WVC 2020 Annual Conference Preview Program

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92ND FEBRUARY 16-19, 2020

MANDALAY BAY | LAS VEGAS, NV

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Conference at a Glance

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Education for Your Why

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Experience Vegas

Registration

Schedule Exhibit Hall Hours

Education Program CE Credit Information Small Animal Avian & Exotics Equine Food Animal Veterinary Technician Practice Management

(Subject to Change)

Exhibit Hall Happenings

Tour Las Vegas Event Highlights

Attend this year’s most comprehensive veterinary education event.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

REIGNITE YOUR PASSION AND DISCOVER YOUR WHY As a veterinary professional, we know that you are driven by heart and persistence to go the extra mile for your patients. Whether you’re motivated by medical research or a desire to care for an animal in need (or both!), WVC supplies the education and networking opportunities necessary to advance your career. Discover new interests, cuttingedge techniques, and life-saving skills as you connect with the veterinary community at WVC’s 2020 Annual Conference.

DISCOVER

Registration

REGISTRATION

Now Open

2020 REGISTRATION FEES

Full Conference One Day

Veterinarian

$675

$375

Veterinarian - First Year Graduate

$205

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Veterinarian - Retired (No CE)

$205

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$450

$245

$450

$245

Student (DVM, Veterinary Technician)

$65

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Guest

$65

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Veterinary Team (Veterinary Technician/ Assistant, Practice Manager, Administrative Staff) General Attendee (No CE)

Register Today Use your favorite QR code reader app on your smartphone to scan the code on the right or visit wvc.org/conference

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Conference at a Glance

Registration Check-In

SATURDAY, FEB 15-WEDNESDAY, FEB 19

Saturday Sunday

2:00-6:00p 3:00-9:00p 7:00-6:00p

Tuesday

7:00-5:00p

Monday

(Satellite Registration)

7:00-5:00p

Wednesday 7:00-2:00p

(5:00p Texas Registration)

Exhibit Hall Hours Education Program Saturday* Sunday

7:30a-4:30p

Monday Tuesday Wednesday

6:30a-6:30p 6:30a-8:30p 6:30a-6:00p

(Labs at Oquendo Center Start at 7:30a}

9:00a-6:00p

*Oquendo Center Hands-on Labs only.

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Monday 9:00-6:00p Tuesday 9:00-6:00p Wednesday 9:00-2:00p

Exhibit Hall Breaks Morning Break

Monday-Wednesday

9:50-10:35a

Monday-Wednesday

12:25-2:00p

Monday -Tuesday

3:50-4:35p

Lunch Break

Afternoon Break

Dates and times subject to change. Shuttle buses available.

Education For Your Why

Education Program

A learning experience tailored to you.

There are plenty of opportunities to learn during Conference, whether you excel in a classroom or prefer a more hands-on approach. From small group workshops and the Exhibit Hall, to labs and lectures with world-class instructors, education at WVC is designed with your needs in mind.

CE CREDIT INFORMATION* Full Conference Registration for Veterinarians with Labs Full Conference Registration for Veterinarians and Technicians without Labs

48 CE Hours 39 CE Hours

Full Conference Registration for Technicians with Labs

39 CE Hours

CE CREDIT BY DAY*

Saturday, February 15

8 CE Hours

Monday, February 17

10 CE Hours

Sunday, February 16

Tuesday, February 18

Wednesday, February 19

8 CE Hours | 7 CE Hours 12 CE Hours 10 CE Hours

This program will be submitted (but is not yet approved) for 39 CE Hours (Vet & Vet Tech without lab and 48 CE Hours (Vet with lab) hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize RACE approval. See pg 15 for CVPM accreditation.

Program subject to change. Visit wvc.org for details. *Lab/Workshop additional purchase required.

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Education Program OVER 30 LABS AVAILABLE HANDS-ON LABS

Gain practical experience with these hands-on learning opportunities.

Discover the latest life-saving techniques and advancements, to gain confidence to immediately apply in practice.

Located at Oquendo Center Shuttle buses available.

INDUSTRY SEMINARS

Enjoy two things you love at once— quality discussion of exciting topics and a complimentary meal. Attend an industry breakfast or lunch with your peers and explore hot topics.

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Program subject to change. Visit wvc.org for details.

Engage In Your Why

WORKSHOPS

Interact with participants and experts through instruction in an intimate, small-group environment to discuss the latest trends and solve problems. Workshops cover topics that will elevate your practice and patient care.

SYMPOSIA

Discover more about the relevant topics in veterinary medicine from industry experts and innovators during the many symposia sessions.

LEARNING LOUNGE

Satisfy your thirst for knowledge during these quick educational presentations happening one after another in the Exhibit Hall. Catch up on innovative developments at these fast paced sessions beginning at 9:30a Monday–Wednesday.

Located inside Exhibit Hall

Program subject to change. Visit wvc.org for details.

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Small Animal Take a sneak peek at a few of the many upcoming featured topics.

Frane Banovic, DVM, PhD, DECVD University of Georgia Session Title:

Dermatologic Emergencies: What’s That?

Sheila Carrera-Justiz, DVM, DACVIM (Neurology) University of Florida Session Title:

Neuro-Ophthalmology: The Eyes Are a Window to the Brain

Carol Reinero, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (SAIM) University of Missouri Session Title:

When Radiographs Aren’t Enough: Advanced Imaging of the Thorax Using Lung Ultrasound, Fluoroscopy, Endoscopy & Computed Tomography

Hands-on Labs*

Practical Know-How

Common Hip Surgery for the General Practitioner Complete Abdominal Ultrasound: Performing a Systematic Scan of All Abdominal Organs Updating Your Ocular Surgical Techniques for the Primary Care Practitioner

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Program subject to change. Visit wvc.org for details. *Lab/Workshop additional purchase required.

Avian & Exotics From honey bees to reptiles, here is a preview of the extensive range of courses offered.

Daniel Johnson, DVM, DABVP (Exotic Companion Mammals) Avian and Exotic Animal Care Session Title: How to Intubate Almost Any Exotic Companion Mammal

Olivia Petritz, DVM, DACZM North Carolina State University Session Title:

Avian Emergency Management & Pattern Recognition: Case Presentations

Terry Ryan Kane, DVM, MS A2 Bee Vet

Hands-on Lab* Live Bee Hive Laboratory

Program subject to change. Visit wvc.org for details. *Lab/Workshop additional purchase required.

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Equine Anesthesia, nutrition, surgery, and more—just a handful of the topics covered.

Speaker Highlights Lori Bidwell, DVM, DACVAA, CVA East-West Equine Sports Medicine Session Title:

Difficult Equine Anesthetic Cases: How to Prepare & Manage

Marc Kinsley, DVM, MS, DACVS-LA Michigan State University Session Title:

Behavioral Problems in Mares: Is Ovariectomy the Answer?

Megan Williams, DVM, DACVS-LA Oklahoma State University Session Title:

Traumatic Injuries of the Equine Stifle

yourself CHALLENGE

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Program subject to change. Visit wvc.org for details.

Food Animal Check out some highlights from this year’s exceptional program.

Christine Navarre, DVM, MS, DACVIM (LAIM) Louisiana State University Session Title:

Stewardship of Pharmaceuticals: What’s Here & What’s Coming

Colin Palmer, DVM, MVetSc, DACT University of Saskatchewan Session Title:

Bull Breeding Soundness Evaluation: Why Is It Important?

Gary Sides, PhD Zoetis Session Title:

Beef Cattle Performance Enhancement

yourself ELEVATE

Program subject to change. Visit wvc.org for details.

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Veterinary Technician

Veterinary Technician Reception

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 17

INSIDE THE HOUSE OF BLUES Sponsored By

Vet Tech Village SUNDAY-WEDNESDAY

Amy Breton Newfield, CVT, VTS (E&CC) BluePearl Veterinary Partners-Massachusetts Session Title:

Bad Adrenals: Hypo & Hyperadrenocorticism

Lis Conarton, LVT, CCRP, VTS (Physical Rehabilitation), CCRP, CVPP Veterinary Medical Center of Central New York

Session Title:

1-2-3 Step Manual Therapy for Post-operative Patients: Tips & Protocols for Teaching Pet Owners Hands-on Techniques During Discharge

Debbie Martin, LVT, VTS (Behavior)

Hands-on Lab* Fear Free SM Gentle Control & Handling

Liza W. Rudolph, BAS, RVT, VTS (CP-Canine/Feline, SAIM) East Coast Veterinary Education Session Title:

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Feline Injection Site Sarcoma

Program subject to change. Visit wvc.org for details. *Lab/Workshop additional purchase required.

Practice Management Catch an early look at sessions from the program, elevating the business aspects of your practice.

NEW IN 2020!

Practice Management Track 82 CE Sessions. Includes Workshops VHMA approved course ID 19-35.

Karen Felsted, CPA, MS, DVM, CVPM, CVA PantheraT Veterinary Management Consulting

Small Group Workshop*

Innovation in Pricing

Michael Hargrove, DVM, MBA, CVA Summit Veterinary Advisors Session Title:

Intro to Practice Value: Creating Wealth in Your Practice

Jessica Vogelsang, DVM Pawcurious Media Session Title:

When the Dam Breaks: Getting in Front of Social Media Meltdowns

Program subject to change. Visit wvc.org for details. *Lab/Workshop additional purchase required.

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Exhibit Hall MORE TIME TO EXPLORE DISCOVER WVC’S EXHIBIT HALL

Hall Hours

Monday Tuesday Wednesday

9:00-6:00p 9:00-6:00p 9:00-2:00p

Exhibit Hall Breaks

Morning Break

Monday-Wednesday

9:50-10:35a

Monday-Wednesday

12:25-2:00p

Monday -Tuesday

3:50-4:35p

Lunch Break

Afternoon Break

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Exhibit Hall Happenings

BACK IN 2020 LEARNING LOUNGE

Fast-paced educational sessions conducted in the Exhibit Hall. Find out about the latest developments in the veterinary world with quick-fire sessions beginning 9:30a Monday–Wednesday.

VET DETECTIVE CASH PRIZES, WIN BIG!

Download the WVC-Connect app to scan clues throughout the show for your chance to win.

WVC CENTRAL - GET TO KNOW US

Learn about educational opportunities that WVC has to offer in a relaxed, fun-filled atmosphere.

PROFESSIONAL PHOTOS

Need a new picture? Liven up your LinkedIn profile or your CV with a complimentary professional photo.

WANT ADS

A unique area for individuals and organizations to promote jobs, products, and clinics for hire or sale.

yourself EMPOWER

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Experience Vegas Veterinary Technician Reception

Join us for a night of music, dancing, and socializing. Enjoy this fun-filled event created especially for Veterinary Technicians and Assistants as part of the high-quality entertainment during Conference.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 17 INSIDE THE HOUSE OF BLUES

Tour Las Vegas

Live it up while you’re here in Las Vegas by getting out and enjoying a beautiful part of the world. Whether you want to get outside and hike Lake Mead or Valley of Fire; see the breathtaking sights at the Grand Canyon; or enjoy the simple pleasures of chocolate, wine, or beer tasting; amplify your Conference experience with a WVC tour package. Visit wvc.org/conference

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Event Highlights

COMING IN 2020...

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COMEDY NIGHT

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PARTY FOR A PURPOSE

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LIVE CONCERT

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2425 E. Oquendo Road Las Vegas, NV 89120

Discovering and learning are lifelong pursuits, and WVC provides the opportunity to do so in an environment devoted to enhancing your knowledge and expanding your interests. There’s always new knowledge and passion to be discovered. Join us in 2020.

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