Maryland Veterinary Medical Association

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MDVMA Legislative Committee Responds to Dissenting Opinion in Non-economic Damages Case

As reported in the June NewsBytes, Maryland’s highest court ruled in favor of pet owners after hearing the case to consider and address the scope of compensatory damages available in the case of the tortious injury or death of a pet. MDVMA was signatory to the amicus brief filed in the case. While the outcome was favorable for veterinarians, a dissenting opinion was published in The Washington Post following the ruling. Legislative Committee Chair, Dr. Matthew Weeman, with the assistance of MDVMA’s Lobbyist and the Animal Health Institute, followed up with a response reinforcing our main points that not allowing these types of damages for animals helps animals and their owners by keeping care affordable. Read the response published June 23 in the Capital Gazette.

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Veterinarian Needed for Rabies/Microchip Clinic in College Park The Animal Welfare Committee (AWC) in College Park, MD does an annual rabies/microchip clinic as a free service for the residents in College Park and needs a veterinarian to assist gratis. If necessary, a small honorarium to cover costs is available.    The clinic will take place on a Sunday in October from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm. If interested, contact Sheryl DeWalt.

Western Maryland VMA Annual Summer Picnic Sunday, August 29 at1:00pm Cunningham Falls State Park Manor Area Pavillion 6709 Cunningham Falls Park Rd., Thurmont, MD RSVP by Sunday, August 22

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MDVF Trustees are stewards of the foundation's assets. Responsibilities include a clear understanding of the foundation's mission, active participation in meetings and fundraising events, and monitoring of investment performance and activities to ensure appropriate and demonstrable impact. Want to make a difference in the lives of Maryland's future veterinarians? Contact Marisa Francis.

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2021-2022 Executive Officers Dr. David Handel, President Dr. Matthew Keats, President-Elect Dr. Elizabeth Hepner, Vice President Dr. Elizabeth Cottrell, Secretary/Treasurer Dr. Shadawn Salmond-Jimenez, Immediate Past President Dr. Andrew O'Carroll, AVMA Delegate Dr. Jenny Krueger, AVMA Alt Delegate Dr. Robert Silcox, Director at Large Dr. Richard Street, III, Director at Large

More than 130 Years of Service  Since 1886, the Maryland Veterinary Medical Association (MDVMA) has protected the interests of veterinarians in Maryland. MDVMA is the only statewide professional membership association dedicated exclusively to the profession of veterinary medicine and the interests of the veterinary team.