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AVMA Revises
Veterinarian's Oath
AVMA has revised the Veterinarian’s
Oath—which all graduates of U.S. veterinary schools take—to
stress the importance of animal welfare.
The revision, approved by the AVMA
Executive Board at its meeting this month, is as follows: “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 and welfare,
the prevention and relief of animal suffering, the conservation
of animal resources, the promotion of public health, and the
advancement of medical knowledge.”
“The Veterinarian’s Oath reflects
every veterinarian’s aspirations for themselves and the
veterinary profession,” says Dr. Bruce Nixon, Chair-Elect of the
Animal Welfare Committee. “It’s a promise that each veterinarian
makes at graduation, so these words have tremendous meaning. The
Animal Welfare Committee recommended these changes to emphasize
that veterinarians have responsibilities not only to animal
health but also to animal welfare.”
“These changes make it clear that
the scope of veterinarians’ efforts toward improving animal
welfare include not only treatment, but also prevention of
suffering and promotion of good welfare, which is consistent
with today’s approach to veterinary practice,” adds Dr. Gail
Golab, Director of the AVMA’s Animal Welfare Division. |
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