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COLLEGE NEWS
PROFESSIONALISM IS ONE OF FIVE PILLARS IN COLLEGE ’ S STRATEGIC PLAN
The College ’ s new strategic plan , Strategy 2020 , includes a focus on professionalism .
including the health and resilience of veterinarians .
This increased focus on professionalism will be guided by input from veterinarians and stakeholders . Council is specifically supporting initiatives which focus on professionalism and self-regulation . This will include areas such as ethics , quality assurance , and quality improvement and continued efforts to assist veterinarians in incorporating these into daily practice .
Other aspects of professionalism include greater attention to non-technical skills ,
TUNE IN TO THE NEW COLLEGE PODCASTS
The College now offers podcasts to provide information to the public and licensed members . The podcasts are audio files which present information on various policies and programs .
Podcasts are posted on the College website at www . cvo . org / podcasts .
Current topics include :
Managing Controlled Substances in Your Practice - College Registrar and Chief Executive Officer Jan Robinson and Practice Advisor Dr . Susan Sabatini provide information on veterinarians ’ responsibilities regarding controlled substances .
Advertising - Associate Registrar Shilo Tooze and Dr . Sabatini discuss professionalism in advertising by veterinarians , including use of testimonials and social media .
The Peer Advisory Conversation - The Registrar and Associate Registrar Dr . Kim Lambert discuss the pilot phase of the program .
Over the next three years , the College will be adding resources and supports to assist veterinarians in achieving professionalism that promotes public protection .
The College looks forward to continued collaboration with veterinarians in identifying issues of professionalism and the regulation of veterinary medicine that require leadership and public attention .
For more information on Strategy 2020 , visit : www . cvo . org / strategy2020 .
The Evolving Scope of Practice of Veterinary Medicine in Ontario - The Registrar and Elise Wickett of the Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians discuss the proposed scope of practice model for the veterinary profession in Ontario .
Watch for new podcasts and listen and learn on various College initiatives .
Available online ...
Discipline Summaries — The outcomes of discipline hearings are public information and are intended to provide a greater understanding of the veterinary profession ’ s accountability to the public . Summaries are posted in the Discipline Orders section of the College website ( www . cvo . org / Discipline-Orders ) and findings are noted on the Public Register . A copy of a disciplinary decision is available by contacting the College . Discipline Summaries recently posted are as follows :
• Dr . Morris Belanger
• Dr . Sangmin Kim
• Dr . Satinder Singh
• Dr . Warren Staples
Get Your Free Decal — The Facility Accreditation Emblem is available for use as a window decal .
www . cvo . org / getdecal
Order yours today ! Let your clients know your facility meets provincial standards and supports safe , quality animal care .
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