90th Annual Fall Conference for Veterinarians
Conference Schedule
Thursday, September 10, 2009 | Friday, September 11, 2009
For a printable copy of the registration form, including the schedule, click here.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Public Health | Small Animal I | Small Animal II | Bovine & Camelid | Equine
Public Health, 2251 Basic Sciences Building
| 8:00 - 8:40 a.m. | Antimicrobial resistance: Current thinking on causes and policy John A. Herrmann |
This discussion will review the current literature on the role of veterinary use of antimicrobials in the development of antimicrobial resistant bacterial strains. The implications for human and animal health will be discussed. |
| 8:40- 9:20 a.m. |
MRS in veterinary medical and human medical facilities Mike Perry H. Fred Troutt |
This lecture will discuss recent findings regarding the distribution of MRS in animals, the general public, and veterinarians. Control strategies and the implications for patient health, public health, and occupational health will be explored. |
| 9:20 - 10:00 a.m. | Ethics and liability: Caring for the pets of the immune compromised Yvette J. Johnson-Walker Gregg A. Scoggins |
This discussion will review the current literature on important zoonoses associated with companion animals and discuss the role of the veterinarian in protecting the health of the client. Ethical and legal liability issues will be explored. |
- The two hour pre-conference public health session provides 2.0 CE.
September 10:Public Health | Small Animal I | Small Animal II | Bovine & Camelid | Equine
Small Animal I, 2251 Basic Sciences Building
| 10:00- 10:50 a.m. |
Adventures in deep space:
The canine and feline retina Mary K. Zarfoss |
Explore the beautiful and often mysterious posterior segment, including the retina. This lecture will review retinal anatomy, physiology, and common diseases. [1.0 CE] |
| 11:00- 11:50 a.m. | The tumor vs. the eye: Orbital and intraocular neoplasia Ralph E. Hamor |
Intraocular and orbital neoplasia can be devastating to the globe, but can be even more devastating to the patient. This lecture will present vision- and patient-sparing techniques for ocular neoplasia. [1.0 CE] |
| 11:50 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. |
Lunch [Tent North of Basic Sciences Building] |
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| 1:00- 1:50 p.m. |
Small animal ocular emergencies Mary K. Zarfoss |
Does your heart skip a beat when you hear your receptionist say, ‘There is a dog with a cloudy eye coming in this afternoon’? This lecture will provide you with some tools for handling the common ocular emergencies seen in small animal practice. [1.0 CE] |
| 2:00- 2:50 p.m. |
Neurology: There is more to an ophthalmic neurologic examination than a pupillary light reflex Ralph E. Hamor |
A simple, but complete, neuro-ophthalmic examination can provide a clinician with a significant amount of useful information. This information can assist in the evaluation of ocular and neurologic health as well as the prognosis of ocular and neurologic disease. A little bit of knowledge in this area can go a long way in assisting both you and your patient. [1.0 CE] |
| 2:50- 3:10 p.m. |
Break [Atriums in Basic Sciences Building and Large Animal Clinic] |
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| 3:10- 5:00 p.m. |
Ophthalmology case discussion: Let’s learn together Ralph E. Hamor |
Join in a case discussion of some common and unusual cases that will test your diagnostic skills and also teach you a few new treatments. An interactive format that encourages discussion between audience members and the presenter will be utilized for this presentation. [2.0 CE] |
September 10:Public Health | Small Animal I | Small Animal II | Bovine & Camelid | Equine
Small Animal II, 100 Large Animal Clinic
| 10:00- 10:50 a.m. |
Diagnosis and beyond: Advanced cancer diagnostics for the general practitioner Jacqueline M. Wypij |
Your patient’s signalment, history, and physical examination all support a diagnosis of cancer. What can you offer your client? Moving beyond the basics, this lecture will discuss newer diagnostic options to aid the general practitioner in providing optimal care. [1.0 CE] |
| 11:00- 11:50 a.m. | Nutrition and cancer: What’s the scoop? Jacqueline M. Wypij |
This lecture will focus on the role of nutrition in small animal cancer patients. What diets might prevent or predispose to cancer development? Can supplements help treat cancer? What is the best diet to feed the pet receiving chemotherapy? A review of relevant scientific literature will help guide your future professional recommendations. [1.0 CE] |
| 11:50 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. |
Lunch [Tent North of Basic Sciences Building] |
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| 1:00- 1:50 p.m. |
Evolution of cancer therapies: From butter knife to Gamma knife Timothy M. Fan |
This lecture will focus on how animal health care providers are able to provide better and more advanced treatments for cancer based upon exponential growth in our understanding for how cancers grow and spread. The presentation will provide a historical perspective on what milestones have been accomplished with regards to treating cancer. Also included in the lecture will be specific examples of the most novel and commerically-available therapies that can be used by the companion animal veterinarian for most effectively treating common cancers in dogs and cats. [1.0 CE] |
| 2:00- 2:50 p.m. |
Targeting canine mast cell tumors Laura D. Garrett |
This lecture will discuss clinical presentations and work-up of dogs with mast cell tumors. Prognostic factors that help in predicting how this variable cancer is going to act will be discussed. Treatment options, including new targeted therapies, will be highlighted. [1.0 CE] |
| 2:50- 3:10 p.m. |
Break [Atriums in Basic Sciences Building and Large Animal Clinic] |
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| 3:10- 4:00 p.m. |
Stuck on the receiving end: Managing chemotherapy side effects Jacqueline M. Wypij |
Whether you administer chemotherapy or refer your cancer patients, you are likely the first person called when your client has concerns. What treatments do you prescribe for a patient’s side effects? This lecture will review current recommendations for medical care of chemotherapy side effects, including gastrointestinal upset, organ toxicity, myelosuppression, and sepsis. [1.0 CE] |
| 4:10 - 5:00 p.m. | Saying goodbye is never easy: The empathetic veterinarian Jacqueline M. Wypij |
Cancer and other terminal diseases are difficult for clients to deal with medically, financially, and emotionally. This discussion will be an open format covering key aspects of grief counseling such as communication techniques, quality of life assessment, and special situations such as helping children and staff members. Participant interaction and personal stories are encouraged. [1.0 CE] |
September 10:Public Health | Small Animal I | Small Animal II | Bovine & Camelid | Equine
Bovine & Camelid, 2271C Basic Sciences Building
| 10:00- 10:50 a.m. |
Update from the state veterinarian Mark J. Ernst |
This presentation will provide participants with a current overview of the Illinois animal health programs administered by the Department of Agriculture as well as recent disease activity that will be of interest to attendees. The focus will be on those programs and diseases generating current activity within and outside of Illinois. [1.0 CE] |
| 11:00- 11:50 a.m. | Abdomenocentesis in cattle Robert J. Callan |
Abdomenocentesis with cytological evaluation provides an important tool for evaluating the ruminant abdomen. The indications, procedure, and interpretation of abdomenocentesis in cattle and other livestock will be discussed. [1.0 CE] |
| 11:50 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. |
Lunch [Tent North of Basic Sciences Building] |
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| 1:00- 1:50 p.m. |
Camelid critical care
tips and tricks: Part 1 Robert J. Callan |
Placement and maintenance of an intravenous catheter is crucial in providing proper support for many critical care cases. This presentation will discuss some of the methods for intravenous catheter placement along with simple techniques for stabilization and long-term maintenance. [1.0 CE] |
| 2:00- 2:50 p.m. |
Camelid critical care
tips and tricks: Part 2 Robert J. Callan |
Intravenous fluid support is fundamental in the treatment of critical care patients. This session will discuss how to determine and monitor hydration status as well as how to determine appropriate fluid type and rates. Plasma and whole blood transfusions will also be discussed. [1.0 CE] |
| 2:50- 3:10 p.m. |
Break [Atriums in Basic Sciences Building and Large Animal Clinic] |
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| 3:10- 4:00 p.m. |
Camelid critical care
tips and tricks: Part 3 Robert J. Callan |
Additional crtical care supportive techniques will be discussed in this lecture including parenteral nutrition, enteral nutrition, temporary gastromy of the first stomach compartment, tracheostomy, and oxygen support. [1.0 CE] |
| 4:10 - 5:00 p.m. | Current topics in camelid nutrition Robert J. Callan |
Fundamental concepts in camelid nutrition continue to be evolving. With the publication of Camelid Nutritional Requirements by the NRC, we have the opportunity for helping individual producers better balance their camelid diets. These topics will be discussed as well as issues related to vitamin E deficiency, hypertriglyceridemia, and hepatic lipidosis. [1.0 CE] |
September 10:Public Health | Small Animal I | Small Animal II | Bovine & Camelid | Equine
Equine, 80 Small Animal Clinic
| 10:00- 10:50 a.m. |
Worms are not all that evil Dennis D. French |
This lecture will discuss the fact that some parasites left in horses may be beneficial if theyhave the proper genetics. [1.0 CE] |
| 11:00- 11:50 a.m. | Respiratory limtations at exercise are not limited to the race horse: Improving performance in any horse Kara M. Lascola |
Respiratory disease is second only to lameness in causing decreased performance in athletic horses and can even impact the quality of life of non-performance horses. Inflammatory airway disease and recurrent airway obstruction are two forms of lower airway diseases that can affect all types of horses. This lecture will highlight current advances in diagnosing and treating these diseases in horses. [1.0 CE] |
| 11:50 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. |
Lunch [Tent North of Basic Sciences Building] |
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| 1:00- 1:50 p.m. |
Ultrasound vs. MRI of tendons Allison A. Stewart |
This lecture discusses the use of MRI in evaluation of tendons when ultrasound evaluation is inconclusive or doesn’t fit with the clinical progression of the case. [1.0 CE] |
| 2:00- 2:50 p.m. |
Equine dentistry Carol H. Akers |
Equine dentistry in the past ten years has progressed dramatically and recognition of dental pathology and awareness of treatment options continues to improve. A brief overview of normal equine dental anatomy, examples of some common pathologies and how to treat them, how to take dental radiographs, how to perform dental nerve blocks, and some examples of advanced dental treatments will be included in this lecture. [1.0 CE] |
| 2:50- 3:10 p.m. |
Break [Atriums in Basic Sciences Building and Large Animal Clinic] |
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| 3:10- 4:00 p.m. |
The indications and use of bisphosphonates (Tildron) for equine lameness Matthew C. Stewart |
This lecture will review the bisphosphonates, their mode of action, and the role of the cell type targeted by BPs, the osteoclast, in osteoarthritis. This session will also review the data currently available that supports the use of bisphosphonate therapy in the treatment of equine joint disease. In the context of this presentation, participation from attendees will be encouraged, to provide a profession-wide perspective on the use of Tildron in horses. [1.0 CE] |
| 4:10- 5:00 p.m. |
Outcomes of horses with foot pathologies detected with MRI Santiago D. Gutierrez Nibeyro |
The lecture will cover current information on the long-term outcome of lesions detected and treated after diagnostic MRI examination. [1.0 CE] |
Small Animal I | Small Animal II | Small Animal III | Behavior | Equine | Public Policy & Animal Well-Being
Small Animal I, 2251 Basic Sciences Building
| 8:00- 8:50 a.m. |
Updates on extracapsular repair of cranial cruciate ligament disease Dominique J. Griffon |
This lecture will focus on the principles and practical aspects and outcomes of recent techniques proposed for managing cranial cruciate deficiency in dogs. Cases will be used to illustrate techniques applicable to general veterinary practices such as crimp clamp technique and percutaneous extra-capsular repair in contrast to technically challenging procedures such as tibial tuberosity advancement and tibial plateau leveling osteotomy. [1.0 CE] |
| 9:00-9:50 a.m. | Update on medial compartment disease of the canine elbow Dominique J. Griffon |
This lecture will briefly review the components of medial compartment disease of the canine elbow prior to focusing on traditional and advanced diagnostic techniques. Cases will be used to illustrate current surgical options and propose an algorithm for the treatment of elbow dysplasia. [1.0 CE] |
| 9:50- 10:10 a.m. |
Break [Atriums in Basic Sciences Building and Large Animal Clinic] |
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| 10:10 a.m.- Noon |
Small animal soft tissue surgery: interactive case presentations Cathy L. Greenfield |
Case presentation of soft tissue surgical diseases that are common in small animal practice will be made using the iClicker technology. Possible cases include portosystemic shunts, surgical upper airway diseases (including brachycephalic airway syndrome, laryngeal paralysis, nasopharyngeal polyps), and difficult gastrointestinal surgical problems. [2.0 CE] |
| Noon- 1:00 p.m. |
Lunch [Tent North of Basic Sciences Building] |
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| 1:00- 1:50 p.m. |
Which NSAID is best? Comparison of NSAIDs using literature Wanda J. Gordon-Evans |
Is there an NSAID with a superior safety profile or efficacy for treating pain? A review of the literature will be presented in this session. [1.0 CE] |
| 2:00- 2:50 p.m. |
Test your ortho IQ: Interactive trauma case presentations Dominique J. Griffon |
This interactive session will focus predominantly on fracture cases, illustrating decision-making in fracture management, technical errors, and post-operative follow-up. The audience will have an opportunity to answer questions anonymously via iClicker technology, thereby driving the discussion around clinical cases. [1.0 CE] |
September 11:Small Animal I | Small Animal II | Small Animal III | Behavior
Equine | Public Policy & Animal Well-Being
Small Animal II, 2271C Basic Sciences Building
| 8:00- 9:50 a.m. |
Management of respiratory disease in small animal patients: Part 1 Marcella D. Ridgway |
A review of the major respiratory diseases of small animal patients and current recommendations for therapeutic management. [2.0 CE] |
| 9:50- 10:10 a.m. |
Break [Atriums in Basic Sciences Building and Large Animal Clinic] |
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| 10:10 a.m.- Noon |
Management of respiratory disease in small animal patients: Part 2 Marcella D. Ridgway |
A review of the major respiratory diseases of small animal patients and current recommendations for therapeutic management. [2.0 CE] |
| Noon- 1:00 p.m. |
Lunch [Tent North of Basic Sciences Building] |
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| 1:00- 2:50 p.m. |
Improving the outcomes of otitis externa in dogs Karen L. Campbell |
This lecture will provide a discussion of the following: pathogenesis of ear disorders including pinnal diseases, otitis externa, otitis media, and otitis interna; the primary, predisposing, and perpetuating factors of otitis externa; be familiar with ear anatomy; know the principles of topical and systemic therapy for ear diseases; identify clinical signs associated with otitis externa; develop list of differential diagnoses and diagnostic plans; develop treatment or management plans; develop plan for client education including the importance of identifying predisposing and primary factors as opposed to symptomatic treatment; develop long-term management plans where applicable; know the indications for lateral ear canal resection, bulla osteotomy, and total ear canal ablation. [2.0 CE] |
September 11:Small Animal I | Small Animal II | Small Animal III | Behavior
Equine | Public Policy & Animal Well-Being
Small Animal III, 2743 Basic Sciences Building
| 8:00- 9:50 a.m. |
Cytology in clinical cases Anne M. Barger Laura D. Garrett |
This lecture will provide a discussion of clinical presentations and work-up of dogs with mast cell tumors. Prognostic factors that help in predicting how this variable cancer is going to act will be discussed. Treatment options, including new targeted therapies, will be highlighted. [2.0 CE] |
| 9:50- 10:10 a.m. |
Break [Atriums in Basic Sciences Building and Large Animal Clinic] |
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| 10:10 - 11:00 a.m. | Clinical pathology of diabetes mellitus Charles E. Wiedmeyer |
Clinical pathology changes in well managed patients with diabetes mellitus can be unremarkable. However, identification of clinical pathology changes associated with ketoacidosis can be profound. This session will review the common clinical pathology abnormalities associated with ketoacidosis and pitfalls of interpretation in a case based manner. [1.0 CE] |
| 11:10 a.m. - Noon | Techniques for monitoring diabetic patients Charles E. Wiedmeyer |
Monitoring glycemic control in diabetic patients can be a challenge. This session reviews traditional methods and provides information on new methods for monitoring diabetic patients. [1.0 CE] |
| Noon- 1:00 p.m. |
Lunch [Tent North of Basic Sciences Building] |
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| 1:00- 2:50 p.m. |
Diagnostic and therapeutic approach to the vomiting patient Marcella D. Ridgway |
This lecture will address the clinical management of the vomiting patient, including diagnostic evaluation and selection of a therapeutic regimen including newer antiemetics and ancillary treatment. [2.0 CE] |
September 11:Small Animal I | Small Animal II | Small Animal III | Behavior
Equine | Public Policy & Animal Well-Being
Behavior, 100 Large Animal Clinic
| 8:00- 8:50 a.m. |
Kitty-K: A kitty’s brain is a terrible thing to waste—socializing kittens Steven Dale |
If they’re well socialized and trained to the carrier and the car from the time they’re young, kittens may be more likely to be taken to the veterinarian. Training classes with puppies has proved to enhance the owner/animal bond; it’s logical to believe the same is true for kittens, and their owners will learn things: From how to train cats to do things, to brushing teeth, to being more ‘tuned in’ to subtle signs of illness. This is a primer on how to conduct a class for kittens. [1.0 CE] |
| 9:00- 9:50 a.m. |
Brain dead fat cats: Why we must enrich our cats’ lives Steven Dale |
Life may be safer for indoor cats, but obesity and terminal boredom can lead to physiological and behavioral problems that can kill too. Activating prey drive and encouraging more family interaction may help eliminate beer bellies and certainly encourages better adjusted family companions with fewer behavioral problems, as well as enhancing the human/animal bond. [1.0 CE] |
| 9:50- 10:10 a.m. |
Break [Atriums in Basic Sciences Building and Large Animal Clinic] |
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| 10:10- 11:00 a.m. |
Resolving behavior problems the scientific way Melissa J. Bain |
Behavior modification is a science dating back many, many years. This lecture will go over the basics of learning science with videos to demonstrate the basics of the techniques. [1.0 CE] |
| 11:10 a.m.- Noon |
Truth and consequences in dog training and behavior modification Melissa J. Bain |
Don’t believe everything you see on television! This talk will be a continuation of the previous one, focusing on debunking the myths and fallacies of ‘dominance,’ ‘leadership,’ and ‘submission’ with videos and scientific explanations. [1.0 CE] |
| Noon- 1:00 p.m. |
Lunch [Tent North of Basic Sciences Building] |
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| 1:00- 1:50 p.m. |
Canine fear-based aggression: It’s not all about dominance anymore John J. Ciribassi |
While aggression has many potential causes, fear and anxiety are the most common etiologies. This talk will focus on dispelling much of the myths surrounding dominance theory as the primary motivator for canine aggressive behaviors. There will be several video presentations to assist in the description of fear-based aggression. [1.0 CE] |
| 2:00- 2:50 p.m. |
Feline aggression John J. Ciribassi |
This presentation will discuss the varied forms of feline aggression and the diagnosis and management of these conditions. The talk will utilize several video presentations of aggressive displays as a means of differentiating them more effectively. [1.0 CE] |
| 2:50- 3:15 p.m. |
Behavior Q&A Melissa J. Bain John Ciribassi Steven Dale |
This Q&A session will provide an opportunity to ask questions of the experts. [0.5 CE] |
September 11:Small Animal I | Small Animal II | Small Animal III | Behavior
Equine | Public Policy & Animal Well-Being
Equine, 80 Small Animal Clinic
| 8:00- 8:50 a.m. |
Equine ocular emergencies Amber L. Labelle |
Do you dread the pager going off in the middle of the night with an eye emergency? This lecture will give you some tools for dealing with emergent ocular disease in the horse. [1.0 CE] |
| 9:00- 9:50 a.m. |
Equine recurrent uveitis: Medical and new surgical management Amber L. Labelle |
Equine recurrent uveitis has long been the bain of equine practitioners and ophthalmologists. This lecture will address new surgical tools available to veterinary health professionals. [1.0 CE] |
| 9:50- 10:10 a.m. |
Break [Atriums in Basic Sciences Building and Large Animal Clinic] |
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| 10:10 a.m.- Noon |
Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome: From A to Z Hoyt Cheramie Pedro de Pedro Gonzalez |
This lecture will provide a discussion about gastric anatomy, gastric physiology, equine gastric ulcer syndrome etiology, and risk factors in foals and adult horses, incidence, clinical signs and effects, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. [2.0 CE] |
| Noon- 1:30 p.m. |
Lunch [Tent North of Basic Sciences Building] |
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- Dr. Cheramie's lecture is sponsored by Merial.
September 11:Small Animal I | Small Animal II | Small Animal III | Behavior
Equine | Public Policy & Animal Well-Being
Public Policy & Animal Well-Being, 2258 Basic Sciences Building
| 8:00- 8:50 a.m. |
Ensuring animal welfare: The roles of social choice, science, and standards Gail C. Golab |
Veterinarians are most comfortable when decisions about when and how to use animals for human purposes involve a careful balance between the benefits gained and the potential costs to the animals and other stakeholders involved. Not surprisingly, frustration results when carefully considered advice about what constitutes appropriate use and care seems to go unheeded. Why does our advice go unheeded? Because decisions about animal use and care are always decisions of public policy. Public policy has as much or more to do with attitudes, ethics, morals, perception, and cultural norms as it has to do with scientific truth. This lecture will help attendees understand what and who are influencing policy-making in the animal welfare arena. [1.0 CE] |
| 9:00- 9:50 a.m. |
Veterinary medicine and state legislation: AVMA resources and latest trends Adrian Hochstadt |
This lecture will cover the work the AVMA does on a regular basis at the state and federal level to impact legislation covering the veterinary medicine industry. The session will address the resources the AVMA has available to work at all levels of government to influence pending actions and will also cover the latest in trends of proposed legislation. [1.0 CE] |
| 9:50- 10:10 a.m. |
Break [Atriums in Basic Sciences Building and Large Animal Clinic] |
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| 10:10- 11:00 a.m. |
You can’t fight city hall Peter S. Weber |
It’s a common sentiment repeated over and over again by people frustrated with government that is out of touch. Unmotivated groups of people take comfort in the theory because it excuses their inaction. The fact is many colleagues would like to do something about issues impacting veterinary medicine, animals, public health, and the environment. The problems seem overwhelming but you have to ask yourself, “Isn’t someone winning?” [1.0 CE] |
| 11:10 a.m.- Noon |
Practical leadership for the animal welfare evolution at the AVMA: Lessons learned about policy and actions Gail C. Golab |
The AVMA’s developing strategy of using science-based policy and cooperative engagement will be discussed in light of increasingly complex and polarized animal welfare issues. Included will be a history of the AVMA’s engagement in the animal welfare arena and lessons learned in developing policy and implementing actions. [1.0 CE] |
| Noon- 1:00 p.m. |
Lunch [Tent North of Basic Sciences Building] |
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| 1:00- 1:50 p.m. |
The most important veterinary lecture you’ll attend in years Steven J. Dullard |
This lecture will take a look at what would have happened to veterinary medicine as practiced in Illinois if the ISVMA members were not watching out for our interests the last four years. These changes could have had a profound impact. This lecture will also address what every veterinarian should be doing to help keep our profession strong. [1.0 CE] |
| 2:00- 2:50 p.m. |
Impacting public policy Frank J. Mautino |
Attendees will have the opportunity to interact with Illinois Representative Mautino [Democrat, 76th District] to discuss issues impacting the state of Illinois and to learn how they can work more effectively with their legislators on areas of importance to the veterinary profession. [1.0 CE] |
- The lectures in this track are sponsored by the Dr. LeRoy G. Biehl Endowment Fund.