How to Apply for Membership

1. Download and review the VetPartners Code of Ethics (PDF format).
   
2. Submit the completed application to the VetPartners Administrative Offices.

• Click Here to Complete the Application Form Online

Membership Benefits (click here to view our Mission Statement and Core Values)

• Bi-Annual Continuing Education Meetings and Conference Socials
  VetPartners holds two CE meetings per year.  Additionally, all members are exclusively invited to attend VetPartners Networking Socials, which are held at the following conferences: TNAVC, WVC, AAHA, AVMA, and CVC Central.

• Online Directory Listing
  Our online directory is available to the public and is accessed regularly by veterinarians seeking the services of a consultant.  Each member has the opportunity to be listed in the directory and can write his or her own listing.  Members are also able to choose the Areas of Expertise under which they would like to be listed.

• Website Membership
  Our members enjoy many benefits and resources available to members only on our website, including online application and meeting registration, discussion forums, valuation tools and guides for new consultants.  All member also receive our bi-monthly eBulletin Newsletter.

• Mentorship Program
  Our mentorship program provides individuals that are just starting out as consultants with the opportunity to receive education and guidance from more experienced members.  A formal pairing of individuals enables both the mentor and the mentee to create a unique and sustainable relationship focused on the specific goals and needs of the mentee.

• Consultant Access to NCVEI
  All VetPartners members are given access to view the NCVEI database as a consultant (any input is hypothetical and is not saved to the database).

• NoLo Practice Valuation Kit
  Members have access to the assessment tools and materials needed to perform and understand a NoLo Practice Valuation.

• Networking
  VetPartners members take pride in the organization, and when we come together as a group during our bi-annual meetings, it is in the spirit of collegiality and not competition.  We are all here to learn from one another and to use that knowledge to further the veterinary profession.

Frequently Asked Questions

• How do I find nominations to list on my Membership Application?
  • Look for your colleagues in the Membership Directory OR attend one of our meetings or networking socials to meet other members (see links to left for upcoming dates).
     
• What is the membership cycle?
  • The annual membership cycle is January through December.  If you join after October 1st, your membership will carry forward to the next year.
     
• How are new members vetted?
  
  1. Completed application is sponsored by two members.
  2. Membership Committee reviews applications for completeness, possible ethical code issues and qualifications.
  3. Membership Committee Chair verifies sponsorships.
  4. Name is posted in the eBulletin.  Members have 60 days to challenge membership.
      
• What is the probationary period for membership?
  • Upon receipt of your completed Membership Application and dues, you become a probationary member of VetPartners. The probationary period lasts 60 days after your name is published in our bi-monthly eBulletin.
    

Further Information

If you have any questions, please contact the Association Administrator.  Email: info@VetPartners.org or call 352-243-2014.