Are You A Freeloader? - New Mexico Veterinary Medical Association
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Are You A Freeloader? - New Mexico Veterinary Medical Association
“The Voice of Veterinary Medicine in New Mexico” Summer 2016 Are You A Freeloader? It is a fact – most of the benefits that the New Mexico Veterinary Medical Association provides go to everyone, regardless of whether you are a member or not. The Association works hard to promote veterinarians, to protect the veterinary profession, and to educate the public about all of the functions veterinarians perform in our society. Notice this does not say NMVMA member veterinarians. All veterinarians. Did you know the NMVMA provided resources that helped Texas successfully argue a court case that would have allowed for emotional damages for the loss of a dog? Did you know that if this court case had a different outcome, our liability insurance would likely have gone up so much it would have put many of us out of business overnight? The court did not limit the verdict to Association members – it applies to all veterinarians. Did you know the NMVMA Legislative Committee, as well as our lobbyist, spent hundreds of hours in Santa Fe over the last several years successfully preventing chiropractors from being able to treat animals without veterinary oversight? And amending the Anti-Cruelty Bill to avoid harmful unintended consequences for veterinarians? And attempting to strengthen our practice act to prevent anyone calling themselves a veterinarian from getting away with cruelty to animals so heinous it would blacken the name of our entire profession? And increasing the penalty for practicing veterinary medicine without a license so the District Attorney will be more likely to prosecute these cases? That the Association was instrumental in getting the requirement to report controlled drug prescriptions to the Board of Pharmacy lifted? Did you know none of this legislation applies only to NMVMA members? It applies to all veterinarians. Did you know we employ Ms. Tamara Spooner as a part-time employee, even though she works tirelessly and more than full time for the veterinarians in our state? Did you know that if you call our office with a question or request for help, she will do what it takes to help you, and she will do so whether you are a member or not? She helps all veterinarians. Did you know that the NMVMA VetList was founded by the NMVMA with grant money from the Department of Health, and continues to be paid for and sponsored by the NMVMA? When you sign up to join the List it is not required of you that you be an NMVMA member. It is open to all veterinarians. Did you know that the NMVMA provides peer wellness resources for mental health and substance abuse issues? And a Power of 10 program that helps newer graduates develop important life and leadership skills that add value to a practice? And maintains a relief veterinarian list? And a calendar of CE events? And distributes important and often life-saving public health information? And provides final exam survival kits to veterinary students from New Mexico? And represents our state in the AVMA House of Delegates? Did you know we do all of this from a budget that is likely less than that of your individual household? These services do not TABLE OF CONTENTS just benefit NMVMA members. They benefit all veterinarians. There are two ways you can support the NMVMA. First, just join. Pay your dues. We don’t ask much, and our dues are among the lowest in the country for a state veterinary association. Ask your boss to do it for you. If you are a practice owner, make this a benefit for your associates. Second, attend Southwest Veterinary Symposium. Our income from this meeting accounts for about 20% of our annual budget, and we Cont’d. on pg. 2 1 Page 1.................... Are You A Freeloader? Page 3.................... Medical Plan Renewals Page 4.................... Book Review Page 5.................... Power of 10 Page 7.................... NMVMA and Southwest Veterinary Symposium FAQ’s Page 10.................. Locklar’s Laughs Roadrunner • Summer 2016 Cont’d. from pg. 1 DERMATOLOGY FOR ANIMALS Are You A Freeloader? cont’d cannot afford to continue providing all of these services if we do not get the income for this meeting. The amount of money we get is directly related to the number of veterinarians from our state that attend. We understand you have other options. We understand there are a million ways to just get your hours in for free. But there is no other way that allows you to attend absolutely world-class continuing education, with nationally known speakers, hands-on labs, and an atmosphere in which someone greets you at the door every morning with a smile and a piece of candy, while at the same time benefiting every veterinarian in your state. Whether they are a member or not. Think about it for just a minute. Instead of just tossing that renewal aside or in the trash, consider that the Association goes to bat for you every day. And we will continue to do that as long as our budget allows. But if you don’t put that renewal in the mail instead of the trash, someone else is paying us to do that for you. Emily Walker, DVM, NMVMA President www.dermatologyforanimals.com Do you have an atopic patient who’s itch is flaring? Introducing a new treatment for atopic dogs: Canine Atopic Dermatitis Immunotherapeutic (CADI), an IL-31 monoclonal antibody. One injection provides relief for up to a month and can be used in conjunction with other therapies. Albuquerque Albuquerque Animal Emergency Clinic 4000 Montgomery Blvd. NE Phone: (505) 881-7205 Santa Fe Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Center of Santa Fe 2001 Vivigen Way Phone: (505) 474-4380 Rebecca Mount, DVM, DACVD Protect your livelihood with all the right coverage through AVMA PLIT. We are the most trusted source of professional, business and personal coverage for every stage of your career. our expertise is your strength Workers’ Compensation Business Property & Liability • • Employment Practices Liability Umbrella Liability Flood • • Commercial Auto Data Breach Professional Liability • • • • Veterinary License Defense Professional Extension (Animal • Bailee) Embryo & Semen Storage Coverage Safety & Risk • • Management Resources Personal Auto Homeowners • • • Renters Personal Excess (Umbrella) Liability • For a coverage comparison of your entire insurance portfolio to the PLIT program, call 800-228-PLIT (7548) or visit avmaplit.com. 2 Roadrunner • Summer 2016 2016 Medical Plan Renewals Are Just Around the Corner. ARE YOU READY? At least 75% of the medical plans offered in the state of New Mexico will be renewing coverage beginning in October of this year. Here are a few things you should know in order to ensure you are getting the plans and medical expense coverages you desire. • Some insurance companies offering individual medical plans are asking for a 20-30% increase in rates for 2017. If approved, there is a possibility that small group medical insurance rates may be more cost effective than individual medical plan rates. • Be sure to check whether your plan’s deductible is on a Plan Year or Calendar Year accumulation period. Some medical insurance companies are changing this timeline at renewal and it could have a drastic effect on your yearly Out-of-Pocket limits and exposure. • Many companies now offer online and mobile phone doctor “visits” as part of their plan features. If used correctly, these new online services can eliminate the need to see or schedule an appointment with a primary care physician for minor services such as prescriptions refills or treatments for minor ailments. Most of these online services are a low or even no cost benefit to the member as part of their medical insurance plan. • Most insurance companies now allow businesses to offer multiple group medical plan options. If implemented correctly, businesses can provide employees options to better meet their specific needs, and can potentially lower premium costs for the employers. • All individual medical plans are now HMO in design but offer insureds urgent care and emergency room coverage when these services are required while traveling out of the state. • It’s important to understand the differences between individual medical insurance plans sold on and off the New Mexico Health Insurance Exchange (BeWellNM.com). • All individual medical plans (offered both directly from the insurance companies or from the Exchange) as well as small group medical plans, have a built-in fee or commission for agents and brokers. Be sure to seek the advice of an experienced agent or broker to help you through the renewal process. It won’t cost you anything more and will make the process less stressful. Overall, as the Affordable Care Act continues to evolve, we will continue to see an increase in innovative ways to decrease the overall cost of the program, helping to offset costs to employers and members. Knowing and understanding the new laws , regulations and guidelines will not only increase member satisfaction, but could also have a positive effect on your pocketbook. Now is the time to start exploring what options are available and how they can benefit you or your business. Design Concepts and Solutions James Whitson and Jamie Cembrola Executive and Employee Benefit Planning Specialists Allied Member of the New Mexico Veterinary Medical Association [email protected], 505-296-0636, 1-800-992-0636 ,www.designconceptssolutions.com 3 Roadrunner • Summer 2016 What Are You Reading This Summer? Laura Hady, DVM reviews The Harry Bosch Detective Series by Michael Connelly I enjoy reading the Harry Bosch series despite the grizzly crimes described. Harry gets the criminal by old fashioned hardworking detective work with attention to detail. Harry has a sordid upbringing, a tour of duty in Vietnam, and a long climb up the ladder to detective in Hollywood. Harry has a bittersweet personality, which comes out in his selection of jazz music he plays at home and in his car and how he interacts with his various partners. He always heads back to the murder book and reads it page by page to look for missing details. He has been on suspension and inspected by the internal affairs division. However, the police commissioner considers him the best detective in the city. Bosch’s ex-wife Eleanor is an ex FBI profiler. She is raising his daughter in Las Vegas while working the poker tables at night. Harry does not want to be an absent parent and this drives his inner thoughts. Dr. Laura Hady is a New Mexico native who graduated from New Mexico State University with a Bachelor’s in Animal Science in 1991. She went straight to veterinary school and graduated from Colorado State University in 1995. Dr. Hady spent 8 years practicing general veterinary medicine and surgery. There she developed an interest for those animals with arthritis, disc disease, weight problems and orthopedic issues. Dr. Hady became certified in animal rehabilitation from the University of Tennessee in 2003. She has built her animal physical therapy practice by using positive motivation, and current treatment modalities to accomplish the goals in the recovery process. Dr. Hady is currently pursuing board certification through the American College of Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation via the non-traditional practice route. Your degree shouldn’t be a burden; it should be a springboard to follow your true calling and make a difference in the world. But that doesn’t mean your wallet has to suffer. Refinance your student loans and save money in under 15 minutes. NMVMA Allied Industry Partner 4 Roadrunner • Summer 2016 The most recent Power of 10 meeting was held at Smith Veterinary Clinic in Santa Fe on Saturday April 23rd. Dr. Julie Blossom made an outstanding and timely presentation on “Compassion Fatigue” which included information about wellness, stress and suicide. Our first Power of 10 class which will “graduate” later this month, is an extraordinary group of dedicated and energetic young veterinarians. It has been a privilege to get to know them, work with them, and learn from them. The NMVMA will be recruiting for the next Power of 10 class August 1-31, 2016. This is a free program, available to NMVMA members, designed to enrich and develop future leaders. If you are a new graduate (out of veterinary school fifteen years or less) or know of a new graduate, please visit the NMVMA website for more information. The NMVMA would like to thank all of the following for their time, interest and talent in helping and supporting a successful first year of Power of 10! We greatly appreciate their generosity. Kathy Brooks, DVM Steve Hopkins, DVM Bonnie Snyder, DVM Dayna Pauley, DVM Julie Blossom, DVM Emily Walker, DVM Paul Malin, DVM Tim Hanosh, DVM Murt Byrne, DVM Manuel Garcia, DVM Paul Ettestad, DVM Jay Moore of Virbac Rachel Christmas of Royal Canin Heather Prendergast, RVT, CVPM Craig Fischbach of Hills Pet Nutrition Bill Burch of Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica Steve Kraemer of NAI Maestas & Ward Terrie Barber of Elanco Danny Levenson, DVM Smith Veterinary Clinic Eric Burgmaier of Burgmaier and Associates For more information on Compassion Fatigue and Wellness, please visit the PAWS section on the NMVMA website http://www.nmvma.org/?page=nmvmapaws Kathy Brooks, DVM, Tamara Spooner, Tara Miller, DVM, Julie Blossom, DVM, Brandon Herron, DVM, Bonnie Snyder, DVM, PhD, Beth Stowell, DVM, Lauryn Spohn, DVM, Allison Otis, DVM (not pictured Hayley McWilliams, DVM) Julie Blossom, DVM, Brandon Herron, DVM, Kathy Brooks, DVM 5 Allison Otis, DVM, Bonnie Snyder, DVM, PhD Tara Miller, DVM, Beth Stowell, DVM, Lauryn Spohn, DVM Roadrunner • Summer 2016 CENTER LOCATIONS VESCNM Seeking Board Qualified Albuquerque Animal Emergency Clinicor Board Certified and CriticalInternal Care Specialist24/7 inEmergency Small Animal Medicine 4000 Montgomery Blvd NE Veterinary Emergency andAlbuquerque, Specialty Centers is seeking a board qualified or a board NM 87109 certified specialist in small animal internal medicine to join our team of specialists. Phone: (505) 884-3433 VESC is a multi-specialty hospital that is• Fax: open(505) 24/7.984-8705 Our hospital offers specialized [email protected] care in Surgery, Internal Medicine, Cardiology, Dermatology, Physical Therapy, Ophthalmology, Animal Behavior and Acupuncture Veterinary Specialty Referral Center Monta no R San Mateo Blvd Ne The hospitalSurgery was established with the goal of providing advanced | Internal Medicine | Cardiology | Dermatology | Dentistrymedical care to meet the emergency and| specialty needs| Acupuncture of the veterinary community Oncology Animal Behavior | Emergency Medicinein New Mexico and surrounding states. Our role is to strengthen and maximize the relationship between people and their beloved pets by providing Physical Therapy the best specialty veterinary care possible. We are committed to our standards of service excellence and are dedicated to exceeding the expectations of those we serve. We strive to provide our clients with excellent medical care and this is accomplished N through teamwork, respect, compassion, and a strong continuing education program. Specialty Referrals Phone: (505) 883-8387 e VESC has twod Nfacilities, a 15,500 square foot hospital in Albuquerque,Fax: NM(505) and a338-3842 15,000 square foot hospital in Santa Fe, NM. Both hospitals are staffed with excellent team of veterinary technicians and equipped with CT scanner and MRI (Albuquerque) and MRI (Santa Fe), ultrasound, digital x-ray, endoscopy, advanced surgery – including minimally invasive techniques, full inhouse laboratory, and underwater treadmill. The Albuquerque location is currently undergoing a remodel to add an additional 4500 sq ft to the hospital. 25 Carlisle Blvd Ne Albuquerque is a rapidly growing city well known for its culture and outdoor recreation. Located within the Rio Grande Valley beneath the Sandia Mountains, the picturesque landscape and varied terrain make it a popular place for people of all ages. Much of the historic culture of the area can be visited both in town and within a few hours’ drive. Santa Fe, a historic site in its own rite, is known for its large variety of museums, art, festivals, music, theater, and opera. New Mexico also offers numerous outdoor activities including ski resorts within a 2 to 3 hours drive, endlessSanta mountain biking, camping, hiking, fishing and more. Fe Animal Emergency Clinic After Hours Emergency Clinic with credentials accepted by Applicants should be boarded-individuals who have completed residency training or individuals ACVIM. A 4-day work-week, generous salary and benefits package is 2001 offered. Benefits include: health and dental, 401K plan, Vivigen Way vacation, continuing education and professional fees. Santa Fe, NM 87505 Phone: (505) 984-0625 • Fax: (505)www.vescnm.com 984-8705 Please email all inquires to [email protected] and visit our website [email protected] Veterinary Specialty Referral Center Surgery | Internal Medicine | Cardiology | Dermatology | Dentistry Ophthalmology | Animal Behavior | Acupuncture | Emergency Medicine Physical Therapy N Sawmill Rd. Specialty Referrals Phone: (505) 216-3351 Fax: (505) 338-3842 .E . Wa y Dr en Ro de o Pa rk Pa rk eo od W .R Viv ig S.St. Francis Dr. Dr . Rodeo Rd. 6 Roadrunner • Summer 2016 NMVMA and Southwest Veterinary Symposium FAQ’s How is Southwest Veterinary Symposium different from other CE conferences? SWVS is a partnership between five member state Veterinary Medical Associations. The partnership started as Texas, Oklahoma and Louisiana, and then was later bought into by Arkansas and New Mexico. SWVS is the only CE conference in the country in which 100% of the profits are redistributed back to the partner state VMA’s rather than going to a for-profit organization. Why did the partnership form? At the time the SWVS partnership formed, there was considerable pressure from the large companies sponsoring continuing education meetings to consolidate so they could sponsor and travel to fewer meetings, while still getting in front of as many veterinarians as possible. Because it is the sponsorship dollars of these companies that makes registration fees affordable, the state VMA’s responded to this request by not having state association CE meetings in exchange for one large meeting in a central location. Why did the NMVMA decide to join the partnership? In a word, money. The NMVMA had, for many years, continued to struggle to put on a CE conference for New Mexico veterinarians, but it was a hugely expensive endeavor, and the association was losing money they couldn’t afford to lose every year. The NMVMA is a non-profit 501c6, and because of this, losses at a meeting of this type do not help out the organization by being a promotional expense, or going against corporate profits on a tax return. Instead, it was losing a considerable portion of its budget that it needed to provide services to its members. After much thought and discussion, it was decided that the writing was on the wall, and it needed another way to generate income for the organization. How are the profits from SWVS distributed? New Mexico is an equal partner in SWVS. Every year the total profits from the meeting are divided by attendee, and the NMVMA gets a distribution based on how many veterinarians attended from New Mexico. For this reason, New Mexico veterinarians attending SWVS very tangibly and directly affects the Association’s bottom line. Why can’t SWVS be held in New Mexico? There are three major reasons SWVS can never be held in New Mexico. The first is that there is no venue large enough to hold the meeting. The Albuquerque Convention Center does not have even half of the meeting, lab or exhibit space needed to hold the over 4500 people that accompany the Symposium. Meetings would have to be spread out in hotels all over the city, forcing people to travel between sessions to different locations, which is logistically unrealistic. Second, while over 1500 veterinarians attend SWVS every year, over 1000 of these are from Texas. The meeting largely relies on Texas veterinarians to generate the profit that is distributed to all of the states, and if the meeting was held outside of Texas, the number of Texas veterinarians, and thus overall attendance numbers and profits, would drop dramatically. Finally, as Texas was giving up the largest chunk of income by abandoning their annual meeting to join SWVS, it is in the partnership agreement that the meeting will always be held in Texas. Why doesn’t the NMVMA want to provide CE to New Mexico veterinarians in New Mexico? The NMVMA would love nothing more than to be able to hold a meeting the caliber of SWVS in New Mexico, but it is just financially not practical to do so. We have many obligations to meet to serve our members, and it is our responsibility to do what we need to do to meet these financial obligations. At this time, the only way to do that is to be a part of the SWVS partnership. Last year this partnership generated almost $10,000 for the Association, even though only 27 veterinarians attended from our state. Think what we could do if we doubled our attendance! The NMVMA has had a fabulous return on investment from its involvement in the SWVS partnership. The Association even holds one of its annual Board of Directors meetings at the Symposium, so all our board members get a chance to see the Southwest Experience. Everyone who goes wants to go back. We feel this has been a win-win for the Association, as we could never afford to provide such an amazing conference for our members on our own. We understand that not everyone can afford to go to a major conference out of state every year. However, if you are considering one this year, please consider SWVS, and give something back at the same time. 7 Roadrunner • Summer 2016 8 Roadrunner • Summer 2016 Full Time Emergency Veterinarian Needed! $10,000 Sign on Bonus + Paid Relocation The Veterinary Emergency and Specialty Center of New Mexico (VESCNM) is seeking a full time emergency veterinarian for our beautiful, state-of-the art Santa Fe clinic, as well as our Albuquerque clinic. VESCNM offers a variety of specialty services including emergency, surgery, internal medicine, cardiology, physical therapy, acupuncture, dermatology, oncology and animal behavior. The clinic is located in the heart of Santa Fe, within minutes from skiing, hiking and mountain bike trails. Santa Fe boasts a vibrant cultural, art and culinary scene making it a highly desirable relocation destination. VESCNM serves a highly educated, extremely dedicated clientele who expects competent, compassionate and cutting edge care for their pets. We are thus looking for an emergency veterinarian who possesses excellent medical and surgical skills, enthusiasm, compassion and a desire to offer the community the best veterinary experience possible. VESCNM offers generous compensation which includes a base salary plus production, health and dental insurance, CE, membership dues and a 401K plan. The rotating emergency schedule allowing for significant blocks of free time and semi annual vacation stipends are provided. Interested candidates should email a resume and cover letter to [email protected] Breathe easy. Ensure the safety of your staff and patients with precise and efficient anesthesia equipment performance. BOOK YOUR FALL ANESTHESIA MACHINE APPOINTMENTS FOR: INSPECTION • TESTING CALIBRATION • REPAIR • SALES www.AnesthesiaRepair.com (800) 981-6503 9 Proudly serving the New Mexico veterinary community since 1999 Roadrunner • Summer 2016 Locklar’s Laughs New Listing! Albuquerque Solo doctor practice grossing $840K+, growing substantially annually, recently remodeled facility, $170K available owner salary, $125 ATC. Practice & Real Estate for Sale. [email protected] • 912.230.3389 New Listing! Santa Fe Area! Grossing approximately $600K, real estate only $350K. Call today to begin building a future for yourself & your family. [email protected] • 912.230.3389 New Listing! 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Practice Sales Advisors www.PracticeSalesAdvisors.com 844.4.PSA.HELP or 912.230.3389 [email protected] PV150112 (9/14) To learn more about Signature Solutions products and services contact your Patterson representative, visit pattersonvet.com or call 800.225.7911. 10 16PV0036 b (12/15) ePetHealth/EquiHealth | DIA | Preventative Maintenance Program | Anesthesia Vaporizer Service Anesthesia Technical Support Hotline | eShelf | Patterson Veterinary University VetSource | Specialty Sales Force | Patterson 3D Design Service | Software Connection Guiding Practice Success | PattLock | Patterson Veterinary Marketing Toolkit Roadrunner • Summer 2016 CALENDAR OF EVENTS Sept. 29 - Oct. 2, 2016 SWVS Ft. Worth, TX Ft. Worth Convention Center New Mexico Veterinary Medical Association 60 Placitas Trail Rd. / Placitas, NM 87043 • Phone 505-867-6373 / Fax 505-771-8963 Officers and Directors for 2015-2016 OFFICERS President Emily Walker, DVM Albuquerque Cat Clinic 7007 Jefferson St. NE Ste D2 Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-323-1460 [email protected] President-Elect Daniel Levenson, DVM Southwest Veterinary Medical Center 2469 Corrales Rd Ste B-1 Corrales, NM 87048 505-890-8810 [email protected] Secretary-Treasurer Bonnie Snyder, DVM, Ph D. CNM Veterinary Technology Program 5716 Isleta Blvd SW Albuquerque, NM 87105 505-224-5043 [email protected] Immediate Past President Manuel Garcia, DVM San Juan Veterinary Hospital 167 S. Browning Parkway Farmington, NM 87401 505-326-2205 [email protected] 11 DIRECTORS Northeast District Julie Blossom, DVM Smith Veterinary Hospital 600 Alta Vista Santa Fe, NM 87505 Northwest District Jennifer Bracken, DVM Animal Haven Clinic 822 E. Main Farmington, NM 87401 505-325-8829 [email protected] Southeast District Katie Larsen, DVM Artesia Animal Clinic 110 W. Mahone Artesia, NM 88210 575-748-2042 [email protected] Southwest District Jonathan Morrow, DVM Animal Hospital of Las Cruces 3171 N. Main St Las Cruces, NM 88001 575-541-6610 [email protected] Central District Anne Hale, DVM VESCNM 4000 Montgomery Blvd. NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 505-884-3433 [email protected] AVMA Delegate Lawrence D. Young, DVM 110 West Mahone Artesia, NM 88210 575-748-2042 [email protected] Director at Large Ross LeClaire, DVM, Ph D., DABT The Translational Bridge. LLC 12 El Dorado Road Corrales, NM 87048 505-948-8513 [email protected] AVMA Alternate Delegate T. Murt Byrne, DVM 20 Chamisa Drive N Santa Fe, NM 87508 505-466-0650 [email protected] Director at Large Julia Skains,, DVM Good Shephers Animal Clinic 4601 Menaul NE Albuquerque, NM 87110 505-884-3200 [email protected] Roadrunner • Summer 2016
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