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Welcome Be sure to participate in our Scavenger Hunt for a chance to win gift cards and redeem points for SWVS prizes! Join us for the San Antonio Zoo Animal Presentation at SWVS Central on Friday and Saturday. See you at the Exhibit Hall Welcome Reception, Thursday, September 23rd, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM. Don’t miss the Exhibit Hall FUR ther Together Sip-N-Shop Friday, September 24th, 3:50 PM - 5:00 PM. EXHIBIT HALL HOURS Thursday, September 23 2:00 PM - 5:30 PM Friday, September 24 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday, September 25 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM LET’S GO FUR THER TOGETHER AT THE 2021 SOUTHWEST VETERINARY SYMPOSIUM
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Create A Personal Agenda Click on the agenda icon to search sessions by dates and times. Click on the session you want to attend and then click Add To My Agenda. Check-in Once You Arrive Once you arrive in the registration area, please scan the QR Code on the Welcome board. Be sure to have your Bluetooth enabled. Your name badge will be automatically printed and ready for you to collect at the mobile check-in counter. Stay In The Know Receive alerts for the latest updates, room/speaker changes and stay up-to-date on all activities happening at the conference. Play Our Scavenger Hunt Attendees can win awesome prizes by visiting exhibitor booths and answering questions. Access Proceeding Papers Proceeding papers can be viewed through VIN and can be downloaded to your phone. Search Southwest Veterinary Symposium & Download the App Today View Our Exhibitors Search our Exhibitor list and plan on visiting the Exhibit Hall to network with peers and exhibitors.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS GENERAL INFORMATION SWVSMobileApp................................3 ScheduleataGlance..............................7 AboutSWVS....................................10 Getting Around San Antonio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Social&Networking .............................14 RewardProgram ................................27 CONTINUING EDUCATION CE/RACE Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 EventLocatorMap...............................19 Speakers.......................................21 CE Schedule/Other Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 CE Ticketed Event Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Evening Sessions Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Daytime Sessions Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Exhibitor Satellite Sessions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 CE Session descriptions can be found online at www.swvs.org/swvs-2021/ce-schedule EXHIBIT INFORMATION Scavenger Hunt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 ExhibitHallInformation...........................62 ExhibitorList....................................63 Exhibitor Profiles ................................64 Exhibit Hall Floor Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 All information is correct at the time of printing. SWVS reserves the right to make replacements, as necessary. We will try our best to make comparable replacements. Please check www.swvs.org for the most current Symposium information. CONTACT INFO SWVS REGISTRATION AND HOUSING Phone: 972-664-9800 Email: info@swvs.org I Website: www.swvs.org SWVS 2022 • September 22-25, 2022 Fort Worth Convention Center, Fort Worth, TX SWVS 2023 • September 21-24, 2023 Henry B. González Convention Center, San Antonio, TX SWVS 2024 • September 26-29, 2024 Fort Worth Convention Center, Fort Worth, TX FUTURE DATES AND LOCATIONS
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SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM Registration Open ...............................................................................................................West Registration 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Exhibitor Satellite Sessions (Companion Animal Health by LiteCure) .................................................... 006 C 1:45 PM - 2:00 PM SWVS Ribbon Cutting & Exhibit Hall Grand Opening ..................................................Exhibit Hall 4 Entrance 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM Exhibitor Satellite Session (BDA Architecture)........................................................................................ 006 A 2:00 PM - 5:30 PM Exhibit Hall Open ...................................................................................................................... Exhibit Hall 4 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM First-Time Attendee Orientation.......................................................................... Exhibit Hall 4, SWVS Central 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Exhibit Hall Welcome Reception................................................................................................ Exhibit Hall 4 6:00 PM - 8:50 PM Evening Continuing Education Sessions.................................................. Convention Center Meeting Rooms FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 6:00 AM - 6:50 AM Yoga (Ticket Required) .........................................................................River Terrace, Marriott Riverwalk Hotel 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM Registration Open ...............................................................................................................West Registration 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM First-Time Attendee Orientation........................................................................................................... 207 AB 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM Coffee & Pastries......................................................................Fountain View 2nd Floor Meeting Room Level 8:00 AM - 9:50 PM Zen Room .............................................................................................................................................. 008 B 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM CE Tour: San Antonio Zoo Hospital Tour (Ticket Required)......................................................San Antonio Zoo 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM Continuing Education Sessions/Labs/Master Classes............................... Convention Center Meeting Rooms 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM Exhibit Hall Open ...................................................................................................................... Exhibit Hall 4 9:50 AM - 10:30 AM BREAK – Refreshments in the Exhibit Hall ................................................................................. Exhibit Hall 4 12:20 PM - 2:00 PM Lunch in the Exhibit Hall............................................................................................................ Exhibit Hall 4 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Meet the Expert Lunches (Ticket Required)..................................................... River Level, Convention Center 12:30PM- 1:30 PM Exhibitor Satellite Luncheon Sessions (Zoetis, Simmons Southcentral & Legally Mine).... Hemisfair Ballrooms 12:45 PM - 1:30 PM Animal Presentation by the San Antonio Zoo...................................................... SWVS Central, Exhibit Hall 4 1:40 PM - 1:50 PM Prize Drawings Announced (Must be present to win) ......................................... SWVS Central, Exhibit Hall 4 3:50 PM - 4:30 PM BREAK – Refreshments in the Exhibit Hall ................................................................................. Exhibit Hall 4 3:50 PM - 5:00 PM Exhibit Hall FUR ther Together Sip-N-Shop................................................................................. Exhibit Hall 4 4:00 PM - 4:10 PM Prize Drawings Announced (Must be present to win) ......................................... SWVS Central, Exhibit Hall 4 6:00 PM - 8:50 PM Evening Continuing Education Sessions.................................................. Convention Center Meeting Rooms 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Food Animal Off-Site Lecture and Dinner (Ticket Required)............................Iron Cactus Mexican Restaurant 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM Sisters Grimm Haunted History Ghost Tour (Ticket Required) ............................................... 204 Alamo Plaza
For updated schedule information go to www.swvs.org/ce-schedule
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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 6:00 AM - 6:50 AM Yoga (Ticket Required) .........................................................................River Terrace, Marriott Riverwalk Hotel 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM Registration Open ...............................................................................................................West Registration 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM Coffee & Pastries......................................................................Fountain View 2nd Floor Meeting Room Level 8:00 AM - 9:50 PM Zen Room .............................................................................................................................................. 008 B 8:00 AM - 12:30 PM CE Tour: San Antonio Zoo Hospital Tour (Ticket Required)......................................................San Antonio Zoo 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM Continuing Education Sessions/Labs/Master Classes............................... Convention Center Meeting Rooms 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Titer and Rabies Vaccination Clinic Open in the Exhibit Hall.......................................... Back of Exhibit Hall 4 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM Exhibit Hall Open ...................................................................................................................... Exhibit Hall 4 9:50 AM - 10:30 AM BREAK – Refreshments in the Exhibit Hall ................................................................................. Exhibit Hall 4 9:55 AM - 10:30 AM Animal Presentation by the San Antonio Zoo...................................................... SWVS Central, Exhibit Hall 4 11:00AM - 5:00 PM College Football Games Shown .......................................................................... SWVS Central, Exhibit Hall 4 12:20 PM - 2:00 PM Lunch in the Exhibit Hall............................................................................................................ Exhibit Hall 4 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Meet the Expert Lunches (Ticket Required)..................................................... River Level, Convention Center 12:30 PM- 1:30 PM Exhibitor Satellite Luncheon Sessions (Hills, LexaGene)................................................................Hemisfair Ballrooms 3:50 PM - 4:30 PM BREAK – Refreshments in the Exhibit Hall ................................................................................. Exhibit Hall 4 4:00 PM - 4:10 PM Scavenger Hunt Winner Announced (Must be present to win) ........................... SWVS Central, Exhibit Hall 4 4:10 PM - 4:20 PM Pet Photo Contest Winner Announced................................................................ SWVS Central, Exhibit Hall 4 6:00 PM - 8:50 PM Evening Continuing Education Sessions.................................................. Convention Center Meeting Rooms 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM Sisters Grimm Haunted History Ghost Tour (Ticket Required) ............................................... 204 Alamo Plaza SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM Registration Open ...............................................................................................................West Registration 7:00 AM - 7:50 AM Worship Service................................................................................................................................... 207 AB 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM Coffee & Pastries......................................................................Fountain View 2nd Floor Meeting Room Level 8:00 AM - 2:50 PM Continuing Education Sessions ...............................................................Convention Center Meeting Rooms 8:00 AM - 9:50 PM Zen Room .............................................................................................................................................. 008 B
For updated schedule information go to www.swvs.org/ce-schedule
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ABOUT SWVS
ABOUT SWVS Southwest Veterinary Symposium is a partnership of the Arkansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Texas VMAs, as well as the Oklahoma Veterinary Technician Association, Arkansas Veterinary Technician Association and the Veterinary Team Association of Texas. We provide continuing education for veterinary professionals in the Southwest region and the nation. Symposium profits are returned to the partner states. MISSION STATEMENT Southwest Veterinary Symposium represents innovative partnerships that focus on creating an unparalleled education experience, advancing the entire veterinary profession, and fostering a spirit of reciprocal investment amongst our partner VMAs, attendees, and exhibitors. VISION STATEMENT To become, by the way of a thriving partnership between member state VMAs, exhibitors, and speakers, the premier regional veterinary educational conference, providing a one-of-a-kind, friendly, welcoming experience to attendees and their families.
THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNER STATE VMAs
THANK YOU ALLIED PARTNERS
Did you know you can enhance your VMA member benefits and support your VMA? Net proceeds from the annual symposium are returned to each partner state VMA based on the number of attendees from their state. The state VMAs utilize these proceeds for member benefits.
A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR:
BOARD OF MANAGERS
CE COMMITTEE
The Board of Managers is comprised of two representatives for each partner state VMA. The SWVS Board of Managers meeting is held during SWVS, where new officers are inducted each year for a term of one to three years. Top: Jed Ford, DVM; Kirk Ryan, DVM; John Morton, DVM; Mike Beard, DVM; Maggie Milligan; Mark Ferrell, DVM; Tamara Spooner; Amanda Favis, DVM; Emily Walker, DVM; T. Murt Byrne, DVM Front: Amanda Meeks; Mollyann Holland, DVM; Karen Lass, DVM; Mike Schoonover, DVM; Pamela Mitchell, MS, DVM; Natalie Cooper, DVM; John Mauterer, DVM Not pictured: JL Bentley; Mondo Bridges; Ben Buchanan, DVM; Chris Copeland, JD, CAE; Cordon DeKock; Jon Fletcher, DVM; Chris France, DVM; Daniel Levenson, DVM; Christie McHughes, DVM; Gayle Millard, DVM; Mark Shackelford, DVM; Melanie Talley, CAE; Jay Tischendorf, DVM
The Continuing Education Committee is a standing committee of SWVS. It is composed of representatives from each partner state VMA. CE members are assigned to one specialty track and are responsible for planning the speakers and sessions in their track. Top: Christen Puckett-Smith, RVT; Paula Plummer, LVT; Cheryl Coartney, RVT; Susan Culp, DVM Middle: Andrew Hanzlicek, DVM; Amanda Favis, DVM; Katie Tyler, DVM; Jennifer Bracken, DVM; Kevin Washburn, DVM; Trisha Marullo, DVM, CE Committee Vice Chair; Jon Fletcher, DVM, CE Committee Chair Bottom: Rob Coke, DVM; Frank Andrews, DVM; Mark Shackelford, DVM; Alvin Williams, DVM; Stephen Pittenger, DVM; Peter Wunderlich, DVM; Debbie Reed, RVT Not Pictured: Mike Beard, DVM; Sharman Hoppes, DVM; Ronald Koh, DVM; Jodi Michaelson, BS, CVPM; Pamela Mitchell, DVM; Joe Pluhar, DVM
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ABOUT SWVS
SWVS CONVENTION CONCIERGE SERVICES “The Convention Concierge,” the Visit San Antonio Kiosk, is located on-site near the SWVS registration area. Visit San Antonio assists you with information on dinner reservations, tickets, shopping, tours and travel to all of the exciting sites in San Antonio and the surrounding area. SHOW US YOUR BADGE PROGRAM Through the Show Us Your Badge program, convention attendees can receive discounts and special offers at over 50 restaurants and nightlife establishments in downtown San Antonio simply by showing their conference badge. This complimentary program is San Antonio’s way of extending a warm welcome! For a list of participating establishments, go to www.swvs. org/social-page or the mobile app. SWVS LUNCH Welcome to the symposium with Southern Hospitality! Lunch will be provided to all registered professional attendees for Friday and Saturday. Lunch will also be provided during the Exhibitor Satellite Sessions on Friday and Saturday. GETTING AROUND SAN ANTONIO The San Antonio International Airport is approximately 8.5 miles from the downtown business district, with a travel time of approximately 15 minutes by car. See page 13 for details on: • Airport Shuttle Service • Taxi/Uber/Lyft • Streetcar • Directions to the Convention Center • Parking • River Taxis CE CREDIT INFORMATION More than 400+ hours of quality continuing education courses are offered at SWVS 2021. A maximum of 29 credit hours are available during the general symposium. Additional credit hours are available. Please check with your state veterinary medical licensing board for specific continuing education allowances and requirements. See page 17 for complete details. MEDIA REGISTRANTS Press and media must register with SWVS prior to attending the symposium. Press credentials will be issued to authorized media. SAFETY Our goal is to provide a safe environment for everyone. There is a chance that overcrowding could occur in some lectures. SWVS must comply with the fire marshal’s policies to ensure we are safe, so if a meeting room is at capacity, no one else will be allowed in the room until it is safe to do so. We ask for your understanding and patience should this occur. Plan to arrive early for a specific lecture if you wish to participate. GUESTS Guests, spouses and children are all welcome on the SWVS tradeshow floor. Guest/spouse
tickets are $60 each and are for family members or guests who are not veterinarians, veterinary technicians, office staff, or practice managers. Guest lunch for Friday or Saturday can be purchased at the Registration counter for an additional fee. Guests 17 and under do not need a ticket. No guests or children under 17 are allowed in CE sessions. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT All meeting rooms are accessible via wheelchair in the Convention Center. SWVS cannot assure availability of appropriate accommodations without having received a prior notification 15 days before the start of SWVS. ALCOHOL POLICY SWVS recognizes the many legitimate uses of alcoholic beverages in the process of conducting business and social activities. We also recognize that the use and consumption of alcohol at our functions carries with it the requirements to consume those beverages responsibly and in keeping with our professional code of ethics and conduct. We strongly oppose the abuse and misuse of alcohol. AUDIO/VIDEO/TAPE/PHOTOGRAPHY POLICY SWVS reserves the exclusive right to all recordings or reproductions of SWVS 2021. Unauthorized recording is prohibited either by video, still, digital camera, cell phone or any other form of reproduction. This includes recording of presentations and supporting audio/visual materials, exhibits and other supporting CE materials, including proceedings. Any person attending SWVS 2021 may be photographed or videotaped and by attending gives permission to use their image in possible future marketing publications, including print, online and video. CELL PHONE POLICY All cell phones must be silenced during Lectures, Event Tours, Interactive Labs, Master Classes, and Meet the Expert Lunches. LOST AND FOUND Located on the second level in Room 206 B • Thursday 2:00 PM - 6:30 PM • Friday 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM • Saturday 7:00 AM - 6:30 PM • Sunday 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM TITER DETERMINATION & RABIES VACCINATION CLINIC SWVS offers you the opportunity to have blood drawn for a titer determination. Blood will be drawn on Saturday, then packaged, and shipped to a laboratory for titer determination. Results will be sent from Kansas State University with an estimated turnaround time of six to eight weeks. Cost of the titer will be $75. If it has been arelatively long time (5 or more years) since you have had a rabies booster vaccination or a titer determination, you may elect to have a booster vaccination instead of having a titer run. Cost of the vaccination will be $320. Rabies vaccinations will not be available on-site if you have not pre-registered.
ONLINE INFORMATION The SWVS website, www.swvs.org , and SWVS App (search Southwest Veterinary
Symposium in your app store to download), is your source for the most current information about SWVS 2021 in San Antonio. Attendees can search exhibitors, sessions and
speakers while creating a personal itinerary throughout the event. In addition, you will be able to take notes. • View Complete CE Session Descriptions • Research CE by Day, Track or Speaker • View Current Exhibitors List • Find Out More About San Antonio: – Getting Around San Antonio – Restaurants & Shopping – Entertainment Options IMPORTANT CONTACT INFORMATION SWVS Office Phone: 972-664-9800 Fax: 972-850-7469 Email: info@swvs.org Website: www.swvs.org Symposium Location Henry B. González Convention Center 900 E. Market St. San Antonio, TX 78205 RACE APPROVAL The American Association of Veterinary State Boards RACE committee has reviewed and approved the program referenced above as meeting the Standards adopted by the AAVSB. Program Number: 75089 Max Veterinary Hours approved: 446.00 Max Veterinary Hours available: 29.00 Max Veterinary Technician Hours approved: 446.00 Max Veterinary Technician Hours available: 29.00 Please contact the AAVSB RACE program at race@aavsb.org or 877-698-8482 should you have any comments/concerns regarding this program’s validity or relevancy to the veterinary profession, or if you have questions regarding this notification.
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THE GREAT SWVS 2021 SCAVENGER HUNT You Gotta Play to Win
We have a unique way for SWVS attendees and exhibitors to network while earning a chance to win awesome prizes. To play, simply find a participating booth, and answer the questions. Each correct answer earns you points. You can win one of many great prizes, including a $1,000 gift card. The game is built directly into our app. Redeem your points you earn just for participating for great items like SWVS blankets and water bottles. Find These Exhibitors for Your Chance to Win!
Royal Canin ........................................528 Simmons Southcentral .......................324 Standard Process, Inc. ........................ 412 TMGvets ............................................. 306 TVMF/TVMA/TAVP/TexVetPets .........557 VCA ....................................................610 Zoetis .................................................323
Hill’s Pet Nutrition.............................. 301 Norbrook, Inc. .................................... 200 Pathway Vet Alliance.......................... 461 Pet Photo Contest ............SWVS Central PKB Animal Health Zymox.................605 Purina .................................................401 Rockin’ Pets, Rollin’ Vets.................... 556
American National Insurance.............307 AVMA PLIT & AVMA LIFE..................343 Banfield .............................................. 317 Boehringer Ingelheim ........................300 CareCredit .......................................... 313 CityVet................................................ 653 Elanco ................................................. 406 First Financial Bank ............................416
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BOOTH200 for your chance to win! Norbrook ® is a leader in high-quality, cost-effective products that help you boost your clinic profits while providing outstanding patient care. Come visit us at SWVS Booth #200 to learn more and register for a chance to win a $500 Visa gift card OR a Littmann ® stethoscope! JOIN US AT BOOTH #200 LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR PRODUCTS AT NORBROOKCA.COM. © 2021 Norbrook Laboratories Limited. All rights reserved. The Norbrook logo is a registered trademark of Norbrook Laboratories Limited. Littmann and the shape of the stethoscope chestpiece are trademarks of 3M.
Visit us to learn about these products, and more: Booth 412
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GETTING AROUND SAN ANTONIO
GETTING AROUND SAN ANTONIO IS EASY Henry B. González Convention Center 900 East Market Street | San Antonio, TX 78205 210.207.8500 | 1.877.504.8895 www.sahbgcc.com/Visit-Us/Location- Directions-Parking The Henry B. González Convention Center is an easy walk from the SWVS Official hotels in the downtown area, so there is no complimentary SWVS shuttle service provided between the
sidewalks not only shortens your walk with no street traffic, it also provides a scenic view of the river. TAXI Two to six people ride for the price of one. Approximate fares, not including tips, to the Convention Center from the airport range from $24-$27. UBER & LYFT Uber and Lyft are also available for getting around San Antonio. STREETCAR Authentic reproductions of streetcars that traveled the streets of San Antonio more than 50 years ago make it easy to get to top attractions in the downtown area. All the streetcar routes connect you to the Henry B. González Convention Center. GO RIO RIVER SHUTTLE The River Shuttle is a very unique way to get
from place to place and sightsee along the river. Shuttle service is from 10 AM to 9 PM. For more information, visit www.goriocruises.com. CITY SIGHTSEEING DOUBLE-DECKER BUS Hop on, hop off and explore San Antonio on a double-decker bus – a fun way to see popular landmarks while riding to your destination. For more information, visit www.citysightseeingsanantonio.com . BUS Viva Via! San Antonio’s public transportation system offers an affordable and very convenient way to see San Antonio. For information on routes and fares, visit www.viainfo.net . For more information on getting around San Antonio and downtown San Antonio, visit https://swvs.eventsair.com/swvs- 2021/hotels-travel and www.visitsanantonio.com .
hotels and Convention Center. GETTING AROUND DOWNTOWN WALKING
Downtown San Antonio is a truly walkable city with most downtown destinations being less than 0.5 miles from the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center. Using the River Walk
PARKING Parking is available in San Antonio, more details can be found at www.sahbgcc.com/Visit-Us/Location-Directions-Parking , and there are many other parking options available in San Antonio. Listed below are the parking garages/lots close to the Convention Center and prices. GARAGE LOCATION RATE PHONE
$12.00 first hour with $5 each additional hour up to $31 maximum per day
Grand Hyatt Garage (Closest to the Convention Center)
600 E. Market St. (Bowie & Market)
(210) 451-6464
Convention Center Garage
850 E. Commerce St. (Corner of Commerce & Bowie) Daily flat rate: $10 | Weekend rate: $15
Monday - Thursday: $3 / hour (maximum daily $30) Friday - Sunday: $5 / hour (maximum daily $30)
Convention Center South Parking
637 S. Tower of the Americas Way
Riverbend Garage
210 N. Presa St. (Commerce & Market @ Presa)
Daily flat rate: $16 | Events & Weekends: $16-$20
849 E. Commerce St. 300 E. Crockett Street
First hour: $5 | Each additional 15 min: $1 5-12 hours: $20 | 12-24 hours: $25 Monday - Wednesday: Flat daily rate: $8.00 Thursday - Sunday: Flat daily rate: $11.00
Rivercenter Garage
(210) 225-3973
801 Cesar Chavez Blvd. (on Bowie South, off Market St.)
Tower of the Americas Parking
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EXHIBIT HALL WELCOME RECEPTION New Day & Time
We’re hosting an orientation just for you! All first-time SWVS attendees are invited to join us Thursday afternoon or Friday morning for an orientation hosted by our Board of Managers. Network with other first-time attendees and enjoy complimentary refreshments while learning how to get the most out of SWVS.
THURSDAY, SEPT. 23 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (SWVS Central, Exhibit Hall) FRIDAY, SEPT. 24 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM (Room 207AB)
Room 008 B, River Level A quiet zone for any registered attendee. It is meant to create peace, tranquility, and focus. The type of break we could all use, right? The purpose of having a separate room for this is to provide our attendees an escape and a chance to hang out away from meetings for a bit. No talking, food or drink allowed. Zen Room
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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Kick off SWVS 2021 with margaritas and mariachi fun inside the Exhibit Hall. It’s a great way to experience a splash of Southern Hospitality while mingling with our 2021 Exhibitors. A complimentary margarita is included in your professional registration fees.
SWVS BLANKETS This blanket is made out of soft
SWVS 2021 T-SHIRT $15 each S, M, L, XL $18 each XXL, XXXL
SWVS 2020 T-SHIRT $15 each S, M, L, XL $18 each XXL, XXXL
sweatshirt material and is in a forest green color, size 53.5 x 45 inches. Price: $20 You can purchase these at the merchandise desk by Registration. We only have a limited amount available and once they are gone we will not be able to order any more.
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EXHIBIT HALL
SWVS COFFEE & PASTRIES
SIP-N-SHOP
Start your day off right with complimentary refreshments served on Friday, Saturday and Sunday mornings from 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM. Meet up with colleagues and new friends as you enjoy a hot cup of coffee with pastries before heading to class. Coffee & Pastries will be located at Fountain View 2nd Floor Meeting Room Level of the San Antonio Convention Center.
FRIDAY, SEPT. 24 3:50 PM - 5:00 PM Exhibit Hall 4 Join us for a night of shopping and socializing with attendees and exhibitors. This is a great opportunity for you to meet some of our new exhibitors and to catch up with our longtime trusted sponsors! Complimentary drink included in the professional registration fee.
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AT A GLANCE Daily Schedule of Social Events THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM First-time Attendee Orientation 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Exhibit Hall Welcome Reception FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM First-time Attendee Orientation 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM Coffee & Pastries 3:50 PM - 5:00 PM Exhibit Hall “ FUR ther Together” Sip-N-Shop SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM Coffee & Pastries 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM Be True To Your School inside Exhibit Hall 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM College Football SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 7:00 AM - 7:50 AM Worship Service 7:00 AM - 8:00 AM Coffee & Pastries Use #SWVS21 and Join the Conversation FOLLOW SWVS ON FACEBOOK AND TWITTER FOR LIVE UPDATES, ANNOUNCEMENTS, AND PHOTOS DURING THE CONFERENCE Swing by SWVS Central, to interact with the Social Wall #SWVS21 FB.COM/4SWVS @SWVS @S_W_V_S
WORSHIP SERVICE SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 7:00 AM - 7:50 AM Dr. Rocky Lindsey San Antonio Convention Center Room 207 AB All SWVS attendees and guests are welcome to begin the day at the Christian Veterinary Mission Ecumenical Worship Service, which is complimentary and open to all. Join us Sunday morning as we worship together to glorify God through His Word and inspirational message. Sponsored by: “BE TRUE TO YOUR SCHOOL” Saturday is “Be True to Your School” wear your school colors day. Relive your college days by wearing your college team’s colors or apparel. Be sure to watch your favorite college football game at SWVS Central inside the Exhibit Hall.
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CE CREDIT HOURS General Symposium Attendance hours.................................................................... 29 credit hours GENERAL SYMPOSIUM CE HOURS BY DAY: Thursday, September 23 ............................................................................................3 credit hours Friday, September 24 ...............................................................................................10 credit hours Saturday, September 25 ........................................................................................... 10 credit hours Sunday, September 26 ...............................................................................................6 credit hours ADDITIONAL CE HOURS AVAILABLE: (Not included in the General Symposium hours above) CE Tours (Ticket Required) ............................................................................................ 2.5 credit hours Interactive Labs (Ticket Required) ......................................................................... 2, 4 or 6 credit hours Exhibit Hall .................................................................................................................2 credit hours DVMs licensed in Arkansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma or Texas may claim 2 credit hours for time spent in the Exhibit Hall. Master Classes (Ticket Required) ..................................................................................... 4 credit hours Meet the Expert Lunches (Ticket Required) .............................................................. 1 credit hour each Exhibitor Satellite Sessions................................................................................. 1 or 3 credit hours (For those approved for SWVS CE credit) – Some RACE approved. CONTACT INFORMATION FOR STATE LICENSING BOARDS Alabama ................................................................................................................... 334-395-5112 Arkansas ................................................................................................................... 501-224-2836 Colorado .................................................................................................................. 303-894-7800 Kansas ...................................................................................................................... 785-456-8781 Louisiana ................................................................................................................... 225-925-6620 Mississippi ................................................................................................................ 662-324-9380 Missouri .................................................................................................................... 573-751-0293 New Mexico ............................................................................................................. 505-553-7021 Oklahoma ................................................................................................................. 405-522-8831 Tennessee ................................................................................................................. 615-532-5090 Texas ......................................................................................................................... 512-305-7555 CE CREDIT INFORMATION SWVS is a continuing education provider and offers more than 400+ hours of quality CE courses for Veterinarians, Veterinary Students, Veterinary Technicians, Veterinary Technician Students, Veterinary Assistants, Practice Managers and Office Staff. SWVS is owned by five partner state VMAs, each of which is an affiliate of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA). These state veterinary medical exam boards accept/approve SWVS for CE credit. Registrants from other states should check with their state Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners regarding approval of SWVS CE credit. A maximum of 29 CE credit hours are available for the SWVS General Symposium. Additional credit hours are available as listed below. In addition, DVMs licensed in Arkansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma or Texas may claim 2 hours of CE for visiting the SWVS Exhibit Hall. Please check with your state veterinary medical licensing board for specific CE allowances and requirements. It is the individual’s responsibility to maintain and submit CE records as required. Attendees are encouraged to consult their state licensing board for specific allowances and any restrictions on the number of hours accepted for specialty and non-science sessions (practice management). The “Southwest Veterinary Symposium” for classroom, lab, medical/surgical, acupuncture, chiropractic, holistic, herbal, large/small animal, exotics, avian, reptiles, practice management, equine, technician and tech assistants has been approved for 20+ CE hours for DVMs and LVTs by the Alabama State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners Board.
Three simple steps are required to obtain the SWVS CE Certificate of Completion. CONTINUING EDUCATION VERIFICATION IN 3 EASY STEPS
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CHECK IN – Upon arrival at the San Antonio Convention Center, check in at the registration area, where your badge will be scanned to verify your attendance. TRACK YOUR ATTENDANCE – Use the CE Checklist provided in your bag or through the mobile app to record your presence at each session you attend. CE CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION – At the conclusion of the Symposium, your CE Certificate will be emailed to you. Maintain the certificate, along with the CE Checklist, in your files. CE Certificates will NOT be handed out on-site.
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RACE APPROVAL STATEMENT The American Association of Veterinary State Boards RACE committee has reviewed and approved the program referenced above as meeting the Standards adopted by the AAVSB. Program Number: 750089 Max Veterinary Hours approved: 446.00 Max Veterinary Hours available: 29.00 Max Veterinary Technician Hours approved: 446.00 Max Veterinary Technician Hours available: 29.00 At the conclusion of the Symposium, a RACE Certificate will be emailed to you. Maintain the certificate, along with the CE Checklist, in your flies. Please contact the AAVSB RACE program at race@aavsb.org or 877-698-8482 should you have any comments/concerns regarding this program's validity or relevancy to the veterinary profession, or if you have questions regarding this notification.
Listed Speakers and Lecture Schedule is as of 8/27/2021. The most up-to-date information can be found on swvs.org or in the mobile app.
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EVENT LOCATOR MAP
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HENRY B. GONZÁLEZ CONVENTION CENTER SAN ANTONIO,TEXAS
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Companion Animal ...................... Hemisfair Ballroom 1 .....................................................Hemisfair Ballroom 2 .....................................................Hemisfair Ballroom 3 .....................................................214 A, 214 B, 214 D, 210 AB
Diagnostic Lab ..............................007 C
Equine .........................................006 C Exhibit Hall .................................Exhibit Hall 4 Exhibitor Satellite Sessions..........Hemisfair Ballroom 1 .....................................................Hemisfair Ballroom 2 .....................................................Hemisfair Ballroom 3 First Aid Room..............................H-38, Exhibit Hall 4 Food Anima ..................................006 A, 006 B Integrative Medicine....................007 A, 210 AB Interactive Labs............................217 A, 217 D l Master Class/Technology..............205, 214 C, 211, 007 D Meet the Expert Luncheons.......... 006 A, 006 B, 006 C Multitrack/Cross-Species...............006 B, 006 D, 007 D, 211 Non-Traditional/Exotics ................ 208 Exhibitor Reception/ Sip-N-Shop...................................Exhibit Hall 4 First-Time Attendee: Welcome Reception.................................... SWVS Central, 207 AB
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Practice Management....................212 AB, 213 AB Professional Development/..........007 B, 209 Wellness.......................................River Terrace, Marriott Riverwalk Hotel Rabies, Titers Clinic ...................... Exhibit Hall 4 Registration ..................................West Registration Speaker Ready Room/...................206 B Lost & Found SWVS Central ............................... Exhibit Hall 4 Veterinary Technician ...................209, 210 AB, 213 AB, 214 B, 214 C
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SPEAKERS
Chris Allen, DVM, JD Associates in Veterinary Law, P.C. Frank Andrews, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVIM (LAIM) Louisiana State University Lexi Apgar-Arpin, DVM USDA Clarke Atkins, DVM, DACVIM (Internal Medicine, Cardiology) NCSU College of Veterinary Medicine Laura Baltodano, DVM The Wellness Doctor Heidi Banse, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (LA) Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Lab Sarah Suzanne Beatty, DVM, DACVP University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine Mary Berg, BS, RLATG, VTS (Dentistry) Beyond the Crown Veterinary Education Dawn Boothe, DVM, MS, PhD Auburn University Mindy Borst, LVT Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) Katherine Brown United States Department of Justice Ben Buchanan, DVM, DACVIM, DACVECC Brazos Valley Equine Hospital Cherie Buisson, DVM, CHPV A Happy Vet, Helping Hands Pet Hospice Christine Calder, DVM Maine Veterinary Medical Center Sarah Cannizzo, DVM Fort Worth Zoo Bruce Chandler Texas Animal Health Commission Louisiana State University Cat Barr, PhD, DABT
Kati Glass, DVM, DACVS-LA Texas A&M University Veterinary Teaching Hospital Lorrie Hale, DVM, MS, CTCVMP, GCTHCP, CTPEP, CVA, CVTP, CVCH, CVFT LSU School of Veterinary Medicine Marina Harrison, BS, CVA II Texas A&M University Trina Hazzah, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology), CVCH Green Nile, Inc Justin Heinz, DVM, DACVECC Texas A&M University Kim Hencken, DVM USDA Larry Hollis, DVM, M.Ag Kansas State University Sharman Hoppes, DVM, ABVP-Avian Texas Avian and Exotic Hospital Meredyth Jones, DVM, MS, DACVIM-LA Large Animal Consulting & Education, LLC Bill Kearley, DVM, MBA Veterinary Practice Success Theresa Koehler, BS Texas Animal Health Commission Ronald Koh, DVM, MS, CVA, CVCH, CVFT, CCRP, CVMMP University of California Davis Erica Lacher, DVM Springhill Equine Veterinary Clinic Angela Lackie, DVM, BS Texas Animal Health Commission Patty Lathan, VMD, MS, DACVIM (SAIM) Mississippi State University Andrew Lewin, BVM&S, DACVO Louisiana State University
Brook Niemiec, DVM, DAVDC Veterinary Dental Specialties & Oral Surgery Gary Norsworthy, DVM, DABVP (Feline) Alamo Feline Health Center Valerie Parker, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), DACVN The Ohio State University Stephen Pittenger, DVM, DABVP Memorial 610 Hospital for Animals Paula Plummer, LVT, VTS (ECC, SAIM) Texas A&M University – VMTH R. Dan Posey, DVM, DABVP (Beef Cattle) West Texas A&M University Brian Poteet, MS, DVM, DACVR, DABSNM Vitalrads Inc. Kimberly Rainwater, DVM Fort Worth Zoo Heidi Reuss-Lamky, LVT, VTS (Anesthesia/ Analgesia), (Surgery), FFCP Academy of Veterinary Surgical Technicians Erin Ribka, DVM Gulf South Veterinary Dentistry & Oral Surgery Sarah Sampson, DVM, PhD, DACVS-LA, DACVSMR-Equine, CERP Texas A&M University Ashley Saunders, DACVIM (Cardiology) Texas A&M University Megan Schmid, DVM USDA Carolyn Shadle, PhD Interpersonal Communication Services, Inc. Cliff Shipley, DVM, BS University of Illinois Andy Shores, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVIM (Neuro) Veterinary Specialty Center and Mississippi State College of Veterinary Medicine Allen Skinner, DVM, DAVDC Veterinary Dental Specialties & Oral Surgery Lauren Thielen, DVM, ABVP-Avian Texas Avian & Exotic Hospital Jay Tischendorf, DVM, HAB and Fear Free Certified Ceva Animal Health Benjamin Turner, PhD, MS Texas A&M University-Kingsville Angela Vong, MA, BS, LVT, NBCT Deer Park Animal Hospital/CCISD Jessica Weber, BS, CVT, VTS (Neurology) Ocean State Veterinary Specialists Amelia White, DVM, MS, DACVD Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine Bruce Whittle, DVM Honey Creek Veterinary Hospital Michael Willard, DVM, DACVIM Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine Tina Wismer, DVM, DABVT, DABT ASPCA Ann Wortinger, BIS, LVT, VTS (ECC, SAIM, Nutrition), FFCP 4 Cats Consulting Virginie Wurlod, MSs, DACVECC, DECVECC Louisiana State University Kenichiro Yagi, MS, RVT, VTS (ECC), (SAIM) Veterinary Emergency Group
Victoria Lukasik, DVM, DACVAA Southern Arizona Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Center Evelyn MacKay, DVM, DACVIM Texas A&M University
Anna Chapman, DVM Louisiana State University
Karen Chapman-Palermo, LVT Texas A&M University Teaching Hospital Jaclyn Christensen, BAS, LVT, VTS (Oncology) Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital Pete Christopherson, DVM, PhD, DACVP Auburn University Cheryl Coartney, RVT, CVT, VTS (ECC) Emergency Pet Care of Texas Rob Coke, DVM, Dipl. ACZM. Dipl. ABVP (Reptile & Amphibian), CVA San Antonio Zoo Francisco Conrado, DVM, MSc, Diplomate ACVP (Clinical) Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine Malcolm Delovio, PhD Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (TVMDL) Nicola Di Girolamo, DVM, MSc (EBHC), GP Cert (ExAP), PhD, DECZM (Herp) Oklahoma State University Lewis Dinges, DVM, BS Texas Animal Health Commission Brandon Dominguez, DVM, MS, DACVPM Texas A&M University Lindsay Donnelly, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Oncology) University of Missouri Brenda Feller, CVT, RVT, VTS BluePearl Naples
Muzafar Makhdoomi, PhD Texas Animal Health Commission Monica Maxwell, SPHR, SHRM-SCP DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital Michael McFadden, DVM, DACVS-SA Houston Mobile Veterinary Surgery Therese McNamee, DVM, MPH, MS USDA John Meyer, PhD Interpersonal Communication Services, Inc. Turpin Mott, CCO
National Veterinary Associates Nina Mouledous, DVM AVMA PLIT Jennifer Mulderig, LVT Just Cats Veterinary Services Wendy Myers, CVJ
Communication Solutions for Veterinarians Amy Newfield, MS, CVT, VTS (ECC) Veterinary Emergency Group
Kaki Nicotre, DVM Clifton Veterinary Clinic John Nielsen, CVT, VTS (ECC, Physical Rehab.), CVPP, CCRP, CCFT K-9 In Motion
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