WVC announces open registration for 2019 annual conferenceOctober 2, 2018Western Veterinary Conference (WVC) has announced that registration is open for its 91st Annual Conference, scheduled for Feb. 17-20 in Las Vegas at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center. WVC's educational lineup will highlight scientific advancements in veterinary medicine through speaking sessions and interactive learning. Participants also will have the opportunity to earn annual required continuing education; hands-on labs at the Oquendo Center will give participants opportunity to practice new procedures and techniques. "We know that where you turn for education matters," said Anthony Pease, DVM, MS, DACVR, WVC's chief veterinary medical officer. "It's WVC's mission to provide solutions-based learning and practical knowledge that can be immediately applied to your practice. The annual conference is your opportunity to stay competitive and gain expert insight and hands-on experience. Most importantly, it's also the perfect chance to remind yourself of why your work truly matters." To compliment this year's educational offerings, exhibit hall, and networking opportunities, Grammy Award-winning country artist Keith Urban, Big Bang Theory actress Mayim Bialik, and motivational speaker Mel Robbins will headline the event's entertainment. Featured speakers for the 2019 conference (for a complete speaker list, visit wvc.org): Sue Ettinger, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology), …
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WVC announces second Oquendo Center vet tech symposiumJuly 27, 2018For veterinary technicians who are looking for more ways to increase their knowledge, sharpen their skills, and experience unparalleled networking to collaborate and collect new ideas, WVC Annual Veterinary Conference has announced a second veterinary technician symposium for 2018. The sold-out June 25-27 symposium, "Behavior, Anesthesia, Ultrasound," sponsored by Banfield Pet Hospital, the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA), Pathway Vet Alliance, and Fuji Sonosite, precipitated the need for an additional session. The next symposium, "Surgery, Pain Management, and Rehabilitation" sponsored by Banfield Pet Hospital, NAVTA, and Pathway Vet Alliance, is set for Aug. 6-8. Each event offers 24 hours of continuing education credits through stand-alone, hands-on sessions specifically designed for veterinary technicians. The symposia are led by fellow veterinary technicians and leaders in the field. These expert-led sessions share innovative instructional approaches and technology-present, skill-based training in critical practice areas, according to WVC. Participants work in small groups and rotate through active learning stations in order to benefit from authority-centered lectures and cooperative, small-group interaction. Hands-on labs round out the curriculum as individuals work with state-of-the-art equipment under the guidance of veteran instructors and knowledgeable equipment representatives. The symposia take place at the 70,000-square-foot Oquendo Center …
WVC announces 2019 annual conference datesApril 24, 2018In response to feedback from Western Veterinary Conference (WVC) Annual Conference attendees, the organization is moving its conference back to February and has shortened the duration by one day. Dates for the 2019 WVC Annual Conference will be Feb. 17-20 at Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas. "[Our] goal is to always respond to the needs of the profession and our participants," said David Little, WVC CEO. "Additionally, we constantly strive to provide the best value and experience possible for those attending our events. Moving the WVC Annual Conference back to February means more reasonable hotel room rates and increased availability and less competition with other major conferences." In addition, WVC also will shorten the duration of the conference by one day. The event still will launch on Sunday morning but will finish at the end of the day on Wednesday. According to the organization, it will adjust educational programming times to ensure all conference participants will continue to have a full menu of high-quality and diverse learning opportunities and will have the ability to obtain all required annual CE hours at one event. "We understand and are sensitive to the pressures on veterinary professionals, time being one …
WVC Women's Veterinary Summit registration open, speakers namedMarch 6, 2018Western Veterinary Conference announced that registration has opened for its Women's Veterinary Summit, to be held this July in Las Vegas at the Oquendo Center. The summit, in its third year, aims to help women veterinarians gain confidence, pursue their goals, and focus on leadership, communications, wellness, and success. WVC also has announced the keynote speakers for the July 22-23 event: Allison Massari has been recognized by Meeting & Conventions Magazine as one of the Top 10 Best Speakers for motivation and personal development, and has been featured on ABC, NBC, and FOX networks. After overcoming a devastating, near-fatal car accident in 1998, Massari went on to share her story, inspiring others who are suffering and helping to reinvigorate teams and avoid workplace burnout. Siri Lindley is owner and head coach for Sirius Athletes Inc. As a former World Champion Triathlete and World Champion Coach, Lindley has coached numerous athletes to Olympic medals. Lindley is also co-president of Believe Ranch & Rescue, a canine and equine rescue. Lindley, a Tony Robbins guest lecturer, has counseled numerous superstars, including Beyoncé and Justin Bieber, on how to be mentally tough and deal …
