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n y Medical Associatio Missouri Veterinar on Annual Conventi 2024 January 25-28, Center Holiday Inn Executive Southwest 2200 I-70 Drive Columbia, Mo. 65203

2024 MVMA Convention Registration Booklet is inside this issue.

A Publication of the Missouri Veterinary Medical Association

Winter 2023

MISSOURI VETERINARY MEDICAL ASSOCIATION 2500 Country Club Drive Jefferson City, MO 65109 Phone 573-636-8612 • Fax 573-659-7175 email: mvma@movma.org website: www.movma.org BOARD OF GOVERNORS Dr. Matt Silvius President Dr. Kacie Ulhorn President-Elect Dr. David Wilson Vice President Dr. Shelia Taylor Secretary/Treasurer Dr. Edward Migneco Board Chair EXECUTIVE BOARD Dr. Kenton Morgan Northwest District Delegate Dr. Jeffrey Sparks North Central District Delegate Dr. Laura Moon Northeast District Delegate Dr. Christi Belew Kansas City District Delegate Dr. Jessica Stroupe West Central District Delegate Dr. Jessica Farris Greater St. Louis District Delegate Dr. Justin Berger East Central District Delegate Dr. Julie King Southwest District Delegate Dr. Sean Byrd Southeast District Delegate Dr. Chuck Barry AVMA Delegate Dr. Carol Ryan AVMA Alternate Delegate Dr. Leah Cohn (Interim Ex-officio) MU College of Veterinary Medicine Dr. Chuck Lemme (Ex-officio) AVMA District 7 Representative Dr. Cliff Miller (Ex-officio) MVMA Legislative Chair Stephanie Gilliam, RVT, MS (Ex-officio) MVTA Legislative Chair Brody Brown, Student Board Member At-Large Delegates Dr. Lynn Martin • Dr. Sarah Reinkemeyer Dr. Jason Nickell STAFF Julie Braun Executive Director Brette Frank Member Relations & Event Manager Lizzie Benke Digital Communications & Program Coordinator Kim Ralston Director of Print Communications Michelle Gentges Executive Assistant Dawn Felger Member Data Specialist Jessie Schulte Bookkeeper Lori Muhlenbruch District Coordinator 2

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Inside this issue... Happenings: MVMA People and Events........................................... 4-5 Highlights & Actions of the MVMA Board.............................................6 MU-CVM Students Celebrate Their “White Coats”.........................8 MVMA Hosts Equine Dental Seminar ................................................. 10 Upcoming MVMA CE & Events................................................................12 2024 MVMA Convention Information & Registration . ...... 13-28 MVTA Tech Notes............................................................................................32 Foundation Update ........................................................................................34 Clinics Urged to Donate Pet Oxygen Masks ....................................36 Classifieds ..................................................................................................... 37-38 2023/2024 Partners For Progress Sponsors ......................................39

On the Cover... 80 degrees on a November day in Missouri today but possibly 30 degrees tomorrow. Humans can somewhat prepare by the forecasts we receive but animals rely on their innate ability and the environment to prepare for the months ahead. Missouri horses may be growing their winter coats while you can be Living the Dream and Remembering Your Passion and Purpose during the MVMA’s 132nd Annual Convention January 25-28 in Columbia, Mo. This year’s meeting will feature something for the full staff with a variety of equine and bovine labs as well as a technician track, communication training, and tactical training. In addition to continuing education, the convention will offer events like the Foundation Silent & Live Auction Benefit and $10,000 drawing, as well as a bountiful trade show and Student/Vet Networking opportunity! Flip to page 13 for convention details and registration!

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MVMA QUARTERLY - WINTER 2023

Living the Dream

remembering our passion and purpose

Missouri Veterinary Medical Association Annual Convention January 25-28, 2024 Holiday Inn Executive Center 2200 I-70 Drive Southwest Columbia, Mo. 65203

2024 MVMA Registration Convention Booklet is inside this issue. A Publication

of the Missouri

Veterinary Med

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Winter 2023

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From the President-Elect Hello friends and colleagues! As I write this article, the last notes of summer are giving way to the brisk air of fall, Kacie Ulhorn, DVM and on the horizon comes the chill of winter – the end to another wonderful year. I enjoy the changing of seasons and how it parallels to the changing phases of life. There is much written about being truly present in each moment you are living, and I sometimes find this can be a challenge in our current world of veterinary medicine. A world where weekly, daily, and oftentimes, hourly updates are available at our fingertips. We have the ability to keep up with almost anything we care too; and oftentimes, at the expense of keeping up with our own lives. Appreciating your place can be a bit easier when you really dig into what is great about your unique situation, rather than letting comparison steal

the moment. Many of us have similar struggles; whether you’re a vet student dying to be in practice after you see a friend posting one of their coolest cases. Or you’re a recent graduate still trying to navigate the career in front of you, while a classmate seems to manage double your caseload without batting an eye. Maybe you’re at the height of your career, and you’re experiencing the burnout that so many of us face, while you see others that still have the excitement and joy of the profession. By embracing the season and phase of life that you are in, you can quiet the comparison and truly find the joy in each and every moment. There are unique and truly wonderful moments in every aspect of our lives if we choose to slow down, and focus on plucking out those amazing memories. This holiday season, I hope you find your family healthy and with many opportunities to enjoy good food, festive drinks, and quality time well spent with the ones you love most. I want to thank you again for the opportunity to serve

our association and our profession in this capacity. It is quite an honor to be a part of the leadership of this organization, and to experience such a fantastic membership. You all are doing amazing things! With that being said, I would like to extend a personal invitation to the 2024 MVMA Annual Convention in Columbia, Missouri. Each year I truly enjoy this event more and more, and the planning committee and I have worked hard to offer a unique and engaging program of CE this year. A line-up that I believe you will find creative, beneficial, and re-inspiring. I believe that your mindset can change everything, so in conclusion, I ask that you take this opportunity to gather with colleagues, share a few laughs, and remember why you wanted to be a veterinarian in the first place, while you grab some pearls of knowledge at the MVMA Convention. Kacie Ulhorn, DVM

Happenings...

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MVMA PEOPLE & EVENTS

MVMA’s 132nd Convention Will Have You Living Your Dream & Remembering Your Passion The MVMA Convention Planning Committee encourages living your dream by advancing your knowledge and skills while networking with fellow members. This year’s meeting will be held January 25-28, 2024 at the Holiday Inn Executive Center, Columbia, Mo. Register for any single day or days you want to attend and purchase your meals or sign up for the full registration which includes the meals. Full registration (Thursday-Sunday) encompasses 24 contiguous CE hours across multiple tracks covering companion animal, food animal, equine, soft skills, special interest, practice management, and technician.

Multiple labs will be conducted on bovine, equine and avian. In addition, a tactile response course and Insights Communication Assessment are all available for those pre-registered. See the schedule of continuing education programs included in the convention registration booklet mailed inside this issue of the Missouri Veterinary Quarterly Magazine. Convention information and online registration is available at www.movmaconvention.com and the MVMA app. While attending the convention, be sure to drop by the Exhibit Hall where over 60 vendors will show you the latest innovations and programs in veterinary medicine, and a chance of winning one or more of many door prizes.

hursday seminars include a variety of topics including black vultures, small ruminants, MU basic science review, and small-animal presentations. In addition, there is Missouri Stocker/Feeder Quality Assurance and BQA Certification, as well as the MVMA Academy Mini-Topics Seminar packed with short, informative presentations on a variety of subjects. Note: All USDA accreditations will take place on Thursday. Thursday is also packed with committee meetings, and meetings of the MVMA Executive Board and the Foundation Board.

riday night fun at the Foundation Reception and Drawing. Admission is free to all (no purchase required) but Silent Auction and 50/50 participation is appreciated. Hors d’oeuvres will be served. Be sure to purchase your ticket for a chance to win $10,000 and many other cash prizes. Tickets are $100 and can be purchased through the registration form, on our website or by calling the office at 573-636-8737. You need not be present to win. The drawing will take place during the Reception. Purchase a ticket by December 15 to be eligible for the Early Bird Drawing. During the same evening, the Foundation also holds a silent and a live auction. New this year is the Foundation’s Amazon Wishlist. See page 34 for more information and a QR code. If you have items you wish to donate for this auction, please email Lizzie at lbenke@movma.org to plan for pick-up or drop off. Also on Friday, you’ll want to attend the MVMA Student-Vet Networking event. CVM students (mostly 1st and 2nd-year classes) and veterinarians meet and greet

to match up for mentorship, preceptorships, and contacts for future post-graduation employment.

aturday begins with the Annual General Membership Meeting and Breakfast. Come early to take part in the business of your association. Join us and our keynote speaker, Betsy Charles, DVM after the General Membership Meeting and Breakfast on Saturday morning. Elizabeth “Betsy” Charles, DVM, MA combines a wide variety of professional experiences with her love of veterinary medicine in order to help others be the best they can be. She graduated from Washington State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 2003. She joined a performance horse practice as an associate veterinarian and then, after 3 Betsy Charles, DVM, MA years, served as their Imaging Center Director for another 3 years. One of her main areas of interest is generational diversity as it applies to veterinary medicine and she has spoken on this topic at veterinary colleges around the country, various state veterinary medical association meetings, the AAEP National Convention, and the North American Veterinary Conference. She has been involved with the Veterinary Leadership Experience as a speaker and facilitator for 9 years and is now the Executive Director of The Veterinary Leadership Institute. In addition to Dr. Charles keynote address, she will provide continuing education workshops throughout the day on Saturday, as well as, a equine lab on Sunday. Graduates10 years or less out, you’re in luck! Saturday evening you will have a small group experience with Dr. Betsy Charles during the MVMA Early Career Forum. Recent graduates are invited to a reception/forum to network and share experiences with each other and hear a plethora of real-life knowledge and experiences in this laidback forum with Dr. Charles. Later on Saturday, DVM students are invited to gather for a mixer to ask questions of early career veterinarians in a round-table event. (continued next page.)

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For Veterinary Technicians and Practice Staff: Throughout the weekend, veterinary technicians will have the ability to attend the same continuing education sessions as veterinarians, as well as a Technician Track on Sunday. Technicians are invited to attend the MVTA Reception on Saturday evening with Hill’s-sponsored swag and refreshments. Saturday evening’s events are the highlight of the weekend. Start out with an MVMA Reception and get ready to attend the infamous MVMA Awards Ceremony where presentations are made to highlight some of the unsung heroes in the profession. Stick around after the awards ceremony for fellowship with family, friends, and colleagues. A meal is available with a pre-registered ticket but not required for the awards presentations. It is included with full registration if selected on the registration form.

unday continues with the MVMA/MU-CVM Breakfast with the College and another half-day of lectures and multiple labs.

The MVMA hopes this weekend helps you explore new possibilities in your profession with events planned to bring the best of veterinary medicine to our members and fun events for your enjoyment. Mark January 25-28 on your calendar and register early.

MVMA Members Elect New Vice President and At-large Delegates

Kacie Ulhorn

David Wilson

Lynn Martin

Shelia Taylor

On October 1, 2023, MVMA members elected Lynn Martin, DVM, MPH, Columbia, Mo., as vice-president of the Missouri Veterinary Medical Association. Dr. Martin will be officially installed during the association’s annual convention on January 27, 2024.

Matthew Silvius

Melissa Bolden

Jamie Hall

Sarah Reinkemeyer

She and her husband Brian were selected to serve on the Missouri Farm Bureau Young Farmers and Ranchers Committee and maintain a row crop and livestock operation.

Lynn Martin, DVM, MPH is a diplomate of the ACVIM and professor of equine internal medicine at MU. She is a 2014 graduate of the MU College of Veterinary Medicine.

Additional 2024 members of the Board of Governors include: Kacie Ulhorn, DVM, president; David Wilson DVM, president-elect; Shelia Taylor, DVM, secretary/treasurer; and Matthew Silvius, DVM, board chair.

Dr. Martin is chair of the Missouri Horse Council and member of the MVMA (Equine and Legislative Committees), AVMA, AAEP and ACVIM.

Members also elected three at-large delegates: Melissa Bolden, DVM, Columbia, Mo.; Jamie Hall, DVM, Mokane, Mo. and Sarah Reinkemeyer, DVM, Koeltztown, Mo.

MVMA Candidate for AVMA District VII Director We are proud to have an MVMA member running for the AVMA District VII Director position! Be an encouragement to Dr. Carol Ryan as she makes the effort for Missouri’s voice to be heard on a National level at the AVMA Board of Director’s table representing Missouri, Iowa, Nebraska, Minnesota, and North and South Dakota. Dr. Chuck Lemme from Iowa currently holds the District VII Director position with his term expiring July 2024. It is no small feat to take time away from your practice and family and travel to meetings in multiple states to campaign for this position. Other than your vote, many of you have asked how you can support Dr. Ryan in her efforts. MVMA is helping with printing, postage, and staff time and expertise, as well as providing supporters with a simple way to help offset her expenses.

Carol Ryan, DVM

Please consider sending a contribution to Dr. Carol Ryan’s campaign fund. Checks can be made out to the MVMA. Please fill in the memo field with Carol Ryan Campaign Fund. No amount is too small. All funds received and the contributors will be passed on to Carol. Mail checks to: MVMA, 2500 Country Club Drive, Jefferson City, MO 65109

Carol truly appreciates your support and looks forward to visiting with you at the upcoming MVMA convention. Dr. Ryan is a mixed animal practitioner with Troy-Wentzville Veterinary Clinics since 1992. She grew up on a farm in her native Foristell, where they had sheep and cattle. Dr. Ryan received her B.S. in Animal Science from the University of Missouri-Columbia and earned her DVM from the same school in 1992. She is a member of the Missouri Veterinarian Academy, the Missouri Veterinary Medical Association, the American Veterinary Medical Association, the American Association of Feline Practitioners, the National Heartworm Society, and the St. Charles County Cattlemen’s and Pork Producers. Dr. Ryan received the 2009 and 2010 St. Louis Top Veterinarian Award and more recently the 2023 MVMA Veterinarian of the Year Award. 5

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HIGHLIGHTS AND ACTIONS OF THE EXECUTIVE

BOARD

Highlights and Actions of the MVMA Executive Board Meeting September 17, 2023 at the Courtyard by Marriott Jefferson City, Mo. The Missouri Veterinary Medical Association met virtually and in-person on Sept. 17, 2023 The following are highlights. All formal actions were moved and seconded by board members, and all motions carried, unless noted otherwise:

Missouri Veterinary Medical Association Executive Board Meeting SEPTEMBER 17, 2023 JEFFERSON CITY, MO

• The MVMA Executive Board reviewed and approved the minutes and financial reports of the association. • MVMA Alternate Delegate to the AVMA, Carol Ryan, DVM reported on topics of discussion during the AVMA HOD meeting in Denver as well as announcing Dr. Rena Carlson as AVMA President, Dr. Sandra Faeh as new President-elect, and Dr. Jon Pennell as the new Treasurer. • Approved the Foundation’s recommendation that Mr. Bruce Addison and Dr. Caitlin DeWilde terms on the Foundation Board be renewed as well as the renewal of Drs. Catherine Webb and Cindy Vedder as per annum members. • Appointments for representatives by the Association for the MVMA, LLC were Drs. Roger Dozier, Matt Silvius, Kacie Ulhorn, and David Wilson. • Conducted an anonymous ballot for Veterinarian of the Year and the Ortu Stella Award.

• Dr. Ulhorn gave an update on the 2024 MVMA Convention including the keynote speaker, Dr. Betsy Charles, and the theme; “Living the Dream – Remembering Your Passion and Purpose”. • An update on Dr. Ulhorn’s MVMAcommittee appointments was given. • The VMDL Planning Committee has filled a seat with representation from MVMA leadership. • The 2025 convention planning committee is being formed by Dr. David Wilson and will be held January 30-February 1, 2025, at Holiday Inn Executive Center - Columbia, MO. • The board reviewed the policy on dues increases, and after discussion, approved a recommendation for a 6 percent increase to the membership in January 2024, that would take effect in May of 2024. • Dr. Cliff Miller gave an end-of-session report highlighting the successful VMDL funding and increase in the Large Animal Student Loan Repayment Program. MVMA fought a tough battle with the Animal Chiropractic Practitioner Bill and the MVMA Scope of Practice bill. Multiple bills of interest for the upcoming Legislative session were reviewed and put on the MVMA Legislative Policy Forum agenda held October 23. • Reviewed the slate of candidates including MVMA officers and at-large delegates being voted on by the membership. • Heard a report of the MU College of Veterinary medicine given by Interim Dean Dr. Leah Cohn including class numbers & demographics. She urged board members and other MVMA members to volunteer for admissions review. Dr. Tim Snider was appointed Associate Dean of Academic and Student Affairs. Closure of the Kansas City Clinic; Extended hours at the MU CVM emergency clinic; VMDL Construction Update; and Funding needs for other projects and equipment were also discussed. • Thanked Dr. Cohn for the continued support with 100% faculty MVMA membership and encouraged the continuation of membership in the future. • Consulted with legal counsel on the 2022 tax law changes and how they might affect MSFQAP tax on tag sales for veterinarians. No change is needed to the taxes being charged for the tags.

continued on page 30

Minutes of this board meeting and other committee meetings can be accessed through the MVMA website, www.movma.org under the “Volunteer” tab. 6

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Congratulations to the Class of 2025!

MU-CVM Students Don Their White Coats Article by Tracey Berry with photo by Karen Clifford, MU-CVM Amid hugs, handshakes, and a few whoops, 110 members of the MU College of Veterinary Medicine Class of 2025 took the next step in their journey to becoming veterinarians. The college held its annual White Coat Ceremony Sunday, Oct. 15, at the Missouri Theatre. Students selected a family member, friend or mentor to present them with a white laboratory coat, representing their readiness to begin the clinical portion of their professional education. CVM Interim Dean Leah Cohn, DVM, PhD, told the students that they are now ambassadors for the college, and she encouraged them to serve as leaders within their profession. “Possessing a willingness to step forward as leaders in the profession is more important now than ever,” she said. “If the past few years have proven anything, it’s that veterinary medicine and the MU CVM are in the midst of a rapidly changing environment, particularly as it relates to how we as veterinarians serve society.” Class Vice President Alex Mandi delivered a response on behalf of the class. “In our journey thus far, we have completed 88 total weeks of didactic education, more than 300 quizzes and exams, over 2,200 hours of lectures and labs, and countless hours of

studying,” he said. “We have grown close over the past two years as a class and can lean on one another when times get tough. Just as importantly, we can celebrate together in our moments of triumph.” “When asked what it means to be a veterinarian, for me compassionate, persevering, and selfless are a few words that come to mind. We are all compassionate toward our fellow humans, animals, and the world we live in. We persevere, when at times it seems we’ll never make it through. And we are selfless, always willing to help others, whether it’s creating study groups in anatomy, designing a toxicology Jeopardy, or sharing Quizlets amongst each other. Our class has displayed these three attributes and so much more.” Department of Veterinary Medicine and Surgery Chair John Dodam, DVM, PhD, also offered a welcome “across the parking lot,” as the class begins hands-on training in the Veterinary Health Center and the Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory. Ed Migneco, DVM, Missouri Veterinary Medical Association executive board chair, and Julie Braun, MVMA executive director, also participated in the ceremony, presenting each student in the class with a name badge and lapel pin courtesy of the Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation and Association.

MVTRA Trail Ride Offered Great Weekend for Fun & Learning The Missouri Veterinary Trail Riders Association (MVTRA) celebrated its 12th annual continuing education and trail ride event October 6-8, 2023 at Panther Creek Campground, Tuscumbia, Mo. The group has met annually since 2012 during the fall of the year. Thanks to generous sponsorships from Boehringer Ingelheim, Merck, Zoetis, Amerisource Bergen MWI Animal Health, IDEXX, Patterson Veterinary, Trupanion, Hill’s, and KF Equine over 40 veterinarians, practice staff and their families and guests enjoyed the weekend of trail riding, camping, campfire suppers and continuing education. Continuing education topics included: “Updates in Equine Medicine for the Mixed Animal Practitioner” & “PPID & EMS Updates & Research” By Dr. Jamie Prbyl, Boehringer Ingelheim; “MDA Update” by Dr. Jamie Hall, Missouri Department of Agriculture. Three hours of continuing education was approved for attendees by the MVMA Academy. The 2023/24 MVTRA officers include Dr. Linda Lackman, President; Dr. Carol Dahlstrom, Vice President; Dr. Laura Moon, Treasurer; and Mrs. Julie Braun, Secretary. A spring trail ride is planned for April 19-21, 2024 at Brushy Creek Lodge & Resort in Black, Mo. The fall Veterinary Continuing Education Trail Ride will be held October 11-13, 2024 at Panther Creek Trail Rides in Tuscumbia, Mo. Everyone is invited to saddle up and join in the fun and education. Join the MVTRA Facebook group: @Missouri Veterinary Trail Riders Association. 8

From left: Dr. Ken Vroman, Dr. Rodney Chapman, Dr. Carol Dahlstrom and Julie Braun. Photo by Dr. Denise Montrose.

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Popular MVMA Equine Dental Seminar has another successful year helping rescued horses.

MVMA Hosts Equine Dental Seminar It was a busy weekend for 10 veterinarians who attended the MVMA Equine Committee’s Fall Equine Dental Seminar. The course was held September 29-October 21, 2023 at the Missouri Humane Society’s Longmeadow Rescue Ranch and offered 18.5 hours of MVMA Academyapproved continuing education. The seminar attracted attendees from as far away as Tennesee, Nebraska and New York, as well as multiple Missouri veterinarians. The lecture was sponsored by PowerFloat, Inc., Zoetis Animal Health and the MVMA. The course covered oral cavity anatomy/physiology; dental instruments and techniques; sedation techniques; dental pathology and treatment; and a hands-on dental wet lab utilizing rescued horses at the Humane Society’s farm. Veterinarian attendees performed various dental treatments at no charge on 35 of the ranch’s horses waiting for adoption. The dollar value of these services is estimated at over $6,000.

All smiles after a long weekend! Instructors, attendees and Longmeadow Rescue Ranch staff gather for a photo after the seminar.

The expertise of these veterinarians underscores the need to involve a licensed veterinarian in equine dental care. Equine dentistry practiced without the involvement of a veterinarian is illegal and unauthorized without supervision in the State of Missouri. The presenters at the lecture were Dr. Dennis Rach and Dr. Bruce Whittle. Dr. Rach is a former member of Moore & Co. Veterinary Services, Calgary, Alberta, Canada. He continues to develop new modalities for equine dentistry. Dr. Bruce Whittle is a predominantly large animal veterinarian and co-owner of a mixed animal practice with his wife, Dr. Gayla, in Trenton, Missouri. He has a passion for dentistry and has been actively involved in teaching dentistry short courses at numerous veterinary colleges through the AAEP since 2009.

Left: Dr. Bruce Whittle works with Dr. Elizabeth Griffin on one of the ranches horses. Center: Dr. Cathy Hicks assists Dr. Morgan Hecox with an examination. Center: Dr. Dennis Rach (right) instructs attendees on the importance of an oral exam under sedation.

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Upcoming

& Events

January 2024

25-28 132nd MVMA Annual Convention. Held at Holiday Inn Executive Center, Columbia, Mo. One-day registration available. Pick the day or days you want to attend. Continuing Education, Exhibit Hall, Awards Ceremony, MVMA Drawing and Silent Auction, fellowship and fun. See for Registration Book inside this issue of the Quarterly Magazine.

March 2024 12 MVMA Veterinary Day at the Capitol. Members gather at the MVMA’s legislative consultants office and move to the Capitol Building meeting with Missouri legislators. A great way to give your thoughts on legislative issues affecting veterinary medicine in Missouri. Mark your calendar.

April 2024 13 The Missouri VMA Leadership Conference brings together state and local veterinary leaders and those interested in considering future service to the profession for a review of the MVMA Strategic Plan. Preparing Today for a Strong Tomorrow encompasses topics on Positive Work Culture and Minding the Generational Gap in a one-day, easy in-and-out meeting to bring you leadership development tips and tools and 5 hours of continuing education.

Go to www.movma.org for more information on upcoming events.

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Living the Dream

remembering our passion and purpose

Missouri Veterinary Medical Association Annual Convention January 25-28, 2024 Holiday Inn Executive Center 2200 I-70 Drive Southwest Columbia, Mo. 65203 REGISTRATION BOOKLET 13

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2024 Convention Schedule... Thursday, January 25, 2024: Various Times 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 8:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m. 10:00 a.m. - 3:50 p.m. 11:50 a.m. - 12:50 p.m 1:00 p.m. - 3:50 p.m. 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. - 2:50 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.

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

Friday, January 26, 2024: 7:15 a.m. - 8:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 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. 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

MVMA LLC Board Meeting Breakfast Exhibit Hall Open MVMA Registration Desk Open Student Study Hall Concurrent CE Sessions Missouri Veterinary Medical (Licensing Board) Meeting Lunch in Exhibit Hall MVMA Past Presidents Luncheon Concurrent CE Sessions Exhibit Hall Party Veterinary Student Welcome/Orientation Foundation Reception, $10,000 Drawing, Silent Auction,. (Dinner on your own.)

7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Reception for Dr. Carol Ryan VBMA/MVMA “Student-Vet Networking”

Saturday, January 27, 2024: 7:00 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. 8:40 a.m. - 12:10 p.m. 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 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. 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Membership Meeting/ Breakfast MVMA Registration Desk Open Informal Gathering for Spouses, Partners and Friends Concurrent CE Sessions Student Study Hall Exhibit Hall Open Lunch in Exhibit Hall MVMA Academy Business Luncheon Concurrent CE Sessions MVTA Technician/Practice Staff Reception Sponsored by Hill’s & MVTA Early Career Forum Christian Veterinary Mission Reception MVMA Pre-awards Reception MVMA Awards Ceremony Post-Awards Dinner Student Mixer: Stories from the Other Side

Sunday, January 28, 2024: 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.

MVMA & MU-CVM Breakfast With the College MVMA Registration Desk Open Concurrent CE Sessions & Labs Check Out 2025 Convention Planning Com. Meeting

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Entertaining Highlights

s in past years, 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. See the registration forms on pages 22-23. The MVMA welcomes Betsy Charles, DVM as our keynote speaker at the General Membership Session Saturday morning. In addition to her keynote address, she will provide continuing education workshops throughout the day on Saturday, as well as an equine lab on Sunday.

Thursday seminars include a variety of topics including small ruminants, black vultures, MU basic science review, and small-animal presentations. In addition, there is Missouri Stocker/Feeder Quality Assurance and BQA Certification, as well as, the MVMA Academy Mini-Topics Seminar packed with short, informative presentations on a variety of subjects. Note: All USDA accreditations will take place on Thursday. • 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 20 and 21 while they last. Betsy Charles, DVM, MA

• Veterinary students should plan to attend the “Student Welcome Reception” on Friday afternoon to help you navigate through the convention and make the most out of the event. On Saturday evening, we’re having a student mixer for current veterinary students. There’s also a designated “Study Hall” room on Friday & Saturday for students who want to study in between without driving back and forth and a Student Reception on Saturday (students register online). Watch for student-targeted emails about convention events. • Back by popular demand! The convention’s entire CE program is open to veterinary technicians, practice staff, and technician students. (See registration forms on pages 20-21). Also, plan to attend Saturday’s Missouri Veterinary Technician Association’s Reception, sponsored by Hill’s, held prior to the MVMA Awards Ceremony and Dinner. Check out the new technician track on Sunday!

• Attendees are encouraged to sign up on the registration form to be part of Friday’s VBMA/MVMA Student-Vet Networking where practicing vets and university students get acquainted in this new-style social 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 post-graduation 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 $135.00 plus 13% 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 5, 2023. After this date, reservations will be taken on a space available basis. To make reservations, contact the hotel directly, at 1-573-445-8531. Ask for Group Block MVM. There will also be a link on the MVMA convention website, movmaconvention.com, where you can make your room reservations. Holiday Inn Executive Center is located at 2200 I-70 Drive SW, Columbia, MO. 65203.

Convention Registration

The convention will continue to offer an option to register for any day or days you want to attend, or register for the entire four-day event. See the registration forms on pages 20-21. 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 selected or purchased. You can register for the convention online (students must register online) at movmaconvention.com. Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover credit cards and PayPal are accepted. Registration, advance or on site, is required for admission to the convention. Advance registration must be postmarked by January 4, 2024 or faxed or registered online by January 8, 2024 to receive the discounted fee. Full four-day veterinarian registration includes admittance to the continuing education sessions, lunch on Thursday, breakfast and lunch on Friday, Membership Meeting, breakfast, lunch and dinner on Saturday, MVMA & MU-CVM Breakfast 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 MVMA Convention app and convention website. Pre-registered attendees will receive an email with information on how to download the app and access the proceedings. There are no printed proceedings available, but you are able to print them from the download.

Cancellations and Refunds

Refunds will be made only if the registrant contacts the Missouri VMA office by January 8, 2024 requesting reimbursement. No refunds will be made after January 8, 2024.

Name Badges

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Continuing Education • Thursday, January 25 - 9 hours • Friday, January 26 - 5 hours • Saturday, January 27 - 6 hours • Sunday, January 28 - 4 hours Total 24 hours

Veterinary Students Students are invited to attend all four days of the Convention at no charge (sponsored meals included) and everything it has to offer. Register online only at movmaconvention.com. There is no paper registration for students. Be sure to attend the Student Welcome and Foundation event on Friday afternoon, MVMA Reception on Saturday afternoon along with the Awards Ceremony & Student Mixer on Saturday evening. There is also a designated Study Hall Room on Friday and Saturday in between events. Students are also encouraged to attend the free 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. A new technician track is in place for Sunday. See the registration forms on pages 20-21. A special veterinary technician & practice staff reception is held on Saturday from 4:30-6:00 p.m. (Sponsored by Hill’s). Don’t miss out. Bring the whole team!

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 2024 Annual Convention, please contact: Missouri VMA at (573) 636-8612 or fax (573) 659-7175, or email to mvma@movma.org

Bring the Family! Plan to bring the entire family to the 2024 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 26 Student Study Hall Friday, January 26, 8:30 A.M - 5:30 P.M. Don’t drive back and forth... Hang out and do your studying between events in the cozy Study Hall just for you!

Exhibit Hall Party Friday, January 26, 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.

Veterinary Student Welcome Orientation & Photo Friday, January 26, 5:00 P.M. - 5:30 P.M. Veterinary students, be sure to join us for a welcome reception. Enjoy the company of your fellow classmates along with mentors who will be on hand to help you navigate your way through the convention. A group photo will be taken.

Missouri Veterinary Medical Foundation Drawing and Silent Auction Friday, January 26, 5:30 - 7:00 P.M. 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 Reception. (Admission is free.) 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.) 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. Check out the Amazon Wishlist on page 34. Call the MVMA office at 573-636-8612 if you have a donation.

Reception for Dr. Carol Ryan - AVMA District VII Candidate Friday, January 26, 7:00 - 8:00 P.M. Come support Missouri’s candidate for the AVMA District VII Director, Dr. Carol Ryan. It is no small feat to take time away from your practice and family and travel to meetings in multiple states to campaign for 16

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this position. Other than your vote, many of you have asked how you can support Dr. Ryan in her efforts. MVMA is helping Dr. Ryan with printing, postage, staff time and expertise as well as providing supporters with a simple way to help offset her expenses. Be an encouragement to Carol as she campaigns for Missouri’s voice on a National level at the AVMA Board of Director’s table. The District VII director represents Missouri, Iowa, Nebraska, Minnesota, and North & South Dakota. Support Carol during her fundraising reception Friday evening after the Foundation event at the MVMA Convention. Checks can be made out to the MVMA (memo field Carol Ryan Campaign Fund). No amount is too small. All funds received and the contributors will be passed on to Carol. She appreciates your support and looks forward to visiting with you.

VBMA/MVMA Student-Vet Networking Event

Carol Ryan, DVM

Friday, January 26, 7:00 - 8:30 P.M. A chance for practicing vets and university students to quickly get acquainted in this casual networking event. Be sure to check the box at bottom of registration form. While this won’t be the place for immediate hire of a new graduate, it’s a great place to establish a relationship, preceptorships and exchange knowledge between practitioners and students! See Kibbles n’ Bits on page 19 for more information.

Saturday, January 27 MVMA Membership Meeting and Breakfast Saturday, January 27, 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 for Guests Saturday, January 27, 9:00 A.M. Spouses, friends, and partners have the opportunity to cozy up and have some coffee with old acquaintances and make new friends on Saturday beginning at 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. in the SportsZone Restaurant.

Academy Business Luncheon Saturday, January 27, 12:10 - 1:20 P.M. Private luncheon for Academy Members or those who want to know more about joining. Open to veterinary students. Must have preregistered for the meal. The Academy is the continuing education arm of the MVMA for those with 40 hours or more of annual CE. Sponsored by GSLVMA and ProPartners Wealth.

Student Study Hall Saturday, January 27, 8:30 A.M - 5:30 P.M. You don’t have to drive back and forth.... We’ve provided a quite landing area for your to get in some studying between events in this cozy Study Hall just for you!

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Early Career Forum

Saturday, January 27, 4:30 - 6:00 P.M. Before the Awards Ceremony on Saturday, we’re having a Forum for Recent Graduates from classes 2014-2023. See details on page 19.

Missouri Veterinary Technician Association Reception - Sponsored by Hill’s & MVTA

Saturday, January 27, 4:30 - 6:00 P.M. Join fellow veterinary technicians and practice staff for a reception prior to the MVMA Awards Ceremony.

Christian Veterinary Mission Reception

Saturday, January 27, 5:00 - 6:00 P.M. 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 21.

An Invitation for Students

MVMA Reception

Saturday, January 27, 6:00 - 6:30 P.M. Join collegues and students prior to the awards presentation for this fun reception.

MVMA Awards Ceremony

Saturday, January 27, 6:30 - 7:00 P.M. Join fellow colleagues to discover this year’s award winners including the coveted “Veterinarian of the Year”. The awards will begin promptly at 6:30 p.m. A meal is 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).

Post-Awards Dinner

Saturday, January 27, 7:00 - 8:00 P.M.

Future Veterinarians Please join us... Dr. Carol Ryan (left) 2023 MVMA Veterinarian of the Year, with the award’s presenter, Dr. Robert Hertzog.

Saturday evening’s Awards Ceremony, held at 6:30 p.m., will be followed by a dinner where colleagues, family and friends can enjoy each other’s company over a delicious meal. Purchase your ticket on the registration form or on-site. Limited tickets available on-site. Meal is included with full 4-day registration. Select the meal on registration form. Sponsor a Student: Sign up on the registration form to off-set the price of a student meal ticket for the Saturday night post-awards buffet dinner. See page 18 for details

Student Mixer: Stories from the Other Side Saturday, January 27, 8:00 - 9:00 P.M.

Future veterinarians join fellow MU-CVM students for a roundtable discussion with select recent graduates. Get valuable tips for navigating into your post-graduation veterinary careers.

Sunday, January 28 MVMA & MU-CVM Breakfast with the College

Sunday, January 28, 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.

Continuing Education Labs and Sessions Sunday, January 28, 8:00 - 11:50 A.M. • See page 22 for details.

On Friday: Student Study Hall: 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Exhibit Hall Party: 4:00-5:00 p.m. Student Welcome Orientation: 5:00-5:30 p.m. MVMF Foundation Reception, Drawing & Silent Auction (no purchase required) 5:30-7:00 p.m. VBMA /MVMA Student-Vet Networking: 7:00-8:30 p.m. On Saturday: Membership Meeting/Breakfast: 7:00-8:30 a.m. Student Study Hall: 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. MVMA Reception & Awards Ceremony: 6:00-7:00 p.m. Complimentary Saturday Dinner: 7:00-8:00 p.m. Student Mixer: Stories from the Other Side: 8:00-9:00 p.m. On Sunday: MVMA & MU-CVM Breakfast With the College: 7:00-7:45 A.M.

Keynote Speaker : Betsy Charles, DVM, MA

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ign up to offest the cost of a student meal ticket for the Saturday night after-awards buffet dinner. With a special student sponsorship price of $25 per ticket, you can help us welcome veterinary students to our MVMA.

Join us and our keynote speaker, Betsy Charles, DVM after the General Membership Meeting and Breakfast on Saturday morning.

Elizabeth “Betsy” Charles, DVM, MA On the convention combines a wide variety of professional registration form, choose experiences with her love of veterinary to buy one or more medicine in order to help others be the student meal tickets. best they can be. She graduated from Washington State University’s College of Our student meal sponVeterinary Medicine in 2003. She joined a sors will be recognized in performance horse practice as an associate the student’s packets, on and AND then, after 3 years, served HOTEL veterinarian BANQUET MEETING FACILITIES MAP signage at the event, and via electronic media. as their Imaging Center Director for another 3 years. If there is a special student you have in mind, we can send them One of her main areas of interest is generational diversity as a personalized recognition of your support for their meal. it applies to veterinary medicine and she has spoken on this Your help is appreciated to welcome our students to topic at veterinary colleges around the country, various state dinner, to make them feel at home, and to encourage veterinary medical association meetings, the AAEP National them to contribute to the convention. Convention, and the North American Veterinary Conference. EXIT

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Missouri Veterinary Medica l Association 125th Annual Convention

John Smith, DVM

Name Badges.... Your key to attending all of the Convention’s CE sessions, social events and meals is your name badge. The badge lists the days you are attending and the meals you have purchased. It also has the all-important bidder number for the Foundation’s Silent Auction. Please remember to wear your badge.

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Association (VBMA)/MVMA Vet-Networking event where CVM students and practicing veterinarians meet and greet for a social networking experience. Clinics stay at their tables while students move to their desired practice type interacting and making connections for future employment. After the event, everyone is invited to the Foundation’s Reception, Silent Auction and Drawing. No cost to attend. Don’t miss this fun, enlightening chance to talk with the veterinarians of the future at this year’s convention.

Student Study Hall... We’re offering a dedicated room

for students so they can stay up on their studies. Don’t drive back and forth... Hang out and do your studying between events in the cozy Study Hall just for you!

All USDA Accreditation Seminars to be held on Thursday, Jan. 25th. As part of the USDA’s National Veterinary Accreditation, the convention offers five courses covering multiple modules.

Early Career Forum.... Before the Awards Banquet on Saturday, we’re having a Forum for early-career veterinarians (classes 2014-2023). Be enlightened as recent grads discuss the transition from studentdoctor to doctor.

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

evening, join fellow MU-CVM students for a 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!

Buy a Student Dinner. Sign up on the registration form to help

offset the cost of an MU-CVM student meal at Saturday night dinner. Tickets are only $25. Welcome a student and make them feel at home.

And don’t forget the Reception for Dr. Carol Ryan. Come support Missouri’s candidate for the AVMA District VII Director, Dr. Carol Ryan. It is no small feat to take time away from your practice and family and travel to meetings in multiple states to campaign for this position. Other than your vote, many of you have asked how you can support Dr. Ryan in her efforts. MVMA is helping with printing, postage, staff time and expertise as well as providing supporters with a simple way to help offset her expenses. Be an encouragement as she campaigns for Missouri’s voice on a National level at the AVMA Board of Director’s table. The District VII director represents Missouri, Iowa, Nebraska, Minnesota, and North & South Dakota.

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PLEASE PRINT

2024 MVMA Convention Registration Form (Veterinary Students Must Register Online .)

REGISTRANT’S NAME (for name badge):__________________________________________________________ (Check one.) DVM PhD ADDRESS:_____________________________________________________________________________ RVT CVA CITY/STATE/ZIP:________________________________________________________________________ Practice Staff TELEPHONE NUMBER:_____________________________ Email: _________________________________ Vet. Tech. Student SPOUSE/GUEST’S NAME (for name badge):_______________________________________________________ Intern/Resident

REGISTRATION FEES *(Form must be postmarked by January 4, 2024 or faxed by January 8, 2024. After January 8, register on-site at the convention registration desk.)

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

On Site After Jan. 8

SUBTOTAL $

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

$381.00

$411.00

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

$547.00

$577.00

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2021 DVM Graduate who is a State VMA Member .............................................................

$268.00

$298.00

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2022 DVM Graduate who is a State VMA Member .............................................................

$154.00

$184.00

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2023 DVM Graduate who is a State VMA Member .............................................................

$0.00

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First-time MVMA Member (2023 Membership Year) ..........................................................

$0.00

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

$249.00

$279.00

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

$302.00

$332.00

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

$268.00

$298.00

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

$0.00

$148.00

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DVM Intern/Resident (Does not include meals) .................................................................

$0.00

$148.00

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(Veterinary Students Must Register Online .)

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TOTAL $

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

Number of Tickets

SUBTOTAL $

______X $ 0.00

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THURSDAY LUNCH GUEST...........................................................................................................................

______X $33.00

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FRIDAY BREAKFAST .........................................................................................................................................

______X $ 0.00

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FRIDAY BREAKFAST GUEST ........................................................................................................................

______X $30.00

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FRIDAY LUNCH ..................................................................................................................................................

______X $ 0.00

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FRIDAY LUNCH GUEST ..................................................................................................................................

______X $38.00

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FRIDAY PAST PRESIDENTS LUNCH (Invitation Only)......................................................................

______X $ 0.00

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SATURDAY BREAKFAST – Membership Breakfast........................................................................

______X $ 0.00

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SATURDAY BREAKFAST GUEST – Membership Breakfast .......................................................

______X $35.00

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SATURDAY LUNCH ...........................................................................................................................................

______X $ 0.00

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

______X $36.00

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SATURDAY LUNCH ACADEMY MemberS .......................................................................................

______X $ 0.00

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

______X $36.00

SATURDAY EVENING DINNER (See page 19 for evening schedule.) ...............................

______X $ 0.00

(On-site $53.00)

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SATURDAY EVENING DINNER GUEST ................................................................................................

______X $47.00 (On-site $53.00)

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• SPONSOR A STUDENT SATURDAY EVENING DINNER (See page 20 for details.)......

______X $25.00

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

______X $ 0.00

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

______X $30.00

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SEVERE DIETARY RESTRICTION q__________________________________________________ Please list any food restrictions here.

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

(ACADEMY LUNCH)

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TOTAL $

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Mail or fax both pages 20-21.

Postmarked By Jan. 4

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

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

Postmarked By Jan. 4 After Jan. 8

THURSDAY....................................................................................................

$137.00 $172.00

$188.00 $223.00 _________

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

$137.00 $172.00

$188.00 $223.00 _________

SATURDAY.....................................................................................................

$137.00 $172.00

$188.00 $223.00 _________

SUNDAY...........................................................................................................

$137.00 $172.00

$188.00 $223.00 _________

MVMA Member

Non-MVMA Member

Note: 2023 DVM Graduate who is a State VMA Member, First-time MVMA Member (2023 Membership Year), and Veterinary Technician Student, register under Full Convention Registration on page 20 for best price.

2. Select Day-by-Day Meals

SUBTOTAL $

TOTAL $ _________

Number of Tickets

SUBTOTAL $

3. Labs -

Please list any food restrictions here.

See page 22 for details.

Check if attending SUNDAY AVIAN INFLUENZA SAMPLING CERTIFICATION/LAB ............................................... q $ 0.00 SUNDAY BOVINE PODIATRY LAB (Saturday podiatry lecture required) ......................... q $ 0.00 SUNDAY EQUINE ULTRASOUND LAB (Held at MU-CVM-Limited to 30) ........................ q $ 0.00 SUNDAY EQUINE LAMENESS/NERVE BLOCK LAB (Held at MU-CVM-Limited to 30) q $ 0.00 INSIGHTS DISCOVERY (Pre-registration and assessment required) ..................................... q $75.00

SUBTOTAL $ _________ _________ _________ _________ _________

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

______X $100.00

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Digital Proceedings Only Proceedings available online and from the MVMA App. (Download and print desired abstracts from your computer.)

TOTAL $ _________

Other Events (Check box if attending.) qMSFQAP Training qEarly Career Forum qChristian Veterinary Mission Reception qBQA Certification qVBMA Student-Vet Networking qVeterinary Technician Reception PAYMENT INFORMATION

of Registrant ______________________________________________________________________________ 4. Name Type of Payment: Mastercard Visa Discover American Express PayPal Check enclosed Amt Authorized: $___________ (Please print)

Card Number:______________________________________ Expiration Date:______________ 3-digit Security Code: _______ Signature:_________________________________________ Name on Card:_________________________________________ MAIL FORM AND CHECKS BY JAN. 4, 2024 TO ADDRESS BELOW, OR FAX BY JAN. 8, 2024 WITH CREDIT CARD INFO TO 573-659-7175. 21

MISSOURI VMA, P.O. BOX 6935, JEFFERSON CITY, MO 65102-6935 or Register Online (www.movmaconvention.com)

Mail or fax both pages 20-21.

THURSDAY LUNCH ...................................................................................................................................... ______X $33.00 _________ FRIDAY BREAKFAST ..................................................................................................................................... ______X $30.00 _________ FRIDAY LUNCH .............................................................................................................................................. ______X $38.00 _________ FRIDAY PAST PRESIDENTS LUNCH............................................................. (Invitation Only) ______X $ 0.00 _________ SATURDAY BREAKFAST – General Membership Breakfast ................................................. ______X $35.00 _________ SATURDAY LUNCH ....................................................................................................................................... ______X $36.00 _________ SATURDAY LUNCH ACADEMY Members & Potential Members ........................ ______X $36.00 _________ SATURDAY EVENING DINNER ............................................................................................................... ______X $47.00 (On-site _________ $53.00) • SPONSOR A STUDENT SATURDAY EVENING DINNER (See page 20 for details.).... _____X $25.00 _________ Sunday MU-CVM & MVMA BREAKFAST ..................................................................................... ______X $30.00 _________ SEVERE DIETARY RESTRICTION q____________________________________________ TOTAL $ _________

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Sunday, January 28 8:00-11:50 am • Bovine Podiatry Lab • Tim Evans, DVM • Note: Saturday lecture required. There will be one required lecture reviewing normal anatomy of the bovine foot and its associated structures, as well as some of the most common bovine podiatric diseases. A laboratory session will be held at the Holiday Inn Expo Center using cadaver specimens to demonstrate common foot abnormalities and how to address them diagnostically and therapeutically. 8:00-11:50 am • Communications Lab • Insights Discovery • Heidi Hulon, DVM, CCFP • Note: Must pre-register. Cost $75.00 The Insights Discovery methodology uses a simple and memorable four color model to help people understand their style, their strengths and the value they bring to the team. We call these the color energies, and it’s the unique mix of Fiery Red, Sunshine Yellow, Earth Green and Cool Blue energies, which determines how and why people behave the way they do. A great opportunity to bring the team for a deep dive into communication styles. Must pre-register and take the assessment in advance. 8:00-9:50 am • Practical Ultrasound Skills for the General Practitioner • Betsy Charles, DVM, MA • To be held at MU-CVM • Limited to 30 In order to serve our equine patients well in the field, we need useful tools that will help us get to an accurate diagnosis. Often, CE lab opportunities are full of great information, but much of it is not readily applied in the field setting. Building on the motto, consistent practice over time in a psychologically safe team with contextual expert feedback leads to skill mastery, participants will learn a strategy that will allow them to become proficient ultrasonographers in the field using the tools that are readily available to them. We will cover the basics of buttons, understanding how to maximize your probe, and where and how to look for common pathology in the thorax, abdomen and distal limb. Come prepared to get your hands (and arms and sleeves) covered with gel as we practice the skills that will set you up for success when you get back to work. 10:00-11:50 am • Equine Lameness/Nerve Blocks & Wet Lab • Kevin Keegan, DVM & Lyndsey Hayden, DVM • To be held at MU-CVM • Limited to 30 A dynamic laboratory session focused on mastering lameness evaluations in horses through expert observation. We’ll explore the critical skills of visually diagnosing forelimb and hind limb lameness, emphasizing the importance of subjective assessment in differentiating between impact and pushoff lameness. While we’ll briefly use body-mounted inertial sensors for objective validation, the workshop prioritizes practical, eye-based evaluation techniques, essential for everyday veterinary practice. This session is a blend of art and science in veterinary diagnostics, tailored for immediate application in your daily work. 9:00-9:50 am • Certifications for Salmonella Pullorum/Typhoid Whole Blood Plate Testing and Swabbing Gallinaceous Poultry and Waterfowl for Avian Influenza PCR Testing. • Bill Pittenger • Sponsored by the Missouri Department of Agriculture Review of the procedures for whole blood plate testing of gallinaceous poultry and waterfowl. Perform whole blood plate testing of chickens for MDA certification. Review of swabbing recommendations for collecting oral and cloacal samples from gallinaceous poultry and waterfowl for avian influenza PCR testing. Perform oral and cloacal swabbing of chickens for MDA certification.

Visit with the CVM Mules at this year’s convention! Look for them outside the Exhibit Hall area.

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Continuing Education Overview Thursday, January 25

Food Animal

10:00-10:50 am

11:00-11:50 am

1:00-1:50 pm

2:00-2:50 pm

3:00-3:50 pm

6:30-10:30

Missouri Black Vulture Partnership and Wildlife Services Field Necropsy

Feral Hogs Update

Implants

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Travis Geurrant & Jonny Fox

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9:50-10:00 a.m. Break

Communications

8:50-9:00 a.m. Break

Must pre-register.

Must pre-register. Sponsored in part by Elanco

Communication in Veterinary Business Alisa Hutchinson, DVM

Grow To Greatness: How to Empower Yourself and Lead Cultural Change Alyssa Ingerson, RVT, BS, CCFP

Leadership Stephanie Gilliam, RVT, MS

Dentistry Anatomy, Terminology, and Examination for the Veterinary Technician Meagan Brophy Rau, DVM

Podiatry Lab • Bovine Podiatry Lecture Required for Lab.

• DVM Students May Audit.

Practical Ultrasound Skills for the General Practitioner Held at MU CVM • DVM Students May Audit.

Betsy Charles, DVM, MA Sponsored by MVP

Equine Lameness/Nerve Blocks and Wet Lab/Live Lab Kevin Keegan, DVM Lyndsey Hayden, DVM • DVM Students May Audit. Held at MU CVM

Certification for avian influenza sampling and Salmonella pullorum whole blood plate Bill Pittenger Sponsored by MDA

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• Dr. Carol Ryan was appointed as a candidate for AVMA District VII Director. AVMA members will vote next year. • Veterinary Medical Board vacancies were reviewed and MVMA continues to appeal for the expired terms to be reappointed. • RVT Skills list submitted to the Mo. Veterinary Medical (Licensing) Board by the MVMA and is under review. • Power of Ten class is postponed until 2025 due to multiple conflicts of the attendees. • Mrs. Julie Braun reported that MVMA membership dues were coming in steady. • Website analytics show growth and exceed typical expectations • Attendance to the MU CVM Veterinary Enrichment Training secured the class of 2026 liaison, Ms. Caroline Shaw and class of 2027 liaison, Ms. Makayla Clark. • The Foundation reported co-chairs Drs. Phil Brown and Scott Fray, Vice Chair, Dr. Marcy Hammerle, and Secretary/Treasurer Dr. Renny Buckaloo. These officers will be voted on at the January’s Foundation meeting. • Reports were also given on the financials of the MVMA, LLC, and MVM PAC. • Next MVMA Board meeting will be Thursday, January 25, 2024 at the MVMA Convention in Columbia, Mo.

MVMA Board Approves Proposed Dues Increase Effective May 2024 The MVMA Board’s policy on dues increase is as follows: The Board of Governors should always ensure association expenses are necessary and related to the MVMA’s mission and strategic plan. If expenses justifiably rise, and other sources of income are satisfactorily exploited, the Board of Governors should consider proposing a dues increase at least every two years of at least an average of 1.5% per year. This policy is intended to accurately reflect the association’s ongoing cost of doing business, to avoid crisis management, and to avoid the need for very large dues increases. It has been 2 years since a dues increase. In accordance with this policy, at its September meeting, the MVMA Executive Board discussed the increased cost of doing business therefore approving a proposed dues increase of 6% which would be effective May 2024. This proposal will be presented for approval Saturday, January 27, 2024, at the General Membership Meeting, during the annual convention held at the Holiday Inn Executive Center, Columbia, Mo. 30

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is free! If you are a hospital manager and are interested in membership for all of your technical staff we do offer group memberships. Please find more information at https://movta.org/login/group-memberships or email us at memberships@movta.org with any questions. You can also find us on Facebook at @MoVetTechAssoc. We are always looking for energetic veterinary technicians to serve within our organization. Please encourage your vet techs to become involved today! Stephanie Gilliam, RVT, MS, CCRP, VTS Legislative Chair, MVTA

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Veterinary Technology Programs Accredited by the AVMA CVTEA Crowder College 601 LaClede Avenue, Neosho, MO 64850 417 -455-5772 Shawna Estep, RVT Director Associate of Applied Science Jefferson College 1000 Viking Dr., Hillsboro, MO 63050 636-942-3000 Dana Nevois, RVT Director Associate of Applied Science

MoVTA is excited to announce the 2023 Veterinary Technician Student Scholarship is awarded to Eden Ivey Van Landeghem! Eden is a student at Midwest Institute Veterinary Technology in St Louis, MO. Congratulations, Eden!

Maple Woods Community College Veterinary Technology Program 2601 NE Barry Rd., Kansas City, MO 64156 816-604-3235 Chris Morrow, DVM Director Associate of Applied Science

The MoVTA fall 2023 conference was held on September 30, 2023 at Moberly Area Community College in Moberly, MO. Topics included vet tech utilization, dentistry, orthopedic surgery, cardiology, and mental health. Thank you to all of our awesome speakers, sponsors, and attendees for making the day a success!

Midwest Institute Veterinary Technology Program 2 Soccer Park Rd., Fenton, MO 63026 800-695-5550 Jeffery Vemmer DVM, Director Associate of Occupational Science

MVMA has teamed up with MoVTA to offer a veterinary technician track at the annual MVMA conference that will be held in January 2024 in Columbia, MO! Please encourage your vet techs to join us!

Moberly Area Community College Veterinary Technology Program 2900 Coreli Lane Mexico, MO 65265 660-263-4100 Stephanie Gilliam, RVT Director Associate of Applied Science INITIAL ACCREDITATION

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Clinics Encouraged to Consider Donating Pet Oxygen Masks to Local Fire Departments A great idea and a great lifesaver: the MVMA has developed a step-by-step guide to make it easy for your clinic to donate these oxygen mask kits to your local fire departments. The Pet Oxygen Mask Project, an initiative of the MVMA Animal Welfare Committee in cooperation with the MVMA Emergency Management and Public Health Committee and the MVMA Missouri Volunteer Veterinary Corps, is working towards equipping Missouri fire trucks with pet oxygen masks. To start off the initiative, the Missouri Veterinary Medical Association presented the Boone County Fire District with 10 Pet Oxygen Masks on Monday, August 10th. The presentation was held at the Boone County Fire Protection District Headquarters in Columbia, MO. Two local television stations covered the event. The pet oxygen masks are specifically designed for animals and each kit comes with three different size masks that can be used on any size dog or cat, as well as ferrets, guinea pigs, birds, and more. The current cost per kit is $125.00. One kit per truck. Equipping fire trucks with pet oxygen masks will give firefighters the proper equipment they would need when trying to revive a pet that has suffered from smoke inhalation. For added public relations benefit, arrange a time with your local news outlet to make a presentation or highlight the program on your social media pages. These kits have saved many lives when they were available.

Cooper County firefighter using an O2 mask on a victim during a recent house fire.

In 2016, these oxygen masks were underwritten by the MVMA as a pilot project to develop a model for local veterinary clinics to replicate this project in communities throughout Missouri.

Dr. Michael Opsomer, Springfield, Mo. sent in this photo of the oxygen masks in use by firefighters.

Kits include three sizes of masks and cost $125/kit.

For a step-by-step guide to get your clinic involved in this great project, go to www.movma.org and click on “Resources” at top of the main page.

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Closing Dates: February 10, May 15, August 15, October 5 Veterinarians Wanted Westwood Animal Hospital is seeking a fulltime associate veterinarian to join our AAHAaccredited hospital. The applicant must share our love, respect and compassion for dogs and cats, be able to accomplish assigned duties while keeping pet restraint to a minimum, and have strong but easy-going client and staff interaction skills. Contact Dr. Wayne Hunthausen at 913-3622512 or wayneh42@aol.com. Ellisville Veterinary Hospital (Ellisville, MO) is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our established four-doctor practice. We are privately owned, small animal exclusive, and take pride in our family-like atmosphere that stems from our great culture. Additional benefits include: 401k policy; Health, dental, & vision insurance policies; PTO; Parental leave; Professional development assistance; Flexible schedule; Dues covered. Contact Dr. Zach Whitehead, DVM & Owner, (636) 227-7154, whitehead.dvm@ gmail.com, https://ellisvillevet.com. Midwest Veterinary Clinic (Fulton, MO) is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our established three-doctor practice. Our privatelyowned practice is small animal exclusive and provides services in wellness, diagnostics, surgical, dental, preventive, and more! Additional benefits include: 401k policy; Health, life, and disability insurance policies; PTO; Parental leave; Employee assistance program; Professional development assistance; Employee discount. Contact: Dr. Cindy Vedder, DVM & Owner, (573) 6429346, cvpdvm@gmail.com, https://midwestvetclinic.com/ Harrisonville Animal Clinic is seeking an Associate Veterinarian to join our team! Located on the outskirts of Kansas City, we are a SA private practice with a newly renovated clinic as of 2021. We provide many services for our patients through conventional and preventative medicine. Benefits include sign-on bonus, simple IRA, PTO, paid CE/licensing fees, disability insurance, and more! Contact: (816) 380-5071 or hac21hess@ gmail.com for more details! 37

Are you retired and miss clinical practice? Are you a new Veterinary graduate who would like to practice in a private clinic? Are you looking to work in an environment with a knowledgeable staff that is up to date on the latest veterinary practices? Or are you just looking for new options in your career? Please consider Arnold Animal Hospital in Northern Jefferson County just across the river on I-55 from South St Louis County. At Arnold Animal Hospital we are looking for a full-time or part-time veterinarian to help us with our growing number of clients and patients. We have been AAHA accredited for over 30 years and received our reaccreditation in August of 2023. This has helped us provide the best medicine possible and has pushed us to continually improve our standard of care. The clinic currently has seven staff veterinarians, eight RVTs, and a large support staff. We can provide a schedule similar to that of our current staff veterinarians, or offer regular days a month to someone looking for a part-time position. We would like to have you visit the clinic and our staff to see if you would be a good fit for our growing team. Please contact Kevin Kohne DVM at Petfixerupper@aol. com or leave a message at 314-913-0332. Affordable Vet Care is a mixed animal practice (50% Food Animal 50% Companion Animal) in Trenton, Missouri looking to hire an associate veterinarian. We have a large client base for both small animal and bovine medicine with a moderate amount of equine work. If interested, there are numerous potential equine clients in the area to grow our equine services. Our clinic is faster paced with a large variety of appointments. It is best to email perkins.sb9@gmail.com with resumes, questions, or inquiries. Aid Animal Hospital is seeking an associate veterinarian to join our two-doctor practice. We welcome new graduates. Good work-life balance; Triage on- call only; Two+ weeks of PTO; Yearly contract renewals; CE dues up to $500; Base salary with production; Matching simple plan; AVMA and state license dues; Malpractice insurance. Contact: Email the office with a resume and references attached. aidanimalhospitalwaldo@gmail.com. Phone: 816363-4922.

Seeking full or part-time veterinarians to join our small animal practice in Burlington, Iowa. Since 1957, Allgood Animal Hospital has been a staple in the Burlington community. We provide surgery and wellness care, have a digital radiography, digital dental radiography, and in-house IDEXX blood-machines. Our privately owned clinic is family oriented and always busy. Located along the Mississippi River, Burlington has many parks and recreational areas, a thriving arts community, and variety of shopping/dining options downtown. Generous salary, sign-on bonus, PTO, retirement fund, health insurance, and CE allowance included. New graduates welcome to apply. Please send resumes to aganho1957@aol.com. Our locally-owned, Fear Free certified, small animal hospital in O’Fallon MO is the unicorn practice that you’ve been searching for! Beautiful new building in 2019, long-term close knit staff, flexibility with schedule (including 3-4 day work weeks), closed nights/weekends/holidays. Practice the way you want and have the work life balance you crave. Please submit resume or inquiries to amberlemarie@gmail.com ATTN Dr. Amberle Summit Veterinary Services is looking for a small or mixed animal veterinarian for our medically progressive practice. We have a 6000 sq. ft. new clinic with equine and ruminant haul in. Equipped with digital and portable x-ray, 2 ultrasounds, Abaxis lab, dental suite, personal office, and much more. Located by Jefferson City and close to Lake Ozark, Columbia. Full Benefits and competitive salary based on experience. E-mail resume, references to summitvet@aol.com or call 573-896-9301. Glenstone Veterinary Clinic. We are a brand new, locally owned, one doctor private practice looking to expand our services. We have put together a toxic free, highly focused, fast-paced team, offering companion animal care to Springfield and its surrounding communities. Come see our innovative thinking at work with Missouri`s first Veterinary Drive-Thru exam room. Our clinic was custom designed to provide a low stress experience for our patients, clients and our staff! Come work for a boss who understands a healthy work-life balance. Choose your owns schedule: (cont. next page.)

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Part-time, Full-time, First or Second Shift. 2-hour lunch break from 12:00pm to 2:00pm. PTO available. Vacation is encouraged. Health insurance is available. Not open on Saturday or Sunday. No on-call Work type: In-person, scheduled appointments, urgent care, and emergencies. Companion Animal Medicine. 3-4 support staff per doctor. Pay range: $85,000-$187,000; Pay type-Hourly ($40$90/hour) Education: Doctorate License/Certification: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine. Contact information: Logan Lea (Office Manager). Phone: 471.351.3769. Email: glenstonevet@gmail. com Deer Ridge Animal Hospital in Jackson, MO is searching for a Veterinarian to join our family. We are located in beautiful Southeast Missouri about an hour and a half south of St. Louis. Mainly small animal medicine, surgery and dental. There is potential for Equine or Large Animal in our area if there was interest that we would fully support. Hospital is fully equipped with an in house lab, dental x-ray, digital x-ray and ultrasound, surgical and therapy laser. Buy in potential available. Minimal emergency duties. Competitive salary, ETO, paid health insurance, paid CE and dues. 4 day work week with half day on every 3rd Saturday. Contact: Shelly Daume at 573-243-3200 or email shelly.daume@gmail.com for any further details. Fulfilling privately-owned veterinary hospital seeks experienced veterinarian, SB $10K to $130K. Imagine a life where work is fulfilling, your colleagues feel like family, and your surroundings are nothing short of a nature lover’s paradise. Welcome to Midway. Veterinary Clinic in Neosho, Missouri located in the “4 State Area” of Kansas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Missouri.About Us: The Midway Family: Family First: Flexible 4 or 5-day workweeks with no weekends or ER call. If needed, we have a spacious back room filled with toys and a TV. Happy Vibes: We’re all about hard work, but we also love a good laugh. Our dress code? Jeans and sneakers work well. Team Spirit: We genuinely have each other’s backs. Don’t miss our monthly fish fry—it’s a team favorite! Employee Testimonials: “The techs are so reliable; I can focus on being the veterinarian I want to be!” “I can be both a mom to my girls and a top-notch veterinarian!” Learning Culture: We’re equipped with state-ofthe-art gear like digital x-rays and therapeutic lasers, and we love inviting local vet tech students for shadowing. Learning never stops here.

Why Join Us? Community Impact: We’re not just a clinic; we’re a cornerstone of a vibrant, pet-loving community. Make a difference where it counts. Professional Growth: With us, you’re not just another employee; you’re a valued member with ample opportunities for career development. Rewarding Work-Life Balance: Our scheduling flexibility allows you to enjoy your life outside of work just as much as you enjoy being part of our team. Financial Stability: Our competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits mean you’re well taken care of, so you can focus on what you do best. Nearby Attractions: Just 25 minutes from Joplin. An hour from Springfield, Branson, MO, and Bentonville, AR. Tulsa, OK is a mere 2-hour drive away! Lifestyle Perks: Affordable housing options (4-bedroom homes from $100K) Top-notch schools and a welcoming community of 12,441 folks Endless outdoor activities right at your doorstep: fishing, biking, rock climbing, etc. About You: What We’re Looking For A burning passion for veterinary medicine; The ability to work harmoniously in a team; Reliable and professional demeanor; Excellent communication skills; Someone who thrives in an engaging, satisfying work environment. Perks & Benefits: Competitive salary up to $130K $10K Signing Bonus; Comprehensive healthcare and liability insurance; Vacation, license fees, AVMA & VIN membership; A budget for Continuing Medical Education; Relocation assistance to get you settled without a hitch. How to Apply / Contact If you’re ready for a career that feels more like a lifelong passion, send your resume over to Victoria L. Travis, MS, at victoria@veterinarianrecruiters.com. Don’t worry, all applications are kept confidential. Associate small animal veterinarian wanted full or part-time for a 2-3 doctor practice in Arnold Missouri. Brand new facility, CO2 and therapy lasers, DR, dental x-ray, very flexible hours, prosal (associate veterinarian made $95,000 last year working avg 19 hours/week), CE, Professional Dues Paid, 401k, Highly trained professional staff that is positive, fun, and motivated! They call us their “unicorn practice.” Our mission statement is to provide the highest quality client and patient care AND a positive, fulfilling work envi-

ronment where the staff can grow and live out their calling in the best way possible. Contact sherrytdvm@gmail.com. New Haven Veterinary Hospital is a full-service small animal hospital excelling in customer service and providing the highest standard of care for pets. We are seeking a full/part time Veterinarian who has the ability to make decisions and communicate clearly/effectively with team members and clientele. NHVH rewards its employees with PTO, CE allowance, loan reimbursement, sign on bonus, retirement package. For more details please contact us. Contact: Please e-mail resume to nhvh@ newhavenvetclinic.com or call 573-237-7387

Relief Veterinarian Affordable Vet Care is a mixed animal practice (50% Food Animal 50% Companion Animal) in Trenton, Missouri looking to hire an associate veterinarian. We have a large client base for both small animal and bovine medicine with a moderate amount of equine work. If interested, there are numerous potential equine clients in the area to grow our equine services. Our clinic is faster paced with a large variety of appointments. Contact: It is best to email perkins.sb9@gmail.com with resumes, questions, or inquiries.

Relief Veterinarian for Hire: Over 20 year’s experience in small animal medicine and general surgery. Contact Dr. Felicia Leung at fifivet@gmail.com or (913) 738-9688

Businesses For Sale/Lease Turnkey practice ownership opportunity in Southwest Missouri. Current owner has retired from clinical practice after operating the clinic as a sole proprietor for over 20 years. Practice was 75% large animal (primarily cow/calf ) and 25% small animal. Practice is located in an area that is great for raising a family and being involved in the community. Property is listed with United Country of El Dorado Springs, photos and pricing can be found on the website. Current owner is motivated to sale quickly to provide continuity of veterinary services to his loyal client base. Contact: Property is listed with United Country realtors in El Dorado Springs, and they can be contacted at 417-876-2699 or email hubbardsold@gmail. Dr. Collins can be contacted at 417876-5330 or collinskb71@yahoo.com. Turn-key clinic grossing over $750K with proven historical growth and housed in a 4,800 SF state-of-the-art facility. Highly motivated owner!

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