Veterinary Resources & References

Comprehensive collection of professional organizations, study materials, research journals, and clinical references curated for UC Davis DVM students. Everything you need to succeed in veterinary medicine.

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Professional Organizations

Leading veterinary organizations providing networking, advocacy, and professional development opportunities.

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AVMA

American Veterinary Medical Association

The leading professional organization for veterinarians in the United States. Access to continuing education, practice guidelines, advocacy resources, and student membership benefits.

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AAHA

American Animal Hospital Association

Premier organization for companion animal veterinarians and hospitals. Provides standards of care, certification programs, and practice management resources for small animal practitioners.

Professional
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AAVMC

Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges

Represents all 32 accredited North American veterinary medical colleges. Access to admissions information, educational resources, and continuing education opportunities for students and faculty.

Academic
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VIN

Veterinary Information Network

Online professional network for veterinarians offering case discussions, continuing education, and peer consultation. Subscription-based with student rates available.

Subscription
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ACVIM

American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine

Specialty college for veterinary internal medicine with high-quality clinical resources, case reports, and research publications. Valuable for small animal and equine internal medicine reference.

Professional
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UC Davis

UC Davis Veterinary Resources

Institutional resources, teaching hospitals, and specialized labs at UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine.

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UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine

Home Institution

Your veterinary school's main portal. Access to academic calendars, syllabi, library resources, student portals, and institutional policies. The hub for all UC Davis veterinary education resources.

UC Davis
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UC Davis VMTH

Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital

The comprehensive teaching hospital providing clinical rotations for students. Houses facilities for companion animals, equine, livestock, and exotic animal medicine. Clinical case tracking and rotation scheduling portal.

UC Davis
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UC Davis Veterinary Genetics Laboratory

Research & Diagnostic Services

Provides genetic testing and research services. Essential resource for understanding genetic disease screening, inheritance patterns, and genetic testing options for clinical cases.

Research
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UC Davis One Health Institute

Interdisciplinary Research

Promotes collaborative research at the intersection of animal, human, and environmental health. Unique opportunities for students interested in zoonotic diseases, wildlife health, and global health.

Research
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Center for Companion Animal Health

CCAH Clinical Research

Focuses on companion animal health research and evidence-based practice. Access to clinical trials, research updates, and resources specific to companion animal care and disease management.

Clinical
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Study Tools

Study & Board Prep Resources

Test preparation tools, review materials, and practice resources for NAVLE and clinical learning.

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Zuku Learning

NAVLE Preparation · Subscription

Comprehensive NAVLE board exam preparation platform with practice questions, video explanations, and adaptive learning algorithms. Many students find this essential for board certification preparation.

Subscription
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VetPrep

Practice Questions · NAVLE

Extensive question database with detailed explanations covering all NAVLE topics. Used widely by graduating veterinary students for board preparation and clinical knowledge review.

Subscription
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Anatomy Flashcards

Interactive · Board Prep

Comprehensive anatomical flashcard sets covering systems relevant to clinical practice and board exam preparation. Essential for retaining anatomical knowledge across all species.

Internal
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Practice Questions Database

NAVLE-Style · Spaced Repetition

Curated practice questions in NAVLE format with clinical case scenarios. Includes answer explanations and performance tracking to identify weak areas for targeted review.

Internal
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Clinical Skills Videos

UC Davis · Procedural Learning

Video demonstrations of clinical procedures and skills taught throughout the DVM curriculum. Reference materials for reviewing techniques and preparing for practical exams.

UC Davis
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Research

Research & Journals

Peer-reviewed journals, research databases, and evidence-based clinical resources for scholarly inquiry.

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JAVMA

Journal of AVMA · Peer-Reviewed

The premier peer-reviewed journal for veterinary medicine published by the American Veterinary Medical Association. Published twice monthly with original research, case reports, and clinical updates.

Access via UC Davis
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PubMed Veterinary

Biomedical Literature · Free

Search the National Library of Medicine's extensive database of biomedical and veterinary literature. Free access to abstracts and many full-text articles on veterinary research and clinical topics.

Free
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Veterinary Clinics of North America

Review Articles · Clinical Focus

Quarterly review journals organized by species and discipline. Highly focused, in-depth articles on specific clinical topics and evidence-based practice guidelines. Excellent for continuing education.

Subscription
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Merck Veterinary Manual

Reference · Comprehensive · Free

Authoritative, evidence-based clinical reference covering diseases, drugs, and procedures across all veterinary species. Used as a standard reference by practicing veterinarians worldwide.

Free
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IVIS

International Veterinary Information Service

Extensive peer-reviewed veterinary resource with textbooks, conference proceedings, and articles in many languages. Excellent for in-depth topic exploration and comparative veterinary medicine.

Subscription
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Species-Specific Resources

Professional organizations and specialized resources for equine, food animal, exotic, and companion animal medicine.

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AAEP

American Association of Equine Practitioners

Premier organization for equine veterinarians offering continuing education, clinical guidelines, research resources, and networking opportunities. Essential for students pursuing equine medicine.

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AABP

American Association of Bovine Practitioners

Professional organization for cattle veterinarians focusing on beef and dairy practice. Provides continuing education, herd health programs, and evidence-based guidelines for food animal medicine.

Professional
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AZA

Association of Zoos and Aquariums

Professional organization for exotic animal and wildlife veterinarians. Access to wildlife veterinary resources, conservation initiatives, and professional networking for zoo and aquarium medicine.

Professional
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AAFP

American Association of Feline Practitioners

Specialty organization dedicated to feline medicine and surgery. Provides current guidelines on feline-specific diseases, behavioral medicine, and best practices in companion feline care.

Professional
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AAHA Guidelines

Small Animal Standards

Evidence-based clinical guidelines for companion animal medicine covering preventive care, disease management, and surgical standards. Widely used reference for small animal practice protocols.

Professional
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Never Stop Learning

These resources represent the breadth of veterinary knowledge and professional community available to you. Bookmark this page and return often as your learning progresses through the DVM curriculum. Your success depends on staying current with evidence-based practice and engaging with the wider veterinary profession.

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