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Questions
Advertising I have been asked to donate to a charity auction. What can I donate? Internet: What are the rules for advertising on the Internet or creating a web site? What is the policy regarding coupon distribution? Medical Records Do I have to obtain the complete medical records for a new client from the previous veterinarian? May the previous veterinarian charge for copying the file? If a client asks for a copy of their veterinary record(s), must I supply them? Licensing What are the licensing requirements for graduates of veterinary schools outside of Canada and the USA? What are the licensing requirements for a veterinary graduate from Canada or the USA? Does Ontario have a Temporary licence for foreign graduates to practice while preparing for Part C of the national board examination? Facility Accreditation Can I reschedule the inspection, if there are unforeseen delays in setting up the new facility? How far ahead do I have to request an inspection? How many veterinary facilities are there in Ontario? I am buying a veterinary facility, does it need to be inspected? Do you have any information on starting a new practice? Dispensing What is a targeted drug? Is Tramadol a controlled drug and does it have to be tracked in a controlled drug log? Can I dispense a full bottle of (a particular drug) to my small animal client? What is the policy on dispensing to free-ranging wildlife? Is a physical examination required before prescribing injectable flea products? Miscellaneous Are equine dentists legal in Ontario? What is the College's position on alternative or complementary therapies? I would like someone from CVO to attend and speak at our next regional veterinary meeting. Who should I ask? PIPEDA Who enforces the privacy legislation? What is the College's role in enforcing privacy legislation?
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