After I started volunteering, I quickly realized how amazing the IVMA is and that we remain one of the foremost state veterinary medical associations in the United States. I’ve made lifelong friendships with some amazing veterinarians, had the opportunity to chair a national task force, and watch the IVMA’s volunteers shape the future of veterinary medicine in Indiana. I am very grateful for the opportunity to serve this profession and “give back” to those that have given so much to me.”

“I volunteer for IVMA because I enjoy giving back to the profession that has given so much to me. I enjoy spending time with friends and colleagues outside my place of business. And I know that what we do right now makes a difference for us now, and perhaps more importantly, for our future colleagues.”

“I am involved in the IVMA because I need a sense of community to thrive in veterinary medicine and I want to always try my best to leave things better, no matter how small, than how I found them.”

“Volunteering with the IVMA gives us a chance to help set policies to benefit IVMA members, the people, communities, and the animals we serve. The other tangibles are staying abreast of veterinary issues, the advancements in the practice of veterinary medicine, and the fellowship with other veterinarians.”

“I volunteer for the IVMA because it keeps me connected to other veterinarians. We support each other, we build each other up, and together we work toward continuous improvement of our profession. We have a team of phenomenal leaders in Indiana, and that team expands every year. Join our team, you won’t regret it!”

“My children are older now and I finally had time to learn more about the professional groups that watch out for our profession. Also, in the past, the leadership of the IVMA and the AVMA had continued to be dominated by men, despite the profession becoming dominated by women. I felt it was important for women to make their voices be heard.”