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The Oregon Veterinary Conference is a joint effort of the Oregon Veterinary Medical Association and the Oregon State UniversityCollege of Veterinary Medicine, with the goal of providing meaningful continuing education to veterinarians and the healthcareteam. This year’s conference offers a variety of topics for the medical and practice management aspects of the companion, equineor large animal practice, as well as the opportunity for veterinarians to fulfill their APHIS accreditation renewal CE requirements.

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What’s included in the registration fee?Your registration includes all meals and refreshment breaksfor the day(s) you will attend, access to the Exhibit Hall, andthe proceedings.When will I receive my CE certificate?Your CE certificate will be included in the registration packetthat you will receive when you check-in at the conference.Will there be tables in the meeting rooms?Due to space considerations, as well as the fixed size of therooms in the Alumni Center and LaSells, most seating istheater style. To assist us in making room assignments, and,therefore, seating more comfortable for all, please indicatethe sessions you will be attending on your registration form.Can I bring my dog to the conference?If your dog is a service animal, yes. Only service animals areallowed in the facilities.Where can I find childcare?For a list of childcare providers in the Corvallis area, pleasecontact the Corvallis Tourism Board at 800/334-8188.

Why is there a fee for parking on Friday?Parking is available on campus for a fee: $10 in the ZoneB&C lots near the conference facility. There is no charge onthe weekend. Parking usage varies among attendees. Someattendees stay at nearby hotels and walk. Others carpool.Therefore, paying individually if and when you park is themost equitable option for all. For your convenience, you maywant to purchase your parking pass in advance from:https://my.parking.oregonstate.edu/sales/daily/How do I access the proceedings?The proceedings will be available on the OVMA Web site(oregonvma.org) at least 2 weeks before the meeting.Include your e-mail address on your registration form toreceive notification when the proceedings are available.Please print a hard copy of the notes for the sessions youplan to attend and/or download the files to your laptop,tablet or smartphone for onsite reference. The proceedingswill also be included in the conference app, available frommy.yapp.us/oregonvc.

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USDA APHIS Accreditation RenewalVictoria Knutson, DVMVeterinary Medical Officer, USDA APHISvictoria.l.knutson@aphis.usda.govDr. Knutson was an Animal Health Technician withUSDA APHIS before serving in the Peace Corps in Nicaragua and earningher veterinary degree at Oregon State University.Module 2 Role of Agencies & Health Certificates Module 3 ForeignAnimal, Program, and Reportable Diseases Module 11 Sheep andGoats: Disease Awareness & Health CertificatesBrianna Wilson Schur, DVMVeterinary Medical Officer, USDA APHIS541/461-0288 | brianna.w.schur@aphis.usda.govDr. Schur is the Veterinary Service representative in Alaska, Oregon andWashington. At the OVC she will be presenting training modules for smalland large animal practitioners who want to fulfill their Category 1 orCategory 2 federal accreditation requirements.Module 5 Vesicular Diseases Module 9 Interstate and International HealthCertificates Module 12 Animal Disease Traceability

Companion AnimalPeter Kintzer, DVM, DACVIM (Internal Medicine)Bay Street Veterinary Emergency Services & OceanState Veterinary Specialistspeter-kintzer@idexx.comDr. Kintzer received his veterinary degree at Cornell University and was onthe Tufts faculty for five years. He is a practitioner in internal medicine andhas written many articles and chapters on canine and feline endocrinologyand has spoken internationally on the subjects. He is a past president ofthe Society for Comparative Endocrinology.Canine Hypothyroidism: Diagnosis & Management Diagnostic andmonitoring protocols will be discussed. Update: Feline HyperthyroidismReview of this common endocrinopathy with emphasis on newdevelopments. Addison’s Disease Diagnosis and management of thisnot always straightforward disorder will be discussed. Diabetes Mellitusfor the Savvy Practitioner Review and tips for management of canineand feline diabetes in practice. Canine HyperadrenocorticismDiagnosis and treatment protocols for this potentially challenging endocrinedisorder will be addressed. Common Endocrine Questions fromPractitioners A selection of endocrine questions often posed bypractitioners will be reviewed. Commonly Misdiagnosed Diseases Thisis an interactive case-based presentation.Rick LeCouteur, BvSc, PhD, DACVIM (Neurology)Professor Emeritus, Neurology & Neurosurgery, UC Davis School ofVeterinary Medicine530/752-3599 | ralecouteur@ucdavis.eduDr. LeCouteur is a veterinary graduate of the University of Sydney,Australia and has served on the faculties at Colorado State University andthe University of California at Davis. He is a former chair of the Board ofRegents of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine and is the

Vice President of Scientific Content for the North American VeterinaryConference.Seizures: What to Do When Phenobarbital Fails Discussion of seizuredisorders of all types must precede consideration of the clinicalmanagement of epilepsy. This lecture provides a practical update on themanagement of canine and feline seizure disorders, including a review ofcurrent anti-epileptic drug options. Neuromuscular Disorders:Weakness, Paresis, or Lameness? The management of an animalsuspected to have a neuromuscular disease may be extremely frustrating,as there is a narrow range of presenting clinical signs for the numerousdisorders, regardless of the cause. This lecture will provide a diagnosticapproach for animals suspected to have a neuromuscular disorder.Movement Disorders: Making Sense of Tremors andFasciculations Cats and dogs develop a variety of unusual movementdisorders that confuse even the most seasoned clinicians because of thedifficulty in determining their neuroanatomic origin and etology. Thepurpose of this lecture is to review and discuss the clinicalpresentations of movement disorders, with emphasis on tremors andfasciculation in small animals. Cerebrovascular Disorders: Do Dogsand Cats Have Strokes? The term “cerebrovascular disease” is definedas any abnormality of the brain resulting from a pathologic processcompromising its blood supply. Pathologic processes of the blood vesselsinclude occlusion of the lumen by a thrombus or embolus, rupture of ablood vessel wall, altered permeability of the vessel wall, and increasedviscosity or other changes in the quantity of the blood. This lecture willreview ischemic and hemorrhagic stroke in cats and dogs, with anemphasis on therapeutic options.Sarah Nemanic, DVM, PhD, MS, DACVRAssistant Professor, Diagnostic Imaging, OSU CVM541/737-4812 | sarah.nemanic@oregonstate.eduDr. Nemanic earned her doctorate in the field of neuroscience from theUniversity of Texas and her veterinary degree from the University ofCalifornia at Davis. She practiced emergency medicine for several years inTucson, AZ, before becoming a diplomate of the American College ofVeterinary Radiology.Radiology: Musculoskeletal Diseases Discussion will focus on imagingmodalities for the diagnosis of musculoskeletal disorders. Radiology:Forelimb Lameness Discussion for this talk will center on the elbows andthe carpus. Radiology: Hind Limb Lameness This session will discusslameness associated with the lumbosacral, hips and stifles.Lisa Parshley, PhD, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology)Olympia Veterinary Specialists, Washington360/399-3596 | lisa.parshley@ovccpets.comDr. Parshley received a PhD in biochemistry from Oregon Health SciencesUniversity. She worked in biomedical research, prior to earning herveterinary degree at Colorado State University. In addition to her boardcertification in internal medicine (oncology), she has extensive experiencein emergency medicine, critical care, and palliative medicine.Marijuana Toxicity With recreational marijuana approved in threewestern states, there has been a correlating increase in toxicity cases withdogs. This session will look at what every veterinarian in Colorado, Oregonand Washington should know about symptoms and treatment. MedicalMarijuana The science and politics of cannabis therapy and what thefuture could hold for animals will be explored.

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David Twedt, DVM, DACVIM (Internal Medicine)Professor, Department of Clinical Sciences andBiomedical Sciences, Colorado State University970/297-5000 | twedt@colostate.eduDr. Twedt graduated from Iowa State University andcompleted an internship and medical residency ingastroenterology at Animal Medical Center in New York City. He is a pastpresident of both the ACVIM as well as the Comparative GastroenterologySociety. His publication and research interests include liver disease,gastrointestinal disease, and endoscopy.Abnormal Liver Enzymes: Clinical Approach When is a liver biopsyindicated, and how to interpret the results? This and more will beaddressed with discussion on how to work up a case with abnormalenzymes. Common Liver Diseases in the Dog New insights intodiagnosis and management of reactive hepatopathies and conditionsassociated with an elevated alkaline phosphatase will be presented.Emerging Newer Liver Diseases A review of newer liver problems,including copper associated hepatitis, gallbladder mucocele, microvasculardysplasia, ductal plate abnormalities, and more will be covered. ChronicHepatitis: Latest Update in the Dog Diagnosis and etiologies ofhepatitis will be discussed, with an emphasis on diagnosis and treatment.Update on Feline Liver Disease A review of feline liver disease with newinformation on diagnosis or therapy specific to cats, including lipidosis andcholangitis. Acute Liver Disease Acute liver disease is often associatedwith toxin or drug induced changes. The causes and management of acuteliver disease will be presented. Acute Pancreatitis in the Dog Anoverview of current thoughts on the diagnosis and therapy of acutepancreatitis will be looked at. The role of PLI test, pain management,antiemetics and nutrition will be included. Those Troublesome ChronicDiarrhea Cases Chronic diarrhea work-up requires a directed systematicapproach beginning with simple things and then advancing to moreinvolved diagnostics. From the common conditions to complex inflammatorybowel disease or protein losing enteropathies will be presented. Is ItVomiting or Regurgitation? The evaluation and management ofcommon conditions such as reflux esophagitis, megaesophagus, chronicgastritis and gastric hypomotility will be discussed.OSU CVM Faculty: Translational Research Topics inVeterinary MedicineModerator: Luiz Bermudez, MD – Biomedical Sciences, OSU CVMSMDA: A New Renal Function Biomarker for Dogs and CatsSymmetric dimethylarginine is a more sensitive biomarker than serumcreatinine for assessing chronic kidney disease in dogs and cats. ~ JeanHall, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (Internal Medicine)3-D Imaging of Cardiac Anatomy, Volume, and Function The OSUcardiology team is using 3-D imaging to study cardiovascular anatomy,chamber volumes, and cardiac function in both small and large animalswith various congenital and acquired diseases. ~ Kate Scollan, DVM,DACVIM (Cardiology)Transitional Cell Carcinoma Cross Species Transcriptome AnalysisCanine and human bladder cancer have shown similarities at thetranscriptome level, pathway level, gene expression, and at the level ofmutation counts per gene. ~ Shay Bracha, DVM, MS, DACVIM(Oncology)

Genome Sequence Analysis of Chlamydia Abortus Strains OvineEnzootic Abortion is a locally and globally significant disease caused by thebacterial pathogen Chlamydia abortus. We have whole-genome sequencesC. abortus strains from farms in the Western U.S., which were thencompared to strains isolated and sequenced in other parts of the world. ~Daniel Rockey, Ph.D.Pedical Ties Provide a Rapid and Safe Method for FelineOvariohysterectomy The specific objectives of this study were to evaluatethe rate of hemorrhage-related complications across a large number of felinepedic tie procedures and evaluate for a difference in surgical time betweentraditional pedicle double-ligation and pedicle tie procedures. ~ Kirk Miller,DVM, DABVPKoi Herpesvirus Latent Infection One of the unique features ofHerpesviridae is latent infection following a primary infection. Recent studiesdemonstrated that, like mammalian herpesviruses, KHV also became latentfollowing initial exposure. ~ Ling Jin, DVM, PhD

EquineErica McKenzie, BVMS, PhD, DACVIM, DACVSMRAssociate Professor, Large Animal Internal Medicine, OSU CVM541/737-2858 | erica.mckenzie@oregonstate.eduDr. McKenzie received her veterinary degree from Murdoch University inAustralia. She completed a residency and Ph.D. in large animal internal medicineat the University of Minnesota, where her focus was on managing muscledisease in thoroughbreds. In addition to teaching at OSU CVM, her researchinterests include alpacas, horses and racing Alaskan sled dogs.Update on Equine Myopathies This lecture will cover the newestinformation regarding the Arabian myopathy syndrome, and the utility ofdantrolene sodium in preventing exercise induced rhabdomyolysis andanesthetic myopathy. How to Get the Most Out of Your Blood WorkResults This lecture will cover comprehensive and advanced interpretation ofthe equine CBC and chemistry panel, in relationship to a variety of equinemedical disorders.Bill Moyer, DVM, DACVSMRProfessor Emeritus, Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicinewmoyer@cvm.tamu.eduDr. Moyer is recognized as an authority on advancements in equinelameness, shoeing and the treatment of foot disorders. In addition to havingserved as President of the American Association of Equine Practitioners, hehas been active with the organization’s educational programs and public policy.He has 145 publications, including textbooks, and has given more than 400presentations internationally regarding equine lameness and foot problems.Examination and Interpretation of Equine Foot Problems Footproblems are regarded as the most frequent cause of lameness and/orperformance related problems. In some instances, the examination processhas been erroneously replaced with imaging. Many horse owners are unableor unwilling to pay for diagnostic imagining. The physical examination andhistory collection review often leads to a reasonably precise conclusion andthus is the most important aspect of the diagnostic procedure. Role of theLarge Animal Practitioner in Disasters The incidence of both aural andman-made disasters has increased substantially in the last two decades. Dueto the human-animal bond, the public has every intention and expectation toinvolve veterinarians in the recovery. Drawing from experience withtornadoes, fires, explosions, flood, hurricanes and disease outbreaks, this

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presentation will focus on items to consider for one’s practice in the event ofbeing a victim, and what items to think about before heading out if one isparticipating in recovery in the community. People-Oriented CaseManagement of Horses with Chronic Laminates Unfortunately, laminitisremains a significant problem in the horse world. Managing the affectedhorse is often difficult. Managing the client and associated individuals isperplexing and frustrating at times. This session will include suggestions onhow to manage this situation. Diminishing Risks Involved with thePre-Purchase Examination Pre-purchase examinations and theirrespective aftermath have become one of the leading reasons to involvethe legal community. This presentation will provide suggested means tolessen the risks, enhance the experience, and satisfy the client or clients.Stephen Reed, DVM, DACVIM (Neurology)Veterinary Specialist, Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital, Lexington, KY859/233-0371 | sreed@roodandriddle.comDr. Reed is widely recognized for his contributions to the horse, equineveterinarians, and the veterinary profession. He is a world leader in equineneurology and has written and spoken extensively on wobbler syndrome,equine protozoal myelitis, head trauma, and the neurologic examination.He retired as an emeritus professor from The Ohio State University andcurrently practices at Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital in Lexington, KY.Neurological Disease In this session, Dr. Reed will address cervicalstenosis, EPM, EHM and other concerns with the equine. RespiratoryDisease: Adults with Pleuropneumonia Causes of respiratory diseasein the patient will be examined. News Hour This session is dedicated tocurrent medicine topics. Case-Based Presentations Dr. Reed will focuson case presentations, with audience participation.

Food AnimalMichael Apley, DVM, PhD, DACVPProfessor, Production Medicine & Clinical Pharmacy, Kansas StateUniversity785/532-4167 | mapley@vet.k-state.eduIn addition to his role as an educator, Dr. Apley has conducted industryresearch focusing on infectious disease, antibiotic resistance, drugresidues, and applications of drugs in food animals. He is well-known forhis work with veterinarian and producers regarding the use ofpharmaceutical drugs in food animals, as well as feedlot health. Dr. Apleyis a member of the President’s Advisory Council on CombatingAntibiotic-Resistant Bacteria.Residues in Milk & Cull Dairy Cows This session evaluates specificchallenges with violative residues in cull dairy cows (and other foodanimals) and includes a practical to-do list to help your clients avoid them.Juggling VFDs, Prescriptions, VCPRs, ELDUA Prohibitions, andGuidance Documents This session will answer your questions aboutchanges to the Veterinary Feed Directive. Who will determine the definitionof veterinary oversight? What do guidance documents have to do with you?Are you sure you understand extra-label use prohibitions? Real andPerceived Issues with Antibiotic Resistance This session covers theantibiotic resistance challenges in both human and veterinary medicine.How are the challenging pathogens related? Who is to blame? What arethe main antibiotics of interest? What is medically important and whodecides what is and isn’t? Where Does Susceptibility Testing Fit InEveryday Practice? Susceptibility testing is embraced by some and

discounted by others. Understanding the ins and outs of testing methodsand interpretive criteria will help take out some of the mystery. What DoAntibiotics Actually Do Anyway? Understanding the differencesantibiotics actually make in treatment outcomes in populations of foodanimals is critical to understanding the effects of your prescribedprevention, control, or treatment regimens. There’s a lot more than meetsthe eye.Charles Estill, VMD, PhD, DACTAssociate Professor, Rural Veterinary Practice & TheriogenologyOregon State University CVM541/737-7667 | charles.estill@oregonstate.eduIn addition to his position with the CVM, Dr. Estill is the ExtensionVeterinarian with Animal and Rangeland Sciences at OSU. His researchinterests include nutrition and reproduction in sheep and goats. He is aboard member of the Northwest Equine Practitioners’ Association.Tips & Tricks in ObstetricsBrad LeaMaster, DVM, PhDState Veterinarian, Oregon Department of Agriculture Animal Health503/986-4680 | bleamaster@oda.state.or.usDr. LeaMaster has extensive experience with regulatory veterinarymedicine, working with USDA APHIS in both Salem and Portland and withthe ODA as a field veterinarian and in his current position as StateVeterinarian.Status Update: Animal Health DivisionHernan Montilla, DVM, DACTAssociate Professor, Rural Veterinary Practice & TheriogenologyOregon State University CVM541/737-2858 | hernan.montilla@oregonstate.eduDr. Montilla’s professional and research Interests include: pregnancydiagnosis via ultrasound, artificial insemination, semen collection andevaluation, and infertility evaluations and freezing.Tips & Tricks in ObstetricsGary Sides, PhDBeef Cattle Nutritionist, Zoetis970/520-5953 | gary.sides@zoetis.comDr. Sides has extensive beef industry nutrition experiencewith more than 20 years in the industry. Before his work with Zoetis, Dr.Sides two years as a livestock extension specialist at Texas A&M and alsoserved as a research scientist with Utah State University. His doctorate is inruminant physiology and nutrition.Modern Ag in a Facebook Culture We live in a culture that expectsinstant gratification and explanation, yet at the same time we arecompletely dependent on extremely complicated technologies that cannotbe explained in a 20-second sound bite. As a result, many myths andperceptions abound. This session will explore the myths that surroundmodern agriculture, beef production and the value of beef in the humandiet. Cattle Performance Technologies This session will look at cattleproduction metrics and the environment, with a summary of implanttechnologies, strategies and performance responses.

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Animal WelfareJacob Kamins, JDDeputy District Attorney, Benton Countyjacob.kamins@co.benton.or.usWorking out of the Benton County District Attorney’soffice, Mr. Kamins is the nation’s first dedicated, full-timeanimal cruelty prosecutor. He is sworn as a DeputyDistrict Attorney in 16 of Oregon’s 36 counties and has helped anotherseven counties with cruelty investigations.Oregon’s Cruelty Laws This session will identify what is classified asanimal neglect and animal abuse and address how criminal cases are built.Chain of Custody This session will look at evidence and chain of custodyin cruelty cases, including the many challenges of preserving this importantevidence. Preparing for Testimony & Cross Examination Thissession will discuss how veterinarians can best prepare for testimony as anexpert witness during a cruelty case and what to expect incross-examination.

Practice Leadership & Team DevelopmentShelley Johnson, CVPMTraining Development Specialist, Patterson Veterinary540/931-1901 | shelley.johnson@pattersonvet.comMs. Johnson has a cumulative 25-year history as amanager, consultant, leader and educator in veterinarypractice. At Patterson her professional focus includes people developmentand promoting organizational health as it relates to business management.Personality Characteristics for a Successful Practice The benefits ofunderstanding our personality and emotional attributes not only is helpful toourselves but also to everyone around us. Learn how to take the bestinformation available and apply it to your best self in any situation. Do OurCustomers Come First? We say that our clients and patients come first,but there is evidence that this in not necessarily true. Find the gaps thatneed to be closed in customer service to elevate what your clients sayabout you. Tips on Staying Focused at Work In a time of manydistractions, it is increasingly difficult to manage all of our responsibilities.When responsibilities slip, outcomes fall short and anxiety increases. Learnhelpful tips on staying focused and the art of mindful prioritization. Sellingin the Patient Focused Practice Are we a sales profession? Answeringthis question is not easy but getting to the heart of the matter should be.Learn techniques that help you stay focused on patient care but also helpthe bottom line. Excuse Me, I Have a Stupid Question Setting the tonefor a transparent communications within the practice can be difficult. Bestpractices provide the platform for open communications and promote “Whatquestions do you have for me?” expectations. Learn how to switch yourthinking on asking and answering questions from your peers. BroadStatement on Wages and Why We Choose to Remain UnchangedPay scales are different in veterinary practices across the country but notby much. Veterinary businesses are not known for leading the pack inwages as compared to other demanding jobs. Learn how to recognize thewage issue as global or local and what you can do about it. StructuringTraining Programs That Work This session focuses on putting theessential pieces together to create an effective staff training program.

Darren Osborne, MADirector of Economic Research, Ontario Veterinary Medical Association905/875-0756 | dosborne@ovma.orgMr. Osborne has a Master’s Degree in Economics and is a leadingbusiness consult in veterinary medicine. He conducts economic research anddata analysis in order to provide veterinarians and hospital managers with feeguides, economic reports, personal benchmark reports, and reports oncompensation and benefits.What Do Clients Want? Every year, Darren surveys thousands of petowners to find out what they think about veterinarians, veterinary services,and veterinary fees. Discover some answers to this all important question:How well do you know what your clients think of your practice? BundleEverything Recent studies into pet owner attitudes have shown that yourclients are more sensitive to the price of veterinary medicine than ever before.The same research into cl ient’s expectations shows bundledservices are a big part of the solution. How to Compete with InternetPharmacies You can compete with internet pharmacies and win.Different approaches will be explored, with scenarios ranging from giving upon selling drugs altogether to setting up your own internet pharmacy.Creative Pricing Techniques You can raise fees and stimulate demand forveterinary medicine at the same time. Alongside fee increases, differentoptions like wellness plans and creative pricing strategies will be explored.Budgeting for Normal People Using real life stories, Darren will show howto succeed by budgeting your revenue and expenses for the next year. Findout what staff models work from a financial perspective and how you can setup and maintain a budget in less time than it takes to sit through his lecture onbudgeting. New Metrics to Manage Staff metrics. Fee metrics. Expensemetrics. Quick and dirty metrics to watch. All will be discussed.

Technicians & AssistantsChantal Faraudo, CVT, CVPPManager, Dove Lewis Emergency Animal Hospitalcfaraudo@dovelewis.orgMs. Faraudo is a graduate of the veterinary technology program at PortlandCommunity College. A strong advocate of ongoing education for techniciansand assistants, her professional interests include anesthesia, behavior, painmanagement and surgery.Managing the Surgery Patient’s Pain The role of technicians to managepatient pain and discomfort during and after surgery will be examined.Capnography 101 Knowledge of respiratory and cardiovascular physiologyis important to the understanding of capnography. Application of thisknowledge helps the technician assess ventilation, cardiovascular function andanesthetic machine function. Anesthetic Challenges in the Cat withUrethral Obstruction Pathophysiology of feline urethral obstruction,emergency stabilization, and how to treat the hyperkalemia that can result willbe covered. How to deal with anesthetic risks and how to mitigate thechallenges will be discussed. Rise Above Bullying: A Growing EpidemicAmong Veterinary Nurses This session will look at bullying within clinicalpractice and how to recognize the symptoms and address the seriousconcerns and behavior. When Coagulation Goes Wrong Bleeding canoccur in a variety of situations and is the result of many causes. Before wecan stop the bleeding, we need to know why it started in the first place.Emergency Care of Neonates & Pediatric Patients The unique anatomicand physiologic characteristics of neonatal and pediatric patients makes

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diagnosis, monitoring, and treatment a challenge. This talk will address thetechnician’s role in rising to the challenge when presented with suchemergencies.Dolores Galindo, CVTInstructor & Program CVT, Veterinary Technology Program, PCC971/722-7330 | dgalindo@pcc.eduMs. Galindo is the lead program CVT as well as an instructor with thePortland Community College Veterinary Technology program. She alsoworks in clinical practice at Sunnyside Veterinary Hospital. Her interestsinclude advocacy, humane treatment of animals, animal behavior, thehuman-animal bond, communications, teamwork, laboratory work,anesthesia and surgery.Strategies for Working with a Challenging Dog and Cat This sessionwill cover low stress handling for dogs and cats and other small animals,including the implementation of calming equipment and other products andstrategies to decrease anxiety and fear. Also covered will be: operantconditioning practices; sound, touch and movement methods; and anunderstanding of behavior. Learn the signs to look for before your patientbecomes unmanageable.Liz Hughston, RVT, VTSConsultant and Relief Technician, San Jose, CAmachughston@gmail.comMs. Hughston presents internationally to veterinary technicians. She serveson the continuing education and regulation committees of the CaliforniaRegistered Veterinary Technician Association and is co-chair of the MentorCommittee for the Academy of Veterinary Emergency and Critical CareTechnicians.Critical Thinking in Critical Care: The Nursing Process The best nursesare those who are able to think critically and apply their knowledge to avariety of different patients and illnesses, bringing experience and skill tobear to improve outcomes. Not So Cute: Acute Anaphylaxis Thispresentation will review the pathophysiology of acute anaphylaxis, as wellas diagnostic tools available to assess it. We will also cover appropriateinterventions to save these emergent patients. Triage for the Generaland Emergency Practice Triage is a vital skill for all technicians.Successful triage requires quick and critical thinking, good communicationskills, and strong nursing instincts. We will review a mnemonic to help youget the most out of every triage exam. The Long Goodbye: Hospiceand Palliative Care This session will address pain management optionsand at-home care, helping to ease the journey for both your patients andtheir owners. Nursing Care of the Recumbent Patient This session willdiscuss nursing interventions we must take to protect these patients fromthe pitfalls of both short- and long-term recumbency. Nursing Care ofthe Head Trauma Patient Patients who have suffered a traumatic braininjury are among the most fragile in our patient population. Preventingsecondary injuries and preserving function are key nursing goals that wewill look at – interventions to provide better outcomes for these criticalpatients.Sarah Nemanic, DVM, DACVRAssistant Professor, Diagnostic Imaging, OSU CVM541/737-4812 | sarah.nemanic@oregonstate.eduDr. Nemanic earned her doctorate in the field of neuroscience from theUniversity of Texas and her veterinary degree from the University ofCalifornia at Davis. She practiced emergency medicine for several years in

Tucson, AZ, before becoming a diplomate of the American College ofVeterinary Radiology.Radiation Safety for Veterinary Technicians This session will reviewessentials of radiography, dispel some myths, and discuss how you can besafe and still be fast and effective in taking radiographs.Darci Palmer, LVT, VTSPast President, Academy of Veterinary Technicians in Anesthesia &Analgesiadpalmerrvt@hotmail.comDeveloping a Balanced Anesthesia Drug Protocol An anesthetic drugprotocol should be formulated to meet the individual needs of the patientbased on information obtained during the pre-anesthetic assessment. Thissession will define the components of balanced anesthesia and provide anoverview of the common anesthetic drugs. Airway Management DuringAnesthesia Maintaining a patient’s airway is an essential component ofairway management. This lecture will cover in-depth discussion on theequipment and supplies needed for intubation; guidelines for intubation andproper cuff inflation; proper extubation techniques; complications from both;and cleaning and storage of endotracheal tubes. Management ofRespiratory and Thermoregulatory Complications DuringAnesthesia This session will include an in-depth look at hypoventilationand hypoxemia. The talk will conclude with a discussion on monitoring bodytemperature and proper management of hypothermia. Management ofCardiovascular Complications During Anesthesia This lecture willdiscuss the monitoring equipment used to assess the cardiovascular systemwith a broad look at brachycardia, tachycardia, hypotension andhypovolemia.Sandy Willis, DVM, DACVIM (Internal Medicine)Phoenix Central Laboratory425/355-5252 | sandyw@pclv.netAs an internist with Phoenix Central Lab, Dr. Willisconsults on internal medicine and diagnostic testing andfacilitates the company’s continuing education program.Prior to her current position with Phoenix Central Laboratory, she was inprivate clinical practice and also served as a customer and veterinary affairsmanager of Hill’s Pet Nutrition.Communicating Difficult Medical Cases to Pet Owners Pet ownerscan often be frustrated by the complexities of a complicated medical case.There are so many tests to learn about, diagnoses to understand, andtreatments to perform. Communication with the pet owner needs to be ateam effort with all hands on deck. This session will explore uniquecommunication techniques, including the “white board” using actual caseexamples. The Complete Urinalysis with Special Emphasis onSediment Interpretation: Lecture & Lab From sample collection tosediment evaluation, the session is for the clinic doing in-house urinalysisbut is also beneficial for those using a reference laboratory. Topics include:sample collection and handling, the four basic parts of the UA, sedimentpreparation, sediment examination and clinical significance, plus much more.Lecture open to all. The lab is limited to 20 and requires advance sign-upon a first-come, first-served basis. Fee applies. See the registration form.Two lab sessions available.

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8:30 – 10:30Examination& Interpretation ofEquine FootProblemsDr. Bill Moyer

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Healthcare TeamUSDA

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3:00 – 3:30 Break

Technicians &Assistants

1CE

8:30 – 9:30Module 2:Role of Agencies &Health CertificatesDr. Victoria KnutsonSponsor: USDA

9:30 – 10:00 Break11:00 – 12:00EmergingNew Liver DiseasesDr. David TwedtSponsor: PurinaProPlan VeterinaryDiets

1CE

11:00 – 12:00Addison’sDiseaseDr. Peter KintzerSponsor: IDEXX

1CE

11:00 – 12:00Role of theLarge AnimalPractitioner inDisastersDr. Bill Moyer

1CE

10:30 – 12:00JugglingVFDs, Prescriptions,VCPR, Etc.Dr. Mike Apley

1CE

1.5CE

11:00 – 12:00How toCompete withInternet PharmaciesMr. Darren Osborne

2CE

10:00 - 11:00Module 3:Foreign Animal,Program &Reportable Diseases11:00 - 12:00Module 11: Sheep& GoatsDr. Victoria KnutsonSponsor: USDA

2:30 – 3:00 Break

1:00 - 2:00ChronicHepatitis in the Dog2:00 - 3:00Update on FelineLiver DiseaseDr. David TwedtSponsor: PurinaProPlan VeterinaryDiets

2CE

1:00 - 3:00DiabetesMellitus for theSavvy PractitionerDr. Peter KintzerSponsor: IDEXX

2CE

1:00 – 3:00People-Oriented CaseManagement ofHorses withChronic LaminatesDr. Bill Moyer

2CE

1:00 – 2:30Real &Perceived Issueswith AntibioticResistanceDr. Mike Apley

1.5CE

1.5CE

1:00 - 2:30CreativePricing TechniquesMr. Darren Osborne

2CE

1:00 - 2:00Module 12:Animal DiseaseTraceability2:00 - 3:00Module 9: Interstate& InternationalHealth CertificatesDr. Brianna SchurSponsor: USDA

1.5CE

1:00 – 2:30Triage for theGeneral &Emergency PracticeLiz Hughston RVTCVT VTS (ECC)

3:30 - 4:30Acute LiverDisease4:30 – 5:30Acute Pancreatitis inthe DogDr. David TwedtSponsor: PurinaProPlan VeterinaryDiets

2CE

3:30 – 4:30CanineHyperadrenocorti-cism4:30 – 5:30CommonEndocrineQuestionsDr. Peter KintzerSponsor: IDEXX

2CE

3:30 – 5:00DiminishingRisks Involved withthe Pre-PurchaseExaminationDr. Bill Moyer

1.5CE

3:00 – 4:30Where DoesSusceptibilityTesting Fit inPractice?4:30 - 5:30What Do AntibioticsDo Anyway?Dr. Mike Apley

2.5CE

2.5CE

3:00 – 4:00Budgetingfor Normal People4:00 – 5:30New Metrics toManageMr. Darren Osborne

1CE

3:30 - 4:30Module 5:Vesicular DiseasesDr. Brianna SchurSponsor: USDA

1.5CE

3:00 – 4:30The LongGoodbye: Hospice& Palliative CareLiz Hughston RVTCVT VTS (ECC)

5:30 - 7:00 OSU CVM Alumni Reception in Magruder Hall Atrium

1.5CE

8:30 – 10:00CriticalThinking in CriticalCareLiz Hughston RVTCVT VTS (ECC)

10:00 – 10:30 Break1.5CE

10:30 - 12:00AnaphylaxisLiz Hughston RVTCVT VTS (ECC)

Saturday, March 5Companion 1 Companion 2

8:00 – 9:30ThoseTroublesomeChronic DiarrheaCasesDr. David TwedtSponsor: PurinaProPlan VeterinaryDiets

1.5CE

8:00 – 9:30CommonlyMisdiagnosedDiseasesDr. Peter KintzerSponsor: IDEXX

1.5CE

8:00 – 9:00SDMA/3-DCardiac ImagingDr. Hall/Dr. Scollan9:00 – 10:00Cell Carcinoma/Chlamydia AbortusStrainsDr. BrachaDr. Rockey

2CE

8:00 – 9:30NeurologicalDiseasesDr. Steve Reed

1CE

3:00 – 3:30 Break 2:30 – 3:00 Break 3:00 – 3:30 Break 2:30 – 3:00 Break

5:30 – 7:00 Casino Night and Exhibitor Reception in the Exhibit Hall

2:30 – 3:00 Break

7:00 – 5:00 Registration in the CH2M Hill Alumni Center Exhibit Hall1.5CE

8:00 – 9:00Modern Agin a FacebookCultureDr. Gary SidesSponsor: Zoetis

9:30 – 10:00 Break 9:30 – 10:00 Break 10:00 – 10:30 Break 9:30 – 10:00 Break 9:00 – 9:30 Break

Companion 3 Equine Food AnimalLeadership &

Healthcare Team

2:30 – 3:00 Break

AnimalWelfare

2CE

8:00 – 10:00PersonalityCharacteristics forSuccessful PracticeShelley JohnsonCVPMSponsor: PattersonVeterinary

10:00 – 10:30 Break10:00 – 11:30Is it Vomitingor Regurgitation?Dr. David TwedtSponsor: PurinaProPlan VeterinaryDiets

1.5CE

10:00 – 11:30CommonlyMisdiagnosedDiseases, cont.Dr. Peter KintzerSponsor: IDEXX

10:30 – 11:30Pedicle Tiesfor Feline Spay/Koi HerpesvirusDr. MillerDr. Ling

1CE

10:00 – 11:30NeurologicalDiseases, cont.Dr. Steve Reed

2CE

1.5CE

9:30 – 11:30CattlePerformanceTechnologiesDr. Gary SidesSponsor: Zoetis

1CE

10:30 - 11:30Do OurCustomers ComeFirst?Shelley JohnsonCVPMSponsor: PattersonVeterinary

1:30 - 3:00Seizures:What to Do WhenPhenobarbital FailsDr. Rick LeCouteur

1.5CE

1:30 - 2:30Radiology:MusculoskeletalDiseasesDr. Sarah Nemanic

1CE

1:30 – 3:00MarijuanaToxicityDr. Lisa Parshley

1.5CE

1:30 – 2:30RespiratoryDisease: Adults withPleuropneumoniaDr. Steve Reed

1CE

1CE

1:30 - 2:30AnimalHealth DivisionUpdateDr. Brad LeaMaster

1CE

1:30 - 2:30Tips forStaying Focused atWorkShelley JohnsonCVPMSponsor: PattersonVeterinary

3:30 - 5:00Neuromuscu-lar Diseases:Weakness, Paresisor LamenessDr. Rick LeCouteur

1.5CE

3:00 – 4:00Radiology:Forelimb Lameness4:00 – 5:00Radiology: HindLimb LamenessDr. Sarah Nemanic

2CE

3:30 – 5:00MedicalMarijuanaDr. Lisa Parshley

1.5CE

3:00 – 4:00News Hour:Current MedicineTopics4:00 - 5:00Case-BasedPresentationsDr. Steve Reed

2CE

2CE

3:00 – 5:00Tips andTricks in ObstetricsDr. Charles EstillDr. Hernan Montilla

2CE

3:00 - 4:00Selling in thePatient-FocusedPractice4:00 - 5:00Excuse Me, I Havea Stupid QuestionShelley JohnsonCVPMSponsor: PattersonVeterinary

1CE

8:00 – 9:00Oregon’sCruelty LawsJacob Kamins JDSponsor: OregonAnimal HealthFoundation

9:00 – 9:30 Break2

CE9:30 - 10:30Chain ofCustody10:30 - 11:30Preparing forTestimony & Cross-ExaminationJacob Kamins JDSponsor: OregonAnimal HealthFoundation

1.5CE

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11:30 – 1:15 Awards Luncheon in Arnold Bistro

5:00 SCAVMA Reception in LaSells Stewart Center

OSU CVM Alumni ReceptionFriday, 5:30 - 7:00 pm, Magruder Hall AtriumCome join Dean Susan Tornquist for appetizers and drinks. Findout what’s new in the college, and take a student-led tour of thehospital.SCAVMA ReceptionSaturday, 5:00 pm, LaSells Stewart CenterAll veterinarians are invited to linger a bit afterthe day's sessions to network with the OSUveterinary students. Students will offer appetizersand drinks in exchange for conversation oncareers and the profession.

OVMA Awards & OregonAnimal Hall of FameTM

LuncheonSaturday, 11:30 am - 1:15 pmArnold BistroCelebrate the induct ion of worthyanimals into theOregon Animal Hall of

FameTM. Cosponsored by the OregonVeterinary Medical Association and theOregon Animal Health Foundation. Theirremarkable stories will touch your heart. Theluncheon celebrat ion is also a t imeto honor individuals for their significantand valuable contributions to veterinarymedicine and animal health as part ofthe OVMA’s Awards of Excellence program.

OAHF Silent AuctionCloses Saturday at 3:30 pm, Exhibit HallBid on a variety of unique items in this silent auction heldduring the conference in the Exhibit Hall. Proceeds benefit theOregon Animal Health Foundation, the OVMA’s charitableorganization, sponsor of the Animal Welfare track.Exhibitor BingoCloses Saturday at 3:30 pm, Exhibit HallTo be eligible, entries must be in the box in theExhibit Hall by 3:30 pm on Saturday. One winnerwill be drawn from all correct entries to receive an iPad.

Technicians &Assistants 1

Technicians &Assistants 2

Technicians &Assistants 3

8:00 – 9:30Nursing Care ofthe Recumbent PatientLiz Hughston RVT CVTVTS (ECC)

1.5CE

8:00 - 9:30Developing aBalanced AnesthesiaDrug ProtocolDarci Palmer LVTVTS

1.5CE

8:00 - 9:30CommunicatingDifficult Medical Casesto Pet OwnersDr. Sandy WillisSponsor: PhoenixCentral Laboratory

10:00 – 11:30Nursing Care ofthe Head TraumaPatientLiz Hughston RVT CVTVTS (ECC)

1.5CE

10:00 - 11:30AirwayManagement DuringAnesthesiaDarci Palmer LVT VTS

1.5CE

10:00 – 11:30Lecture: TheComplete Urinalysis withSpecial Emphasis onSediment Interpretation(Open to all.)Dr. Sandy WillisSponsor: PhoenixCentral Laboratory

1.5CE

2:30 – 3:00 Break 3:00 – 3:30 Break 3:00 – 3:30 Break

5:00 SCAVMA Reception in LaSells Stewart Center

11:30 – 1:15 Awards Luncheon in Arnold Bistro

7:00 – 5:00 Registration in the CH2M Hill Alumni Center Exhibit Hall1.5CE

9:30 – 10:00 Break 9:30 – 10:00 Break 9:30 – 10:00 Break

1:30 - 2:30Managing theSurgery Patient’s PainChantal Faraudo CVTCVPP

1CE

1:30 - 3:00Respiratory &ThermoregulatoryComplications DuringAnesthesiaDarci Palmer LVT VTS

1.5CE

1:30 - 3:00Urinalysis Lab #1(Registration required.See registration form.)Dr. Sandy WillisSponsor: PhoenixCentral Laboratory

1.5CE

3:00 - 4:00Capnography 1014:00 - 5:00Anesthetic Challengesin the Cat with UrethralObstructionChantal Faraudo CVTCVPP

2CE

3:30 – 5:00CardiovascularComplications DuringAnesthesiaDarci Palmer LVT VTS

1.5CE

3:30 – 5:00Urinalysis Lab #2(Registration required.See registration form.)Dr. Sandy WillisSponsor: PhoenixCentral Laboratory

Awards Luncheon

Leah2015 Oregon Animal

Hall of FameTM inductee

Dr. Deb LaPaugh2015 Animal Welfare

Award

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Events

1.5CE

Friday and Saturday, Alumni Center BallroomThank you to our exhibitors for their continued support of the veterinary profession and educational events such as theOregon Veterinary Conference. We encourage you to visit each exhibitor at this year’s conference. In the Exhibit Hall,you’ll find the latest in equipment, products, and services designed to benefit your practice and the clients you serve.And be sure to play Exhibitor Bingo for a chance to win an iPad! Prize sponsored by Dignified Pet Services.

Sunday, March 6

Exhibit Hall

Companion Equine

8:30 – 10:00MovementDisorders: MakingSense of Tremors &FasciculationsDr. Rick LeCouteur

1.5CE

8:30 – 10:00Update onEquine MyopathiesDr. Erica McKenzie

1.5CE

8:30 – 10:00Wages: Why DoWe Choose to RemainUnchangedShelley Johnson CVPMSponsor: PattersonVeterinary

1.5CE

2CE

10:15 - 11:45CebrovascularDisorders: Do Dogs &Cats Have StrokesDr. Rick LeCouteur

1.5CE

10:15 - 11:45How to Get theMost Out of YourBlood Work ResultsDr. Erica McKenzie

1.5CE

10:15 - 11:45Training ProgramsThat WorkShelley Johnson CVPMSponsor: PattersonVeterinary

1.5CE

10:45 - 11:45Emergency Careof Neonates &Pediatric PatientsChantal Faraudo CVTCVPP

1CE

8:30 – 9:30Rise AboveBullying: GrowingEpidemic9:30 – 10:30When CoagulationGoes WrongChantal Faraudo CVTCVPP

10:00 - 10:15 Break 10:00 - 10:15 Break 10:00 - 10:15 Break 10:30 - 10:45 Break

Leadership/Healthcare Team

Technicians &Assistants 1

1CE

9:45 - 11:45Strategies forWorking with theChallenging Dog & CatDolores Galindo CVT

2CE

8:30 – 9:30Radiation Safetyfor TechniciansDr. Sarah Nemanic

9:30 - 9:45 Break

Technicians &Assistants 2

Dr. LorraineBeaumont

2015 Bingo Winner

Other EventsFood/Mixed Animal Practitioners BreakfastSaturday, 7:00 am - 8:00 am, Arnold Bistro ~ Join your fellow food and mixed animal practitioners for this annualbreakfast tradition.

Sponsored by

Past Presidents LuncheonFriday, 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm, Alumni Center ~ By invitation.

OVMA Business ForumSunday, 7:30 am - 8:15 am, Alumni Center Ballroom ~ Join us for a light breakfast tolearn about the status of your Association and the current issues facing the profession.This is your opportunity to be informed and involved.

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Adjourn

7:00 – 12:00 Registration in the CH2M Hill Alumni Center Foyer

The CH2M Hill Alumni Center and the LaSells Stewart Centerare on the Northeast corner of 26th St. and Western Blvd.

Driving99W North or SouthDrive Highway 99W into Corvallis, which turns into 3rd Street(North) and 4th Street (South). Turn West on Western Blvd. anddrive to 26th St.

I-5 North and SouthTurn West on Highway 34 and drive 10 miles toward Corvallis.1) Turn on Highway 34 toward Reser Stadium/Oregon Coast onthe bypass around Corvallis. Turn Right (North) onto 26th Street,go one block north to Western Blvd. and 26th St. -OR-2) Drive into Corvallis across the Bridge and turn left (South)onto 4th Street. Take 4th Street south until Western Blvd. Turnright (West) onto Western Blvd.

FlyingPortlandPortland International Airport is approximately 2 hours fromCorvallis. The Hut Airport Shuttle (hutshuttle.com) serves Corvallisfrom PDX. Reservations required. Call 541/926-2525.

EugeneEugene’s airport is approximately 1 hour from Corvallis. TheOMNI Shuttle (omnishuttle.com) runs from Eugene to Corvallis.Call 800/741-5097. Reservations required.

ParkingParking is $10 per day during the week (M-F) forZones B & C. Parking is available in the garage at theintersection of Washington Way and 26th Street, just north of theAlumni Center, or in the Reser Stadium lot. There is nocharge for parking on the weekend. Pay stations in theparking areas accept credit cards and cash. Save time bypurchasing a parking pass for Zones B & C in advance at:https://my.parking.oregonstate.edu/sales/daily/

Purchase parkingpasses for Friday

in advance

Google Mapslocation of CH2MHill Alumni Center

Conference registration and check-in is in the Alumni Center

Travel & Parking

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Host HotelHilton Garden Inn541/752-5000hiltongardeninn.hilton.com2500 SW Western Blvd., CorvallisReservation Code: OVC16Room Block Rate: $119 double queen or king, plus taxAmenities: Across the street from the conference. Restaurant,pool, fitness center, business center.Note: Reservation deadline is February 8, 2016. Make yourreservations early, as the room block will fill up. After this date,rooms are first-come, first-served.

Other LodgingComfort Suites541/753-4320comfortsuites.com/hotel-corvallis-oregon-OR0771730 NW 9th St., CorvallisReservation Code: Oregon Veterinary Conference$110 king single or queen double, plus taxAmenities: Full hot breakfast buffet, 7 - 9 am. All suites, whichinclude refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker and free internetbrowser hardware. Largest pool, spa and workout facilities inCorvallis area.Note: Reservation deadline is February 19, 2016.After this date, rooms are first-come, first-served.

Best Western Grand Manor Inn & Suites541/758-8571bestwesternoregon.com925 NW Garfield, CorvallisReservation Code: OVC16$99 king single - $109 queen double, plus taxAmenities: Pet friendly hotel (dogs only). Limited availability forpet-friendly rooms, so please call the hotel directly. Buffet stylehot breakfast each morning. Free high-speed wireless internet,refrigerator, coffee maker in all rooms and suites. Close to aquaticcenter and shopping center.Note: Reservation deadline is February 19, 2016.After this date, rooms are first-come, first-served.

Days Inn541/754-7474daysinn.com/corvallis113 NW 9th St., CorvallisReservation Code: OVC16$62 single - $72 two queens or king, plus taxAmenities: Continental breakfast. Restaurant next door. Exerciseroom. Wireless internet.

Econolodge541/758-9125econolodge.com/or131935 NW Garfield, CorvallisReservation Code: OVC16$79 single - $89 double, plus tax

Super Eight Motel541/758-8088super8.com407 NW 2nd St., CorvallisReservation Code: OVC16$69.88 single queen - $89.88 double queen, plus taxAmenities: Refrigerator and microwave in room. Close to downtown.Indoor pool and spa, laundry, free high-speed wireless internet,free satellite TV and HBO, coffee and continental breakfast. Petswelcome with deposit.

Best Western Plus Prairie Inn541/928-5050albanybestwestern.com1100 Price Rd. SE, AlbanyReservation Code: OR Veterinary Conference 2016$79.99 standard king or queen - $89.99 double queen, plus taxAmenities: Complimentary hot breakfast buffet, wireless internet,microwave, refrigerator, coffee/tea maker. Indoor heated pool,spa and fitness center, onsite laundry/valet.

Note: We recommend that you make your lodging reservations as soon as possible, as there are many concurrent events at OSUduring early March.

Lodging

Spouse or GuestRegistration $130 .........................................................$Name for Badge:Note: Please register as staff if you work in or manage the veterinary practice.

Veterinarian or Veterinary StudentFull Conference RegistrationOVMA Member $365 ..................................................$

Other VMA Member (not living in OR) $365 ...............$

All Other Veterinarians $510 .........................................$OVMA Life Member $130 ...........................................$

CVM Student $0 (CVM underwriting first 50 reg.) .......$

Single Day Conference Registration❏ Friday OR ❏ Saturday OVMA Member $255 ............$

❏ Sunday OVMA Member $160 ...................................$Other VMA Member (not in OR) $255 OR $160 Sun. only ...$

All Other Veterinarians $355 OR $220 Sun. only ..............$

OVMA Life Member $130 .............................................$CVM Student $0 (CVM underwriting first 50 reg.) .......$

Refund & Cancellation PolicyNo cancellations and/or refunds will be honored after February 19,2016. 15% of the total to be refunded will be deducted for processing.Mail or fax your cancellation notice to the OVMA by February 19.

Name

Clinic

Mailing Address

City State Zip

Phone

E-mail

Late FeeAdd $35 for registrations postmarked or faxed after February 19, 2016.

Late Fee $35 (after February 19) ................................ $

Total Fees ............................................................... $

Special NeedsIf you have special needs or dietary requirements, please indicate belowand return this form by February 19, 2016.

Questions? Call (800) 235-3502 or e-mail ovc@oregonvma.org.

Food/MA Practitioners Breakfast (Saturday, 7:00 am)

❏ Check if you will attend Saturday’s breakfast. ProceedingsThe proceedings will be available to registrants on the OVMA Web site(oregonvma.org) at least 2 weeks before the meeting. You are encouragedto print the notes for the sessions you plan to attend and bring them withyou to the conference. To receive an e-mail when the proceedings areavailable, please include your e-mail address on this form. Yourconfirmation postcard will include the login info. needed to access theproceedings on the OVMA Web site. The proceedings will also beincluded in the conference app, available from my.yapp.us/oregonvc.

SCAVMA Reception (Saturday, 5:00 pm)

Indicate number who will attend. (You + guests) .............

There is no fee, but an RSVP is requested.

Donation to OSU SCAVMA ..........................................$

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Include an e-mail address above to be notified when the proceedings areavailable on the OVMA Web site. Please print clearly.

Veterinarian orVeterinary Student Registration

March 4 - 6, 2016Oregon State University

Corvallis, OregonUse one form per registrant and spouse/guest please. Photocopy if needed. Keep the yellow copy for your records.

You can also register online at: oregonvma.org/ovc

Payment MethodCheck: Make check payable to OVMA.

Check # Amt. Rcvd.

Credit Card: ❏ Visa ❏ MasterCard ❏ American Express

No. Exp.

Card Verification Number Billing Zip Code

Signature

How to Register (Registrations also accepted at oregonvma.org/ovc)

Registrations accepted at the OVMA office until March 2 at 5 pm.After that date, please bring your registration form and payment(including late fee) to conference registration onsite.1) Mail the top sheet of this form to:OVMA, 1880 Lancaster Dr. NE, Ste. 118, Salem, OR 97305

2) Fax to: (503) 363-4218

OSU CVM Alumni Reception (Friday, 5:30 pm)

Indicate number who will attend. (You + guests) .............

There is no fee, but an RSVP is requested.

Mark the Sessions You Plan to AttendTo aid us in room setup, please mark the sessions you plan to attend:Friday ❏ Companion 1 (AM) ❏ Companion 1 (PM)❏ Companion 2 (AM) ❏ Companion 2 (PM) ❏ Equine❏ Food Animal ❏ Leadership/Team (AM) ❏ Leadership/Team (PM)❏ USDA (AM) ❏ USDA (PM) ❏ Tech./Asst. (AM)❏ Tech./Asst. (PM)

Saturday ❏ Awards Luncheon -OR- ❏ Box Lunch (Choose one.)❏ Companion 1 (AM) ❏ Companion 1 (PM) ❏ Companion 2 (AM)❏ Companion 2 (PM) ❏ Companion 3 (AM) ❏ Companion 3 (PM)❏ Animal Welfare ❏ Equine ❏ Food Animal❏ Leadership/Team (AM) ❏ Leadership/Team(PM)❏ Tech./Asst. 1 (AM) ❏ Tech./Asst. 1 (PM) ❏ Tech./Asst. 2 (AM)❏ Tech./Asst. 2 (PM) ❏ Tech./Asst. 3 (AM) ❏ Tech./Asst.3 (PM--lab)

Sunday ❏ Companion ❏ Equine ❏ Leadership/Team❏ Tech./Asst. 1 ❏ Tech./Asst. 2

You can also register online at: oregonvma.org/ovc

Veterinary Staff❏ Practice Mgr. ❏ Technician ❏ Assistant ❏ Front Office

Full Conference RegistrationRegistration $235 ........................................................$

Single Day Conference Registration❏ Friday OR ❏ Saturday $205 ....................................$❏ Sunday only $130 .....................................................$

Urinalysis Lab❏ Saturday PM #1 ❏ Saturday PM #2

Fee $30 ........................................................................$(Each lab session is limited to 25 registrants. Registration isfirst-come, first-served. Your confirmation card will show yourlab registration status.)

Healthcare Team RegistrationPractice Managers, Technicians, Assistants & Staff

Use one form per registrant and spouse/guest please. Photocopy if needed. Keep the yellow copy for your records.

March 4 - 6, 2016Oregon State University

Corvallis, Oregon

Spouse or GuestRegistration $130 ........................................................$

Name for Badge:

Note: You must register as veterinary staff if you work in or manage thepractice and are attending for that purpose.

Name

Clinic

Mailing Address

City State Zip

Phone

E-mail

Payment MethodCheck: Make check payable to OVMA.

Check # Amt. Rcvd.

Credit Card: ❏ Visa ❏ MasterCard ❏ American Express

No. Exp.

Card Verification Number Billing Zip Code

Signature

How to Register (Registrations also accepted at oregonvma.org/ovc)

Registrations accepted at the OVMA office until March 2 at 5 pm.After that date, please bring your registration form and payment(including late fee) to conference registration onsite.

1) Mail the top sheet of this form to:OVMA, 1880 Lancaster Dr. NE, Ste. 118, Salem, OR 97305

2) Fax to: (503) 363-4218Late FeeAdd $35 for registrations postmarked or faxed after February 19, 2016.

Late Fee $35 (after February 19) ............................... $

Total Fees ............................................................... $

Refund & Cancellation PolicyNo cancellations and/or refunds will be honored after February19, 2016. 15% of the total to be refunded will be deducted forprocessing. Mail or fax your cancellation notice to the OVMA byFebruary 19.

Special NeedsIf you have special needs or dietary requirements, please indicate belowand return this form by February 19, 2016.

Questions?Contact the OVMA at (800) 235-3502 or ovc@oregonvma.org.

Include an e-mail address above to be notified when the proceedingsare available on the OVMA Web site. Please print clearly.

ProceedingsThe proceedings will be available to registrants on the OVMA Website (oregonvma.org) at least 2 weeks before the meeting. You areencouraged to print the notes for the sessions you plan to attend andbring them with you to the conference. To receive an e-mail whenthe proceedings are available, please include your e-mail addresson this form. Your confirmation postcard will include the logininfo. needed to access the proceedings on the OVMA Web site.The proceedings will also be included in the conference app,available from my.yapp.us/oregonvc.

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❏ CVT Mark the Sessions You Plan to AttendTo aid us in room setup, please mark the sessions you plan to attend:Friday ❏ Companion 1 (AM) ❏ Companion 1 (PM)❏ Companion 2 (AM) ❏ Companion 2 (PM) ❏ Equine❏ Food Animal ❏ Leadership (AM) ❏ Leadership (PM)❏ Tech./Asst. (AM) ❏ Tech./Asst. (PM)

Saturday ❏ Awards Luncheon -OR- ❏ Box Lunch (Choose one.)❏ Companion 1 (AM) ❏ Companion 1 (PM) ❏ Companion 2 (AM)❏ Companion 2 (PM) ❏ Companion 3 (AM) ❏ Companion 3 (PM)❏ Animal Welfare ❏ Equine ❏ Food Animal❏ Leadership/Team (AM) ❏ Leadership/Team(PM)❏ Tech./Asst. 1 (AM) ❏ Tech./Asst. 1 (PM) ❏ Tech./Asst. 2 (AM)❏ Tech./Asst. 2 (PM) ❏ Tech./Asst. 3 (AM) ❏ Tech./Asst.3 (PM--lab,registration required)

Sunday ❏ Companion ❏ Equine ❏ Leadership/Team❏ Tech./Asst. 1 ❏ Tech./Asst. 2

Interview Veterinary Students for a Position at Your Practice

Oregon Veterinary Conference

CH2M Hill Alumni Center / Oregon State University March 4-6, 2016

Dear Doctor: The Oregon Veterinary Conference is an excellent venue for networking with potential employees before they graduate. At last year's meeting we arranged for veterinarians to interview senior students for prospective employment. The interview process was well received by both practitioners and students, and we again will provide you with the opportunity to interview 4th year students at the College of Veterinary Medicine during the 2016 OVC. All interviews will be scheduled for 50 minute blocks. If you are interested in scheduling student interviews, here's how the process works: 1. Complete the Student Interview Registration Form (page 2) and return it to the Oregon

Veterinary Medical Association via fax or mail no later than February 15, 2016. 2. The OVMA will compile a list of veterinarians interested in interviewing 4th year

students. This list will contain the veterinarian's name, the practice name, contact information, and some general information about the practice.

3. The last week in February we will distribute the list to every 4th year student. 4. Students who sign up for interviews will have resumes available in advance. They can be

picked up at the OVC Registration Desk, or, upon request, we can also mail resumes to you in advance. (Veterinarians that students choose for an interview will be notified prior to the conference).

5. The OVMA will provide a room at the CH2M Hill Alumni Center for student interviews

during the Oregon Veterinary Conference. The Board Room, which is on the second level of the Alumni Center, will be available on the following dates for student interviews:

Friday March 4, 2016 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday March 5, 2016 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Glenn M. Kolb Executive Director, OVMA glenn.kolb@oregonvma.org

Veterinary Student Interview Sign-Up

If you would like to interview 4th year veterinary students from the College of Veterinary Medicine at Oregon State University during the annual Oregon Veterinary Conference, please complete this form and return it to the OVMA via fax or mail no later than February 15, 2016. The information you provide will be compiled on a list and distributed to 4th year students in mid-February. We will then contact those veterinarians the students are interested in meeting to arrange for an on-site interview at the OVC. Interviews will take place at the CH2M Hill Alumni Center at Oregon State University from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 4 and Saturday, March 5. Name: Practice: Address: Telephone: Fax: E-mail: Please circle one of the following: Large Animal Mixed Small Animal Number of people in your practice: ____ Veterinarians ____ Board Certified Veterinarians (if applicable) ____ Technicians Special features of your practice:

Please return your completed form by February 15, 2016 to: Oregon Veterinary Medical Association

1880 Lancaster Dr. NE, Suite 118 Salem, OR 97305

Fax: (503) 363-4218 contact@oregonvma.org