Save the Date: Saturday, February 22, 2025 & Sunday, February 23, 2025
Time: Saturday, February 22nd: 8:00 am - 5:15 pm
Sunday, February 23rd: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
CE Credit: Up to 16.5 hrs (pending approval)
Location: Hybrid: On-site at UC Davis and Live Interactive Webinar
REGISTRATION COMING SOON!
Registration Deadlines
On-Site: February 14, 2025 at 5pm (PDT)
Webinar: February 20, 2025 at 5pm (PDT)
The Center for Continuing Professional Education is excited to present two remarkable conferences in one grand weekend on February 22-23, 2025. Join us for the 11th Annual Winter Conference and the 40th Annual WAAM/AEMC Wildlife and Exotic Animal Symposium at UC Davis, available both in person or virtually via Zoom. Engage in stimulating discussions with our exceptional speakers from around the world, including our very own UC Davis SVM faculty.
Day 1 will feature the SA Emergency & Surgery Medicine Track, Wildlife Track, and Complementary Medicine Track.
Highlights of the Tracks:
- SA Emergency & Surgery Medicine Track: Gain insights from leading experts in the field, covering the latest advancements and best practices.
- Wildlife Track: Hear from leading experts who will cover a wide range of topics, including species-specific health care, habitat preservation, and the impacts of human activity on wildlife populations.
- Complementary Medicine Track: Dive into holistic approaches to health and wellness. RSVP during registration is required to attend the Complementary Medicine Track.
Day 2 will showcase three additional outstanding tracks: the Small Animal Track, Zoo & Exotic Track, and Emergency & Critical Care Technician Track.
Highlights of the Tracks:
- Small Animal Track: Learn from experts in feline medicine as they discuss the unique health and wellness needs of aging feline patients.
- Zoo & Exotic Track: Engage with speakers who will cover various topics, including species-specific healthcare, conservation efforts, and the recent developments in veterinary medicine for exotic species.
- Emergency & Critical Care Technician Track: Designed to empower veterinary technicians with the knowledge and skills necessary for excelling in emergency & critical care through engaging sessions and workshop.
Featuring Plenary Speakers
- Brian Speer DVM, DABVP (Avian Practice), DECZM (Avian)
- Biography coming soon
- Margie Scherk DVM, Dip ABVP (Feline Practice)
- Dr. Margie Scherk DVM, Dip ABVP (Feline Practice), will be our plenary speaker on Sunday. Dr. Scherk established the Cats Only Veterinary Clinic in Vancouver, Canada, in 1986, and achieved board certification in Feline Practice by the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners in 1995. She served on the Board of the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) for many years and was appointed President in 2007. Dr. Scherk has authored numerous book chapters and scientific papers and was the co-editor of the North American Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery. Her areas of interest include all aspects of feline care, with a focus on analgesia, the digestive system's unique features, and fostering positive interactions with cats.
CPR Simulation Research Project
Dr. Sabrina Hoehne will conduct the CPR Simulation Research Project on Sunday, February 23, 2025. The UC Davis Institutional Review Board has approved participation in this research study. Those interested in participating in this research study must RSVP during registration. For further questions or information, contact Dr. Sabrina Hoehne at snhoehne@ucdavis.edu.
Purpose of the research study?
Determine the effects of different cognitive aids on the quality of CPR provided.
What will participants be asked to do?
Take part in 1 CPR simulation for research in groups of 4
Complete a survey on experience during the simulation and on the usability of the cognitive aids provided
Attend the simulation debrief lecture (participation optional)
Who can participate?
General practitioners involved in CPR less than every 3 months on average and who are NOT small animal CPR certified.
REGISTRATION FEES
Registration Deadlines
On-Site: February 14, 2025 at 5pm (PDT)
Webinar: February 21, 2025 at 5pm (PDT)
This year, we offer several registration options. Be sure to register early to take advantage of Early Bird Pricing, available now through November 20th. Standard Pricing will be in effect from November 20, 2024 to February 14, 2025.
If you miss both the Early Bird and Standard Pricing deadlines, you can still register as a Walk-In on February 22nd or February 23rd for on-site registration.
Breakfast and lunch will be provided for on-site registration. If you have special dietary restrictions, please consider bringing your own food. A microwave will be available, however, a refrigerator will not be available for use. Don't forget to bring your own water bottle for all sessions; there will be a refill station available.
TWO-DAY REGISTRATION FEES
- Two-Day Onsite Registration Fees
TWO-DAY ON-SITE REGISTRATION EARLY BIRD PRICING
Now through November 20, 2024STANDARD PRICING
November 21, 2024 - February 14, 2025WALK-IN REGISTRATION
February 22, 2025Veterinarian $350 $450 $500 Registered Veterinary Technician/Veterinary Assistant $300 $400 $450 Hospital Staff (No CE) $270 $370 $420 Veterinary Student (No CE) $115 $215 $265 UC DAVIS SVM EMPLOYEES AND VETERINARY STUDENTS ONLY
TWO-DAY ON-SITE REGISTRATIONUC DAVIS SVM PRICING
Now through February 14, 2025WALK-IN REGISTRATION
February 22, 2025 and/or February 23, 2025UC Davis SVM Veterinarian $325 $425 UC Davis SVM Registered Veterinary Technician/Veterinary Assistant $275 $375 UC Davis SVM Hospital Staff (No CE) $245 $345 UC Davis SVM Veterinary Student (No CE) $90 $115 - Two-Day Webinar Registration Fees
TWO-DAY WEBINAR REGISTRATION EARLY BIRD
Now through November 20, 2024STANDARD PRICING
November 21, 2024 - February 14, 2025Veterinarian $300 $400 Registered Veterinary Technician/Veterinary Assistant $250 $350 Hospital Staff (No CE) $220 $320 Veterinary Student (No CE) $65 $165 UC DAVIS SVM EMPLOYEES AND VETERINARY STUDENTS ONLY
TWO-DAY WEBINAR REGISTRATION
UC DAVIS SVM PRICING
Now through February 20, 2025UC Davis SVM Veterinarian $275 UC Davis SVM Registered Veterinary Technician/Veterinary Assistant $225 UC Davis SVM Hospital Staff (No CE) $195 UC Davis SVM Veterinary Student (No CE) $40
ONE-DAY REGISTRATION FEES
- One-Day Onsite Registration Fees
ONE-DAY ON-SITE REGISTRATION EARLY BIRD PRICING
Now through November 20, 2024STANDARD PRICING
November 21, 2024 - February 14, 2025WALK-IN REGISTRATION
February 22, 2025 and/or February 23, 2025Veterinarian $200 $300 $350 Registered Veterinary Technician/Veterinary Assistant $150 $250 $300 Hospital Staff (No CE) $120 $220 $270 Veterinary Student (No CE) $65 $165 $215 UC DAVIS SVM EMPLOYEES AND VETERINARY STUDENTS ONLY
ONE-DAY ON-SITE REGISTRATIONUC DAVIS SVM PRICING
Now through February 14, 2025WALK-IN REGISTRATION
February 22, 2025 and/or February 23, 2025UC Davis SVM Veterinarian $175 $275 UC Davis SVM Registered Veterinary Technician/Veterinary Assistant $125 $225 UC Davis SVM Hospital Staff (No CE) $95 $195 UC Davis SVM Veterinary Student (No CE) $45 $145 - One-Day Webinar Registration Fees
ONE-DAY WEBINAR REGISTRATION EARLY BIRD
Now through November 20, 2024STANDARD PRICING
November 21, 2024 - February 14, 2025Veterinarian $175 $275 Registered Veterinary Technician/Veterinary Assistant $125 $225 Hospital Staff (No CE) $95 $195 Veterinary Student (No CE) $45 $145 UC DAVIS SVM EMPLOYEES AND VETERINARY STUDENTS ONLY
ONE-DAY WEBINAR REGISTRATIONUC DAVIS SVM PRICING
Now through February 20, 2025UC Davis SVM Veterinarian $150 UC Davis SVM Registered Veterinary Technician/Veterinary Assistant $100 UC Davis SVM Hospital Staff (No CE) $70 UC Davis SVM Veterinary Student (No CE) $20
UC Davis Employee Department Billing
- UC Davis Employees:
Register for the conference. Go through the registration process.
Select UC Davis SVM Employee Category.
Payment Page:
Select the Invoice Option. ($0 will be owed at this time. The balance will be billed to the department.)Enter Invoice Details:
Billing Company: UCD Davis Department Name
Billing Name: Manager's NameEmail Confirmation
Send an email to svmcontinuinged@ucdavis.edu with the following:
Your Name and the Conference
A copy of your receipt
The CoA (Charts of Accounts) string for the recharge. (If you don’t have it, ask your manager)- VMTH Staff Using CE Funds:
Complete the VMTH Staff CE & Travel Reimbursement Request Form: Fill out the yellow form and email it to Tamsen Brock for CE funding confirmation.
Register for the conference: Go through the registration process
Select UC Davis SVM Employee Category
Payment Page:
Select the Invoice Option. ($0 will be owed at this time. The balance will be billed to the department.)- Enter Invoice Details:
- Billing Company: UC Davis SVM Employee
- Billing Name: Tamsen Brock
- Enter Invoice Details:
Program Information
- CE Certificates
- ONSITE
Attendance is recorded at the lobby registration area when you arrive at the conference.
You are responsible with signing in each day in order to receive CE credit for your participation.
Participants are responsible for determining if specific programs are accepted for CE credit by their State Licensing Board.
You will receive your CE certificate after the conference via email approximately 2 weeks after the event.
WEBINAR
Attendance is recorded through the Zoom when you join a Zoom session.
Participants are responsible for determining if specific programs are accepted for CE credit by their State Licensing Board.
For those who attended the live webinar, you will receive your CE certificate via email approximately 2 weeks after the event. - Webinar Information
The webinar will be live and interactive (Pacific Standard Time) and will count for full CE credit. We will be using Zoom to host the session. If you haven't attended a Zoom webinar before, you can test your computer or mobile device here.
You can watch the webinar on your computer, but please ensure your web browser is up to date. Also, make sure to enable access for Zoom to use your speakers and microphone for sound.
- Service Animals
- Registered service animal are welcome to the conference. Comfort or emotional support animals and other non-service animals (pets) are not permitted. Service animals are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for persons with disabilities. Service animals in training are permitted.
A refund will be made, less a $45.00 processing fee, if the cancellation request is received two weeks before the program start date, otherwise, a refund will be made, less a $75.00 processing fee. Registration is non-refundable after the program start date, including No Shows. All requests must be made in writing. Submit cancellation request via email to svmcontinuinged@ucdavis.edu.
