An Open and Shut Case

Thank you to Thea Madill of St. George's University for sharing this case with us!  I'd say that's a definitive diagnosis! 

A good example of why visualizing INSIDE the oral cavity is an important part of our physical exam!

Celebrating Martin Luther King Jr.

This week, we celebrated the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr on MLK Day. King was a non-violent activist critical in the protests against racial discrimination in the 1960’s Civil Rights Movement. We can honor MLK’s vision, message, and cause today by continuing to uplift and center black voices in veterinary medicine and in our continued support of Black Lives Matter. As SAVMA, we aim to do so by advocating to make Diversity, Equity and Inclusion a priority and standard in the profession. We recommend the BLM resources compiled by VOICE @vet.voice.national.

Never Enough Toys!

A long weekend is cause to celebrate!  As we begin another unique semester, we hope that you can take some time to relax, just like this cutie sent in by Peyton Atkins of Cornell University!  

VIN Topic Rounds

Are you missing out on clinical rotations because of COVID-19? The VIN Student Team has you covered with Tuesday Topic Rounds.  During the month of December, join Dr. Lance Roasa, DVM, MS, JD and Dr. Tony Bartels, DVM, MBA for 30 minute, case-based sessions on Personal Financial Success for Veterinary Students every Tuesday at 12ET. Everyone and all levels of experience are welcome. There will be time for Q&A and discussion following. The next session is Developing Financial Wellness Habits on January 19, 2021 at 12 ET.

In this rounds:

• Learn to create and manage a personal budget.
• Learn how to compare and contrast budgeting techniques and technology aids.
• Learn the importance of an emergency fund.
• Learn the need for a financial plan.

TO JOIN THE SESSION, LOG INTO THE VIN STUDENT CENTER AND CLICK THE GREEN BUTTON IN THE TOP RIGHT

The Veterinary Information Network (VIN) is here to help you as a vet student – especially during this worldwide pandemic. Membership is always free as a student!

CDC Public Health Essay Contest

The Public Health and Community Outreach Committee (PHCOC) has organized an essay contest to award 10 awards of $200 to individuals who attended the 2021 CDC Veterinary Public Health Q&A Panel. This contest is meant to encourage interest in public health and support those considering a career in veterinary public health. In order to be eligible for this scholarship, the student must be a SAVMA member in good standing attending an accredited school or college of veterinary medicine. 

The biennial CDC Day was held virtually this year as a Q&A Panel featuring veterinary public health professionals on January 11th, 2021. Essay applicants should have attended or watched the recording of the webinar.

Students must answer the following question in 500 words or less: Describe what you learned from the CDC Public Health Panel and how this is important to you and your future veterinary career.

Apply at this link by March 1, 2021. If you have any questions, please email savma.phcoc@gmail.com.