The Gulf Atlantic Veterinary Conference FVMA

SPEAKERS & INSTRUCTORS

Dr. Rebecca Newman: AASVT
Interim Assistant Director/Wellbeing Coordinator & Instructor, Veterinary Technology Program
Appalachian State University

Dr. Adam Stern: DVM, Diplomate ACVP
Professor of Forensic Pathology
Department of Comparative, Diagnostic, and Population Medicine, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Florida

Dr. Kim Bissing: BS, CPDT-KA
Beyond The Leash

Dr. Denise Tumblin: CPA
WTA Veterinary Consultants

Dr. Katie Holthusen: CVT, VTS (Dentistry)
Certified Vet Technician
Northeast Animal Hospital

Dr. Andrew Simpson: DVM, MS, DACVD
Veterinary Dermatologist
VCA Aurora Animal Hospital

Dr. Andrew Specht: DVM, DACVIM (SAIM)
Clinical Professor and Service Chief, Small Animal Internal Medicine
UF College of Veterinary Medicine

Dr. Bethany Sabatino Myerow: DVM, DACVIM (SAIM)
Clinical Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine
University of Tennessee, College of Veterinary Medicine

Dr. Christopher Lanier: DVM
Clinical Assistant Professor, Clinical Pathology
University of Florida, College of Veterinary Medicine

Dr. Heidi Ward: DVM, DACVIM (Oncology)
Gulfcoast Veterinary Oncology and Internal Medicine

Dr. Holly Brown: DVM, PhD, DACVP
Chief Veterinary Educator
Antech Diagnostics

Dr. Jan Bellows: DVM, DAVDC, DABVP
Medical Director
ALL PETS DENTAL

Dr. Jessica Martinez: DVM, MS, DACVO
Associate Veterinary Ophthalmologist
Animal Eye Guys

Dr. Jude Bordelon: DVM, MS, MBA, DACVS-SA
Professor of Small Animal Surgery
Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine

Dr. Kristin Coleman: DVM, MS
Small Animal Surgeon
Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists

CONFERENCE SCHEDULE

Thursday, October 3
8:00 am – 1:00 pm
Ophthalmic Surgery Wet Lab
OPHTHALMOLOGYVETERINARIAN
Caribbean 1 & 2
· Robert Swinger: DVM, DACVO, Veterinary Ophthalmologist, Animal Eye Guys
8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Extracapsular Repair for Cranial Cruciate Wet Lab
SURGERYVETERINARIAN
Caribbean 5
Jude Bordelon: DVM, MS, MBA, DACVS-SA, Professor of Small Animal Surgery, Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine
8:00 am – 5:30 pm

Basic Small Animal Abdominal Ultrasound Wet Lab
IMAGINGVETERINARIAN
Caribbean 7 & 8
Shannon Holmes: DVM, MSc, DACVR, Founder, Chief Radiologist, Animal Cross-Sectional Imaging Specialists (AXIS)
8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Elegant Canine Extractions Wet Lab
DENTISTRYVETERINARIAN
Caribbean 4
Jan Bellows: DVM, DAVDC, DABVP, Medical Director, ALL PETS DENTAL
1:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Medial Patellar Luxation Repair Wet Lab
SURGERYVETERINARIAN
Caribbean 5
Jude Bordelon: DVM, MS, MBA, DACVS-SA, Professor of Small Animal Surgery, Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine
1:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Elegant Feline Extractions Wet Lab
DENTISTRYVETERINARIAN
Caribbean 4
Jan Bellows: DVM, DAVDC, DABVP, Medical Director, ALL PETS DENTAL

Friday, October 4
8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Forensic Pathology Wet Lab
PATHOLOGYTECHNICIANVETERINARIAN
Caribbean 1 & 2
Adam Stern: DVM, Diplomate ACVP, Professor of Forensic Pathology, Department of Comparative, Diagnostic, and Population Medicine, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Florida

8:00 am – 5:30 pm
Soft Tissue Surgery Booth Camp Wet Lab
SURGERYVETERINARIAN
Caribbean 5
Kristin Coleman: DVM, MS, Small Animal Surgeon, Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists

8:00 am – 12:00 pm
Dental Nerve Blocks: Cleaning, Probing & Charting Wet Lab
DENTISTRYTECHNICIAN
Caribbean 4
Denise Rollings: AAS, CVT, VTS (Dentistry), Owner, Pet Dental Education, LLC

8:00 am – 5:30 pm
Advance Small Animal Abdominal Ultrasound Wet Lab
IMAGINGVETERINARIAN
Caribbean 7 & 8
Shannon Holmes: DVM, MSc, DACVR, Founder, Chief Radiologist, Animal Cross-Sectional Imaging Specialists (AXIS)

8:00 am – 8:50 am
How to Prevent Another Tooth Biting the Dust
DENTISTRYTECHNICIANVETERINARIAN
Miami
Jan Bellows: DVM, DAVDC, DABVP, Medical Director, ALL PETS DENTAL

8:00 am – 8:50 am
Avian Clinical Pathology
AVIANTECHNICIAN
Caribbean 3
Peter Helmer: DVM, DABVP - Avian Practice, Assistant Professor of Clinical Pathology, Lincoln Memorial University

8:00 am – 8:50 am
Advanced Hematology: Understanding Those Dots and Curvilinear Lines On Your CBCs
CLINICAL PATHOLOGYVETERINARIAN
Ocean Ballroom 1
Holly Brown: DVM, PhD, DACVP, Chief Veterinary Educator, Antech Diagnostics

8:00 am – 8:50 am
How To Approach a Pruritic Dog
DERMATOLOGYVETERINARIANTECHNICIAN
Ocean Ballroom 3
Rosanna Marsella: DVM, DACVD, Professor, Small Animal Clinical Sciences, University of Florida

8:00 am – 8:50 am
Navigating Private Vet-to-Vet Practice Transitions
PRACTICE MANAGEMENTVETERINARIANTECHNICIANSTAFF
Ocean Ballroom 4
Denise Tumblin: CPA, Owner and President, WTA Veterinary Consultants

8:00 am – 8:50 am
Everyone Benefits from Reducing Fear, Anxiety, Aggression, and Stress in Perioperative Care
BEHAVIORTECHNICIANVETERINARIAN
Key West
Ralph Harvey: DVM, MS, DACVAA, Veterinary Specialist: Anesthesia and Pain Management, Zoetis Pet Care Professional Services Specialty Group

Saturday, October 5
8:00 am – 5:30 pm
Next Steps in Soft Tissue Surgery Wet Lab
SURGERYVETERINARIAN
Caribbean 5
Kristin Coleman: DVM, MS, Small Animal Surgeon, Gulf Coast Veterinary Specialists

8:00 am – 8:50 am
Advanced Hematology: Dissecting the Data & Blood Film Essentials
CLINICAL PATHOLOGYTECHNICIAN
Ocean Ballroom 1
Holly Brown: DVM, PhD, DACVP, Chief Veterinary Educator, Antech Diagnostics

8:00 am – 8:50 am
Case Studies in Behavioral Neurology (dog and cat)
BEHAVIORVETERINARIANTECHNICIAN
Oceans Ballroom 2
Lore Haug: DVM, MS, DACVB, Veterinarian, Texas Veterinary Behavior Services

8:00 am – 8:50 am
How to Approach Pododermatitis
DERMATOLOGYVETERINARIANTECHNICIAN
Oceans Ballroom 3
Rosanna Marsella: DVM, DACVD, Professor, Small Animal Clinical Sciences, University of Florida

8:00 am – 8:50 am
Strategic Pricing Decisions
PRACTICE MANAGEMENTVETERINARIANTECHNICIANSTAFF
Oceans Ballroom 4
Denise Tumblin: CPA, Owner and President, WTA Veterinary Consultants

8:00 am – 8:50 am
Seizures - How to Investigate
NEUROLOGY VETERINARIAN
Key West
Simon Platt: BVM&S, FRCVS, DACVIM (Neurology), DECVN, President, Veterinary Neurology Training, LLC

8:00 am – 8:50 am
Parvovirus: What's New
TECHNICIAN PRACTICETECHNICIAN
Palm Beach
Amy Newfield: MS, CVT, VTS (ECC), Owner, Veterinary Team Training

8:00 am – 8:50 am
Backyard Poultry Basics Part 1
SURGERYTECHNICIANVETERINARIAN
Orlando
Peter Helmer: DVM, DABVP - Avian Practice, Assistant Professor of Clinical Pathology, Lincoln Memorial University

8:00 am – 8:50 am
Why you MUST have an Exam Room Advocate
PRACTICE MANAGEMENTVETERINARIANSTAFF
Tallahassee
Peter Weinstein: DVM, MBA, President, PAW Consulting

ENTERTAINMENT

RECEPTION
Thursday, Oct. 3
5:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Join for an unforgettable evening at the Registration Reception party! Mingle with fellow veterinary professionals while enjoying drinks and appetizers. This is the perfect opportunity to kick off the conference with some fun, forge new connections, and celebrate our shared passion for animal care.

Exhibit Hall
HAPPY HOUR
Friday, Oct. 4
3:40 p.m. – 4:40 p.m.

Join in the Exhibit Hall for a lively happy hour where you can enjoy complimentary drinks and an array of delicious passed appetizers. This event offers the perfect opportunity to network with colleagues and industry representatives, engage in meaningful conversations, and unwind in a vibrant atmosphere designed to foster connections and collaboration.

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BINGO RAFFLE
Saturday, Oct. 5
12:50 p.m. – 1:10 p.m.
Win prizes just by spending time with exhibitors in the exhibit hall. Complete your bingo card by getting stamped at each participating exhibitor booth and submitting a completed card to the FVMA Membership booth for a chance to win.

VENUE & HOTEL

Rise to any occasion at our host hotel, the Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor Beach Resort & Spa. Secure your room now to benefit from the convenience and comfort of staying at the event venue.

Fort Lauderdale Marriott Harbor
BEACH RESORT & SPA
3030 Holiday Dr
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316