CVMA Conventions
2003 Winnipeg, Manitoba July/juillet 9–12
2004 Québec, Québec July/juillet 7–10
APRIL 2003
46th British Small Animal Veterinary Association Congress. April 3–6, 2003 in Birmingham, United Kingdom. Contact: British Small Animal Veterinary Association, Woodrow House, 1 Telford Way, Watterwells Business Park, Quedgeley, Glos GL2 2AB, tel.: 44 1452 726720, fax: 44 1452 726701, e-mail: congress@bsava.com, Web site: www.bsava.com
Advanced Canine Learning Symposium. April 4–6, 2003 at the University of Guelph in Guelph, Ontario. The symposium features an international panel of world experts. Contact: Professional Animal Behavior Associates, Box 25111, London, Ontario N6C 6A8, tel.: 1-800-666-DOGS or (519) 685-4756, fax: (519) 685-6618, e-mail: dogs@gentleleadercanada.com, Web site: www.gentleleadercanada.com
Veterinary Management Development School: Level One. April 9–12, 2003 in Denver, Colorado. Contact: AAHA Member Service Center, tel.: 1-800-883-6301 or (303) 986-2800, Web site: www.aahanet.org
Atlantic Provinces Veterinary Conference. April 25 to 27, 2003, at the Holiday Inn in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. Topics that will be covered are feline medicine and surgery; radiology of the respiratory system; ultrasound and tele-imaging; erythrocytes and leukocytes in disease; practical cytology; urinalysis; maximizing diagnostic power; senior care; mediation in the veterinary profession; how to answer client's questions on pet behavior; and establishing a healthy relationship with work and embracing the future with positive uncertainty. Contact: Dr. Ernie Prowse; APVC, 106 Maple Boulevard, Truro, Nova Scotia B2N 4N3, tel.: (902) 897-2589, e-mail: eprowse@tru.eastlink.ca, Web site: www.apvc.ca
MAY 2003
Wildlife Capture Course For Veterinarians. May 10–18, 2003. For vets interested in wildlife conservation: hands on experience learning professional and humane animal handling during capture, including chemical and mechanical game capture, drug delivery systems, immobilization drugs, and basic veterinary procedures. All animal work is done for legitimate management reasons. Cost: $2100 US. Contact: Parawild, PO Box 4101, Nelspruit 1200, South Africa, tel.: 27 82 468 7001, e-mail: safari@parawild.co.za, Web site: www.parawild.co.za
International Course on Laboratory Animal Science. May 12–23, 2003 at the Department of Laboratory Animal Science, Utrecht, The Netherlands. This 2 week intensive course presents basic facts and principles that are essential for the humane use and care of animals, and for the quality of research. The contents of the course are in line with recommendations of the Federation of European Laboratory Animal Science Associations (FELASA), regarding the training of young scientists whose research involves the use of vertebrate animals. Contact: Professor L.F.M. van Zutphen and Mr. Stephen van Meulebrouck, Department of Laboratory Animal Science, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, PO Box 80.166, 3508 TD Utrecht, The Netherlands, tel.: 31 30 253 2033, fax: 31 30 253 7997, e-mail: pdk@las.vet.uu.nl, Web site: http://las.vet.uu.nl
Trends & Expectations: The AAALAC Conference on Quality Laboratory Animal Care. May 19–20, 2003 in Reston, Virginia. Understand trends and AAALAC expectations for quality laboratory animal care, discover the most common deficiencies reported by AAALAC evaluators, and hear possible solutions and successful case studies. Web site: www.aaalac.org/conference.htm
The 2003 Australian Veterinary Association Annual Conference. May 24–30, 2003 at the Cairns Convention Center, Cairns, Australia. Over 1000 veterinarians will be assembling to participate in 10 concurrent streams of interest, including sheep and cattle medicine, small animal specialties, public health, food microbiology, and conservation biology. There will also be over 50 veterinary company displays on the latest veterinary technology and products. Contact: Doreen Culliver, tel.: 02 6273 8855, fax: 02 6273 8899, e-mail: avacos@ava.com.au, Web site: www.ava.com.au
JUNE 2003
American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine and the World Federation for Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology. June 1–6, 2003 in Montreal, Quebec. Contact: Stacey Bessling, Public Relations Coordinator, The American Institute of Ultrasound in Medicine, 14750 Sweitzer Lane, Suite 100, Laurel, Maryland 20707-5906, USA, tel.: (301) 498-4100, e-mail: sbesslin@aium.org
2003 EAC/ACR National Conference. June 1–15, 2003 at the University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario. Contact: Michele Collins, Editors' Association of Canada, 502–27 Carlton Street, Toronto, Ontario M5B 1L2, tel.: (866) 226-3348, fax: (416) 975-1637, e-mail: info@editors.ca, Web site: www.editors.ca, www.reviseurs.ca
The 5th Annual International Conference on Exotics (ICE2003). June 5–7, 2003 at the Breakers resort in Palm Beach, Florida, USA. International speakers and leaders in the field will meet to present and share the next level in clinical surgery and medical updates for avian and exotic pets. Special skill sharpening sessions are also planned. Contact: ICE2003, PO Box 541749, Lake Worth, Florida 33454-1749, USA, tel.: 1-800-946-4782 or (561) 641-6745, fax: (561) 641-0234, e-mail: info@exoticdvm.com, Web site: www.exoticdvm.com
Veterinary Hospital Managers Association Summer Meeting. June 7–8, 2003 at the Holiday Inn Select Toronto Airport, Toronto, Ontario. Contact: Christine Quinn, VHMA, tel.: (518) 433-8911, fax: (518) 463-8656, e-mail: vhma@caphill.com, Web site: www.vhma.org
Lifelearn Inc. Continuing Education — Behaviour. June 20–21, 2003 at the Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario N1G 2W1. Join Drs. Lansberg and Horwitz for an in-depth look at common behaviour problems in the dog and cat. Day 1 (open to all practice members) will include topics such as how to provide behaviour services in the veterinary practice — a team approach and learning principles and behaviour management products with demonstrations. Day 2 (veterinarians only) — seminar will include compulsive disorders, senior care, drug therapy, feline housesoiling, etc. Contact: Lifelearn Inc., MacNabb House, University of Guelph, Guelph, Ontario N1G 2W1, tel.: (519) 767-5043, toll free: 1-800-375-7994, fax: (519) 767-1101, Web site: www.lifelearn.com
Third Pan Commonwealth Veterinary Conference. June 27–30, 2003 in Wellington, New Zealand. The conference will be on animal welfare, island nations and biosecurity. Contact: Dr. Warren Webber, Director, Foundation for Continuing Education, New Zealand Veterinary Association, c/o IVABS Vet Tower, Massey University, Private Bag 11–222, Palmerston North, New Zealand, tel.: 64 6 350 5227, fax: 64 6 350 5659, e-mail: w.webber@massey.ac.nz, Web site: http://www.wellingtonconventioncentre.com
JULY 2003
55th Annual CVMA Convention. July 9–12, 2003 at the Winnipeg Convention Centre in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Continuing education highlights include emerging diseases such as West Nile Virus, Lyme disease, Giardia and Leptospirosis, conditioning of athletic dogs and other small animal sports medicine, orthopedics and ligament disease, small animal acupuncture, chiropractics, homeopathy, nutraceuticals, ocular manifestations of systemic disease, neonatal beef nutrition, equine colic and laser surgery, endoscopy, post operative management and complications, TB in wildlife, biosecurity of veterinary practices, antimicrobial use, small animal anesthesia and analgesia for high risk patients, joint disease and diseases of the abomasum in cattle, and avian and exotic animal anesthesia. Management program highlights include topics such as why pet owners should choose your hospital or why you do not have to trade empathy for income. Family members are welcome, with programs designed for the enjoyment of the entire family. Contact: Ms. Angie Herzog, Canadian Veterinary Medical Association, 339 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1R 7K1, tel.: 1-800-567-2862 ext. 12, 613-236-1162 ext. 12, e-mail: aherzog@cvma-acmv.org, Web site: http://www.canadianveterinarians.net
AUGUST 2003
52nd Annual Wildlife Disease Association Conference. The annual scientific meeting of the Wildlife Disease Association will take place August 11–14, 2003 in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. In addition, there will be a board examination preparatory course offered by the American College of Zoological Medicine on August 10th, and an International Workshop on Chronic Wasting Disease on August 15th. For complete information, please check the conference Web site at http://wildlife.usask.ca/WDA2003
Association of Avian Veterinarians (AAV) – 24th Annual Conference and Expo. August 25–29, 2003 at the Westin Hotel and David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Contact: AAV Conference Office, 90 Madison Street, Suite 502, Denver, Colorado 80206, USA, tel.: (303) 756-8380, fax: (303) 759-8861, e-mail: aav@conferenceoffice.com, Web site: www.conferenceoffice.com/AAV
SEPTEMBER 2003
Wildlife Capture Course For Veterinarians. September 20–28, 2003. For vets interested in wildlife conservation: hands on experience learning professional and humane animal handling during capture, including chemical and mechanical game capture, drug delivery systems, immobilization drugs, and basic veterinary procedures. All animal work is done for legitimate management reasons. Cost: $2100 US. Contact: Parawild, PO Box 4101, Nelspruit 1200, South Africa, tel.: 27 82 468 7001, e-mail: safari@parawild.co.za, Web site: www.parawild.co.za
OCTOBER 2003
2003 Annual Meeting and Conference for the Veterinary Hospital Managers Association. October 2–5, 2003 at the Millennium Knickerbocker Hotel, Chicago, Illinois. Contact: Christine Quinn, VHMA, tel.: (518) 433-8911, fax: (518) 463-8656, e-mail: vhma@caphill.com, Web site: www.vhma.org
American Association of Zoo Veterinarians. October 5–9, 2003. Program sessions include Reptiles and Amphibians, Avian Medicine, Nutrition, Pharmacology (Nutriceuticals and Phytochemicals), Vaccinations, AZA Programs (SSP/TAG Veterinary Advisory Updates), Advances in Technology and Diagnostic Testing, Case Reports and Practice Tips, Aquatics and Marine Mammals, Hoofstock, Carnivores and Small Mammals, Hospital Administration and Leadership, Primates, Pathology, Conservation Medicine, and Emerging Diseases. There will also be a poster session, veterinary and graduate student paper competitions, and workshops/wet labs. Contact: Wilbur Amand, VMD, Executive Director/AAZV, 6 North Pennell Road, Media, Pennsylvania 19063, USA, tel.: (610) 892-4812, fax: (610) 892-4813, e-mail: AAZV@aol.com
Thirteenth Annual ACVS Veterinary Symposium. October 9–12, 2003 at the Marriott Wardman Park in Washington, D.C. Presenting canine, equine, feline and exotic animal seminars, including orthopedic and soft tissue diseases and techniques. Special sessions on critical care, anesthesia, emergency, dentistry, interactive panels, and practice management. Laboratories to include Arthroscopy, Laser Surgery, Ultrasound, Minimally Invasive Surgery, Joint Stabilization, Ophthalmology, Interlocking Nail and Dental Surgery. Offering a large exhibit hall with equipment, services, pharmaceuticals and diagnostic tests. Contact: American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS), 4401 East West Highway, Suite 205, Bethesda, Maryland 20914-4523, USA, tel.: (301) 913-9550, fax: (301) 913-2034, e-mail: acvs@aol.com; Web site: www@acvs.org
DECEMBER 2003
Scientists Center for Animal Welfare — Annual Winter Meeting. December 8–9, 2003 in San Antonio, Texas, USA. Contact: tel.: (301) 345-3500, e-mail: info@scaw.com, Web site: www.scaw.com
MARCH 2004
American Animal Hospital Association — 71st Annual Meeting. March 20–24, 2004 in Tampa, Florida, USA. Contact: American Animal Hospital Association, Box 150899, Denver, Colorado 80215-0899, USA, tel.: (303) 986-2800, fax: (303) 986-1700, Web site: www.aahanet.org
Footnotes
Coming Events are published in the CVJ and posted on the web site, www.canadianveterinarians.net, free of charge, on a space available basis. Send listings to:
Heather Broughton, Managing Editor, Journals, Canadian Veterinary Medical Association, 339 Booth Street, Ottawa, Ontario K1R 7K1; tel.: (613) 236-1162; fax: (613) 236-9681; e-mail: hbroughton@cvma-acmv.org. Submissions should be received at least 2 months prior to the event.