Our Committees and programs are great ways to get involved with the GVMA and to help advance the practice of veterinary medicine in Georgia. We always have volunteer opportunities available. The time commitment required varies but we will work with you to find something that fits into your busy schedule.
Volunteer Opportunities
Academy for Continuing Education
The academy develops and coordinates continuing education activities for Georgia veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and staff. Suggestions for speakers, topics, or locations are always welcome.
Chair: Dr. Keith Curcio (678) 835-3300
Wellness Committee
The Wellness Committee’s charter is to identify, verify, assist and support veterinarians, family members or staff members who are impaired by reason of their addiction to or abuse of drugs, including alcohol. The committee also serves as an advocate for the impaired person with the family, state board, peers, employers and government enforcement agencies.
View our Wellness page.
Contact: Dr. Bill Disque (912) 638-9325
Advocacy Committee
This group of dedicated individuals acts as a watchdog for legislation affecting all veterinarians in the state of Georgia. They direct GVMA lobbying efforts, which provides financial support for legislators championing our interest.
Chair: Dr. Vince Obsitnik (770) 487-1338
Student Surgery Program
The GVMA has partnered with Gwinnett Animal Shelter to offer surgical practice to the University of Georgia’s juniors and seniors in the College of Veterinary Medicine. This program helps UGA students gain valuable, hands-on spay/neuter experience while moving abandoned pets one step closer to their forever homes. The surgeries take place on Saturdays once a month from 7:30am-4:00pm. Two supervising veterinarians are needed per event – so please consider volunteering!