AVMA Hires Medical/Science Writer

Michael San Filippo
Phone: 847-285-6687
Cell: 847-732-6194
e-mail: msanfilippo@avma.org
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

November 21, 2005

AVMA Hires Medical/Science Writer
Schaumburg, Ill.
— As part of its expanded communications initiative, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has hired Kimberly May, DVM, MS, DACVS, as medical/science writer.

Prior to joining the AVMA, Dr. May, a board-certified large animal surgeon, worked in equine surgery positions in South Carolina, Florida, and Virginia. Dr. May graduated from veterinary school at the Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine, Blacksburg, Va., where she later completed her residency and received her master’s degree in large animal surgery.

At the AVMA, Dr. May will be responsible for researching and preparing technical resource materials for AVMA members and the public on issues of current interest to veterinary medicine, such as avian and canine influenza, chronic wasting disease and bovine spongiform encephalopathy (mad cow disease).

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Founded in 1863, the AVMA is one of the oldest and largest veterinary medical organizations in the world, comprised of more than 73,000 member veterinarians engaged in a wide variety of professional activities. AVMA members are dedicated to advancing the science and art of veterinary medicine, including its relationship to public health and agriculture. Visit the AVMA Web site at www.avma.org to learn more about veterinary medicine and animal care, and access up-to-date information on the association’s issues, policies, and activities.