An American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) policy on biosecurity was recently adopted thanks to the leadership of Dr. Scott Dee, Minnesota’s Alt Delegate to the AVMA. This novel policy has significant potential to expand awareness of effective, evidence-based biosecurity protocols originally developed for the swine industry—and pave the way for their application in other species. His work on this issue couldn’t be more timely, given the threat posed by avian influenza and other emerging diseases.

A swine veterinarian and microbiologist, Dr. Dee has made a significant impact on the swine industry over the course of his career in industry, academia, and applied research. Recently retired, he became Minnesota’s Alternate Delegate to the AVMA last year, and he is now bringing his passion and expertise to the AVMA and working to broaden the impact of his research.