Category Archives: Veterinarian Licensing
Veterinary Ethics In The Digital Age
The digital age has ushered in many changes in our everyday lives. Many of the things we do regularly can be done solely through the use of technology. Even veterinary medicine can be done online in certain cases, and while this can be convenient, it is also controversial, as it raises ethical and legal… Read More »
Battle Continues Over Veterinary Telemedicine
While the coronavirus pandemic has allowed doctors to care for patients virtually via Zoom and similar video platforms, pets haven’t been allowed the same type of care. That’s because there have been issues with establishing a veterinarian-client relationship. The current laws state that an in-person exam is needed first before any telemedicine in the… Read More »
Florida Veterinarian Accused Of Sexual Abuse Of Dog, Child Porn
Licensed professionals have a huge responsibility. In order to keep their licenses and stay employed in their chosen profession, they must refrain from engaging in immoral or illegal activities that could threaten the status of their license. Sex abuse is an example of a crime that is taken seriously in Florida. When a licensed… Read More »
Veterinarian’s License Suspended for Animal Cruelty
Some professions, such as veterinarians, require licenses. Getting a license can be a huge feat, but hanging onto it can be even harder for some people. Some people engage in crimes and unethical situations that can cause them to lose their license and put their career on the line. A veterinarian in Connecticut recently… Read More »
Veterinarians Could Face Punishment for Not Reporting Animal Abuse
Veterinarians have a huge responsibility when it comes to caring for dogs, cats, birds and other furry and feathered friends. They have an obligation to provide the utmost care to sick and injured pets. Now they may also have an obligation to report animal abuse. Miami Senator Jason Pizzo is backing a bill that… Read More »
Veterinarian, Girlfriend Plead Guilty to Improper Recordkeeping, Controlled Drug Charges
Veterinarians take care of our furry friends. They spent a lot of time in school understanding the proper procedures for caring for animals, as well as recordkeeping, proper use of medication and being an ethical veterinarian. Not all vets take their jobs seriously, though. Some don’t perform proper procedures, which can lead to serious… Read More »
Veterinarian Gets Felony Charge Reversed by Appellate Court
If you are a licensed professional such as a doctor, nurse, professional engineer, dentist, psychologist, real estate broker or veterinarian, it’s a good idea to stay legit and do what you can to hold onto your license. After all, your license is your livelihood. Without it, your employment options are limited and it’s hard… Read More »
Veterinarian Arrested for Sexual Assault
A good veterinarian has the knowledge to care for a variety of injuries and illnesses our pets face. A good vet should also have morals and integrity. They should make their vet clinic a professional place for employees to work. When they don’t, they can face ethical issues in the workplace, which can lead… Read More »
Vet Clinic Closes After Veterinarian’s License is Suspended
It can be sad to hear that your dog’s or cat’s veterinary clinic that you’ve used for ages is shutting down. Sometimes they close down because the veterinarian is retiring. In some cases, they are forced to shut down because of licensing issues. The Board of Veterinary Medicine in Virginia suspended the veterinarian’s license… Read More »
Veterinarian Faces Extended License Suspension for Multiple Charges
Veterinarians have many tasks that they must perform. First of all, they must have a license, which is obtained by passing a state exam. In order to keep this license, a veterinarian must follow the laws and not do anything that can jeopardize their license. A license can be suspended or revoked for many… Read More »
