WVC 91st Annual Conference Preliminary Program

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

TABLE OF CONTENTS CONFERENCE INFORMATION Registration

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Hotel Information + Map

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Travel & Transportation

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Speakers

9–11

Activities

38–39

Receptions

PROGRAM

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Program content subject to change.

See wvc.org for up-to-date information.

Hands-on Labs

30-31

Symposia

34-35

Workshops

33

Exhibit Hall

36-37

THE SHOW YOU ATTEND MATTERS

Mark your calendar to attend this year's most comprehensive veterinary educational event.

REGISTER BEFORE

OCTOBER 31 & SAVE

VETERINARIAN 2019 Scientific Program

13-35

Small Animal

15–21

Avian & Exotics

22

Equine

23

Food Animal

24

PRACTICE MANAGEMENT

25

VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

26

WVC | 2425 E. Oquendo Road | Las Vegas, NV 89120 | wvc.org T: 702.739.6698 TF: 866.800.7326 F: 702.739.6420 E: support@wvc.org

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CONFERENCE AT A GLANCE SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19

9:00a–7:00p

Airport Shuttle Service

6:00a–8:30p

Shuttle Buses from Hotels to MBCC

3:00–9:00p

Registration Open

7:00a–5:00p

Registration Open

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17

7:30a–7:00p

Scientific Program

7:00a–6:30p

Shuttle Buses from Hotels to MBCC

9:00a–6:00p

Exhibit Hall Open

7:00a–6:00p

Registration Open

9:00a–6:00p

Veterinary Tech Village Sponsored By

8:00a–10:00p

Shuttle Buses from Airport to Hotels

9:00a–4:00p

Learning Lounge

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SCIENTIFIC PROGRAM BEGINS! 10:30a–6:00p

Scientific Program

7:00–8:30p

Hill's Evening with Mayim Bialik

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18

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EXHIBIT HALL MIXER DRINKS & NETWORKING 4:30–6:00p

Exhibit Hall Mixer

8:00–9:30p

Keith Urban Concert

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20

6:00a–10:00p

Shuttle Buses from Hotels to MBCC

7:00a–5:00p

Registration Open

6:00a-6:00p

Shuttle Buses from MBCC to Airport

7:30a–7:00p

Scientific Program

6:00a-7:00p

Shuttle Buses from Hotels to MBCC

9:00a–6:00p

Exhibit Hall Open

7:00a–2:00p

Registration Open

7:00a–5:00p

Veterinary Tech Village Sponsored By

7:30a-7:00p

Scientific Program

9:00a–5:00p

Learning Lounge

9:00a-2:00p

Exhibit Hall Open

7:30-9:00p

Technician Reception at House of Blues

9:00a–5:00p

Veterinary Tech Village Sponsored By

9:00a-1:00p

Learning Lounge

9:00p-12:00a

Party for a Purpose at House of Blues

1:30p

Vet Detective Drawing

Program subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit wvc.org.

CONFERENCE AT A GLANCE CONT. & REGISTRATION INFO 2019 REGISTRATION FEES Participant

HANDS-ON LABS SCHEDULE

SHUTTLE SCHEDULE 7:00a & 1:00p Saturday - Wednesday

Oquendo Center lab Shuttle departs MBCC

LAB SCHEDULE 7:30a - 5:30p Saturday - Wednesday

Oquendo Center Hands-on Labs See pages (30-31) for more details

JOIN US AT THE EXHIBIT HALL

EXHIBIT HALL MIXER (NO SCIENTIFIC PROGRAM) 4:30 - 6:00p Mix and mingle over drinks Tuesday See page (36) for more details INDUSTRY SEMINARS (CE IN EXHIBIT HALL ONLY) (LEARN MORE PG 37) 9:30 - 10:20a Monday - Wednesday

Industry Breakfast Seminars

12:30 - 1:20p Monday - Wednesday

Industry Lunch Seminars

4:00 - 4:50p Monday - Tuesday

Industry PM Refresh Seminars

Veterinarian

$450

Retired DVM 65+ (No CE)

Standard Onsite

$520

$610

$195

$195

$195

1st Year DVM Graduates

$195

$195

$195

Veterinary Technician

$325

$350

$425

Veterinary Assistant

$325

$350

$425

Practice Manager

$325

$350

$425

Administrative Staff

$325

$350

$425

General Attendee (No CE)

$325

$350

$425

DVM Student

$55

$55

$55

Veterinary Technician Student

$55

$55

$55

Guest

$55

$55

$55

ONE-DAY PRICING Participant

Veterinarian

$340

Veterinary Technician

$225

Veterinary Assistant

$225

Practice Manager

$225

Administrative Staff

$225

General Attendee (No CE)

$225

If only visiting the Exhibit Hall, please register as a General Attendee.

NEW

EXHIBIT HALL BREAKS/LUNCH (LEARN MORE PG 37) 9:30 - 10:30a Monday - Wednesday

Morning Break

NEW

12:30 - 2:00p Monday - Wednesday

Exhibit Hall Lunch

NEW

4:00 - 5:00p Monday - Tuesday

Afternoon Break

NEW

EXPERIENCE VEGAS

See what Las Vegas has to offer, and enjoy an experience like no other. Plan out your trip with list of additional activities in pages 38-39 and visit wvc.org/conference for more information.

Breakfast included with session.

Early

Lunch included with session.

IMPORTANT DATES

Early Registration: September 4, 2018 to October 31, 2018 Standard Registration: November 1, 2018 to January 31, 2019 Onsite Registration: February 1, 2019 to February 20, 2019 REGISTRATION HOURS Saturday, February 16

3:00–9:00p

Monday, February 18

7:00a–5:00p

Sunday, February 17

Tuesday, February 19

Wednesday, February 20

7:00a–6:00p

7:00a–5:00p

7:00a–2:00p

TX Counter will be open until 5:00p on Wednesday, February 20.

Badge Pick-up and Onsite registration is located on Level 1 Convention Center Foyer.

Snack included with session. *MBCC = Mandalay Bay Convention Center

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LAS VEGAS STRIP MAP & HOTEL INFO

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HOTELS WVC brings you the best hotels in Las Vegas at a discounted price. Hotel rates are available for a limited time and are sure to sell out. Visit wvc.org/conference for more information and rate information.

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Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino $$$ 3950 S. Las Vegas Blvd.

Toll-free: 877.632.9001 Distance to Convention Center: Host Hotel Delano $$$$ 3950 S. Las Vegas Blvd.

Toll-free: 877.632.9001 Distance to Convention Center: Host Hotel Four Seasons Hotel Las Vegas $$$$ 960 S. Las Vegas Blvd.

Toll-free: 877.632.5000 Distance to Convention Center: Attached to Host Hotel Excalibur Hotel & Casino $ 3850 S. Las Vegas Blvd.

Toll-free: 800.933.7733 Distance to Convention Center: .6 miles Shuttle Service Provided Luxor Las Vegas $$ 3900 S. Las Vegas Blvd.

Toll-free: 800.926.4737 Distance to Convention Center: .5 miles Shuttle Service Provided MGM Grand Resort & Casino $$$ 3799 S. Las Vegas Blvd.

Toll-free: 877.880.0880 Distance to Convention Center: .8 miles Shuttle Service Provided

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Park MGM (formerly Monte Carlo Resort & Casino) $$$ 3770 Las Vegas Blvd. South Toll-free: 866.562.3472 Distance to Convention Center: 1.4 miles

Complimentary shuttle transportation for Hands-on Labs is provided to and from the Oquendo Center.

New York-New York Hotel & Casino $$ 3790 S. Las Vegas Blvd.

Toll-free: 800.852.6061 Distance to Convention Center: 1.0 miles Shuttle Service Provided Tropicana Las Vegas $ 3801 Las Vegas Blvd. South Toll-free: 1.800.634.4000 Local Phone: 702.739.2645 Distance to Convention Center: .8 miles $ - Economic $$ - Standard $$$ - High $$$$ - Luxury

Complimentary shuttle service available

Book your room online now at wvc.org/conference

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TRAVEL & TRANSPORTATION AIRLINE DISCOUNTS Participants can receive discounted airfare through Delta, American Airlines, United Airlines.

Delta: delta.com/meetings Click on "Advanced Search" and enter code NY2FD in the meeting event code to receive your discounted fare.

American Airlines: aa.com Visit aa.com and under promo code enter 1929BT. United Airlines: united.com Visit united.com and click on the "all search options" link to search for your flight using Z code ZFSB and agreement code 993008.

LOCAL TRANSPORTATION

Advantage Car Rental Participants receive a discount on car rentals from Advantage Car Rental. The discount code is CD02D12BAA. A link appears online at wvc.org under "Transportation."

Local Bus Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (RTC) offers a transportation option along the Las Vegas Strip. The Deuce double-decker buses provide both economical and environmentally sound transit. Tickets can be purchased on the buses and at deuce ticket vending machines located at most bus stops. A 2-hour pass is $6, a 24-hour pass is $8 and a 3-day pass is $20.

Las Vegas Monorail Las Vegas offers a quick and convenient monorail to explore The Strip, providing easy, inexpensive access to major attractions and hotels. Nine trains travel up to 50 mph, and passengers board every four to twelve minutes at each station. For more information, visit the "Transportation" section at wvc.org/conference or call 702.699.8200.

Taxi/Lyft/Uber also available

LUGGAGE STORAGE SERVICE For your convenience, WVC offers complimentary luggage storage service, located on the first floor of the convention center.

CONFERENCE ACTIVITIES SHUTTLE Complimentary shuttle bus service is available for Conference activities. The pickup area is located at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center Shuttle Pickup/Dropoff.

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MANDALAY BAY - EXCALIBUR TRAM Guests staying at Excalibur and Luxor are strongly encouraged to use the Mandalay Bay tram system. The tram is available each day from 6:00–12:30a. The one-way trip from Excalibur to the Mandalay Bay Hotel is estimated at seven minutes, including a stop at Luxor and is free.

HOTEL SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE & PICKUP LOCATIONS Service is available directly from the following Conference Hotels to the Mandalay Bay Convention Center: Excalibur, Luxor, MGM Grand, and New York-New York. Shuttles are scheduled to run every 15-25 minutes from Mandalay Bay Convention Center.

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday

7:00a–6:30p 6:00a–10:00p 6:00a–8:30p 6:00a–7:00p

Excalibur Rotunda Entrance Luxor North Bus Plaza

Mandalay Bay Convention Center Entrance MGM Grand Grand Garden Entrance

New York-New York Main valet entrance on Tropicana AIRPORT SHUTTLE SERVICE

Airport pickup shuttle service is available Saturday, February 16 from 9:00a-7:00p and Sunday, February 17 from 8:00a-10:00p. Airport shuttle service is available commencing Wednesday, February 20 from Mandalay Bay Convention Center, every 15–20 minutes, from 6:00a–6:00p.

OQUENDO CENTER SHUTTLE Complimentary shuttle service is provided for participants in hands-on labs. The pickup area is located at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center Entrance. Buses depart promptly 30 minutes prior to the scheduled start time of each lab.

CONVENTION CENTER PARKING Convention center parking is available at Mandalay Bay for a nominal fee.

0–60 minutes 1–2 hours 2–4 hours 4–24 hours Over 24 hours

No Charge (1st Day Only) $9 $12 $15 $15 each additional day or fraction thereof

Program subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit wvc.org.

SPEAKER SPOTLIGHT FEATURED 2019 SPEAKERS

WVC attracts the most highly sought speakers in the veterinary profession to share with our diverse audience the latest medical and business advancements. Go to WVC.org to arrange your Conference schedule so you don't miss the opportunity to see world-class speakers like the ones highlighted here.

Small Animal: Sue Ettinger, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology)

Dr. Sue Ettinger is a practicing veterinary cancer specialist, international speaker, book author, vlogger (video blogger), and is currently at the Veterinary Cancer Center in Norwalk, CT - part of the Compassion-First Pet Hospitals family of Hospitals. She is one of approximately 400 board-certified specialists in medical oncology in North America. She received her veterinary training at Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine. She completed her residency in medical oncology at the Animal Medical Center in NYC in 2003. She has recently received awards for Exceptional Doctor Performance and the Public Relations Achievement.

Also known as Dr Sue Cancer Vet®, Dr. Sue is the co-author of the Second Edition of The Dog Cancer Survival Guide, which is a best-selling book in small animal health for the last several years. She is a frequent contributor to Todays’ Veterinary Practice, Clinician’s Brief, Veterinary Team Brief, & DVM360. She co-hosts the podcast The Pet Cancer Vet and is a Certified Veterinary Journalist. Dr. Sue is most passionate about raising cancer awareness, and she has developed “See Something, Do Something, Why Wait? Aspirate.®” to promote early cancer detection and diagnosis.

Dr Sue’s popular Facebook page has over 33,000 fans. She can also be found on Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.

Food Animal: Goe�rey Smith, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVIM (LAIM) Previous WVC Speaker of the Year

Geof Smith received a BS in animal and dairy science from Clemson University in 1994. From there he received a MS in toxicology from University of Illinois in 1996 and a DVM in 1998. Following graduation, Geof remained at the University of Illinois for another 4 years while he completed an internship and residency in ruminant internal medicine along with a PhD in physiology. Dr Smith joined the faculty at North Carolina State University in 2002 and is currently a Professor of Ruminant medicine in the Department of Population Health & Pathobiology. He is a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) and his primary clinical and research interests revolve around clinical medicine of ruminants with a specific focus on calf health.

Veterinary Technician: Candice Hoerner, CVT, VTS (Dentistry)

Candice began her veterinary career in 1998 and is a Certified Veterinary Technician since 2004. She received her designation of a Veterinary Technician Specialist in Dentistry in 2011, and is the only VTS in Montana. She is currently the President-Elect of the Academy of Veterinary Dental Technicians. Candice is also the current President of the Big Sky Veterinary Technician Association. She is the lead Veterinary Technician at Ponderosa Veterinary Hospital in Kalispell, MT. She enjoys sharing her knowledge and passion of dentistry through lectures, wet labs and in-clinic trainings internationally through her company Big Sky Veterinary Dentistry

Equine: Jean-Marie Denoix, DVM, PhD

Dr. Denoix of the CIRALE (Center of Imaging and Research on Equine Locomotor Affections) in Normandy, France is considered the world’s foremost equine musculoskeletal system anatomist as well as a leading equine diagnostic ultrasonographer. Dr. Denoix is a founder and current president of ISELP and was also the 2006 recipient of the Schering Plough Equine Research Award from the World Equine Veterinary Association for outstanding applied research work in Equine Diagnostic Imaging. Jean-Marie has been the invited speaker at many international meetings in more than 30 countries around the world on topics related to clinical examination and imaging of equine locomotor problems.

Program subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit wvc.org.

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WVC SPEAKERS WVC is proud to present the following speakers for the 91st Annual Conference.

Please visit wvc.org for complete speaker details.

Earl Aalseth PhD, DVM

Lowell Ackerman DVM, DACVD, MBA, CVA, MPA Je� Adney Kent Allen DVM

Je�rey Applegate DVM Camala Bailey CPA, CVA

Joe Bartges DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), DACVN, PhD Brian Beale DVM, DACVS

Karin Beale DVM, DACVD Marty Becker DVM

Grant Beckett MRCVS, BVSc, MMD Signe Beebe DVM

Sandra Berberian MBA Mary Berg RVT, RLATG, VTS (Dentistry)

Cli�ord (Kip) Berry, III DVM, DACVR

Joseph Bertone DVM, MS, DACVIM (LAIM) Graham Bilbrough MA, VetMB, CertVA, MRCVS

Adam Birkenheuer DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), PhD John Bonagura DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology, SAIM) Dawn Boothe DVM, MS, PhD, DACVIM (SAIM), DAVCP (Clinical Pharmacology) Melissa Bourgeois DVM, PhD, DACVM

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Ashley Bourgeouis DVM, DACVD Joan Bowen DVM

Megan Brashear CVT, VTS (Emergency & Critical Care) Robin Brogdon MA Marcus Brown DVM

Kenneth Bruecker DVM, MS, DACVS, DACVSMR

Gareth Buckley MA, VetMB, MRCVS, DACVECC, DECVECC Steven Budsberg DVM, MS, DACVS

Kara Burns MS, LVT, MEd, VTS (Nutrition) Philip Bushby DVM, MS, DACVS

Debra Canapp DVM, CCRT, DACVSRM

Sherman Canapp, Jr. DVM, MS, CCRT, DACVS, DACVSMR Allen Cannedy DVM

Steven Carey DVM, PhD, DACVIM (SAIM) Brian Carlson

Sheila Carrera-Justiz DVM, DACVIM (Neurology) Jason Castner CPA, CVA

Serge Chalhoub BSc, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM) Jenifer Chat�eld DVM, DACZM

Stephen Cital RVT, RLAT, SRA, VTS (Lab Animal)

Leah Cohn DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), PhD

Robert Cole DVM, DACVR

Michelle Coleman DVM, PhD, DACVIM (LAIM) Cristin Connor MS, RN, BSN

Audrey Cook DECVIM-CA, BVM&S, MRCVS, DACVIM (SAIM), DABVP (Feline)

H. Edward Durham CVT, LATG, VTS (Cardiology)

Richard Goldstein DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), DECVIM-CA

Drew Eastmead

Linda Grace DVM

David Dycus DVM, MS, CCRP

Chrissy Eckstrand DVM, PhD, DACVP Kirk Eddleman

Kristen Cooley BA, CVT, VTS (Anesthesia/ Analgesia)

Mark Epstein DVM, CVPP, DABVP (Canine & Feline)

Cyndie Courtney DVM

Sue Ettinger DVM, DACVIM (Oncology)

Kathleen Cooney DVM, MS, CHPV

Joseph Coury

C. Guillermo Couto DVM, DACVIM (Oncology & SAIM) Michael Day PhD

Dennis DeNicola DVM, PhD, DACVP

Jean-Marie Denoix DVM, PhD

Jonathan Detweiler BS Alison Diesel DVM, DACVD

Ashley DiPrete RVT, VTS (SAIM)

Steve Epstein DVM, DACVECC

Maria Evola DVM, DACVR

Karen Felsted CPA, MS, DVM, CVPM, CVA

Audra Fenimore DVM, MS, DACVIM (SAIM) Monique Feyrecilde BA, LVT, VTS (Behavior) Brenna Fitzgerald DVM, DABVP (Avian)

Daniel Fletcher DVM, DACVECC, PhD

Richard Ford DVM, MS, DACVIM (SAIM) Stephanie Foster

Charli Dong DVM, DACVD

Steven Foulke DVM, DABVP

Tracy Dowdy CVPM

Frederic Gaschen DrMedVet, Dr.habil, DACVIM (SAIM), DECVIMCA (IM)

Amanda Donnelly DVM, MBA

Patricia Dowling DVM, MSc, ACVIM (LAIM), ACVCP Nancy Drumm

Michael Dryden DVM, MS, PhD Louise Dunn

Eric Garcia IT & Digital Consultant

Chris Gauthier DVM, MS, MSM, DACVSSA Jon Gieche DVM, FAVD, DAVDC Elizabeth Giuliano DVM, DACVO

Program subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit wvc.org.

Sonya Gordon DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology)

Barden Green�eld DVM, DAVDC Jay Gri�n DVM, DACVR

Tamara Grubb DVM, PhD, DACVAA

Margaret Gruen DVM, MVPH, PhD, DACVB Ed Guiducci Esq.

Julien Guillaumin DVM, DACVECC, DECVECC

Kristen Hagler BS, RVT, CCRP, CVPP Thomas Hairgrove DVM, MS Melissa Hall DVM, DACVD Randy Hall BS

Ralph Harvey DVM, MS, DACVAA Roger Haston PhD

Abbie Hathaway CVT

Susanne Heartsill DVM

Brian Herrin DVM, DACVM (Parasitology), PhD Meghan Herron DVM, DACVB

Candice Hoerner CVT, VTS (Dentistry) Jessica Hokamp DVM, PhD

Todd Holbrook DVM, DACVIM (LAIM), ACVSMR

SPEAKERS Marie Holowaychuk DVM, DACVECC, CYT

Elizabeth Homerosky MSc, DVM Debra Horwitz DVM, DACVB

John Hubbell DVM, MS, DACVAA Chad Johannes DVM

Daniel Johnson DVM, DABVP (Exotic Companion Mammals) Shelley Johnson Stephen Jones DVM

Cleon Kimberlin DVM

Eric Klaphake DVM, DACZM, DABVP (Avian, Reptile & Amphibian)

Jamie Kopper DVM, PhD, DACVIM (LAIM) Chelsea Kunst DVM, DACVR

Charlotte Lacroix DVM, Esq. Lorna Lambert MS

Michael Lappin DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), PhD Patty Lathan VMD, MS, DACVIM (SAIM) Tera Latham Nance BBA, CVA

Scott Learned MS, MBA, PE, LEED AP

Justine Lee DVM, DACVECC, DABT Nyssa Levy DVM, MS, DACVECC Greg Lewbart MS, VMD

Susan Little DVM, DABVP (Feline) Susan Little DVM, PhD, DACVM

Meryl Littman VMD, DACVIM (SAIM) Kimby Lo DVM, DACVD

Sue Loly LVT, VTS (EVN) Kim London BS

Andrea Looney DVM, DACVAA, DACVSMR, CCRP

Bianca Lourenco DVM, MSc, DACVIM (SAIM)

Ellen Lowery DVM, PhD, MBA

Gary Norsworthy DVM, DABVP (Feline)

Chrissie Rutter DVM, DACVECC

Marianne Mallonee CVPM

Kerry O'Hara PhD

Robert Sager DVM, MS, PhD, DABVP (Beef Cattle)

Julie Ann Luiz Adrian DVM

Linda Markland RVT

Stanley Marks BVSc, PhD, DACVIM (SAIM & Oncology), DACVN Dan Markwalder DVM

Alberto Martin Cordero DVM, DLACVD Mariza Martinez

Nora Matthews DVM, DACVA, DACAW

Joerg Mayer DVM, MS, DABVP (ECM), DECZM, DACZM Emily McCobb DVM, MS, DACVAA Janet McConnell CVT

David McCormick MS, CVA Ragen McGowen PhD

Brett McNabb DVM, DACT, MPVM, DABVP (Food Animal) Tasha McNerney RVT, CVPP, VTS (Anesthesia)

Jennifer Ogeer DVM, MS, MBA

Kellie Olah PHP, SHRM-CP John Owens Esq.

Rebecca Owens DVM

Christopher Pachel DVM, DACVB, CABC Mark Papich DVM, MS, DACVCP

Steven Parish DVM, DACVIM (LAIM) Anthony Pease DVM, MS, DACVR

Steven Petersen DVM, DACVS, DACVSMR Rachel Policelli DVM, DACVR Scott Poock DVM

Kimberly Pope-Robinson DVM Erin Porter DVM, DACVR Tom Portillo DVM

Terry Ryan Kane DVM, MS

Chris Sanchez DVM, PhD, DACVIM (LAIM) Robert Sanchez Stacee Santi DVM

William Saxon DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), DACVECC Margie Scherk DVM, DABVP (Feline Practice)

Harold Schott DVM, PhD, DAVCIM (LAIM) Michelle Schraeder DVM, MEd, FAAVA Bill Schroeder BS

J. Catharine ScottMoncrie� MA, VetMB, MS, DACVIM (SAIM), DSAM, DECVIM Howard Seim, III DVM, DACVS

Tamara Shearer DVM, CCRP, CVA, CVPP, CHPV, CTPEP

Rachel Poulin RVT, VTS (SAIM)

Andre Shih DVM, DACVAA, DACVECC

Sharon Minninger DVM

Donna Raditic DVM, DACVN, CVA

Geo�rey Smith DVM, MS, PhD, DACVIM (LAIM)

George Moore DVM, PhD, DACVIM (SAIM), DACVPM

Heidi Reuss-Lamky LVT, VTS (Anesthesia/ Analgesia, Surgery)

Reuben Merideth DVM, DACVO

Karen Purves MA

Chris Smith

Scott Mogren BA

Joel Ray DVM, MVSc, DACVPM

Christopher Snyder DVM, DAVDC

Sarah Moore DVM, DACVIM (Neurology)

Andy Roark DVM, MS

Peter Morresey DVM, PhD, DAVT, DACVIM (LAIM) Jo Ann Morrison DVM Beckie Mossor RVT

Kristie Mozzachio DVM

Christine Navarre DVM, MS, DACVIM (LAIM) Nathan Nelson DVM, MS, DACVR

Brook Niemiec DVM, DAVDC, FAVD, DEVDC

Sheilah Robertson MRCVS, DACAW, DECVAA, BVMS (HONS), PhD, DECAWBM (WSEL), CVA Heather Romano SHRM-CP Rebecca Rose CVT

Rod Rosychuk DVM, DACVIM (SAIM)

Elizabeth Rozanski DVM, DACVECC, DACVIM (SAIM) Mark Russak DVM Matt Russell DVM

Erin Spencer CVT, MEd, VTS (Emergency & Critical Care)

Jörg Steiner MedVet, DrMedVet, PhD, DACVIM, DECVIM-CA, AGAF Kevin Stepaniuk DVM, FAVD, DAVDC Jim Stephenson DVM, CVA

Joe Stephenson MA

Scott Stevenson DVM Elizabeth Strand PhD, LCSW Rustin Sturgeon DVM, DACVO

Jane Sykes BVSC (HONS), DACVIM (SAIM), PhD David Szabo DVM, DACVR Greg Taylor

Craig Thompson DVM, DACVP Daniel Thomson MS, PhD, DVM Robert Tope DVM

Jessica Trichel DVM

David Twedt DVM, DACVIM (SAIM) Shelly Vaden DVM, PhD

Josh Vaisman

Brian Vander Ley DVM, PhD, DACVPM Lance Visser DVM, MS, DACVIM (Cardiology) Sarita Vora

Mandy Wallace DVM, MS, DACVS-SA

Cynthia Ward VMD, DACVIM (SAIM), PhD Neal Wasserman DVM, DACVO

Courtney Waxman CVT, VTS (Emergency & Critical Care)

Craig Webb PhD, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM) Terah Webb DVM, DACVO Tracy Webb DVM, PhD

Peter Weinstein DVM, MBA

Canaan Whit�eld-Cargile DVM, PhD, DACVS-LA, DACVSMR-Equine Fritz Wood CPA, CFP

Ann Wortinger LVT, BS, VTS (SAIM, Emergency & Critical Care, Nutrition) Kenichiro Yagi RVT, VTS (Emergency & Critical Care, SAIM), MS Anthony Yu DVM, MS, DACVD Ivan Zak DVM

Jan Suchodolski MedVet, DrVetMed, PhD, AGAF, DACVM

Program subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit wvc.org.

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HILL'S PRESENTS

AN EVENING & CONVERSATION WITH

MAYIM BIALIK Sunday, February 17  7:00p Complimentary with registration

Animal Lover Mayim Bialik discusses being a scientist, playing one on The Big Bang Theory, and being a lover of animals.

DISCOVER THE POWER IN YOU

WITH

MEL ROBBINS

Monday, February 18  12:30p $35 Pre-registration | $50 Onsite

If you can count to �ve you can change your life. Mel has a very personal and profound message to share with the world. The secret to changing your life is �ve simple seconds.

For more information visit wvc.org/conference

TUESDAY NIGHT CONCERT

KEITH URBAN

SPONSORED BY MERCK ANIMAL HEALTH Tuesday, February 19  8:00p Complimentary with registration

SPEAKERS

2018 SPEAKERS SPOTLIGHT

SCIENTIFIC PROGRAM 2019 SCIENTIFIC PROGRAM & GUIDE

Participants must wear a Conference badge at all times. Admission to scienti�c sessions is not allowed for guests and children under the age of 18. Guests who wish to attend Scienti�c Program lectures must purchase a full registration.

Use the following session number pre�x guide to assist your navigation of the 2019 Scienti�c Program.

CE CREDIT INFORMATION Full Conference Registration for Veterinarians with Labs

56 CE Hours*

Full Conference Registration for Technicians with Labs

40 CE Hours*

Full Conference Registration for Veterinarians and Technicians without Labs

40 CE Hours

SESSION PREFIXES

SA Small Animal

S

FA Food Animal

SP Special Presentation

EX Avian & Exotics EQ Equine

VT Veterinary Technician

PM Practice Management

POTENTIAL CE CREDITS** 

Saturday, February 16

8 Hours**



Sunday, February 17

8 Hours**



Monday, February 18

11 Hours



Tuesday, February 19

11 Hours



Wednesday, February 20

10 Hours

* Includes hours obtained by purchasing Hands-on Labs and Workshops (additional fees apply) **Hands-on Labs require additional fees

SPECIAL DESIGNATION ICONS Pre-registration required.

Ticket encoded in badge.*** Breakfast included with session.

IS

Symposium

Industry Seminar

WS Workshop*

HO Hands-on Laboratory** EL Learning Lounge

CE CREDIT CALCULATIONS

50 minute sessions = 1 CE credit hour *North Carolina Participants 1 hour = 1 CE credit hour Hands-on Labs are accredited based on the hours attended.

To qualify for your CE certificate, your badge must have been printed.

Attention Veterinarians and Veterinary Technicians licensed in Texas To meet the requirements for the State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners, you must check in at the TX counter at Onsite Registration; your badge will be printed at that time. Before leaving the conference stop by the TX counter to sign your CE certificate and take it with you.

Due to state CE requirements, WVC cannot mail your CE certificate, and it will not be available online.

If you are licensed in Texas and did not register with a Texas address, please inform the attendant at the CE counter, and a certificate will be printed and ready for you when you check out.

Lunch included with session.

Program current as of 08/31/18, program subject to change.

Please visit wvc.org/conference for most up to date information.

Power Hour PM Refresh with session

Veterinarian

Veterinary Technician

Practice Manager

*** Additional fee applies

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SMALL ANIMAL

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17

CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY

DENTISTRY

DERMATOLOGY

EMERGENCY & CRITICAL CARE

ENDOCRINOLOGY

FELINE MEDICINE

HEMATOLOGY

IMAGING

NEUROLOGY

NUTRITION

Nonsteroidal Anti-infammatories: It's Not Just the Pain II SA52 Dawn Boothe

Revisiting Veterinary Use of Opioids in the Face of the Opioid Epidemic Part I: Improving Judicious Use SA49 Dawn Boothe

Pain Opening the Mouth: Which Treatment Do You Choose?

SA60 Kevin Stepanick

Periodontal Treatment Beyond the Trophy SA64 Kevin Stepanick

Corticosteroids: How Much Do We Really Know?

SA77 Mark Papich

Drug Interactions & Incompatibilities for Drugs Used in Dermatology.

SA80 Mark Papich

How to Interpret Antibiotic Susceptibility Tests?

SA79 Mark Papich

Antimicrobial Use in the Emergency Patient SA107 Steve Epstein

Blood, Pus & Chyle, When Pleural Effusions Go Bad SA108 Steve Epstein

Emergency Room ECGs SA110 Steve Epstein

Intralipid Use of Intoxications SA109 Steve Epstein

Managing Arrhythmias in the Emergency Room SA111 Steve Epstein

The When, Why & How of Antimicrobial Drug Classes SA106 Steve Epstein

Insulin Treatment of Diabetes Mellitus: How to Avoid Common Treatment Mistakes SA133 Catharine Scott-Moncrief

Unusual & Under-diagnosed Feline Endocrinopathies: What Are You Missing?

SA131 Catharine Scott-Moncrief

Update on Diagnosis of Canine Cushing’s Disease: When & How to Test?

SA130 Catharine Scott-Moncrief

Update on Treatment of Feline Hyperthyroidism: When Is Nutritional Management Appropriate?

SA132 Catharine Scott-Moncrief

Acute Azotemia: Not All About the Kidneys SA149 Serge Chalhoub

Chronic Kidney Disease: Evidence-based Treatments SA147 Serge Chalhoub

Chronic Kidney Disease: Pathophysiology & Diagnosis SA146 Serge Chalhoub

Proteinuria: The Silent Killer SA148 Serge Chalhoub

Lipidosis: The Not So Mellow Yellow SA150 Margie Scherk

Triaditis: A Troubling Threesome SA151 Margie Scherk

Hematology for the Clinician: Integrating CBC Data SA178 C. Guillermo Couto

Hematology for the Clinician: Leukemias & Leukemoid Reactions SA179 C. Guillermo Couto

Hematology for the Clinician: Looking at the Blood Smears SA177 C. Guillermo Couto

Hematology for the Clinician: Milking the History & Physical Exam SA176 C. Guillermo Couto

How Do I Read a Chemistry Profile: Case Discussions SA180 C. Guillermo Couto

The Patient with Lymphadenopathy or Splenomegaly SA181 C. Guillermo Couto

7 Most Commonly Missed Lesions When Interpreting Radiographs SA193 Clifford (Kip) Berry

Interpreting Abdominal Radiographs: Creating a Method to the Madness SA191 Clifford (Kip) Berry

Interpreting Musculoskeletal Radiographs: Creating a Method to the Madness SA192 Clifford (Kip) Berry

Interpreting Thoracic Radiographs: Creating a Method to the Madness SA190 Clifford (Kip) Berry

Hands Off Neurology: Getting the Most from Your Neuro Exam SA246 Sarah Moore

Neurologic Episodes: When It’s Not a Seizure SA248 Sarah Moore

Once Seen, Never Forgotten: Interesting Cases in Medical Neurology I SA249 Sarah Moore

Once Seen, Never Forgotten: Interesting Cases in Medical Neurology II SA250 Sarah Moore

Spinal Radiographs: Maximizing Diagnostic Utility SA251 Sarah Moore

The Cranial Nerve Exam: Your Window to the Brain SA247 Sarah Moore

A Joint Effort: Nutrition and Osteoarthritis SA262 Donna Raditic

Canine Nutrition to Treat Acute GI Disease SA260 Donna Raditic

Canine Nutrition to Treat Chronic GI Disease SA261 Donna Raditic

Pet Food Facts, Fallacies & Opinions SA258 Donna Raditic

Raw or War: Raw and Homemade Diets SA263 Donna Raditic

Tell Your Clients What to Feed SA259 Donna Raditic

Medical Cannabinoids: Understand the Target SA48 Dawn Boothe

Nonsteroidal Anti-infammatories: It's Not Just the Pain I SA51 Dawn Boothe

Revisiting Veterinary Use of Opioids in the Face of the Opioid Epidemic Part II: Targeting Acute Pain SA50 Dawn Boothe

Sparing the Opiods: Non-opioid Pharmacologic Targets for Control of Pain in Animals SA47 Dawn Boothe

A Video Step-by-Step Extraction of the Distal Maxillary Dentition SA61 Kevin Stepanick

Feline Oral Inflammation: Differentiating the ‘It Is’ SA62 Kevin Stepanick

Senior Dental Procedures: Age Does Not Preclude Treatment SA59 Kevin Stepanick

Subtle Hints of Common Dental Diseases that Are Missed A Lot! SA63 Kevin Stepanick

Compounding, What You Need to Know About Medications Used in Small Animals SA78 Mark Papich

Program subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit wvc.org.

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SMALL ANIMAL  FEBRUARY 17-18 SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17 (CONTINUED)

ONCOLOGY

OPHTHALMOLOGY

OTOLOGY

PERSONALIZED MEDICINE

SHELTER MEDICINE

9 Things You Should be Doing for Vomiting & Inappetence for Cancer Patients SA269 Sue Ettinger

Cancer Cliff Notes for Cats: 5 Cancers, What You Need to Know SA265 Sue Ettinger

Tips & Tricks for Lymphoma in Dogs SA268 Sue Ettinger

What’s New in Cancer?

SA267 Sue Ettinger

Back to Basics: A Review of the Ophthalmic Examination SA270 Elizabeth Giuliano

Comin’ in Red & Hot: Can You Diagnose & Treat Uveitis?

SA273 Elizabeth Giuliano

When Corneal Colors Come a Calling: What Are They Telling Us SA271 Elizabeth Giuliano

Why Won’t This Corneal Ulcer Heal? Help with Those Pesky Indolent Erosions SA274 Elizabeth Giuliano

Diagnosis & Management of Pseudomonas Otitis SA284 Ashley Bourgeois

Diagnosing Otitis: Tips on Using Clinical Tests to Get Answers SA282 Ashley Bourgeois

Otology Topic II SA286 Rod Rosychuk

Topical Therapy for Managing Otitis SA283 Ashley Bourgeois

Our Path Forward: It Takes a Village to Deliver Better Healthcare SA298 Lowell Ackerman Efficient Spay/Neuter Surgery SA316 Philip Bushby

Cancer Cliff Notes for Dogs: 5 Cancers, What You Need to Know SA264 Sue Ettinger

Feline GI Lymphoma vs IBD: The Struggle Is Real SA266 Sue Ettinger

Enucleation: When It Don’t Come Easy SA275 Elizabeth Giuliano

Seeing Eye-to-Eye: Help Us Better Help You Manage Your Canine Cataract Patients SA272 Elizabeth Giuliano

Otoscopic Techniques for Ear Masses SA285 Ashley Bourgeois

Otology Topic I SA287 Rod Rosychuk

Pet-specific Care: Putting the Potential into Practice SA299 Lowell Ackerman

Pet-specific Care: Remaining Relevant in the Digital Age! SA297 Lowell Ackerman

The Future of Veterinary Medicine: Petspecific Care SA296 Lowell Ackerman

The Optimal Time for Spay/Neuter: An Analysis of Critical Spay/Neuter Literature I SA318 Philip Bushby

The Optimal Time for Spay/Neuter: An Analysis of Critical Spay/Neuter Literature II SA319 Philip Bushby

Unusual Spay & Neuter Surgery SA317 Philip Bushby

Anesthesia for Patients Too Sick for Anesthesia – They Probably Aren’t SA02 Ralph Harvey

Everyone Benefits From Reducing Fear & Stress in Anesthesia SA01 Ralph Harvey

Senior Pet Anesthesia & Peri-op Management: Not Too Old SA04 Ralph Harvey

What to Worry about and How to Fix It: Crisis Management in Anesthesia SA03 Ralph Harvey

Answers to the Top Behavior Questions You Hate to Hear SA11 Debra Horwitz

Behavior Problems in Senior Dogs SA14 Debra Horwitz

Canine Aggression Toward Unfamiliar People on Walks & At the Door SA12 Debra Horwitz

Low Stress Handling & Bite Prevention: Better Living Through Chemistry SA10 Meghan Herron

Low Stress Handling & Bite Prevention: Canine & Feline Handling Tools: Use Them Early & Use Them Often!

SA09 Meghan Herron

Low Stress Handling & Bite Prevention: Mitigating the Environment to Keep You Safe & To Keep Your Patients Happy SA08 Meghan Herron

Low Stress Handling & Bite Prevention: Reading Body Language & Predicting Behavior SA07 Meghan Herron

Prognosis for Aggression in Dogs & Cats SA13 Debra Horwitz

Better Oral Oncology Patient Management from Accurate Biopsies to Better Treatment Planning SA72 Christopher Snyder

Choose Your Weapons! With the Right Bur, Your Life Is So Much Easier SA69 Barden Greenfield

How Much Do You Know? Interactive Complicated Cases SA68 Barden Greenfield

Juvenile Dental Pathology: What to Expect & How to Proceed SA65 Barden Greenfield

Managing the Maxillofacial Trauma Patient (PS…Don’t Forget the Teeth!)

SA71 Christopher Snyder

Odontogenic Tumor: Newer Approaches to a Common Problem SA66 Barden Greenfield

Review & Discussion of Uncommon Dental Radiographic Pathology SA67 Barden Greenfield

When & When Not to Use Bonded Sealants SA70 Barden Greenfield

Dermatophytosis in Dogs & Cats SA82 Alberto Martin Cordero

Demodicosis: Update SA85 Alberto Martin Cordero

Getting the Most Out of Shampoo Therapy SA83 Alberto Martin Cordero

How to Manage Recurrent Pyoderma SA84 Alberto Martin Cordero

Disaster Response: Infectious Disease SA102 Jenifer Chatfield

Ebola & Zika & Domestic Animals SA103 Jenifer Chatfield

Nipah Virus SA104 Jenifer Chatfield

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18 ANESTHESIA

BEHAVIOR

DENTISTRY

DERMATOLOGY

DISASTER MEDICINE

Puppy Pediatric Derm SA81 Alberto Martin Cordero Disaster Preparedness & the Veterinary Practice SA101 Jenifer Chatfield Toxoplasmosis SA105 Jenifer Chatfield

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Program subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit wvc.org.

SMALL ANIMAL  FEBRUARY 18 MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18 (CONTINUED)

EMERGENCY & CRITICAL CARE

EVIDENCE-BASED MEDICINE

FELINE MEDICINE

Feline Aortic Thromboembolism: An Update SA118 Julien Guillaumin

Shock Resuscitation: Which Fluid? How Much? How Fast?

SA121 Julien Guillaumin

Getting Them in the Door & in the Study!

How to Identify & Recruit Potential Cases in My Practice SA144 George Moore

Keeping Clients Involved & Coming Back: How Do I Motivate Clients to Keep Required Home Journals & Return for Rechecks?

SA145 George Moore

Should I & How Do I, Get Started in a Clinical Study?

SA142 George Moore

Approach to the Cat with Lower Urinary Tract Signs SA155 Susan Little

Approach to the Cat with Upper Respiratory Tract Signs SA156 Susan Little

Home Care & End of Life Issues SA152 Margie Scherk

Interactive Cases to Stimulate Your Thinking SA153 Margie Scherk

No More Stones: Management of Uroliths in Cats SA157 Susan Little

Update Your Protocols for FeLV & FIV Testing SA154 Susan Little

A Practical Guide for the Approach to Refractory Cases of Canine IBD SA163 Frederic Gaschen

Acute Hemorrhagic Diarrhea Syndrome: Do's & Don'ts SA160 Frederic Gaschen

Canine Esophageal Disorders: Recognize Them Timely & Treat Them Efficiently SA158 Frederic Gaschen

Chronic Enteropathies in Cats: Inflammatory or Neoplastic?

SA162 Frederic Gaschen

Cobalamin & Cobalamin Deficiency: More Common Than You May Think SA165 Joerg Steiner

Confused About Pancreatic Lipases?

SA164 Joerg Steiner

Tips for the Management of Canine Protein-losing Enteropathies: GI & Beyond SA161 Frederic Gaschen

Top Tips for the Use of GI Prokinetics in Your Practice SA159 Frederic Gaschen

10 Ways to Improve our Hospice & Palliative Care Visits SA182 Tamara Shearer

Euthanasia Team Training & Management: Setting Standards SA185 Kathleen Cooney

Golden Rules for Managing Bleeding in the Hospice Patient SA187 Tamara Shearer

Golden Rules for Managing Hyporexia & Anorexia in the Hospice & Palliative Care Patient SA186 Kathleen Cooney

Golden Rules for Supporting Hospice & Palliative Care Patients That Cannot Walk SA183 Tamara Shearer

Hospice Fee Structuring: Yes You Can Charge for Hospice Care SA184 Kathleen Cooney

Toto Is Dead. Now What?

Elevated Pet Body Care SA189P Kathleen Cooney, Tamara Shearer

Understanding Death: The Physiology & Signs SA188 Kathleen Cooney

Cases Imaging the Musculoskeletal System in Dogs & Cats SA201 Robert Cole

Cases in Abdominal Ultrasound: From Vomiting to Renal Failure & Everything in Betw

I Have an Ultrasound Machine, What Can I Do with It? SA199 Robert Cole

Musculoskeletal Radiography: Malignant Looking Benign Things & Vice Versa SA197 Jay Griffin

Radiographs, Ultrasound & How They Work Together SA198 Robert Cole

Spinal Radiography: Tricky Lesions That Change Everything SA194 Jay Griffin een SA200 Robert Cole

The Lungs Look Like: A Practical Algorithm for Radiographic Diagnosis of Lung Disease SA195 Jay Griffin

Vomiting Simplified: A Question & Answer Approach to Abdominal Radiography SA196 Jay Griffin

Otology Topic III SA288 Rod Rosychuk

Otology Topic IV SA289 Rod Rosychuk

Anesthesia for the Geriatric Pet in the Shelter or Community Medicine Setting SA320 Emily McCobb

Coping with Opioid Shortages in the Shelter Environment SA322 Emily McCobb

Preventing & Responding to Anesthetic Emergencies in the Shelter Setting SA323 Emily McCobb

Quality of Life Concepts for Companion Animals SA321 Emily McCobb

Canine Urethral Surgery & Feline Perineal Urethrostomy: A Novel Approach SA334 Howard Seim

Surgical Management of a Canine Linear Foreign Body SA333 Howard Seim

Surgical Management of Uroabdomen SA336 Howard Seim

Surgical Management of Brachycephalic Syndrome SA337 Howard Seim

Wound Management Secrets & Surgical Management of Salivary Mucocele SA335 Howard Seim

Visceral Organ Biopsy SA332 Howard Seim

Cardiovascular Monitoring SA120 Julien Guillaumin

Clinical Management of Dysnatremia SA119 Julien Guillaumin

SIRS, Sepsis, MODS, Oh My! SA123 Julien Guillaumin

Triage: Life in the Fast Lane SA122 Julien Guillaumin

Do You Have the “Right” Patients?

Understanding Patient Inclusion/ Exclusion Criteria & Why Are They Important?

SA143 George Moore

GASTROENTEROLOGY

HOSPICE

IMAGING

OTOLOGY

SHELTER MEDICINE

SURGERY-GENERAL

Program subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit wvc.org.

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SMALL ANIMAL  FEBRUARY 19 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19 ANESTHESIA

BEHAVIOR

CARDIOLOGY

CLINICAL PATHOLOGY

CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY

AAHA Anesthesia Guidelines Benefit Your Practice SA05 Ralph Harvey

Favorite Anesthetic Techniques: Yours & Mine SA06 Ralph Harvey

Cat Wars: Aggression Between Household Cats SA17 Debra Horwitz

Creating Happy Cats: How to Create the Best Environment for Cats SA18 Debra Horwitz

Fears, Phobias & Anxieties SA22 Debra Horwitz

Feline Inappropriate Elimination SA16 Meghan Herron

Starting Off on the Right Claw: The Basics of Kitten Behavior & Problem Prevention SA15 Meghan Herron

Starting Off on the Right Paw: The Basics of Puppy Behavior & Problem Prevention SA19 Meghan Herron

Top 10 Dog Behavior Myths SA20 Meghan Herron

Update on Medication in Behavior Medicine SA21 Debra Horwitz

Canine Heart Failure: Medical Therapy for Hospital & Home SA24 John Bonagura

Interactive Cardiopulmonary Radiographic Diagnosis SA25 John Bonagura

Pericardial Disease in the Dog: An Under-recognized Cardiac Disorder SA26 John Bonagura

Preclinical Valvular Heart Disease in the Dog: Diagnosis, Staging & Management SA23 John Bonagura

Big Nodes? Now What? Practical Cytology of Lymph Nodes & Helpful Additional Diagnostics SA38 Jessica Hokamp

Getting the Most Out of Your Cytologies SA35 Jessica Hokamp

Practical Cytology of Common Canine & Feline Skin Tumors in Clinical Practice SA37 Jessica Hokamp

Practical Cytology of Common Inflammatory & Infectious Diseases in Clinical Practice SA36 Jessica Hokamp

The Opioid Crisis: Are We Prescribing & Dispensing Those Drugs? Part I SA219 Julie Ann Luiz Adrian

The Opioid Crisis: Are We Prescribing & Dispensing Those Drugs, Part II & Are We Contributors to the Problem?

SA218 Julie Ann Luiz Adrian

The Opioid Crisis: What? Really?

SA221 Julie Ann Luiz Adrian

The Opioid Crisis: What Resources Are Available to Help?

SA220 Julie Ann Luiz Adrian

Allergy Impersonators SA93 Kimby Lo

Common Drug Options for Managing Canine Atopic Dermatitis SA92 Kimby Lo

Dermoid A1: Use Those Skills To Solve Derm Mysteries SA86 Charli Dong

Flake It Off: A Guide to Scaly Diseases SA88 Charli Dong

Getting Food Allergies Right SA91 Kimby Lo

Hypothyroidism: What Are We Doing?

SA89 Charli Dong

We Don't Itch Any More, Like We Used to Do SA90 Charli Dong

What You Didn't Learn in Vet School: Derm Edition SA87 Charli Dong

Burnout in the ER: A Practical Approach to Improving Your Team’s Resilience SA116 Daniel Fletcher

CPR: Why Everyone Should be an Expert Basic Life Support (BLS) SA113 Daniel Fletcher

CPR: Why Everyone Should be an Expert Advanced Life Support (ALS) SA114 Daniel Fletcher

It Takes a Team: Simple Communication Tools to Reduce Medical Errors SA115 Daniel Fletcher

My Patient Is Bleeding: Diagnosing & Treating Emergent Bleeding SA117 Daniel Fletcher

Why Do I Care About the Anion Gap? Practical, Case-based Blood Gas Analysis SA112 Daniel Fletcher

Canine Chronic Hepatitis: Update on Diagnosis & Latest Therapies SA172 David Twedt

Chronic Canine Pancreatitis: Should We Worry About It? SA167 Joerg Steiner

Clinical Approach to Abnormal Liver Enzymes SA170 David Twedt

Copper & The Liver: An Emerging Disease SA173 David Twedt

Feline Pancreatic Exocrine Insufficiency SA169 Joerg Steiner

Gastric Disease & Antacid Therapy SA166 Joerg Steiner

Small Intestinal Dysbiosis SA168 Joerg Steiner

The Most Common Causes for Abnormal Liver Enzymes SA171 David Twedt

5 Techniques to Minimize Your Chance of Missing a Pulmonary Lesion SA203 Chelsea Kunst

10 Most Common Thoracic Radiographic Findings & How to Recognize Them SA204 Erin Porter

Cases with Radiographic Findings in the Coughing Dog SA205 Erin Porter

How to Read Abdominal Radiographs & The Lesions You May be Missing SA206 David Szabo

Neonate Radiographs of the Musculoskeletal System: Growth Plates vs Fractures SA207 David Szabo

Radiographic Cases of the Vomiting Dog: Is It Time for Surgery?

SA209 Chelsea Kunst

Ultrasounding or Radiographing the Vomiting Dog: Decisions, Decisions SA208 Chelsea Kunst

Thoracic Radiographs: Cats Are Not Just Little Dogs SA202 Chelsea Kunst

Listing Agreements SA231 Charlotte Lacroix

Marijuana & Your Practice SA230 Charlotte Lacroix

Reference Lab Contracts SA232 Charlotte Lacroix

What Happens If Tragedy Strikes SA233 Charlotte Lacroix

Cuttin' on the Kidneys: Surgical Management of Kidney & Ureteral Disease SA237 Mandy Wallace

IRIS CKD Stage 1: What Is It? What Do I Do Now? SA235 Joe Bartges

Pebbles in the Stream: Nephroureterolithiasis - Medical & Minimally Invasive Management SA236 Joe Bartges

Urine Trouble: Chronic Kidney Disease SA234 Joe Bartges

DERMATOLOGY

EMERGENCY & CRITICAL CARE

GASTROENTEROLOGY

IMAGING

LEGAL

NEPHROLOGY/ UROLOGY

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Program subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit wvc.org.

SMALL ANIMAL  FEBRUARY 19 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19 (CONTINUED) Common Congenital Neuro Things: Chiari-like Malformations, Hemivertebrae SA253 Sheila Carrera-Justiz

How to Manage & Prognosticate Head Trauma & Traumatic Brain Injury SA255 Sheila Carrera-Justiz

Shaking & Rolling: Neurotoxins SA252 Sheila Carrera-Justiz

The Old, Weak Dog SA257 Sheila Carrera-Justiz

Diagnostic Musculoskeletal Ultrasound: Case-based Exploration SA302 Debra Canapp

Infectious CNS Diseases SA254 Sheila Carrera-Justiz

Puppy & Kitten Neurology SA256 Sheila Carrera-Justiz

Importance of Diagnostic Musculoskeletal Ultrasound in Monitoring Regenerative Medicine Treatments in Tendinopathies SA300 Debra Canapp

Nutraceuticals: Increasing the Effectiveness of Your Rehabilitation Protocols SA303 Debra Canapp

Rehabilitation Therapy Following Regenerative Medicine Treatment SA301 Debra Canapp

But He Is Just a Baby! Lung Disease in Puppies & Kittens SA305 Gareth Buckley

I Know He Is Old, but... Lung Disease in Geriatrics SA306 Elizabeth Rozanski

Localizing Respiratory Distress: The Holy Grail SA304 Chrissie Rutter

Oh CRUDE! How Many Dogs Are SICK? Managing Respiratory Outbreaks SA307 Gareth Buckley

SHELTER MEDICINE

Diagnostic Testing of Diseases that Commonly Affect Shelter Animals SA326 Chrissy Eckstrand

Emerging Infectious Diseases in Domestic Animals SA324 Chrissy Eckstrand

Feline Retroviral & Coronaviral Updates SA325 Chrissy Eckstrand

Suspicious Death? How to Document Findings & Collect Samples for Potential Legal Cases: A Pathologist’s Perspective SA327 Chrissy Eckstrand

SPORTS MEDICINE

CCL Injury: Thinking Outside the Box SA329 Sherman Canapp

Osteoarthritis: Alternative Therapies SA328 Sherman Canapp

Soft Tissue Injuries: What Are You Missing?

SA330 Sherman Canapp

Stem Cell Therapy: Case-based Exploration SA331 Sherman Canapp

Common Orthopedic Soft Tissue Injuries of the Forelimb SA353 David Dycus

Digit Injuries: More Than Just a Stubbed Toe or Chipped Nail SA352 Steven Petersen

Fractures That the General Practitioner Might Choose to Refer: "Know When to Fold ‘em” SA348 Brian Beale

Fractures the General Practitioner Might Choose to Keep: “Know When to Hold ‘em” SA347 Kenneth Bruecker

How I Approach a Broken Leg: It’s All About the Biomechanics & Biology SA346 Kenneth Bruecker

Managing Open Fractures: Dealing with Osteomyelitis & Other Complications SA349 Steven Petersen

Orthopedic Complications: “Know When to Walk Away, Know When to Run”, "Know How to Prevent ‘em & How to Deal with ‘em" SA350 David Dycus

Orthopedic Examination: How to Reach a Diagnosis in 10 Minutes SA351 Brian Beale

NEUROLOGY

REHABILITATION

RESPIRATORY

SURGERY-ORTHOPEDIC

Program subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit wvc.org.

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SMALL ANIMAL  FEBRUARY 20 WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20 Complicating Factors in Canine Heart Disease SA29 Lance Visser

Feline Cardiomyopathy I: Causes, Diagnosis & Staging SA27 John Bonagura

Feline Cardiomyopathy II: Treatment Approaches SA28 John Bonagura

Incorporating Echocardiography into Your Practice SA33 Lance Visser

Interactive ECG Reading I: The Essentials SA30 Lance Visser

Interactive ECG Reading II: The Challenges SA31 Lance Visser

Interactive Echocardiography: What’s Your Echo Diagnosis?

SA34 Lance Visser

The Puppy & Kitten with a Cardiac Murmur SA32 Lance Visser

Casting the Net: Why Routine Laboratory Screening Is So Important & What You're Missing SA46 Craig Thompson

Pee! Why Urine Is Liquid Gold SA42 Craig Thompson

Pitfalls! The Most Common Clinicopathologic Mistakes SA43 Craig Thompson

Practical Cytology of Body Fluids in Clinical Practice SA39 Jessica Hokamp

Practical Urinalysis in Clinical Practice SA40 Jessica Hokamp

The Body's Trashcan: A Look at the Liver Through the Clin. Path. Lens SA45 Craig Thompson

When to Panic! Clinical Pathology Red Flags SA44 Craig Thompson

When to Take the Next Step: Using Baseline Data to Guide Second Tier Testing SA41 Craig Thompson

A Blight upon the Bladder: Treating the Uropathogens of Dogs & Cats SA55 Patricia Dowling

Being a Good Steward: Optimizing Antimicrobial Therapy SA53 Patricia Dowling

Clinical Pharmacology Topic I SA57 Patricia Dowling

Clinical Pharmacology Topic II SA58 Patricia Dowling

From Principles to Practice: A CaseBased Approach to Treating AMR Infections SA56 Patricia Dowling

Interpreting Culture & Susceptibility Testing for Small Animal Practitioners SA54 Patricia Dowling

Legal Drug Use in Food Animals for Small Animal Veterinarians SA366 Geoffrey Smith

How AAHA Dental Guidelines Can “GUIDE” You to Best Practices SA73 Christopher Snyder

The Pain-Free Payoff (The Dental Patient Edition) SA76 Christopher Snyder

What an ONF! (Flaps to Close that Darn Hole) SA75 Christopher Snyder

Will You Be Fooled? “Abnormal Normals” in Canine & Feline Radiology SA74 Christopher Snyder

Become Friends with Your Microscope for Success in Derm Cases SA99 Melissa Hall

Diagnostic Approach to the Bald Dog SA96 Melissa Hall

Diagnosing the Crusty &/or Scaly Cat SA94 Kimby Lo

Doc, What Are These Bumps?

SA95 Kimby Lo

Itchy Kitties! How to Help Pruritic Cats SA97 Melissa Hall

Monoclonal Antibody Therapy in Veterinary Dermatology SA100 Melissa Hall

Rational Antibiotic Use for Canine Pyoderma SA98 Melissa Hall

A-Z ICU Patient Management SA129 Nyssa Levy

All Bleeding Stops Eventually: Approach to Hemoperitoneum Cases SA127 Nyssa Levy

Confronting Sepsis: A Strategic Approach SA124 Nyssa Levy

Don't Forget to Breathe: How to Approach Common Respiratory Emergencies SA126 Nyssa Levy

Nutrition in Critical Care SA128 Nyssa Levy

Practical Pressor Choices SA125 Nyssa Levy

Monitoring Cushingoid Dogs on Trilostane: What's New? SA136 Patty Lathan

Practical Tips for Diagnosing and Treating Adrenal Disease SA137 Patty Lathan

Revisiting Hypothyroidism SA138 Patty Lathan

Update on Monitoring Patients with Diabetes Mellitus SA139 Patty Lathan

GASTROENTEROLOGY

Four Common Liver Conditions You Likely Did Not Learn About In Vet School SA175 David Twedt

Update on Feline Liver Disease SA174 David Twedt

IMAGING

Imaging & Teleradiology & How to Get the Most from My Radiologist SA212 Maria Evola

Radiographs & My Practice: How to Maximize My Diagnostic Chances SA213 Maria Evola

Rib Tumors, Cranial Mediastinal Masses & The Way to Figure Out What Is Causing the Pleural Fluid on Thoracic Radiographs SA211 Maria Evola

Thoracic Cases That Are Not as Simple as They Seem SA210 Maria Evola

Canine Leptospirosis in a New Era of Diagnosis & Prevention SA215 Jane Sykes

Feline Viral Infections: Bite-Sized Updates SA217 Jane Sykes

Frustrating Fungal Infections: Diagnosis & Treatment SA216 Jane Sykes

Update on Antimicrobial Use Guidelines for Urinary Tract Infections in Dogs & Cats SA214 Jane Sykes

CARDIOLOGY

CLINICAL PATHOLOGY

CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY

DENTISTRY

DERMATOLOGY

EMERGENCY & CRITICAL CARE

ENDOCRINOLOGY

INFECTIOUS DISEASE

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SMALL ANIMAL  FEBRUARY 20 WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20 (CONTINUED)

INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE

NEPHROLOGY/ UROLOGY

OPHTHALMOLOGY

PAIN MANAGEMENT

Chinese Medicine Treatment of Seizures SA227 Signe Beebe

Neuroacupuncture Approach to Urological Disorders SA225 Michelle Schraeder

TCM Approach to Renal & Urinary Disorders I SA222 Michelle Schraeder

TCM Approach to Renal & Urinary Disorders II SA223 Michelle Schraeder

TCM Herbal Formulas for Urological Disorders SA224 Michelle Schraeder

Treatment of Immune-mediated Disorders with Chinese Medicine I SA228 Signe Beebe

Treatment of Immune-mediated Disorders with Chinese Medicine II SA229 Signe Beebe

Treatment of Pancreatitis With Chinese Medicine SA226 Signe Beebe

Is There a Role of Surgery for Patients with UTI's?

SA243 Mandy Wallace

Leave No Stone Unturned: Surgical Management of Urolithiasis & Related Conditions SA240 Mandy Wallace

Of Cats & Bladders: Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease SA244 Joe Bartges

Surgery & The Urethra SA245 Mandy Wallace

Urine a Mess: Disorders of Micturition SA241 Joe Bartges

Urine Agony; Urinary Tract Infections SA242 Joe Bartges

Urine Pain, Still: Calcium Oxalate Urolithiasis & Minimally Invasive Procedures SA239 Joe Bartges

Urine Pain: Struvite, Urate & Cystine Urolithiasis SA238 Joe Bartges

Acute Blindness: A Case-based Approach SA281 Terah Webb

Dry Eye: It's Not About the Schirmer Tear Test SA276 Terah Webb

Ocular Emergencies 101 SA278 Terah Webb

So Much to Read, So Little Time: What's New in Veterinary Ophthalmology SA280 Terah Webb

The Young & Restless: Ocular Exam Techniques & Diseases of Juvenile & Geriatric Patients SA279 Terah Webb

When the Pressure Is on: Glaucoma SA277 Terah Webb

Focus on Felines: Acute & Chronic Pain Management in the Cat SA290 Mark Epstein

Local Anesthesia: Why to Get Started & How to Do It I SA291 Mark Epstein

Local Anesthesia: Why to Get Started & How to Do It II SA292 Mark Epstein

Those "Other" Pain Drugs 1: Fact/ Fiction, Updates, Practice Tips, Oral Meds I SA293 Mark Epstein

Those "Other" Pain Drugs 2: Fact/ Fiction, Updates, Practice Tips, Oral Meds II SA294 Mark Epstein

Those "Other" Pain Drugs 3: Fact/ Fiction, Updates, Practice Tips Re: Injectable Meds III SA295 Mark Epstein

Blown Away by Innovations in Oxygen Therapy SA313 Chrissie Rutter

But the Lungs Were Fine Before SA309 Gareth Buckley

Hospital Acquired Respiratory Disease SA308 Gareth Buckley

Inhalation Therapy: Sound Cool, but Is It for My Patients?

SA314 Chrissie Rutter

Managing Burns & Smoke Inhalation SA311 Chrissie Rutter

Pulmonary Hypertension & Fibrosis: More Common Than We Think!

SA310 Elizabeth Rozanski

Respiratory Procedures Every Nonsurgeon Should Know!

SA315 Elizabeth Rozanski

Thoracic Trauma SA312 Elizabeth Rozanski

Advanced Closure Techniques for Challenging Wounds SA342 Chris Gauthier

An Update on Laryngeal Paralysis SA340 Chris Gauthier

Cholecystectomy: Why, When, & How SA343 Chris Gauthier

Chronic Vaginitis & Incontinence: Can Surgery Help? & Oronasal Fistula Repair SA338 Howard Seim

Current Techniques in Open Wound Management SA341 Chris Gauthier

Soft Tissue Surgery Topics I SA344 Chris Gauthier

Soft Tissue Surgery Topics II SA345 Chris Gauthier

Surgical Management of Abdominal Trauma SA339 Howard Seim

Calcaneal Tendon Injuries: Managing the Achilles Heal SA357 Steven Petersen

Improving Your Success with Extracapsular Stabilization (ECS) Techniques & Knowing When ECS Won’t be Successful SA359 Steven Petersen

Osteoarthritis Management: Keep ‘em movin’ & Comfortable SA355 Brian Beale

Patella Luxation: It’s Not the Patella’s Fault!

SA360 Kenneth Bruecker

Regenerative Medicine in Orthopedics: What We Know, What We Do NOT Know, What Should We Know SA356 David Dycus

The Partial Cranial Cruciate Tear: How to Diagnose & How to Treat SA358 Kenneth Bruecker

Tips & Tricks to Successful Patella Luxation Management SA361 Brian Beale

What Is Veterinary Sports Medicine & The Injuries That Come Along With It SA354 David Dycus

He Ate What? Tips on Managing Your Poisoned Canine Patient SA365 Justine Lee

Hepatotoxicants: When You Need to Reach for the SAMe Stat!

SA363 Justine Lee

Nephrotoxicants: Grapes, Raisins, Lilies & Ethylene Glycol, Oh My! SA362 Justine Lee

Top 5 Tips for Treating Your Poisoned Feline Patient SA364 Justine Lee

RESPIRATORY

SURGERY-GENERAL

SURGERY-ORTHOPEDIC

TOXICOLOGY

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AVIAN & EXOTICS

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17 AVIAN

PORCINE

A Very Interactive Avian Case Discussion (Avian CSI, Case I): Audience Participation Encouraged EX04 Joerg Mayer

Avian Anesthesia & Analgesia EX01 Joerg Mayer

Avian Non-infectious Diseases EX02 Joerg Mayer

Clinical Pathology Aspects of Avian Medicine EX03 Joerg Mayer

Mini Pig Anesthesia, Pain Management & Euthanasia EX19 Kristie Mozzachio

Mini Pig Basics I: Behavior, Handling, Husbandry, Restraint EX17 Kristie Mozzachio

Mini Pig Basics II: Routines Care - Hoof/Tusk Trim, Spay/Neuter, Vaccination, Venipuncture EX18 Kristie Mozzachio

Mini Pig Maladies & Common Disease Presentations EX20 Kristie Mozzachio

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18 AVIAN/REPTILE

Avian Reproductive Disease: Don't be Bedeviled by Egg Layers EX39 Eric Klaphake

Common Avian Emergencies: Broken Blood Feathers to Ataxic & Gasping Parrot EX40 Eric Klaphake

Reptile Anesthesia & Analgesia: The Latest, Greatest, & Evidence-based but Still Practical EX24 Eric Klaphake

Understanding UV Light in Reptiles & Amphibians: Illuminating a Dark & Confusing Topic EX23 Eric Klaphake

SMALL MAMMAL

Analgesia & Anesthesia in Rabbits & Rodents EX26 Joerg Mayer

Insulinoma in Ferrets EX29 Joerg Mayer

Rabbit & Ferret Emergency Medicine EX27 Joerg Mayer

Workup & Update of Adrenal Disease in Ferrets EX28 Joerg Mayer

Backyard Chickens: External & Internal Parasites EX08 Brenna Fitzgerald

Cardiology: Anatomy & Physiology EX05 Brenna Fitzgerald

Cardiology Disease States EX06 Brenna Fitzgerald

Ingluvial Disease: What to Do with the Sour Crop EX07 Brenna Fitzgerald

FISH/ REPTILE

Chemotherapeutics for Ornamental Fishes EX13 Greg Lewbart

Common Diseases of Ornamental Fishes EX12 Greg Lewbart

Emergency Stabilization of Reptile & Amphibian Patients EX21 Greg Lewbart

Turtle Medicine & Surgery EX22 Greg Lewbart

SMALL MAMMAL

Acquired Dental Disease In Rabbits EX33 Daniel Johnson

GI Stasis for Small Animal Practitioner EX32 Daniel Johnson

How to Intubate Almost Any Exotic Companion Mammal EX30 Daniel Johnson

Sugar Glider Medicine & Disease Management EX31 Daniel Johnson

Avian Radiology: Normal vs Pathology EX11 Maria Evola

Fundamental Diagnostic & Therapeutic Considerations for Backyard Chickens EX09 Brenna Fitzgerald

Introduction to Waterfowl Medicine EX10 Brenna Fitzgerald

HONEY BEE

Honey Bee Diseases & Treatments EX15 Terry Ryan Kane

The Biology & Physiology of Honey Bees EX14 Terry Ryan Kane

The Role of the Veterinarian in Honey Bee Health & Management EX16 Terry Ryan Kane

SMALL MAMMAL

How to Handle a Veterinary Board Complaint: Exotics EX35 Daniel Johnson

Incorporating Exotics into Your Dog & Cat Practice EX34 Daniel Johnson

Small Mammal Radiology: Normal vs Pathology EX25 Maria Evola

Health Care for the Geriatric Camelid EX37 Allen Cannedy

Update on Parasite Control for Camelids EX36 Allen Cannedy

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19 AVIAN

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20 AVIAN

SMALL RUMINANT

WILDLIFE

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Galรกpagos Wildlife Health & Conservation Projects EX38 Greg Lewbart

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EQUINE

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17

FEBRUARY 17 - 20

What's New in the Diagnosis & Treatment of Equine Allergic Diseases EQ07 Anthony Yu

What's New in the Diagnosis & Treatment of Equine Immune-mediated Skin Disease EQ09 Anthony Yu

What's New in the Diagnosis & Treatment of Equine Infectious Disease EQ08 Anthony Yu

What's New in the Diagnosis & Treatment of Equine Nodular Diseases EQ06 Anthony Yu

Managing the Chronic Non-healing Wound in the Horse EQ26 Canaan Whitfield-Cargile

Overview of Common Upper Respiratory Conditions of Horses EQ28 Canaan Whitfield-Cargile

Triage of Equine Wounds by Location EQ27 Canaan Whitfield-Cargile

Update on Role of Equine Microbiota (Gut Bacteria) in Health & Disease EQ29 Canaan Whitfield-Cargile

IMAGING-ULTRASOUND/ INFECTIOUS DISEASE/ NUTRITION/ RESPIRATORY

Equine Herpes Virus Myeloencephalitis EQ22 Michelle Coleman

Feeding the Special Needs Equine Patient (Malnutrition, Obesity, etc.)

EQ23 Michelle Coleman

Rhodococcus equi Pneumonia: Updates on Epidemiology, Diagnosis & Treatment EQ25 Michelle Coleman

Tips, Tricks & Tools for FLASH Abdominal Ultrasound EQ24 Michelle Coleman

CARDIOLOGY/ INTERNAL MEDICINE/ RESPIRATORY/ TOXICOLOGY

Cantharidin Toxicosis in Horses: Review & Current Treatment Recommendations EQ40 Todd Holbrook

Cardiac Murmurs in Horses: What the Ambulatory Practitioner Needs to Know EQ39 Todd Holbrook

Equine Medicine Case Presentations EQ41 Todd Holbrook

Strangles: Diagnosis, Treatment & Prevention EQ38 Todd Holbrook

Current Recommendations in Preventative Care EQ34 Joseph Bertone

Fever of Unknown Origin EQ36 Joseph Bertone

Neuroanatomic Diagnosis EQ37 Joseph Bertone

The Tragedy & The Comedy of EPM Diagnosis EQ35 Joseph Bertone

Equine Back Pain: Radiographic & Ultrasonographic Diagnosis, Treatment & Expected Outcomes EQ30 Kent Allen

Hind Limb Proximal Suspensory Desmitis in the Horse: Diagnosis, Treatment & Outcomes EQ31 Kent Allen

Power Hour: Interesting Imaging Case Presentations EQ33P Kent Allen, Jean-Marie Denoix, Anthony Pease

The Pre-purchase Exam: How to Reconcile the Physical Exam & Imaging & Client Expectations EQ32 Kent Allen

Equine Foot Problems: Imaging Diagnosis, Treatment & Shoeing Expected Outcomes EQ18 Jean-Marie Denoix

Equine Pelvis Problems: Clinical & Ultrasonographic Diagnosis, Treatment & Expected Outcomes EQ21 Jean-Marie Denoix

Equine Shoulder Problems: Imaging Diagnosis, Treatment & Shoeing Expected Outcomes EQ19 Jean-Marie Denoix

Equine Stifle Diseases: Radiographic & Ultrasonographic Diagnosis, Treatment & Expected Outcomes EQ20 Jean-Marie Denoix

Intravenous Anesthesia of the Horse EQ02 John Hubbell

Local Blocks for Equine Surgery EQ03 John Hubbell

Standing Chemical Restraint of the Horse EQ01 John Hubbell

Systemic Pain Therapy in the Horse EQ04 John Hubbell

Gastric Ulcers: Making the Most of Your Diagnostics & Treatment EQ17 Jamie Kopper

Power Hour: Practical Fluid Therapy for the Field - Common Equine Case-based Discussion EQ14P Jamie Koppe, Peter Morresey

Probiotics: What's the Evidence?

EQ15 Jamie Kopper

Strategic Deworming: Benefits for Your Practice & Patients - Inflammatory Bowel Disease EQ16 Jamie Kopper

Chronic Ill Thrift: What to Look For EQ45 Peter Morresey

Crash Neuro for Neophytes EQ44 Peter Morresey

Infectious Diseases of the Neonatal & Juvenile Foal EQ43 Peter Morresey

Pointers on the Peripartum Mare & Neonatal Foal EQ42 Peter Morresey

Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) & Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD): Do Horses Get Renal Disease?

EQ12 Harold Schott

Pars Pituitary Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID): Practical Long-term Management of Affected Equids EQ11 Harold Schott

Pars Pituitary Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID): Should I Test/Treat?

EQ10 Harold Schott

Red Urine: Some Problems You May Have Never Seen!

EQ13 Harold Schott

Medicine News Hour: Top 10 New Papers in Equine Medicine EQ48 Chris Sanchez

Ocular Manifestations of Systemic Disease EQ46 Chris Sanchez

Power Hour: Pain Management in Horses - A Case-based Approach EQ05P Peter Morresey, Chris Sanchez

Pneumonia, Asthma, or Both: How Do You Tell?

EQ47 Chris Sanchez

DERMATOLOGY

GASTROENTEROLOGY/ RESPIRATORY/ SURGERY-GENERAL

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18

INTERNAL MEDICINE/ NEUROLOGY/ PARASITOLOGY/ PREVENTIVE MEDICINE IMAGING/ LAMENESS/ PRE-PURCHASE EXAM

LAMENESS

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19 ANESTHESIA/ PAIN MANAGEMENT

GASTROENTEROLOGY

INTERNAL MEDICINE/ NEUROLOGY/ PEDIATRICS

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20 ENDOCRINOLOGY/ NEPHROLOGY/UROLOGY

OPHTHALMOLOGY/ PAIN MANAGEMENT/ RESPIRATORY

-Power Hour

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FOOD ANIMAL

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17

Best Management Practices for Parasite Control in Beef Cattle: Thinking Beyond Dewormers FA15 Christine Navarre

Getting Beef Cattle Producers Disaster Ready FA16 Christine Navarre

Herd Health Programs: Much More Than Vaccinations I FA13 Christine Navarre

Herd Health Programs: Much More Than Vaccinations II FA14 Christine Navarre

An Update on Technology for Veterinarians & Producers to Improve Beef Cattle Health & Performance FA17 Daniel Thomson

Applied Nutrition for Beef Cattle: Beyond Ration Balancing FA19 Daniel Thomson

Cattle Working Facilities & Cattle Behavior FA20 Daniel Thomson

Managing Calves: The First 30 Days on Feed FA18 Daniel Thomson

Bovine Trichomoniasis Control Programs in Texas FA10 Thomas Hairgrove

Cerebellar Abiotrophy: A Case Study FA12 Thomas Hairgrove

EHD Seroprevalence in Texas Beef Cattle FA09 Thomas Hairgrove

Review of Study to Determine Seroprevalence & Spatial Distribution of Bovine Anaplasmosis in Texas & The Role of the Winter Tick in Transmission FA11 Thomas Hairgrove

Reproduction on the Dairy: The Good & Bad FA31 Scott Poock

Reproduction on the Dairy: What Is New? FA32 Scott Poock

Transition Cow Management: The Good & Bad FA29 Scott Poock

Transition Cow Management: What Is New? FA30 Scott Poock

Economic Justification of RBSE FA46 Cleon Kimberlin

Ewe & Lamb Management FA47 Cleon Kimberlin

Ram Breeding Soundness Examinations (RBSE) FA45 Cleon Kimberlin

Sheep Predation FA48 Cleon Kimberlin

Acute Anemia in Adult Ruminants FA52 Steven Parish

Range Fire Injuries in Ruminants: Triage of Injured Animals FA49 Steven Parish

Red Urine in Ruminants FA51 Steven Parish

Respiratory Distress in Adult Beef Cattle FA50 Steven Parish

Assessment & Impacts of Newborn Beef Calf Vigor FA26 Elizabeth Homerosky

Clinical Indicators of Acidemia & Other Abnormal Blood Parameters in Newborn Beef Calves FA25 Elizabeth Homerosky

Neonatal Calf Diarrhea: How to Prevent $h!t from Hitting the Fan FA27 Elizabeth Homerosky

You Are What You Eat: Cow-Calf Mineralrelated Disease Outbreaks FA28 Elizabeth Homerosky

DAIRY

Consulting in International Dairies: China FA36 Earl Aalseth

Fresh Cow Management & Developing Value Added Actions with Dairy Clients FA33 Earl Aalseth

Intervention of Management in Reproduction FA35 Earl Aalseth

Management of Udder Health FA34 Earl Aalseth

SMALL RUMINANT

Achieving Vaginal Deliveries for Difficult Sheep & Goat Dystocias FA54 Joan Bowen

Neonatal Lamb & Kid Care FA55 Joan Bowen

Surprising Diagnoses Revealed at Necropsy FA56 Joan Bowen

Treatment & Prevention of Pregnancy Toxemia in Sheep & Goats FA53 Joan Bowen

THERIOGENOLOGY

Approach to Intersex Cases in Livestock FA57 Brett McNabb

Beef Cattle Case Discussions FA58 Brett McNabb

Sheep Case Discussions I FA59 Brett McNabb

Sheep Case Discussions II FA60 Brett McNabb

Biological Risk Management for Cattle Producers FA06 Brian Vander Ley

Maximizing Immunity in Cattle FA07 Brian Vander Ley

Moving Beyond Bugs & Drugs: Why Cattle Get Sick in an Era of Technology FA05 Brian Vander Ley

Practical Tools to Measure & Manage Cattle Health FA08 Brian Vander Ley

Common Myths in Treating Calf Diarrhea FA24 Geoffrey Smith

Managing Cryptosporidiosis in Calves FA23 Geoffrey Smith

Nutritional Diseases of Calves FA21 Geoffrey Smith

Septicemia & Meningitis of Calves FA22 Geoffrey Smith

Comparison of Winter Supplements in Beef Cows During Late Gestation FA44 Robert Sager

Endotoxins vs Exotoxins FA43 Steven Foulke

Jumping to Conclusions: Critical Reading of Papers FA38 Steven Foulke

Mycoplasma: What Do We Know?

FA37 Steven Foulke

Day-to-Day Animal Wellbeing & Welfare in the Feedyard FA42 Tom Portillo

Excell at Pen Riding to Identify Sick Cattle FA40 Tom Portillo

Feedlot Case Identification FA39 Tom Portillo

Feddlot Digestion Issues FA41 Tom Portillo

COW-CALF

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18 BOVINE-GENERAL

DAIRY

SMALL RUMINANT

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19 COW-CALF

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20 BOVINE-GENERAL

COW-CALF COW-CALF/ DAIRY FEEDLOT/STOCKER

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PRACTICE MANAGEMENT

 TUESDAY–THURSDAY, MARCH 6–8

PRACTICE MANAGEMENT

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17 ENTRANCE & EXIT STRATEGIES/ HUMAN RESOURCES

Build a Practice Millennials Will Buy PM06 Joe Stephenson

Buying Your Second Practice PM07P Jim Stephenson, Joe Stephenson

Creating Careers for Associates, Not Just Jobs PM14 Peter Weinstein

Client Engagement: Full Circle Communications Plan PM38 Bill Schroeder

Improving Compliance Through Technology PM37 Bill Schroeder

Marketing Power Hour PM40P Robert Sanchez, Stacee Santi, Bill Schroeder

Reputation Management: A Lesson from Online Reviews PM39 Bill Schroeder

Make an Extra Million PM45P Jim Stephenson, Joe Stephenson

Operations Power Hour PM47P Karen Felsted, Peter Weinstein

Private Practice in the Shadow of Corporate Consolidation PM46 Jim Stephenson

Secrets from Consolidators That Can Help Your Practice PM48 Peter Weinstein

Buying a Practice: Avoid These Fatal Mistakes PM08 Karen Felsted

Local SEO in 2019: Google Changed Everything PM28 Robert Sanchez

Story Telling in Web Design PM29 Robert Sanchez

Veterinary Practices: Who Is Buying/Selling?

PM09 David McCormick

Current Strategies for Employee Motivation & Engagement PM17 Amanda Donnelly

How to Manage Team Conflict PM16 Amanda Donnelly

Human Resources Power Hour PM15P Amanda Donnelly, Heather Romano

Team Pay: Show Me the Money!

PM18 Heather Romano

MARKETING/ PRACTICE OPERATIONS

Answers to Your Questions On Veterinary Financing PM54 David McCormick

Communications: The Most Rewarding Part of Your Day PM51 Amanda Donnelly

Rewards of Reward Programs PM42 Stacee Santi

The Psychology of the Buyer’s Journey PM41 Robert Sanchez

PRACTICE OPERATIONS

Managers: How to Work with "Pesky" Owners PM53 David McCormick

Metrics to Strategies: Increasing Revenue PM49 Karen Felsted

Metrics to Strategies: Increasing Team Productivity PM50 Karen Felsted

Practice Management 101 - Knowing the Basics PM52 David McCormick

Financial Statements: The 3 Numbers That Really Matter PM01 Tera Latham Nance

Managing Cash Flow PM02 Tera Latham Nance

Negotiating with Corporate Buyers PM11P Charlotte Lacroix, David McCormick

Successful Practice Transitions: When & How Buyers & Sellers Should Prepare PM10P Jason Castner, Ed Guiducci

Green Building for Animal Care Facilities I PM12 Scott Learned

Green Building for Animal Care Facilities II PM13 Scott Learned

Instagram for Your Veterinary Practice PM30 Eric Garcia

Major Facebook Updates for 2019 PM31 Eric Garcia

5 Biggest Legal Mistakes in Veterinary Practice PM32 Ed Guiducci

Hiring, Firing & Retaining Staff PM34 Ed Guiducci

Recruitment Strategies for 2019 PM19 Louise Dunn

Veterinary Practice Ownership Agreements: Why Are They Important?

PM33 Ed Guiducci

How to #Unplug PM57 Eric Garcia

Strategic Decision Making Made Easy PM56 Louise Dunn

Streamline Your Marketing Efforts PM43P Louise Dunn, Eric Garcia

Workplace Productivity Killers PM55 Louise Dunn

Everything Counts! Practice Financial Statements & More!

PM04 Camala Bailey

Internal Controls: An Ounce of Prevention PM03 Jason Castner

Maximizing Profitability: How to Set Your Fees PM59 Kirk Eddleman

The 3 Profits of a Practice: Clearing Up the Confusion PM05 Camala Bailey

Accountability: Rewards & Consequences for Behavior PM21 Kellie Olah

Behaviors & Communications: Why Employees Are Like a Box of Chocolates PM23 Camala Bailey

Conversation About Compensation PM22 Camala Bailey

Employee Manual Snafus PM20 Kellie Olah

Negotiating Your Employment Contract from a Corporate Consolidator I PM26 Charlotte Lacroix

Negotiating Your Employment Contract from a Corporate Consolidator II PM27 Charlotte Lacroix

Jerks Anonymous PM25 Cyndie Courtney

Preventing Workplace Violence PM24 Cyndie Courtney

Case for Plain English PM35 John Owens

Conversation About Inventory PM58 Camala Bailey

How to Grow Your Practice: Client Loyalty PM60 Kirk Eddleman

Legal issues Concerning Pet Ownership PM36 John Owens

MARKETING

PRACTICE OPERATIONS

Taking the Pulse of Your Practice PM44 Peter Weinstein

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18 ENTRANCE & EXIT STRATEGIES/ INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

HUMAN RESOURCES

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19 ACCOUNTING & FINANCE/ ENTRANCE & EXIT STRATEGIES HOSPITAL DESIGN/ INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY HUMAN RESOURCES/ LEGAL ISSUES MARKETING/ PRACTICE OPERATIONS

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20 ACCOUNTING & FINANCE

HUMAN RESOURCES

LEGAL ISSUES/ PRACTICE OPERATIONS

-Power Hour

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VETERINARY TECHNICIAN

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17 COMMUNICATIONS/ EMERGENCY & CRITICAL CARE/ PHARMACOLOGY/ PRACTICE OPERATIONS

LARGE ANIMAL

NUTRITION

Direct & Compassionate Communication VT31 Megan Brashear

Emergency Anesthesia in the Cardiac Patient VT29 Megan Brashear

Pharmacology of Cardiac Medications VT30 Megan Brashear

The Treatment Room is Not the Supreme Court VT32 Megan Brashear

Ergonomics in the Equine Clinic VT37 Sue Loly

Large Animal Sling Safety VT38 Sue Loly

Nursing an Acute Equine Colitis VT40 Sue Loly

Thinking Outside the Box: Techniques for Active Box Rest VT39 Sue Loly

Feeding Puzzles VT42 Ann Wortinger

Nutrition Myths VT41 Ann Wortinger

Rabies: How Scared Should You Be? VT44 Ann Wortinger

Two Weeks to Recovery: Dusty's Post Arrest Story VT43 Ann Wortinger

Anesthesia & Analgesia Case Studies VT01 Tasha McNerny

Anesthesia for the Dentistry Patient VT04 Tasha McNerny

Hypothermia During the Intra-operative & Post-operative Periods VT02 Tasha McNerny

Understanding Capnography VT03 Tasha McNerny

Body Cavity Centesis: A Review of Abdominocentesis, Thoracocentesis & Pericardiocentesis VT09 H. Edward Durham

Cardiac Emergencies: Failure of Plumbing & Electrical Systems VT10 H. Edward Durham

Emergency Management of Arrhythmias VT11 H. Edward Durham

What Do I Do with My Tech License?

Veterinary Technology as a Career VT12 H. Edward Durham

Becoming a Dental Concierge VT15 Candice Hoerner

Dirty Mouth? Clean It Up! A Complete Periodontal Cleaning VT14 Candice Hoerner

Interactive Dental Case Presentations VT16 Candice Hoerner

Say Ahhhh! Oral Examination & Charting VT13 Candice Hoerner

Diabetic Cats: Not Small Diabetic Dogs!!

VT25 Rachel Poulin

Leptospirosis VT27 Rachel Poulin

Pancreatitis VT28 Rachel Poulin

Teaching Diabetic Management to the Pet Owner VT26 Rachel Poulin

Evidence-based CPR: The RECOVER Guidelines VT20 Kenichiro Yagi

Just Breathe: Respiratory Emergencies VT17 Kenichiro Yagi

Shock Has Two Faces: RBCs & Anemia VT19 Kenichiro Yagi

Shock Has Two Faces: The Keys to Perfusion VT18 Kenichiro Yagi

AKI: Nursing Management & Care of the Renal Patient VT22 Courtney Waxman

Anaphylaxis in Small Animals VT23 Courtney Waxman

Multi-parameter Monitoring: The Technician’s Tools VT24 Courtney Waxman

The Veterinary Nurse’s Critical Patient Checklist VT21 Courtney Waxman

Management of Orphaned Puppies & Kittens VT47 Erin Spencer

Pediatric Lab vs Adult Yorkie: Same Size Different Physiology!

VT48 Erin Spencer

Physiologic Considerations in Pediatric Anesthesia & Analgesia VT46 Erin Spencer

The Hypos: Common Pediatric Emergencies VT45 Erin Spencer

A Crowd of One: Real Talk about Depression& Suicide VT51 Beckie Mossor

Decision Fatigue VT49 Beckie Mossor

Ethics for Veterinary Nurses & Technicians VT52 Beckie Mossor

Work/Life Balance VT50 Beckie Mossor

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18 ANESTHESIA CARDIOLOGY/ PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DENTISTRY

ENDOCRINOLOGY

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19 EMERGENCY & CRITICAL CARE

PEDIATRICS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20 BEHAVIOR

Behavior Is as Simple as A, B, C! The Behavior Analysis Model VT05 Monique Feyrecilde

Bites & Scratches & Bruises, Oh My! Safer Handling Techniques for Patients VT06 Monique Feyrecilde

Make Fear Free a Win-Win: Happy Visits & Victory Visits VT08 Monique Feyrecilde

What's All the FAS About? Fear Free VT07 Monique Feyrecilde

INTERNAL MEDICINE

Keeping You & Your Patient Safe: Zoonotic Diseases VT35 Ashley DiPrete

Myasthenia Gravis VT36 Ashley DiPrete

The Wonderful Thing About Liver: Liver Disease & Blood Interpretations VT33 Ashley DiPrete

What in the Liver: Common Abnormalities in Liver Chemistries VT34 Ashley DiPrete

Feline Pain Management: Using Physical Rehabilitation Treatments & Modalities VT56 Kristen Hagler

Fitness Programs: Rehab Isn’t Just Surgical Recovery VT54 Kristen Hagler

Technician Orthopedic Evaluations & Common Conditions VT53 Kristen Hagler

TPLO: Designing a Rehabilitation Protocol in General Practice VT55 Kristen Hagler

Canine Elbow Dysplasia VT59 Heidi Reuss-Lamky

Hypothermia: What’s the Hype?

VT57 Heidi Reuss-Lamky

Perioperative Surgical Patient Care: Honoring the Bond VT60 Heidi Reuss-Lamky

So Rad! Positioning for Safety & Success in the Radiology Suite!!

VT58 Heidi Reuss-Lamky

REHABILITATION

SURGERY

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INDUSTRY SEMINARS

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Industry lunches are available 12:30-1:20p Monday - Wednesday. PM refresh are available 4:00-4:50p Monday - Tuesday. Seating is limited and available on a �rst-come, �rst-served basis.

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LEARNING

LOUNGE

WVC is proud to present fast-paced Learning Lounge presentations conveniently located in the Exhibit Hall. These bite-sized, intimate sessions allow you to learn the latest innovations from a wide variety of companies. Sessions begin at 9:00a, Monday-Wednesday. Each session is followed by a short Q&A. These 20-minute sessions take place in a handy WiFi accessible zone.

Food & Beverage, Vet Detective Drawing, & Giveaways

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SPEAKERS

HANDS-ON LABS Put Perfection into Your Practice

Practice truly does make perfect, and there is no better place to practice and perfect new veterinary procedures than WVC’s Annual Conference, which o�ers unrivaled access to interactive learning opportunities at the state-of-theart Oquendo Center. From innovative surgical advancements to time- and life-saving medical techniques, WVC’s comprehensive o�ering of hands-on labs and practical, clinical and knowledge-based learning opportunities provides you the unprecedented opportunity to learn from leading experts in the �eld and walk away with knowledge you can use and the con�dence to take your veterinary practice to the next level.

Topic

Title

Session #

Time

Audience

Speaker(s)

Fee

CE

Hours

Sponsor(s)

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 16 SURGERYGENERAL

Soft Issue Surgery II: Ears, Esophagus, Chest Tube & Perineum

HO24 7:30a-4:30p

Chris Gauthier, Howard Seim

$825 8

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17 EMERGENCY & CRITICAL CARE FELINE MEDICINE

RECOVER CPR Basic & Advanced Life Support Rescuer Certification

HO04 7:30-11:30a

New & Innovative Tools & Techniques in Feline Medicine

HO15 7:30-11:30a

Daniel Fletcher, Kenichiro Yagi, $195 Courtney Waxman Susan Little, Craig Webb

4

$475 4

HENRY SCHEIN ANIMAL HEALTH, JORGENSEN LABORATORIES MILA FUJIFILM SONOSITE, INC, JORGENSEN LABORATORIES, SCIL, UNIVERSAL IMAGING, VCA/ANTECH DIAGNOSTICS/ SOUND, ZOETIS FUJIFILM SONOSITE, INC, JORGENSEN LABORATORIES, SCIL, UNIVERSAL IMAGING, VCA/ANTECH DIAGNOSTICS/ SOUND, ZOETIS

HO17 7:30-11:30a

Robert Cole, Maria Evola, Jay Griffin, Chelsea Kunst, Nathan Nelson, Rachel Policelli, $675 Erin Porter, David Szabo

4

Ultrasounding the Small Organs in Dogs & Cats: Advanced Techniques in Abdominal Ultrasound

HO20

Robert Cole, Maria Evola, Jay Griffin, Chelsea Kunst, Nathan Nelson, Rachel Policelli, $675 Erin Porter, David Szabo

4

Equine Lameness Lab

HO02 7:30a-4:30p

OPHTHALMOLOGY

Updating Your Ocular Surgical Techniques for the Primary Care Practitioner

HO28 7:30-11:30a

Reuben Merideth, Rustin Sturgeon, $600 Neal Wasserman

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ETHICON, EYE CARE FOR ANIMALS, SURGITEL

OPHTHALMOLOGY

Updating Your Ocular Surgical Techniques for the Primary Care Practitioner

HO30

Reuben Merideth, Rustin Sturgeon, $600 Neal Wasserman

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ETHICON, EYE CARE FOR ANIMALS, SURGITEL

Extracapsular CrCL Repair & Meniscal Treatment

HO26 7:30a-4:30p

IMAGINGULTRASOUND

Ultrasounding the Large Organs in Dogs & Cats: Routine Techniques in Abdominal Ultrasound

IMAGINGULTRASOUND

LAMENESS

SURGERYORTHOPEDIC

1:30-5:30p

1:30-5:30p

Kent Allen, Jean-Marie Denoix

$525 8

Brian Beale, Kenneth Bruecker, David Dycus, Steven Petersen

$825 8

INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF EQUINE LOCOMOTOR PATHOLOGY

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18 DENTISTRY

Canine Extractions Made Easier

HO10

1:50-5:30p

Brook Niemiec

$475 4

DENTISTRY

Feline Extractions Made Easier

HO09 7:30-11:30a

Brook Niemiec

$475 4

RECOVER CPR: Basic & Advanced Life Support Instructor Certifications

HO05 7:30a-4:30p

EMERGENCY & CRITICAL CARE

30

Daniel Fletcher, Kenichiro Yagi, $325 Courtney Waxman

Program subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit wvc.org.

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DENTALAIRE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL, IM3, MIDMARK, SURGITEL DENTALAIRE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL, IM3, MIDMARK, SURGITEL HENRY SCHEIN ANIMAL HEALTH, JORGENSEN LABORATORIES

HANDS-0N LABS Topic

Title

Session #

Time

Audience

Speaker(s)

Fee

CE

Sponsor(s)

4

FUJIFILM SONOSITE, INC, JORGENSEN LABORATORIES, SCIL, UNIVERSAL IMAGING, VCA/ANTECH DIAGNOSTICS/ SOUND, ZOETIS

4

FUJIFILM SONOSITE, INC, JORGENSEN LABORATORIES, SCIL, UNIVERSAL IMAGING, VCA/ANTECH DIAGNOSTICS/ SOUND, ZOETIS

Hours

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18 (CONTINUED) HO18 7:30-11:30a

Clifford (Kip) Berry, Maria Evola, Robert Cole, Chelsea Kunst, Nathan Nelson, Rachel Policelli, $675 Erin Porter, David Szabo

Ultrasounding the Large Organs in Dogs & Cats: Routine Techniques in Abdominal Ultrasound

HO19

Clifford (Kip) Berry, Maria Evola, Jay Griffin, Chelsea Kunst, Nathan Nelson, Rachel Policelli, $675 Erin Porter, David Szabo

Key to Successful Treatment of Patellar Luxation in Small & Large Breed Dogs

HO27 7:30a-4:30p

Brian Beale, Kenneth Bruecker, David Dycus, Steven Petersen

$825 8

IMAGINGULTRASOUND

Ultrasounding the Large Organs in Dogs & Cats: Routine Techniques in Abdominal Ultrasound

IMAGINGULTRASOUND

SURGERYORTHOPEDIC

1:30-5:30p

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19 DENTISTRY

Canine Extraction Lab & Regional Nerve Blocks

HO07 7:30-11:30a

Barden Greenfield, Christopher Snyder, Kevin Stepaniuk

$475 4

DENTALAIRE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL, IM3, MIDMARK, SURGITEL

DENTISTRY

Feline Extraction Lab & Regional Nerve Blocks

HO08

1:30-5:30p

Barden Greenfield, Christopher Snyder, Kevin Stepaniuk

$475 4

DENTALAIRE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL, IM3, MIDMARK, SURGITEL

DENTISTRY

Honing Advanced Skills in Veterinary Dentistry for Technicians

HO11

1:30-5:30p

Candice Hoerner

$350 4

4

FUJIFILM SONOSITE, INC, JORGENSEN LABORATORIES, SCIL, UNIVERSAL IMAGING, VCA/ANTECH DIAGNOSTICS/ SOUND, ZOETIS

Clifford (Kip) Berry, Robert Cole, Maria Evola, Jay Griffin, Nathan Nelson, Rachel Policelli, $675 Erin Porter, David Szabo

4

FUJIFILM SONOSITE, INC, JORGENSEN LABORATORIES, SCIL, UNIVERSAL IMAGING, VCA/ANTECH DIAGNOSTICS/ SOUND, ZOETIS

Signe Beebe, Michelle Schraeder $475

4

IMAGINGULTRASOUND

Small Animal Abdominal Ultrasound for Technicians

1:30-5:30p

Jay Griffin, Chelsea Kunst, Nathan $350 Nelson, Maria Evola

IMAGINGULTRASOUND

Ultrasounding the Small Organs in Dogs & Cats: Advanced Techniques in Abdominal HO21 7:30-11:30a Ultrasound

INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE

Introduction to Acupuncture in Companion HO13 7:30-11:30a Animals

SURGERYGENERAL

Soft Tissue Surgery I: Throat, Abdominal & HO23 7:30a-4:30p Anal Sacculectomy Procedures

HO22

Chris Gauthier, Howard Seim

$825 8

Barden Greenfield, Christopher Snyder, Kevin Stepaniuk

$475 4

DENTALAIRE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL, IM3, MIDMARK, SURGITEL

Barden Greenfield, Kevin Stepaniuk

$475 4

DENTALAIRE PRODUCTS INTERNATIONAL, IM3, MIDMARK, SURGITEL

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20 DENTISTRY

Canine Extraction Lab & Regional Nerve Blocks

HO06 7:30-11:30a

DENTISTRY

Feline Extraction Lab & Regional Nerve Blocks

HO33

Upper GI Endoscopy Lab

HO14 7:30-11:30a

Frederic Gaschen, Joerg Steiner, $550 David Twedt

4

JORGENSEN LABORATORIES, KARL STORZ VETERINARY, ZOETIS

Intra-acticular Treatment of Osteoarthritis in the Canine

HO12

Debra Canapp, Sherman Canapp $550

4

COMPANION ANIMAL HEALTH

BY LITECURE, EVEROST

Lateral Stabilization of Cranial Cruciate Ligament

HO34 7:30-11:30a

ENDOSCOPY

SURGERY

SURGERYORTHOPEDIC

1:30-5:30p

1:30-5:30p

TBA

$600 4

Everost

Program subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit wvc.org.

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Credelio™ (lotilaner) Chewable Tablets For oral use in dogs Caution: Federal (USA) law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian.

Before using Credelio, please consult the product insert, a summary of which follows: Indications: CREDELIO kills adult fleas and is indicated for the treatment of flea infestations (Ctenocephalides felis) and the treatment and control of tick infestations [Amblyomma americanum (lone star tick), Dermacentor variabilis (American dog tick), Ixodes scapularis (black-legged tick) and Rhipicephalus sanguineus (brown dog tick)] for one month in dogs and puppies 8 weeks of age and older, and weighing 4.4 pounds or greater.

Dosage and Administration: CREDELIO is given orally once a month, at the minimum dosage of 9 mg/lb (20 mg/kg). See product insert for complete dosing and administration information.

Contraindications: There are no known contraindications for the use of CREDELIO. Warnings: Not for human use. Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children.

Precautions: The safe use of CREDELIO in breeding, pregnant or lactating dogs has not been evaluated. Use with caution in dogs with a history of seizures (see Adverse Reactions).

Adverse Reactions: In a well-controlled U.S. field study, which included 284 dogs (198 dogs treated with CREDELIO and 86 dogs treated with an oral active control), there were no serious adverse reactions.

Over the 90-day study period, all observations of potential adverse reactions were recorded. Reactions that occurred at an incidence of 1% or greater are presented in the following table.

Dogs with Adverse Reactions in the Field Study Adverse CREDELIO Group: Active Control Group: Reaction (AR) Number (and Percent) Number (and Percent) of Dogs with the AR of Dogs with the AR (n=198) (n=86) Weight Loss 3 (1.5%) 2 (2.3%) Elevated Blood Urea Nitrogen (BUN) 2 (1.0%)* 0 (0.0%) Polyuria 2 (1.0%)* 0 (0.0%) Diarrhea 2 (1.0%) 2 (2.3%) *Two geriatric dogs developed mildly elevated BUN (34 to 54 mg/dL; reference range: 6 to 31 mg/dL) during the study. One of these dogs also developed polyuria and a mildly elevated potassium (6.5 mEq/L; reference range: 3.6 to 5.5 mEq/L) and phosphorous (6.4 mg/dL; reference range: 2.5 to 6.0 mg/dL). The other dog also developed a mildly elevated creatinine (1.7 to 2.0 mg/dL; reference range: 0.5 to 1.6 mg/dL) and weight loss.

In addition, one dog experienced intermittent head tremors within 1.5 hours of administration of vaccines, an ear cleaning performed by the owner, and its first dose of CREDELIO. The head tremors resolved within 24 hours without treatment. The owner elected to withdraw the dog from the study.

In an Australian field study, one dog with a history of seizures experienced seizure activity (tremors and glazed eyes) six days after receiving CREDELIO. The dog recovered without treatment and completed the study. In the U.S. field study, two dogs with a history of seizures received CREDELIO and experienced no seizures throughout the study.

In three well-controlled European field studies and one U.S. laboratory study, seven dogs experienced episodes of vomiting and four dogs experienced episodes of diarrhea between 6 hours and 3 days after receiving CREDELIO. To report suspected adverse events, for technical assistance or to obtain a copy of the Safety Data Sheet (SDS), contact Elanco US, Inc. at 1-888-545-5973. For additional information about adverse drug experience reporting for animal drugs, contact FDA at 1-888-FDA-VETS or http://www.fda.gov/AnimalVeterinary/SafetyHealth.

Effectiveness: In well-controlled European laboratory studies, CREDELIO began to kill fleas four hours after administration or infestation, with greater than 99% of fleas killed within eight hours after administration or infestation for 35 days. In a well-controlled U.S. laboratory study, CREDELIO demonstrated 100% effectiveness against adult fleas 12 hours after administration or infestation for 35 days.

In a 90-day well-controlled U.S. field study conducted in households with existing flea infestations of varying severity, the effectiveness of CREDELIO against fleas on Days 30, 60 and 90 compared to baseline was 99.5%,100% and 100%, respectively. Dogs with signs of flea allergy dermatitis showed improvement in erythema, papules, scaling, alopecia, dermatitis/ pyodermatitis and pruritus as a direct result of eliminating fleas.

In well-controlled laboratory studies, CREDELIO demonstrated > 97% effectiveness against Amblyomma americanum, Dermacentor variabilis, Ixodes scapularis and Rhipicephalus sanguineus ticks 48 hours after administration or infestation for 30 days. In a well-controlled European laboratory study, CREDELIO started killing Ixodes ricinus ticks within four hours after administration.

Storage Information: Store at 15-25°C (59 -77°F), excursions permitted between 5 to 40°C (41 to 104°F).

How Supplied: CREDELIO is available in five chewable tablet sizes for use in dogs: 56.25, 112.5, 225, 450, and 900 mg lotilaner. Each chewable tablet size is available in color-coded packages of 1 or 6 chewable tablets.

NADA #141-494, Approved by the FDA Manufactured for: Elanco US Inc Greenfield, IN 46140 USA Credelio.com Credelio, Elanco and the diagonal bar logo are trademarks of Eli Lilly and Company or its affiliates.

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WORKSHOPS

SPEAKERS

WORKSHOPS

If focused, small group learning is what your are looking for, enroll in a workshop today. Workshops are an opportunity to enjoy an active learning experience focused on a topic of keen interest to the success of your practice or the wellbeing of your patients.

These expert led sessions will allow you to interact with other participants and discuss the latest trends in business, problem solve medical challenges, or suggest concepts to implement immediately upon your return to the practice.

Speaker(s)

Fee

CE Hours

2:00-3:50p

Mark Russak

$35

2

WS02

4:00-5:50p

Karen Purves

$35

2

WS13

2:00-5:50p

Brook Niemiec

$55

4

Discover & Tame Your Inner Critic I

WS03

7:30-9:20a

Kimberly Pope-Robinson

$35

2

Discover & Tame Your Inner Critic II

WS04

10:30a-12:20p

Kimberly Pope-Robinson

$35

2

Modernize Communication Strategies for Your Clients & Your Team

WS05

2:00-3:50p

Stacee Santi

$35

2

Hiring Architects, Engineers & Contractors for Animal Care Facilities: Costs, Process & Dirty Little Secrets

WS06

5:00-6:50p

Scott Learned

$35

2

PrideVMC Town Hall/Workshop: Be Your Authentic Self

WS14

10:30a-12:20p

Kara Burns, Ellen Lowery, TBA

$35

2

Feeding Tubes: Use Them!

WS17

2:00-3:50p

Kara Burns, Ann Wortinger

$35

2

New Generation of Culture

WS07

7:30-9:20a

Heather Romano

$35

2

Profit: If You Can't Count It, Is It Real?

WS08

10:30a-12:20p

Jason Castner

$35

2

People & Profits: Better Business Performance

WS09

2:00-3:50p

$35

2

Driving Profits Through Workplace Well-being

WS10

5:00-6:50p

Marianne Mallonee, Josh Vaisman Marianne Mallonee, Josh Vaisman

$35

2

Are You Ready to Take the Step Towards Your Future!

WS15

2:00-6:50p*

Mary Berg, Linda Markland

$45

2

Interpretation of Advanced Electrocardiograms

WS16

10:30a-12:20p

H. Edward Durham

$35

2

Everyday Ethics in Veterinary Medicine

WS11

7:30-9:20a

Robin Brogdon, Shelley Johnson, Linda Markland, Rebecca Owens, John Owens

$35

2

The Road to Success: Reaching Your Practice Potential

WS12

10:30a-12:20p

Kirk Eddleman

$35

2

An Up Close & Personal Look at Intestinal Parasites in Cats & Dogs

WS18

10:30a-12:20p

TBA

$35

2

USDA Accredited Veterinarian's Workshop I

WS19

7:30a-12:20p** 2:00-5:50p

Gary Brickley, TBA

$0

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Title

Session #

Time

Communications in the Exam Room

WS01

Wag More, Bark Less: Reduce Negativity in Your Hospital Dental Radiology Master Class

Level

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20

*Break 4:00-4:50p **Breatk 9:30-10:20a Program subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit wvc.org.

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SPEAKERS

SYMPOSIA

Curated from the innovators in animal healthcare, WVC provides quality Symposia throughout the four day program. Check the Program online for the most recent titles and topics.

Title

*Morning Break 9:30-10:20a **Afternoon Break 4:00-4:50p ***Morning Break 9:30-10:20a, Lunch Break 12:20-2:00p, Afternoon Break 4:00-4:50p ****Morning Break 9:30-10:20a, Lunch Break 12:20-2:00p

Session #

Time

Level

Speaker(s)

Boarding in Your Vet Practice & Facility Flooring

S11

10:30a-12:20p

Jeff Adney, Greg Taylor

Infection Control Symposium

S25

2:00-5:50p

TBA

Innovative Solutions Symposium

S05

2:00-5:50p

Andrea Looney, Chad Johannes, Stanley Marks, Sheila Robertson

Purina速 Pro Plan速 Veterinary Diets Symposium

S09

2:00-5:50p

Marty Becker, Michael Lappin, Ragen McGowen, Jan Suchodolski

Quality Anesthesia Symposium

S13

2:00-5:50p

Lorna Lambert, Nora Matthews, Jo Ann Morrison

IDEXX Diagnostic Innovations for Improved Patient Care

S20

7:30a-12:20p*

Graham Bilbrough, Dennis DeNicola, Michael Dryden, Jennifer Ogeer

Health & Wellbeing Symposium

S14

2:00-5:50p**

Sandra Berberian, Cristin Connor, Abbie Hathaway, Scott Mogren

Health Workplace Culture Initiative

S27

7:30a-12:20p*

Randy Hall

Infectious Disease Symposium

S16

7:30a-6:50p***

Adam Birkenheuer, Leah Cohn, Richard Ford, Brian Herrin, Stephen Jones, Michael Lappin, George Moore, Joel Ray, Jane Sykes,

Infectious Disease: Small Animal

S32

6:00-6:50P

Richard Ford

Nationwide's Annual Veterinary Trends

S08

2:00-3:50p

Kerry O'Hara

IDEXX Skinny Cat Track

S21

2:00-6:50p**

Jennifer Ogeer, J. Catharine ScottMoncrieff, William Saxon

Success Leaves Clues: Opportunities in Practice Ownership

S23

5:00-6:50p

Jessica Trichel, Sarita Vora

Tackling Your Challenges in Veterinary Dermatology Today

S04

7:30a-12:20p*

Karin Beale, Ashley Bourgeouis, Marcus Brown, Alison Diesel

Zoetis Pain Management Symposium

S01

7:30a-12:20p*

Steven Budsberg, Tamara Grubb, Ralph Harvey, Mark Papich, Andre Shih, Chris Smith

Sponsor

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 17

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18

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SYMPOSIA Title

Session #

Time

Level

Speaker(s)

Sponsor

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 18 (CONTINUED) Technician Parasitology Track

S19

7:30a-12:20p

Kara Burns, Janet McConnell, Beckie Mossor, Rebecca Rose

The Future of Animal Welfare

S24

3:00-3:50p

Roger Haston

Managing GI Issues in Cats & Dogs

S28

2:00-6:50p**

TBA

Rehab & Regen for Everyone

S29

7:30a-12:20p*

Jeff Denny, John Godbold, Janice Huntingford, David Mason

Digital Clinic Marketing Symposium

S17

7:30a-12:20p*

Amanda Donnelly, Tracy Dowdy, Drew Eastmead, Eric Garcia

Feline Symposium

S18

2:00-6:50p**

Audra Fenimore, Linda Grace, Bianca Lourenco, Shelly Vaden

Infectious Disease Symposium

S02

7:30a-12:20p*

Steven Carey, Michael Day, Richard Goldstein, George Moore

Innovation for Cats

S03

7:30a-12:20p*

Alison Diesel, Richard Goldstein, Margaret Gruen, Gary Norsworthy

Integrating Supplements

S10

2:00-6:50p**

Sherman Canapp, Christopher Pachel, Jan Suchodolski, Tracy Webb

IVAPM Pain Management Symposium for Veterinarians

S06

7:30a-12:20p*

Mark Epstein

IVAPM Pain Management Symposium for Veterinary Technicians

S07

7:30a-6:20p***

Stephen Cital, Kristen Cooley

Practice Ownership Symposium

S12

2:00-3:50p

Joseph Coury, Mariza Martinez

IDEXX Preventive Care

S22

2:00-6:50p**

Graham Bilbrough, Nancy Drumm, Meryl Littman, Jennifer Ogeer, Fritz Wood

Science of Healthy Animals

S15

7:30a-3:50p****

Jenifer Chatfield, Susan Little, Dan Markwalder, Andy Roark, Scott Stevenson, Elizabeth Strand

Veterinary Technician Diabetes Symposium

S26

10:30a-12:20p

Rachel Poulin

Equine Intra-oral DR: New Innovations

S30

7:30-8:20a

Jon Gieche

S31

7:30a-12:20p

TBA

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 20 Veterinary Staff Roles in Puppy Socialization

Program subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit wvc.org.

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EXHIBIT HALL HAPPENINGS Exhibit Hall Hours

Monday & Tuesday 9:00a-6:00p | Wednesday 9:00a-2:00p

CAT CAFE - Sponsored by KindredBio WVC will introduce a stress-free area on the Exhibitor Floor. Come, immerse yourself in a cuddle zone and take a break from the high paced atmosphere of the Scientific Sessions.

LEARNING LOUNGE

WVC has developed an area dedicated to fast-paced educational sessions. Learning Lounge presentations are conducted on the Exhibit Floor. These quick-�re in-depth sessions allow you to �nd out about the latest developments in the Veterinary world. Meetings begin at 9:00a Monday - Wednesday. Each session is followed by an opportunity to speak with the presenter. While attending the sessions, please take advantage of our convenient Wi-Fi accessible zone.

JOIN US FEB 19

EXHIBIT HALL MIXER

WVC is proud to once again, bring back our Exhibit Hall Mixer for the 5th year. On Tuesday, February 19 from 4:30 - 6:00p. We continue to hear how much participants enjoy opportunities to network. Mix and mingle over beer and wine available for purchase or stop by a participating sponsor to say hello and get a complimentary drink ticket and souvenir.

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Program subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, please visit wvc.org.

MORE TIME TO EXPLORE

MORE EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES WVC is proud to announce that we have arranged the Scientific

For the 2019 Conference, WVC has created two educational areas

our participants more time to visit our robust Exhibit Hall.

Sessions during our three non-educational break times. These two

Schedule to allow for additional breaks. These extra breaks will enable New breaks will happen at 9:30 - 10:30a , 12:30-2:00p during Lunch, and 4:00-4:50p on Monday and Tuesday only.

on the Exhibit Floor. These areas will accommodate our Industry

areas will seat approximately 250 people and will have snack or lunch options available to the participants.

WANT ADS INDUSTRY SEMINARS

Explore the veterinary profession's most pressing topics as addressed by scientific and business experts while you enjoy a complimentary meal or snack. Industry breakfasts are offered Monday - Wednesday at 9:30-10:20a. Industry lunches are available 12:30-1:20p Monday - Wednesday. PM refresh are available 4:00-4:50p Monday - Tuesday. Seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

PROFESSIONAL PHOTOS

Do you need a new picture for your career? Liven up your LinkedIn Image or update your CV. WVC is once again, providing the opportunity to upgrade your professional portrait. Stop by our Want Ads area during the Exhibit Hall open hours to get your complimentary professional photo.

WVC CENTRAL

Learn about all of the educational opportunities that WVC has to offer.

Relax in the lounge and try your luck at winning some great WVC branded swag! WVC is more than just an Annual Conference, take part in our first class education year around.

VET DETECTIVE

Are you a super sleuth? Vet Detective is back in 2019! Download the WVC-Connect app to scan clues throughout the show �oor for your chance to win big. This interactive scavenger hunt could result in you going home with a cash prize.

1st Prize $2,000 2nd Prize $1,000 3rd Prize $500

We have developed a unique area for individuals and organizations to promote jobs, products, and clinics for hire or sale. WVC's Want Ads serve as a valuable resource for your employment needs regardless if you are a job seeker or employer.

FOOD & BEVERAGE

After spending the morning feeding your hunger for knowledge, take some time to feed your body.

Enjoy lunch, visit more than 500 participating companies, and even attend lectures at the Exhibit Hall from 12:30 - 2:00p, Monday through Wednesday.

SPEAKERS

Sunday, Feb 17

Saturday, Feb 16

ACTIVITIES

GRAND CANYON WEST RIM TOUR

LOCATION: Grand Canyon West Rim (Shuttle departs MBCC at 7:15a) TIME: 7:15a–6:00p

200 per person

$

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VEGAS

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RED ROCK HIKING TOUR

BIKE THE RAILS

(Shuttle departs MBCC at 8:00a)

(Shuttle departs MBCC at 9:00a)

LOCATION: Red Rock Canyon

LOCATION: Nevada Southern Railroad Museum

TIME: 8:00a–1:30p

TIME: 9:00a–1:00p

136 per person

90 per person

$

$

ELDORADO CANYON MINE TOUR

RED ROCK HIKING TOUR

(Shuttle departs MBCC at 8:00a)

(Shuttle departs MBCC at 8:00a)

LOCATION: Techatticup Mine

TIME: 8:00a–12:00p

165 per person

$

Monday, Feb 18

EXPERIENCE

COLORADO RIVER CALM WATER RAFTING LOCATION: Colorado River

(Shuttle departs MBCC at 8:30a)

TIME: 8:30a–1:30p

200 per person

$

LOCATION: Red Rock Canyon

TIME: 8:00a–1:30p

136 per person

$

T-MOBILE ARENA/ VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS TOUR LOCATION: T-Mobile Arena

(Shuttle departs MBCC at 10:00a)

TIME 10:00a–12:00p

65 per person

$

BOULDER CITY BREWERY TOUR

LAS VEGAS CULINARY TOUR

(Shuttle departs MBCC at 10:30a)

(Shuttle departs MBCC at 1:00p)

LOCATION: Boulder City

LOCATION: Aria Hotel

TIME: 10:30a–2:30p

TIME: 1:00–4:00p

100 per person

$

172 per person

$

(Optional Drink Package $56)

SPRING MOUNTAIN RANCH & RED ROCK CANYON

VALLEY OF FIRE TOUR LOCATION: Valley of Fire State Park

LOCATION: Red Rock Canyon

(Shuttle departs MBCC at 8:00a)

(Shuttle departs MBCC at 8:00a)

TIME: 8:00a–2:30p

TIME: 8:00a–1:00p

150 per person

$

82 per person

$

LOCATION: El Segundo Sol (Inside Fashion Show Mall)

LOCATION: T-Mobile Arena

(Shuttle departs MBCC at 9:30a)

(Shuttle departs MBCC at 10:00a)

TIME: 9:30a–12:30p

TIME: 10:00a–12:00p

105 per person

65 per person

$

$

DOWNTOWN LAS VEGAS CULINARY TOUR

LAKE MEAD CRUISE & BOULDER CITY BREWERY TOUR

LOCATION: Downtown Las Vegas

LOCATION: Lake Mead, Boulder Dam Brewing Company

(Shuttle departs MBCC at 1:00p)

(Shuttle departs MBCC at 10:30a)

TIME: 1:00–4:00p

TIME: 10:30a–4:30p (Cruise 12:00-1:30p)

$

172 per person

$

160 per person

(Optional Drink Package $50)

VETERINARY TECHNICIAN RECEPTION View page 27 for more details

SPONSORED BY

ALUMNI RECEPTIONS

Tuesday, Feb 19

T-MOBILE ARENA/ VEGAS GOLDEN KNIGHTS TOUR

EL SEGUNDO SOL COOKING CLASS

MONDAY FEBRUARY 18

7:30-9:00p

FREE EVENT

VETERINARY TECHNICIANS ONLY

2 EXTRAORDINARY EVENTS AT

DATE: Monday, February 18 TIME: 7:30–9:30p

MONDAY FEBRUARY 18

Complimentary Event

9:00p-12:00a

$35 $50

Location, date and time may vary depending on school.

View page 29 for more details

EARLY PURCHASE

ONSITE PURCHASE

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February 17-20, 2019 LAS VEGAS, NV

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