Michigan Association of Veterinary Technicians

10/23/2025

I know I said we were taking a break BUT nominations for 4 positions on the MAVT board are officially open.

Scan the QR code or follow the link to nominate yourself or someone else. Nominations end 11/8, then active MAVT members will have the chance to vote on candidates!

Info on open positions: https://www.mivettechs.org/board-positions/

Nomination form: https://forms.gle/gt4vMEj4gmR13nUY7

10/20/2025

Here we go Michigan!!

We are incredibly excited to announce that the MAVT and MVMA have partnered in creating a task force to bring an LVT Scope of Practice to Michigan! The task force will start meeting soon, and we will keep you updated along the way! 

The Michigan Veterinary Medical Association (MVMA) and the Michigan Association of Veterinary Technicians (MAVT) are excited to announce a new collaboration focused on advancing the veterinary profession in Michigan. Together, we’ve formed a Joint Task Force to develop a clear, meaningful, and mod...

10/19/2025

Still thinking about how much fun yesterday was! Certificates and notes will be sent mid-week. We’re going to take a small break but we are already planning great things for 2026.

Before we take a cat nap, there will be a HUGE announcement coming tomorrow. Stay tuned to our page!

10/17/2025

Tomorrow is the big day! Check your email for a Campus/Lecture map.

Any last minute questions, email our Vice President: mavtvicepresident@gmail.com

10/10/2025

We're 1 week away from the 2025 MAVT Conference! Check out the images for important day of details.

10/03/2025

Meet your Board Friday!!

As we prepare for the 2025 MAVT conference, we wanted to make sure you saw the faces behind it all!

This week meet our Member At Large, Ann Wortinger, LVT, RVT, BIS, VTS(ECC)-R, (SAIM)(Nutrition), Elite FFCP (Veterinary), FVTE! She is one of our conference presenters!

Ann is a 1983 graduate of Michigan State University and got her specialty certification in Emergency/ Critical Care in 2000, in Small Animal Internal Medicine in 2008, and in Nutrition in 2013. In 2020, she attained her Elite Fear Free certification (Veterinary), and in 2025, gained her Fellow of the Association of Veterinary Technician Educators (FVTE).

She has worked in general, emergency, specialty practice, education, and management. Ann is active in her state, national, and specialty organizations and has served on the Internal Medicine and Nutrition organizing committees. She has mentored over 20 fellow VTSs and has worked on a variety of committees and positions. She is currently at Appalachian State University’s Veterinary Technology Program as a Content Developer and Faculty, and an active speaker and writer.

Ann has over 50 published articles in various professional magazines as well as book chapters and a book, Nutrition and Disease Management for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses, in its third edition, coauthored with Kara Burns.

Her fur/feather/fin family consists of 5 resident cats, multiple foster kittens, chickens, guineas, and a pond full of goldfish.

Contact: mavtmemberatlarge@gmail.com

09/26/2025

Meet your Board Friday!!

As we prepare for the 2025 MAVT conference, we wanted to make sure you saw the faces behind it all!

This week meet our treasurer Amy, LVT, CVPM!

Amy has been a Licensed Veterinary Technician since graduating in 2005 from Baker College of Flint, taking classes in both Business Management and Veterinary Technology. Since graduating college, Amy has worked in general practice (both large and small animal), laboratory animal medicine, and at a canine reproductive practice. Fourteen years ago, she found her home at Gratiot Animal Hospital in Saginaw; here she moved into a management role and received her CVPM. She is also Fear Free and Human Animal Bond certified. Amy is a member of AAHA, VHMA, NAVTA, and the Mid-Michigan Labrador Retriever Club. Amy lives with her husband and has five grown children, one granddaughter, and a grandson on the way! She is the proud owner of Bad River Labradors, where she raises, trains, and competes with her dogs. In her free time, she loves spending time with friends and family, hiking and kayaking with her dogs, and is an avid UofM Football, Red Wings, and Lions fan!

Contact: treasurermavt@gmail.com

09/23/2025

Going to MI Vet Con? Come hang out with us at our booth! We'll have some special gifts for MAVT members, plus a raffle. This is also your chance to meet a few of the board members before the MAVT Conference and check in on what we're working on.

09/19/2025

Meet your Board Friday!!

As we prepare for the 2025 MAVT conference, we wanted to make sure you saw the faces behind it all!

This week meet our Vice President, Jessica (JP), LVT!

Jessica has been in veterinary medicine for 13 years, with 11 of those as a Licensed Veterinary Technician. Over the years, she’s worked in Emergency, General Practice, and Practice Management. She's passionate about all things veterinary medicine, but especially about creating growth and opportunities for fellow Licensed Veterinary Technicians.

Contact: mavtvicepresident@gmail.com

09/16/2025

Join us to discuss Oncology at the 2025 MAVT Conference! These sessions are RACE Approved!

09/12/2025

Meet your Board Friday!!

As we prepare for the 2025 MAVT conference, we wanted to make sure you saw the faces behind it all!

This week meet our President Elect, Lori, LVT!

Lori graduated from Stautzenberger College in Maumee Ohio. She became a Licensed Veterinary Technician in 2005 and has been in Veterinary Medicine for almost 30 years. Lori has worked at various Veterinary Clinics, ER's, a Humane Society and has been in Practice Management for almost 10 years. Lori is currently teaching “Veterinary Assisting” to High Schoolers at the LISD (Lenawee Intermediate School District) in Adrian part time and Full time at a Veterinary Hospital as a Practice Manager and LVT. The highlight of her career was working the summer of 2019 with “Dr. Oakley the Yukon Vet” in Alaska and the Yukon Territory, Canada on her T.V. Show for Nat Geo Wild. Lori is in Season 8 for anyone who watches the show! In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her family and dog, Bindi.

Contact: presidentelectmavt@gmail.com

**This position will be up for election in 2026**

09/09/2025

Join us to discuss Employee Wellness at the 2025 MAVT Conference! These sessions are RACE Approved!