Veterinary medicine is more than a career — it’s a calling. But in a state as large and diverse as New Mexico, it can sometimes feel isolating. That’s why NMVMA membership matters — and why we’re committed to strengthening both our community and our future through bold, strategic action.
Our new NMVMA Strategic Plan lays the foundation to ensure veterinary medicine in New Mexico remains vital, resilient, and respected for generations to come.
Here’s how we’re putting the Power of We into action:
🤝 Growing a Community That Has Your Back
NMVMA’s focus is simple: build connection, amplify the voices of DVMs, and create a community that supports every veterinary professional in New Mexico.
- Stronger connections, statewide: We’re expanding opportunities for local connection, collaboration, and continuing education—bringing the veterinary community together in meaningful, accessible ways.
- Smarter communication: Whether through email, postcards, social media, an eNewsletter, or forums, NMVMA meets you where you are, keeping you informed and engaged.
- Learning that reflects you: From local events to our presence at the Southwest Veterinary Symposium, we’re working to offer meaningful opportunities for New Mexico’s veterinary team to learn, grow, and connect—shaped by the input and experiences of our community.
- Leadership development: We’re creating more pathways for members to grow, lead, and influence the future of veterinary medicine in New Mexico—at every stage of their careers.
🌱 Protecting Veterinary Medicine’s Future
The work we do today shapes the profession for tomorrow. That’s why NMVMA is focused on building a sustainable, forward-thinking organization.
- Clear vision and goals: Our Strategic Plan puts advocacy and community at the heart of everything we do, with annual targets to stay on course.
- Financial strength: We’re building long-term financial resilience by developing an investment strategy and exploring innovative non-dues revenue streams through strategic partnerships—expanding what we can offer to members and the profession.
- Leadership succession: We’re investing in the next generation of NMVMA leaders through comprehensive training, mentoring, and strategic succession planning for the Executive Board and volunteer roles.
- Listening, learning, leading together: We’re committed to understanding the unique challenges facing veterinary medicine in New Mexico. Through surveys, conversations, and community input, we’ll work alongside you to shape solutions and drive meaningful, lasting change—together.
- Powerful advocacy: We’re proactively advocating for veterinary medicine at the state level, strengthening partnerships, and exploring a veterinary PAC to amplify our voice even further.
You Belong in This Work.
Veterinary medicine in New Mexico is changing—and so is the power of our community. Your membership is more than a benefit. It’s a statement that you care about the future of this profession, this state, and the people and animals we serve.
Whether you’ve been deeply involved or are just starting to look for your place, there’s room for you here. Now is the time to connect, to contribute, and to be part of what’s next. Let’s shape the future—together.
Not a member yet? Join today—your voice matters. Your presence makes a difference.