AAAP Histopathology Interest Group Request for Histology Case Submissions

Deadline: May 4th

Join us for the inaugural AAAP avian histopathology interest group virtual session to be held on Thursday June 1 from 9am-noon EST.  Dr. Luke Borst will serve as keynote speaker with his presentation on “Gross lesions and histopathology of Enterococcus cecorum infection in poultry.” Potential speakers are asked to submit a title or a brief abstract (less than 100 words) of an interesting histology case to Dr. Rob Porter at [email protected]. The submitted presentations will be accepted in order until all slots are filled. The deadline for abstract submission is Thursday May 4. Cases might present a new histological finding, a diagnostic conundrum, or a classical poultry condition. The chosen abstracts can then be presented as either a powerpoint and/or full description of a digitized histology slide. This is a great opportunity for either a pathology resident or the most seasoned diagnostician to present findings. We will encourage selected presenters to download a single digitized slide on the AAAP histology repository by two weeks prior to the virtual meeting.  This will allow all registered participants to view various slides prior to the virtual session. Please keep in mind that sharing a digitized histology slide with your colleagues is encouraged, but not required.

The slide session will be held prior to the AAAP meeting in order to reduce conflict with other committee meetings, allow for broader attendance and to provide ample time for discussion. Field veterinarians are encouraged to attend.

FFAR & AAVMC Open Applications for 
2023 FFAR Veterinary Student Research Fellowship

WASHINGTON (March 15, 2023) – Veterinarians with experience in medicine, animal sciences and public health add unique perspectives to solving critical food and agriculture challenges. To support the development of future veterinary researchers, the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR) and the American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) are seeking applications for FFAR’s Veterinary Student Research Fellowships (FFAR Vet Fellows), a fellowship supporting veterinary student research at the interface of food-animal production. 

Veterinary science is critical to solving challenges affecting nutritional security, environmental sustainability and public health. However, most fellowships available to veterinary students are limited to traditional biomedical research, with limited opportunity to conduct research outside that scope. To ensure students are informed of the numerous opportunities for veterinarians, FFAR and AAVMC established the FFAR Vet Fellows in 2018 to support veterinary student research ranging from climate change to pandemic prevention. The three-month fellowship prepares fellows for multi-faceted careers in science and public service. The fellows complete their research with a qualified mentor and present their findings at the annual Veterinary Scholars Symposium.  

2023 AAAP Annual Meeting Program

Don't miss this first look at the 2023 AAAP Annual meeting program!

2023 AAAP Annual Meeting Program

AASV check in tool: emotional well-being after depop / AVMA AXON course on psych impacts of depop

Following the AAAP AWC meeting in Atlanta, there has been some discussion regarding the availability of tools and support from AAAP to ensure that members can communicate about their experiences, frustrations, etc. after depopulation. We know that the last 13 months have not been easy for the industry for many of our members, and for those directly involved in depopulation implementation. Making sure that people have an outlet to talk and a safe forum for support is really important.

To that end, AASV has produced some very thoughtful and useful documents for their members, including the one linked below. It is a ‘check-in tool’ to use to assess the resiliency and emotional wellness of individuals/teams involved in depopulation measures. While it was originally developed for swine vets, the application of this tool in poultry teams and companies could be very beneficial.

Poultry Health Internship with Michael Food Inc.

Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. This is a summer internship for a student interested in poultry health located in Wakefield, Nebraska. The student will be trained in proper necropsy techniques, sampling techniques, biosecurity, and other opportunities as they arise. 

Internship Overview
Location: Wakefield, NE
Species: Egg layer chickens
--Preceptorship (2-3 week commitment)
--Summer Internship (8 weeks commitment)
--Paid Internship? Yes
--Housing Available? Yes
--Deadline to apply: Ongoing
--Contact person: Dr. Julie Kelly at [email protected]
--Other information: Housing provided as available, lunch provided, most transportation available

2023 AAAP Annual Meeting: Keynote Speaker

Join us for the 2023 AAAP Keynote Address given by Dr. David Swayne! Dr. Swayne will present his talk "The Global Changing Landscape of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza" on Sunday, June 11th, 8:15 - 9:00AM in the Champions Ballroom of the Sawgrass Marriott. Don't miss it!

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AAAP Nominations Committee's Slate of Candidates and Call for Further Student Nominations
Deadline for Nominations is March 24, 2023
Submit a Nomination

The AAAP Nominations Committee has nominated the following for the Student Director. A brief biography of each candidate is included in this email.  

Alejandra Figueroa
Hayden Miller
Ian Miller
Cooper Stanley

AAAP Nominations Committee's Slate of Candidates and Call for Further Nominations
Deadline for Nominations is March 24, 2023
Submit a Nomination

The AAAP Nominations Committee has nominated the following for positions on the AAAP Board of Directors. A brief biography of each candidate is included in this email.   

President-Elect:

2022 Research Priorities of the American Association of Avian Pathologists

The 2022 Research Priorities of the American Association of Avian Pathologists are now available to read online.

Visit the Research Priorities Members Page or click the button below to view the report now!

Huvepharma Excellence in Mentorship Award

The AAAP Foundation is pleased to announce that the AAAP Excellence in Mentorship Award has been fully funded, due to a significant donation made by Huvepharma to complete this award.  The award will now be given each year in perpetuity as the Huvepharma Excellence in Mentorship Award, and will recognize AAAP members who demonstrate a passion for mentoring students and fellow colleagues.  The Development Committee would like to thank Huvepharma for generously contributing to fund this award, as well as all of the AAAP members who have donated to this award since its inception in 2019.

Registration is Now Open for the 2023 AAAP Annual Meeting!

Register Now!

Join us for the 2023 AAAP Annual Meeting! The meeting will be held in beautiful Jacksonville, FL, June 11-14 at the Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa.

News from AAAP Allied Organizations: AVMA and NCADC

As a previous AVMA PAC contributor, have you ever wanted to discuss what issues are important to the veterinary profession with your representatives in Congress and their staffs? Are you looking for an opportunity to participate in a unique, hands-on advocacy experience that will help educate lawmakers before they make public policy decisions that impact your clients, your patients, and YOU?

2023 Call for Award Nominations 

Deadline: February 15, 2023

You have the opportunity to nominate deserving individuals for the AAAP Awards that are presented at the AAAP Annual Meeting. Information on the awards and the nomination process is listed below. Please submit your nominations to [email protected].

The Outstanding Animal Welfare Presentation Award and the Barger/Opengart Poultry Welfare Scholarship

In the spirit of promoting animal welfare presentations, the AAAP announces the Outstanding Animal Welfare Presentation Award. This new award, funded by the families of Drs. Kate Barger and Ken Opengart, will be awarded to the most outstanding animal welfare presentation during the annual American Association of Avian Pathologists meeting. Presentations should reflect original research that drives continuous improvement of poultry welfare outcomes and may include topics that enhance welfare understanding, highlight practical application of animal welfare principles and best practices, and/or evaluate innovative technology.  

Outstanding Animal Welfare Presentation Award Criteria:

Save the Date: 2023 AAAP Annual Meeting

Jacksonville, FL | June 11 - June 14

Join us this summer for the first AAAP Annual Meeting independent of AVMA! This year's meeting will take place at the Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort & Spa in Jacksonville, Florida, June 11-14, 2023.

AAAP Fall 2022 Newsletter

The AAAP Fall 2022 newsletter has been posted to the newsletters page. Click the link below to see all past newsletters!

AAAP Newsletters

2023 AAAP Foundation Preceptorship Scholarship Extended Deadline

Deadline: January 11, 2023

The AAAP Foundation is still accepting applications for AAAP Foundation Preceptorship Program Scholarships. The deadline for these applications has been extended to January 11th. https://www.aaap.info/apply-for-a-scholarship 

Apply for AAAP Foundation Preceptorship Scholarship

We Remember Dr. Nik Mohd Faiz Nik Mohd Azmi
1985 - 2022

Dr. Nik Mohd Faiz Nik Mohd Azmi, known to many as Nik, was born in Kelantan, Malaysia. He grew up in a rural agricultural area and always wanted to pursue a career where he could make a difference in the lives of people and animals, which is the main reason he pursued a career in veterinary medicine. During the fourth year of his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program, he developed an interest in poultry. He was inspired by his mentors at his school and became a young lecturer at the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Universiti Putra Malaysia. With increased interest in poultry, he obtained a Master of Veterinary Medicine degree in avian medicine. After completing his Master’s program, the Malaysian government funded his doctoral degree at the College of Veterinary Medicine, North Carolina State University. His doctoral research was focused on Marek’s disease under the supervision of Drs. Isabel Gimeno and James Guy. In 2016, he defended his doctoral thesis and also received the AAAP Richard B. Rimler Memorial Paper award for his outstanding research.  The following year, he achieved diplomate status in the American College of Poultry Veterinarians. After his return to Malaysia, he rejoined the faculty at the Universiti Putra Malaysia. His research on Marek’s disease virus-induced immunosuppression is extremely relevant to understand the current challenges faced by the poultry industry due to Marek’s disease virus. In his short tenure at the Universiti Putra Malaysia, he established his research program and supported the poultry industry gaining the trust and appreciation of his peers both within and outside of the University. At the time of his premature death on December 17th at the age of 37 years, he was a senior lecturer at the Department of Veterinary Clinical Studies, Universiti Putra Malaysia. 

Call for Abstracts for 2023 AAAP Annual Meeting