Dedicated to Developing Responsible Herbal Practice
Established in 2002 by Susan Wynn, DVM, RH(AHG), DACVN
WHY JOIN THE VBMA?
Joining the VBMA provides access to Members Only services such as those shown below. Simply watch the slideshow as it plays automatically or hover your mouse over the subject you're interested and discover at your own pace. Membership is only $80 per year...what a bargain!
Scroll down past the slideshow to learn who can join, and how.
LISTSERV
Our very active listerv provides members with opportunities for daily consultation and education. Answer or ask questions, and share your knowledge and experience with like minded vets.
MEMBER LISTING
All members receive a free listing in our online 'Find A Veterinarian' directory, organized by Country/State or Province. Practice website link and contact email helps folks connect with you.
JOURNAL
The Journal of Veterinary Botanical Medicine is published biannually online and contains a treasure trove of articles, information, and important dates. It is FREE for all VBMA members.
HERBAL WIKI
Designed to guide you on your quest for herbal knowledge, the VBMA Heral Wiki is ONLY available to members. The perfect tool for those studying for the VBMA Certified Veterinary Herbalist Exam!
PRACTITIONER HANDOUTS
Practitioner information to guide you in your practice, and Client Handouts that are full of interesting information to help educate your clients. (37 page customizable Power Point shown.)
RESOURCES
Our Resources page contains links to publications, websites and videos...all suggested by VBMA members. Join and contribute your favorites!
DISCOUNTS
Save on continuing education! Members pay $45 less for Teleseminars and Webinars than non-members. Discounts are also offered on EcoTours, Conferences, CIVT courses and MORE.
Listserv
Member Listing
Journal
Herbal Wiki
Practitioner Handouts
Resources
Discounts
Becoming a member...who can join?
- Regular Membership is open to any veterinarian with an interest in herbal medicine. $80/year
- Associate Membership is for Non-Veterinarian herbalists who have extensive experience with veterinary herbal medicine, provided they are professional members of the AHG or NIMH, or have equivalent experience. $80/year
- Veterinary Student Memberships are available. FREE!
- Multiple Membership is available to family or hospital groups (so that each e-mail address can have access to the listserv, get a web password, etc.). To qualify, the snail mail address of each group member must be the same. $80/year for first member, $45/year for each additional member.
- Developing Countries: VBMA accepts membership applications and grants membership to qualified applicants in developing countries. $30/year
How can I join?
Veterinarians in the US, CLICK HERE to join now. You will be required to input the proper credentials before checking out.
International Veterinarians, please CLICK HERE. If you're in a developing country, you may receive a $50 credit off our regular membership price.
Non-Veterinarians:
Associate Membership: CLICK HERE to join now. In order for your membership to be approved, you must provide either a resume, a letter verifying your professional membership in either the AHG or NIMH, a copy of your NCCAOM certification, a reference from a veterinarian, of details of your herbal training and experience (especially pertaining to your practice with animals). All Associate membership applications NOT meeting the above requirements will be reviewed by the VBMA Board of Directors provided you can still document 2 years clinical experience INCLUDING ANIMALS, provide a resume, veterinarian's reference, and details of your herbal training and experience pertaining to animals.
Student Membership: CLICK HERE to join now. Proof of student status via a copy of current student photo ID or other proof of enrollment is required.
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