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About CVMA
The membership of the CVMA is dedicated to the health and well-being of animals through its nurturing of the human-animal bond. The CVMA strives to fulfill the diversified needs of its members by providing nationally recognized, premier CE programs through CVMA U; cultivating membership involvement and collegiality; providing innovative member services and benefits; providing a voice in government affairs, and spreading exemplary public awareness.
Since 1896, the CVMA has continued a proud tradition of providing its members with vital services and programs which have expanded dramatically over a century to meet the ever-changing needs of the veterinary profession and its diverse patients and clients.
Spotlights
March 2026 Newsletter
Mar 2026 | VetConnectChicago, Spotlight
VetConnectChicago is CVMA’s official monthly newsletter filled with relevant information. More.
White Sox Dog Days
Mar 2026 | Public Education, Spotlight
The Public Education (PE) Committee educates people of all ages on caring for their pets and the role of the veterinarian. The first event of 2026 is on April 27. More.
Government Affairs
Mar 2026 | Public Education, Spotlight
llinois is transitioning to electronic certificates of veterinary inspection (ECVIs). As of July 1, 2026, paper CVIs will no longer be supplied or accepted. More.
CommUNITY
Our CVMA community is linked by a common purpose. We are committed to the advancement of veterinary medicine, the welfare of animals, and the public health. Through the CommUNITY program, information is shared with the public to help fulfill this commitment. The following are some of the areas of unification:
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CVMA focuses on our members’ needs and relevancy. Our members—the best in the field of veterinary medicine–drive our organization. Our members have a voice. CVMA is the organization for those practicing in or near the Chicago area. Our member benefits include new Value-Added Member Benefits, the premier CVMA U Education Programs, the CVMA Article Library, the monthly VETConnectChicago official newsletter, Mental Health Wellness, Animal and Owner Aid, the Career Center, Pet-Loss Support, Public Education, Government Affairs, the Find a Veterinarian Tool, and more.
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