Viticus Group's 95th WVC Annual Conference Preview Program

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All inclusive includes registration fee, exhibit hall, education sessions, entertainment (first come, first served and RSVP required dependent on event); $95 fee does not include hands-on laboratory training sessions and workshops (additional fees are associated with hands-on laboratory sessions and workshops).

You and your veterinary colleagues are invited to the upcoming Viticus Group 95th Annual

Conference on February 19-22, 2023! We’re excited to keep the tradition of the WVC Annual Conference going with world-class CE, the largest exhibit hall you’ve ever seen, and lots of

opportunities to network and connect. So mark your calendar and we’ll see you in Las Vegas!

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

4 Conference at a Glance | 7 Registration | 10 Your Safety 14 Exhibit Hall | 17 Education Program | 30 Hotel Information

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AT A GLANCE 2023 ANNUAL CONFERENCE Sunday, February 19 – Wednesday, February 22

Participant Badge Pick-up

Exhibitor Badge Pick-up

Exhibit Hall

Daily Breaks

Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday

3:00-7:00p 6:00a-6:00p 6:00a-5:00p 6:00a-5:00p 6:00a-2:00p

We are proud to announce that we currently have more than 400 exhibitors scheduled to attend the conference, and the number is growing weekly.

Monday Tuesday Wednesday

9:00a-5:00p 9:00a-5:00p 9:00a-2:00p

Saturday Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday

8:00a – 6:00p 7:00a – 8:00p 7:00a – 5:00p 8:00a – 5:00p 8:00a – 2:00p

There will be three dedicated education breaks to allow participants time to explore the Exhibit Hall: Morning Break (Monday-Wednesday) Lunch Break (Monday-Wednesday) Afternoon Break (Monday-Tuesday)

9:50-10:35a 12:25-2:00p 3:50-4:35p

Industry Seminar Hours (Monday-Wednesday) Breakfast Session Lunch Session

6:30-7:30a 12:45-1:45p

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Hands-on Labs (Additional purchase required)

Saturday, February 18 – Wednesday, February 22 Morning labs are 7:30-11:30a Afternoon labs are 1:30-5:30p

Learning Lounge (Earn CE inside the Exhibit Hall) Monday, February 20 – Tuesday, February 21 9:30a-4:30p Wednesday, February 22 9:30a-1:00p

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RELAX RECHARGE

REINVIGORATE Visit us on Level 2, Convention Center of Mandalay Bay and discover

new opportunities to enhance your career through hands-on training

with Viticus Group. Relax in between sessions and recharge your phone.

There’s more, earn prizes and fun swag. Looking forward to meeting you as we help answer your questions or challenge us to a game of corn hole.

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J O I N U S AT PA W P U P D A I LY F O R N E W A C T I V I T I E S Network

Say Hello!

Join DVMC for coffee and conversations.

Network with peers and help promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the veterinary industry.

Stop by and visit the Viticus Group team and chat about year-round CE opportunities and earn cool swag.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

Info Booth Swag Giveaways Recharging Stations

Job Fair Get connected with hiring companies and take the next step to elevate your career.

Mock Interview Resume Workshops Hiring Events sponsored by:

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February 19-22, 2023 Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino | Las Vegas, NV

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EDUCATION, ENTERTAINMENT & MORE - DON’T MISS OUT!

BUILDING ON THE LEGACY From the first meeting of the Intermountain Livestock Sanitary Association in 1928, to what is now known as

the WVC Annual Conference, we have been educating and inspiring veterinary professionals for 95 years.

We are building on the great tradition of high-quality

innovation to move boldly into the future. Thanks for the last 95—here’s to the next 95!

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Learning Lounge

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Symposia

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Party for a Purpose Transportation (See page 30 for details) Veterinary Technician Reception Workshops

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Vet Tech Guest Only

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*Guest badges cannot be purchased individually.

If only visiting the Exhibit Hall, please register as a General Participant. .S. and International students may register online or on-site. Students must present their current school ID at badge pickup or U on-site registration. Note: DVM student registration does not apply to DVM graduates with a residency or internship status.

100% Flexible Registration Cancellation

We want to help you book with confidence. That’s why we’re the largest veterinary conference to offer ZERO registration cancellation fees with 100% refunds on conference registration for participants should they not be able to attend.

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EXPLORE OUR HANDS-ON LAB FACILITIES

VITICUS CENTER - EASTERN CAMPUS 5810 S. Eastern Ave., Las Vegas, NV 89119

VITICUS CENTER - OQUENDO CAMPUS 2425 E. Oquendo Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89120

BEST IN EDUCATION AND HOSPITALITY

Viticus Center is a spacious venue with two campuses equipped with everything you need in animal health technology for learning and teaching, and also suited for hosting in style. This Center is a cutting-edge medical education space and a venue with a classy social atmosphere fused into one. You won't find its equal anywhere in the country, nor will you find its range of capabilities for the same price anywhere in Las Vegas. It’s the all-inclusive facility the medical community deserves.

IDEAL LEARNING ENVIRONMENT

Animal health professionals can look forward to hosting or attending meetings, hands-on labs, workshops, symposia, and demonstrations in our one-of-a-kind facility dedicated to medical education. All of our multipurpose rooms are configurable with either sound-proof walls or open-air dividers to customize the space.

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2023 COURSE CATALOG HANDS-ON LABS Date 2/5-7/2023 2/9-11/2023 2/16-18/2023 3/3-6/2023

Title

Lead Instructor

Mandibulectomy, Maxillectomy and miscellaneous ‘ectomies’

Boaz Arzi, DVM, DAVDC,DEVDC, FF-AVDC-OMFS

Advanced Soft Tissue Surgery for General Practitioners

Phillipp Mayhew, BVMS, MRCVS, DACVS(SA)

ISELP Flexible and Rigid Endoscopy

Todd Tams, DVM, DACVIM(SAIM)

3/12-13/2023

Upper GI Endoscopy for the Primary Care Veterinarian

Tristian Weinkle DVM, DACVIM (SAIM)

3/12-14/2023

Basic Surgical Procedures for General Practitioners

William Culp, VMD, DACVS (SA)

3/16-18/2023

Soft Tissue Surgery

Nancy Zimmerman, DVM, MS, CCRT, DACVS

Basic Abdominal Ultrasound

Bob Cole, DVM, DACVR

Ophthalmic Examination Techniques

David Maggs DVM, BVSc, DACVO

Ophthalmic Surgery for the GP

David Maggs DVM, BVSc, DACVO

TPLO

Kenneth Bruecker, DVM, DACVS

5/7-9/2023

Basic Fracture Repair

Don Hulse, DVM, DACVS

5/7-9/2023

Advanced Surgical Procedures for the General Practitioners

William Culp, VMD, DACVS (SA)

5/11-13/2023

Advanced Soft Tissue Surgery for General Practitioners

Phillipp Mayhew, BVMS, MRCVS, DACVS(SA)

5/19-22/2023

Flexible and Rigid Endoscopy

Todd Tams, DVM, DACVIM(SAIM)

4/2-3/2023 4/6/2023 4/7-8/2023 4/23-25/2023

6/6-8/2023 6/24-26/2023

Jack Walther Recent Boot Camp Stifle Surgery

Don Hulse, DVM, DACVS

Basic Abdominal Ultrasound

Bob Cole, DVM, DACVR

7/20-22/2023

Advanced Fracture Repair

Don Hulse, DVM, DACVS

7/24-26/2023

Veterinary Technician Symposium

8/20-22/2023

Soft Tissue Surgery

Nancy Zimmerman, DVM, MS, CCRT, DACVS

Maxillofacial Trauma in Dogs and Cats: Imaging, Surgical Planning & Repair

Boaz Arzi, DVM, DAVDC,DEVDC, FF-AVDC-OMFS

9/10-12/2023

Intermediate Abdominal Ultrasound

Bob Cole, DVM, DACVR

9/14-16/2023

Basic Fracture Repair

Don Hulse, DVM, DACVS

9/24-26/2023

Advanced Surgical Procedures for the General Practitioners

William Culp, VMD, DACVS (SA)

7/9-10/2023

9/7-9/2023

10/2-4/2023

Veterinary Practice Managers Symposium

10/2-4/2023

Advanced Veterinary Technician Symposium

10/15-16/2023

Upper GI Endoscopy for the Primary Care Veterinarian

Tristian Weinkle DVM, DACVIM (SAIM)

10/26-28/2023

TPLO

Kenneth Bruecker, DVM, DACVS

Advanced Soft Tissue Surgery for General Practitioners

Phillipp Mayhew, BVMS, MRCVS, DACVS(SA)

Ophthalmic Examination Techniques

David Maggs DVM, BVSc, DACVO

11/10-11/2023

Ophthalmic Surgery for the GP

David Maggs DVM, BVSc, DACVO

11/18-20/2023

Stifle Surgery

Don Hulse, DVM, DACVS

12/1-4/2023

Flexible and Rigid Endoscopy

Todd Tams, DVM, DACVIM(SAIM)

12/7-9/2023

TPLO

Kenneth Bruecker, DVM, DACVS

12/10-12/2023

Advanced Abdominal Ultrasound

Bob Cole, DVM, DACVR

12/14-16/2023

Soft Tissue Surgery

Nancy Zimmerman, DVM, MS, CCRT, DACVS

11/5-7/2023 11/9/2023

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YOUR SAFETY

IS OUR TOP PRIORITY

ur number one priority at Viticus Group is the safety of our participants, exhibitors, and team O members. Viticus Group is committed to providing an environment that remains in compliance with all CDC and Clark County Health District mandates and recommendations.

Vaccinations

While Viticus Group is a strong advocate for vaccinations, we will continue to follow the mandates set forth by the CDC, State of Nevada, and local Health District. Vaccinations and/or proof of vaccinations are not required at this time; however, we will continue to update our website as we receive changes and have additional updates to share.

Hotel

Contactless check-in Keyless room entrance HVAC controls and air filters that meet or exceed recommended standards

Deep-Cleaning in Meeting Spaces I ncreased cleaning schedules for common areas and high-contact touchpoints such as doorknobs, escalator railings, and elevators

The use of disinfectant sprayer technology nightly in event spaces andalay Bay Convention Center has achieved the Global Biorisk M Advisory Council® (GBAC) STAR™ accreditation, the gold standard for prepared facilities *Information is subject to change based on the directives from the local, state, and federal guidelines.

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Merck Animal Health Presents One of Country Music’s Leading Female Artists

Ashley McBryde MANDALAY BAY BALLROOM, LEVEL 2 Tuesday, February 21 • Doors open at 7:30 PM Conference badge required for entry

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LAS VEGAS

THE GREATEST ARENA ON EARTH

All of the Lights

Travel in style and enjoy the exhilarating night life of Las Vegas. #WVC2023 experience fabulous Las Vegas in all its glory, by making the most out of your stay and experiencing what the entertainment capital of the world has to offer.

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Viticus Center: No Place Like It

If you love hands-on labs and workshops (who doesn’t?), getting CE at the Viticus Center is worth a trip. It features anything you could ever want in a training facility, but you have to come to Las Vegas and experience it yourself! Enroll in a hands-on lab during the conference to benefit from learning at the Viticus Center.

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50 YEARS OF

EXHIBIT HALL EXHILARATION! EXHIBIT HALL HOURS Monday 9:00a-5:00p Tuesday 9:00a-5:00p Wednesday 9:00a-2:00p

WVC Central

Brief mini sessions provided by Viticus Group and friends; earn CE with us inside the Exhibit Hall.

Monday - Zoetis Tuesday - To be determined Wednesday - Viticus Group

NEW THIS YEAR Zoetis Education Lounge

Visit Zoetis’ new education space on Monday, February 20 inside the Exhibit Hall.

Breaks & Lunches

Lunch will be available for purchase to WVC participants.

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 20 9:50-10:35a Exhibit Hall Break

12:25-2:00p Exhibit Hall Lunch 3:50-4:35p Exhibit Hall Break

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21 9:50-10:35a Exhibit Hall Break

12:25-2:00p Exhibit Hall Lunch 3:50-4:35p Exhibit Hall Break

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 22 9:50-10:35a Exhibit Hall Break

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Technician Lounge NEW THIS YEAR Veterinary Technicians, we invite you inside the Exhibit Hall to visit the new Technician Lounge exclusively for you.

Sponsored by:

Thanks to all of the exhibitors and sponsors whose participation and involvement has made our Exhibit Hall an integral part of our Annual Conference for the last 50 years! We invite you to celebrate with us as we look forward to the next 50 years and beyond.

Exhibitors

We are proud to have industry leaders in veterinary products and services participating in our 2023 Annual Conference. Visit our more than 360,000 square feet of exhibit space!

Learning Lounge

Bite-sized educational sessions presented by sponsors/exhibitors to introduce new products, procedures, and helpful tips to energize your practice.

Luggage Storage

Stop by the exhibit hall and securely store your luggage next to the exhibitor registration at your convenience.

Vet Detective

We are proud to offer our Vet Detective Exhibit Hall game once again. Visit our participating Exhibitor Booths, ask a brief question, and get entered to win a number of fabulous prizes. The Vet Detective Drawing will take place in the Learning Lounge on Wednesday, February 22, at 1:30p.

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EDUCATION PROGRAM

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FULL DAYS

OF EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES

Enjoy all the benefits of attending a large conference: receive all the CE you need, network with thousands of industry leaders, and improve future patient care all in one week!

CE HOURS

WITHOUT ADDITIONAL PURCHASE

Get the knowledge most applicable and useful to you and your practice with a variety of CE hours available.

HANDS-ON LABS

ADDITIONAL PURCHASE REQUIRED

Discover the latest life-saving hands-on labs designed with veterinarians’ and technicians’ needs in mind.

All hands-on labs will be held at the Viticus Center - Oquendo Campus. Learn more at viticusgroup.org/oquendo-campus

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EDUCATION

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS Meet all of your CE requirements in one place.

CE CREDIT INFORMATION*

Full Conference Registration for Veterinarians with Labs

Full Conference Registration for Veterinarians and Technicians without Labs One-day Conference

Up to 46 CE Hours* Up to 37 CE Hours 7-10 CE Hours

Each 50-minute lecture provides one hour of CE credit. 25 min sessions = 0.5CE credit hour. Please check with your respective state regarding the acceptance of hours spent inside the Exhibit Hall for continuing education credit.

POTENTIAL CE HOURS* Saturday, February 18

8 CE Hours*

Sunday, February 19

8 CE Hours* | 7 CE Hours

Monday, February 20

10 CE Hours

Wednesday, February 22

10 CE Hours

Tuesday, February 21

10 CE Hours

This program will be submitted (but is not yet approved) for 37 CE hours for veterinarian & veterinary technician without labs and 46 CE hours for veterinarians with labs in jurisdictions which recognize RACE approval. * Additional CE hours may be obtained by purchasing hands-on labs or workshops. View the education program for a list of paid sessions.

Create a personalized list of favorite sessions using the My Schedule tool.** Be sure to log into your WVC Account.

Browse the program, favorite sessions, and exhibitors by clicking on the star icons.

Items will be added to your My Schedule.

Get started at viticusgroup.org/wvc-conference **Selecting favorites on My Schedule does not equal an RSVP

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Program subject to change.

HANDS-ON LABS*

Gain practical experience with over 25 hands-on learning laboratories to hone your skills. Discover the latest life-saving techniques with veterinarians’, and technicians’ needs in mind, taking place in our state-of-the-art facility less than 10 minutes away.

Labs located at Viticus Center - Oquendo Campus.

(free shuttles provided from Mandalay Bay & back)

* Additional purchase required

INDUSTRY SEMINARS

Attend an industry breakfast or lunch with your peers and explore hot topics.

REMEMBER! Reserve your seat and meal in advance for specialized Industry breakfast and lunch seminars.

Limited availability; hurry and reserve your seat.

SYMPOSIA

Symposia provided by top industry partners cover the latest developments and cutting-edge information in a wide variety of subjects.

Sponsored by:

WORKSHOPS*

Workshops have limited enrollment to allow for group activity and high instructor/student interactions.

Limited availability; act now and reserve your seat. * Additional purchase required

2023 Conference Notes

Conference Notes will release on February 2023 with access provided for one year through MyAccount on ViticusGroup.org.

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

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SMALL ANIMAL HIGHLIGHTS A NESTHESIA

Ralph Harvey, DVM, MS, DACVAA University of Tennessee

C AR DIOLOGY

Sheila Carrera-Justiz, DVM, DACVIM (Neurology) Clinical Associate Professor, University of Florida

DISASTER M EDI CI N E Jenifer Chatfield, DVM, DACZM, DACVPM 4J Conservation Center

PAIN M ANAG E M E N T Mark Epstein, DVM, CVPP, DABVP Total Bond Veterinary Hospitals 2022 WVC Speaker of the Year

S PO RTS MEDI CI N E Debra Canapp, DVM, CCRT, DACVSMR Canapp Sports Medicine

Sherman Canapp, DVM, MS, CCRT, DACVS, DACVSMR Veterinary Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Group

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

SMALL ANIMAL TOPICS

Anesthesia Behavior Dentistry Dermatology Gastroenterology Imaging Infectious Disease Integrative Medicine Nephrology Oncology Respiratory Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation Surgery Toxicology AND MORE...

HANDS-ON LAB HIGHLIGHTS TITLE

Session ID

LEAD INSTRUCTOR

Veterinary Point-of-care Ultrasound for Everyday Practice

HO16

Serge Chalhoub

Small Animal Soft Tissue Surgery

HO28

Philipp Mayhew

New & Innovative Tools & Techniques in Feline Medicine

HO23

Susan Little

CrCL: Meniscal Treatment & ECS Isolock Laboratory

HO26

Kenneth Bruecker

Intra-articular Treatment of Osteoarthritis in the Canine

HO21

Hematology in Action: Clinical Pathology Scholars Experience

Sherman Canapp Debra Canapp

HO13

Guillermo Couto

TITLE

Session ID

LEAD INSTRUCTOR

Clin. Path for Your Clinic: Clinical Pathology Scholars Experience

WS14

Rebekah Mack

WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS

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

Additional purchase required.

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AVIAN & EXOTICS HIGHLIGHTS HANDS-ON LAB HIGHLIGHTS TITLE

Session ID

LEAD INSTRUCTOR

Rabbit Dentistry Lab

HO06

Jeffrey Applegate

HER PTILE

Krista Keller, DVM, DACZM Assistant Professor at University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Copper Aitken-Palmer, DVM, PhD VetCT

HONEY BEES

Brittany Kyle, DVM Honey Bee Veterinary Consortium

S MALL MAMMAL

Dan Johnson, DVM, DABVP Avian and Exotic Animal Care and Veterinary Hospital

AVIAN & EXOTICS TOPICS Avian Honey Bee Pet Pig Reptile Small Mammal Wildlife Zoo AND MORE...

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

Additional purchase required.

FOOD ANIMAL HIGHLIGHTS FOOD ANIMAL TOPICS Beef Cattle Bison Production Communication Feedlot / Stocker Honey Bee Production Infectious Disease Nutrition Practice Management Reproduction Small Ruminants AND MORE...

B E EF CAT TLE

Amelia Woolums, DVM, MVSc, PhD, DACVIM (LAIM) Mississippi State University

FE EDLOT/STO CK E R Tim Holt, DVM Colorado State University

LEADERSHIP AN D COM M UN I CAT I ON

Michelle Harcha, DVM, MA LeadYourShip, LLC

PARASITE AND DISASTER PREPAREDNESS Christine Navarre, DVM, MS, DACVIM Louisiana State University

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

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EQUINE HIGHLIGHTS B E HAVIO R

Gemma Pearson, BVMS, Cert AVP (EM), MSCR, MRCVS, R(D) SVS University of Edinburgh)

INF ECTIO US DI S E AS E Angela Pelzel-McCluskey, DVM, MS USDA-APHIS-Veterinary Services

NEO NATAL CARE

Nimet Browne, DVM, MPH, DACVIM (LA) Hagyard Equine Medical Institute

RE HABILITATI ON

Jane Manfredi, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVS-LA, DACVSMR (Equine) Michigan State University, College of Veterinary Medicine

EQUINE TOPICS Alternative Medicine Behavior Infectious Disease Lameness Ophthamology Preventative Care Rehabilitation Reproduction Vaccinations AND MORE...

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Don’t miss the Bridge Club Bright Minds Award recipients announcement!

Sponsored by:

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PRACTICE MANAGEMENT HIGHLIGHTS H UM AN R ESOURCES

PRACTICE MANAGEMENT TOPICS

Amanda Donnelly, DVM, MBA ALD Veterinary Consulting, LLC

Accounting & Finance Client Communication Entrance & Exit Strategies Leadership Legal Marketing Wellness Practice Operations AND MORE....

LE ADERSHIP

Josh Vaisman, MAPPCP Flourish Veterinary Consulting

PR ACTICE M AN AGE M E N T Carol Hurst, LVT, CVPM, CVJ, CCFP Encore Vet Group

T RAINING

Nan Boss, DVM Best Friends Veterinary Center

WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS

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TITLE

SESSION ID

LEAD INSTRUCTOR

Successfully Managing Conflict in Your Veterinary Practice

WS02

Kellie Olah

The Idiots Guide to Hiring & Creating an Awesome Team!

WS04

Melissa Tompkins

Inventory for the Experienced Practice Manager

WS08

Brad Patton

Bookkeeping without QuickBooks - Introduction to XERO

WS09

Jimmy Bell

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

Additional purchase required

OCTOBER 17-19, 2022 REGISTER TODAY

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CHART YOUR COURSE

PRACTICE MANAGERS - DEEP DIVE BEFORE ANNUAL CONFERENCE WHY ATTEND

EVENT DETAILS

• Sharpen existing skills and learn new, more efficient ways of performing duties • Gain a deeper understanding of elements necessary for practice success • Increase your understanding of important business elements that allow for practice growth • Share practice-ready knowledge with co-workers • Improve your worth to your practice

Date: October 17 - 19, 2022 Venue: Viticus Center

Eastern Campus - Las Vegas, NV

Disciplines:

Team Building & Working Together Operational Efficiency Business Financial Fitness

Audience: Practice Managers Veterinarians, Veterinary Technicians Practice Owners CE Hours: 18

Registration:

$495 - Space is limited Instructors:

Jenni George, CVPM Mark McGaunn, CPA/PFS, CFP Monica Dixon Perry, CVPM Peter Weinstein, DVM, MBA

CURRICULUM GOALS

• Address crowd-sourced high interest content • Provide meaningful instructor and learner interactions • Encourage peer networking • Strengthen entire practice team empowering

participants to learn the most up-to-date, concepts that

bolster practice success • Provide practical concepts for developing team synergy and effectiveness • Integrate speakers into the course for continued engagement with participants

Sponsored by:

Makers of Rescue™ Disinfectants

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VETERINARY TECHNICIAN HIGHLIGHTS C AR DIOLOGY

Kimberly Sederquist, RVT, VTS (Cardiology) Purdue University

DENTISTRY

Benita Altier, LVT, VTS (Dentistry) Pawsitive Dental Education

EXOTICS

Sandy Gregory, M.Ed, RVT, VTS (Physical Rehabilitation), CCRA Beacon Veterinary Specialists

L ARG E ANIMA L / EQUI N E

Sue Loly, RVT, VTS (ENT) College of Veterinary Medicine University of Minnesota, Leatherdale Equine Center

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

VETERINARY TECHNICIAN TOPICS

Cardiology Dentistry Emergency & Critical Care Feline Medicine Internal Medicine Pain Management Pediatrics Teamwork AND MORE...

HANDS-ON LAB HIGHLIGHTS TITLE

SESSION ID

LEAD INSTRUCTOR

Anesthesia Techniques for Technicians

HO01

Kate Lafferty

Dental Lab for Technicians

HO06

Benita Altier

Small Animal Abdominal Ultrasound for Technicians

HO15

Serge Chalhoub

SESSION ID

SPEAKER(S)

WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS TITLE

Peripheral Catheters

WS10

Amy Newfield

Introduction to Animal Physical Rehabilitation

WS11

Sandy Gregory

Interpreting ECGs

WS12

Kimberly Sederquist

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

Additional purchase required

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

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960 S. Las Vegas Blvd.

Toll-free: 877.632.5000 Distance to Convention Center: Attached to Host Hotel

3900 S. Las Vegas Blvd.

Toll-free: 800.926.4737 Distance to Convention Center: .3 miles

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Toll-free: 800.933.7733 Distance to Convention Center: .5 miles

3799 S. Las Vegas Blvd.

Toll-free: 877.880.0880 Distance to Convention Center: 1.2 miles

3770 S. Las Vegas Blvd.

Toll-free: 866.562.3472 Distance to Convention Center: 1.4 miles

2425 E. Oquendo Rd. Toll-free: 866.800.7326 Distance to Convention Center: 5.4 miles

OCTOBER 17-19, 2022 REGISTER TODAY

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CHART YOUR COURSE

HANDS-ON TRAINING FOR TECHNICIANS CHART YOUR COURSE THIS OCTOBER EVENT DETAILS

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE

Date: October 17 - 19, 2022 Venue: Viticus Center Oquendo Campus - Las Vegas, NV Disciplines: Behavior, Chronic Pain & Patient Safety Audience: Veterinary Technicians

· Focused, hands-on exercises that translate immediately to new skills · Opportunity to master techniques in the superbly equipped Viticus Center · Connect with a like-minded “family” of technicians who wish to further their careers · Time for FUN, too!

VEGAS HOSPITALITY

Enjoy complimentary transportation to and from the Viticus Center and the partnered hotel. Lunch meals will be provided as part of your registration.

CE Hours: 24 Registration:

$415 - Space is limited Keynote Speaker: Kelly Cairns DVM, MS, DACVIM (Small Animal Internal Medicine),

SPONSORED IN PART BY

Vice President, Medical Excellence and Education, Thrive Pet Healthcare

Get ready to chart your course at the Veterinary Technician Symposium this October!

Learn from these amazing instructors!

Monique Feyrecilde CVT, VTS (Behavior)

Tasha McNerny BS, CVT, CVPP, VTS (Anesthesia & Analgesia)

Jennifer Keen RVT

Amanda Shelby RVT, VTS (Anesthesia & Analgesia)

Liz Brown RVT

Carolyn Spivock RVT

Debbie Martin RVT, CPDT-KA, KPA CTP, VTS (Behavior)

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

Amy Ramirez LVT, LAT

Learn from industry-renowned experts

NEED CE NOW? OCT.

2-4 $1,100

CE Hours: 8 Ophthalmic Examination Techniques: Getting the Most of Your Eye Exam

Browse our upcoming Hands-on Lab courses in a variety of topics and amazing intructors, that will help you enhance your practice

OCT.

OCT.

14-15

$2,600

27-29

CE Hours:22 Advanced Tooth Extractions and Fractured Tips: Staying in the Frying Pan, Avoiding the Fire

$2,250

CE Hours: 16 Ophthalmic Surgery for the General Practitioner: Routine and Emergency Treatment of the Eyes

$2,900

CE Hours: 20 Practical Techniques in Soft Tissue and Orthopedic Surgery

LEARN MORE AT

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We h o p e t o s e e you soon!

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