Quick Peek:

We are the Illinois Student Chapter of the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP).  The AAFP is a professional organization of veterinarians who share an interest in providing excellence in the care and treatment of cats.

Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of cats by supporting high standards of practice, continuing education, and scientific investigation.

More In-Depth:

The AAFP seeks to raise the standards of feline medicine and surgery among practitioners by sharing knowledge, rewarding advancement in research, sponsoring continuing education, and encouraging veterinary student interest in feline practice. The AAFP has established student affiliate chapters at schools of veterinary medicine throughout North America. Through these chapters, veterinary students are introduced to the goals and objectives of the AAFP. The Student Chapter at the University of Illinois hosts various lectures and wet labs throughout the year.

“The American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) is a professional organization representing feline practitioners who are passionate about the care of cats. The AAFP is dedicated to advancing the field of feline medicine and surgery by setting the standards of feline care through the publication of practice guidelines, position statements, and by providing continuing education.”