Letter from the President – Winter 2026

Heather Kihara, DVM
HVMA President

Aloha, HVMA ‘Ohana!

The New Year is here, and we wanted to send a friendly reminder that it’s time to renew your membership with the Hawaii Veterinary Medical Association. 

Your annual dues directly fund the key activities that benefit you and our community:

  • Advocacy: We support legislative work specifically aimed at advancing your veterinary profession here in Hawaii. There are several bills in the upcoming legislative session that could impact you!
  • Continuing Education (CE): We organize professional development and educational events to support your ongoing learning. We are hoping to include more events throughout the year in addition to the annual conference. 
  • Network: We facilitate collaboration among Hawaii’s veterinary and animal advocacy groups, strengthening your professional connections. 

Please take a moment to ensure your membership is current. Renewing your dues provides the financial resources we need to operate and support our shared professional interests across the islands.

Thank you for being a part of the HVMA ‘Ohana! 

Aloha,
Dr. Heather Kihara
HVMA President