NOTICE OF TERMINATION OF EXECUTIVE ORDER 05-43
Veterinary Relief Assistance in Hurricane Aftermath

The Louisiana Board of Veterinary Medicine (LBVM), provides this Notice that Executive Order 05-43 (which extended the terms and effect of EO 05-35 through October 25, 2005) will not be renewed or extended. Therefore, registration issued to out of state veterinarians pursuant to the Executive Orders will automatically terminate effective 12:01 a.m., Wednesday, October 26, 2005.

Please be advised that anyone practicing veterinary medicine in Louisiana pursuant to an expired registration after the termination date will be in violation of the LA Veterinary Practice Act and the Board’s Rules, and will be held accountable for such conduct. Should you desire to practice veterinary medicine in Louisiana after 12:01 a.m., Wednesday, October 26, 2005, you must apply for, and be first issued, a license from the LBVM.

The LBVM also wishes to thank everyone (veterinarians, support staff, private individuals, associations and governmental entities, as well as animal humane groups and concerned persons in general) that assisted in the relief efforts of Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. Thank you for your love and concern for the animals affected by these disasters.

Should you have any questions, please contact the LBVM office at lbvm@eatel.net, 225-342-2176, or fax 225-342-2142.

TO: Interested Parties

RE: Hurricane Katrina & Rita Aftermath – Veterinary Relief Assistance

Due to the effects of Hurricane Katrina, Governor Blanco issued an Executive Order, KBB 05-35, (effective through September 25, 2005) suspending the requirement for a Louisiana issued licensed to those out of state licensed veterinarians, in good standing, in other states. Due to Hurricane Rita and continued relief efforts following Hurricane Katrina, Governor Blanco issued Executive Order KBB 05-43 amending KBB 05-35 to extend through October 25, 2005. Accordingly:

A. A veterinarian not licensed in Louisiana, but currently licensed, in good standing, in another state may practice veterinary medicine if:

1. the veterinarian has photo identification and license to verify a current licensure in another state, and properly registers with the LA Board;

2. the veterinarian is engaged in a legitimate relief effort during the emergency period (at what disaster facility are you intending to practice in Louisiana, and please keep the Board office current on this information); and

3. the veterinarian must practice in good faith, and within the reasonable scope of his skills, training, and ability.

B. The authority provided for in this shall cease on October 25, 2005, unless the Executive Order is renewed, modified, or extended, or earlier rescinded by the Governor.

C. All out of state licensed veterinarians shall submit a copy of their respective licenses and photograph identification, as well as other requested information, to the LA Board of Veterinary Medicine office at 263 Third Street, Suite 104, Baton Rouge, LA 70801, for registration with this agency. Please mail the original application form with supporting documents attached (faxed forms will not be accepted.)

Application Form in pdf format on the Board website www.lsbvm.org. Use the Text Select tool to complete the form online and then print for signatures.

Veterinary Medicine Board
Hurricane Katrina Aftermath – Relief Assistance Memo

DATE: September 12, 2005

FROM: Louisiana Board of Veterinary Medicine

RE: Hurricane Katrina Aftermath – Relief Assistance

Due to the effects of Hurricane Katrina, Governor Blanco issued an Executive Order, KBB 05-35, (effective through September 25, 2005) suspending the requirement for a Louisiana issued licensed to those out of state licensed veterinarians, in good standing, in other states. Accordingly:

A. A veterinarian not licensed in Louisiana, but currently licensed, in good standing, in another state may practice veterinary medicine if:

1. the veterinarian has photo identification and license to verify a current licensure in another state, and properly registers with the LA Board;

2. the veterinarian is engaged in a legitimate relief effort during the emergency period (at what disaster facility are you intending to practice in Louisiana, and please keep the Board office current on this information); and

3. the veterinarian must practice in good faith, and within the reasonable scope of his skills, training, and ability.

B. The authority provided for in this shall cease on September 25, 2005, unless the Executive Order is renewed, modified, or extended, or earlier rescinded by the Governor.

 

C. All out of state licensed veterinarians shall submit a copy of their respective licenses and photograph identification, as well as other requested information, to the LA Board of Veterinary Medicine office at lbvm@eatel.net, 225-342-2176, or fax 225-342-2142, for registration with this agency.