sfvma

THE SFVMA WELCOMES YOU TO OUR WEBSITE!

The South Florida Veterinary Medical Association (SFVMA) was organized in the 1950's and became incorporated in 1965 with the focus to represent the veterinary profession within the Miami- Dade and Monroe Counties of South Florida. With the realization that only through organized veterinary medicine can a significant local, state and nationwide impact be made when issues relevant to veterinary medicine come to the forefront, the SFVMA strives to protect, promote and strengthen the profession.

The Association takes great pride in its diverse membership and in being one of the largest associations in the State of Florida. As the only local veterinary medical association in the State of Florida with a committee of continuing existence and a non-profit foundation (South Florida Veterinary Foundation), the SFVMA maintains a strong commitment to its mission to promote the advancement of veterinary medicine, animal health, public health and the human animal bond in South Florida through the use of scientific knowledge and skill.

Benefits to SFVMA members are numerous, including access to informational resources, opportunities for continuing education, opportunities for professional interaction, the exchange of ideas and networking, and access to channels of communication with regulatory agencies.

We welcome your participation to support the profession in your local community. If you are a veterinarian we invite you to become a member.

Welcome to our association!

SFVMA Points of Interest!

CALENDAR EVENTS

To view the calendar for scheduled meetings, please click here.

HAPPY HOUR SOCIAL

The SFVMA invites all veterinarians, staff, family and friends to :

CLUB 50 at VICEROY HOTEL

WHEN: Tuesday, February 9th, 2010

WHERE: Viceroy Hotel

485 Brickell Avenue

Miami, FL 33131

Time: 6 pm- 9 pm

A portion of proceeds from the event go to benefit the South Florida Veterinary Foundation

The SFVF's Project Unleashed is in need of pet food

Looking for an easy way to give back to our people & pet community? The SFVF is hoping that you'll participate in our ongoing Project Unleashed Pet Food Drive. With our next outreach just a few weeks away, we could really use your help in gathering pet food donations. We've found the easiest and best way to do this is to put a box in your clinic's lobby for pet food donations. This way your clients can simply bring in and donate pet food (both dog and cat food) on their next visit to your office. It's preferable that dog food be dry and not canned as our homeless community members often do not have access to a can-opener which is required for most dog food cans. However, wet dog food is welcome as long as the can has a pull tab for easy opening.

The pet food is delivered to our homeless community and their pets on an on going basis -- sidewalk-to-sidewalk service (like door-to- door!). We can't tell you how much it means to those individuals who's pets benefit from the food donations. You'll have to volunteer with us one day to see the smile on their faces!

If you'd like to participate, simply put a box in your lobby with "Donate Dog and Cat Food" sign (click here to download this sign). Then, when you've collected some food, send an e-mail to dhoult@sfvet.org or call 305-397-8160 to schedule pick up of the food donations. It's that easy and makes a huge difference!

CONTINUING EDUCATION MEETING
	Wednesday February 24th, 2010 *2010 Veterinary Pharmacy* PRESENTED BY: Skip Lenz Pharm.D. F.A.S.C.P. LOCATION: Bank United Center - Hurricane 100, 1245 Dauer Drive, Coral Gables TIME:6:30 - 7:15 p.m. Registration and Dinner - 7:30 p.m. Lecture COST:SFVMA members free - Non-members $135 - (Veterinarians only and this includes 2010 membership) Note: This meeting fulfills the Florida Pharmacy CE Requirement RSVP by February 17th to Ms. Dee Hoult dhoult@sfvet.org or 305-397-8160
PETS AND VETS "PACK"
The SFVMA along with the South Florida Veterinary Foundation (SFVF) have joined forces again through our Pets & Vets "pack" and will be walking at the Humane Society of Greater Miami -Walk for the Animals. This walk will take place on Saturday, February 20, 2010. Last year we raised approximately $3200 for the Humane Society of Greater Miami. We would like to beat that amount this year. We ask that you please donate to our pack, this can be easily done at the following website: www.firstgiving.com/sfvf If you are interested in joining our "pack" please contact: Dr. Millie Rosales (gatorvet2000@aol.com) or Dee Hoult (dhoult@sfvet.org). The Pets & Vets pack will also have a booth at the event to help answer any veterinary related questions pet owners may have. We hope you will support our pack!

South Florida Veterinary Medical Association Miami, Florida.