The kickoff of the Executive Veterinary Program (EVP) in Small
Animal Health Management brought veterinarians and veterinary hospital
managers from as far as California and North Carolina to the College of
Veterinary Medicine to create their future. During the first of twelve
3-day modules that will compose the two-year program, 22 participants were
guided by presenters from the Institute for Alternative Futures and the
American Veterinary Medical Association to develop a personal and professional
vision for the year 2010 and a plan for achieving it.
Thirty-four veterinarians comprise the latest class to enroll in the Swine EVP. The first module, held in October, covered swine industry trends and information technology.
The Small Animal and Swine EVPs will enhance communication, business, and strategic planning skills. Each will bring scores of nationally recognized experts from academia and industry to lead modules in their areas of expertise. EVP participants benefit from networking and interactions with other veterinary professionals. Homework and group projects are assigned between modules.
For information about the Small Animal EVP, contact: Dr. Lydia Miller, University of Illinois, Veterinary CEPS/Extension, 2938 VMBSB, 2001 S. Lincoln Ave., Urbana, IL 61802; phone: 217/333-2907; e-mail: miller@dpc.net.
For information about the Swine EVP, contact: Dr. Larry Firkins, University of Illinois, Veterinary CEPS/Extension, 2938 VMBSB, 2001 S. Lincoln Ave., Urbana, IL 61802; phone: 217/333-2907; e-mail: firkins@uiuc.edu.
Illinois Veterinary Bulletin
Volume
6, Number 2, November 1998