The Southeastern Michigan Veterinary Medical Association developed the SEMVMA Academy to celebrate the commitment of
veterinarians to the continual improvement of their professional knowledge and competence achieved through continuing
education. The Academy is the first institution in the State of Michigan to recognize and reward veterinarians for their
commitment to advance their continuing education.
Applicants must be a member of the SEMVMA, and have earned at least fifty (50) hours of continuing education in scientific sessions
(business management excluded) from January 1 to December 31 of the year the application is being submitted. Applications are evaluated
by the SEMVMA Academy's Membership Committee.
Membership is free of charge. Download your Academy application here!
The following are Academy members recognized in 2010:
Dr. Steve Bailey, Exclusively Cats Veterinary Hospital
Dr. Julie Cappel, Warren Woods Veterinary Hospital
Dr. Jennifer Catalina, Serenity Animal Hospital
Dr. Jill Crisp, VCA Beech Road Animal Hospital
Dr. Brenda Ellens, Animal Emergency Center
Dr. Marj Field, VCA Allen Park Animal Hospital
Dr. Eva Groesbeck, Warren Woods Veterinary Hospital
Dr. Jennifer Khalifah, Warren Woods Veterinary Hospital
Dr. Michelle Meyer, Serenity Animal Hospital
Dr. Karen Michalski, Serenity Animal Hospital
Dr. Kathy Morris-Stillwell, Morris Hospital For Veterinary Services
Dr. Heather Robertson, Animal Emergency
Dr. Julie Sherman, Serenity Animal Hospital
Dr. David Smith, Leader Dogs for The Blind
Dr. Sandy Smith, Animal Health Clinic
Dr. Kelly Wilson, Leader Dogs for The Blind
Dr. Andrea Zelten, Jeffrey Animal Hospital
View previous years Academy Members here
Being admitted to the profession of veterinary medicine, I solemnly swear to use my scientific knowledge and skills for the benefit of
society through the protection of animal health, the relief of animal suffering, the conservation of livestock resources, the promotion
of public health and the advancement of medical knowledge.
I will practice my profession conscientiously, with dignity and in keeping with the principles of veterinary medical ethics.
I accept as a lifelong obligation the continual improvement of my professional knowledge and competence.
Read the above words carefully. This is our professional oath as adopted by the American Veterinary Medical Association in
November 1999. These words encompass the basic beliefs of veterinarians. They are recited at oath and hooding ceremonies during
graduation from colleges of veterinary medicine throughout the United States. The rate of rapid advancements in all areas of
veterinary medicine and surgery prompted the addition of the last sentence.
Continuing education opportunities are available throughout the state, the nation, and in fact, throughout the world. Consider the
achievements made in veterinary medicine in just the last 10-15 years.
As significant advancements continue to be made, improvements in the quality of life for our patients and clients may be realized.
Continuing education is what delivers this advancement into your practice and taught you how to add them to your arsenal of treatment
options.
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