to Jkelso@ivsdsm.com.

Veterinarian needed for mixed animal practice in Northeast Iowa. We are looking to add 1 to 2 doctors to our growing mixed animal practice. We have outgrown our current building and have an addition and remodel planned for early 2019. We service a wide variety of clients including dairy, beef, companion animals and some equine. We have a wonderful work environment and our practice is well-equipped. Our staff is very friendly, collaborative, and considerate. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. On call will be one weekend per month and weekdays split evenly between all doctors. Please contact Dr. Karla Juhl, Fredericksburg Veterinary Clinic, at (319) 269-9295 or

fredericksburgvet@gmail.com

Veterinarian needed in Sioux City, Iowa: Hometown Animal Hospital is seeking a full-time associate veterinarian for our privately owned small animal practice in Sioux City, Iowa. New grads are welcome. We have an in-house IDEXX lab, digital x-ray, Avimark software and more, plus an experienced support staff to help you succeed. Please submit resumes to: hometownanimal9999@gmail.com

Adair County Veterinary Clinic in Greenfield, Iowa, is seeking two full-time and/or part time associate veterinarians interested in a growing mixed animal practice that is primarily beef cattle and small animal. Our clinic is fully remodeled and very well equipped including indoor heated cattle facilities, new tilt hydraulic chute with scales, dental and regular digital radiography, in-house lab, ultrasound, gas anesthesia, electronic monitoring, and more. We are located in the rolling hills of southern Iowa less than an hour west of Des Moines. Experienced veterinarians and new graduates are welcome to apply. Email Dr. Gary Schulteis, acvet@windstream.net or phone 641-743-2138.

Kindness Pet Clinic in Indianola, Iowa is seeking a fourth veterinarian for our rapidly growing Small Animal Hospital. Check out our website at www.KindnessPetClinic.com. Indianola is a beautiful suburb of Des Moines with great schools and an abundance of new housing and development. Experience preferred but new graduates considered. Our practice believes in collaborative medicine and has a strong mentoring atmosphere. The owners each have over 30 years of experience. Applicants must have excellent communication skills, compassion, a positive attitude and work well as a team. Veterinarian hours are normal business hours. No scheduled night or Sunday shifts. Resumes may be emailed to sbmdvm@msn.com.

Who We Are – At South Des Moines Veterinary Center “We Love Them Too” is our motto and we live it every day. We are a privately-owned small animal practice (founded in 1964). Our sole owner is heavily invested in the success of the practice and works full-time hours in the hospital. Our associates are dedicated veterinarians who love interacting with people. Our incredibly talented support team is made up of focused individuals who embody our spirit of learning and improvement. Who We Need - A second, Full-Time member of our doctor team. The successful candidate will be passionate about the profession, and show us the positive and inclusive attitude we expect from all of our staff. We encourage the development of specialties within the hospital, and we need someone who will be excited about using their talents to further our scope of practice in treating cats and dogs. What We Offer – A fantastic opportunity for a special veterinarian. We have an amazing established clientele. We pride ourselves on our exemplary team culture (which we protect above and beyond all else), but we also have a lot of fun while working! We practice great medicine, and our facility and equipment supports our high standards. We have Fear Free Certified Team members, and if you aren’t already certified as well, we will provide that training! Our vets work a maximum of four weekdays (with a consistent day-off each week) and share duties on Saturdays. We offer a salary that is commensurate with your experience, and our comprehensive benefits include licensing fees, health insurance and CE. If this all speaks to the core of who you are, get in touch! We are located in Des Moines, Iowa. Have questions? Email us! Want to apply? Email your resume and cover letter to: melissa.beyer888@gmail.com

Experienced, full time veterinarian wanted for a small animal practice near the mighty Mississippi river in Muscatine Iowa. Riverside Animal Hospital is progressive with a loyal client base. Riverside is staffed with certified technicians, client care specialists, and a practice manager. Riverside needs an enthusiastic veterinarian to embrace the growth and business philosophies as well as become a great advocate for its patients and clients. Riverside has digital radiography, ultrasound, surgical and therapy lasers, and uses AVIMARK software. After hours emergencies supported by the area Emergency Center. Compensation includes a base salary with production bonus as well as traditional benefits. If you enjoy the comfort and intimacy of Iowa living in a River City town, then this is your practice! *Future partnership/ownership is a definite consideration.* Contact: Dan Drahos, DVM at 563 299-6009 or laptopdoc@machlink.com.

Seeking a highly motivated veterinarian for an established small animal practice in Des Moines. Essentials: profound compassion and care for all animals; first-rate communication skills with all team members and pet owners; dedication to all principles of preventive medicine. Special consideration for interests in surgery and dentistry. Full or part-time. Contact Dr. Mark Severs, email: eastownLLC@gmail.com

The College of Veterinary Medicine at Iowa State University (ISU), located in Ames, Iowa, is seeking qualified applicants for a full-time, clinical or tenure track faculty appointment in the area of Food Animal Ambulatory Medicine in the Veterinary Field Services

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(VFS) unit of the Department of Veterinary Diagnostic and Production Animal Medicine (posting 800048). ISU’s Veterinary Field Services provides individual animal and herd health services for beef, dairy, swine, sheep, goats, and camelids via fully equipped mobile veterinary trucks equipped to accommodate the high-interest in farm animal medicine among our veterinary students and to provide veterinary service to local producers. Services include year-round, 24-hour emergency care, diagnostics, routine healthcare, surgical services, breeding and fetal services, herd health programs, milking system analysis, and much more. The successful candidate will also have a collegial, collaborative attitude and willingness to participate in departmental programs and committees. For more information and to apply, visit http://www.iastatejobs.com/postings/32172. Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status and will not be discriminated against.

VETERINARY TECHNICIAN WANTED

Wanted: Veterinary technicians seeking their dream job. We are a progressive growing mixed animal practice in Eastern SD looking for vet techs that wants to grow with us. Check us out at dellsvet.com and look at the https://dellsvet.com/joining-the-team/ page to apply today!

Iowa Veterinary Specialties in Des Moines, has an exciting opportunity for a certified/experienced Veterinary Technician interested in emergency medicine. Full and part time positions, to include weekends and evenings. Needing strong client care skills & flexible scheduling. Competitive pay & benefit package for positive, professional & self-motivated individuals. Please submit cover letter & resume with references to: Dawn Smith, Iowa Veterinary Specialties, 6110 Creston Ave., Des Moines, IA 50321 or Email: dsmith@ivsdsm.com or fax: 515.280.3718

Part time and Full time Veterinary Technicians and Assistants wanted: Vinton-Urbana Veterinary Hospital, Vinton, Iowa. Competitive pay, 401K, paid vacation, lots of snacks, and CE. No emergency, boarding, or grooming – just good medicine and surgery. E-mail resumes to: DrAlice@V-UVetHospital.com.

Northwest Veterinary Hospital, a full service small animal practice in Urbandale is seeking a full time or part time RVT or experienced assistant. 4.5 day work week, the

best clients and the most updated equipment possible allow us to provide exceptional care to our patients. Benefits and pay commensurate with schedule and experience. We offer above average compensation and employment benefits. Email cover letter and resume’ to rodnn03us@hotmail.com.

Family Pet Medical Center, a full service small animal veterinary practice in Fort Dodge, Iowa, is seeking a friendly, compassionate, motivated veterinary technician for a full or part time position. Experience preferred. Skills include patient restraint, collecting and processing lab samples and performing diagnostic tests, patient nursing care, administering medications and treatments, some front office work and client communication. Salary and benefits commensurate with experience. Please contact Misty at 515-955-3631 or email resume to kshimkat@gmail.com.

VETERINARY CLINICSTAFF WANTED

Small and exotic veterinary clinic needs 3/4 to FT staff person who is able to work in all areas of the clinic. This is a small, friendly clinic that treats pets and people on a personal level. The current staff works together well as a team. We will train for the position. The position includes front reception, technician, and kennel work. We need a flexible team member who can also work weekends, alternating holidays, and school breaks. The applicant must feel comfortable with computer and technology, be able to communicate well and be able to restrain and handle pets well. some past job experience with pets is beneficial. A complete resume, 3 current, not relative references, and complete education information is required before consideration. Send this to a_ricklefs_schwartz@yahoo.com. We need you to live in Ames, Iowa.

EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE

For sale: Capri 6 vet box insert just thru Bowie reconditioned with water and refrig. $4500 and I will deliver in Iowa or within 200 miles. Contact 515-851-1331 or the clinic on Wednesdays or Fridays 515-825-3141

For Sale: Dental table with stainless steel top, Stainless cages – various sizes, Surgery table, Dentalaire dental unit – 5 years old, Isoflurane machine – 5 years old, Abaxis HM5 & VS2 machines, Chainlink kennels – various sizes, 2 ceiling surgery lights, 1 mobile surgery

light, Many other items available. Email irishdoc1207@gmail.com for specifics.

For sale: Custom made Minivan Vet Box. 4' x 4' x 28" high. Should fit in any brand minivan. Has an AO binocular Microstar microscope. Sink. Water supply. 120 volt inverter. Ice box. Heavy duty butcher block pull out exam table. Slide through drawer. Several drawers. Custom made out of maple wood. New cost over $6000. I used this for house calls for several years in different minivans. Some wood is delaminating. $1500. Sunshine Veterinary Clinic, Council Bluffs, 712-526-2251.

For Sale: 3 heavy duty SS cages, 24x24x28- Suburban and Shoreline brand - $200 each. Tilt- flat SS surgery table with side bars and drain, adjustable tie-downs 22x58, 38” high-$250 Formica topped free standing exam table with underneath storage 21x46, 38” high-$200 x-ray gloves $45, orthopedic surgery instruments. La Boit Classic Vet box. Fits in SUV or MiniVan. 37” Wx22”Hx31”L, 7 drawers-. Good shape. Nice for equine practice or house calls. Can text or email pictures of above Dr. L.W.Meier, 528 South Oak, Iowa Falls, Iowa 50126 – 641-373-0409, lesliemeier2551@hotmail.com

PRACTICE FOR SALE

Fantastic business opportunity! Profitable, two-doctor, Fantastic business opportunity! Profitable, two-doctor, small animal practice for sale in premiere resort community in northern Iowa. Expected Gross in 2018 over $1 million. Well-established, upscale clientele and excellent support staff in beautifully equipped, leased facility. Owner retiring and highly motivated. For more details, please send inquiries to iaclinicforsale@gmail.com.

Mixed practice well established in western Iowa for sale: Practice only – real estate lease available and attractive to new owner- potential to purchase real estate at later date: Practice is generating income to service debt and provide a comfortable living. There is potential to expand the cattle service part of the practice. Located in vibrant town with 4 larger metro areas within easy driving distance, Area is growing as young families and children have chosen to return to where they grew up: Current owner wants to ensure the clients and patients will continue to receive excellent service. Please respond to IVMA at ivma@iowavma.org and your information will be provided to the practice owner.

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