Ohio Veterinary Medical Association

05/28/2026

"Will seeking help affect my license?"

This is one of the most common questions veterinary professionals ask, and the Veterinary Safe Haven Program provides the answer: Confidentiality. 🛡️

Through this program, Ohio veterinary professionals can seek assistance for behavioral health or substance use concerns with the peace of mind that their participation is confidential to the fullest extent of the law. As long as you remain compliant with the program and are not a risk to yourself or others, your journey toward wellness remains private—away from regulatory awareness.

Don't let fear stand in the way of your health. The Safe Haven program is a protected space for you to heal, recover, and return to providing the best care for your patients.

Learn more about how OhioPHP protects your privacy while supporting your recovery. 👉 https://www.ohiophp.org/veterinarysafehaven

05/27/2026

Join OVMA Executive Director Chris Henney and OVMA Government Relations Counsel Michael Guastella for the next quarterly townhall to get updates on Statehouse activity, new and pending legislation, and anything else relevant to your interests.

EVENT DETAILS
🗓️ Friday, June 19
⏱️ 12 – 1 p.m.
🖥️ Online

Log in to the OVMA Members Only Center at members.ohiovma.org and click on the Legislative featured tile to sign up!

05/25/2026

Providing high-quality mental health and work-life support shouldn’t break the bank. 💰

The OVMA EAP through Curalinc offers two flexible, flat-rate annual plans designed specifically for veterinary practices. For one low yearly fee, your entire team gains access to professional counseling and unlimited work-life resources.

🔹 3-Session Plan: Starts at just $500/year for up to 50 employees.
🔹 5-Session Plan: Starts at $650/year for up to 50 employees.

No co-pays, no hidden fees—just comprehensive support for your staff and their families.

Protect your most valuable asset—your team.

👉 View the full pricing schedule and enroll today at www.ohiovma.org/EAP (https://www.ohiovma.org/EAP)

05/22/2026

Volunteers Needed for the 2026 Ohio State Fair! 🐄

Be part of something NEW at this year’s Fair! The OVMA Animal Life & Learning Center is moving into a BRAND NEW indoor, temperature-controlled exhibit space — and we need YOU to help bring it to life!

When? July 29 – August 9, 2026

Who? OVMA members in good standing

Volunteer Perks Include - FREE OVMA branded scrub top, FREE Fair admission and FREE parking.

Volunteer for MORE than one shift and unlock additional incentives including: Fair concert tickets, recognition for you AND your practice on OVMA social media, and MORE! For more volunteer incentive details, visit the OVMA Members Only Center.

This is your chance to connect with fairgoers, promote the veterinary profession, and experience the excitement of the Ohio State Fair in a whole new way!

Volunteer NOW and help us make this exciting new exhibit a success! Sign up here:

Join us in representing OVMA at the Ohio State Fair! We’re seeking enthusiastic volunteers to support our exhibit from July 29 through August 9. Flexible 3- and 4-hour shifts are available, and doctors are welcome to sign up for multiple shifts based on their availability. This is a great opportun...

05/21/2026

So far this year, more than 30 individuals have earned their Ohio certified veterinary assistant credential through OVMA's certification program! During Approved Veterinary Assistant Week—and every day—we recognize them for their hard work and dedication to their practices, patients, clients and, most importantly, themselves.

OVMA is proud to offer the CVA training program in partnership with Patterson Veterinary Academy. If you'd like to learn more and enroll your staff in this self-paced program, please visit https://ohiovma.org/cva.

05/20/2026

Why should your practice enroll in the OVMA Employee Assistance Program? Here are 5 reasons why it’s a game-changer for veterinary teams:

1️⃣ Mental Health Support: Immediate access to master’s-level clinicians for stress, anxiety, and depression.
2️⃣ Financial Savings: Employees save money with the SupportLinc Savings Center and free financial coaching.
3️⃣ Increased Productivity: When personal stressors are managed, teams can focus better on patient care.
4️⃣ Confidentiality Guaranteed: A 100% HIPAA-compliant space for staff to seek help without stigma.
5️⃣ Family Coverage: Benefits extend to qualified dependents, ensuring peace of mind at home.

Support your team so they can keep doing what they love. 🐾

👉 Sign up by June 1 to get the full year of benefits, starting at only $500: www.ohiovma.org/EAP (https://www.ohiovma.org/EAP)

05/18/2026

🐾 Help inspire the next generation of veterinarians at the 2026 Ohio State Fair!

The OVMA is seeking DVM volunteers for the new OVMA Life & Learning Center, July 29–August 9, 2026. Connect with fairgoers, share your experiences, and showcase the impact of veterinary medicine across Ohio.

Volunteers receive free parking, fair admission for family, a meal voucher, and an exclusive OVMA scrub top. Flexible shifts available — training provided!

Open to current OVMA members.

Sign up here: https://postly.click/LbW

Questions? Contact Mia Cunningham at [email protected].

Join us in representing OVMA at the Ohio State Fair! We’re seeking enthusiastic volunteers to support our exhibit from July 29 through August 9. Flexible 3- and 4-hour shifts are available, and doctors are welcome to sign up for multiple shifts based on their availability. This is a great opportun...

05/18/2026

If you are a veterinary professional in Ohio, your wellbeing is a priority—during Mental Health Awareness Month AND year round. 🐾

The Veterinary Safe Haven Program through OPHP was specifically designed by the veterinary licensing board to provide a supportive path for licensees and applicants facing burnout, mental health challenges, and substance use disorders.

Whether you are a veterinarian, a technician, or a student applicant, this program offers a therapeutic alternative to traditional regulatory action. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, you don’t have to navigate it alone—and you don't have to wait until a crisis occurs to seek help.

Schedule a confidential well-being screening 👉 https://www.ohiophp.org/veterinarysafehaven