Hoosier Veterinarian V o l u m e 4 9, N o. 6 N o v e m b e r 2 0 1 7 Have you donated to the future of veterinary medicine yet? Help us leave a legacy for veterinary medicine by contributing to VetPlex. Call the IVMA office today or visit vetplex.net to learn more. Make A Difference With VetPlex As we near the end of 2017, many of us are beginning to think about our year-end charitable giving contributions. As you consider all of your options, please consider donating to the Indiana Animal Health Foundation for the VetPlex project. The IAHF is registered as a 501( C)(3) organization so your contribution is tax deductible. Vision to build VetPlex a place that can demonstrate the power of The human animal bond The importance of animal wellness and care The value of the OneHealth initiative that focuses on the role of veterinary medicine and human medicine The importance of the efficient production of safe animal-sourced protein to feed the world VetPlex is a one-of-a-kind and first-in-the-country uniquely educational/engagement-based facility: VetPlex is a year-round educational facility which engages the public in the understanding of the diverse role of veterinary medicine in all aspects of life. VetPlex is a multi-species resource which allows for educating the public on the role small and large animals play in the lives in all people. VetPlex will allow for the sharing of information and enthusiasm about the human-animal bond. VetPlex will emphasize the role proper animal health plays in the efficient production of animal-sourced protein to feed the world. VetPlex will be a facility which will welcome more than 1.2 M people to discover all of veterinary medicine. VetPlex will be a facility which will serve as a home-base for year-long activities relating to veterinary medicine serving as a recruiting experience for students. VetPlex will be a facility which allows for the underserved and underrepresented populations to gain an understanding and appreciation for appropriate companion animal care. Call the IVMA today to donate we take checks or credit card. You can commit an amount and make monthly or quarterly payments. Thanks to those who have helped us raise nearly $600K to date. Don t miss out on making a difference with this project.
P a g e 2 Dr. Maria Cooper, IVMA President 2017 President s Message Here at the IVMA, we are on the move - both figuratively and literally! In mid -December, the IVMA headquarters will be moving from the Pan Am Plaza in downtown Indy to Discovery Hall on the Indiana State Fairgrounds. The IVMA offices will now have free parking, reduced rent payments, and new neighbors including the State Board of Animal Health and the future VetPlex facility. (Reminder: Make your donation towards construction of the VetPlex today! http://vetplex.net/) Our new digs will be equipped with modern technology including a system for high-quality video conferencing to enhance the communication and productivity among IVMA volunteers and task forces. It is rumored that IVMA Board Chairwoman, Dr. Aileen McDivitt, has also pledged to purchase a new Keurig coffee maker to fuel the blood caffeine content of IVMA staff and volunteers. In reference to task forces, with support of the Board, the Executive Committee assembled two working groups last month. The Annual Meeting Task Force, chaired by Dr. Matt Cantrell, will take a comprehensive look at the current model of IVMA s Annual Meeting and explore the path forward. Continued on next page. Finally, I am happy to announce that after careful consideration and much dialogue, the Board of Directors voted unanimously to amend IVMA s Bylaws to transform and modernize the governance structure of our association. The proposed amendments, which are included in this newsletter, reflect each of the recommendations made by the Governance Task Force and will be voted on by our membership at the Annual Meeting next March. IVMA Board of Directors President: Dr. Maria Cooper District X: Dr. Philip Howell President Elect: Dr. Nathan Rich District XI: Dr. Aaron Johnson Vice President: Dr. Matt Cantrell Immediate Past President: Dr. James District XII: Dr. Kyle Shipman Stepusin District XIII: Dr. Amy Woods Treasurer: Dr. Aaron Smiley AVMA Delegate: Dr. Jim Weisman District XIV: Dr. Brian Biggers AVMA Alt. Delegate: Dr. Phil Borst District XV: Dr. Rob Jackman District I: Dr. Jerry Rodenbarger District II: Dr. Brittney Beckner District III: Dr. Rob Holl District IV: Dr. Nancy Whitesell District V: Dr. Aileen McDivitt District VI: Anne Marshall, Purdue District VII: Dr. Steve Channel District VIII: Dr. Marybeth Feutz District IX: Dr. Harley Robinson H o o s i e r V e t e r i n a r i a n
V o l u m e 4 9, N o. 6 P a g e 3 President s Message Continued... The group will make recommendations for adjustments deemed vital to providing the best CE and networking opportunities to our membership and strengthening our association. Additionally, Dr. Aaron Smiley will chair our Task Force on Veterinary Telemedicine which aims to assess the landscape of telemedicine nationally and in Indiana, establish how Indiana veterinarians may take advantage of telehealth under our current Practice Act, recommend a position on veterinary telemedicine in Indiana, and determine how IVMA may help member veterinarians successfully implement telemedicine in their practices. You should have recently received an email from the Task Force asking you to complete a brief survey about telemedicine where you practice. The passion and resolve among both of these innovative teams is truly exciting to witness. Finally, I am happy to announce that after careful consideration and much dialogue, the Board of Directors voted unanimously to amend IVMA s Bylaws to transform and modernize the governance structure of our association. The proposed amendments, which are included in this newsletter, reflect each of the recommendations made by the Governance Task Force and will be voted on by our membership at the Annual Meeting next March. We rely on, and so much appreciate, your feedback on all issues and endeavors our committees and task forces are working on. Please don t hesitate to share your thoughts and ideas. Thank you all for your dedication to protecting and advancing our profession. Together, we re stronger. Dr. Maria Cooper mcooper1@boah.in.gov IVMA Golf Outing Another Fun Success The Indiana Animal Health Foundation s Annual Golf Outing was held on Tuesday, September 19, 2017, at the Purdue golf course in West Lafayette. Funds raised at the outing will be used for scholarships for Purdue veterinary students and for Boiler Vet Camp scholarships. The event isn t a success without both golfers and our terrific hole sponsors. IAHF is very grateful to the sponsors for their support! Pet Rest Animal Medical Clinic Patterson Veterinary Simmons CIVMA The Corydon Group Elanco Princeton Veterinary Hospital Purdue Veterinary Teaching Hospital Vetamac Wells Fargo Dr. Ed Sommers hole in one sponsor
P a g e 4 IVMA Board Proposes Changes to Bylaws As you may be aware, the IVMA Board of Directors appointed a Governance Task Force over a year ago to assess the viability of the current IVMA governance structure both for the Board of Directors and the standing committees of IVMA. After considerable review by the task force and careful analysis by the IVMA Board of Directors, the Board voted to amend the IVMA Bylaws at their board meeting on September 7, 2017. The proposed amendments to the IVMA Bylaws must be approved by the IVMA Membership. The proposed draft of the new Bylaws is listed below. The proposed Bylaws deletions have a strike through line and the new changes are in red. The vote of the membership will occur at the IVMA Membership Reception on Friday evening, March 2, 2018, during the IVMA Annual Meeting. The main proposed amendments to the Bylaws include changing how the IVMA Board of Directors is formed and comprised. Additionally, the Board voted to support eliminating all standing committees and transitioning to a task-force-based method of accomplishing the work of the association. You can learn more about the Governance Task Force and their recommendations at http://invma.org/ governance-task-force-updates/. If you have any questions, comments, or observations, please feel free to contact the IVMA office at lisa@invma.org or IVMA President, Dr. Maria Cooper, at mcooper1@boah.in.gov. ARTICLE IV OFFICERS Section 1. The elected officers of the IVMA are President, President-Elect, Vice President, Treasurer, and Immediate Past President. Section 2. Qualifications and duties for officers are outlined in the IVMA Position Description for each office in the IVMA Policies and Procedures Manual. Section 3. Election, term and succession for each office are outlined in the IVMA Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Election of Officers in the IVMA Policies and Procedures Manual. Section 4. All offices of the IVMA are declared to be places of honor to which no compensations are attached. Incurred expenses will be reimbursed by the IVMA, as outlined in the SOP Reimbursement of Expenses in the IVMA Policies and Procedures Manual. Section 5. The IVMA Board of Governors will consist of the President, President-elect, Treasurer, Immediate Past President, AVMA Delegate, and AVMA Alternate Delegate. The description of duties of the Board of Governors will be listed in the IVMA Policies and Procedures Manual. ARTICLE V INDIANA DELEGATE AND ALTERNATE DELEGATE TO THE AVMA Section 1. The Delegate and Alternate Delegate to the American Veterinary Medical Association are elected by the membership to represent the interests of the IVMA to the national association. Section 2. The qualifications, election, term, succession, and duties of the Delegate and Alternate Delegate are outlined in the IVMA Policies and Procedures Manual. ARTICLE VI BOARD OF DIRECTORS Section 1. The Board of Directors is the administrative body of the IVMA, and all matters pertaining to the administrative affairs of the IVMA will be referred to it for consideration. The Board will receive the reports of the officers and committees task forces and make such recommendations to the IVMA relative to such reports as it may deem desirable. It will perform such other duties as may be prescribed in the IVMA Policies and Procedures Manual. Section 2. The qualifications, membership, election, term, succession, duties, and meetings of the Board of Directors are outlined in the IVMA Policies and Procedures Manual.
V o l u m e 4 9, N o. 6 P a g e 5 ARTICLE VIII COMMITTEES TASK FORCES Section 1. There will be the following Committees of the IVMA: 1. Executive Subcommittees: 1 Executive 2 Strategic Planning 3 Leadership Development 4 Ethics 2. Financial Subcommittee: 1 Audit and Budget 3. Public Affairs Subcommittees: 1 Animal Welfare 2 Legislative 3 Public Relations 4. Membership Services Subcommittees: Annual Meeting Continuing Education Health and Wellness Membership Section 1. Task forces and working groups will be formed at the direction of the IVMA officers to accomplish the goals of the organization as set by the Board. Section 2. Membership, qualifications and duties for committees task forces are outlined in the IVMA Policies and Procedures Manual. Section 3. Subcommittees may be appointed by Committee Chairs and ad hoc Committees may be designated by the President as defined in the IVMA Policies and Procedures Manual. ARTICLE IX CONSTITUENT ASSOCIATIONS Section 1. To become a Constituent Association and be represented by a member on the Board of Directors, that association must have organizational documents, have at least 20 members, and meet regularly throughout the year. Section 2. Each constituent association electing a representative to the Board of Directors, will notify the Executive Director of the IVMA of the election, not less than 30 days before the annual meeting. Section 3. The IVMA Board of Directors will be comprised of one member elected by each of the following district constituent associations: District 1 Lake and Porter counties District 2 Newton, Jasper, Starke, Pulaski, Benton, White, Cass, Carroll, Tippecanoe, Fountain, Montgomery, Warren, Clinton, Boone, Vermillion, Parke and Hendricks counties District 3 LaPorte, St. Joseph, Elkhart, Kosciusko, and Marshall counties District 4 LaGrange, Steuben, Noble, Dekalb, Whitley, Allen, Wells, Adams, and Jay counties District 5 Fulton, Miami, Wabash, Huntington, Grant, Blackford, Howard and Tipton counties District 6 Veterinary Students at Purdue University School of Veterinary Medicine The IVMA Membership will vote on the proposed Bylaws changes at the IVMA Membership Reception on Friday, March 2, 2018, in Indianapolis. District 7 Vigo, Clay, Putnam, Owen, Sullivan, Greene, Knox, Daviess, and Martin counties
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V o l u m e 4 9, N o. 6 IVMA Bylaws Proposed Changes continued from Page 5 P a g e 7 District 8 Posey, Gibson, Pike, Dubois, Orange, Washington, Harrison, Crawford, Perry, Spencer, Warrick and Vanderburgh District 9 Morgan, Johnson, Monroe, Brown, Bartholomew, Lawrence, Jackson, Jennings, Ripley, Dearborn, Ohio, Switzerland, Jefferson, Scott, Clark, and Floyd counties District 10 Hamilton, Madison, Delaware, Randolph, Hancock, Henry, Wayne, Shelby, Rush, Fayette, Union, Franklin, and Decatur counties District 11 Marion County District 12 Public Health/Regulatory Interest Group District 13 Swine Interest Group District 14 Equine Interest Group District 15 Bovine Interest Group MEMBERSHIP OF THE BOARD Section 1. The Board of Directors shall consist of: 1. The Officers, which includes President, President-elect, Treasurer and AVMA Delegate. The Immediate Past President and the AVMA Alternate Delegate are non-voting ex officio members of the Board of Directors. 2. One representative from three regions of the state. These three regions are defined in the IVMA Policies and Procedures Manual by counties in order to balance representation of IVMA members in each of the three regions. Four At-Large representatives elected by the general membership as defined in the IVMA Policies and Procedures Manual. Section 2. The term of office for each board member shall be for three (3) years with staggered terms of service as defined in the IVMA Policies and Procedures Manual. Section 3. Temporary Language Provision The IVMA Policies and Procedures Manual will detail the succession of board members until 2020 when the implementation of the new composition of the Board is complete. ARTICLE X MEETINGS Section 1. The Annual Meeting will be held at a time, place, and of a duration designated by the Board of Directors. Section 2. Special meetings and Committee meetings may be called as outlined in the IVMA Policies and Procedures Manual. Section 3. Meeting conduct and establishment of quorums for the purpose of voting will be as outlined in the IVMA Policies and Procedures Manual. Section 4. The officers, Board of Directors, and committees task forces of this Association may consider and act by mail or telecommunication medium upon any matter pertaining to the affairs of the IVMA; and when a vote is so recorded in writing and duly entered in the minutes of officers, Board of Directors or committees, task forces it will stand as their official action. Section 5. Any member may request to bring a non-member guest to any IVMA meeting. The IVMA retains the right to exclude any non-member from any IVMA meeting.
P a g e 8 IVMA One Welfare Initiative Cattle Welfare These articles are written and provided as an educational resource by members of the IVMA Animal Welfare Committee. The collective body of articles can be found at www.invma.org. Dairymen, cattlemen and veterinarians are concerned about animal welfare because we have a love for cattle, because it is the right thing to do, and we also see that animals in a good state of welfare express good health and high production. Bovine veterinarians must be committed to the humane treatment of cattle and their welfare. In the Veterinarian s Oath we swear to use our scientific knowledge and skills for the benefit of society through the protection of animal health and welfare, the prevention and relief of animal suffering, the conservation of animal resources, the promotion of public health, and the advancement of medical knowledge. As veterinarians when we walk on a farm or participate in a team meeting one of our primary roles is to be the advocate for the cow. The American Association of Bovine Practitioners (AABP) supports the World Organization for Animal Health (2008) definition that an animal is in good welfare if it is: Healthy Comfortable Well nourished Safe Able to express innate behavior Not suffering from unpleasant states such as pain, fear, and distress Dairymen, cattlemen and veterinarians are concerned about animal welfare because we have a love for cattle, because it is the right thing to do, and we also see that animals in a good state of welfare express good health and high production. Over the past several years, consumer groups are also concerned about animal welfare and want to see that our production animals enjoy good welfare. Milk processors recognize this and are requiring dairy farms to document good welfare practices. It is our job as veterinarians to assist our producers in achieving good welfare in their herds, and to help document that good welfare is taking place. (Continued on next page.) H o o s i e r V e t e r i n a r i a n
V o l u m e 4 9, N o. 6 P a g e 9 Dairy farmers must now document that they do not tail dock their cattle. The AVMA and AABP both oppose tail docking of cattle. The AABP opposes the routine tail docking of cattle. Current scientific literature indicates that routine tail docking provides no benefit to the animal. (AABP Guidelines). The AVMA has a literature review on the Welfare Implications of Tail Docking of Cattle (August 29, 2014). The summary of the AVMA review states, Anecdotal reports of the benefits of tail docking are not currently supported by data in the scientific literature. This AVMA review gives a very detailed assessment of 38 references. Farm management practices that must be documented for milk processors include: Calf care: colostrum management and care of the newborn Cattle handling: document that handlers are trained and practice low stress cattle handling techniques Feeding and nutrition program Proper housing Protocol for identification of sick animals and care of maternity cows and calf delivery Treatment protocols and records Vaccination protocols Castration and dehorning protocols using local anesthetics and pain meds in appropriately aged animals Lameness protocols: Practice lameness scoring and have protocols to diagnose and care for lame animals. Transportation: Guidelines for loading animals and loading densities to minimize undue stress Care of downer and non-ambulatory animals: A written plan must be in place to care for these animals. AABP has a guidance paper used in the development of this plan. Humane euthanasia: AVMA and AABP Guidelines are used in the development of a farm euthanasia plan with criteria to select animals that require euthanasia, who is authorized to perform euthanasia, and the standard operating procedure for euthanasia. Veterinarians must be involved in the development and implantation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and protocols that provide for good welfare of cattle in all of these areas. When good welfare is being practiced we should encourage our clients to be transparent in their farming practices so milk processors and consumers see the care that we provide for our animals.
P a g e 10 Know Your 2018 Candidates for IVMA Office Your candidates for officers in the Indiana Veterinary Medical Association are listed for your review. Candidates will be elected by voice vote at the IVMA Membership Reception on March 2, 2018. PRESIDENT 2018 Dr. Nathan Rich is a 2006 graduate of Purdue University s School of Veterinary Medicine. During his time at Purdue he was an active member of both Purdue s Trap and Skeet Club and Student Chapter of the American Veterinary Medical Association. After graduation in 2006, Dr. Rich joined his father, Dr. Robert Rich, and Dr. Kent Wisecup in their mixed animal practice in New Castle, Indiana. He worked for four years as an associate, practicing small animal medicine exclusively. In January of 2010, Dr. Rich purchased Dr. Wisecup s shares of the practice and achieved his lifelong dream of being a partner with his father in his hometown veterinary practice. Shortly after graduation from Purdue, Dr. Rich decided to become involved in organized veterinary medicine. He began attending his local 10 th district meetings. After about a year of planning and scheduling meetings, Dr. Rich was appointed to the IVMA Board of Directors representing the 10 th district. He has served in that capacity since 2008. Through the encouragement of Dr. Steve Sunbury, Dr. Rich became active in multiple IVMA committees. He was asked to chair the IVMA Membership Committee in 2010 and still does today. In his free time, Dr. Rich enjoys outdoor sports and spending time with his family. He met his wife Katie while studying biology at Purdue. She is a dentist practicing general dentistry in both New Castle and Hagerstown. They have 2 boys, Ben (7) and Sean (4). Their family pets include a Doberman and 3 cats. (Dr. Rich didn t realize cat collecting was his wife s hobby before they got married!) President-elect 2018 Dr. Matt Cantrell completed his 8-year journey at Purdue University in 2010, obtaining his DVM from the College of Veterinary Medicine. While working on his undergraduate degree in Animal Sciences, Dr. Cantrell could often be found at the veterinary school working in the kennels, the medical records department, or clinical pathology. He was also an active member of International Veterinary Student s Association and Omega Tau Sigma, the international veterinary fraternity. In the years following his graduation, Dr. Cantrell worked as an associate in a small animal exclusive practice in Brownsburg, Indiana. While constantly working to improve his skills as a veterinarian those first few years, he also spent time volunteering for the IVMA on the Annual Meeting and Continuing Education Committees. He was also the recipient of the IVMA Achievement Award in 2013 and has been recognized for serving as a board member for a Hendricks County animal rescue group. Dr. Cantrell went on to become one of the first graduates of the IVMA s Power of 10 Training Program and eventually helped organize subsequent classes. Dr. Cantrell continues to be active within these programs, and is also currently serving his 3rd year as an IVMA liaison to Purdue s Veterinary Admissions Committee. In late 2013, together with his wife Megan, Dr. Cantrell realized his near life-long dream of starting a veterinary practice. He continues to try to make a positive and lasting impact on his community through his profession. Following his certification as a canine rehabilitation practitioner (CCRP) in 2015, he has become very active in the rehabilitation community. Mental health and physical fitness are extremely important to Dr. Cantrell, and as such, he spends as much time as possible outside with Megan and their two children, Israel and Ellie. He has completed many 50 mile runs and has even finished a 100 mile run in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. He whole-heartedly believes that all people are truly capable of extraordinary things. H o o s i e r V e t e r i n a r i a n
V o l u m e 4 9, N o. 6 P a g e 11 IVMA Officers 2018 VICE PRESIDENT 2018 Dr. Aaron Smiley Raised on a farm in east central Illinois, Dr. Aaron Smiley achieved his DVM from the University of Illinois in 2007. Dr. Smiley started his career in the western suburbs of Chicago in an equine practice. From there he took a position at Dr. Weldy s mixed animal clinic in Wakarusa, IN before settling in central Indiana. He currently serves as Chief of Staff at Devonshire Veterinary Clinic in Anderson and Geist Station Animal Hospital in Indianapolis. He is also Chief of Staff Advisor for eight VetCor clinics in Indiana and Ohio. Dr. Smiley got his start at IVMA in the inaugural class of the Power of 10. Since then, he has served as Treasurer. Veterinary medicine is going through a significant cultural change because of the rapid consolidation of private practices. I want to help IVMA navigate change so our organization becomes even more relevant to our members as their needs change." Dr. Smiley is the father of four daughters. He and his wife, Kristin, live in Noblesville. Dr. Smiley serves on the board of the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine Alumni Association and has currently serves as Treasure of the IVMA. Treasurer 2018-2020 Dr. Kyle Shipman (PU 15) is the Director of Avian Health and Field Operations at the Indiana State Board of Animal Health. He completed both his undergraduate work and veterinary degree at Purdue University. Prior to veterinary school, Dr. Shipman got his first taste of regulatory medicine when his family s cattle herd in Southeastern Indiana was involved in a bovine Tuberculosis investigation. During veterinary school, he concurrently pursued nine additional courses through Purdue s Veterinary Homeland Security Graduate Certificate Program to expand his knowledge of natural and intentional high-consequence threats to animal health. Despite an interest for the clinical side of veterinary medicine, Dr. Shipman identified his true passion in public health and regulatory medicine early in his professional curriculum, and immediately joined the BOAH team after graduation. Dr. Shipman became involved with the IVMA shortly thereafter, participating in the IVMA s Power of Ten Leadership program in 2015. He now serves as co-chair of the IVMA s Membership Committee, and was appointed to the IVMA Board of Directors representing the 12 th district. Hands down, Dr. Shipman s favorite part of his career is the scope and diversity. He says BOAH s clients are the citizens of Indiana, and their patients include every type and size of animal living here from mouse to cow to elephant. Dr. Shipman considers it a great fortune to work with a team that serves pet owners, livestock producers, dog breeders, fish farmers, food processors, law enforcement agents, human health care workers, and of course, private practicing veterinarians, just to name a handful. He looks forward to further serving Indiana s veterinary industry as IVMA s Treasurer. AVMA Alternate Delegate 2018 2022 Dr. Philip Borst (PU 75) - After graduating from Purdue, Dr. Borst joined his father (Past IVMA President) Dr. Larry Borst at Shelby Street Animal Clinic in Indianapolis where he has practiced small animal medicine for 42 years and is now the practice owner. Dr. Borst has been very active in organized veterinary medicine serving as the past president of the IVMA the Central Indiana Veterinary Medical Association representative for 6 years on the IVMA Board of Directors and served as board chair in 2008. He has served on many IVMA committees. He has been a past president, vice president, secretary and treasurer of CIVMA. He is a member of the AVMA, IVMA, CIVMA, and AAHA. Dr. Borst served as IVMA President in 2013. Dr. Borst has served at the AVMA Alternate Delegate since 2016 and also serves as a board member on the Indiana Animal Health Foundation. He was recognized by the IVMA with the Lifetime Achievement Award in 2016. Continued on page 12.
P a g e 12 Purdue University has been an important part of his life having served as president of the Purdue College of Veterinary Medicine Alumni Association, served under three university presidents on the Purdue President s Council of Advisors, is a past president of the School of Veterinary Medicine Dean s Advisory Board, Cabinet member of the $1.5B Campaign for Purdue University, and is a life member of both the Purdue Alumni Association and the School of Veterinary Medicine Alumni Association. Dr. Borst has been honored by Purdue by receiving the Purdue Alumni Association s National Citizenship Award, and in 2009, received the Diamond P award which is the highest honor given by the Purdue athletic department. Dr. Borst has been and is currently involved in many political, civic and sports activities. He is currently appointed by Governor Holcomb as the chairman of the Indiana Horse Racing Commission. He retired after 28 years on the Indianapolis City- County Council where he had served as president and sponsored major projects including Circle Centre Mall, the RCA Dome, Bankers Life Fieldhouse, and Lucas Oil Stadium. He has served as secretary of the Calvary Lutheran Church, board member of the Indianapolis Convention and Visitors Association, just completed a four year term as a board member of the Indianapolis Airport Authority. He was also named Outstanding Alumnus of Southport High School. Sports activities include local, state, and national events. He is co-chairman of the Big Ten Men s and Women s Basketball tournaments, on the executive committee of the Big Ten Football Championship Game in Lucas Oil Stadium, was a member of the 2012 Super Bowl bid committee, member of the board of directors of the Indiana Basketball Hall of Fame, named Life Member of Board of Directors of the Indiana Sports Corporation, is an NCAA site representative for the NIT basketball championships, and has served on the executive committee for 6 NCAA Men s Final Fours in Indianapolis. Dr. Borst has been married for 37 wonderful years to Jill. They have two sons, Alex and Eric. Congratulations to the Purdue College of Veterinary Medicine Class of 2021! Ninety students attended the Freshmen Stethoscope Dinner hosted by the IVMA and PVAA on Thursday evening, September 7, 2017. Thanks to Patterson Veterinary Supply for generously providing the stethoscopes. Welcome colleagues! H o o s i e r V e t e r i n a r i a n
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Where will YOU be March 1-4, 2018? (hint at the IVMA Annual Meeting!) Small Animal GI Dr. Robert Washabau Equine Dentistry Dr. Bruce Whittle Small Animal Dermatology Dr. Randall Thomas Veterinary Technicians Mr. Harold Davis Practice Management Dr. Jim Weisman and Rori Goldman, JD Thursday, March 1, 2018 The Exhibit Hall will be open from 5:30 7 pm and will feature our Beer Garden event, sponsored by Midwest Veterinary Supply and Boehringer Ingelheim. Small Animal Dentistry Dr. Matthew Lemmons Equine Medicine Dr. Kara Lascola Small Animal Surgery Dr. Kathleen Hamm Lawful and Judicious Drug Therapy Various Presenters Veterinary Technicians Dr. Pete Bill Veterinary Telemedicine Various Presenters Friday, March 2, 2018 Friday evening will again feature the IVMA Membership Reception in Freedom Hall. Registration is $350 for veterinarians for the 4-day meeting and $185 for RVT/ Vet Assistants. This is a great value for 30 hours of CE, Exhibit Hall activities, and online proceedings. Find out more at www.invma.org. The registration deadline is February 14, 2018, for the early-bird fee. Saturday, March 3, 2018 Small Animal Endocrinology Dr. Cynthia Ward Equine Medicine Dr. Ryan Rothenbuhler Small Animal Cardiology Dr. Rebecca Stepien, sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim Behavior Medicine Dr. Martha Smith-Blackmore and Dr. Lyn Freeman Veterinary Wellness Dr. Jen Quammen and Mr. Ryan Smith Food Animal Medicine Dr. Amanda Kreuder Massage chairs will be featured in the IVMA Wellness Area in the Exhibit Hall and are generously sponsored by Henry Schein. Saturday evening will feature Family Game Night from 6:00 8:30 pm. Sunday, March 4, 2018 Small Animal Oncology Dr. Sue Ettinger, sponsored in part by Practivet Small Animal Ophthalmology Dr. Rachel Allbaugh Alternative Livestock Dr. Joerg Mayer Veterinary Technicians Ms. Saralynn Sharp and Dr. Steve Thompson
P a g e 16 Overcoming Communication Challenges Terra Shastri, Manager of Business Development Ontario Veterinary Medical Association Help! We ve been really busy lately and staff are getting frustrated with each other because no one seems to know what is going on and we look really disorganized in front of clients. How do we fix this? While it s great to be busy, it can be challenging to maintain a necessary level of communication between staff. Communication challenges are common for any business, so applying regular team communication opportunities is imperative even when the clinic is busy. Consider implementing the following regular practices to keep the lines of communication open: 1. Team Meetings: Regular team meetings (e.g. every one-to-two months) are needed to discuss practice goals as well as solve any issues and solicit feedback from the rest of the team, especially after busy periods. These present great opportunities to keep the team on track with what is important to the practice and evaluate what can be done better. The meeting format may include: Formally recognizing a team member(s) who went above and beyond (i.e. present them with a gift card or movie pass). Discussing any issues and solutions. Ask for feedback from the rest of the team and decide on a course of action. Presenting a goal for the team (e.g. turning more phone shoppers into clients) and outline what everyone s role will be. Open discussion about any client service solutions and ways of making the client experience even better. Presenting any new ideas or products being introduced into the practice. Recognizing the team as a whole for any of the team accomplishments since the last team meeting. 2. Team Huddles: While regular staff meetings are still necessary, short team huddles on a daily basis promote better communication for the day s events and work to re-focus team members on delivering a high standard of client service. These informal meetings are best scheduled at the beginning of shift changes. For example, the first meeting may be at 7:58 a.m. and the next one at 2:58 p.m. All it takes is two minutes for staff to convene and for the person in charge to review the clients and patients scheduled for the next few hours, highlighting any information which helps to keep everything running smoothly and servicing clients better. It might be, Mrs. Smith will be in with Cody at 10 a.m., a very nervous cocker spaniel. Let s get her into an exam room as soon as possible so Cody is not around other pets coming in. Remind the team about the little things they can do to wow clients. This time can also be used to recognize a team member for doing something well. End the huddle in an upbeat way to send the team away feeling motivated and ready to service clients. 3. Communication Journal: When staff members work overlapping shifts, it can be challenging to ensure pertinent information is being passed on from one team member to the next. A communication journal is a useful tool allowing staff to communicate with each other regarding information they may need throughout their shift in order to deliver a high standard of client service. This is a journal that everyone is expected to read every day at the beginning of their shift and it should remain at a central location. It could include simple messages for the entire team such as, Wednesday October 19 th : please ensure the back door is locked when you leave at night as it was left open last night. Encourage staff to initial each entry in the journal to acknowledge they have read it. The key is to make journal entries a regular habit for everyone. Communication may take some extra effort and time, but the return on investment (i.e. happy clients and informed staff) makes it worth it. The point is to keep the whole team on the same page, and in doing so improve the team and client experience. H o o s i e r V e t e r i n a r i a n
One Welfare Award Nominations Being Accepted The IVMA Animal Welfare Committee is accepting nominations for its 2018 awards. Winners selected will be determined by members of the IVMA Animal Welfare Committee. Awards will be presented during the IVMA Annual Meeting on March 2, 2018. Recipients should be available to receive the award and participate in the public recognition. Nomination information can be found at www.invma.org Categories seeking nominations are: The IVMA One Welfare Animal of the Year Award is presented to salute and promote the animals of Indiana. The nominee must be an animal that exemplifies the affection, loyalty, security, and value of the human-animal bond. The IVMA One Welfare Recognition is presented to pay tribute to an Indiana resident promoting the advancement of animal welfare issues through outstanding service, education, or research, or who provides exemplary care to agricultural animals and/or has significantly improved the welfare of agricultural animals in our state. The IVMA One Welfare Veterinary Service Award is presented to an IVMA member who has demonstrated extraordinary care or service in improving the welfare of Indiana animals. This award recognizes a veterinarians who exemplifies the qualities as presented in the Veterinary Oath. We know there are deserving recipients and great stories out there. Please submit a nomination form today! Learn more at invma.org or call the IVMA office at 317/974-0888. The deadline to submit nominations is December 15, 2017.
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Summer Internship Opportunities at BOAH For college students, summer breaks are an opportunity to gain valuable experiences in various work environments in their field of study. Most veterinary students spend their summers working at clinics or laboratories. Students who spend a summer with the Indiana State Board of Animal Health (BOAH) gain a different experience and perspective in regulatory veterinary medicine where the day-to-day work is very different from traditional practice. Last summer BOAH hosted three student interns from Purdue University. These two veterinary and one animal science students came to BOAH with a passion and curiosity about animal health and willingness to work and learn. BOAH s internship program gave me insight into the world of regulatory medicine and invaluable experiences that have helped me as a veterinary student, said Andrea Bruggeman, a Purdue veterinary student and 2016 and 2017 BOAH intern. I was able to participate in activities that I may never have had the opportunity to otherwise, such as necropsies of tuberculosis-positive cattle. Even if students are interested in private practice, this internship will give them a greater appreciation for what BOAH s staff does to protect Indiana s animals. A BOAH internship is unique in that students are exposed to a wide variety of animal industries, from pets to commercial livestock production, as well as public health and food safety. During the internship students are often involved in uncommon disease investigations, which seem to come along each summer. Some of the most notable cases include: monkey pox in 2003, LCMV in mice in 2012, and influenza in swine in 2013. Most recently, they have been part of the Southeast Indiana bovine tuberculosis investigation. While being in the field and working on animal disease investigations is exciting, students also get their share of office work, including writing reports and entering data. The internship program connects BOAH with future veterinary professionals and has become an important recruiting tool for the agency. Over the years BOAH has hired eight former interns, most recently Dr. Kelli Werling, who serves as District 4 Veterinarian and Swine Programs Director. This internship gave me insights that helped me realize this was the right career path for me. Regulatory veterinary medicine is different from working in a veterinary clinic. The variety of issues and industries appealed to me, Dr. Werling said. I like being involved in policy-making and planning that impact our industries, the economy, the food supply, and public health. Where else can a student get that exposure? Interest in BOAH s internship program has grown, and the applicant pool has become quite competitive, attracting student applicants from across the country. BOAH is gearing up to recruit the 2018 class of interns. Applications for internships will soon be posted online at: www.in.gov/boah/2353.htm. Photo: Andrea Bruggeman, BOAH summer intern 2017, collecting a sample from a sheep head for scrapie testing.