OVMA Students

06/17/2022

The second annual NABC conference kicks off today at OSU CVM! Click below to get a sneak peek at what's in store this weekend.

Though the National Association of Black Veterinarians is still in its infancy, the organization is helping to grow a community of BIPOC veterinarians across the country.

08/09/2021

On today's episode of Fully Vetted Podcast, The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine student Thamires Nunes introduces us to Harbor.vet, a new platform where veterinary professionals and students can network, find mentors, and access career resources. (Pssst... It's 100% free!)

Click below to listen, or search for Fully Vetted on Apple, Google, Spotify, Amazon, or wherever you listen to podcasts!

They say it's a small world, but it's getting more and more difficult to stand out from the crowd. Small, independent business owners have to work harder than ever to set themselves apart ...

07/27/2021

NEW EPISODE: Dr. Dennis Summers of the Ohio Department of Agriculture talks about why electronic health certificates are not only easier to use, but vital to ensuring animal health. Learn how to make the switch to eCVIs by listening on Apple, Spotify, Google, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Like it or not, the world is becoming more digitized every day — and the veterinary profession is no exception. Advances in technology have elevated the level of care you can pr...

07/23/2021

FEEL-GOOD FRIDAY: An Australian veterinarian put on her James Herriot hat to save a tiny frog that fit on her fingertip.

With the steadiest hands in all of Australia maybe, Dr. Meaghan Barrow stitched up a green tree frog of only 2 cm with a needle and suture.

07/20/2021

Are you a high school or undergraduate student interested in a career in veterinary medicine? Join OVMA at this one-day workshop to learn more about the field.

07/15/2021

Dr. Vernon Hodges and Dr. Terrence Ferguson—the stars of "Critter Fixers"— wanted the show to expose youth to the veterinary profession. By showing a veterinary hospital that features Black vets and Black vet techs, they can be the visible role models neither of them had growing up.

"We hope to use this legacy to create more minority vets and more kids knowing that veterinary medicine is an amazing profession," Dr. Hodges explained.

Fewer than 1% of the country's veterinarians are Black. Dr. Vernon Hodges and Dr. Terrence Ferguson hope to change that.

07/12/2021

Tune in to today's episode of Fully Vetted Podcast to hear from your classmates, Anna Cote and Daniella Guzman, on what OSU CVM VOICE is doing to promote diversity in the veterinary profession!

Dozens of affinity groups are working hard to make veterinary medicine more diverse, but the road ahead is long and difficult. On today's new episode, student leaders of OSU CVM VOICE recount their experiences and share how YOU can help make the profession more inclusive. https://pod.fo/e/d94d7

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Want to win a free registration to the 2022 Midwest Veterinary Conference? Listen to today's episode to find out how!
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Available on Apple, Spotify, Google, Amazon Music, and all the other usual places. 🎵🎶

06/30/2021

In the latest podcast, Kayla Orso joins us to talk about the Dr. JH Bias Black Affinity Group at The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine and share her perspective on diversity, equity, and inclusion in the veterinary profession.

Shoutout to Banfield Pet Hospital for supporting the podcast—and, more importantly, DEI initiatives in the veterinary community!

AFFINITY GROUPS IN VETERINARY MEDICINE, PART I: J.H. BIASFor minority groups, finding a community of peers in a highly homogenous profession can be difficult, but at The...

03/03/2021

RECALL ALERT: Vitakraft has recalled one lot of its Vitasmart Hedgehog Food.

Vitakraft hedgehog food recalled for Salmonella contamination by Krysten Bennett | Posted on 03.03.2103.03.21 Vitakraft Sun Seed Inc. of Weston, Ohio, is voluntarily recalling one lot of its hedgehog food because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. To date, there have been no re...

01/11/2021

Did you know.... OVMA Student Members get to attend the Midwest Veterinary Conference for FREE? This year, we're taking it online for a whole new experience. Check out today's episode of Fully Vetted Podcast to learn more about the , then visit www.mvcinfo.org to register.

For decades, the Midwest Veterinary Conference has offered an unparalleled educational experience for thousands of veterinary professionals. Going virtual this year won't end the tradition! Who says an old dog can't learn new tricks?!

Learn more about this year's big event on today's episode. Listen now: https://pod.fo/e/b0ad3

11/23/2020

Today's podcast talks about OVMA's new Animal Abuse Recognition & Reporting handbook... Listen now on Apple, Spotify, Google, Amazon Music, or your favorite podcast player! https://pod.fo/e/a8ee0

Animal cruelty: It's something no veterinarian wants to see but inevitably will at some point. That's why it's so important to learn how to recognize an abused animal and how to handle such a case before it shows up at your clinic. In this episode, learn the common red flags of abuse, how to report it, and why it's so important to speak up even when you're not 100% sure.

https://pod.fo/e/a8ee0

11/19/2020

Wellness check! Do you need a little extra self-care during this extra stressful time of year? Down Dog: Great Yoga Anywhere is offering students free subscriptions to their fitness and mental health apps. For more information and to sign up, visit https://www.downdogapp.com/schools.

Down Dog provides a studio-like yoga experience in the comfort of your home.