Central California Veterinary Medical Association

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It’s time to celebrate courage, hope, and the unbreakable bond between people and pups.

Trupanion is proud to sponsor the Emerging Hero & Shelter category for the 16th annual American Humane Hero Dog Awards®. This campaign honors extraordinary dogs who make a remarkable difference for people and their communities.

Voting is now OPEN!

- Help us honor the dogs who change and save lives every single day.
- Vote once a day through September 18
- Meet finalists in all 5 categories
- Be part of history and help crown this year’s American Hero Dog
- Your hero is waiting. Vote now!

https://trupan.in/4xhbhzr

08/27/2026

🏆 ¡Felicidades! 🐕🐈 Reconocemos al doctor Héctor Osuna León, LVTg, EdD, catedrático auxiliar del programa de Tecnología Veterinaria del Recinto de Gurabo, por recibir el “Margi Sirois Educator of the Year Award”, el más alto reconocimiento que otorga la “Association of Veterinary Technician Educators (AVTE)”. Con esta distinción, se convierte en el primer educador puertorriqueño en recibir este prestigioso reconocimiento, un logro que destaca la excelencia de la facultad de la UAGM y su compromiso con la formación de profesionales que aportan al desarrollo de la tecnología veterinaria.

08/27/2026

Update! These positions. have been filled! Thanks everyone for sharing!

Looking for a side job with a meaningful impact?

You can join our M.A.S.H. teams for 1, 2 or 3 days in the following locations:

🚨Sept. 11-13: Fresno, Surgeon needed.
🚨August 28-30: Stockton, Vet Tech needed.

We offer competitive rates, shared accommodation, breakfast and lunch.

BONUS: We are looking to expand our local capacities, so, if you are looking to add another state license to your résumé and you sign up for at least 4 clinics with us in your first year, Animal Balance will cover the cost of your California DVM license!

Visit our website for all of our upcoming dates through the end of the year, we are always looking for HQHVSN surgeons, Exam DVMs and HQHVSN techs.

Hope to see you soon! ✨

08/27/2026

There's still time to register for our next webinar!

Snakebite Envenomations: They Are Not Just Bad Bee Stings
Speaker: Ken Pawlowski, DVM
September 9, 2026 | 5:30-7:30 PM (PDT)
2 CEUs

This session is geared towards general practitioners and emergency veterinarians looking to better understand the principles of treatment of snakebite envenomation, especially the use of antivenom, and those unfamiliar with current standards of care of snakebite envenomations. We will explore venomous snake species, symptoms and effects of envenomation, and initial treatment recommendations for supportive care and pain control. The session will also cover inappropriate treatment and the contraindications for using steroids, antihistamines, NSAIDs, and prophylactic antibiotics, as well as the mid-to-long-term effects of envenomation—such as necrosis, devitalization, and sloughing of tissue—especially in cases with delayed and inappropriate treatment. Lastly, we will review the controversial rattlesnake vaccine, including its history and recent articles evaluating its efficacy.

❗ CVMA members receive 50% OFF this webinar! Become a CVMA member at cvma.net.

https://cvma.net/continuing-education/upcoming-ce/snakebite-envenomations-they-are-not-just-bad-bee-stings/

08/27/2026

CCVMA Board Member Dr. Cheryl Waterhouse presents a check from CCVMA to Dr. Grant Miller, who accepted it on behalf of the CVMA PAC. CCVMA is proud to support the CVMA PAC and its advocacy for California’s veterinary profession!

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