Section 811.8.7. Action against veterinarians.  


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  • The board of veterinary medicine shall take action against any veterinarian licensed to practice in the state of Iowa who:

            1.            Permits or directs any veterinary assistant, including a registered veterinary technician, to perform veterinary duties involving diagnosis, prescription or surgery.

            2.            Permits or directs any veterinary assistant, including a registered veterinary technician, to perform any act which would be a legal or ethical violation if committed by the veterinarian.