Established in 1886, MDVMA is a community of veterinary professionals who are passionate about veterinary medicine and improving the lives of those it touches.
We are the only in-state organization that has the interests of the veterinary medical profession as its sole objective.
Our Mission
To serve as the leader and resource for the Maryland veterinary community through communication, education, advocacy, and support for the advancement of veterinary medicine.
Member Benefits
Communications
Keeping you informed.
MDVMA provides timely news and updates impacting the profession. NewsBytes is our e-newsletter sent out once a month to keep members abreast of headlines, upcoming events, legislative and other relevant news. Member alerts are sent out as urgent issues arise. Make sure you follow us on Facebook & Twitter!
Advocacy
Keeping you protected.
MDVMA is your exclusive advocate ensuring your voice is heard at the state level. No one else protects the way you practice like us. With the guidance and direction of our lobbyist, MDVMA members monitor legislation that impacts Maryland’s veterinary community and profession. In the past few years, MDMVA has impacted the outcome of laws surrounding cat declawing, drug compounding, animal cruelty , and antimicrobial drugs.
Premium CE
Keeping you current through learning.
MDVMA members develop quality, affordable and convenient continuing education for veterinarians, technicians, and practice managers. As a member of MDVMA, your online profile provides you with registration discounts.
Community
Keeping you in touch with colleagues.
Social activities and events allow for MDVMA members to keep their network of colleagues and peers connected. MDVMA understands the day-to-day life veterinarian teams lead and tries to support you with the tools and information to help you stay engaged with one another.
Wellness
Keeping your wellbeing a priority.
The well-being of veterinary professionals is one of the most prominent issues facing the profession today. Whether it is finding a healthy work-life-balance or managing stress and compassion fatigue, MDVMA is committed to providing members with tools and resources to support personal and professional wellbeing.
Career Center
Keeping your staffing needs in mind.
MDVMA’s online career center allows employers and job seekers to post and review positions online. Members receive an automatic discount when creating an account. The career center is free for job seekers. Prices vary for employers posting an ad.
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Step 1:
Become a Member
Step 2:
Get Access to Resources
Step 3:
Build Community
Step 1:
Become a Member
Step 2:
Get Access to Resources
Step 3:
Build Community
Membership Options
Together we can make a difference.
Veterinarians
$
280
/yr.
Government
$
100
/yr.
Academic
$
100
/yr.
Retired
$
100
/yr.
Out-of-State
$
100
/yr.
Technicians
$
25
/yr.
New Grads (2022-23)
FREE
Students
FREE
1st Veterinarian
$
280
/yr.
2nd Veterinarian
$
205
/yr.
3rd Veterinarian
$
205
/yr.
4th Veterinarian
$
180
/yr.
5th Veterinarian
$
180
/yr.
6th Veterinarian
$
155
/yr.
