As professor and director at West Virginia University’s School of Medicine, Jeffrey Wimsatt, DVM, PhD, DACLAM, oversees all animal welfare issues pertaining to the university. Heavily involved in animal care and research, Jeffrey Wimsatt, DVM, PhD, DACLAM, maintains membership to numerous professional organizations, one of which includes the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).
Established in 1863, the AVMA is a nonprofit organization that represents more than 80,000 veterinarians that work in academia, private or corporate practice, government, or uniformed services. It strives to protect, promote, and advance the veterinary profession in an ethical manner.
The AVMA hosts several conferences and meetings during the year to keep members connected. The 2016 AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference, which occurred January 7 through 10 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago. Geared toward veterinarians, AVMA delegates and representatives, veterinary technicians, and other industry professionals, this conference highlighted ways for members to become leaders within their profession. Attendees had an opportunity to garner continuing education credit on select educational sessions. The 2017 Conference is scheduled for January 12 through 15, also at the Hyatt Regency Chicago.
