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American Veterinary Medical Association
Advance the science and practice of veterinary medicine to improve animal and human health
Accredits veterinary and technician schools in US and internationsally |
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National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America
Support and advocate or veterinary technicians |
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United States Department of Agriculture
Oversees animal health and disease and much more
Regulates research facilities |
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Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service
Specific entity within the USDA
To protect the health and value of American agriculture and natural resources |
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Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee
Group that oversees research within a facility
USDA requirement |
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US Fish and Wildlife Service
Wildlife protection
Oversees a lot of rehabilitation
Oversees endangered species protection |
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US Environmental Protection Agency
Regulates disposal of medical wastes |
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Drug Enforcement Administration
Oversees controlled substances in vet clinics
Veterinarians must have a DEA license to use or buy controlled drugs |
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US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Oversees discrimination in hiring/firing practices
Ensures fair working conditions |
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Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Regulates safe practices in the workplace
Requires SDS - provides hazardous chemical and drug information for employees |
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National Animal Health Emergency Response Corp
Oversees disease outbreaks and other disasters |
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Idaho Veterinary Emergency Response Team
Specifically respond to disasters or disease outbreaks in the state of Idaho |
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Academy of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Technicians
To advance emergency and critical care veterinary nurses and technicians through certification and standards of excellence |
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| Academy of Veterinary Dental Technicians |
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Academy of Internal Medicine Veterinary Technicians
Technicians who have come together to realize the formation of a special organization specifically for veterinary technicians working in internal medicine |
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Academy of Veterinary Technician Anesthetists
Promotes patient safety, consumer protection, professionalism, and excellence in anesthesia care
Provide exceptional anesthetic care before, during and after the procedure |
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| Academy of Veterinary Behavior Technicians |
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| Society of Veterinary Behavior Technicians |
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| Academy of Veterinary Zoological Medical Technicians |
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| Academy of Equine Veterinary Nursing Technicians |
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Academy of Veterinary Surgical Technicians
Strives to ensure that the veterinary surgical technician possesses superior knowledge and skill in the care and management of surgical cases, surgical instruments, and the surgical suite |
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Academy of Veterinary Technicians in Clinical Practice
Dedicated to providing superior, comprehensive, multi-disciplinary care to clients and patients. Candidates are expected to be knowledgeable and demonstrate expertise in a broad range of clinical disciplines within their species speciality |
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Academy of Veterinary Nutrition Technicians
Advance and promote nutrition in small animals |
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Association of Veterinary Technician Educators
Promote quality professional education of the veterinary technician student |
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Idaho Veterinary Medical Association
To support and represent veterinarians as they serve the citizens of Idaho |
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| Idaho Society of Veterinary Technicians and Assistants |
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American Association of Lab Animal Science
Advances responsible laboratory animal care and use to benefit people and animals |
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American Animal Hospital Association
Optional accreditation of small animal hospitals |
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| American Association of Veterinary State Boards |
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Orthopedic Foundation for Animals
Non profit agency maintaining a database on congenital defects in dogs |
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| Veterinary Information Network |
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| Veterinary Support Personnel Network |
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