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2019 Convention Schedule... Thursday, January 24, 2019:

Saturday, January 26, 2019:

Various Times 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. - 11:50 p.m. 11:50 a.m. - 12:50 p.m 1:00 p.m. - 4:20 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. - 3:50 p.m. 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.

7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 8:30 a.m. 8:40 a.m. - 12:10 p.m. 9:30 a.m. - 2:40 p.m. 12:10 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. 12:10 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. 1:20 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. 1:20 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

MVMA Committee Meetings Missouri Veterinary Medical (Licensing) Board Meeting MVMA Registration Desk Open Concurrent CE Sessions Buffet Lunch Concurrent CE Sessions Missouri VMA Executive Board Meeting MSFQAP Training Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation Board Meeting MVMA Academy Mini-Topics Program

Friday, January 25, 2019: 7:15 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. 7:45 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. 7:45 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 8:40 a.m. - 12:10 p.m. 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 12:10 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. 12:10 p.m. - 1:20 p.m. 1:20 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

MVMA LLC Board Meeting Continental Breakfast Exhibit Hall Open MVMA Registration Desk Open Concurrent CE Sessions Missouri Veterinary Medical (Licensing Board) Meeting Buffet Lunch in Exhibit Hall MVMA Past Presidents Luncheon Concurrent CE Sessions Veterinary Student Welcome Reception Exhibit Hall Party VBMA “Speed Networking” Kids Fun Night Program (see pg. 4 for details) Foundation Reception, $10,000 Drawing, Silent Auction, $10,000 Drawing (Dinner on your own.)

Entertaining Highlights

Membership Meeting/Breakfast Sponsored by IDEXX MVMA Registration Desk Open Informal Gathering for Spouses, Partners and Friends Concurrent CE Sessions Exhibit Hall Open Buffet Lunch in Exhibit Hall MVMA Academy Business Luncheon Sponsored by Patterson Veterinary Concurrent CE Sessions Anesthesia Lecture/Dry Lab (Held at MU-CVM ) See page 13. MVTA Technician/Practice Staff Reception Recent Grad Reception Christian Veterinary Mission Reception Kids Fun Night Program (see pg. 4 for details.) MVMA Reception MVMA Awards Ceremony Banquet Student Mixer: Stories from the Other Side

Sunday, January 27, 2019: 7:00 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. 7:00 a.m. - 12 Noon 8:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m. 12:00 Noon 12:05 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

MVMA & MU-CVM Breakfast With the College MVMA Registration Desk Open Concurrent CE Sessions Check Out 2020 Convention Planning Committee Meeting MVMA Job Fair

Have a Safe Trip Home!

gain this year, you can build your own program. The convention will offer an option to register for any day or days you want to attend, or register for the entire four-day event. You attend the days you want to attend. Due to this format, it is important to wear your name badge to all CE sessions, social events and the exhibit hall. Your name badge contains the days you are attending plus all meals you have purchased. See the registration forms on pages 8-9. This year’s convention welcomes Andy Roark, DVM for enlightening presentations at the General Session on Saturday morning and at other events throughout the day, and Dr. Richard DeBowes who will be lecturing during the Sunday Soft Skills track. Dr. Roark is a practicing veterinarian, international speaker, author, and media personality. He is the founder of the Uncharted Veterinary Conference and DrAndyRoark.com. Dr. Roark was voted the Practice Management Speaker of the Year at NAVC (one of the world’s largest veterinary conferences) three out of the last four years. Richard M. Debowes, DVM, MS, DACVS, is a Professor of Surgery and the Director of the Professional Life Skills program at the Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine. He is co-founder of the Veterinary Leadership Experience and currently oversees the Dr. Andy Roark practice management curriculum at WSU. He continues to teach leadership and the clinical communication courses at WSU. Thursday seminars include a variety of topics including cattle operations, bovine reproduction, parisitology, radiology, tick-borne disease, pocket pets, equine laser, mental wellbeing, and estate planning. In addition, there is Missouri Stocker/Feeder Quality Assurance Training and the MVMA Academy Mini-Topics Seminar packed with short, informative presentations on a variety of subjects. • Win or lose, you don’t want to miss the fun and excitement at Friday’s Foundation Reception, Drawing and Silent Auction. Admission is free but small donations are accepted to help defray costs. Hors d’oeuvres will be served. Be sure to purchase your ticket for a chance to win $10,000, and many other cash prizes. Drawing tickets are $100 and can be purchased through the registration forms on pages 8 and 9. • Veterinary students should plan to attend the “Student Welcome Reception” on Friday afternoon to help you navigate through the Dr. Rick DeBowes convention and make the most out of the event. On Saturday evening, we’re having a student mixer for current veterinary students. (See page 7 for more.) • Again this year! The convention’s entire CE program is open to veterinary technicians, practice staff, and technician students. (See registration forms on pages 8-9). Also, plan to attend Saturday’s Missouri Veterinary Technician Association’s Reception held prior to the MVMA Banquet. • Attendees are encouraged to sign up on the registration form to be part of Friday’s VBMA Speed Networking where practicing vets and university students get acquainted in this practical, painless round-robin, networking event. Because many fourth-year students already have post-graduation employment commitments, the event is geared to first, second and third year students seeking mentorship, preceptorships, and contacts for future postgraduation employment.

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General Information & Social Events... Hotel Reservations

A block of sleeping rooms has been reserved for the Missouri VMA at Holiday Inn Executive Center. The convention rate is $126.95 plus tax 13% state tax (subject to change) and $1.95 hotel service charge). This rate includes in-room wireless high speed internet service. To guarantee the MVMA hotel convention rate, make reservations by January 3, 2019. After this date, reservations will be taken on a space available basis. Call Holiday Inn Executive Center 1-800-HOLIDAY. Ask for Group Block VMD. There will also be a link on the MVMA convention website, movmaconvention. com, where you can make your room reservations. To contact the hotel directly, call 1-573445-8531. Holiday Inn Executive Center is located at 2200 I-70 Drive SW, Columbia, MO. 65203.

Convention Registration

Again this year, you can build your own program. The convention will offer an option to register for any day or days you want to attend, or register for the entire four-day event. You attend the days you want to attend. See the registration forms on pages 8-9. Due to this new format, it is important to wear your name badge to all CE sessions, social events and the exhibit hall. Your name badge contains the days you are attending plus all meals you have purchased. You can register for the convention online (students must register online) at movmaconvention. com. Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover credit cards are accepted. Registration, advance or on site, is required for admission to the convention. Advance registration must be postmarked by January 8, 2019 or faxed or registered online by January 11, 2019 to receive the discounted fee. Full four-day veterinarian registration includes admittance to the continuing education sessions, breakfast and lunch on Friday, Membership Meeting and breakfast and lunch on Saturday, MVMA & MU-CVM Breakfast With the College on Sunday, refreshment breaks, and entrance into the Exhibit Hall. The Proceedings are available for download at no charge approximately one week prior to the convention through the new MVMA Convention app. Pre-registered attendees will receive an email with information on how to download the app. You can download the abstracts to your laptop or tablet. Attendees can also pre-purchase a printed copy of the Proceedings. See registration form on page 9 for pricing.

Cancellations and Refunds

No refunds will be made after January 11, 2019. Refunds will be made only if the registrant contacts the Missouri VMA office by January 11, 2019 requesting reimbursement.

Name Badges

Please wear your name badge at all Convention functions. Name badges are required for meals, admission to all CE

sessions, social events, and exhibit hall. Children who do not have a name badge will be admitted if they are accompanied by an adult.

Continuing Education • Thursday, January 24 - 9 hours • Friday, January 25 - 5 hours • Saturday, January 26 - 6 hours • Sunday, January 27 - 4 hours Total 24 hours

Veterinary Students Students are invited to attend all four days of the Convention at no charge (meals not included). Register online at movmaconvention.com. There is no paper registration for students. Be sure to attend the Student Welcome on Friday afternoon & Student Mixer and Taco Bar on Saturday after the evening awards ceremony. Students are also encouraged to attend the MVMA Academy Lunch on Saturday (select meal on registration form if planning to attend). The Academy is the continuing education arm of the MVMA and sets a high standard for education that is consistent with the ideals of the veterinary profession.

Veterinary Technicians, Practice Staff and Technician Students The convention’s entire CE program is open to veterinary technicians, practice staff, and technician students. See the registration forms on pages 8-9. A special veterinary technician & practice staff reception is held on Saturday from 4:30-6:00 p.m. Don’t miss out!

Special Needs If you have a disability that may affect your participation in this meeting or need special dietary requirements, please see the registration form. Special rooming needs due to a disability should be requested from the hotel when making reservations. We will contact you to discuss accommodations. We cannot assure the availability of appropriate arrangements without early notification, but every effort will be made to meet your needs. A nursing mother’s room will again be available throughout the convention.

Questions/Information If you have any questions or need further information about the 2019 Annual Convention, please contact: Missouri VMA, 2500 Country Club Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65109, phone (573) 6368612 or fax (573) 659-7175, or email to mvma@movma.org

Bring the Family! Plan to bring the entire family to the 2019 MVMA Convention in Columbia with a wide variety of activities to appeal to all. The Downtown District offers many unique shops, galleries, theatres, and eateries. For a close-by shopping experience, the Columbia Mall with major retailers is within walking distance from the hotel. For more information on what the city has to offer, go to www.visitcolumbiamo.com.

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Social Events, Meal Functions & Tickets... Friday, January 25 Veterinary Student Welcome Reception & Photo Friday, January 25, 2:30 P.M. - 3:30 P.M. Veterinary students, be sure to join us for a welcome reception. Enjoy the company of your fellow classmates along with seasoned professionals who will be on hand to help you navigate your way through the convention. A group photo will be taken.

Exhibit Hall Party Friday, January 25, 4:00 - 5:00 P.M. Come relax at the end of the day and get to know all the exhibitors better at the Exhibit Hall Party, planned for Friday evening. MVMA’s Partners for Progress will be distributing drink tickets, while they last, for the cash bar. You won’t want to miss the opportunity to visit all the booths during this fun event.

VBMA-MVMA Veterinarian/Student Speed Networking Event Friday, January 25, 4:00 - 5:30 P.M. A chance for practicing vets and university students to quickly get acquainted in this practical, painless round-robin networking event. Be sure to mark the box at bottom of registration form. While this won’t be the place for hiring a new graduate, it’s a great place to establish preceptorships and exchange knowledge between practioners and students! See Kibbles n’ Bits on page 7 for more information.

MVMA Kids Fun Night/Childcare - Friday & Saturday Friday, January 25, 5:00 - 7:30 P.M. Saturday, January 26, 5:30 - 9:00 P.M. Be sure to sign up for this year’s Kid’s Club Program There will be organized activities including crafts, movies and dinner on both Friday and Saturday evening. There will be lots of fun for 4-12 year olds and the admission of $20 per child per night includes dinner. Please be sure to sign up on the registration form. Also, if your child or children will be attending, stop by the registration desk in the lobby upon arrival to sign in and complete the necessary paperwork. (See page 7 for more.)

Don’t forget the Foundation Silent Auction. You will have the opportunity to enter bids for several wonderful items at the Foundation’s Reception on Friday. As the bidding heats up, you won’t want to miss the final opportunity to write in your bid at the last minute. Silent Auction donations would be much appreciated. Call the MVMA office at 573-636-8612 if you have a donation..

Saturday, January 26 MVMA Membership Meeting and Breakfast Saturday, January 26, 7:00 - 8:30 A.M. Join your colleagues for a great breakfast bright and early while you participate in the governance of your association. The breakfast is included in four-day convention registrations. Be sure to include your intention to attend on the registration form.

Informal Gathering over Coffee Saturday, January 26, 8:30 A.M. Spouses, friends and partners will want to once again renew old acquaintances and make new friends on Saturday beginning at 8:30 a.m.

Recent Graduate Forum Saturday, January 26, 4:30 - 6:00 P.M. Before the Awards Ceremony on Saturday, we’re having a Forum for Recent Graduates (up to 10 years out). See details under Kibbles & Bits on page 7.

Missouri Veterinary Technician Association Reception Saturday, January 26, 4:30 - 6:00 P.M. Join fellow veterinary technicians and practice staff for a reception prior to the MVMA Awards Ceremony. Sponsored by the MVTA.

Christian Veterinary Mission Reception Saturday, January 26, 5:00 - 6:00 P.M.

Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation Drawing and Silent Auction

Renew acquaintances and make new friends during this time for fellowship, including an enlightening presentation and light appetizers. There is no cost for the reception. Sign up on the registration form on page 9.

Friday, January 25, 5:30 - 7:00 P.M.

MVMA Reception

Be sure to purchase your ticket for a chance to win $10,000, payable at the Convention! Tickets are $100 and you will have a chance to win many other cash prizes. The drawings will take place during the Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation Recep-

tion. Support your Foundation by purchasing a ticket on the registration form. Purchase your ticket by December 15 for a chance to win $100 in the early bird drawing. (Purchase of a ticket is not required to attend.) Note: Cash prizes will be prorated in the event all tickets are not sold. So, tell your friends!

Saturday, January 26, 6:00 - 6:30 P.M. Join collegues and students prior to the awards presentation for this fun reception.

MVMA Awards Ceremony

Saturday, January 26, 6:30 - 7:00 P.M.

An Invitation for Students

Join fellow colleagues to discover this year’s award winners including the coveted “Veterinarian of the Year”. Again this year, the evening will feature a new format to maximize exposure to the MVMA Awards presentation. The awards will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. In addition to the awards, we will also Dr. Bill Jones, 2018 MVMA have the Class of 2019 Power of 10 Veterinarian of the Year. graduation ceremony. The banquet meal is still available, with a ticket, following the awards presentation at 7 p.m. for members who wish to take that opportunity to share fellowship with family, friends and colleagues over a meal (see below). However, there will be no formal banquet program Saturday evening.

MVMA Banquet Meal

Saturday, January 26, 7:00 P.M. - 8:30 P.M. Saturday evening’s Awards Ceremony, held at 6:30 p.m., will be followed by a banquet where colleagues, family and friends can enjoy each other’s company over a delicious meal. Purchase your ticket on the registration form.

Student Mixer: Stories from the Other Side Saturday, January 26, 7:00 P.M. - 8:30 P.M.

Feed your stomach and your mind. Join fellow MU-CVM students for a taco bar and roundtable discussion with select recent graduates. Get valuable tips for navigating into your post-graduation veterinary careers.

Sunday, January 27 MVMA & MU-CVM Breakfast with the College Sunday, January 27, 7:00 - 7:45 A.M.

Join us Sunday morning for a buffet breakfast with colleagues and hear an update from the MU College of Veterinary Medicine and the MVMA.

MVMA/VBMA Job Fair

DVM Students: Please join us...

Sunday, January 27, 1:00 - 3:00 P.M. The MVMA/VBMA Job Fair offers veterinarians and practice staff a venue to discuss employment options with prospective employers. The event will be held in the exhibit hall (Expo Center) at the Holiday Inn.

On Friday

Student Welcome Reception Exhibit Hall Party VBMA Speed Networking (1st, 2nd & 3rd year students) MVMF Foundation Drawing & Silent Auction

Your Passport to the Convention. Your name badge is a very important piece of attire for the convention. Don’t forget it! You will need it to attend CE sessions, social events and meals. Individual event/meal tickets will not be printed. All your information is included on your badge, so please wear it proudly. It also includes your bidder number for the lively Foundation Silent Auction held Friday evening.

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he MVMA is proud to have Dr. Andy Roark as our main speaker at the General Session and breakout sessions on Saturday morning and afternoon.

n Sunday morning, we are pleased to have Dr. Richard DeBowes speaking on best practices of operation for your clinic in this insightful lecture series.

Dr. Roark is a practicing veterinarian, international speaker, author, and media personality. He is the founder of the Uncharted Veterinary Conference and DrAndyRoark.com. He has been an award-winning columnist for DVM360 and his popular Facebook page, website, and YouTube show reach millions of people every month.

Richard M. Debowes, DVM, MS, DACVS, is a Professor of Surgery and the Director of the Professional Life Skills program at the Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine. A 1979 veterinary graduate of the University of Illinois, Dr. DeBowes has practiced in both private small animal practice and equine practice settings.

“Pet owners often don’t see those of us in scrubs or white coats For over 39 years, Rick has worked with and led small and large as real people. They don’t understand the pressure we put on multidisciplinary veterinary health care and organizational teams. ourselves to serve them and their pets. They don’t realize that HOTEL BANQUET AND MEETING FACILITIES MAP Working with his colleague, Dr. Kathy Ruby, he helped organize, the people working in their veterinarian’s office are there for all develop and fund a professional leadership program for both the right reasons. They just don’t know… but they want to.” incoming Washington State students (Cougar Orientation and “And on the veterinary side, feelings of isolation and exhaustion Leadership Experience: COLE) and more broadly, for the global run rampant. So many of us are laboring away in our own little profession of veterinary students, technicians, practitioners and clinics and believing we are the only ones who struggle with feelfaculty from around the world. This latter program, the Vetings of uncertainty, insecurity, inadequacy, stress, or burnout.” erinary Leadership Experience (VLE) was co-developed with experts in experiential education and colleagues from across the Dr. Roark received the Outstanding Young Alumni Award from profession and presented annually through 2012 as the AVMA the University of Florida’s College of Veterinary Medicine, and P VLE to colleagues from around the world. Rick currently overwas voted the Practice Management Speaker of the Year at MEETING FACILITIES MAP sees the practice management curriculum and continues to teach NAVC (one of the world’s largest veterinary conferences) three in the leadership and the clinical communication courses at the out of the last four years. Sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim, WSU College of Veterinary Medicine. MWI Animal Health and Care Credit. EXIT

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tion/MVMA Speed Networking event where CVM students and practicing veterinarians pair up for round-robin style interview sessions. Students move from table to table in this timed event. A fun and informative event for everyone. AGAIN THIS YEAR! Because many fourth-year students already have post-graduation employment commitments, the event is geared to first, second and third year students seeking mentorship, preceptorships, and contacts for future post-graduation employment. Sign up on Registration Form. After the event, everyone is invited to the Foundation’s Reception, Silent Auction and Drawing . Last year’s “Speed Networking” was met with a very positive reaction on both sides of the table, and we’re bringing it back again. Don’t miss this fun, enlightening chance to talk with the veterinarians of the future at this year’s convention.

Recent Graduate Forum.... Before the Awards Banquet on Saturday,

we’re having a Forum for Recent Graduates (up to 10 years out). Be enlightened as recent grads discuss the transition from student-doctor to doctor. Dr. Andy Roark will be making a special presentation to the group entitled “Built to Last, Thriving for the Long Term”.

Student Mixer: Stories from the Other Side.... Also on Saturday

evening, join fellow MU-CVM students for a taco bar and roundtable discussion with recent graduates. Valuable tips for navigating into your post-graduation veterinary careers. Register online at movmaconvention.com.

Over 60 Booths in the Exhibit Hall.... Your chance to view the

latest innovations in veterinary medicine and technology while renewing old friendships and making new ones. Don’t forget the Exhibit Hall Party at 4:00 p.m. on Friday afternoon before the Foundation Reception and $10,000 Drawing!

Bring the Family.... The Columbia Downtown District offers

many unique shops, galleries, theatres, and eateries. For a closeby shopping experience, the Columbia Mall with major retailers is within walking distance from the hotel. The University of Missouri campus offers two very nice museums and a variety of activities throughout the year. For more information on what the city has to offer, go to www.visitcolumbiamo.com.

There will be lots of fun for 4-12 year olds and the admission of $20 per child per night includes dinner. Please be sure to sign up on the registration form. Also, if your child or children will be attending, stop by the registration desk in the lobby upon arrival to sign in and complete the necessary paperwork.

USDA Accreditation... as part of the USDA’s National Veterinary Accreditation, the convention offers

five courses covering preventing disease introduction and spread, animal disease tracecability, foreign animal disease, exotic avian disease and bovine trichomoniasis. See “CE Overview” for days and times.

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on both Friday and Saturday evening. Katie Castle is our childcare specialist and has been in charge of our kids program for many years. Rest assured that your child will be in good hands with Katie.

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2019 MVMA Convention Registration Form (Veterinary Students Must Register Online .) (Check one.)

REGISTRANT’S NAME (for name badge):__________________________________________________________ ADDRESS:_____________________________________________________________________________ CITY/STATE/ZIP:________________________________________________________________________ TELEPHONE NUMBER:_____________________________ Email: _________________________________ SPOUSE/GUEST’S NAME (for name badge):_______________________________________________________

DVM PhD RVT CVA Practice Staff Vet. Tech. Student

REGISTRATION FEES *(Form must be postmarked by January 8, 2019 or faxed by January 11, 2019. After January 11, register on-site at the convention registration desk.)

1. Full Convention Registration Fee (Thurs. - Sun.)

By Jan. 8

On Site After Jan. 11

MVMA Member or member of other state VMA ..................................................................

$315.00

$345.00

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Non-MVMA Member .............................................................................................................................

$460.00

$505.00

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2016 DVM Graduate who is a State VMA Member .............................................................

$215.00

$245.00

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2017 DVM Graduate who is a State VMA Member .............................................................

$115.00

$145.00

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2018 DVM Graduate who is a State VMA Member .............................................................

$0.00

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First-time MVMA Member (2018 Membership Year) ..........................................................

$0.00

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Retired Member or Lifetime Retired Member ........................................................................

$145.00

$160.00

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MVMA Lifetime Member .....................................................................................................................

$245.00

$270.00

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Veterinary Technician/Practice Staff/CVA.....................................................................................

$215.00

$315.00

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Veterinary Technician Student (Does not include meals) ..............................................

$0.00

$130.00

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(Veterinary Students Must Register Online .)

2. Select Full Convention Reg. Meals (Thurs. - Sun.)

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THURSDAY LUNCH – Buffet ..................................................................................................................

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SATURDAY LUNCH GUEST – Buffet ..................................................................................................

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SATURDAY LUNCH ACADEMY MemberS – (Sponsored by Patterson Veterinary) ............................

______X $ 0.00

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SATURDAY LUNCH ACADEMY GUEST ..........................................................................................

______X $28.00

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SATURDAY BANQUET (See page 5 for evening schedule.) .......................

______X $41.00

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Sunday - MU-CVM & MVMA BREAKFAST - Buffet.................................................................

______X $ 0.00

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Sunday - MU-CVM & MVMA GUEST BREAKFAST - Buffet................................................

______X $20.00

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FRIDAY LUNCH – Buffet ............................................................................................................................ FRIDAY LUNCH GUEST – Buffet ...........................................................................................................

FRIDAY PAST PRESIDENTS LUNCH (Invitation Only)................................................................. SATURDAY BREAKFAST – Membership Breakfast (Sponsored by IDEXX) ................................... SATURDAY BREAKFAST GUEST – Membership Breakfast ...............................

SEVERE DIETARY RESTRICTION 8

TOTAL $

q__________________________________________________ Please list any food restrictions here.

TOTAL $

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Complete sections 3 and 4 of Registration Form on next page. Mail or fax both pages.

Mail or fax both pages 8-9.

SUBTOTAL $

Complete name/address block on previous page. Mail or fax both pages.

Day-by-Day Registration Fee (Choose one or more days.)

Non-MVMA Member SUBTOTAL $ By Jan. 8 After Jan. 8

THURSDAY.................................................................................................... $120.00 $155.00

$165.00 $195.00 _________

FRIDAY ............................................................................................................

$120.00 $155.00

$165.00 $195.00 _________

SATURDAY..................................................................................................... $120.00 $155.00

$165.00 $195.00 _________

SUNDAY........................................................................................................... $120.00 $155.00

$165.00 $195.00 _________

Note: 2018 DVM Graduate who is a State VMA Member, First-time MVMA Member (2018 Membership Year), and Veterinary Technician Student, register under Full Convention Registration on page 8 for best price.

Select Day-by-Day Meals

TOTAL $ _________

Number of Tickets

SUBTOTAL $

THURSDAY LUNCH – Buffet ................................................................................................................... ______X $25.00 FRIDAY BREAKFAST ..................................................................................................................................... ______X $20.00 FRIDAY LUNCH – Buffet ............................................................................................................................ ______X $28.00 FRIDAY PAST PRESIDENTS LUNCH (Invitation Only)................................................................... ______X $ 0.00 SATURDAY BREAKFAST – General Membership Breakfast ................................................. ______X $22.00 SATURDAY LUNCH – Buffet .................................................................................................................... ______X $28.00 SATURDAY LUNCH ACADEMY Members & Potential Members ........................ ______X $28.00 SATURDAY BANQUET ............................................................................................................................... ______X $41.00 Sunday MU-CVM & MVMA BREAKFAST - Buffet..................................................................... ______X $20.00 SEVERE DIETARY RESTRICTION q___________________________________________________

_________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________

Please list any food restrictions here.

TOTAL $ _________

Labs

Check if attending SATURDAY ANESTHESIA DRY Lab (Open to DVM & RVT. Limited to 25 participants. Held at MU-CVM. See page 13.) (Dr. Keith Branson and Dr. Alex Bukoski) ....................... q $ 0.00 SUNDAY Avian Influenza Sampling Certification (Bill Pittenger) ............. q $ 0.00

Foundation Drawing

Quantity:

$10,000 FOUNDATION DRAWING TICKET (Early Bird Drawing Dec. 15th)................

______X $100.00

SUBTOTAL $ _________ _________ _________

Proceedings Book and Childcare PROCEEDINGS (Printed Book) Note: Free online & app download with registration..... ______X $40.00 FRIDAY NIGHT CHILDCARE (5:00-7:30 p.m.) .............................................................................. ______X $20.00 SATURDAY NIGHT CHILDCARE (5:30-9:00 p.m.) ....................................................................... ______X $20.00

Other Events (Check box if attending.)

_________ _________ _________ TOTAL $ _______

qMSFQAP Training qRecent Graduate Forum qChristian Veterinary Mission Reception qVBMA Speed Networking (Preceptorships , Mentorships & Post-graduation contacts) qVeterinary Technician Reception qMVMA/VBMA Job Fair - My clinic or business is interested in receiving information on the Sunday afternoon Job Fair.

PAYMENT INFORMATION Name of Registrant (Please print) ____________________________________________________________________________ Type of Card: Mastercard Visa Discover American Express Check enclosed

Amt Authorized: $__________

Card Number:______________________________________ Expiration Date:______________ 3-digit Security Code: _______ Signature:_________________________________________ Name on Card:_________________________________________ MAIL FORM AND CHECKS BY JAN. 8, 2019 TO ADDRESS BELOW, OR FAX BY JAN. 11, 2019 WITH CREDIT CARD INFO TO 573-659-7175.

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Mail or fax both pages 8-9.

MVMA Member By Jan. 8 After Jan. 8

Are you a veterinarian or practice staff member looking for employment?*

Missouri Veterinary Medical Association & Veterinary Business Management Association

January 27, 2019 • 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Holiday Inn Executive Center, Expo Center, Columbia, MO *Check the box on registration form for more information.

Visit Tim, Terry & the Mule Club... plus cvm’s raptors & blood donor dogs at this year’s Convention! Look for them in the Exhibit Hall area.

From left: Dr. Bob Youngquist, Kinsey Holdmeyer, Carley Brucks, Rebecca Belter, Katy Kaufman, Anna Hilker, Dr. John Dodam. The mules from left: Kate, Molly, Terry, Tim.

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Continuing Education Overview Thursday, January 24

Food Animal

Science on the Forefront

1:00-1:50 pm

2:00-2:50 pm

3:00-3:50 pm

6:30-10:30 pm

Challenges & Rewards Associated With Working Stocker Cattle Operations Ken Blue, DVM Sponsored by Elanco

Safety and Efficacy of Vaccines for Bovine Reproductive Pathogens Dan Givens, DVM Sponsored by BoehringerIngelheim

Preventing The Introduction of Infectious Diseases by Bulls or Artificial Insemination Dan Givens, DVM Sponsored by Boehringer-Ingelheim

Missouri Stocker Feeder Quality Assurance Program (MSFQAP) Training

The MVMA Academy Mini-Topics Program (See below)

My next appointment is a what? Preventive care and common diseases in selected nontraditional pets.

Thorasic RadiographyA Review-Part 1 Kristen O’Dell, DVM Sponsored by Radiologic Resources

Thoracic RadiographyA Review-Part 2

Feline Parasites: It’s more than just fleas. Chris Adolph, DVM Chris Adolph, DVM Sponsored by Zoetis Sponsored by Zoetis You Will Never Look at Ticks the Same.

DVM Mental Mental Health Experiences Health First Aid and Service Use Among Veterinary Shelia Taylor, DVM Professionals Kerry Karaffa, PhD Tamara Hancock, PhD

Interpretation of the Capnograph Kevin Cummings, DVM Sponsored by MU-CVM

It’s the little things that count.

Renal Physiology In the Clinic Eileen Hasser, DVM Sponsored by MU-CVM

Melissa Ferry, DVM Estate Planning, Practice Purchase Tips Wes Hentges Sponsored by ProPartners Wealth

5 Ways to Reduce Financial Stress in Your Practice. Keith VanHoy, CPA Sponsored by Stopp & VanHoy

Post-presentation 2:00-2:50 p.m. Wes Hentges Polo Room

Post-presentation 3:00-3:50 p.m. Keith Van Hoy Polo Room

Insulin Signaling In Companion Animals Doug Bowles, DVM Sponsored by MU-CVM

The Latest Advances in Regenerative Medicine Michael Cissel, DVM Sponsored by AniCell Biotech

2:50-3:20 p.m. Break

Wellness and Soft Skills

11:00-11:50 am

11:50-12:50 p.m. Lunch

Companion Animal

10:00-10:50 am

Kristen O’Dell, DVM Sponsored by Radiologic Resources Compassion Fatigue Brian Patrick, DVM Sponsored by Bayer

Use of Class 4 Therapy Laser In a Mixed Equine and Small-Animal Practice Marc Markway, DVM

The MVMA Academy Mini-Topics Must be registered for convention to attend.

Join us for 4 hours of CE credit from 6:30-10:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 24, 2019 for short, informative discussions on a variety of topics • Moderator:Other Dr. Bruce Whittle Cash bar and dry snacks this year. Events Marc Markway, DVM • “Use of Class 4 Therapy Laser In a Mixed Equine and Small-Animal Practice” Everett Mobley, DVM • “Client Communications” Pamela Helm, DVM • “Bee Medicine” Kerry Karaffa, PhD • “Making Sense of Mental Health Services” Other George Fischer, DVM • “How did we get here? - Veterinary Medicine Events in Missouri”” Angela Tennison, DVM • “Talking ‘bout My Generation” Lynn Martin, DVM • “Equine Medicine” The MVMA Academy is the continuing education arm of the Missouri Veterinary Medical Association. Its members are those MVMA members who have met the Academy’s membership requirements and have applied for Academy membership. You need not to be an Academy member to attend this seminar, but are invited to join.

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Continuing Education Overview Friday, January 25 8:40-9:30 am Partners for Progress Presentations

Companion Animal Track 1

Wellness

Equine

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MWI - Amerisource Bergen Travis Williams

Zoetis Chris Adolph, DVM

Purina Veterinary Diets Probiotic Therapy in Dogs and Cats - John Gagne, DVM

10:00-10:50 am

11:20 am-12:10 pm

1:20-2:10 pm

2:40-3:30 pm

AGI: Vomiting/diarrheaPart 1 Todd Tamms, DVM Sponsored by Royal Canin

AGI: Vomiting/diarrheaPart 2 Todd Tamms, DVM Sponsored by Royal Canin

AGI: Vomiting/diarrheaPart 3 Todd Tamms, DVM Sponsored by Royal Canin

AGI: Vomiting/diarrheaPart 4 Todd Tamms, DVM Sponsored by Royal Canin

QPR – QPR Gatekeeper Training – Your role in helping to prevent suicide Marcy Hammerlee, DVM Sponsored by Stopp & VanHoy

The Healer’s Art: An Innovative Elective at the MU CVM Jill Luther, DVM & Francesca Tocco, DVM Sponsored by MU-CVM

Finding Meaning in Veterinary Medicine Groups: Implementation in Your Community Jill Luther, DVM & Francesca Tocco, DVM Sponsored by MU-CVM

Practice Management Brian Patrick, DVM Sponsored by Bayer

Compliance with State & Federal Controlled Substance Laws Michael Boeger Sponsored by BNDD

Practice Management Brian Patrick, DVM Sponsored by Bayer

Are Your Medical Records Top Notch? Carol Ryan, DVM Sponsored by Zoetis

Redefine Your Retirement Denton Zeeman, MBA, CVA Sponsored by RedTire

Missouri Legislative Update Cliff Miller, DVM Sean Edwards, JD Sponsored by Patterson Veterinary

2:10-2:40 p.m. Break in Exhibit Hall

Food Animal

ProPartners Wealth Wes Hentges

12:10-1:20 p.m. Lunch in Exhibit Hall

Special Interest

Boehringer-Ingelheim Kristen Williams, DVM

10.50-11:20 a.m. Break in Exhibit Hall

Practice Management

(9:30-10:00 a.m. Break in Exhibit Hall)

Veterinary Medicine and the Law Sean Edwards, JD

USDA Accreditation Module 3: Overview of Foreign Animal, USDA Program, and Reportable Diseases Charlotte Clifford-Rathert Sponsored by USDA

Dairy Transition Cow Medicine - Part 1 Bradly Mills, DVM Sponsored by Zoetis

Dairy Transition Cow Medicine - Part 2 Bradly Mills, DVM Sponsored by Zoetis

Pig Veterinary Medicine for the General Practitioner Todd Price, DVM

Show Pig Vet Med for the General Practitioner Todd Price, DVM

Equine Immunology Refresher Kenton Morgan, DVM Sponsored by Zoetis

Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy” What’s new? Kenton Morgan, DVM Sponsored by Zoetis

Equine Vaccination Recommendations: What’s the standard of care? Kenton Morgan, DVM Sponsored by Zoetis

Strangles: A new look at an old problem. Kenton Morgan, DVM Sponsored by Zoetis

2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Veterinary Student Welcome Reception Exhibit Hall Party VBMA “Speed Networking” Foundation Reception, $10,000 Drawing, Silent Auction

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Continuing Education Overview Saturday, January 26 8:40-9:30 am

(9:30-10:00 am Break in Exhibit Hall)

“Sharpen Your Axe” - Andy Roark, DVM Sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim, MWI Amerisource Bergen and Care Credit

General Session

This session will be presented to all tracks.

10:00-10:50 am Partners for Progress Presentations

Companion Animal Track

Bayer Animal Health Brian Patrick, DVM

2:40-3:30 pm

3:40-4:30 pm

Leptospirosis: What you don’t see can hurt. Leah Cohn, DVM Sponsored by MU-CVM

Feline Infectious Peritonitis: Where do you stand? Leah Cohn, DVM Sponsored by MU-CVM

Tick-transmitted Pathogens in MissouriPart 1 Leah Cohn, DVM Sponsored by MU-CVM

Tick-transmitted Pathogens in MissouriPart 2 Leah Cohn, DVM Sponsored by MU-CVM

How to Drive Change in Your Practice (even if you’re not the boss) Part 2 Andy Roark, DVM Sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim, MWI, Care Credit

Jedi Mind Trick – Getting Your Colleagues to do What You Want Andy Roark, DVM Sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim, MWI, Care Credit

Working with the Cash Strapped Client Andy Roark, DVM Sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim, MWI, Care Credit

Food Animal

Equine

MU-CVM (25-minute talks)

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