27 Jan CVMA seeks member input on “veterinary professional associate” concept in Colorado
CVMA is seeking member input on the concept of a "veterinary professional associate" (VPA) in Colorado. CSU's College of Veterinary Medicine is considering developing a degree program for a Master's of Veterinary Clinical Care (MVCC). Graduates would be considered "veterinary professional associates" and would represent a mid-level practitioner in between veterinary technicians and veterinarians. The role of a VPA would be similar to a physician’s assistant in the human medical profession. A VPA would work under the direct supervision of a licensed veterinarian who would have the authority to delegate diagnosis, initiation...