Advance your expertise while earning six (6) RACE approved CE hours per successful completion of each CVMA U course. Stay up-to-the-minute with current, relevant information presented by renown experts in the field of veterinary medicine. Attendees are sent electronic student notes provided by the instructor. CVMA U has premier face-to-face and online courses to meet your learning needs.  

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New Sponsorships for 2026

Are you a vendor looking to elevate your brand, connect with your target audience, and gain valuable exposure? CVMA offers exclusive sponsorship opportunities designed to put your business front and center…

 

2026 Sponsorship

Wings Meeting

The CVMA provides a Pet Loss Support Group called Wings. It meets virtually at 7:30 PM on the first Wednesdays of each month via Zoom Meetings. Click HERE for more information.

 
 
Pet Loss Support

Find A Veterinarian

Chicago Veterinary Medical Association’s “Find a Veterinarian” tool is specifically designed for the Chicago area and suburbs.

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Benefits of Membership

Member Benefits: CVMA provides animal care professions with forward-thinking insights and a robust professional network to lead animal wellness and care into the future.

 

Member Benefits

Current Veterinary News

RSS Feeds from AVMA and the CDC

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

Rolling Out CVT Low-Cost Membership and Course Rates

May 2026 | VetConnectChicago, Spotlight

CVMA is excited to roll out our CVT low-cost $30 membership.  CVT members receive deep course discounts and receive all the Value-Added Member Benefits of the Association.  More.

Upcoming CVMA U Courses

May 2026 | Education, Spotlight

Enroll now for Parasitology and Toxicology, taking place on May 6 and on June 17. Each course is worth six (6) RACE credit hours.  Take advantage of our Member rates.  Not a Member?  Join today.  More.

Government Affairs

May 2026 | Government Affairs, Spotlight

Dr. Karen Woodard, CVMA Secretary and Government Affairs Chair, has met with Illinois representatives on the Hill regarding illegal Xylazine. CVMA has provided a sample letter to personalize and to submit to the  appropriate  lawmaker. 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:

Pet and Owner Aid 

LinkShare

Public Education 

Find a Veterinarian 

CVMA U

Premier Continuing Education

Advance your expertise while earning six (6) RACE approved CE hours per successful completion of each CVMA U course developed for veterinary professionals.  Stay up-to-the-minute with current, relevant information presented by renown experts in the field of veterinary medicine. Attendees are sent electronic student notes provided by the instructor. CVMA U has premier face-to-face and online courses to meet your learning needs.

Membership

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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