Past Events

Doors open 6:00 pm, Speaker 7-9 McAlister’s Delli – sandwiches/boxed AI is quickly becoming part of everyday veterinary practice. In this session, we’ll look at how AI can support your clinic in real, practical ways: from helping with marketing and client communication to improving medical records, diagnostics, and workflow efficiency. We’ll break down what’s possible now, what’s coming soon, and how to decide what makes sense for your team. Learning Objectives: Marketing & Communication: Learn how AI tools can help with social media posts, responding to online reviews, client messaging, and building consistent marketing workflows—without losing the personal touch. Diagnostics: See how AI shows up in imaging tools, lab data interpretation, and early disease detection—and understand where it can support (not replace) clinical judgment. Medical Records: Explore how AI can help with transcription, SOAP note creation, discharge instructions, and reducing documentation time. Client Support: Discover tools that help with reminders, FAQs, triage support, and creating clearer, faster communication with pet owners. Putting It Into Practice: Learn how to evaluate which AI tools are worth trying, how to start small, and how to introduce new technology to your team. Takeaway: You’ll leave with a practical understanding of how AI can be used […]

Mimosas in March with Michael ☀️🥂 Join us for a special Sunday morning CE as Dr. Michael Warshaw takes us behind the scenes of a very different side of veterinary medicine—caring for the incredible animals of the St. Louis Zoo. Exotic species with unique medical challenges, this talk explores how veterinary teams adapt their approach across species and work hand-in-hand with animal trainers to deliver exceptional care. This is our first-ever Sunday morning meeting, and we’re leaning into it: brunch will be provided, along with alcoholic and non-alcoholic mimosas. Expect an engaging, educational, and relaxed start to your day—set against the backdrop of one of St. Louis’s greatest treasures.

Doors open 8:30 am NO BREAKFAST PROVIDED – Lunch, drinks, and an afternoon snack provided. Dr. Sally J Foote is an international veterinary behavior consultant, writer, and speaker.  Certified by the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, Low-Stress Handling Certified Silver, and Fear Free Elite, she is an expert in creating a less stressful care experience for staff, patients, and clients.   Dr. Foote has presented at national conferences, including the AVMA, VMX, and Midwest Veterinary Conference, and is a guest lecturer at various Colleges of Veterinary Medicine and other universities.   With over 40 years of practice experience, Dr. Foote now focuses her time on speaking, creating online education, heading the Bella Behavior learning center in Tuscola, IL, and continuing to innovate in veterinary behavior.  Dr. Foote received her DVM in 1984 from the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine. She is a Certified Animal Behavior Consultant by the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, Low-Stress Handling Certified – Silver, and Fear Free Elite Certified.    Dr. Foote has served on multiple committees with the Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association and is the past president of the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior. Dr. Foote is a member of […]

Doors open at 6:00 pm, speaker at 7-9 Speaker bio: I am a retired Police Officer with 22 years of experience with the Maplewood Police Department, Ballwin Police Department and the Wentzville Police Department.  I am currently working for the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Service, Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs.  I started as a Senior Investigator with BNDD in September 2017 and was promoted to Asst. Bureau Administrator/Chief Investigator in August 2023.  I proudly served our country as an officer in the US Army Reserve and served during Operation Joint Guard in Bosnia. Missouri Controlled Substance Laws/BNDD Lecture Summary: Veterinarians will receive an overview of the Bureau of Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs (BNDD) and their responsibilities when dealing with controlled substances per Federal and State law and regulations. Feel free to submit questions in advance for our speaker to answer! Send them to Dr. Betsy Marziani (bmarziani@live.com), and she will compile them. ***Adult beverages will be available at the meeting – this is completely thanks to our sponsor Gateway Veterinary Surgery!*** **Please note – the parking lot in front of the Community Center may be full, but there is ample parking in the adjacent Aquaport Parking Lot.

Sharpen your eye skills! Learn to spot tricky eye diseases, avoid common pitfalls, and improve testing, diagnosis, and treatment. Join Us for a Continuing Education Event at The Animal Neurology Center Dr. Kelli Zimmerman of Animal Eye Associates presents an updated version of “Ophthalmology Faux Paws,” a practical, case-based course focused on the ophthalmic conditions most commonly misdiagnosed or mismanaged in everyday veterinary practice. This engaging session emphasizes simple, effective tips and clinical pearls to enhance ophthalmic testing, diagnosis, and treatment for both veterinarians and veterinary technicians. The course begins with a concise review of essential ocular anatomy, including the lacrimal system, nasolacrimal drainage system, and cornea. From there, participants will explore common ophthalmic conditions such as dry eye disease, corneal ulcers, nasolacrimal duct obstruction, and glaucoma—learning how to recognize key findings, differentiate causes, and select appropriate initial treatment plans. Commonly used ophthalmic medications will also be reviewed, with a focus on proper use, contraindications, and avoiding common pitfalls. Participants will explore common ophthalmic conditions such as dry eye disease, glaucoma, corneal ulcers, nasolacrimal duct obstruction —learning how to recognize key findings, differentiate causes, and select appropriate initial treatment plans. In doing so, the course will review essential ocular anatomy – including […]

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Join us for a night of fun, friendly competition, and networking at Veterinary Trivia Night hosted at ANC! At the Animal Neurology Center (ANC), we’re excited to launch a series of regular gatherings designed not only for learning, but—just as importantly—for connection with our veterinary colleagues. While many of our events will continue to offer traditional continuing education, we’ll also be interspersing relaxed, social evenings that give us a chance to unwind, laugh, and build community together. Our first-ever Veterinary Trivia Night kicks off this new format—and we hope it’s the first of many. Join us for a night of fun, friendly competition, and networking at ANC. Whether you attend with your clinic team or join a mixed group (teams of four), this is a great opportunity to connect with colleagues and put your knowledge (and sense of humor) to the test. Trivia Categories Include: Veterinary Medicine Pop Culture Animals “Vet School Trauma” 😄 Prizes Include: First place: Pizza Party for your clinic Second place: Ice Cream Party for your clinic Third place: ANC swag Food and drinks will be provided, and no trivia experience is required—just come ready to have fun! Sponsored by Zoetis. 📅Attendance Note Due to high demand, we ask that registrants notify us at least 24 […]

Doors open at 6:15 pm, speaker at 7-9

Lecture runs from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Doors open at 6:00 PM. Lecture runs from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM.

Doors open at 8:30 AM. Lecture runs from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.