The OVMA is a trusted source of information that reflects scientific knowledge and the collective wisdom of more than 2,500 veterinary professionals. OVMA values and recognizes the trust its members place in their professional organization, as well as the important role we serve in providing the public with accurate, balanced resources on issues of public health and animal care and wellbeing.As an organization, OVMA is committed to professional continuing education, and as such, is a recognizedprovider of professional continuing education. The OVMA hosts the Midwest Veterinary Conference, one of the largest veterinary conferences in North America, which provides exceptional learning opportunities to thousands of veterinarians, hospital staff, technicians, animal welfare professionals, students, and others each year.