Program

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

Veterinary Technician & Nursing Theater curated by:

NAVTA

All conference theaters are located at: Jacob Javits Convention Center, 429 11th Ave, New York, NY 10001

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08:15 AM 09:05 AM
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Update on the Diagnosis and Acute Management of Cats with Infectious Causes of Upper Respiratory Tract Signs
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Speakers

Michael Lappin, DVM, PhD, DACVIM, Professor, Small Animal Internal Medicine - Colorado State University
09:15 AM 10:05 AM
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Update on the Management of Select Viral Infections in Dogs and Cats with an Emphasis on Feline Herpesvirus 1 and Canine Parvovirus
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Speakers

Michael Lappin, DVM, PhD, DACVIM, Professor, Small Animal Internal Medicine - Colorado State University
10:30 AM 11:20 AM
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Targeted Electrochemotherapy- New Treatments for Bone (OSA and OSCC) and Nasal Cancer

Speakers

Joseph A. Impellizeri, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology), MRCVS, Chief Medical Officer - Veterinary Oncology Services- NYC
11:35 AM 12:25 PM
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Cognitive Dysfunction: Setting the Record Straight

Speakers

Stephanie Borns-Weil, DVM, DACVB, Clinical Assistant Professor - Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at the Grafton Campus
12:30 PM 01:20 PM
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Early Cancer Diagnosis: Don't Miss the Warning Signs
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Speakers

Rebecca George, Specialist Support Veterinarian - Idexx
02:10 PM 03:00 PM
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PD-1 Inhibitors for Canine Cancer- Taking the Brakes Off; Combining Immunotherapy with Standard of Care

Speakers

Joseph A. Impellizeri, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology), MRCVS, Chief Medical Officer - Veterinary Oncology Services- NYC
03:30 PM 04:20 PM
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Closure of Large Skin Wounds & New Healing Options

Speakers

Galina Hayes, BVSc, DVSc, PhD, DACVECC, DACVS, Associate Professor - Cornell University
04:45 PM 05:35 PM
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Intercat Household Tension

Speakers

Stephanie Borns-Weil, DVM, DACVB, Clinical Assistant Professor - Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at the Grafton Campus

09:00 AM 09:50 AM
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Achieving Urethrostomy Success

Speakers

Galina Hayes, BVSc, DVSc, PhD, DACVECC, DACVS, Associate Professor - Cornell University
10:15 AM 11:05 AM
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Feline Neurologic Examination & Common Diseases

Speakers

Ryan Gibson, DVM, M.Ed, DACVIM (Neurology), Lecturer/Neurologist - Auburn University
11:20 AM 12:10 PM
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Case-Based: Tips in GI Surgery

Speakers

Galina Hayes, BVSc, DVSc, PhD, DACVECC, DACVS, Associate Professor - Cornell University
02:15 PM 03:05 PM
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Ocular Drugs 101

Speakers

Alex LoPinto, DVM, DACVO, Medical Director - Veterinary Eye Center of NYC
03:35 PM 04:25 PM
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Updates in Treating Pyoderma: Topical Therapy in a World of Antimicrobial Resistance
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Speakers

Andrew Rosenberg, DVM, DACVD, Dermatologist and Director of Medical Operations - Animal Dermatology Group
04:50 PM 05:40 PM
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Decision Making for Seizure Drug Selection

Speakers

Ryan Gibson, DVM, M.Ed, DACVIM (Neurology), Lecturer/Neurologist - Auburn University

08:30 AM 09:20 AM
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Common Feline Oral Pathologies

Speakers

Jamie A. Berning, DVM, DAVDC, Board Certified Veterinary Dentist - Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery of Ohio
09:35 AM 10:25 AM
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Considerations for Behavioral Euthanasia

Speakers

Stephanie Borns-Weil, DVM, DACVB, Clinical Assistant Professor - Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at the Grafton Campus
10:40 AM 11:30 AM
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Stomatitis in Dogs & Cats: Diagnosis & Treatment

Speakers

Jamie A. Berning, DVM, DAVDC, Board Certified Veterinary Dentist - Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery of Ohio
01:45 PM 02:35 PM
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A Sweet Deal for Cats: SGLT-2 Inhibitors in Feline Diabetes

Speakers

Peter Chapman, BVetMed DECVIM-CA DACVIM MRCVS, Medical Director - Red Bank Veterinary Hospital, Tinton Falls NJ
03:00 PM 03:50 PM
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Top Tips for Preventing Extraction Complications

Speakers

Jamie A. Berning, DVM, DAVDC, Board Certified Veterinary Dentist - Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery of Ohio
04:25 PM 05:15 PM
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Ocular Surgery for the General Practitioner

Speakers

Alex LoPinto, DVM, DACVO, Medical Director - Veterinary Eye Center of NYC

08:45 AM 09:35 AM
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Zen: Relief for Dogs with Atopic Dermatitis
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Speakers

Andrew Rosenberg, DVM, DACVD, Dermatologist and Director of Medical Operations - Animal Dermatology Group
10:05 AM 10:55 AM
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Managing the Clinical Spectrum of Acute Onset Pancreatitis in Dogs
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Speakers

Harry Cridge, MVB, MS, PG CERT VET ED, DACVIM-SAIM, DECVIM-CA, FHEA, MRCVS, Associate Professor of Small Animal Internal Medicine - Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine
11:15 AM 12:05 PM
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Update on the management of chronic GI disease in cats
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Speakers

Michael Lappin, DVM, PhD, DACVIM, Professor, Small Animal Internal Medicine - Colorado State University
02:30 PM 03:20 PM
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Pain, Pain Go Away! These Newer Modalities Are Here to Stay!
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Speakers

Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, Chief Veterinary Officer - dvm360®
03:40 PM 04:35 PM
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Evolution of Pet Foods: Differences Between Pet Food Formats and Ways to Leverage Them in Practice
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Speakers

Gerardo Perez-Camargo, DVM. Ph.D., SVP of R&D - Freshpet
04:50 PM 05:40 PM
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Thick Skin, Soft Heart: The Art of Bouncing Back in Vet Med
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Speakers

Emily Hubbard, DVM, BSc, Chief Medical Officer - Veterinary Innovative Partners

10:30 AM 11:20 AM
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Meeting the Behavioral Needs of Cats and Dogs

Speakers

Vanessa Spano, DVM, DACVB, Senior Veterinarian Behaviorist, Service Head - Schwarzman Animal Medical Center
11:30 AM 12:20 PM
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Cliententhusiasm

Speakers

Roeland Wessels, DVM, MSc, Veterinarian & Communications strategist - St. Anna Advies
01:30 PM 02:20 PM
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Understanding Where the Risks are (and are not) with the Board for Veterinary Medicine (in NYS)

Speakers

Douglas Aspros, DVM, Chief Veterinary Officer - Veterinary Practice Partners
02:30 PM 03:20 PM
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Minimally Invasive Surgery in Veterinary Patients

Speakers

Diane Scavelli, Veterinary Surgeon - Garden State Veterinary Specialists
03:30 PM 04:20 PM
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Anesthesia Emergencies - No Need to Panic!

Speakers

Stephanie Reabel, DVM, DACVAA, Anesthesiologist - BluePearl NYC

09:00 AM 09:50 AM
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Not a Copycat: Why Cats Are Not Small Dogs When It Comes to Pancreatic Disease

Speakers

Jill Pomrantz, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), Internal Medicine Consultant - Idexx
10:20 AM 11:10 AM
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Oh My Dog, I Think It's Pancreatitis! Diagnosis and Management for Improved Outcomes

Speakers

Jill Pomrantz, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), Internal Medicine Consultant - Idexx
11:40 AM 12:30 PM
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Fecal Diagnostics, When Do They Help and When Do They Stink?

Speakers

Jenna Goldt, BVSc, BSc(Hons), DipVET, Diagnostic Support Veterinarian - Idexx
01:30 PM 02:20 PM
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Cystatin B: When and How Should I Use It in Practice?

Speakers

Bill Saxon, DVM, DACVIM, DACVECC, IDEXX Medical Education Specialist - Idexx
02:40 PM 03:30 PM
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Fluid Do's and Don't for Managing AKI

Speakers

Bill Saxon, DVM, DACVIM, DACVECC, IDEXX Medical Education Specialist - Idexx
04:00 PM 04:50 PM
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Cancer in the ER

Speakers

Bill Saxon, DVM, DACVIM, DACVECC, IDEXX Medical Education Specialist - Idexx

Rebecca George, Specialist Support Veterinarian - Idexx

09:00 AM 05:00 PM
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08:00 AM 08:50 AM
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Don't Cry, It's Just a CRI; Making Medical Math Make Sense

Speakers

Melissa Evans, LVT, CVT, VTS(ECC), Owner - Melissa Evans VTS(ECC) - Veterinary Nurse Consulting
09:00 AM 09:50 AM
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Feline Cardiac Emergencies

Speakers

Melissa Evans, LVT, CVT, VTS(ECC), Owner - Melissa Evans VTS(ECC) - Veterinary Nurse Consulting
10:00 AM 10:50 AM
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Some Like It Hot! Heatstroke in Dogs

Speakers

Melissa Evans, LVT, CVT, VTS(ECC), Owner - Melissa Evans VTS(ECC) - Veterinary Nurse Consulting
11:00 AM 11:50 AM
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A Storm on the Horizon – Hyperthyroid, Hypothyroid and Their Complications

Speakers

Melissa Evans, LVT, CVT, VTS(ECC), Owner - Melissa Evans VTS(ECC) - Veterinary Nurse Consulting
01:30 PM 02:20 PM
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The Microbiome: A Dynamic Ecosystem

Speakers

Vicky Ograin, MBA, RVT, FVTE, VTS (Nutrition), Scientific Communication Sr. Specialist - Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc.
02:30 PM 03:20 PM
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03:30 PM 04:20 PM
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Periodontal Disease – Understanding and Treating

Speakers

Mary L. Berg, BS, LATG, RVT, VTS (Dentistry), FVTE, President and Founder - Beyond the Crown Veterinary Education
04:30 PM 05:20 PM
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The Complete Plan for the Periodontal Patient

Speakers

Mary L. Berg, BS, LATG, RVT, VTS (Dentistry), FVTE, President and Founder - Beyond the Crown Veterinary Education

08:30 AM 09:20 AM
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Bringing Lifestyle Medicine to Veterinary Medicine: Elevating Veterinary Team Health, Well-Being, and Performance with Workplace Wellness Programs

Speakers

Melyssa Allen, MA, NBC-HWC, DipACLM, Lifestyle Medicine Coach - Veterinary Well-Being Buddy
09:40 AM 10:30 AM
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Navigating the Perfect Storm: 5 Immediate Solutions to the Veterinary Industry Shortage, Demanding Clients and More Pets Including Utilizing AI Technology

Speakers

Steve Dale, CABC, Certified Animal Behavior Consultant & Journalist - Steve Dale’s Pet World
10:50 AM 11:40 AM
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Speakers

John Bryk, Practice Broker/ Veterinarian - Total Practice Solutions Group
01:55 PM 02:45 PM
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Straight Talk About Marketing and Communication: Let’s Get Real!
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Speakers

Bo Nielsen, CEO - AutoRemind
03:00 PM 03:50 PM
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Mentorship That Matters: Growing Your People, Growing Your Practice

Chairperson

Suzanne Thomas, BA, BS, LVT, CVT, CCFP, CVBL, Founder/CEO - Leading Veterinary Teams, LLC
04:05 PM 04:55 PM
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Veterinary Hospital Valuations: Where Are They Headed in This Uncertain Market?
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Speakers

Rich Lester, CEO - Ackerman Group

09:00 AM 09:50 AM
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10:00 AM 10:50 AM
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Maximizing the Value of your Practice in a Sale
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Speakers

Chris Rocchio, DVM, Business Owner - Monarch Practice Transitions
11:00 AM 11:50 AM
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Practice Success: How Great Practices Are Built from the Inside Out
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Speakers

Michele Drake, DVM, CVA, Founder/Co-Founder & Chief Veterinary Officer - The Drake Center for Veterinary Care/GeniusVets
01:00 PM 01:50 PM
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From Clinic to Curbside: The Journey to Owning a Mobile Practice
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Speakers

Dustin Borth, DVM, Veterinary Expert - Wag’n Tails
02:00 PM 02:50 PM
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Feline Feeding – Dr. Elsey's Take On Carbs, Phosphorus & Protein Sources
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Speakers

Mat Brost, VP Marketing & Innovation - Dr. Elsey’s | Precious Cat, Inc.
03:00 PM 03:50 PM
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10:15 AM 11:05 AM
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More Than a Meal: The Science and Standards Behind Pet Food Production
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Chairperson

Brittani Jones, DVM, DACVS, Scientific Communications Manager - The Farmer's Dog

Speakers

Taylor Root, VMD, CX Veterinary Relations Sr. Manager - The Farmer's Dog
11:20 AM 12:10 PM
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Fresh Science: Digging Into the Data Behind Fresh vs Processed
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Chairperson

Brittani Jones, DVM, DACVS, Scientific Communications Manager - The Farmer's Dog

Speakers

Joseph Wakshlag, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (nutrition), DACVSMR, Professor - Cornell University
01:30 PM 02:20 PM
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Fresh Food, Real Facts: Debunking Common Nutrition Myths
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Chairperson

Brittani Jones, DVM, DACVS, Scientific Communications Manager - The Farmer's Dog

Speakers

Renee Streeter, DVM, DACVIM (Nutrition), Senior Director Animal Nutrition - The Farmer’s Dog
02:40 PM 03:30 PM
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Case-Based Insights: Using Fresh Food in Disease Management
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Chairperson

Brittani Jones, DVM, DACVS, Scientific Communications Manager - The Farmer's Dog

Speakers

Jessie Markovich, DVM, DACVIM, (SAIM, NUTRITION)
03:40 PM 04:30 PM
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From Research to Real Life: Expert Panel Discussion on Fresh Food
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Chairperson

Brittani Jones, DVM, DACVS, Scientific Communications Manager - The Farmer's Dog

Speakers

Joseph Wakshlag, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (nutrition), DACVSMR, Professor - Cornell University

Jessie Markovich, DVM, DACVIM, (SAIM, NUTRITION)

Renee Streeter, DVM, DACVIM (Nutrition), Senior Director Animal Nutrition - The Farmer’s Dog

Taylor Root, VMD, CX Veterinary Relations Sr. Manager - The Farmer's Dog

09:00 AM 12:00 PM
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Euthanasia Techniques Workshop
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Speakers

Kathleen Cooney, DVM, CHPV, CPEV, DACAW, Sr. Director of Medical Education - Companion Animal Euthanasia Training Academy (CAETA)

09:00 AM 09:50 AM
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Practical Approaches: Managing MMVD without a Cardio Consult

Speakers

Amara Estrada, DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology), Professor of Cardiology - University of Florida
10:05 AM 10:55 AM
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Practical Approaches: Home and In-Clinic Rehabilitation Exercises for Dogs with OA

Speakers

Leilani Alvarez, DVM, DACVSMR, Director of Integrative and Rehabilitative Medicine - Schwarzman Animal Medical Center
11:10 AM 12:00 PM
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Thirsty for Knowledge - Let’s Talk PU-PD

Speakers

Peter Chapman, BVetMed DECVIM-CA DACVIM MRCVS, Medical Director - Red Bank Veterinary Hospital, Tinton Falls NJ
12:30 PM 01:20 PM
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Addison's Disease: Don't Make a 'Crisis' Out of Diagnosis Management
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Speakers

Bill Saxon, DVM, DACVIM, DACVECC, IDEXX Medical Education Specialist - Idexx
01:50 PM 02:40 PM
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Practical Approaches: Managing Heart Failure

Speakers

Amara Estrada, DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology), Professor of Cardiology - University of Florida
02:55 PM 03:45 PM
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Respiratory Distress in the ER: Rapid Diagnosis and Stabilization

Speakers

Erik Zager, DVM, DACVECC, Board-certified Emergency and Critical Care specialist, Managing partner, and Department Head of the Emergency - Philadelphia Animal Specialty and Emergency (PASE)
04:00 PM 04:50 PM
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Sedations Do's & Dont's: Guidance for Sedating Patients with Common Comorbidities

Speakers

Mariana Crumley, DVM, MS, DACVAA, Anesthesiologist - Veterinary Referral Associates

09:15 AM 10:05 AM
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Chronic Rhinitis

Speakers

Dennis Slade, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), Senior Veterinarian, Specialist in Internal Medicine - Schwarzman Animal Medical Center
10:20 AM 11:10 AM
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Feline Urethral Obstruction: Practical Approaches

Speakers

Erik Zager, DVM, DACVECC, Board-certified Emergency and Critical Care specialist, Managing partner, and Department Head of the Emergency - Philadelphia Animal Specialty and Emergency (PASE)
11:25 AM 12:15 PM
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Systematic Approach to Canine Otitis

Speakers

Andrew Rosenberg, DVM, DACVD, Dermatologist and Director of Medical Operations - Animal Dermatology Group
01:40 PM 02:30 PM
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Anesthesia Management of Patients with Cardiovascular Disease

Speakers

Mariana Crumley, DVM, MS, DACVAA, Anesthesiologist - Veterinary Referral Associates
02:45 PM 03:35 PM
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Diagnosis and Management of Interdigital disease

Speakers

Andrew Rosenberg, DVM, DACVD, Dermatologist and Director of Medical Operations - Animal Dermatology Group
03:50 PM 04:40 PM
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Treating Cardiac Arrythmias

Speakers

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

08:25 AM 09:15 AM
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Controlled Substance Management- Navigating the Regulatory Maze for Today’s Busy Veterinary Professional Part 1

Speakers

Lisa Penny, Registered Pharmacist, Director-Pharmacy Compliance & Diversion Control - Cencora
09:30 AM 10:20 AM
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Controlled Substance Management- Navigating the Regulatory Maze for Today’s Busy Veterinary Professional Part 2

Speakers

Lisa Penny, Registered Pharmacist, Director-Pharmacy Compliance & Diversion Control - Cencora
10:35 AM 11:25 AM
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Raising and Caring for Backyard Chickens from A to Z

Speakers

Laurie Hess, DVM, Diplomate ABVP (Avian Practice), Owner/Director - Veterinary Center for Birds & Exotics
11:40 AM 12:30 PM
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Fecal Microbiota Transplantation

Speakers

Dennis Slade, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), Senior Veterinarian, Specialist in Internal Medicine - Schwarzman Animal Medical Center
01:30 PM 02:20 PM
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How Mood Affects Pain: Improve Injury Recovery with Emotion Regulation

Speakers

Leilani Alvarez, DVM, DACVSMR, Director of Integrative and Rehabilitative Medicine - Schwarzman Animal Medical Center
02:35 PM 03:25 PM
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An Updated Look at Feline CKD Management

Speakers

Dennis Slade, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), Senior Veterinarian, Specialist in Internal Medicine - Schwarzman Animal Medical Center
03:40 PM 04:30 PM
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Tailored Testing: Navigating Breed-Specific Blood Work Variations

Speakers

Peter Chapman, BVetMed DECVIM-CA DACVIM MRCVS, Medical Director - Red Bank Veterinary Hospital, Tinton Falls NJ

08:30 AM 09:20 AM
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Cancer Detection Technology for Canine Lumps and Bumps: Bridging the Diagnostic Gap
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Speakers

Natalie Marks, DVM, CVJ, CCFP, Elite FFCP-V, CEO - VANE
09:40 AM 10:30 AM
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The Silent Sufferers: Practical Strategies for Managing Chronic Pain in Geriatric Dogs
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Speakers

Monica Tarantino
10:50 AM 11:40 AM
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Non-Surgical Management of Often Times Non-Surgical Diseases: How to Treat Shoulders and Lumbosacral Disease
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Speakers

Matthew Brunke, DVM DACVSMR (Canine), CCAT Fellow - IAVRPT
01:30 PM 02:20 PM
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The Dyspneic Patient in ER: 10 Tips to Handle Them
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Speakers

Sergio Serrano, LV, DVM, DACVECC
02:40 PM 03:30 PM
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From Head to Toe: Current Understanding of Lupus and Lupoid Skin Diseases in Dogs
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Speakers

Zijin Zhou, DVM, DACVD
03:50 PM 04:40 PM
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Top Tips for Preventing Extraction Complications
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Speakers

Jamie A. Berning, DVM, DAVDC, Board Certified Veterinary Dentist - Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery of Ohio

09:30 AM 10:20 AM
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Oncology Tools You Can Use in Your Practice

Speakers

Ann Elizabeth Hohenhaus, DVM, Diplomate, ACVIM (Oncology & Small Animal Internal Medicine) Certified Veterinary Journalist, Director, Pet Health Information - Schwarzman Animal Medical Center
10:30 AM 11:20 AM
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Feline Tooth Resorption, Extract, Shave, or Surrender? Tackling Treatment, Recovery, and the Root Cause

Speakers

Michael Congiusta, DVM, DAVDC, Board Certified Veterinary Dentist™️ and Oral Surgeon Diplomate, American Veterinary Dental College®️ - Garden State Veterinary Specialists Eatontown, NJ, USA
11:30 AM 12:20 PM
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What to Say… How to Say It… and to Whom? Improving Your Organization’s Communication Skills at Scale!

Speakers

Ken Rotondo, DVM, MBA, President/Co-Founder - Rehavior, Inc
01:30 PM 02:20 PM
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The SDEP Abdominal US Protocol, Canine & Feline, Thoroughness & Efficiency for the Clinical Sonographer

Speakers

Eric Liinquist, D+MV (Italy), DABVP (CFM) Cert. IVUSS, CEO-Founder - SONOPATH.COM
02:30 PM 03:20 PM
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Tiny Teeth, Big Problems: The Tooth About Small Mammal Dentistry

Speakers

Andrea Winkel, DVM, MPH, Clinical Assistant Professor, Zoo and Exotics - Rowan University Shreiber School Of Veterinary Medicine
03:30 PM 04:20 PM
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Vestibular Dysfunction in Cats and Dogs: Localization, Diagnosis, and Common Disorders

Speakers

Sarah Stephan, DVM, DACVIM (Neurology) Neurology, Neurosurgery, Veterinarian - BluePearl Pet Hospital

Thao Vo, DVM, DACVIM (Neurology) Neurology, Neurosurgery, Neurologist/Neurosurgeon - BluePearl Pet Hospital

09:00 AM 09:50 AM
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Oh Oh Otitis!: Using Ear Cytology to Guide Clinical Management of Otitis

Speakers

Cat Metry, DVM, DACVD, Veterinary Dermatologist - Idexx
10:20 AM 11:10 AM
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Oh Oh Chronic Otitis! Management of Chronic or Recurrent Ear Issues

Speakers

Cat Metry, DVM, DACVD, Veterinary Dermatologist - Idexx
11:40 AM 12:30 PM
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Things That Cats Do: Feline Allergic Skin Disease

Speakers

Cat Metry, DVM, DACVD, Veterinary Dermatologist - Idexx
02:30 PM 03:20 PM
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HAC…Easy as 1, 2, 3. Simplifying Cushing’s Diagnosis and Management

Speakers

Bill Saxon, DVM, DACVIM, DACVECC, IDEXX Medical Education Specialist - Idexx
03:40 PM 04:30 PM
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The Collapsed, DKA, Cushingoid Patient and Other Confusing Endocrine Comorbidities

Speakers

Bill Saxon, DVM, DACVIM, DACVECC, IDEXX Medical Education Specialist - Idexx

08:45 AM 09:35 AM
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Speaker from Chi Dog
10:00 AM 10:50 AM
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11:05 AM 11:55 AM
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DEA Compliance 101: What Every Veterinary Clinic Needs to Know
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Speakers

Jack Teitelman, Founder & CEO - TITAN Group
01:45 PM 05:00 PM
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08:00 AM 08:50 AM
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Part 1: Strategic Planning – Tailoring Anesthesia and Analgesia Protocols with ERAS Protocols in Mind

Speakers

Tasha McNerney, BS,CVT,CVPP,VTS (anesthesia), Anesthesia Technician - Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds

Mrs. Darci Palmer, LVT, VTS (Anesthesia & Analgesia), Anesthesia Veterinary Technician - Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine
09:00 AM 09:50 AM
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Part 2: Drug Choices that Matter – Pharmacology and Patient-Centered Anesthetic Plans

Speakers

Tasha McNerney, BS,CVT,CVPP,VTS (anesthesia), Anesthesia Technician - Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds

Mrs. Darci Palmer, LVT, VTS (Anesthesia & Analgesia), Anesthesia Veterinary Technician - Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine
10:00 AM 10:50 AM
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Part 3: Under Pressure – Respiratory Monitoring in Veterinary Anesthesia

Speakers

Tasha McNerney, BS,CVT,CVPP,VTS (anesthesia), Anesthesia Technician - Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds

Mrs. Darci Palmer, LVT, VTS (Anesthesia & Analgesia), Anesthesia Veterinary Technician - Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine
11:00 AM 11:50 AM
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Part 4: Keep the Beat – Cardiac Monitoring and Troubleshooting Under Anesthesia

Speakers

Tasha McNerney, BS,CVT,CVPP,VTS (anesthesia), Anesthesia Technician - Veterinary Anesthesia Nerds

Mrs. Darci Palmer, LVT, VTS (Anesthesia & Analgesia), Anesthesia Veterinary Technician - Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine
01:00 PM 01:50 PM
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02:00 PM 02:50 PM
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03:00 PM 03:50 PM
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Dental Radiology Made Easy- Tips and Tricks!

Speakers

Mary L. Berg, BS, LATG, RVT, VTS (Dentistry), FVTE, President and Founder - Beyond the Crown Veterinary Education
04:00 PM 04:50 PM
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Basic Dental X-ray Interpretatio

Speakers

Mary L. Berg, BS, LATG, RVT, VTS (Dentistry), FVTE, President and Founder - Beyond the Crown Veterinary Education

08:30 AM 09:20 AM
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The Independent Veterinary Business: Profit, Protection, and Purpose

Chairperson

Marissa Brunetti, VMD, Chief Veterinary Officer and Practicing Veterinarian - IndeVets

Speakers

Kira Purdon, DVM, CVA, Co-Owner & Veterinarian - Sage Veterinary Center

Richard Sanderson, BVSc certAVP(SAP) MRCVS, RCVS Advanced Practitioner In Small Animal Practice, Director - Peninsula Vet Referrals

Laurie Hess, DVM, Diplomate ABVP (Avian Practice), Owner/Director - Veterinary Center for Birds & Exotics

Stephanie Silberstang, DVM, Veterinarian, CEO, & Founder - Gentle Journey Vet Care
09:40 AM 10:30 AM
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10:50 AM 11:40 AM
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From Generative to Agentic: How 2025’s AI Wave Will Redefine Veterinary Practice

Speakers

Aaron Massecar, PhD, MBA, VP, Partnerships - CO.VET
01:55 PM 02:45 PM
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Beyond Burnout: Building Sustainable Culture & Teams That Stay

Chairperson

Odie Marcovici, Senior Director of Intern Development - VCA

Speakers

Ashley Beard, DVM, CCRT, Co-Owner - Sage Veterinary Center

Suzanne Thomas, BA, BS, LVT, CVT, CCFP, CVBL, Founder/CEO - Leading Veterinary Teams, LLC

Marissa Brunetti, VMD, Chief Veterinary Officer and Practicing Veterinarian - IndeVets
03:00 PM 03:50 PM
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NEW Trends in Practice Sales and Transitions

Speakers

Rohit Malhotra, DVM, MBA, Practice Transition Consultant - Omni Practice Group
04:05 PM 04:55 PM
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Blueprint to Ownership: A Veterinarian’s Guide to Becoming a Practice Owner
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Speakers

Jennifer Bruns, DVM, MPVM, Sr. Director Veterinary Relationships - PetSmart Veterinary Services

09:00 AM 09:50 AM
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Veterinary Marketing Blueprint: How to Grow your Practice from Zero to Million
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Mr. Ahmad J. Butt, Chief Digital Officer - Napollo Software Design
10:00 AM 10:50 AM
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Building a Business That Lasts: The Vet’s Guide to Starting a Practice

Speakers

Richard Sanderson, BVSc certAVP(SAP) MRCVS, RCVS Advanced Practitioner In Small Animal Practice, Director - Peninsula Vet Referrals
11:00 AM 11:50 AM
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Surgery and Dentistry on the Move: Practical Techniques for the Mobile Veterinarian
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Speakers

Dustin Borth, DVM, Veterinary Expert - Wag’n Tails
01:00 PM 01:50 PM
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Built to Attract: The Secret Ingredient That Draws in Clients and Team Members
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David Hall, Co-Founder & Head of Product - GeniusVets
02:00 PM 02:50 PM
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03:00 PM 03:50 PM
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Becoming Your Own Well-Being Buddy: Empowering Veterinary Professionals to Improve their Health & Wellness with Lifestyle Medicine

Speakers

Melyssa Allen, MA, NBC-HWC, DipACLM, Lifestyle Medicine Coach - Veterinary Well-Being Buddy

08:15 AM 09:05 AM
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09:30 AM 10:20 AM
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10:40 AM 11:30 AM
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Catch a Unicorn: Understanding Your Practice's DNA for Relief Vet Success
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Speakers

Charlotte Weir, VP Hospital Success & Industry Relations - Roo
01:30 PM 02:20 PM
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Changing the Game in OA Pain: What Every Clinician Should Know About Monoclonal Antibodies
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Speakers

Melina Zimmerman, DVM, DACVAA, CVPP, CVMA, CCRP, Founder and Owner - The Doggy Gym LLC & Elevate Anesthesia
02:40 PM 03:30 PM
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Mapping the Path Forward: Key Findings from Heartworm Surveillance Research
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Speakers

Jenifer Sheehy, DVM BCPA, Associate Director, Canine Parasiticides| Medical Affairs - Zoetis
03:40 PM 04:30 PM
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Speakers

Angela Everett, DVM, Scientific Services Veterinarian - Royal Canin

09:00 AM 05:00 PM
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Extracapsular CrCL Repair and MPL Workshop
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Speakers

Anthony Kahn, DVM, DACVS, Owner - Anchor Veterinary Surgery

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