Southwest Veterinary Symposium On-Site Guide Unleash YOUR CAREER SEPTEMBER 26-29 2019
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unleash your Career at the 2019 Southwest Veterinary Symposium in San Antonio. Welcome
Be sure toparticipate inour 2019 Scavenger Hunt for a chance towinprizes andExhibit Hall shopping sprees! Joinus for the SanAntonio ZooAmbassador Program at SWVSCentral onFriday, Saturday, and Sunday. Don’tmiss the “UnleashYour Career” Exhibit Hall WelcomeReceptionFriday, September 27, 5:20 PM - 7:00 PM, inExhibit Hall 4. Exhibit Hall Hours Friday, September 27 9:30AM - 7:00PM
Saturday, September 28 Sunday, September 29
9:30AM - 5:00PM 9:30AM - 1:30 PM
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Table of Contents
general information Schedule at a Glance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 About SWVS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Getting Around San Antonio. . . . . . . . . . . . 13 SWVS Mobile App. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Social & Networking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 SWVS Rewards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 continuing education CE Credit Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Speakers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Event Locator Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Design Conference. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 CE Schedule/Other Activities. . . . . . . . . . . . 22 CE Ticketed Event Descriptions. . . . . . . . . . 38 Evening CE Sessions Descriptions. . . . . . . . . 41 Daytime CE Sessions Descriptions. . . . . . . . . 44 Exhibitor Satellite Sessions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 CE Session descriptions can be found online at www.swvs.org/ce-schedule EXHIBIT information Scavenger Hunt. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Exhibit Hall Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Exhibitors List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Exhibitors Profiles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Exhibit Hall Floor Plan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 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. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
SWVS gratefully acknowledges the following companies for their support. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
BOLAND VET SALES
2019 contact information SWVS REGISTRATION AND HOUSING Phone: 972-664-9800 Email: info@swvs.org I Website: www.swvs.org
future dates and locations
SWVS 2020 • SEPTEMBER 24 - 27, 2020 Fort Worth Convention Center, Fort Worth, TX SWVS 2021 • SEPTEMBER 23 - 26, 2021 Henry B. González Convention Center, San Antonio, TX SWVS 2022 • SEPTEMBER 22 - 25, 2022 Fort Worth Convention Center, Fort Worth, TX
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Professional Liability
Association Health Plan (AHP)* AVMA LIFE’s AHP offers greater benefits than current state health marketplace options and eases the administrative burden for eligible practices.
Business Insurance
Personal Insurance
Disability
Life
Veterinarians and practice owners rely on AVMA PLIT’s workers’ compensation, employment practices liability, business property and general liability policies to help protect their practices from risk.
AVMA PLIT’s professional liability program supports veterinarians in the event of malpractice allegations. Key endorsements include veterinary license defense and animal bailee (professional extension).
Veterinarians count on AVMA PLIT for the same level of personalized service and expertise for their home and auto insurance needs.
Disability income insurance through AVMA LIFE provides support for you and your family in the event a covered accident or illness keeps you from returning to your profession.
Level term life insurance through AVMA LIFE helps provide financial support for your family when you no longer can.
Questions about Coverage? Bring your insurance questions to Booth 509 and talk with one of our representatives and veterinarians about how to best protect yourself and your practice. New Product! The AVMA Trust Association Health Plan (AHP)*, is now available to all eligible AVMA-member practices. Learn more about the plan’s advantages and enrollment criteria at Booth 509. Scavenger Hunt and Raffle Make sure you stop by Booth 509 to participate in the convention scavenger hunt and enter the AVMA Trust Raffle for the chance to win cool prizes.
*As of July 1, 2019, the AHP is available in these initial rollout states: AZ, GA, IL, IN, MT, NE, OK, TX, and WV.
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Schedule at a glance
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 10:00 AM – 7:30 PM
Registration Open ...................................................................................................................................... West Registration
10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Design Conference (Ticket Required) ............................................................................................... 007 CD
12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Top Golf with Lunch (Ticket Required) ............................................................................................. Top Golf, San Antonio
1:00 PM
– 5:00 PM
Exhibitor Satellite Session - Companion Animal Health by LiteCure ................... 006 C
2:00 PM
– 5:00 PM
Exhibitor Satellite Session - Veterinary Practice Solutions ........................................... 006 D
3:00 PM
– 4:00 PM
Exhibitor Satellite Session - Legally Mine ................................................................................... 006 B
4:00 PM – 4:30 PM
First-Time Attendee Welcome Reception/Orientation .................................................... 206 AB
4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
First-Time Attendee Welcome Reception/Orientation (repeat) ................................ 206 AB
7:00 PM
– 9:50 PM
Evening Continuing Education Sessions ................................................................................. Convention Center
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 6:00 AM – 6:45 AM
Yoga – Root to Rise and Shine (Ticket Required) ...................................................................... River Terrace, Marriott Riverwalk Hotel
7:00 AM
– 7:30 PM
Registration Open ...................................................................................................................................... West Registration
7:00 AM
– 7:30 AM
First-Time Attendee Welcome Reception/Orientation .................................................... 206 AB
7:00 AM
– 8:00 AM
SWVS Coffee & Pastries .......................................................................................................................... Fountain View, Convention Center
7:30 AM
– 8:00 AM
First-Time Attendee Welcome Reception/Orientation (repeat) ................................ 206 AB
7:30 AM
– 4:00 PM
Design Conference (Ticket Required) ................................................................................................ 007 CD
8:00 AM – 5:20 PM
Continuing Education Sessions/Labs/Master Classes/ Meet the Expert Lunches ................................................................................................................... Convention Center
8:00 AM – 12:30 PM
CE Tour: Lackland AFB LTC Daniel E. Holland Military Working Dog Hospital (Ticket Required) ...................................................................... Lackland AFB Military Working Dog Hospital
9:15 AM
– 9:30 AM
Ribbon Cutting with SWVS and Visit San Antonio ........................................................... Exhibit Hall 4 Entrance
9:30 AM
– 7:00 PM
Exhibit Hall Hours ...................................................................................................................................... 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 (Lunch Ticket Required) .................................................................... 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 - Simmons Southcentral ............................... Hemisfair Ballroom3
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Exhibitor Satellite Luncheon Sessions - Zoetis ...................................................................... Hemisfair Ballroom2
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Exhibitor Satellite Luncheon Sessions - LegallyMine ....................................................... 007 A
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Exhibitor Satellite Luncheon Sessions - Cardiac Care for Pets ...................................... Hemisfair Ballroom 1
12:45 PM – 1:30 PM
Exotic Animal Presentation by the San Antonio Zoo Ambassador Animal Team .................................................................................................................................................. Exhibit Hall 4, SWVS Central
1:40 PM
– 1:45 PM
PrizeDrawings Announced inExhibit Hall ..................................................................................... Exhibit Hall 4, SWVSCentral (Must bePresent toWin)
2:00 PM
– 3:00 PM
Exhibitor Satellite Session (Bank of America Practice Solutions) ........................... 206 AB
3:50 PM
– 4:30 PM
BREAK – Refreshments in the Exhibit Hall ............................................................................. Exhibit Hall 4
4:00 PM – 4:10 PM
PrizeDrawings Announced inExhibit Hall ..................................................................................... Exhibit Hall 4, SWVSCentral (Must bePresent toWin)
5:20 PM
– 7:00 PM
"Unleash Your Career" Exhibit Hall Welcome Reception and Flying Disc Dogs of Austin ................................................................................................................... Exhibit Hall 4
6:30 PM
– 7:30 PM
Exhibitor Satellite Session (Bank of America Practice Solutions) ........................... 206 AB
7:00 PM
– 9:50 PM
Evening Continuing Education Sessions ................................................................................... Convention Center
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Schedule at a glance
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28
6:00 AM
– 6:45 AM
Yoga – Root to Rise and Shine (Ticket Required) ...................................................................... River Terrace, Marriott Riverwalk Hotel
7:00 AM
– 7:30 PM
Registration Open ...................................................................................................................................... West Registration
7:00 AM
– 8:00 AM
SWVS Coffee & Pastries .......................................................................................................................... Fountain View, Convention Center
8:00 AM – 12:30 PM
CE Tour: San Antonio Zoo Hospital Tour & Lectures (Ticket Required) ..................... San Antonio Zoo
8:00 AM – 5:20 PM
Continuing Education Sessions/Labs/Master Classes/ Meet the Expert Lunches ................................................................................................................... Convention Center
8:30 AM
– 5:00 PM
Titer and Rabies Vaccination Clinic Open ................................................................................ 008 B
9:30 AM
– 5:00 PM
Exhibit Hall Hours ...................................................................................................................................... Exhibit Hall 4
9:50 AM
– 10:30 AM
BREAK – Refreshments in the Exhibit Hall ............................................................................. Exhibit Hall 4
9:55 AM
– 10:30 AM
Exotic Animal Presentation by the San Antonio Zoo Ambassador Animal Team ..................................................................................................................................................................... Exhibit Hall 4, SWVS Central
11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
College Football Games Shown at SWVS Central ............................................................. Exhibit Hall 4, SWVS Central
12:20 PM – 2:00 PM
Lunch in the Exhibit Hall (Lunch Ticket Required) .................................................................... 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 - Ellman .................................................................. 006 D
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Exhibitor Satellite Luncheon Sessions - Hill's ........................................................................ Hemisfair Ballroom 1
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Exhibitor Satellite Luncheon Sessions - Johnson & Johnson .................................... 007 C
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Exhibitor Satellite Luncheon Sessions - IDEXX ..................................................................... Hemisfair Ballroom 3
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Exhibitor Satellite Luncheon Sessions - Zoetis ..................................................................... Hemisfair Ballroom 2
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM
Exhibitor Satellite Luncheon Sessions - Zoetis ...................................................................... 007 A
12:30 PM – 2:00 PM
Exhibitor Satellite Luncheon Sessions - Midwest Vet ....................................................... 007 D
1:40 PM
– 1:45 PM
PrizeDrawings/Pet PhotoContestWinner Announced inExhibit Hall .......................... Exhibit Hall 4, SWVSCentral (Must bePresent toWin)
3:50 PM
– 4:30 PM
BREAK – Refreshments in the Exhibit Hall .............................................................................. Exhibit Hall 4
4:00 PM – 4:10 PM
Grand Prize Drawings and Scavenger Hunt ........................................................................... Exhibit Hall 4, SWVS Central (Must be Present to Win)
7:00 PM
– 9:00 PM
Food Animal Off-Site Lecture and Dinner (Ticket Required) ............................................ The Briars Suite of the Grand Promenade
7:00 PM
– 9:50 PM
Evening Continuing Education Sessions ................................................................................... Convention Center
7:00 PM
– 10:00 PM
Sister's Grimm Dinner & Ghost Tour (Ticket Required) ................................................... Menger Hotel
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29
7:00 AM
– 4:00 PM
Registration Open ....................................................................................................................................... West Registration
7:00 AM
– 7:50 AM
Worship Service ............................................................................................................................................ 206 AB
7:00 AM
– 8:00 AM
SWVS Coffee & Pastries ........................................................................................................................... Fountain View, Convention Center
8:00 AM – 3:20 PM
Continuing Education Sessions ........................................................................................................ Convention Center
9:30 AM
– 1:30 PM
Exhibit Hall Hours ........................................................................................................................................ Exhibit Hall 4
9:30 AM
– 1:30 PM
Lunch in the Exhibit Hall – FoodConcessionsOpen (CashandCreditOnly) ....................... Exhibit Hall 4
9:50 AM
– 10:30 AM
BREAK – Refreshments in the Exhibit Hall .............................................................................. Exhibit Hall 4
9:55 AM
– 10:30 AM
Exotic Animal Presentation by the San Antonio Zoo Ambassador Animal Team ................................................................................................................................................... Exhibit Hall 4, SWVS Central
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About SWVS
THANK YOU TO OUR PARTNER STATE VMAs
ABOUT SWVS Southwest Veterinary Symposium is a partnership of the Arkansas, Louisiana, NewMexico, Oklahoma and Texas VMAs, as well as the Oklahoma Veterinary Technician Association and the Veterinary TeamAssociation of Texas. We provide continuing education for veterinary professionals in the Southwest region and the nation. Symposiumprofits 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.
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
2019 SWVS CE Committee Members
CE COMMITTEE CHAIR Amanda Favis, DVM Ruidoso Animal Clinic Ruidoso, NM CE COMMITTEE VICE CHAIR Jon Fletcher, DVM Louisiana State University Baton Rouge, LA DESIGN CONFERENCE CHAIR Mark Shackelford, DVM 15th Street Veterinary Group Tulsa, OK
The SWVS Continuing Education Program Committee is a standing committee of the 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 CE speakers and sessions in their track. Top: Ben Buchanan, DVM, Andrew Hanzlicek, DVM, Jon Fletcher, DVM, Mark Shackelford, DVM, Tristan Graf, DVM, Alvin Williams, DVM, Cade Coppenbarger, DVM, Peter Wunderlich, DVM Middle: Dianne Hudson, RVT, Paula Plummer, LVT, Amanda Favis, DVM, Stephen Pittenger, DVM, Trisha Marullo, DVM, Rob Coke, DVM, Kevin Washburn, DVM Bottom: Daniel Levenson, DVM, Katie Tyler, DVM, Jennifer Bracken, DVM, Cheryl Coartney, VTS (ECC), Susan Culp, DVM, Sharman Hoppes, DVM, Greg Rich, DVM Not pictured: Frank Andrews, DVM
2019 SWVS Lab Managers
Debbie Reed, RVT Co-Director of Veterinary Technology at Murray State College
Christen Puckett-Smith, RVT
Educational Laboratory Specialist Veterinary Technology Informational Technologist at Murray State College
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Managing Board Top: Mike Beard, DVM, Kirk Ryan, DVM, James Marshall, DVM, Jed Ford, DVM, Randy Shimkus, DVM Middle: Emily Walker, DVM, Mark Ferrell, DVM, John Mauterer, DVM, T. Murt Byrne, DVM Bottom: Amanda Favis, DVM, Pamela Mitchell, DVM, Karen Lass, DVM, Natalie Cooper, DVM, Mollyann Holland, DVM, Amanda Meeks
relatively long time (5 or more years) since you have had a rabies booster vaccination or a titer determination, youmay elect to have a booster vaccination instead of having a titer run. Cost of the vaccination will be $300. Rabies vaccinations will not be available on-site if you do not register for the vaccine. 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: 1244-36236 Max Veterinary Technician Hours approved: 179.00 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. NOTE: Classes noted with a have NOT been approved for RACE. THE SWVS APP Attendees can search exhibitors, sessions and speakers while creating a personal itinerary throughout the event. In addition, you will be able to take notes. Search Southwest Veterinary Symposium in your app store to download. 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 Max Veterinary Hours approved: 375.00 Max Veterinary Hours available: 29.00 ONLINE INFORMATION The SWVS website, www.swvs.org, is your source for the most current information about SWVS 2019 in San Antonio. n Register Online n Reserve Hotel Rooms n ViewComplete CE SessionDescriptions n Research CE by Day, Track or Speaker n View Current Exhibitors List n Find Out More About San Antonio: o Getting Around San Antonio o Restaurants & Shopping o Entertainment Options
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 ShowUs Your Badge program, convention attendees can receive discounts and special offers at over 50 restaurants and nightlife establishments in downtown SanAntonio simply by showing their conference badge. This complimentary program is San Antonio's way of extending a warmwelcome! For a list of participating establishments, go to www.swvs.org/social-page or themobile app. SWVS LUNCH TicketS Welcome to the symposiumwith Southern Hospitality! Use your lunch tickets and come on down to the Exhibit Hall for a hot buffet lunch. Lunch tickets will be provided to all registered professional attendees for Friday and Saturday. The SWVS lunch tickets can also be used for a buffet lunch during the Exhibitor Satellite Concessions will be open from 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM in the Exhibit Hall (cash and credit only). 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. More than 400+ hours of quality continuing education courses are offered at SWVS 2019. 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 Sessions on Friday and Saturday. Sunday Concessions See page 13 for details on: - Airport Shuttle Service - Taxi/Uber/Lyft - Trolleys - Directions to the Convention Center - Parking - River Taxis CE CREDIT INFORMATION
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 only $40 each and are for family members or guests who are not veterinarians, veterinary technicians, office staff, or practice managers. 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. Contact SWVS at 972-664- 9800 for assistance with any special needs so that we can make arrangements for you. 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 2019. 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 2019 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 CE Lectures, CE Event Tours, Interactive Labs, Workshops, Master Classes, andMeet the Expert Lunches. Lost and Found Located on the second level in Room 207 B • Thursday 3:00 PM – 7:30 PM • Friday 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM • Saturday 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM • Sunday 7:00 AM – 3:30 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 fromKansas State University with an estimated turnaround time of six to eight weeks. Cost of the titer will be $75. If it has been a
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Getting around San Antonio
Henry B. González Convention Center
PARKING Parking is available at the Official SWVS Hotels, and there are many other parking options available in San Antonio. Listed below are the parking garages/lots close to the Convention Center.
900 East Market Street I San Antonio, TX 78205 210-207-8500 www.sahbgcc.com The Henry B. González Convention Center is an easy walk from the Official SWVS Hotels in the downtown area, so there is no complimentary SWVS shuttle service provided between the hotels and convention center. If you are driving to San Antonio and need driving directions, maps, or routes, we recommend you go to www.visitsanantonio.com.
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LOCATION
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First hour: $12 Each additional hour: $5 (maximum daily: $31)
600 E. Market St. (Bowie & Market)
Grand Hyatt Garage (Closest to the Convention Center)
210-451-6464
850 E. Commerce St. (corner of Commerce & Bowie)
Daily flat rate: $10 Weekend rate: $15
N/A
Convention Center Garage
Monday - Thursday: $3 / hour (maximum daily: $30) Friday - Sunday: $5 / hour (maximum daily: $30)
637 S. Tower of the Americas Way
Convention Center South Parking
N/A
210 N. Presa St. (Commerce &Market @Presa)
Daily flat rate: $16 Events & weekends: $16-$20
N/A
Riverbend Garage
First hour: $5 Each additional 15 min: $1
849 E. Commerce St.
210-225-3973
Rivercenter Garage
5-12 hours: $20 12-24 hours: $25
Parking Rates* Monday - Friday: $8 Saturday & Sunday: $11 Special Events: $15 *Pricing subject to change.
739 Cesar Chavez Blvd. (on Bowie South, off Market St.)
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GETTING AROUND DOWNTOWN WALKING Downtown San Antonio is a truly walkable city with most downtown destinations being less than .5 miles from the Henry B. González Convention Center. Using the River Walk sidewalks not only shortens your walk with no street traffic, it also provides a scenic view of the river. TAXI In the downtown area, there is a minimum charge of $5. Two to six people ride for the price of one. UBER & LYFT Uber and Lyft are available for getting around. Find more information on our website: www.swvs.org/hotels-travel. TROLLEYS Authentic reproductions of trolleys 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 trolley routes connect you to the Henry
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Get the best deal with a VIA Day Pass that lets you ride all day for just $2.75. Passes are available on the bus or on the new VIA goMobile app and can be used with any regular VIA bus service.
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,
For more information on getting around San Antonio and downtown San Antonio, see www.swvs.org and www.visitsanantonio.com. $1.30 single trip, $2.75 unlimited Day Pass. Reduced fares for seniors, children under age 5, active-duty military, and students are available. Bus Fare THE SWVS APP • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Download the app today EVERYTHING AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
visit www.goriocruises.com. CITY SIGHTSEEING DOUBLE-DECKERBUS
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 www.swvs.org and www.visitsanantonio.com.
• Event Check-in • Browse the interactive CE schedule • Create your personalized schedule with the “My Agenda” tab • Participate in the Scavenger Hunt • Stay up to date on any schedule changes • Meeting matching • Maps, exhibitors, events, and more!
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“Be True to Your School” Saturday is "Be True to Your School" day! Commemorate the traditions and spirit that embody your college experience by wearing your college team’s colors and apparel. Get out those old college T-shirts or tune in to your favorite college football game at SWVS Central in the Exhibit Hall — true colors and spirit run deep. SWVS COFFEE & Pastries Start your day off right with complimentary refreshments served at the SWVS Coffee & Pastries 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 or tea with pastries before heading to class. The SWVS Coffee & Pastries is located at Fountain View on the meeting room level, second floor. NEW THIS YEAR! MEETING MATCHING SWVS is excited to offer Meeting Matching this year! The appointment-setting program allows all attendees and exhibitors to request appointments with one another. The programwill efficiently match you to vendors carrying the products and services you are looking to research for your practice. Attendees can search exhibitors in over 30 different industries and by sponsorship level, while exhibitors can search for attendees by state and last name. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
EXHIBIT HALL WELCOME RECEPTION Unleash your career
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 5:20 pm – 7:00 pm HENRY B. GONZÁLEZ CONVENTION CENTER | EXHIBIT HALL 4 JointogetherwithSWVSexhibitorsandenjoythis eveningoffunandeducationontheexhibitfloor.Doyour shoppingandenjoyarefreshingdrinkandentertainment attheSWVSExhibitHallWelcomeReception.
This is a great opportunity to visit with the exhibitors while enjoying a delicious nachobar served throughout the evening. Be sure touse thecomplimentarydrink ticket included in theprofessional registration fee. Youmaypurchase additional drink tickets at thecashbars located in the ExhibitHall.
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SWVS2019T-SHIRT Celebrate Southwest Veterinary Symposium with this event T-shirt. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • SWVSBlanketsforSale! This blanket is made of soft sweatshirt material and is in a forest green color, size 53.5 x 45 inches. Price: $20 $15 each: s, m, l, xl
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WORSHIP SERVICE SUNDAY, SEPT 29 7:00 AM – 7:50 AM Henry B. González Convention Center Room 206 AB SPEAKER: Paul Kline, DVM COST: No Charge or Ticket Required • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • All SWVSattendees andguests arewelcome tobegin thedayat theChristianVeterinaryMissionEcumenical WorshipService, which is complimentary andopen to all. Joinus for coffeeandpastries Sundaymorningas weworship together toglorifyGod throughHisWord and inspirationalmessage. SPONSORED BY:
Youcanpurchase these today andpick themupat themerchandisedeskat registration.Weonly havea limitedamount availableandonce they aregonewewill not beable toorder anymore. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • FIRST-TIMEATTENDEEWELCOMERECEPTION/ORIENTATION Thursday, September 26 206 AB 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM (repeat) Friday, September 27 206 AB 7:00 AM - 7:30 AM 7:30 AM - 8:00 AM (repeat) SWVS invites all first-time attendees to come together and experience our southernhospitality on Thursday afternoon or Fridaymorning for a brief receptionhostedby our Board of Managers. Enjoy complimentary food anddrinks and meet newcolleagues as younetworkwithother first-time attendees andbecome orientedwithour symposium.
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CE CREDIT HOURS General SymposiumAttendance Hours..................................................................................................29 credit hours GENERAL SYMPOSIUM CE HOURS BY DAY: Thursday, September 26............................................................................................................................................3 credit hours Friday, September 27..................................................................................................................................................10 credit hours Saturday, September 28...........................................................................................................................................10 credit hours Sunday, September 29................................................................................................................................................6 credit hours ADDITIONAL CE HOURS AVAILABLE: (Not included in the General Symposium hours above) CE Tours (Ticket Required) ................................................................................................................................... 2.5 or 3 credit hours Interactive Labs (Ticket Required) ........................................................................................................ 2, 4, 6, or 8 credit hours Design Conference (Ticket Required) ................................................................................ 13 credit hours for both days Attendees are advised to check with their state licensing board for the number of hours accepted for practice management/nonscience sessions (6.5 credit hours for Thursday only; 6.5 credit hours for Friday only). 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 - 4 credit hours (For those approved for SWVS CE credit) Some RACE approved. CONTACTINFORMATIONFORSTATELICENSINGBOARDS Alabama ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 334-395-5112 Arkansas ................................................................................................................................................................................... 501-224-2836 Colorado ................................................................................................................................................................................. 303-894-7855 Kansas ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 785-456-8781 Louisiana ................................................................................................................................................................................... 225-342-2176 Mississippi ............................................................................................................................................................................. 662-324-9380 Missouri ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 573-751-0031 NewMexico ........................................................................................................................................................................... 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, technicians, veterinary technician students, practicemanagers, office staff and hospital personnel. 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 examboards accept/ approve SWVS for CE credit. Registrants fromother states should check with their state Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners regarding approval of SWVS CE credit. Amaximumof 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, NewMexico, Oklahoma or Texas may claim2 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 nonscience sessions (practicemanagement). The Alabama State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners has approved 20+ CE hours for DVMs and LVTs. The Practice Management/Office Personnel classes were reviewed and approved by the VHMA program for 37 hours of continuing education in jurisdictions that recognize VHMA approval. Please contact the VHMA program if you have any comments/concerns regarding this program’s validity or relevancy to the veterinary profession. Some Equine classes have been approved for 9 American Association of Professional Farriers (AAPF) Continuing Education Credits. For more information, visit their website www.ProfessionalFarriers.com.
CHECK IN – Upon arrival at the Henry B. González 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 to record your presence at each session you attend. PICK UP A CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION – At the conclusion of the symposium, stop by the CE desk in the registration area to obtain your Certificate of Completion. Keep the certificate, along with the CE Checklist, in your files. Certificates will be available on Sunday at the close of the symposium. Three simple steps are required to obtain the SWVS CE Certificate of Completion. 1 2 3 CONTINUING EDUCATION VERIFICATION IN 3 EASY STEPS
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: 1244-36236
Max Veterinary Hours approved: 375.00 Max Veterinary Hours available: 29.00
Max Veterinary Technician Hours approved: 179.00 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. NOTE: Classes noted with a have NOT been approved for RACE.
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