About Us

The Veterinary Medical Association of New York City (VMA of NYC) is the official local professional association. The VMA of NYC is one of 13 regional member associations of the State Society which is the New York State Veterinary Medical Society. There are over 275 active members in the VMA of NYC. Member veterinarians are general practitioners and specialists. They work in large and small private practices, large specialty and referral centers, New York City Government, Humane Societies, New York City Zoos and animal shelters.

The VMA of NYC meets every month of the year except July and August. The Executive Board meets in the afternoon, followed by a general membership meeting in the evening. At these meetings, issues affecting New York City veterinarians and animal welfare are discussed in detail. The general membership meeting in the evening is followed by a scientific lecture providing the New York City veterinary community with information about the latest developments in veterinary medicine. The VMA of NYC also publishes a quarterly newsletter for its members, The New York City Veterinarian.