To advance and promote the art and science of veterinary medicine.

Annual convention and conferences to provide professional education and share scientific knowledge with membership of approximately 750 and with others in attendance. the alabama veterinarian is the printed communication channel for alvma. Published twice per year in the spring and fall, this 4-color magazine provides infomation on current issues in the field of veterinary medicine as well as entertaining stories about its members. The spring issue contains information about the summer convention; the fall issue covers the summer convention's activity and contains information about the winter production animal conference. the association provides support for educational institutions within alabama for veterinary medicine and awards students and veterinarians in alabama for exceptional performance.