Day: January 20, 2009

Pharmaceutical trade group members hope veterinarians will learn more about generic drug safety and drug industry issues through a Web site launched in November. Stephanie Batliner, chair of the Generic Animal Drug Alliance, said the Web site will address issues related to generic drugs for large and small animals, pharmaceutical compounding, and organizational positions on legislation such as the Animal Generic Drug User Fee Act of 2008. The site is in its infancy, and the alliance is still determining what other information it will eventually include, she said. Christina Perkins, vice president of marketing and communications for

Suits and ties mixed with cowboy hats and boots during the 54th annual American Association of Equine Practitioners’ 54th Annual Convention, Dec. 6-10, 2008, in San Diego. Attendees from all over the world came, including 3,201 veterinarians, students, and veterinary technicians. Total convention attendance was 6,579. David Foley, AAEP executive director, said he considered the third largest AAEP convention turnout a success in the midst of a staggering economy. Reflecting on a job well done Immediate past president Dr. Eleanor M. Green kicked off the conference, saying it has been an honor to be a part of