About the Author
During her 1996-1997 term as AVMA president, Dr. Mary Beth Leininger made resolving student debt issues one of her six primary focuses. This commentary is the first in a series she plans to write about the topic. Dr. Leininger co-owned a Michigan veterinary practice for 28 years and later served on the AVMA Council on Education and worked in industry. She is a member of the Today’s Veterinary Business editorial advisory board.