June 27-30, 2025
Four Days • 200+ Sessions • In-Person and Virtual Attendance
Two-Day Vet Expo • Networking Opportunities
Hands-on Labs and Symposia
Presented by the California Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA)
Thank you to our premier conference sponsors!
As the President of the California Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA), I am thrilled to personally invite you to the 2025 Pacific Veterinary Conference (PacVet), happening in the vibrant city of Long Beach on June 27–30!
This year’s conference promises an unforgettable experience chockful of learning, connection, and fun! PacVet brings together the brightest veterinary industry leaders, innovators, and enthusiastic veterinary professionals like yourself from across the globe.
At PacVet 2025, you can choose between over 200 CE sessions in a variety of topics, ranging from small animal medicine to avian/ exotics. Additionally, you may participate in illuminating labs and symposia to gain crucial hands-on experience and sharpen your skills. During breaks, you have the unique opportunity to explore the two-day Vet Expo, where you can connect with hundreds of industry representatives as they demo the newest products and services on the market. PacVet also facilitates a variety of lively networking and socializing opportunities, including the Technician Fair, the UC Davis and WesternU alumni receptions, the CVMA Awards Recognition Ceremony, and the President’s Reception. Or, connect directly with fellow attendees through the conference mobile app, which allows you to exchange business cards and schedule your own fun meet-ups.
PacVet 2025 will open with a thought-provoking keynote presentation by the eminent Dr. Gary Weitzman, who will be presenting on “Bridging the Gap: Expanding Access to Care and High-Volume Spay/Neuter.” The president and CEO of the San Diego Humane Society, Dr. Weitzman will explore barriers to veterinary care, the urgent need for high volume spay/neuter programs, and innovative, non-surgical sterilization solutions on the horizon that have the potential to revolutionize our approach to animal population management and welfare.
In addition to the incredible learning and networking opportunities, Long Beach is the perfect coastal setting to relax, recharge, and explore! When you’re not attending the conference, you can take a stroll along the quaint Shoreline Village, board the historic Queen Mary, lounge on the area’s many pristine and sunny beaches, savor a diversity of culinary offerings, and more.
We understand that not everyone can attend in person, so we are delighted to bring back our virtual registration option! Virtual attendees will have access to the Small Animal Medicine and Technician tracks, which will be streamed live from Long Beach. Along with their in-person peers, virtual attendees will be able to interact with speakers in real time and gain the same fantastic CE!
With so much to do and see, PacVet 2025 provides the perfect getaway and opportunity for professional growth. Veterinarians, RVTs, practice managers, hospital staff, and veterinary and RVT students are sure to find the conference enriching, entertaining, and insightful.
I hope to see you in Long Beach this June!
Dr. Jennifer Hawkins
CVMA President
Packet Pick-Up for Pre-Registered Attendees* Thursday, June 26, 2025 4:00–6:00
Vet Expo Open* Saturday, June 28–Sunday, June 29, 2025
CE Sessions Friday, June 27–Monday, June 30, 2025
*Applies to in-person attendees only ±Based on a full conference registration
We are once again excited to offer two options to attend PacVet 2025 to make it accessible for everyone! Attendees may either:
1. Register for in-person PacVet attendance and enjoy all that Long Beach has to offer.
Full in-person conference registration for veterinarians, practice managers, veterinary technicians, and veterinary staff includes:
• Up to 28.5 CEUs across all PacVet tracks
• Admission into the Vet Expo
• Continental breakfast all four days
• Complimentary lunches in the Vet Expo (Saturday and Sunday)
• Complimentary refreshment breaks
• Admission into the Vet Expo Mixer
• Conference bag and goodies
• Access to speaker lecture notes
• Labs, workshops, and symposia*
• Access to special events and networking opportunities
• Rabies titer testing*
• Raffle prizes
• Ability to pre-order PacVet merch*
• Discount practice team registration
• And so much more!
*Must be purchased separately.
2. Register for virtual PacVet attendance, a live and interactive option for those unable to make it in-person. Just like our in-person attendees, you will be able to ask our speakers questions in real-time. Because our virtual sessions are live, they will count towards live/interactive CE instead of self-study CE!
See page 12 for more details on which tracks will be offered virtually.
Full virtual conference registration for veterinarians, practice managers, veterinary technicians, and veterinary staff includes:
• Up to 28.5 CEUs across three live and interactive virtual tracks
• Access to speaker lecture notes
• Live interaction with speakers during Q&A periods
• Connection with other attendees via the PacVet mobile app
• Raffle prizes
• Discount practice team registration
• Free virtual lunch and learn by VISC
In an effort to be environmentally friendly, we are eliminating paper registrations.
Register online at PacVet.net
If you need help with registration, call 800.655.2862 for staff assistance.
Free Breakfast Each Day!
Continental breakfast will be served daily. (Breakfast is for registered attendees only.)
Complimentary Lunch in the Vet Expo—Saturday and Sunday
Explore the latest products and services available in veterinary medicine while enjoying lunch on us! (Lunch is for registered attendees only.)
PacVet Lounge—Saturday and Sunday
Located in the Vet Expo, the PacVet lounge allows attendees to relax, recharge their phones and minds, and chat with colleagues.
CVMA Awards Ceremony, Board Induction, and Presentation of the CVMA’s New Logo
—Friday, 8:00–8:30 AM
We will be kicking off the conference with a celebration of the 2025 CVMA Award recipients and an induction of the new CVMA Board of Governors, led by the CVMA President. Additionally, we will be presenting for the first time the CVMA’s new and improved logo!
Keynote Presentation—Friday, 8:30–9:30 AM
Bridging the Gap: Expanding Access to Care and High-Volume Spay/Neuter Gary Weitzman, DVM, MPH, CAWA
Much of the country is facing a persistent pet overpopulation crisis, with shelters overwhelmed by stray and surrendered animals—and by animals, we mean dogs. While spay/neuter programs have significantly reduced euthanasia rates over the years, limited access to veterinary care and sterilization remains a major obstacle. Many pet owners—especially in underserved communities—struggle to afford or access veterinary care, leading to unplanned litters, overcrowded shelters, disrupted families, and increased euthanasia.
Expanding high-volume spay/neuter services and advancing non-surgical sterilization methods are critical to tackling this challenge. This keynote presentation will explore barriers to veterinary care, the urgent need for high volume spay/neuter programs, and innovative, non-surgical sterilization solutions on the horizon that have the potential to revolutionize our approach to animal population management and welfare. Finally, participants will be shown ways they can help solve the problem facing so many shelters and practices in their states.
CVMA President’s Reception—Friday, 5:15–7:00 PM
All registered attendees are welcome to join the CVMA in welcoming the 2025–2026 CVMA President, Dr. Peter Bowie. Light appetizers will be served.
Vet Expo Mixer—Saturday, 5:15–6:30 PM
Step right up to “Under the Boardwalk,” our carnival-themed Vet Expo Mixer! Give the newest products on the market a whirl, play carnival games, and enjoy a no-host bar and tasty desserts, such as candy apples, cotton candy, and popcorn. If you’re lucky, you might even leave with a raffle prize!
blendVET Pathway Program—Friday
The CVMA is excited to bring blendVET's Pathway Program to PacVet 2025, where local middle and high school students will get the unique opportunity to experience veterinary medicine first-hand! Students will cycle through a variety of veterinary stations, such as surgery, general practice, emergency and critical care, and more, planting the seed for a future in veterinary medicine. PacVet attendees are encouraged to sign up to volunteer at the stations—help us build the next generation of veterinary medicine! Click blendVET Pathway Program under the Special Events tab at PacVet.net for more information and to sign up, or scan the QR code on page 22.
Rabies Titer Testing—Saturday
Selfie Zone in the Vet Expo
Memorialize your time at PacVet 2025 at the Selfie Zone, a carnival-themed photobooth in the Expo Hall. We will have fun props for you to utilize and a boardwalk-inspired backdrop to capture the perfect photo!
Sponsored by VISC
Schedule an appointment to get your rabies and titer tested. Onsite phlebotomists will collect serum samples from previously immunized veterinarians and their staff. Details can be found under the Special Events tab at PacVet.net.
Sponsored by IDEXX
Raffles!—Saturday and Sunday
Don’t miss your chance to win valuable prizes!
Exhibit Hall Carnival Game—Saturday and Sunday
Stop off at all 15 exhibitors participating in a fun, carnival-inspired game, and score your chance to win a special raffle to be held on Sunday!
Student Posters—Saturday and Sunday
Visit UC Davis and WesternU veterinary students in the Expo Hall as they share poster presentations and answer questions about their research.
Alumni Receptions—Sunday, 5:30–7:00 PM
Attend the UC Davis or WesternU reception to mingle with WesternU and UC Davis alumni over appetizers and a no-host bar.
Technician Fair—Sunday, 5:15–6:45 PM
Calling all RVTs and veterinary assistants: connect with your peers and meet industry partners and NAVTA-approved academics and societies while enjoying appetizers, a no-host bar, and raffles!
Sponsored by Hill’s Pet Nutrition, VISC, CVET
Free Screening of Short Film The Dog—Monday, 8:00–8:30 AM
As part of our Wellness track, we are proud to screen The Dog, a powerful short film featuring actress Kate Walsh (Grey’s Anatomy) that follows a sick dog who mysteriously appears in the practice of an overworked veterinarian and tries to negotiate their own death. This impactful film explores the pressure, inner turmoil, burnout, and mental health struggles faced by many veterinary professionals. Following the screening will be a guided panel discussion led by the film’s director, Danielle Baynes, IndeVets' Chief Veterinary Officer and social worker, and more. Content warning: this film contains depictions of depression and suicidal thoughts. Viewer discretion is advised.
Sponsored by IndeVets, California Veterinary Medical Foundation (CVMF)
Long Beach has it all: beautiful, sunny beaches perfect for lounging, exciting cuisine options for both casual and fine dining, stunning natural scenery, enlightening art exhibits and museums, fun shopping districts, and much more! Explore the iconic Queen Mary, go on a deep-sea adventure at the colorful Aquarium of the Pacific, or take a stroll along the stunning waterfront and miles of sandy beaches. The opportunities for fun and relaxation are endless!
This year’s Pacific Veterinary Conference will be held at the beautiful Long Beach Convention Center. Conveniently located in the heart of downtown Long Beach, the Long Beach Convention Center is the prime location to explore the city’s restaurant, shopping, and theater district.
Venue
Long Beach Convention Center
100 South Pine Avenue Long Beach, CA 90802
Host Hotel
The Hyatt Regency Long Beach 200 South Pine Avenue Long Beach, CA 90802
Online Reservations
Visit PacVet.net to make your hotel accommodations or scan the QR code.
Discounted* Room Rate
$255 per night plus tax until June 4, 2025.
*Discounted rate available until the deadline or until the block fills up —whichever comes first.
• Long Beach Airport (LGB) - 10 miles lgb.org
• Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) - 21 miles flylax.com
• John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) - 23 miles ocair.com
Rental Cars
Visit PacVet.net for CVMA member car rental discounts for:
• Alamo, Enterprise, National
• Avis
Discover the Newest Products and Services in Veterinary Medicine!
The Pacific Veterinary Conference’s Vet Expo brings together veterinarians, registered veterinary technicians, practice managers, veterinary assistants, and more with industry leaders demonstrating the newest technology, products, and services in the world of veterinary medicine and animal care. The Vet Expo is the perfect place to learn, network, and shop for new products!
Our industry partners are valued partners of PacVet who help lower conference costs, passing savings onto attendees! Be sure to visit our exhibitors’ booths in the Vet Expo hall and check out their websites at PacVet.net.
Exhibitor list updated as of March 1, 2025.
A&E Medical Systems
Advanced Monitors Corporation
American Regent Animal Health
Antech
Avid Identification Systems, Inc.
Banfield Pet Hospital
BCP Veterinary Pharmacy
Bionote
Boehringer Ingelheim
CAMP LA
Capstone Financial Group
Cardiac Vet, Inc.
CareCredit
Cat and Dog Modern
California Veterinary Medical Reserve Corps (CAVMRC)
ClearRode Financial Group
Curo Pet Care
CVET
Doctor Multimedia
Dragon Veterinary
Edge Life Technologies, LLC
Elanco Animal Health
Epicur Pharma/Stokes Pharmacy
Esaote North America
GeniusVets
GerVetUSA
Golden Hour Veterinary Telemedicine
Golden Pet Rx
Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc.
Honor Pet
HRtoGO
IDEXX
IDEXX Veterinary Software
IndeVets
Jorgensen Laboratories
KARL STORZ Veterinary Endoscopy
Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice
Medi Lazer
Medical Pet Shirts International
mediloupes
Merck Animal Health
Mg Biologics
MiDOG Animal Diagnostics
Mixlab Pharmacy
Mobile Animal CT
Multi Radiance Laser Therapy & WellVu
Thermal Imaging
Nationwide
Nutramax Laboratories Veterinary Sciences, Inc.
Omni Practice Group
Only Cremations and Aquamation for Pets
Pacific Professionals, Inc.
Panacea Financial
PayLo Pro
PetVet Care Centers
Preferred Employers Insurance
Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets
Radiocat
ROSE MICRO SOLUTIONS
Schooley Mitchell
Schultz Technology
Scratch Financial
Sedecal USA, Inc.
Solutions by Design
Soniquence
Talkatoo
Tempus Recruitment
Total Practice Solutions Group
Universal Imaging, Inc.
VARISCO DESIGN BUILD GROUP
VDI Laboratory
Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG)
Vetcor
Veterinary Insurance Services Company (VISC)
VetMatrix
VetMed Solutions
VetriScience
Vets Choice Radiology
WEAVE
West Coast Pet Memorial
Zoetis
Zomedica
Additional speakers are being added. For the most up-to-date list of speakers, sessions, and schedule, visit the CE Program tab at PacVet.net. Speakers are subject to change.
Gary Weitzman, DVM, MPH, CAWA
Dr. Gary Weitzman joined San Diego Humane Society as president and CEO in 2012. A certified animal welfare administrator, he has served as chair of the board of the Association for Animal Welfare Advancement and is currently serving as a board member for California Animal Welfare Association (CalAnimals), Shelter Animals Count, and Mama’s Kitchen, a San Diego nonprofit committed to providing food for people with chronic illnesses. A U.S. Air Force veteran, Dr. Weitzman earned a master’s degree in international public health from Boston University, and his DVM degree from Tufts University’s Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine.
Dentistry (Saturday)
Nadine Fiani, BVSc, DAVDC, FFOMFS, ZWD
• Intraoral Radiology in General Practice: Tips, Tricks, and Systematic Approach to Interpretation
• Logical Approach to Patients Presenting for an Inability to Open the Mouth
• Surgical Principles of Oral Dental Extractions: Tooth Extraction Principles and Common Complications
• Feline Chronic Gingivostomatitis: Etiology, Clinical Signs, Diagnostics, Treatment, and Updates on Current Research
• Tooth Resorption in Cats and Dogs: Etiology, Clinical and Radiographic Signs, and Treatment
• Oral Oncology: Common Oral Tumors in Cats and Dogs, and a Practical Approach to Diagnosis
Dr. Nadine Fiani is an associate clinical professor of dentistry and oral surgery at Cornell University. She is a founding fellow of the American Veterinary Dental College’s Oral and Maxillofacial Fellowship program. Her areas of interest focus on clinical education, endodontics, zoo, and wildlife dentistry.
Emergency
(Sunday, Monday)
Terence Krentz, DVM, DACVECC
• Fluid Therapy Pearls
• Transfusion Medicine
• Toxicology of the Opiate Epidemic
• Rational Use of Antibiotics
• Gastroprotectant Medications
• Coagulation and Antithrombotic
Dr. Terence Krentz received his DVM degree from Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona. Following veterinary school, Dr. Krentz completed a rotating medicine and surgery internship before completing a three-year residency in emergency and critical care at Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital. He joined SAGE in 2016. Dr. Krentz enjoys the diversity of cases he sees in emergency medicine. Within critical care, he has a particular interest in treating sepsis and polytrauma.
Treatment of Rattlesnake Envenomation (Sunday)
Ken Pawlowski, DVM
• Snakebite Envenomations―They Are Not Just Bad Bee Stings (Part 1): The Who and What
• Snakebite Envenomations―They Are Not Just Bad Bee Stings (Part 2): The How and Why
• Rattlesnake Vaccine: The Good, the Bad, and the Controversy
Dr. Ken Pawlowski graduated from UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, after which he went to work for a relatively new and small practice called VetSmart, which would later become Banfield. After six years as an associate, Dr. Pawlowski and his wife Kristi opened a Banfield hospital in Folsom, California and, five years later, a second one in Lincoln, California. Dr. Pawlowski and Kristi opened Insight Veterinary Wellness Center in El Dorado Hills, California in 2020. Dr. Pawlowski has served as the CVMA President and on the CVMA Board of Governors, House of Delegates, and numerous committees and task forces. He has also served on the American Veterinary Medical Association's (AVMA) Political Action Committee board and Council of Biologic and Therapeutic Agents. Over the years, Dr. Pawlowski has developed a special interest in the treatment of rattlesnake bites and a passion for educating veterinarians in the appropriate treatment of rattlesnake envenomations. He has lectured on this topic at the AVMA and Western Veterinary Conferences.
Cardiology (Monday)
Allison Gagnon, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Cardiology)
• Diagnosis and Management of Heart Disease in Adult Cats
• Approach to Arrhythmia Diagnosis and Treatment
• Approach to Common Cardiac Emergencies
Dr. Allison Gagnon graduated from UC Davis with a DVM degree in 2016. She completed a rotating internship at North Carolina State University in 2017 and a cardiology residency and master's degree at Colorado State University in 2020. She is boardcertified in veterinary cardiology. Dr. Gagnon worked as a lecturer at Cornell University until 2021. She is currently an assistant professor at the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, and her research interests include advanced arrhythmia treatment.
Internal Medicine (Saturday)
Meredith Miller, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM)
• Update on Treatment of Diabetes Mellitus in Dogs
• Insights into Chronic Diarrhea in Dogs
• Clinical Approach to PU/PD
• Clinical Approach to Bacteriuria
• Management of Proteinuria in Dogs and Cats
• Update on Diagnosis and Treatment of Feline Infectious Peritonitis
Dr. Meredith Miller is an associate clinical professor of small animal internal medicine at Cornell University. Dr. Miller’s professional interests include endocrine diseases (especially of senior cats!), diagnostic reasoning, and reducing medical errors.
Sponsored by Epicur Pharma/Stokes Pharmacy
Ophthalmology (Sunday)
Braidee Foote, DVM, DACVO
• When to Debride and When NOT to Debride: Corneal Ulcers
• How to Not Fear Neuroophthalmology: Pathophysiology
• How to Not Fear Neuroophthalmology: Case Examples
• Aging with Grace: The Eye
• Don't Cry Over Dry Eye
• Retrobulbar Disease: Keep Your Eyes in Your Head
Dr. Braidee Foote received her DVM degree from University of California-Davis in 2013. She completed rotating internships in small animal and large animal before pursuing specialty internships in both small animal and large animal. Dr. Foote then completed a comparative ophthalmology residency at Iowa State University before joining the ophthalmology team at the University of Tennessee. Her research interests include innovative surgical techniques, surgical outcomes, and ophthalmologic side effects of clinical therapies.
Medical Oncology (Monday)
Sara Allstadt, DVM, DACVIM
• Chemotherapy Decision Making: Mistakes I’ve Made
• Managing the End of the Road: Palliative Care and Pain Management for the Cancer Patient
• Oncology Case Studies for the General Practitioner
• Mastering Mast Cell Tumors: A Leap into “The Great Pretender”
• When Calcium Goes Rogue: Decoding Hypercalcemia
• Canine Lymphoma: A Review from Diagnosis to Treatment
Dr. Sara Allstadt is an Associate Professor of Oncology at the University of Texas Southwestern in Dallas. She graduated from the Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2002 and practiced small and large animal medicine and surgery for three years before pursuing a residency in oncology at the University of California-Davis. Her publications encompass a variety of cancer-related topics, including round cell tumors, sarcomas, bladder cancer, and novel cancer therapies.
In-Person and
Dentistry (Friday)
Mary Berg, BS, LATG, RVT, VTS (Dentistry)
• How to Get to Yes: Treatment Plan Creation and Delivery
• The Complete Plan for the Periodontal Patient—COHAT
• Dental Radiology Made Easy: Tips and Tricks
• Dispelling Dental Myths
• The Oral Examination and Common Pathology
Mary Berg received her Veterinary Technician Specialty in dentistry and is a charter member of the Academy of Veterinary Dental Technicians. Mary worked in research for over 31 years, specializing in products aimed at improving the oral health of companion animals, and continues to work with companies to evaluate the efficacy of their products. In addition to her research background, she was the practice manager and dental technician specialist at a general practice for seven years. She is an adjunct at two distance veterinary technology programs and is currently the president of Beyond the Crown Veterinary Education. Mary was named the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America’s Veterinary Technician of the Year in 2020 and received the Academy of Veterinary Dental Technicians’ Excellence in Dentistry Education award in 2019.
Anesthesia and Pain Management (Saturday)
Kristen Cooley, BA, CVT, VTS (Anesthesia/Analgesia), VCC
• Thinking Outside of the Box: Decreasing Morbidity and Mortality Through Mindful Drug Selection
• The Cool Observer: Monitoring Anesthesia with Confidence
• Feline Fine: Taking the Fear Out of Anesthetizing Cats
• No More Kidney Around: Anesthesia for the Patient with Renal Disease
• The Physiology of Pain
• How They Tell Us When They Hurt: Recognizing Pain in Veterinary Patients
Kristen Cooley is a Veterinary Technician Specialist in anesthesia and analgesia. She started her career at the University of Wisconsin’s School of Veterinary Medicine, where she spent 15 years honing her passion and skill for anesthesia and pain management through managing routine and critical anesthetic cases and teaching in the DVM curriculum. Currently, Kristen is the founder and CEO of the Wisconsin-based anesthesia consulting business Veterinary Anesthesia Support and Training (VAST).
Medicine and Leadership (Sunday)
Walter Brown, Jr., RVTg, VTS (ECC)
• Why Don’t You Feel Safe at Work?
• Understanding the Chemical Response
• Utilizing Today's Veterinary Technicians
• What’s to See in a CBC: The Leukocytes
• What’s to See in a CBC: The Erythrocytes
• What’s to See in a CBC: The Thrombocytes
Walter Brown is an emergency and critical care specialty veterinary technologist who combines his background in veterinary medicine with comedy to bring education and relief to veterinary professionals worldwide.
Ken Yagi, MS, RVT, VTS (ECC), (SAIM)
• Shock Has Many Faces: The Keys to Perfusion
• Triage: Sharpen Your Hands, Eyes, Ears, and Mind
• RECOVER 2.0: The Updated Evidence-Based CPR Guidelines
• MythBusters: ECC Nursing Myths and Truths
• Emergency Transfusions: Recent Updates to Practical Challenges
• Can Buster Save Felix, or Should He Save Himself? Xenotransfusion and Autotransfusion
Over the past 25 years, Ken Yagi has dedicated his career to reimagining veterinary nursing. He is currently the Chief Veterinary Nursing Officer for Veterinary Emergency Group and the Program Director for the RECOVER Initiative. Ken passionately works to bring further recognition of the vital role of veterinary nurses and technicians through work with industry leading organizations.
Additional speakers are being added. For the most up-to-date list of speakers, sessions, and schedule, visit the CE Program tab at PacVet.net. Speakers are subject to change.
Lunch and Learn: The Importance of Commercial Insurance for Veterinarians
Saturday, June 27, 2025 | 12:00–1:00 PM
Sponsored by VISC
Join us for an informative VIRTUAL lunch and learn session brought to you by your insurance experts at Veterinary Insurance Services Company (VISC). Discover why commercial insurance is essential for your practice and gain insights into the types of insurance necessary to protect your business. We’ll cover key topics, including:
• The essential types of insurance every veterinarian should have
• What different coverages mean and why they matter
• The importance of health benefits for you and your team
• Why life and disability coverage is crucial
• A business insurance 101 TED Talk to help you navigate the complexities of insurance
Virtual attendees will attend via the PacVet virtual platform. Space is limited. This virtual lunch and learn does not offer CE. Reserve your spot at PacVet.net
Additional speakers are being added. For the most up-to-date list of speakers, sessions, and schedule, visit the CE Program tab at PacVet.net. Speakers are subject to change.
Avian and Small Mammals (Saturday)
Laila ProenÇa, MV, MSc, PhD, DVM, DACZM
• Unpopular Opinion: Obstructed Rabbits Should Not Be Taken to Surgery
• More Than Winging It: Chicken Basics for the General Practitioner
• Top Three Mistakes in Reptile Anesthesia
• How to Obtain and Interpret Chicken Radiography
• Sedation and Anesthesia in Chickens
• How to Actually Trim Rabbit Teeth
Dr. Laila Proença earned her Brazilian veterinary degree in 2004, her Master’s in biological science in 2007, her PhD in veterinary sciences in 2010, and her American DVM degree in 2011. She owned an exotics practice until she began a zoological medicine residency at the University of Georgia, where she developed a special interest for endoscopy and minimally invasive techniques. She is the first South American to become a diplomate of the American College of Zoological Medicine (DACZM) with an emphasis on zoological companion animals. Dr. Proença is currently the founder and CEO of VETAHEAD. She is moving the needle in the veterinary space alongside VETAHEAD’s teams. Their “why”: No species left behind. What they do: Empower veterinary professionals through knowledge. Their how: Make Zoological (exotic) Medicine accessible by providing professional online courses at vetahead.vet.
Reptiles and Amphibians (Sunday)
Thomas Boyer, DVM, DABVP (Reptiles and Amphibian Practice)
• Diseases of Central Bearded Dragon, Pogona vitticeps (Part 1)
• Care and Diseases of the Central Bearded Dragon, Pogona vitticeps (Part 2)
• Mycoplasmosis in Tortoises
• Reptile and Amphibian Nutrition for Practicing Veterinarians: Insectivores and Carnivores
• Reptile and Amphibian Nutrition for Practicing Veterinarians: Herbivores and Omnivores
• Care and Diseases of the Leopard Gecko, Eublepharis macularius
Dr. Thomas Boyer earned his DVM degree from Colorado State University in 1989. He co-founded the Association of Reptilian and Amphibian Veterinarians in 1991 and served as the founding editor for the Journal of Herpetological Medicine and Surgery for 18 years.
Dr. Boyer helped establish and became one of the first ABVP diplomats in Reptile and Amphibian Practice in 2011. He owns the Pet Hospital of Penasquitos in San Diego, where he treats a diverse reptile caseload.
Pathway Development and DEIB Metrics in Veterinary Medicine (Sunday)
Niccole Bruno, DVM
• 3-PART WORKSHOP! Advancing DEIB and Emotional Intelligence in Veterinary Medicine: A Conversation with Experts with Rob Best, CVPM, CFN
• Pathway Development in Veterinary Medicine: A Collective Responsibility for Diversity
• People Lie, Numbers Don’t: DEIB Metrics in Veterinary Medicine
Dr. Niccole Bruno is the CEO and Founder of blendVET™, a groundbreaking certification program focused on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) for veterinary professionals. As an Afro-Latina, Dr. Bruno faced numerous challenges in her journey into veterinary medicine, graduating from Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2006. Her career was marked by encounters with racism, misogyny, and stereotypes, which led to a period of disengagement from the profession she once loved. However, her passion was reignited when she became the Medical Director for a veterinary hospital in Long Island, New York. Over the next eight years, she dedicated herself to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusiveness in New York and Houston hospitals.
Neurodiversity in Your Veterinary Team (Sunday)
Rob Best, CVPM, CFN
• 3-PART WORKSHOP! Advancing DEIB and Emotional Intelligence in Veterinary Medicine: A Conversation with Experts with Dr. Niccole Bruno
• Neuro-what-isity? Unleashing Potential in Your Veterinary Team
Rob Best is a well-known keynote speaker and a regular guest on TV and podcasts—talking about his work with people like Ndaba Mandela and Kobe Bryant, to profiling criminal suspects and celebrities for possible deception. Rob is a certified expert in Neuroleadership, the science-based field centered around emotional intelligence. His work focuses on increasing the emotional and psychological safety within professional environments to help attract, retain, and develop talent. Rob certainly knows a little about talent, having been a basketball player, a world explorer who’s trekked six of the seven continents, and even the CEO of a global nonprofit supporting teenage entrepreneurs in over 30 countries. Rob holds bachelor’s degrees in business and organizational communication. He has earned his CVPM and is a licensed expert in body language, statement analysis, and deception detection.
CVET and Local Disaster Preparedness (Saturday)
Ashley Patterson, DVM, MPH
• CVET’s Park Fire Response: Collaborative Disaster Medicine
Dr. Ashley Patterson serves as the UC Davis California Veterinary Emergency Team (CVET) Associate Director of Operations. She received her DVM degree from Washington State University and her Master of Public Health from the University of Minnesota. Prior to veterinary school, Dr. Patterson earned a bachelor’s degree in emergency administration and planning from the University of North Texas and worked as an emergency management and planning consultant for Witt O’Brien’s starting in 2010. Following graduation from veterinary school, Dr. Patterson worked as an emergency veterinarian in a variety of hospitals and volunteered as a disaster responder. She brings a unique combination of veterinary medicine and emergency management background and is focused on enhancing the veterinary preparedness and response capabilities for California.
Briana Hamamoto, DVM, PhD
• The Veterinarian’s Role in Disaster Response
Dr. Briana Hamamoto first joined the California Veterinary Emergency Team (CVET) as an operations specialist and is currently its large animal veterinarian. She received her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree as well as her PhD in pharmacology and toxicology from the University of California Davis in 2022. While in veterinary school, Dr. Hamamoto was heavily involved with the Veterinary Emergency Response Team (VERT) as well as the Northern California Association of Equine Practitioners Emergency Response Team. She gained valuable experience through her time with these organizations and responded to multiple major wildfires in Northern California. She also received training in technical animal rescue and became a trainer for local agencies. Following graduation from veterinary school, she worked as an Associate Equine Practitioner in Auburn, California. Dr. Hamamoto is focused on enhancing veterinary preparedness as well as providing veterinary care to animals in times of disasters.
Kimberly Carlson, RVT, BS
• The Technician’s Role in Disaster Response
Kimberly Carlson recently joined the California Veterinary Emergency Team (CVET) as an operations specialist. She came to CVET from the Livestock Medicine and Surgery Service at the Veterinary Medicine Teaching Hospital (VMTH), where she worked as a livestock medicine technician for over five years. At the VMTH, she gained valuable experience handling high-stress emergency situations and gained extensive knowledge treating cattle, sheep, goats, and pigs transferred for intensive care from multiple major wildfires. Prior to working for the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, Kimberly earned a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science and Management from UC Davis.
Antimicrobial Resistance and Other One Health Hot Topics (Sunday)
Neil Vezeau, DVM
• Antimicrobial Resistance as a Global One Health Issue: What Role Do You Play?
• Antimicrobial Resistance in Wildlife: An Emerging Understanding
• How Does Disease Spillover Occur, and What Can Veterinarians Do?
• Working in One Health: Alternative Careers and What You Bring to the Table
• Creating a Global Inventory of Veterinary Schools: Implications for Socioeconomic and Workforce Development
• A Review of Common Foodborne Zoonoses
Dr. Neil Vezeau is a veterinarian working in food safety in Maui, Hawaii at the human-wildlife interface. Dr. Vezeau also serves as the president-elect of the National Association of Federal Veterinarians and as a member of the American Veterinary Medical Association's (AVMA) Committee on International Veterinary Affairs. Previously, he was a project manager with the One Health Commission and founding president of the International Student One Health Alliance. Dr. Vezeau also leads research and policy efforts in One Health, veterinary education, antimicrobial resistance, and gender equity.
Rabies, Avian Influenza, and County Programs (Monday)
Emily Trumbull, DVM
Dr. Emily Trumbull graduated from Western University of Health Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine. In March 2023, Dr. Trumbull joined the County of San Diego, Public Health Services, Epidemiology Unit. Since that time, she has been working with physicians, veterinarians, epidemiologists, nurses, and laboratorians to develop the One Health Epidemiology Program. Dr. Trumbull continues to practice as an aquatics and wildlife veterinarian.
Julie Breher, DVM, MPVM
After graduating from UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Julie Breher spent almost a decade as a dairy cattle practitioner before transitioning to small animal practice and hospital ownership for almost 20 years. Most recently, she joined the County of San Diego Public Health Laboratory, where she supports the County’s One Health Epidemiology Program. Her special interests are zoonotic pathogens, maximizing efficien cy, workplace culture, and teaching.
• Rabies: Hair of the Dog?
• Avian Influenza at the Human-Animal Interface
• One Health Case Discussion
Team Wellness for Veterinary Practices (Friday)
Rob Best, CVPM, CFN
• The Power of Trust in Leadership
• Attitude and Mindset for Leadership Success
• Emotionally Intelligent Communication for Leaders
• High-Impact Leadership Communication
• Leadership in Action: Bringing It All Together
Rob Best is a well-known keynote speaker and a regular guest on TV and podcasts—talking about his work with people like Ndaba Mandela and Kobe Bryant, to profiling criminal suspects and celebrities for possible deception. Rob is a certified expert in Neuroleadership, the science-based field centered around emotional intelligence. His work focuses on increasing the emotional and psychological safety within professional environments to help attract, retain, and develop talent. Rob certainly knows a little about talent, having been a basketball player, a world explorer who’s trekked six of the seven continents, and even the CEO of a global nonprofit supporting teenage entrepreneurs in over 30 countries. Rob holds bachelor’s degrees in business and organizational communication. He has earned his CVPM and is a licensed expert in body language, statement analysis, and deception detection.
Leadership for Veterinary Practices (Saturday)
Kelly Cooper, DVM
• Just Say It! How To Give and Receive Feedback That Creates Change
• Accountability Isn’t a Four-Letter Word: How to Get Your Team to Do the Things You Wish They Would Do
• Putting the Power into Empowerment: Simple Acts that Build Others Up
• Juggling Act, No More: Prioritize Better, React Less, and Lead More
• How to Herd the Cats: Mastering Change Management in Your Vet Practice
• The Management Doctor Is in: How to Diagnose and Treat Poor Performance
Dr. Kelly Cooper is an author, speaker, and the founder of Reality Vet Coaching and Consulting. She has over 30 years of industry experience, first as an independent, rural practice owner and then as a senior leader with Banfield Pet Hospital. Dr. Cooper is an authentic storyteller who brings together the best of corporate medicine and independent practice to develop today’s veterinary leaders. She volunteers on the American Veterinary Medical Association’s Council on Veterinary Services and is a past-president of the Oklahoma Veterinary Medical Association. She is a member of VetPartners, Veterinary Hospital Managers Association, American Animal Hospital Association, International Volunteer Programs Association, and the Oregon, Portland, and Washington Veterinary Medical Associations.
Social Media Marketing for Veterinary Practices (Sunday)
Rhonda Bell, CVPM, PCM-Digital, CDMP
• The Future Is Emotional: The Importance of Digital Emotional Intelligence in Veterinary Medicine
• Social Media Safety: The Dos and Don'ts of Social Media Marketing in Veterinary Medicine
• Fostering a Culture of Innovation: Cultivate an Environment that Embraces Change
• Gaslighting: A Guide for Burning Your Practice Culture to the Ground
• What the !@#$ Is My Team Thinking?!
• Creating a Winning Social Media Content Calendar for Veterinary Practices
For Rhonda Bell, discovering veterinary medicine as a career field was the perfect fit—but becoming a professional Certified Veterinary Practice Manager was the game changer! Rhonda loved working for over 15 years as a practice manager, but she left practice management to pursue her dream of combining her three loves, people, pets, and practice building, into a successful social media management and professional brand consulting business. She has a variety of clients in the veterinary space, with the majority being small animal practices looking to increase their online presence and engage with their clients on social media. Rhonda helps them identify their goals for themselves, their businesses, and their online audiences.
Practice Growth (Monday)
Michele Drake, DVM, CVA
• So, You Want to Grow Your Practice: Seven Steps to Make That Happen–Sponsored by GeniusVets
Dr. Michele Drake is a leading progressive voice in the veterinary industry and the owner of a top-performing veterinary practice, the Drake Center for Veterinary Care. Dr. Drake has served on committees and advisory boards for the University of California, American Animal Hospital Association, Novartis, and others. Dr. Drake completed her DVM degree at the University of Missouri in 1989 and obtained her CVA in 1996. She also serves as the chief veterinary officer for GeniusVets, the highestperforming digital marketing company in the veterinary industry.
Strengthening Client Relationships (Monday)
David George Hall
• The Essential Service Your Vet Clinic Is Missing: A Magnet for Pets and Professionals–Sponsored by GeniusVets
David George Hall founded theSEOeffect.com, cofounded GeniusVets, and has been the director of SEO for four award-winning marketing and advertising agencies. He is known for delivering incredible results for clients ranging from local and regional businesses to global Fortune brands. David was named a “Top 100 Marketing and Advertising Influencer” by MARsum and invited by Forbes to join its prestigious Agency Council.
Managing Finances (Monday)
John Chalk Jr., CPA, JD, CFP®, ChSNC
• Managing by the Numbers–Sponsored by GeniusVets
After practicing law and public accounting for over 13 years, John Chalk founded Trinity Portfolio Advisors, a firm that offers fee-based financial planning and money management. Trinity Portfolio Advisors’ unique approach to financial planning seeks to align a client’s wealth with their purpose, thereby transforming wealth from a potential burden to the blessing it is intended to be. In addition to fee-based financial planning and asset management, John spends his professional time helping business owners with succession planning.
Top HR Issues (Monday)
Christopher Onstott, Kronick Moskovitz Tiedemann & Girard
• HR Traps for the Unwary
• Dealing with Difficult Employees
• Questions About California Employment Law Issues
Christopher Onstott focuses on employment litigation and commercial litigation at Kronick Moskovitz Tiedemann & Girard. He has defended employers in employment litigation, including defending against race, sex, and disability discrimination and harassment claims, as well as wage-and-hour violations. He has also litigated numerous commercial cases, including cases involving misappropriation of trade secrets, product liability, insurance bad faith, and breach of contract claims. Prior to joining Kronick, Christopher worked in the Sacramento office of a statewide labor and employment law firm representing California employers. Christopher also completed a clerkship on the United States Court of Appeals, Third Circuit for Judge Walter K. Stapleton.
Animal Transportation and Relocation (Saturday, Sunday) Brian DiGangi, DVM, MS, DABVP
• Heartworm Help Desk: Case Studies in Canine Heartworm Disease Management
• Long-Distance Animal Transportation and Relocation: What Is the Evidence?
• Animal Transportation and Relocation: Safety and Logistics
• Top Tips to Increase Efficiency in Spay-Neuter
• Panel Discussion: Infectious Disease: Ask the Veterinarians with Dr. Chumkee Aziz and Dr. Rebecca Stuntebeck
Dr. Brian DiGangi is the Director of Professional Development at First Coast No More Homeless Pets in Jacksonville, Florida. He is board-certified in both canine and feline practice and shelter medicine practice by the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners. After earning his DVM degree at the University of Florida, Dr. DiGangi completed a rotating internship, a residency in shelter animal medicine, and received his master’s degree in veterinary medical sciences. Dr. DiGangi has published peer-reviewed research on canine heartworm disease, veterinary field clinics, feline adoption, pregnancy detection, and immunology and authored textbook chapters on sanitation and asepsis, infectious disease management, animal welfare, and animal relocation. He is the lead editor of the second edition of Animal Behavior for Shelter Veterinarians and Staff and has served on the Board of Directors of the American Heartworm Society and as President of the Association of Shelter Veterinarians.
Shelter Operations (Saturday)
Cynthia Delany, DVM, KPA-CTP, FFCP
• Leveraging ALL Shelter Team Members to Improve Medical Care and Access to Care
• Shelter Operations and Medicine Legal Round-Up, Including Updates for 2024/2025 with Bruce Wagman
• Panel Discussion: Navigating Shelter Medicine and Legal Complexities: Live Q&A with Bruce Wagman
Dr. Cynthia Delany has practiced emergency and animal shelter medicine, animal shelter training, and shelter management for 25 years. As the Director of Online Learning for Maddie’s® Million Pet Challenge at the UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program, Dr. Delany’s focus is on providing accessible and up-todate training opportunities for professionals in the animal sheltering industry. Her main areas of focus include increasing access to both medical and behavioral care in animal shelters, animal shelter population management, improving efficiencies, quality of care and outcomes in shelters, professionalizing all roles in shelters to improve sustainability of careers in the industry, and maximizing operational efficiencies and positive outcomes in these limited resource environments.
Shelter Operations (Saturday)
Bruce Wagman
• Shelter Operations and Medicine Legal Round-Up, Including Updates for 2024/2025 with Dr. Cynthia Delany
• Panel Discussion: Navigating Shelter Medicine and Legal Complexities: Live Q&A with Dr. Cynthia Delany
Since 1992, Bruce Wagman has been using his legal degree to protect and save animals and assist those who care for them—from individuals to the largest international animal welfare groups. His experience in animal law is unparalleled. Bruce’s clients include numerous animal protection organizations as well as private individuals. His practice covers a broad range of animal-related legal issues, including cases involving animal cruelty, animal rescue, wildlife, and the use of animals in entertainment, biomedical research, and animal agriculture/food production. Bruce is the only lawyer running an exclusive animal law practice in a major United States firm, and he focuses on matters that benefit both society and the animals themselves.
Bunny Housing and Ringworm in a Shelter Environment (Sunday)
Rebecca Stuntebeck, DVM
• Updates in Management of Dermatophytosis in Individual Animals and Shelter Populations
• Guidelines for Humane Rabbit Housing in Shelters
• Panel Discussion: Infectious Disease: Ask the Veterinarians with Dr. Chumkee Aziz and Dr. Brian DiGangi
Dr. Rebecca Stuntebeck joined the Koret Shelter Medicine Program (KSMP) team as a facility design and outreach veterinarian in April 2022. She obtained her DVM degree at the University of Wisconsin-Madison (UW) and completed a shelter medicine internship at Dane County Humane Society via the KSMP team as well as a shelter medicine residency with the UW Shelter Medicine Program, achieving board certification through the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners. Dr. Stuntebeck has worked as a shelter veterinarian at two private shelters in Wisconsin. In addition to facility design, her interests include shelter data, proactive population management, infectious disease prevention in shelters, and building relationships with folks across the sheltering field.
Canine Parvovirus (CPV) and Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease (CIRD) (Sunday)
Chumkee Aziz, DVM, DABVP (Shelter Medicine Practice)
• Canine Parvovirus (CPV): Emerging Solutions for an Enduring Disease
• Managing Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease (CIRD) During Hard Times
• Panel Discussion: Infectious Disease: Ask the Veterinarians with Dr. DiGangi and Dr. Rebecca Stuntebeck
Dr. Chumkee Aziz is a first-generation BangladeshiAmerican and native Houstonian. She received her DVM degree from Tufts Vet School, then completed an internship with the ASPCA in New York City and a shelter medicine residency at the UC-Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program (UC-Davis KSMP). After her residency, she worked for the Austin Humane Society and the ASPCA before returning to work with UC-Davis KSMP as a shelter medicine consultant. Dr. Aziz is board-certified in shelter medicine practice through the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP), and she serves on ABVP’s shelter medicine specialty college. She also served on the Association of Shelter Veterinarians’ (ASV) Board from 2017–2022. She has helped author the ASV Guidelines for Standards of Care in Animal Shelters and the AAHA Canine Vaccination Guidelines.
Soft Tissue Surgery (Friday)
Raymond Kudej, DVM, PhD, DACVS
• Laryngeal Paralysis: What I Think Is Interesting
• BOAS: What I Think Is Interesting
• Common Arrhythmias in Surgical Patients: Development and Tx Rationale
• Surgery: Coagulation and Anticoagulation Concerns
• Liver Essentials: PSS and Mucoceles
Dr. Raymond Kudej is an associate professor and small animal soft tissue surgeon at Tufts University, Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine. He received his DVM degree and completed a combined small animal surgery residency/PhD in biomedical engineering at Iowa State University. His postdoctoral fellowship was at Harvard Medical School studying cardiovascular pathophysiology (ischemia tolerance, metabolism, and role of nitric oxide). Dr. Kudej was an assistant professor at Penn State College of Medicine and is currently an adjunct associate professor at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School. He is an ACVS diplomate, a fellow of the American Heart Association, and section editor at the Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association.
Orthopedic Surgery (Saturday)
Brian Petrovsky, DVM, DACVS-SA
• Breaking Hips: Understanding and Managing Canine Hip Dysplasia
• Hands-On Orthopedics: The Art of the Orthopedic Exam
• The Stifle Chronicles: Cracking the Code on Cranial Cruciate Ligament Disease
• Stifle-Patella—Pop, Lock, and Drop It: Diagnosis and Treatment of Canine Patellar Luxation
• The Shelbow: Unlocking the Mysteries of Elbow Dysplasia
• Shaping the Future: Innovations in Deformity Correction
Dr. Brian Petrovsky graduated from Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine. He completed a rotating small animal medicine and surgery internship at the prestigious Animal Medical Center in New York City and a small animal surgery residency at Iowa State University. Dr. Petrovsky enjoys all aspects of orthopedics and sports medicine, working to match each patient's treatment to their specific needs. He joined Drs. Ross Lirtzman and Brian Trumpatori at Arizona Canine Orthopedics and Sports Medicine after finishing his residency, where he continues to practice today. In 2023, Dr. Petrovsky joined Vet3D alongside Drs. Bill Oxley and Jason Bleedorn to expand access to veterinarian surgeons across America.
Dentistry – Oral Surgery (Sunday)
Janny Evenhuis, DVM, DAVDC
• Introductory Maxillofacial Trauma Work Up and Basic Trauma Repair Techniques
• Advanced Repair Techniques for Maxillofacial Trauma
• A Patient-Centered Approach to Oral Oncology
• Surgical Approach and Techniques for Oral Tumor Resection
• Difficulties in Temporomandibular Joint and Masticatory Function
• Inflammatory Oral Diseases in Cats and Dogs
Dr. Janny Evenhuis is the current oral and maxillofacial surgery fellow at the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, where she also obtained her veterinary degree. After a general rotating internship at Colorado State University, she returned to UC Davis for residency and achieved diplomate status with the American Veterinary Dental College in 2024. Dr. Evenhuis is passionate about orofacial trauma, surgical oncology, and providing high quality and accessible education for veterinary students and professionals.
APHIS-Approved Supplemental Training (AAST) (Saturday, Sunday)
• Module 18—Avian Influenza and Newcastle Disease
• Module 38—Role of Category 1 Animals in FAD Introduction and Transmission
• Module 9—Interstate and International Health Certificates for Category 1 Animals
• Module 22—Animal Welfare: An Introduction
• Module 25—Using Behavior to Assess Animal Welfare
• Module 23—Use of Antibiotics in Animals±
• Module 15—Disease Prevention and Biosecurity in Aquaculture
• Module 14—Evaluation of Aquatic Animals for Detection of Reportable Diseases and Pathogens
• Module 34—Veterinary Export Health Certification System (VEHCS)
• Module 19—Animal Health Emergency Response
• Module 35—Bovine Tuberculosis in Cattle
±This course satisfies the one-hour of California CE requirement on the judicious use of medically important antimicrobial drugs.
Short Film Screening (Monday)
Please join us for a screening of The Dog, a poignant short film that sheds light on the silent struggles and mental health challenges faced by veterinarians. The screening will be followed by an expert panel discussion with veterinarians and technicians from IndeVets and more.
Sponsored by IndeVets and CVMF
Additional speakers are being added. For the most up-to-date list of speakers, sessions, and schedule, visit the CE Program tab at PacVet.net. Speakers are subject to change.
Fri, Jun 27, 2025 | Long Beach, CA |
Volunteer at our upcoming youth career event & help shape the future of vet med!
Support students as they participate in an immersive, hands-on event that offers a glimpse into the diverse pathways and roles in veterinary medicine.
Help us at registration, be a student or chaperone liaison, support the faculty and the immersive work stations, or help set up or break down.
sign-up here!
Choose between four fantastic and FREE lunch and learns to deepen your knowledge and improve your practice! Sign up for your desired lunch and learn when you register for PacVet at PacVet.net
SPONSORED BY
Lunch and Learn: The Importance of Commercial Insurance for Veterinarians
Sponsored by VISC
Friday, June 27, 2025 | 12:00–1:00 PM
Discover why commercial insurance is essential for your practice and gain insights into the types of insurance necessary to protect your business. We’ll cover key topics, including:
• The essential types of insurance every veterinarian should have
• What different coverages mean and why they matter
• The importance of health benefits for you and your team
• Why life and disability coverage is crucial
• A business insurance 101 TED Talk to help you navigate the complexities of insurance
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Lunch and Learn: The Five Stages of Business Value Maturity: How to Increase the Value and Minimize the Risks in Your Business
Sponsored by ClearRode Financial
Friday, June 27, 2025 | 12:00–1:00 PM
Roughly 80% of your net worth is locked in your business. How are you going to make the most of it? In order to maximize value, you should set up a system to determine the value hidden in the business. We will discuss how you can identify that value as well as the wealth gap in your current goals and objectives. Learn how to envision the future of your company and how you can align that vision with your goals.
Lunch and Learn: Safeguarding Wealth: Lawsuit Prevention and Tax Strategies
Sponsored by Legally Mine
Monday, June 30, 2025 | 11:25–12:25 PM | Offers 1.0 RACE-Approved CEU!
Legally Mine will show you how to stop the threat of lawsuits before they ever get started by protecting your assets in time tested and proven legal structures. These same structures allow us to help our tax attorneys save what you would normally pay in income taxes. Come learn some little-known tax helps that have significant case history and have stood the test of time.
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Lunch and Learn: Selling Your Veterinary Practice 101 Sponsored by Omni Practice Group
Monday, June 30, 2025 | 11:25–12:25 PM
Key insights and core concepts! This is a must-attend session for veterinary practice owners who are 0-8 years away from a transition. How should I prepare my financial statements? The calculation of EBITDA can vary from firm to firm. Is this the best corporate offer? Should you sell now, or wait five years? Should I sell or keep the real estate? These are just some questions you MUST have answered before you accept an offer.
Light lunch will be provided. Space is limited.
Friday, June 27, 2025
8:00–9:40 AM Conference Welcome, Annual CVMA Awards, Board of Governors Induction, and Keynote Presentation
9:50 AM–12:00 PM CE Sessions
12:00–1:30 PM Lunch on Your Own OR Sponsored Symposia
1:30–3:40 PM CE Sessions
3:40–4:00 PM Break
4:00–5:15 PM CE Sessions
5:15–7:00 PM President’s Reception
Saturday, June 28, 2025
8:00–10:25 AM CE Sessions
10:25–11:00 AM Break/Vet Expo Hall Opens
11:00 AM–12:00 PM CE Sessions
12:00–1:30 PM Lunch and Raffles in the Vet Expo Hall
1:30–3:40 PM CE Sessions
3:40–4:15 PM Break/Snacks in the Expo Hall
4:15–5:15 PM CE Sessions
5:15–6:30 PM Vet Expo Mixer “Under the Boardwalk”
Sunday, June 29, 2025
8:00–10:25 AM CE Sessions
10:25–11:00 AM Break
11:00 AM–12:00 PM CE Sessions
12:00–1:30 PM Lunch and Raffles in the Expo Hall
1:30–3:40 PM CE Sessions
3:40–4:15 PM Break/Snacks in the Expo Hall
4:15–5:15 PM CE Sessions
5:15–6:45 PM Technician Fair
5:30–7:00 PM Alumni Receptions
Monday, June 30, 2025
8:00–10:10 AM CE Sessions
10:10–10:25 AM Break
10:25–11:25 AM CE Sessions
11:25 AM–12:25 PM Lunch on Your Own OR Sponsored Symposia
12:25–3:45 PM CE Sessions
CE earned at PacVet will be accepted by the California Veterinary Medical Board toward the mandatory 36 hours required every two years for re-licensure.
CE earned at PacVet will be accepted by the California Veterinary Medical Board toward the mandatory 20 hours required every two years for re-licensure.
A veterinary licensee must complete a minimum of one credit hour of continuing education on the judicious use of medically important antimicrobial drugs (MIADs) every four years for license renewal.
For licensees renewing in 2025, the one-hour course must have been taken within the previous 2021-2023 two-year renewal cycle. The requirement will then follow a four-year cycle of every other renewal cycle thereafter (e.g. renewal in 2026, 2030, etc.).
For licensees renewing in 2026, the one-hour must have been taken within the previous 2022-2024 two-year renewal cycle. The requirement will then follow a four-year cycle of every other renewal cycle thereafter (e.g. renewal in 2027, 2031, etc.).
Veterinarians and technicians from outside California should contact their state licensing agency to determine which CE sessions at the Pacific Veterinary Conference qualify for purposes of license renewal in their state.
Additional information on mandatory CE can be found at cvma.net. The California Veterinary Medical Association is a statutorily approved CE provider. Additional documentation is also available at the PacVet Information Desk.
PROGRAM CO-CHAIRS
Julie Ryan-Johnson, DVM
Diane Craig, DVM, DACVS
SECTION CHAIRS
Practice Management Linda Markland, RVT
Shelter Medicine Jyothi Robertson, DVM, DABVP (Shelter Medicine)
Small Animal Medicine Jonathan Dear, DVM, MAS, DACVIM (SAIM)
Small Animal Surgery Diane Craig, DVM, DACVS
Technician Vicky Ograin, MBA, RVT, VTS (Nutrition)
CVMA STAFF
Dan Baxter Executive Director
Kristen Calderon Director of Member Services
Taryn DeOilers Director of Communications
Sarah Erck, CMP Director of Conferences and Events
Lily Briggs Conference Speaker Coordinator
Marissa Collier Design and Print Manager
Erica Ferrier Conference Expo & Sponsorship Coordinator
Save up to 25% off your registration by joining the CVMA and registering for PacVet by March 31. You can combine your member benefits with early-bird registration discounts to maximize your savings!
Plus, your membership provides you with additional savings on the CVMA’s full line up of CE offerings, including:
Fall and Spring Seminars
Equine Medicine Seminar
Disaster Response Training
Online Seminars
Membership also comes with perks like:
• Legislative advocacy, legal advice, and compliance resources
• Discounts on products and services (scan the QR code to see a full list)
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Visit us at booth 312A to hear about how VISC can support your practice!
We are delighted to bring you the following perks to maximize your PacVet 2025 experience:
• The Vet Expo Mixer Happy Hour
• The CVMA President’s Reception
• Fun raffle prizes
• The Selfie Zone in the Vet Expo hall
• FREE lunch and learns (one for in-person attendees, and one for virtual attendees)
• Technician Fair
• The Whova mobile app
• Your attendee bag
• Your name badge lanyard
• Custom PacVet hotel key card
• Mobile monitors
• Fun PacVet-branded door hangers welcoming you to the conference
• Attendee check-in counter
