december 2024
10dec6:30 pm8:00 pmSoutheast Chapter Meeting December 2024Canine Osteoarthritis
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Making S.T.R.I.D.E.S Towards Optimal Osteoarthritis Care: A Comprehensive Approach Join us for an in-depth exploration of osteoarthritis (OA), focusing on its pathophysiology, impact on joint health, and stages
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Making S.T.R.I.D.E.S Towards Optimal Osteoarthritis Care: A Comprehensive Approach
Join us for an in-depth exploration of osteoarthritis (OA), focusing on its pathophysiology, impact on joint health, and stages of progression. This lecture emphasizes a multimodal approach to managing OA, particularly the role of dietary management in addressing osteoarthritis-associated pain.
We will delve into the latest insights on medical management, examining the mechanisms and clinical applications of various injectable therapies, including corticosteroids, hyaluronic acid, platelet-rich plasma (PRP), and stem cell therapy. Additionally, we will discuss specific dietary strategies that can help reduce inflammation and improve joint function, providing a holistic framework for pain management.
By the end of this session, attendees will have a comprehensive understanding of how to effectively manage OA through an integrated approach that combines innovative medical treatments with targeted dietary interventions, ultimately enhancing patient outcomes.
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Speaker: Dr. Courtney A. Campbell, DVM, DACVS-SA
Bio: Dr. Campbell is a board-certified veterinary surgeon specializing in orthopedic, soft tissue, and minimally invasive procedures. He has spent the past 8 years practicing in Santa Barbara and Ventura, California. Now, he is thrilled to announce the launch of Stitches Veterinary Surgery, a state-of-the-art specialty hospital in Long Beach.
Dr. Campbell is also passionate about education. He has combined his passions for both veterinary medicine and education through his work as a podcast host, a veterinary medical correspondent on daytime talk shows, and as a clinical instructor at Colorado State University’s Translational Medicine Institute.
As he embarks on this exciting new chapter with the launch of Stitches Veterinary Surgery, Dr. Campbell is filled with a profound sense of gratitude and anticipation for the possibilities that lie ahead in 2024 and beyond.
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(Tuesday) 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
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Melissa Garcia scvmase@gmail.comAPPROVED FOR ONE HOUR CALIFORNIA STATUTORY CEU
10dec6:30 pm9:00 pmSaddleback-Capo Valley Chapter Meeting December 2024Vestibular Disease
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A General Review of Vestibular Diseases in Dogs (& Cats) ***Click Here to RSVP*** This talk will cover a brief review of
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A General Review of Vestibular Diseases in Dogs (& Cats)
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This talk will cover a brief review of vestibular anatomy, localization, common diseases, and recommended approach for diagnostics and treatments with case examples/discussion.
Speaker: Dr. Emily Sun, DVM, Dip.ACVIM
Bio: Dr. Sun graduated from UC Berkeley in 2015 with a Bachelor of Science in Molecular Environmental Biology. She then received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from Western University of Health Sciences in 2020. Following graduation, Dr. Sun completed a one-year rotating internship in Small Animal Medicine and Surgery at VCA California Veterinary Specialists in Ontario, California, followed by a three-year residency (2021-2024) in small animal neurology/neurosurgery at Auburn University, Alabama. She also completed a Masters Degree in Veterinary Biomedical Sciences during her residency. Dr. Sun is happy to return to sunny southern California and call it her new and hopefully final home. As someone who grew up in Beijing, China, Dr. Sun is fluent in Mandarin.
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(Tuesday) 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
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Hilton Garden Inn Lake Forest
23131 Lake Center Drive, Lake Forest, CA 92630
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Dr. Laura Weatherford, laurawdvm@aol.comAPPROVED FOR ONE HOUR CALIFORNIA STATUTORY CEU
10dec7:00 pm8:30 pmSouth Bay Chapter Meeting December 2024 **New Location**OA in Dogs
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Osteoarthritis in Dogs: A Multifactorial Disease Requiring a Multimodal Approach **Click Here to RSVP**
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Osteoarthritis in Dogs: A Multifactorial Disease Requiring a Multimodal Approach
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**Please note that the meeting location has been changed to Dave & Busters, situated within the Del Amo Fashion Center. This new venue offers ample free parking and a quiet atmosphere, making it an ideal setting for our presentation. This will be our permanent location for all future meetings unless noted.**
**Please RSVP by Friday December 6th**
Speaker: Paris Revoir, DVM
Bio: Dr. Revoir, a graduate of the Michigan State University (MSU) College of Veterinary Medicine, began his career as an associate in small animal practice in Midland, Mich. Four years later, he joined Hill’s Pet Nutrition as a professional services representative in the Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minn. area. In 1990, Dr. Revoir opened PetWorks Veterinary Hospital, a full-service small animal practice in Overland Park, Kan., that was recognized for innovation. In 1999, he received the prestigious Distinguished Veterinary Alumni Award from the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) at Michigan State, which honors one MSU CVM graduate annually for excellence in private practice. During his time in private practice in Overland Park, Dr. Revoir hosted “Pet Talk,” a live ask-the-vet radio call-in program, and served on several animal health industry practitioner advisory boards. In 2003, he returned to industry for years of service at Hill’s, Bayer Animal Health, Merck Animal Health and Zomedica, where he provided technical support to marketing, customer service and field sales organizations; worked with key opinion leaders and veterinary colleges; and offered critical input to R&D teams. In 2021, after one year with Zomedica, Dr. Revoir received the prestigious Professional Services Veterinarian of the Year award. Dr. Revoir joined American Regent Animal Health in 2022 as a Technical Services Veterinarian where he continues to support veterinarians in practice. He currently resides in Minnetrista, Minn., with his wife Tracy (also an accomplished veterinarian), their two cats Gracie and Skeeter, and their dog Tilly.
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(Tuesday) 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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Teri Fisher, Teri.fisher@vca.comAPPROVED FOR ONE HOUR CALIFORNIA STATUTORY CEU
11decAll DaySan Gabriel Chapter NO MEETING IN DECEMBERWe look forward to seeing you in 2025!
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We look forward to seeing you in 2025!
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We look forward to seeing you in 2025!
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All Day (Wednesday)
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Dr. Jessica Chen: sgvchapterscvma@gmail.comAPPROVED FOR ONE HOUR CALIFORNIA STATUTORY CEU
11dec12:30 pm1:30 pmSCVCES- Debunking the Myths About FIP Treatment **WEDNESDAY WEBINAR**FIP
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Debunking the Myths About FIP Treatment ***Click Here to Register*** **This webinar will be on WEDNESDAY** This webinar will
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Debunking the Myths About FIP Treatment
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**This webinar will be on WEDNESDAY**
This webinar will focus on correcting common misconceptions surrounding newly available antiviral therapy for FIP, responding to frequently asked questions, and providing insights from FIP therapy research. This will include data and expertise gained from studying over 5 years of use of this drug on the black market. The session will incorporate lots of pro-tips to empower veterinarians to effectively treat FIP in their own practice and reclaim this phenomenal cure into the veterinary space.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the legality of compounded GS-441524 and gain confidence in explaining this to owners
- Identify common misconceptions about the use of antiviral drugs for FIP; and their misguided use for FECV.
- Describe how to effectively treat FIP in a variety of clinical contexts, and within the current social media landscape
Speaker: Dr. Samantha Evans DVM, PhD, DACVP
Bio: Dr. Samantha Evans is a native of Boulder, Colorado and attended Colorado State University for her BS in chemistry, followed by a combined DVM/PhD program at the University of California Davis, where her PhD dissertation focused on feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) latency. Next, Dr. Evans completed a medicine and surgery internship at Michigan State University and then circled back to CSU for a residency in clinical pathology. She was faculty at the Ohio State University for four years but is now back home in Colorado as an assistant professor of clinical pathology at CSU’s College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. Dr. Evans lives in Fort Collins with 1 dog, 2 cats, 3 babies, and her husband David, and studies feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) from both diagnostic and therapeutic perspectives.
Speaker: Nicole Jacque
Bio: A graduate of the university of Wisconsin-Madison, Nicole is a longstanding advocate for feline welfare, with over a decade of experience working in various capacities with rescues and rescue clinics. She currently serves on the Board of Directors of SNAPCats, a special needs cat rescue and sanctuary located in Santa Rosa, California. Nicole is also the co-founder of FIP Global C.A.T.S. a not-for-profit group which provides support for FIP treatment to individuals and rescues, fundraises for FIP research, and advocates for the needs of cats with FIP.
After losing her cat Theodore to FIP in 2018, Nicole became passionate about advocating for research funding and development of new treatment options for cats with FIP. This advocacy led to ongoing research collaboration with Dr. Samantha Evans’ FIP research group, co-authoring papers on FIP treatment, with a particular focus on the emerging phenomenon of unregulated black market FIP treatment.
In addition to her efforts in the animal advocacy space, Nicole is a full-time software engineering manager and cat mom, and amateur race car driver.
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(Wednesday) 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
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Zoom
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SCVMAINFO@SCVMA.ORGAPPROVED FOR ONE HOUR CALIFORNIA STATUTORY CEU
12dec12:00 pm1:00 pmSCVMA, Animal Dermatology, & MiDog Present: Yellow Fungus DiseaseFree CE Webinar
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SCVMA, Animal Dermatology Group, and MiDog Present: Feeling Blue? Well, At Least You Can Diagnose “Yellow Fungus Disease” with NGS Technology! Free Webinar! Approved
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SCVMA, Animal Dermatology Group, and MiDog Present:
Feeling Blue?
Well, At Least You Can Diagnose “Yellow Fungus Disease” with NGS Technology!
Free Webinar!
Approved for one hour California Statutory CEU
Thursday, December 12, 2024
12:00 – 1:00 PM PT
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Fungal infections can be challenging to identify and diagnose, especially in early stages. Yellow fungus disease, commonly caused by Nannizziopsis organisms, poses a significant risk to all reptiles and can lead to death if untreated. Understanding fungal infections can help you diagnose treat your patients more effectively, so please consider joining us at our upcoming event to learn more about Nannizziopsis in reptile health!
Our newest board member, Dr. Krista Keller (DVM, DACZM), will be sharing her expertise on:
- Clinical presentation of Nannizziopsis
- Strategies to diagnose and treat Nannizziopsis
- Discussion of an infection trial of Nannizziopsis in reptiles
This webinar is a great opportunity to broaden your understanding of fungal infections and learn from an expect about how NGS can shed light on reptile health and key pathogen diagnosis. If you’re interested in learning more while earning free CE credit, please register now!
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DR. KRISTA KELLER, DVM, DACZM | University of California Davis
A board-certified specialist in zoological medicine, Dr Krista Keller is currently Associate Professor of Clinical Zoological Companion Animal Medicine and Surgery at the University of California, Davis. In this role she teaches the next generation of amazing veterinarians and zoological medicine specialists while providing clinical care for birds, reptiles, amphibians, and mammals. Her research is focused on mycotic (fungal) infections of reptiles whether it be understanding the mechanisms of disease manifestation or exploring novel diagnostic and therapeutic options.
– Board Certified Specialist in Zoological Medicine
– Associate Professor of Clinical Zoological Companion Animal Medicine and Surgery, Department of Medicine and Epidemiology, UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine
– MiDOG Board Member
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(Thursday) 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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Webinar
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MiDog Animal Diagnostics(833) 456-4364
12dec6:30 pm9:00 pmOrange County Chapter Meeting December 2024Non Healing Corneal Ulcers
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Why a Corneal Ulcer Does Not Heal ***Click Here to RSVP*** The cornea, the transparent front layer of the eye, plays
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Why a Corneal Ulcer Does Not Heal
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The cornea, the transparent front layer of the eye, plays a vital role in maintaining clear vision. A corneal ulcer, an open sore on the cornea, often arises due to infections, trauma, or underlying conditions. While most corneal ulcers heal with prompt medical attention, some cases present a significant challenge, showing delayed or incomplete healing. Understanding why a corneal ulcer fails to heal is crucial for effective management and preventing complications such as vision loss. Factors such as persistent infection, inadequate treatment, systemic conditions, or improper care of underlying causes can hinder the healing process. This discussion delves into the multifaceted reasons behind non-healing corneal ulcers, emphasizing the importance of accurate diagnosis and tailored therapeutic approaches to restore ocular health
**LIMITED to 70 attendees**
Speaker: Dr. Michael Chang, DVM, DACVO
Bio: Dr. Chang has been practicing as an ophthalmologist in the Greater Los Angeles area for the past 20 years. He received his doctorate in Veterinary Medicine in Taiwan and his ECFVG certificate from Purdue University. Afterward, he completed a rotational internship in small animal medicine and surgery at the VCA West Los Angeles Animal Hospital before returning to Purdue University to pursue a residency in Comparative Ophthalmology. Since then, Dr. Chang has been practicing at VCA West Los Angeles, one of the largest and most prestigious multi-specialty animal hospitals on the west coast. He is excited to serve the San Gabriel Valley community. When he’s not at the clinic, Dr. Chang enjoys spending time with his family watching sports and with his two Ragdolls.
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(Thursday) 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
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Citrus Cafe of Tustin
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Autumn Lindsay-McIntyre, scvmaoc@gmail.comAPPROVED FOR ONE HOUR CALIFORNIA STATUTORY CEU
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Tax Planning for 2024 and an Unpredictable 2025 ***Click Here to Register*** **This webinar will be on WEDNESDAY**
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Tax Planning for 2024 and an Unpredictable 2025
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**This webinar will be on WEDNESDAY**
Speaker: Tom McFerson, CPA, ABV
Bio: Originally from Fresno, Tom ventured south for college and is a graduate of Loyola Marymount University. Tom is one of only a few CPAs serving the veterinary community that is accredited in Business Valuations by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants.
Gatto McFerson, CPAs specializes in providing financial, tax, and purchase/sale consulting services to the veterinary industry.
Outside of work, Tom plays a lot of tennis, is an active dad with his three kids, and loves to travel with his wife and family, which includes a lovable lab.
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(Wednesday) 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
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Zoom
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SCVMAINFO@SCVMA.ORGAPPROVED FOR ONE HOUR CALIFORNIA STATUTORY CEU
january 2025
07jan12:30 pm1:30 pmSCVCES- Antimicrobial Stewardship in Clinical PracticeAntimicrobial Stewardship
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Antimicrobial Stewardship in Clinical Practice ***Click Here to Register*** Speaker: Laurel Redding, VMD, PhD
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Antimicrobial Stewardship in Clinical Practice
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Speaker: Laurel Redding, VMD, PhD
Bio: Laurel E. Redding, VMD, PhD, DACVPM is a veterinary epidemiologist with expertise in the epidemiology and transmission dynamics of microbes at the human/animal interface. Her research seeks to: to understand how animal contact affects the health of the gut microbiome and epidemiology of Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) in people and to promote antimicrobial stewardship in veterinary medicine by identifying effective stewardship interventions and formulating guidelines for antimicrobial use.
She is an internationally recognized expert on the epidemiology of Clostridioides difficile infection, determinants of gut microbiota health, and patterns and drivers of antimicrobial use in multiple species of veterinary importance. She has an extensive publication record on these topics and has delivered many talks on related subjects to diverse groups, including researchers/universities, veterinary and human health stakeholders, and the lay public.
Dr. Redding’s research has been funded by the National Institutes of Health, the United States Department of Agriculture, the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, and the Human Animal Bond Research Institute. Her peer-reviewed scholarship has appeared in journals such as Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, the Open Forum for Infectious Diseases, PLOS One, Anaerobe, Zoonoses and Public Health, Preventive Veterinary Medicine, the Veterinary Record, and Frontiers in Veterinary Medicine.
She serves as the director of the Human-Animal Health Interface for the Center for Sustainable Agriculture and Food Safety at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine. She is a member of the Research Council at Penn Vet and of the Graduate Group in Epidemiology and Biostatistics and serves on the boards of the American College of Veterinary Preventive Medicine, Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association, and Conference for Research Workers in Animal Disease.
Dr. Redding holds a V.M.D. and Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania and board certification from the American College of Veterinary Preventive Medicine.
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(Tuesday) 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
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Zoom
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SCVMAINFO@SCVMA.ORGAPPROVED FOR ONE HOUR CALIFORNIA STATUTORY CEU
21jan12:30 pm1:30 pmSCVCES- 2025 Employment Law Update and Best Practices Discussion2025 Laws
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2025 Employment Law Update and Best Practices Discussion ***Click Here to Register*** Speaker: Shannon Jenkins, Esq., SHRM-SCP
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2025 Employment Law Update and Best Practices Discussion
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Speaker: Shannon Jenkins, Esq., SHRM-SCP
Bio: Shannon Jenkins, esq has 25 years of litigation experience with a primary focus on Employment Law. Her practice represents employers in disputes from pre-litigation through jury trial or bench verdict, individual, class action and representative cases, administrative, judicial forum(s) and alternative dispute resolution. This experience includes defending all manner of alleged harassment, discrimination and retaliation, breach of employment agreement, wage and hour, breach of confidentiality agreement, wrongful termination and virtually every type of related statutory, tort or contract claims using an array of trial technology. She also provides non-litigation, business counseling services including required sexual harassment/anti-bullying training and preparation of the spectrum of pre-hire/hire/post-hire and termination documentation. Shannon gives employers the tools they need to successfully administer their workforce in compliance with Federal and California laws.
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(Tuesday) 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
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Zoom
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SCVMAINFO@SCVMA.ORGAPPROVED FOR ONE HOUR CALIFORNIA STATUTORY CEU
february 2025
08feb6:00 pm9:30 pm2025 SCVMA Annual CelebrationReservations and Sponsorship Available
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YOU'RE INVITED! SCVMA ANNUAL
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(Saturday) 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm
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SCVMAINFO@SCVMA.ORGAPPROVED FOR ONE HOUR CALIFORNIA STATUTORY CEU