Past Events

SAVE THE DATE for our MU ANNUAL VETERINARY TECHNICIAN CONTINUING EDUCATION EVENT at the Mizzou College of Veterinary Medicine! We hope to see you on Saturday, October 10th for up to 5 hours of continuing education, networking, and coming together as a veterinary community! The event is open to all veterinary personnel seeking to grow their knowledge!

Must be logged in to register. Login here. Lectures will begin at 9 am. There will be six hours total of CE, and lunch will be served. Location: The Edge of Webster. Dr. Abby Whiting Dr. Whiting completed her DVM degree from the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine in 2011. She is an experienced ER veterinarian passionate about building superstar veterinary teams for lifelong engagement and fulfillment. And she has a strong belief, that as a profession, we can continue to design our professional environments into a places where more and more veterinary superheroes thrive. She is also highly committed to providing working dogs and their handlers the best evidence based medical and emergency care. The Neuroscience of Happy: How Understanding the Human Brain Can Increase Profitability and Success of your Veterinary Business – 2 hours An exploration of human neurotransmitters, human evolution, and how this impacts our challenges and success in veterinary medicine. Mythbusters: Heat Stroke in Dogs – What the Real Data Teaches Us – 1 hour An exploration of the actual data on treatment of heat stroke in canines: Busting the myths we were trained with. Building a Superstar Veterinary Team – 1 hour The […]

Veterinary Technicians, VSS is hosting another FREE CE Conference!Join us at our new location for a full day of learning, networking, and fun. You’ll have the opportunity to earn all 5 of your required CE hours in just one day, completely FREE! We’ll keep you fueled throughout the day with breakfast, lunch, and snacks provided, plus you’ll have plenty of chances to win some great prizes.Come spend the day with VSS, connect with fellow veterinary professionals, learn something new, and get all 5 of your CE hours completed at once. We can’t wait to see you there! Click here to register.

Veterinarians and their teams, join us for an Open House at The Animal Neurology Center! Spend the morning behind the scenes at ANC. Meet our newest neurologist, Dr. Kara Majors, DVM, DACVIM (Neurology), tour the facility, and rotate through small-group, hands-on stations with our neurology and surgery team. Sunday, September 13 | 10 AM – 1 PM | 11652 Studt Ave, St. Louis, MO 63141 Highlights include: Learn how to do a neurologic exam St. Louis sweet, savory, and adult beverage food trucks Demo: Mastering the spinal tap Technician education: setting up CRIS RACE-approved CE lecture Register in advance to be entered in the raffle.

Are fewer appointments showing up on your practice calendar, even as the demand for high-quality veterinary care continues to grow? Across practices today, whether solo-doctor clinics or multi-doctor hospitals, maintaining a full appointment book and consistent client engagement is one of the biggest operational challenges. In this session, we’ll explore practical ways to meet pet parents where they are by strengthening your digital presence, re-engaging lapsed clients, and building long-term loyalty with strategies grounded in real-world clinic experience. You’ll learn how to apply vet-specific technology and data-driven communication tools to attract new pet parents, increase compliance, and lighten the administrative load so teams can focus more on delivering excellent care. Attendees will leave with a clear, actionable roadmap to fill schedules, boost client retention, and enhance the overall health of their practices, all aligned with the shared mission of advancing veterinary medicine and care in our communities. Speaker Bio: Rance Hampton, DVM has dedicated his career to strengthening the human–animal bond and supporting the veterinary teams who make that care possible. Rance knew he wanted to become a veterinarian at the age of 12 and has never lost sight of that passion, beginning his journey in veterinary medicine as a […]

Veterinarians, join us for Dr. Jill Luther’s lecture: “Perioperative management of the brachycephalic patient” This 1 hour RACE-Approved talk is designed for the general practitioner and their teams. We will discuss practical and evidence-based tips to implement safe and effective perioperative care for the high risk brachycephalic breeds.Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to: Have a basic understanding of all of the components of brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome Identify subtle symptoms to identify high-risk BOAS patients Implement practical changes to the drug protocol and perioperative management of brachycephalic patients

Join us for another evening of fun, friendly competition, and connection at Veterinary Trivia Night hosted by The ANC! At the Animal Neurology Center, we love creating opportunities not only for continuing education, but also for building relationships within our veterinary community. Trivia Night is all about stepping away from the day-to-day, sharing some laughs, and spending time with colleagues in a relaxed setting. Whether you come with your clinic team or join a mixed group, this is a great chance to connect with fellow veterinary professionals and put your knowledge (and maybe your random trivia skills) to the test.   Registration: https://www.addevent.com/event/2zl2n5816xf9

This event will provide valuable insight into diagnosing, working up, and treating cervical pain in animals. Dr. Wininger will share his expert tips and tricks, making this session perfect for veterinarians wanting to improve their understanding of cervical pain and treatment options. Dinner will be served and you’ll earn 1 hour of RACE-approved CE.

Veterinarians, join us for Dr. Abby Whiting’s lecture: “The Science of Happy: Unleashing the Power of Big Potential!” What if understanding brain chemistry could transform your veterinary team’s performance, culture, and success? This session explores the powerful role of key neurotransmitters—serotonin, dopamine, endorphins, and cortisol—in shaping human emotion, motivation, and behavior. Attendees will gain insight into how these chemical drivers influence team dynamics, communication, and productivity in the veterinary setting. By applying this knowledge, you’ll learn how to foster a more engaged, resilient team and build a more profitable, sustainable practice that consistently reaches its full potential.

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 […]