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July 2025 e-News
President's Message
Stephanie Janeczko, CAWA, DVM, MS, DABVP (Shelter Medicine Practice, Canine & Feline Practice), President
Happy summer, friends!
I’ve always had a soft spot for summer… I can break out my flip flops, enjoy the longer days, and maybe sneak in a quick trip or two to beach. Plus fireflies never fail to make me smile!
But of all the reasons I love summer, the one at the top of my list is that it’s my season for connecting with family, friends, and colleagues. This year, I get to do that in a new way as Io step into the role of President this July 1st.
ABVP is an incredible group of veterinarians who go above and beyond: for your patients, for your clients, for your colleagues, and for the field. Whether you’ve been a Diplomate for decades or have just recently achieved your certification, thank you for all you do. Your efforts are seen and appreciated, and ABVP would not be the organization it is without your contributions.
It’s my honor to serve as President and I am committed to leaving ABVP better than I found – which is a tall order owing to the impressive leadership of those who’ve come before me! Many of you generously volunteer your time to support ABVP itself, including members of our Board of Directors, Regents, and committee chairs and members. Your volunteerism is truly the lifeblood of ABVP. If you haven’t yet put your hand up to volunteer, please get involved! It’s a great opportunity for continued professional development, forging connections with peers, and a chance to pay it forward for those who will follow us.
I hope these summer months bring you all time to connect with family and friends, to focus on what brings you joy, and an opportunity to relax.
Your July MOC Update
Sonnya Dennis, DVM, DABVP (Canine & Feline Practice), MOC Chair
MOC Tip from your Vice Chairs: Remember to put all of your CE in the Required CE Category before submitting them in the Additional Points Category. Once your applications for points have been approved, the system will alert you if you have already met your point requirement in non-RVS CE. At that point, you can put non-RVS CE in the Additional Points Category while still uploading RVS CE to the Required CE Category.
Tip from your MOC Chair: PLEASE check for duplicates BEFORE submitting your renewal form. It is killing me and slowing the approval process. Lots of love and best regards from your frazzled MOC Chair. :)
QUICK LINKS
MOC webpage, Journal Club, add me to the Google Group/Listserv!
Technical issues with Prolydian?
If you have a simple technical issue please contact Prolydian at support+abvp@prolydian.com before emailing info@abvp.com.
Question about your MOC? Contact your MOC RVS Vice Chair first. The email addresses are below and in the MOC Handbook.
Diversity Equity Inclusion and Wellbeing (DEIW) Corner
Nik Weber, DVM, DABVP (Canine & FelinePractice, Avian Practice), DEI Chair
Know Your Rights - As veterinary professionals, we are committed not only to the health and welfare of animals but also to fostering safe, ethical, and legally compliant workplaces for all staff and clients. In today’s complex regulatory environment, it is more important than ever to understand how federal enforcement actions—particularly those involving U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)—could potentially impact veterinary practices. To support our members and their teams, we are sharing this Zoom session scheduled for July 29th and hosted by the Multicultural Veterinary Medical Association (MCVMA) and the Association of Asian Veterinary Medical Professionals (AAVMP). This session is designed to provide clear, factual guidance about what to do—and what not to do—should ICE agents enter your clinic, whether you’re a practice owner, associate, or staff member.
Social Media Assistance Needed
Jerry Rusch, DVM, DABVP (Beef Cattle), Outreach Chair
The Outreach Committee is looking for volunteer assistance with Social
Media posts for Facebook and Instagram. Our goal is to do 3 posts a week
focusing on the accomplishments of current ABVP Diplomates and other
pertinent releases related to ABVP and the veterinary profession. The goal
is to use a professional, yet lighthearted tone to help position ABVP as an
industry and thought leader while remaining approaching.
Please contact Jerry Rusch for further information.
State/Province CE Licensure Requirements
Mike Dutton, MS, DVM, DABVP, CE Chair
Update on last month's poll about mandatory CE topics for State Licensure. The poll had 12 respondents with most indicating there were not mandatory topics (e.g., opioids, record keeping) for their jurisdiction. As such, the CE committee will not develop CE for these topics.
Thank you for your input.
71st Annual AAEP Convention
Manuel Himenes, DVM, DABVP (Equine), Equine Regent
Hello fellow Diplomates! I hope you all had a great fourth of July, spending time with friends and family.
Hope to see many of you at the AAEP breakfast in December and feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns.
Dates: December 6-10, 2025
Location: Colorado Convention Center in Denver, CO
Breakfast will be on December 8th from 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM in room 202 for ABVP Equine Diplomates. For more information about the AAEP Conference, please visit their website.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
ABVP VIN Rounds
ABVP is happy to partner with VIN to make Rounds available to all ABVP Diplomates. You must be a VIN member and/or an ABVP Diplomate to attend. Those who attend the live session earn 1 hour of CE credit. Sessions are also recorded for viewing later with NO CE credit attached.
Save The Dates!
Sunday, July 27, 8 PM Central Time
Bunnies with Bunions: Addressing Pododermatitis in Rabbits
Marc Silpa, BVM&S, DABVP (Exotic Companion Mammal)
Thursday, August 14, 8 PM Central Time
How to Lit Review Like a Boss and Use Carpenter’s Formulary Like a Pro!
Heather A. Bjornebo, DVM, DABVP (Reptile/Amphibian Practice), CertAqV
Thursday, September 4, 8 PM Central Time
The Old Cat With Weight Loss and Normal Bloodwork
Brittany Cacciottoli, DVM, DABVP (Feline Practice)
If you have not received access to VIN, please email VIN directly at rounds@vin.com. ABVP cannot assist with access since Rounds are on the VIN platform.
If you are a newer Diplomate and interested in presenting, please email vinrounds@abvp.com. Each lecture is about 50 minutes long and you will need to keep an eye on your lecture's message board after the lecture for a couple of weeks. VIN will pay you for your lecture. ABVP will help you with your lecture by assigning you a mentor, if you would like.
Residency and Job Postings
Don’t forget that ABVP has classified listings for open positions all over the world!
December 31, 2025
- Final date to be called a Diplomate for those who failed to MOC on time
January 15, 2026
Credentials deadline for both Initial Applications and Re-Applications. All documentation must be submitted online by 11:59 PM Central Time
Swine Health Management Entry Exam registration and fee deadline. Registration must be completed online account by 11:59 PM Central Time
Semi-Annual Residency Logs deadline. Logs must be submitted online by 11:59 PM Central Time
April 9-12, 2026
- ABVP Symposium, Boston, Massachusetts
July 1, 2026
- 2026-2027 Diplomate and Emeritus Diplomate fees payable
July 15, 2026
Semi-Annual Residency Logs deadline. Logs must be submitted online by 11:59 PM Central Time
MOC Renewal Applications deadline
