Source: AVMA
In this President’s Column, Dr. Michael Q. Bailey reflects on how collaboration and volunteer service have shaped his career and the Veterinary profession. From his undergraduate years through Veterinary school, residency, and clinical practice, he learned that meaningful progress comes from stepping forward and working together. Now serving as AVMA president, he emphasizes that volunteering is essential to the Association’s success and continued relevance. Volunteers across AVMA leadership, committees, and working groups provide critical expertise and practical insight that guide priorities and strengthen the profession’s impact on animals, people, and communities.
Dr. Bailey highlights that volunteering empowers veterinarians to influence issues important to their practice while offering personal rewards such as purpose, happiness, and professional connections. He encourages colleagues to get involved, reminding them that service helps leave the profession better than they found it. By volunteering, veterinarians can shape the future and ensure the profession thrives for generations.
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