MVVMA NEWSLETTER - DECEMBER 2017
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MVVMA Board Positions for 2018
The annual meeting was held during lunch at the November seminar. Since a quorum was not present (25% of the voting members), a voting ballot will be mailed to each member, and ballots will be available to members at our February meeting.
Please indicate your vote, sign and return your proxy voter's ballot or attend the February meeting and submit your vote at that time.
Current Nominations To Be Voted Upon:
- Dr. Dana Brandenburg, President
- Vice President: Position Available
- Dr. Valerie White, Secretary
- Dr. Linda Kohl, Treasurer
- Dr. Tom Pumpelly, Past President
- Dr. Josh Crasto, 2 year Trustee, term ending 2019
- Dr. Amy Back, 2 year Trustee, term ending 2019
- Dr. Dawn Stiens, 2 year Trustee, term ending 2019
2nd Year Returning Board of Director Members:
- Dr. Nichole Olp, Trustee, term ending 2018
- Dr. Katherine Taylor, Trustee, term ending 2018
MVVMA Vice President Position Available for 2018
If you are interested in assisting the MVVMA Board of Directors as Vice President in 2018, please contact past-MVVMA President Dr. Daniel Carey at:
dcarey@carecentervets.com.
We are looking for an individual interested in helping us bring informative and up-to-date educational programs to the Veterinarians in the Miami Valley area.
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MVVMA CE Seminar Schedule for 2018
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Tuesday, February 6, 2018
• Speaker: Dr. Beth McElravy, CARE
• Topic: IM
Sunday, April 18, 2018
• Speaker: Dr. Barron/Dr. Constant,
MedVet
• Topic: Radiology
Tuesday, June 5, 2018:
• Speaker: Dr. DJ Haeussler, CARE
• Topic: Ophtho-ocular emergencies
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Sunday, September 9, 2018:
• Speaker: Emily Montes, Surgeon, CARE
• Topic: To be announced at a later date
Tuesday, October 2, 2018:
• Speaker: Dr. Heather Lasher, MedVet
• Topic: Radiation Oncology, Hospice Care
and QOL
Sunday, November 21, 2018:
• Speakers: Dr. Ellen Behrend
• Topic: Endocrinology
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Fee for MVVMA member attendance at monthly CE meetings is included in annual dues.
Non-members may attend one 2 hr. CE meeting as a guest of MVVMA. Attendance at 4 hr.
CE meetings requires membership in good standing.
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MVVMA Membership Renewal for 2018
Dues notices will be sent by email in early January with options to renew online or by paper, with payment via PayPal or by mailing a check. You will receive a dues notice by US mail if you do not have a valid email on file with MVVMA. If you have had any changes to your address, email, clinic, phone numbers, etc., in the past year, please email Dr. Kohl at
miamivalleyvma@gmail.com
so we may update the roster.
Membership registration for new or lapsed memberships can be requested by forwarding an email to:
miamivalleyvma@gmail.com
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In Memoriam for Dr. William O. Smith, DVM
We at the MVVMA extend our sympathy to the family, friends and colleagues of MVVMA life-time member Dr. William O. Smith on his passing on June 18, 2017. Dr. Smith graduated from Ohio State University School of Veterinary Medicine and began practicing in 1956. William proudly served 8 years in the Army Reserves. achieving Captain ranking. He was the founder and former co-owner with his partner, Joe T. Fergus DVM of Gettysburg Animal Clinic, N. Main Animal Clinic, and Clayton Animal Hospital. He retired in 1998 after 43 years of practicing.
William was a member and served as President of the Dayton Veterinary Medical Association, was a lifetime member of the MVVMA, was active in Educational Concerns for World Hunger, Fort Myers, FL and a longtime member of Northminster Presbyterian Church in Dayton. He volunteered at Aullwood Audubon Nature Center treating injured animals. William was a co-founder of OKONTOE, a family Christian campground in Minnesota.
William is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Christine (Claunch); daughter Teri (Mark) Young; sons Alan (Cynthia) Smith and Douglas (Lori) Smith; 4 grandchildren Chandler, Nicole, Natalie and Brandon; many loving family and friends. The MVVMA has provided a $100.00 donation in his memory to the Aullwood Audubon Center.
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Congratulations
to our MVVMA OSU Scholarship Recipients!
Two $2000.00 scholarships to the Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine have been awarded by the MVVMA to the following students:
- Samantha Maiorano, Class of 2020 from Clayton, OH
- Lauren Porter, Class of 2019 from Brookville, OH
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Congrats to our recent MVVMA CE Meeting Gift Card Winners!
- October: Corey Griffiths, Miami Valley Animal Hospital, Darden Restaurant
- November Seminar - Veterinarian: Dawn Stiens, Kettering Animal Hospital, Amazon
- November Seminar - Technician: Maggie Biersack, MedVet Dayton, Starbucks
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Part-Time Vet Needed!
Part-time position open for experienced veterinarian. Must be proficient in surgery as well as clinical medicine. Work three days a week from 8am-6:30pm and every other Saturday from 8am-12pm. After hour emergencies are covered by MedVet. We are an established (39 years), busy, well-equipped companion animal hospital located in Huber Heights, Ohio. A competitive guaranteed base salary is provided as well as a percentage of production. A $3500 signing bonus is also available. Health and liability insurance, paid vacation, continuing education, association dues (AVMA,OVMA,MVVMA), and DEA license registration fee is included. A staff of experienced and long-term employees make your life easier. Excellent potential to move up to a full-time position.
Interested parties can email resumes to
dgibson11@woh.rr.com
Northgate Animal Hospital Huber Heights, Ohio 45424. Additional questions can be emailed or call
(937) 478-8263.
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Miami Valley Animal Hospital in Kettering, Ohio is seeking to hire a Managing Veterinarian to join our team!
Miami Valley Animal Hospital is a well-established full service veterinary hospital with 4 full time Veterinarians and 4.5 Registered Technicians. We are a 6700 square foot hospital with 6 comfortable examination rooms, dental area, double surgical suite, treatment areas, radiology room, and ICU cages. We also have boarding and grooming services available for our pets. The hospital sits on 1.5 acres in a beautiful and quiet area and was built with many windows to bring the outdoors into the hospital. Excellent compensation and benefits.
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Licensed Vet Tech & Vet Assistant Position
We are looking for a FT/PT technician (experienced or new graduate welcome) and an assistant to join our busy practice. Salary and benefits based on experience.
If interested please send your resume to
dgibson11@woh.rr.com
or Northgate Animal Hospital 8668 Old Troy Pike Huber Heights, Ohio 45424.
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Detroit Dover Animal Hospital Inc. in Westlake, OH (affluent suburb 20 minutes from Cleveland) is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our growing practice.
*Generous sign-on/retention bonus, relocation, and student loan payment incentive
Detroit Dover Animal Hospital is a community based small animal practice that is proud to have served the west side of Cleveland since 1958. As an AAHA accredited practice we strive to provide an excellent standard of care. We have five doctors and a highly trained support staff including several registered veterinary technicians specializing in customer service. Our doctors have varied casework, everything from standard Wellness and vaccine visits to Geriatric exams, Dental Care, Dermatology, Behavior, and disease management. We offer digital radiography, dental radiography, access to mobile ultrasound, designated surgical suite, surgical monitoring and anesthetic equipment, no overnight hours, and so much more. We have excellent client compliance, where our clients treat their pets like family. Ideal candidates will possess at least 1 year experience, terrific communication skills, a desire to practice the best veterinary medicine, and willingness to be part of our collaborative team. We are a family oriented practice that values work/life balance. Compensation will commensurate with experience and excellent benefits offered.
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Join our team!
Care Center has served the Tri-State region since 2000. We established our two hospitals in locations that allow us to serve our hometown communities and provide the best in specialty and emergency veterinary care. In 2014, our hospitals earned both Traditional and Referral accreditation from the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), the only veterinary hospitals in the region to hold a dual accreditation. Care Center meets the standards of the American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care (ACVECC) for emergency and critical care hospitals, and the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) for specialty care as delivered by board-certified veterinary specialists. Our commitment to the companion animals in our area and those who love and care for them will always remain the motivation behind what we do every day.
Our team is always growing! We would love to welcome those interested in providing specialty and emergency care to animals in our communities to apply and join our team.
Available Positions in Dayton and Cincinnati:
- Technician Assistant – Dayton, Cincinnati
- Client Services Coordinator – Dayton, Cincinnati
- Veterinary Criticalist (ECC) – Cincinnati
- Critical Care Veterinary Technician – Cincinnati
- ER Registered Veterinary Technician – Dayton, Cincinnati
- Cardiologist – Cincinnati
- Cardiology Technician – Cincinnati
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Registered Veterinary Technician
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Full time position in a busy high quality small animal practice in Fairborn. Team player oriented to work in a well equipped environment with customary high end amenities, including surgical laser, class 4 therapeutic laser, Logiq e Vet Ultrasound and full service radiography capabilities, including dental. No after hour emergencies. Intravet experience a plus. Salary based on experience.
Send resume to: Towne and Country Animal Clinic, 801 N. Broad Street, Fairborn, Ohio 45324
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Do you have a new associate in need of additional surgical experience? Do you wish to supplement your clinic income with a reliable weekly source of patients?
The Montgomery County Animal Resource Center is seeking a working relationship with one or more local veterinary clinics to provide routine surgical procedures at a contracted rate.
We are seeking clinics willing to agree upon providing a set number of routine soft tissue surgeries. Scheduling is flexible. Patients can be transported to you, or the Resource Center clinic and supplies may be utilized by your staff. Procedure rates will be set by participating clinics, and will be agreed upon through bid/contract.
If you are interested in helping the Resource Center maintain excellent veterinary care in the absence of our full time veterinarian, please contact Malinda Jonker, RVT at 937-264-5470 or Mark Kumpf, CAWA at 937-264-5466.
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Emergency Medicine Veterinarians Needed to Join Our Practices
MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers for Pets is currently seeking FT/PT Emergency Medicine Veterinarians to join our practices in:
- Columbus, OH
- Dayton, OH
- Toledo, OH
- Indianapolis, IN
- Lexington, KY
We are “Leading Specialty Healthcare for Pets.” Want to join us? Excellent compensation package including substantial signing bonus! Our well equipped and staffed hospitals offer a very collaborative environment that will allow you to practice the highest quality emergency and critical medicine. Clinical as well as medical leadership opportunities available for the right individuals. If you are interested in a stimulating work environment visit our website at
www.medvetforpets.com
and check out our Facebook page for additional information. Please submit CV to:
Barbara A. Lightner DVM, DACVS, Senior Recruiter
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Position open for enthusiastic, full/part-time veterinarian in a busy two doctor, small animal practice near Dayton, Ohio.
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Must be a team-oriented player, who strives to achieve the highest standards of veterinary medicine and surgery. Customer satisfaction is the driving force that allows for quality medicine and a rewarding environment. Our practice has INTRAVET software, in-house laboratory, pulse oximeter, tonopen, advanced ultrasound capabilities including telemedicine, Accu-Vet Laser, Sevoflurane, Doppple BP, Class IV therapy laser and digital X-Ray equipment, including a dental X-Ray machine, and much more.
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Pleasant working environment, with an excellent staff, including three registered technicians. No after hour emergencies. Salary, benefits and incentives negotiable and based on experience.
Contact Dr. David Kocher. Towne and Country Animal Clinic,
801 N. Broad Street, Fairborn, Ohio 45324. Phone: 937-878-4009, Fax: 937-878-8199
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Animal Medical Center of Miamisburg is in search of part-time Associate Veterinarian for long-term employment.
Our practice values client communication, patient oriented care and teamwork. We are equipped with full-service amenities and supportive staff. Experience or new graduate welcome.
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Humane Society of Greater Dayton
Enjoy surgery and the feeling of accomplishment all while making a difference for animals in our community? How about limited client contact, and desirable work hours? The Humane Society of Greater Dayton in Dayton, Ohio, is seeking a skilled, energetic, self-motivated, full time Registered Veterinary Technician. The Humane Society of Greater Dayton, a 501 c3 not for profit organization, is seeking a full time registered veterinary technician to assist in all duties related to medical care for nearly 4500 animals yearly. It is preferred candidates have work experience as a veterinary technician, excellent surgical skills, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced work environment. Candidate must have the ability to work a flexible schedule including days, evenings, special events, and weekends.
Email cover letter resume, and salary requirements to
mphillips@hsdayton.org
or mail to 1661 Nicholas Rd Dayton Ohio 45417, ATTN Mackenzie Phillips
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Relief Veterinarians Wanted!
Set your own schedule & salary. Ohio license required Contact Peace of Mind Veterinary Relief Service (based in and serving Ohio) at
1-800-290-8387 or Email:
pmvrs@erinet.com
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2017 MVVMA Board Members:
• Dr. Thomas Pumpelly, President
• Position Open to Fill
• Dr. Linda Kohl, Treasurer,
• Dr. Valerie White, Secretary
• Dr. Daniel Carey, Past President 2016
• Dr. Angela Melton, Past President 2015
2017 Trustees:
Terms ending 2017:
• Dr. Amy Back
• Dr. Joshua Crasto
• Dr. Dawn Stiens
Terms ending 2018:
• Dr. Nichole Olp
• Dr. Katherine Taylor
Board Meetings:
The Officers and the Board meet on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at a location to be decided by the President. Board meetings are open to members. Contact
Dr. Valerie White
for meeting location and time.
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MVVMA Contact Information:
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Membership and Treasurer:
Dr. Linda Kohl at 937-228-2425 or
For answers to general questions or to offer suggestions, please contact any Board member noted above.
Miami Valley Veterinary Medical Association (MVVMA)
c/o Dr. Valerie White Secretary
919 S. Main Street, Miamisburg, OH 45342
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Note: Due to new members being added to the Vet Check Rotation, the schedule has changed. Please note updated schedule below. A complete list thru April, 2018 is available on our website.
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Vet Check Volunteers
Wednesdays at Noon
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December 6, 2017
Sara Helman
Troy Animal Hospital & Bird Clinic
937-335-8387
December 13, 2017
Linda Kohl, DVM
937-689-1531
December 20, 2017
Erin Ferris
Royal Canin Pet Health Nutrition Center
937-428-0911
December 27, 2017
Elizabeth Kirk
Evergreen Veterinary Hospital
937-435-5622
January 3, 2018
James Prueter, DVM
216-937-8090
January 10, 2018
Valerie White
Animal Medical Center-Msbg
937-866-1351
January 17, 2018
Jack Workman, DVM
937-474-4732
January 24, 2018
Cindy Boller
Animal MD Veterinary Clinic
937-299-5700
If you cannot make your scheduled time at HSGD, please call 937-262-5926 and leave a message before 11:00 a.m.
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James W. Harrison, DVM, MS, DACVS
2642 Billingsley Road, Columbus, OH 43235
Ph: 614-889-9555 Fax: 614-889-5023
Clinics/Appts available Mon., Weds, Fri.
Ortho services such as joint surgery, myelography, hip evaluation, lameness, patella luxations, spinal stabilization, total hip replacement, complex fracture repair, intervertebral disc disease, ACL repair. Referring Veterinarians please contact for referral form.
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