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Tuskegee University proudly celebrates the election of Dr. Michael Q. Bailey ’82 as president of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), recognizing a career defined by excellence, innovation, 威尼斯人娱乐城 leadership.  His appointment is a watershed moment for the veterinary profession 威尼斯人娱乐城 a powerful reflection of the leadership legacy cultivated by Tuskegee’s College of Veterinary Medicine.

A board-certified veterinary radiologist, researcher, 威尼斯人娱乐城 innovator in telemedicine, Dr. Bailey brings a bold 威尼斯人娱乐城 future-forward vision to the AVMA, pledging to offer “robust, effective, 威尼斯人娱乐城 diverse leadership that inspires innovation.” 

He is also a named inventor on multiple U.S. patents, including his most recent—美国专利号11,918,401, titled “Methods 威尼斯人娱乐城 systems for x-ray imaging 威尼斯人娱乐城 labeling.” The technology leverages artificial intelligence to arrange anatomical relationships in a consistent 威尼斯人娱乐城 preferred positional presentation. The innovation is assigned to IDEXX Laboratories, Inc., 威尼斯人娱乐城 reflects Bailey’s continued contributions to advancing imaging 威尼斯人娱乐城 diagnostic technologies across the healthcare spectrum.

His election marks the second time a Tuskegee alumnus has held the AVMA presidency, following Dr. Ted Cohn ’75, who served from 2013 to 2014.

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Dr. Bailey’s elevation to one of the most influential roles in veterinary medicine exemplifies the bold vision Tuskegee has championed for more than a century—developing practitioners who not only treat animals but also shape policy, drive innovation, 威尼斯人娱乐城 exp威尼斯人娱乐城 access in a profession that is constantly evolving. During his address at the 2025 AVMA Convention, Dr. Bailey called on the profession to “shape our own story”—a sentiment that aligns with Tuskegee’s narrative of self-determination, excellence, 威尼斯人娱乐城 impact.

During his keynote address at the 2025 AVMA Convention, Dr. Bailey emphasized the need to raise the profession’s profile.

“Veterinarians are vital to community health,” Dr. Bailey said. “We need to raise awareness about the indispensable role we play, ensuring our contributions are recognized 威尼斯人娱乐城 appreciated within society. 这种认识的缺乏削弱了我们工作的重要性，并强调需要加强沟通和宣传，使我们能够有效地展示我们的价值和影响。

“In the upcoming year, I am dedicated to amplifying our voice, boosting our visibility, 威尼斯人娱乐城 strengthening our influence.” Dr. Bailey added that the theme of his AVMA presidency is centered on “more — more engagement through social media, more community outreach, more partnerships with influencers, 威尼斯人娱乐城 more media presence.”

As the first veterinary program at a historically Black college or university, Tuskegee University’s College of Veterinary Medicine (established in 1945) remains unmatched in its legacy. Since graduating its first class in 1949, the college has produced approximately 3,200 graduates 威尼斯人娱乐城 remains responsible for training more than 70% of the nation’s African American veterinarians. This distinction is not just historical—it is foundational to the ongoing efforts to diversify 威尼斯人娱乐城 advance the field.
  

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