Program

2026 Conference Program

Our team is dedicated to delivering top-notch content with topics that will benefit everyone on your team.

Clinical Theaters curated by: Clinician's Brief

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All conference theaters are located at: Peppermill Resort Casino

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XABCDE: Finding and Fixing Life-Threatening Problems in Emergency Patients

Your patient is crashing—do you know what to address first? The XABCDE approach provides a lifesaving roadmap for prioritizing care in dogs and cats with severe illness or injury.This session focuses ...

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Dr Amanda Cavanagh, DVM, DACVECC, Associate Prof Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care - Colorado State University
7:00 AM 7:50 AM
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Antibiotic Resistant Skin Infections: What You Need to Know
8:00 AM 8:50 AM
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Preventing DEA Violations in Veterinary Hospitals: A Practical Program Guide – Part I
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Jack Teitelman, Founder & CEO - TITAN Group
9:00 AM 9:50 AM
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Preventing DEA Violations in Veterinary Hospitals: A Practical Program Guide – Part II
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Jack Teitelman, Founder & CEO - TITAN Group
2:00 PM 2:50 PM
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4:30 PM 5:20 PM
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Looking Beyond Chronic Enteropathy: Identifying Intestinal Lymphoma

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Dr Teena Price, BSc, BVMS, DACVP, Anatomic Pathologist - AscentPath Veterinary Laboratories

10:15 AM 11:05 AM
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Surgical Site Infections

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Jeff Mayo, DVM, DABVP C/F, MANZCVSc (Surgery), Owner - Mayo Veterinary Services
11:30 AM 12:20 PM
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DEA Horror Stories: Real Veterinary Cases, Six-Figure Fines, and the Mistakes That Caused Them
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Case-study format. Walk through 4–6 actual enforcement actions against vet hospitals — what they did wrong, what it cost, what would have saved them. Nothing draws like other people's disasters, and i ...

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Jack Teitelman, Founder & CEO - TITAN Group
1:30 PM 2:20 PM
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Fluid Therapy Made Simple: A Practical Approach for Dogs and Cats

Fluids aren’t one-size-fits-all—this lecture delivers a practical, physiology-driven framework to master fluid therapy in veterinary patients. Attendees will learn how to confidently assess and target ...

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Dr Amanda Cavanagh, DVM, DACVECC, Associate Prof Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care - Colorado State University
2:30 PM 3:20 PM
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5 CBC Abnormalities You Should Never Ignore
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Hematology, including the CBC report, analyzer graphics, and peripheral blood film, is the most sensitive indicator of ‘deviation from health’ in a pet. This talk will highlight the most important red ...

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Dr Nancy Sanders, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), DACVECC, Gmo Medical Education Specialist - IDEXX
3:45 PM 4:35 PM
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Frontline Strategies for Treating Heart Disease in General Practice Part I

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Amara Estrada, DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology), Professor of Cardiology - University of Florida
4:50 PM 5:40 PM
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Frontline Strategies for Treating Heart Disease in General Practice Part II

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Amara Estrada, DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology), Professor of Cardiology - University of Florida

10:25 AM 11:15 AM
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Sedating the Sick Patient: Safe and Practical Approaches for Dogs and Cats

This session delivers a practical, patient-centered approach to sedation in dogs and cats, focused on real-world decision-making. Learn how to tailor drug selection based on procedure type, pain level ...

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Dr Amanda Cavanagh, DVM, DACVECC, Associate Prof Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care - Colorado State University
11:40 AM 12:30 PM
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HCM in Cats: A New Perspective on Subclinical Disease

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Amara Estrada, DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology), Professor of Cardiology - University of Florida
1:45 PM 2:35 PM
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Key Insights for Successful Management of Atopic Disease
3:05 PM 3:55 PM
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Skin Biopsy Pearls and Pitfalls: Enhancing Diagnostic Accuracy

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Dr Teena Price, BSc, BVMS, DACVP, Anatomic Pathologist - AscentPath Veterinary Laboratories
4:25 PM 5:15 PM
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Helping the Dyspneic Patient: Simple Strategies for Dogs and Cats

Few emergencies are as distressing, for both patient and clinician, as a dyspneic dog or cat. Rapid deterioration is common, and missteps in handling or treatment can worsen outcomes within minutes. T ...

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Dr Amanda Cavanagh, DVM, DACVECC, Associate Prof Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care - Colorado State University

8:30 AM 9:20 AM
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8 Pillars of a Successful Practice
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This talk is created for leadership team of the practice including owners, medical directors and practice managers. This talk shares the methods to create a healthy and successful practice in 2026.Un ...

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Dr Michele Drake, DVM, CVA, Founder/Co-Founder - The Drake Center for Veterinary Care/GeniusVets
9:40 AM 10:30 AM
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10:50 AM 11:40 AM
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It’s Not All About Money: What Today’s Veterinarians Really Want
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Veterinary compensation has changed dramatically in the last ten years. While growth in salaries has been significant, today’s veterinarians are seeking more than just a paycheck. Work-life balance, f ...

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Dr Sheila Fitzpatrick, DVM, CVA, CEPA, Associate Broker, CEO - VP Veterinary Advisors & VP Veterinary Recruiters
12:50 PM 1:40 PM
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Safeguarding Wealth: Lawsuit Prevention and Tax Strategies
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This symposium will guide you through the key structures and legal entities designed to protect both your business and personal assets. By implementing proven asset protection strategies, you can sign ...

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David Gibb, Legally Mine Educator - Legally Mine
4:20 PM 5:10 PM
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11:00 AM 11:50 AM
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Tammi Epp, DVM, PhD, DACVSMR, Director R&D, Senior Technical Service Veterinarian - AniCell Biotech, LLC

8:00 AM 8:50 AM
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Pediatric Veterinary Dentistry – They Are Not Just “Baby Teeth”

Pediatric patients present a critical opportunity to identify and address oral and dental abnormalities before they lead to lifelong complications. This session reviews the anatomy and development of ...

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Ms. Benita Altier, LVT, VTS (Dentistry), Founder - Pawsitive Dental Education LLC
9:00 AM 9:50 AM
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ABC’s of Veterinary Dental Radiology: Full-Mouth Series Simplified

This interactive session provides a practical, step-by-step approach to obtaining consistent, diagnostic-quality full-mouth dental radiographs in dogs and cats. Using a simplified and repeatable frame ...

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Ms. Benita Altier, LVT, VTS (Dentistry), Founder - Pawsitive Dental Education LLC
10:00 AM 10:50 AM
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“Oh, My Nerves” – Regional Anesthetic Blocks for Veterinary Dentistry

This session reviews commonly used regional dental nerve blocks for veterinary patients, focusing on pain management and surgical support in dogs and cats. Participants will explore drug selection, in ...

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Ms. Benita Altier, LVT, VTS (Dentistry), Founder - Pawsitive Dental Education LLC
11:00 AM 11:50 AM
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Rabbit and Rodent Dentistry

Exotic companion mammals (ECM) are frequently underdiagnosed when it comes to dental disease, often due to gaps in husbandry and dietary knowledge. This session provides an overview of dental anatomy, ...

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Ms. Benita Altier, LVT, VTS (Dentistry), Founder - Pawsitive Dental Education LLC
2:30 PM 3:20 PM
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The Human/Animal Bond & the Cancer Diagnosis

A cancer diagnosis often creates a profound shift in the relationship between a pet and its owner. This session explores the psychological impact of chronic illness on the human-animal bond and provid ...

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Victoria Barton, Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
4:00 PM 4:50 PM
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Guardian of the Genome: Expert Nursing Care for the Cancer Patient

Oncology nursing extends beyond chemotherapy administration and requires a specialized focus on patient safety, comfort, and monitoring. This session covers the practical aspects of caring for hospita ...

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Victoria Barton, Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)

6:00 AM 6:50 AM
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Going Beyond Medications in Seizure Patients

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Dr Ryan Gibson, DVM, M.Ed, DACVIM (Neurology), Assistant Clinical Professor - Auburn University/ The Brain Dogtor LLC
7:00 AM 7:50 AM
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The Problem with Bleeding to Death

Your patient is bleeding to death—and traditional fluid therapy may be making it worse. Severe trauma and hemorrhagic shock trigger a cascade of endothelial injury and coagulopathy that prevents effec ...

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Dr Amanda Cavanagh, DVM, DACVECC, Associate Prof Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care - Colorado State University
8:00 AM 8:50 AM
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Avoiding Common Pitfalls: Oral Radiographic Findings

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Brook Niemiec, DVM, DAVDC, DEVDC, FAVD, Chief Of Staff - Veterinary Dental Specialties
9:00 AM 9:50 AM
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10:40 AM 11:30 AM
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The Transformative Power of Laser Therapy and the Science Behind It
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This seminar will explore the transformative power of laser therapy in veterinary medicine, focusing on its benefits in pain reduction and inflammation control. Attendees will gain in-depth knowledge ...

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Dr Tom Walsh, DVM, CCAT, CCRP, MBA, Veterinarian - Prime Pet Rehab
2:00 PM 2:50 PM
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Mastering Dental Nerve Blocks & Practical Pain Management

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Brook Niemiec, DVM, DAVDC, DEVDC, FAVD, Chief Of Staff - Veterinary Dental Specialties
3:00 PM 3:50 PM
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3 Habits of a Healthy Team Culture: Implementing the CAST Framework
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Are individuals at your clinic so toxic that patient care is suffering? Come learn what contributes to a healthy team culture and how to influence positive change within your teams using the CAST Fram ...

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Sharon Vaturi, MS, RVT, Owner - RVT Seminars

10:30 AM 11:20 AM
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Reviewing the ACVIM Consensus Statement on Thoracolumbar Intervertebral Disc Extrusions

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Dr Ryan Gibson, DVM, M.Ed, DACVIM (Neurology), Assistant Clinical Professor - Auburn University/ The Brain Dogtor LLC
11:30 AM 12:20 PM
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1:30 PM 2:20 PM
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3:00 PM 3:50 PM
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Traumatic Brain Injury: More Than Just a Bump on the Head

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Dr Ryan Gibson, DVM, M.Ed, DACVIM (Neurology), Assistant Clinical Professor - Auburn University/ The Brain Dogtor LLC
4:00 PM 4:50 PM
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Conservative Management of Cruciate Disease

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Jeff Mayo, DVM, DABVP C/F, MANZCVSc (Surgery), Owner - Mayo Veterinary Services

10:20 AM 11:10 AM
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Oral Surgery for the General Practitioner

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Brook Niemiec, DVM, DAVDC, DEVDC, FAVD, Chief Of Staff - Veterinary Dental Specialties
11:20 AM 12:10 PM
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From Donor to Storage: Building a Blood Bank in Your Veterinary Practice

When seconds count, having blood on hand can mean the difference between life and death. This practical, hands-on lecture guides veterinarians through building a functional in-house blood bank—from se ...

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Dr Amanda Cavanagh, DVM, DACVECC, Associate Prof Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care - Colorado State University
1:05 PM 1:55 PM
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Vascular Events and How They Vary Across Species

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Dr Ryan Gibson, DVM, M.Ed, DACVIM (Neurology), Assistant Clinical Professor - Auburn University/ The Brain Dogtor LLC
2:05 PM 2:55 PM
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New Approaches to Managing the Brachycephalic Airway Crisis

Attendees will walk through a stepwise stabilization strategy, emphasizing early, targeted interventions that can interrupt the vicious cycle of airway obstruction, hypoxemia, and respiratory fatigue. ...

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Dr Amanda Cavanagh, DVM, DACVECC, Associate Prof Small Animal Emergency and Critical Care - Colorado State University

9:40 AM 10:30 AM
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10:50 AM 11:40 AM
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Coping with Declining Visits: Tips for Keeping Your Practice Profitable
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In today’s challenging economic environment, many veterinary practices are facing a decline in visits, making it difficult to maintain profitability. This lecture, Coping With Declining Visits: Keepin ...

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Dr Sheila Fitzpatrick, DVM, CVA, CEPA, Associate Broker, CEO - VP Veterinary Advisors & VP Veterinary Recruiters
2:00 PM 2:50 PM
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Practice Ownership Outlook: What to Know and How to Prepare

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Scott Sams, Vice President – Regional Business Development Officer - Bank of America Practice Solutions

8:00 AM 8:50 AM
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The Storm Within: Sepsis Nursing

This session provides a deep dive into the physiological complexities of sepsis and the critical role of the veterinary technician in early recognition and intervention. Participants will explore adva ...

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Victoria Barton, Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
9:00 AM 9:50 AM
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The Sacred Transition: Elevating the Euthanasia Experience Clinical Excellence

Euthanasia is the final act of clinical care we provide, and its success is defined by both the peace of the patient and the comfort of the family. This session covers the technical and emotional comp ...

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Victoria Barton, Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT)
10:00 AM 10:50 AM
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Blood Gases – Making Sense of It All

This session breaks down blood gas analysis to build a clear understanding of what is being measured, why these values are clinically important, and what they reveal about a patient’s condition. Parti ...

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Julie Antonellis, BS, CVT, LVT, VTS (ECC), Program Director - VCA Vet Tech Academy
11:00 AM 11:50 AM
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CPR: How Can We Improve Our Response?

This session provides practical guidance to help veterinary teams respond effectively to cardiopulmonary arrest in dogs and cats. Participants will review both basic life support (BLS) and advanced li ...

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Julie Antonellis, BS, CVT, LVT, VTS (ECC), Program Director - VCA Vet Tech Academy
2:30 PM 3:20 PM
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Introduction to Ventilation

This session provides an overview of mechanical ventilation in both anesthesia and critical care settings. Participants will learn when ventilation is indicated, how to interpret monitoring parameters ...

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Julie Antonellis, BS, CVT, LVT, VTS (ECC), Program Director - VCA Vet Tech Academy
4:00 PM 4:50 PM
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Patient Care from an Emergency Critical Care Perspective

This session examines patient care through the perspective of an emergency and critical care technician. Participants will explore strategies to improve efficiency during clinical rounds, transition f ...

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Julie Antonellis, BS, CVT, LVT, VTS (ECC), Program Director - VCA Vet Tech Academy

6:00 AM 6:50 AM
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Approach to Feline House Soiling

Elimination outside of the litter box can quickly sour the human-animal bond. By understanding and addressing feline house soiling issues, you can bring empathy and harmony back to your client's home ...

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Dr Kat Pankratz, DVM, DACVB, Veterinary Behaviorist - Know Your Pet LLC
7:00 AM 7:50 AM
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A Practical Approach to Navigating Oral Tumors

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Brook Niemiec, DVM, DAVDC, DEVDC, FAVD, Chief Of Staff - Veterinary Dental Specialties
8:00 AM 8:50 AM
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Troubleshooting Common Anesthetic Complications

This session will discuss common perianesthetic complications and their management - Variations in temperature, heart rate and rhythm, blood pressure, pain, etc.Identify common anesthesia complication ...

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Dr Khursheed Mama, DVM, DACVAA, Professor, Anesthesia and Pain Management - Colorado State University
2:00 PM 2:50 PM
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New Therapeutics in Veterinary Oncology
3:00 PM 3:50 PM
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Safe Handling of Hazardous Drugs in Veterinary Facilities
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Learn how hazardous drugs commonly used in veterinary medicine can impact staff safety and long-term health. This training reviews real-world contamination studies, routes of exposure, and how hazardo ...

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Ricky Thackray, Veterinary Oncology, Business Development Manager - Equashield Compounding Technologies

10:30 AM 11:20 AM
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Ultrasound Guided Nerve Blocks for Limb Surgery

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Jeff Mayo, DVM, DABVP C/F, MANZCVSc (Surgery), Owner - Mayo Veterinary Services
11:30 AM 12:20 PM
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Anesthetic Considerations in Brachycephalic Breeds

Attendees will gain further insight to the risks presented by these patients, and how to mitigate these risks through management strategies.Anatomy and resulting risk for brachycephalic patients under ...

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Dr Khursheed Mama, DVM, DACVAA, Professor, Anesthesia and Pain Management - Colorado State University
3:00 PM 3:50 PM
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Surgical Complications Every General Practitioner Will See

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Dr Karan Aulakh, BVSc & AH (DVM), MS, MS, CCRP, DACVS-SA, Board-Certified Small Animal Surgeon & Co-founder - Golden State Veterinary Specialists (GSVS) – Mobile Veterinary Surgery
4:00 PM 4:50 PM
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Updates in Feline Interstitial Cystitis

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Harmeet Aulakh, BVSc & AH, MVSc, Diplomate of American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine - Small Animal

10:20 AM 11:10 AM
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Bark Less, Know More: Understanding Canine Separation Anxiety

Canine separation anxiety is one of the most common behavior diagnoses in dogs. This not only causes significant distress to the dog but can significantly impact the family, fraying the human-animal b ...

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Dr Kat Pankratz, DVM, DACVB, Veterinary Behaviorist - Know Your Pet LLC
11:20 AM 12:10 PM
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A Practical Approach to Mammary Tumors
1:05 PM 1:55 PM
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Mechanism Guided Peri-Anesthetic Pain Management

Attendees will leave with knowledge of different strategies to manage peri-anesthetic pain that they may apply to their practiceBriefly review the pain pathway Understand where drugs and techniques us ...

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Dr Khursheed Mama, DVM, DACVAA, Professor, Anesthesia and Pain Management - Colorado State University
2:05 PM 2:55 PM
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Recent Advances in Feline Psychopharmacology: What the Evidence Tells Us

As feline behavioral medicine rapidly evolves, so does the evidence guiding psychopharmacologic treatment. This lecture highlights recent clinical research on feline psychopharmacology for the treatme ...

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Dr Kat Pankratz, DVM, DACVB, Veterinary Behaviorist - Know Your Pet LLC

9:40 AM 10:30 AM
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Your Practice, Your Profit: Preparing for a Successful Sale Amid Market Uncertainty
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Your Practice, Your Profit: Preparing for a Successful Sale Amid Market Uncertainty explores how veterinary practice owners can maximize the value of their most important asset in today’s unpredictabl ...

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Dr Sheila Fitzpatrick, DVM, CVA, CEPA, Associate Broker, CEO - VP Veterinary Advisors & VP Veterinary Recruiters
10:50 AM 11:40 AM
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8:00 AM 8:50 AM
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Pain Medications and How They Work
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As veterinary professionals we are constantly utilizing different regiments of pain medications on our patients, but do you know how they work or what you could be doing better? This lecture will cove ...

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Mr. Stephen Niño Cital, RVT, SRA, RLAT, CVPP, VTS-LAM (Res. Anesthesia), Lab Manager and CVNO - Stanford University and
9:00 AM 9:50 AM
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Becoming an Anesthetic Mixologist
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This lecture will cover various anesthetic cocktails for total intravenous anesthesia (TIVA). We will discuss monitoring animals while under TIVA and have a lively discussion on creating these cocktai ...

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Mr. Stephen Niño Cital, RVT, SRA, RLAT, CVPP, VTS-LAM (Res. Anesthesia), Lab Manager and CVNO - Stanford University and
10:00 AM 10:50 AM
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Pain Management: Complementing Pharmaceutical Approaches

This lecture will focus on other modalities of pain management from rehab to acupuncture, laser and much more. We will discuss the science behind each technique and how to use them properly.

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Mr. Stephen Niño Cital, RVT, SRA, RLAT, CVPP, VTS-LAM (Res. Anesthesia), Lab Manager and CVNO - Stanford University and
11:00 AM 11:50 AM
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Neuro Anesthesia for the GP to Specialist Facility
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Veterinary neuroanesthesia presents unique physiologic and anesthetic challenges requiring careful balance between maintaining cerebral perfusion, minimizing intracranial pressure, and preserving neur ...

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Mr. Stephen Niño Cital, RVT, SRA, RLAT, CVPP, VTS-LAM (Res. Anesthesia), Lab Manager and CVNO - Stanford University and
2:30 PM 3:20 PM
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Animal Boredom, Emotion and Pain: Making a little sense of the science for our patients
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Within the last several years cognition and affect researchers have tried to understand the animal state better. Some studies show a more human-like perception of pain with an emotional state, while o ...

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Mr. Stephen Niño Cital, RVT, SRA, RLAT, CVPP, VTS-LAM (Res. Anesthesia), Lab Manager and CVNO - Stanford University and
4:00 PM 4:50 PM
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Starting a Pain Practice
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This lecture will focus on starting a “pain practice” in your practice. This is a new and innovative way to add services and set your practice apart.

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Mr. Stephen Niño Cital, RVT, SRA, RLAT, CVPP, VTS-LAM (Res. Anesthesia), Lab Manager and CVNO - Stanford University and

7:00 AM 7:50 AM
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Medial Patellar Luxation (MPL): Timing, Techniques, and Complications

Speakers

Dr Karan Aulakh, BVSc & AH (DVM), MS, MS, CCRP, DACVS-SA, Board-Certified Small Animal Surgeon & Co-founder - Golden State Veterinary Specialists (GSVS) – Mobile Veterinary Surgery
8:00 AM 8:50 AM
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Hyperlipidemia in Dogs and Cats: Clinical Approach and Management

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Harmeet Aulakh, BVSc & AH, MVSc, Diplomate of American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine - Small Animal
9:00 AM 9:50 AM
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Approaching Limb Fractures (Case-Based)

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Dr Karan Aulakh, BVSc & AH (DVM), MS, MS, CCRP, DACVS-SA, Board-Certified Small Animal Surgeon & Co-founder - Golden State Veterinary Specialists (GSVS) – Mobile Veterinary Surgery
10:00 AM 10:50 AM
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Scales, Feathers, and Fur: Navigating Euthanasia in Exotic Species

Euthanasia in exotic companion animals presents unique challenges. This session will explore practical, species-appropriate approaches to euthanasia in rabbits, rodents, birds, and reptiles, with emph ...

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Dr Krista A. Keller, DVM, Dip ACZM, Associate Professor of Clinical Zoological Companion Animal Medicine - UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine
11:00 AM 11:50 AM
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Addison’s Disease: A Practical Clinical Approach for the General Practitioner

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Harmeet Aulakh, BVSc & AH, MVSc, Diplomate of American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine - Small Animal
1:00 PM 1:50 PM
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Diseases of the Iris & Anterior Chamber

This lecture with Dr. Lembo will discuss diseases affecting the anterior segment of the eye, including uveitis, uveal tumors, hyphema and iris hemorrhage, congenital abnormalities and other incidental ...

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Dr Jamie Lembo, DVM, DACVO, Veterinary Ophthalmologist - The Animal Eye Institute

7:00 AM 7:50 AM
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Proteinuria: Diagnosis, Clinical Significance, and Management

Speakers

Harmeet Aulakh, BVSc & AH, MVSc, Diplomate of American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine - Small Animal
8:00 AM 8:50 AM
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Getting to the Root of It: Dental Abscess Management in Rabbits

Dental abscessation is a common and often challenging condition in rabbits, characterized by chronic infection, caseous debris, and frequent recurrence. Effective management requires a thorough unders ...

Speakers

Dr Krista A. Keller, DVM, Dip ACZM, Associate Professor of Clinical Zoological Companion Animal Medicine - UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine
9:00 AM 9:50 AM
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Becoming Comfortable with Lymph Node Cytology

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Jackie Brady, DVM, MS, DACVP, Clinical Pathologist
10:00 AM 10:50 AM
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A Practical Approach to Navigating Stifle Disease

Speakers

Dr Karan Aulakh, BVSc & AH (DVM), MS, MS, CCRP, DACVS-SA, Board-Certified Small Animal Surgeon & Co-founder - Golden State Veterinary Specialists (GSVS) – Mobile Veterinary Surgery
11:00 AM 11:50 AM
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A Practical Approach to Non-Healing Ulcers

Non-healing corneal ulcers can be frustrating to treat for everyone involved and can be especially stressful for pet owners. We will cover potential causes of non-healing corneal ulcers including eyel ...

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Dr Jamie Lembo, DVM, DACVO, Veterinary Ophthalmologist - The Animal Eye Institute
1:00 PM 1:50 PM
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Outpatient Management of Canine Pancreatitis

Speakers

Harmeet Aulakh, BVSc & AH, MVSc, Diplomate of American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine - Small Animal

8:00 AM 8:50 AM
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When the Cornea Isn’t Broken: Non-Ulcerative Keratitis Across Species

Non-ulcerative keratitis encompasses a diverse group of inflammatory corneal diseases characterized by opacity, vascularization, pigmentation, or cellular infiltration without epithelial loss. Commonl ...

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Pamela Kirby, RVT, VTS (Ophthalmology), Ophthalmology Consultant - Aventix Animal Health
9:00 AM 9:50 AM
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Saving the Surface: Ulcerative Keratitis in Dogs, Cats, and Horses

Ulcerative keratitis is a common and potentially vision-threatening condition affecting dogs, cats, and horses, with important species-specific differences in cause, progression, and treatment. This s ...

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Pamela Kirby, RVT, VTS (Ophthalmology), Ophthalmology Consultant - Aventix Animal Health
10:00 AM 10:50 AM
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Eyes on Diabetes: Recognizing and Managing Ocular Disease in Diabetic Dogs

Diabetes mellitus is a common endocrine disorder associated with a wide range of systemic and ocular complications. Chronic hyperglycemia leads to metabolic, vascular, and inflammatory changes that im ...

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Pamela Kirby, RVT, VTS (Ophthalmology), Ophthalmology Consultant - Aventix Animal Health
11:00 AM 11:50 AM
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Seeing Sickness: The Eye as a Mirror of Systemic Illness

This session explores how systemic diseases present through ocular manifestations across multiple species. Conditions will be categorized by underlying disease processes and examined through species-s ...

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Pamela Kirby, RVT, VTS (Ophthalmology), Ophthalmology Consultant - Aventix Animal Health
1:00 PM 1:50 PM
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Is There Light at the End of the Tunnel? Causes of Blindness

This session reviews the visual pathway and its role in understanding the causes of blindness in veterinary patients. Participants will explore common causes of vision loss, differentiate between acut ...

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Pamela Kirby, RVT, VTS (Ophthalmology), Ophthalmology Consultant - Aventix Animal Health

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