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1 and Trade Show Preview & Registration

2 9/24 Thursday 9/25 Friday WSVMA BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING Marriott Courtyard Tacoma Downtown The WSVMA Board of Directors will conduct their meeting from 10am 12pm. EXHIBITOR SCAVENGER HUNT Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center Beginning at the first break on Friday and concluding at the last break on Saturday, there will be a scavenger hunt in the Exhibit Hall. Attendees will be given a bingo-style sheet of questions, one of which pertains to each exhibitor. The question could be product-driven or about personal interest. The goal is to find the exhibitor who matches each question. Those who match exhibitors to all of the questions are entered into a drawing for a chance to win great prizes! Drawings will take place on Saturday. HAPPY HOUR WITH FOOD & DRINK PAIRINGS Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center Join us after CE sessions end from 5 7pm in the exhibit hall to visit with exhibitors, meet up with old friends, and make new acquaintances. Small pours and beer tastings will be offered along with the opportunity to purchase additional beer, wine, and mixed drinks. Family members are welcome! LEADERS OF THE PAC LUNCHEON Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center Join us for lunch and hear about the work of our Legislative Advocate, Greg Hanon, and our activities that keep veterinary medicine in Washington uncompromised. A member of the Washington State Legislative Leadership will provide an update on legislative activities in Washington State. The WSVMA s Political Action Committee (WSVMA-PAC) works to elect candidates who support the Association s legislative program, initiatives and philosophy to promote a favorable climate for veterinary medicine in our state. Through our member s ongoing contributions, WSVMA-PAC supports candidates with a demonstrated record of promoting public policy that benefits veterinarians, animals, and animal and public health. 20 washington veterinarian

3 9/26 Saturday ALL MEALS AND REFRESHMENT BREAKS ARE INCLUDED WHEN YOU RSVP ( Except for the Saturday evening event ) 15TH ANNUAL FUN RUN Chinese Reconciliation Park Get your morning exercise Saturday at 7 am for the 15th annual 5K Fun Run/Walk and 10 Mile Bike with colleagues, family, friends and leashed dogs along the Ruston Way scenic waterfront with panoramic views of Commencement Bay. The course will start at the Chinese Reconciliation Park, roughly a ten minute drive from the Convention Center. Ample free parking is available nearby. $10 donation benefits the WSVMA Past Presidents Scholarship Fund. Sponsored by Phoenix Central Laboratory WSVMA ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING AND AWARDS LUNCHEON Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center WSVMA s Annual Business Meeting will take place at noon followed by the presentation of awards to our esteemed colleagues. Enjoy a plated lunch and celebrate the stars of veterinary medicine in Washington State! Awards will be presented for 2015 Veterinarian of the Year, WSU Faculty Member of the Year, Distinguished Veterinary Staff, and Humane Animal Welfare. Current President Dr. Lisa Parshley will lead the celebration. WSU COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE RECEPTION Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center The WSU College of Veterinary Medicine hosts a reception for conference attendees at 6 pm. Relax with a beverage and visit with friends and colleagues before spending the evening at the Student Match.Vet event. MATCH.VET STUDENTS AND VETERINARIANS NETWORKING SOCIAL Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center ticket required Join us at 7 pm for the first WSVMA evening event connecting veterinary students and practicing veterinarians for the purposes of establishing connections for employment, mentorship, and celebrating the profession. This event will give veterinary practitioners the opportunity to meet the brightest veterinary students and showcase your practice, share your expertise, and make a difference in the future of young veterinarians. Speed networking and social time combined with food and fun make for a great evening. ALLIED MEETINGS CHRISTIAN VETERINARY MISSION FELLOWSHIP BREAKFAST Sunday, September 27, 2015 from 7:00 8:30 am Marriott Courtyard Tacoma Downtown To register, contact Krista Forseth at kforseth@cvmusa.org or call (206) CONFERENCE EXTRAS CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS Available for viewing / downloading Tuesday, September 8, 2015 PNWVC 2015 APP Available for for IOS and Android Coming Soon! SPONSOR A STUDENT $50 suggested donation See registration form for details

4 SMALL ANIMAL MEDICINE Annie Chen-Allen, DVM, DACVIM Kimberly Coyner, DVM, DACVD Dermatology Clinic for Animals, Olympia Kate Finnerty, DVM, DACVIM Summit Veterinary Referral Center, Tacoma Michael Lappin, DVM, PhD, DACVIM Colorado State University Catriona MacPhail, DVM, PhD, DACVS Colorado State University Linda Martin, DVM, DACVECC Tina Owen, DVM, DCAVS Vanessa Rizzo, DVM Summit Veterinary Referral Center, Tacoma Rance Sellon, DVM, PhD, DACVIM Sandy Willis, DVM, MS, DACVIM Phoenix Central Laboratory, Mukilteo Jerry Woodfield, DVM, DACVIM Northwest Cardiology Consultants, Bellevue LARGE ANIMAL MEDICINE Andy Allen, DVM, DACVIM Allan Britten, DVM Udder Health Systems, Inc., Bellingham Dale Moore, DVM, MPVM, PhD, DACVPM Mary Smith, DVM, DACT Cornell University Jacob Steiger, DVM Mt. Baker Veterinary & Embryo Transfer Service, Lynden EQUINE MEDICINE Fairfield Bain, DVM, MBA, DACVIM, DACVP, DACVECC James Bryant, DVM, DACVS Pilchuck Veterinary Hospital, Snohomish Jennifer Gold, DVM, DACVIM, DACVECC Lisa Pearson, DVM, DACT Claude Ragle, DVM, DACVS, DABVP Debra Sellon, DVM, PhD, DACVIM Thomas Sullivan, DVM, DACVO Animal Eye Clinic, Seattle Ahmed Tibary, DMV, MS, DSc, PhD, DACT Harry Werner, DVM Werner Equine, LLC, North Gramby, CT OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY Brett Cordes, DVM Arizona Animal Hospital, Scottsdale, AZ Pamela Cant, MS Department of Labor and Industries, Division of Occupational Safety and Health Heather Fowler, VMD, MPH University of Washington Rick Gleason, MS, CIH, CSP University of Washington Lisa Parshley, DVM, PhD, DACVIM Olympia Veterinary Cancer Center, Olympia Eugene Rugala Eugene A. Rugala and Associates, LLC, Beaufort, SC MARKETING Eric Garcia Simply Done Tech Solutions, Lutz, FL WELLNESS Chris Bundy, MD, MPH Washington Physicians Health Program PRACTICE MANAGEMENT Louise Dunn, CVPM Snowgoose Veterinary Management Consulting, Pfafftown, NC Beth Fritzler, DVM, CVPM Lien Animal Clinic, Seattle Barbara Thompson, MBA The Washington Firm, Ltd., Seattle TECHNICIANS PROGRAM Benita Altier, LVT, VTS (Dentistry) Pawsitive Dental Education, Prosser VCA Animal Medical Center, Richland Tina Branham, LVT, VTS Seattle Veterinary Specialist, Kirkland Meagan Brashear, LVT, VTS (ECC) DoveLewis Emergency Animal Hospital, Portland, OR Rocio Crespo, DVM, MS, DVSc Lisa Lindsay, LVT Okanogan Wildlife League, Oroville Renee Neideigh, CVT, VTS (Oncology) Animal Medical Center of Seattle, Shoreline Donna Sisak, LVT, VTS Seattle Veterinary Specialists, Kirkland Laura Tautz-Hair, LVT, VTS (ECC) Seattle Veterinary Specialists, Kirkland Jessica M. Weber, BS, CVT, LVT, VTS (Neuro) Ocean State Veterinary Specialists, East Greenwich, RI 22 washington veterinarian Renae White, LVT Animal Dental Clinic, Lake Oswego, OR

5 Thank you to our generous 2015 sponsors! GOLD LEVEL SILVER LEVEL BRONZE LEVEL

6 SMALL ANIMAL LARGE ANIMAL EQUINE PRESIDENT S BREAKFAST / 6:30-8:00 AM Hot Topics in Infectious Disease Prevention Dr. Mike Lappin 8:00-9:50 AM How to get Started doing Milk Quality Work: An Introduction to the QMAX Approach Dr. Jacob Steiger 8:00-8:50 AM Today s Equine Pre-Purchase Exam (PPE): Legalities, Forms, Language and Reports Dr. Harry Werner 8:00-8:50 AM Bulk Tank Culture: A Foundation Milk Quality Monitoring Tool Dr. Allan Britten 9:00-9:50 AM The Pre-Purchase Exam: The Actual Exam Dr. Harry Werner 9:00-9:50 AM Hot Topics in Infectious Disease Prevention Parts, cont. Dr. Mike Lappin BREAK / 9:50-10:30 AM / Visit the Exhibit Hall Collecting Real Time Milking Vacuum and Pulsation Data Using a Vacuum Recording Device (VADIA - BioControl) Dr. Jacob Steiger What About This? Cases: Both Clinical & Radiographic Findings Dr. Harry Werner Update on the Diagnosis, Treatment and Prevention of Feline URI Dr. Mike Lappin Zero Tolerance Programs for Contagious Mastitis: Mycoplasma, Staph Aureus, Strep Agalactia Dr. Allan Britten Improving Your Equine Practice with the Veterinary-Client-Patient Relationship Dr. Harry Werner LUNCH - Included with Registration (RSVP Required) / 12:20-1:30 PM / PAC Luncheon Update on the Diagnosis, Treatment and Prevention of Feline URI, cont. Dr. Mike Lappin 1:30-2:20 PM Low Hanging Fruit Parlor Observation Tools and Tips Dr. Jacob Steiger 1:30-2:20 PM Updates on Equine Ophthalmology Dr. Thomas Sullivan 1:30-3:20 PM BREAK / 2:20-3:00 PM / Visit the Exhibit Hall Update on the Diagnosis and Management of Infectious Diarrhea in Cats Dr. Mike Lappin 3:00-4:50 PM Prototheca: The Emerging Contagious/ Environmental Threat Dr. Allan Britten 2:30-3:20 PM Updates on Equine Ophthalmology, cont. & How to Evaluate an Eye During a Pre-Purchase Exam Dr. Thomas Sullivan 2:30-3:20 PM BREAK / 3:20-4:00 PM / Visit the Exhibit Hall Getting Paid for Milk Quality Service: Introducing the Udder Wisdom Model Dr. Jacob Steiger 4:00-4:50 PM Skull Diseases Diagnoses with the CT Scan Dr. Claude Ragle w/ Dr. Harry Werner 4:00-4:50 PM EXHIBITOR BINGO & HAPPY HOUR / 5:00-7:00 PM / Included with Registration (RSVP Required) 24 washington veterinarian

7 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 MARKETING OCCUP. HEALTH & SAFETY TECHNICIANS & ASSISTANTS PRESIDENT S BREAKFAST / 6:30-8:00 AM Optimizing Your Digital Presence Eric Garcia 8:00-9:50 AM Elements of an Accident Prevention Program Rick Gleason 8:00-8:50 AM Shock Talk Meagan Brashear, LVT, VTS (ECC) 8:00-8:50 AM Recognition of Health and Safety Hazards Dr. Heather Fowler 9:00-9:50 AM Triage and Trauma Meagan Brashear, LVT, VTS (ECC) 9:00-9:50 AM Developing the Ultimate Facebook Marketing Strategy Eric Garcia 10:30 AM-12:20 PM BREAK / 9:50-10:30 AM / Visit the Exhibit Hall Best Practices for Injury Prevention using a One Health Model Dr. Heather Fowler Managing Emergencies in General Practice Laura Tautz-Hair, LVT, VTS (ECC) 10:30 AM-12:20 PM Case Study: Team Building Exercise to Prevent Injuries Dr. Heather Fowler LUNCH - Included with Registration (RSVP Required) / 12:20-1:30 PM / PAC Luncheon Developing a Reputation Management Strategy Eric Garcia 1:30-2:20 PM Overview of Health Risks Associated with the Handling of Hazardous Drugs Dr. Lisa Parshley 1:30-2:20 PM Coping with Anesthetic Emergencies Meagan Brashear, LVT, VTS (ECC) 1:30-3:20 PM BREAK / 2:20-3:00 PM / Visit the Exhibit Hall Using Mobile Technology to Increase Compliance & Build Loyalty Eric Garcia 3:00-4:50 PM Lessons Learned for Safe Handling of Hazardous Drugs for Veterinary Community Dr. Brett Cordes 3:00-4:30 PM BREAK / 3:20-4:00 PM / Visit the Exhibit Hall Washington L&I Hazardous Drug Law Pamela Cant 4:30-4:50 PM Critical Thinking Skills Meagan Brashear, LVT, VTS (ECC) 4:00-4:50 PM EXHIBITOR BINGO & HAPPY HOUR / 5:00-7:00 PM / Included with Registration (RSVP Required) july/august

8 SMALL ANIMAL I SMALL ANIMAL II LARGE ANIMAL EQUINE FUN RUN / 7:00 AM / Chinese Reconciliation Park Gastrointestinal Obstruction Dr. Catriona MacPhail 8:30-10:20 AM Mistakes, Myths and Tips for Cardiology Dr. Jerry Woodfield 8:30-10:20 AM Routine Veterinary Care of Small Ruminants and Targeted Examination of the Animal and Herd Essentials of Equine Chest Exams (Cardiology and Respiratory) Dr. Fairfield Bain BREAK / 9:20-10:00 AM / Visit the Exhibit Hall BREAK / 10:20-11:00 AM / Visit the Exhibit Hall Parasite Control Tailored to Fit the Herd 10:00-10:50 AM The Practical Guide to Screen a Horse for Equine Cushing s Disease and Insulin Resistance Dr. Jennifer Gold 10:00-10:50 AM Lower Urinary Obstruction Dr. Catriona MacPhail Canine Recurrent Pyoderma Dr. Kim Coyner Common Nutrition-Based Problems: Copper Poisoning, Polioencephalomalacia, Grain Overload, Starvation The Neurologic Examination as Part of a Pre-Purchase Examination Dr. Debra Sellon WSVMA MEMBERSHIP MEETING & AWARDS LUNCH - Included with Registration (RSVP) / 11:50 AM-1:15 PM / WSAVT Business Meeting Luncheon Upper Airway Evaluation Dr. Catriona MacPhail What are Bisphosphonates and How Can You Incorporate Them Into Your Practice? Dr. Vanessa Rizzo Common Nutrition-Based Problems: Hypocalcemia, Pregnancy Toxemia, Urolithiasis What s new in Equine Sports Medicine Dr. James Bryant Pleural Space Disease Dr. Catriona MacPhail Small Animal Seizure Disorders: Clarification, Causes and Treatment Options Dr. Kate Finnerty Dystocia and Neonatal Care Doing a Lameness Evaluation for a Pre-Purchase Exam Dr. James Bryant BREAK / 3:05-3:40 PM / Visit the Exhibit Hall Open Wound Management Dr. Catriona MacPhail 3:40-4:30 PM Transsphenoidal Hypophysectomy: Why, When, How and Follow-up Drs. Linda Martin, Annie Chen-Allen, and Tina Owen 3:40-5:30 PM Routine Surgical Procedures: Disbudding, Docking and Castration 3:40-4:30 PM Shoeing the Lame Horse and Interactions with the Farrier Dr. Harry Werner 3:40-4:30 PM Closing Wounds: The When and the How Necropsies for Diagnosis and Herd Monitoring Round Table on Pre-Purchase Exam with All Speakers Dr. Catriona MacPhail Hosted by Dr. Harry Werner 4:40-5:30 PM 4:40-5:30 PM 4:40-5:30 PM WSU COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE RECEPTION / 6:00 PM / Included with Registration (RSVP Required) MATCH.VET - STUDENTS & VETERINARIANS NETWORKING SOCIAL / 7:00 PM / Ticketed Event

9 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 WELLNESS HEALTHCARE TEAM TECHNICIANS & ASST. I TECHNICIANS & ASST. II FUN RUN / 7:00 AM / Chinese Reconciliation Park Running on Empty: Personal and Professional Consequences of Caring Dr. Chris Bundy How Out of Control Emotions are Putting Patients and Practices at Risk Louise Dunn Pediatric Canine and Feline Dentistry Benita Altier, LVT Working with Wildlife Rehabilitators Lisa Lindsay, LVT Substance Use Disorders: Disease or Moral Defect Dr. Chris Bundy Drama and the Boss: How to Deal with Toxic Bosses Louise Dunn BREAK / 9:20-10:00 AM / Visit the Exhibit Hall Vet-Tech Super Power: Dental Radiology Tips and Tricks Benita Altier, LVT 10:00-10:50 AM Wildlife Handling for Veterinary Staff Lisa Lindsay, LVT 10:00-10:50 AM BREAK / 10:20-11:00 AM / Visit the Exhibit Hall Advocacy and Wellness: The Washington Physicians Health Program Dr. Chris Bundy The HR Top 5 Hot List Louise Dunn Regional Anesthesia and Analgesia for Veterinary Dentistry Benita Altier, LVT Working with Wildlife: How to Take Care of Yourself Lisa Lindsay, LVT WSVMA MEMBERSHIP MEETING & AWARDS LUNCH - Included with Registration (RSVP) / 11:50 AM-1:15 PM / WSAVT Business Meeting Luncheon Overview of Workplace Violence, Its Impact and Causes Eugene Rugala A Plan To Improve Client Relationships Louise Dunn Uncovering the Mysterious Neurologic Examination Jessica M. Weber, LVT Common Health Concerns for the Backyard Flock Dr. Rocio Crespo Dealing with Difficult People Eugene Rugala Making It Easy to Do Business with Your Practice Louise Dunn Neurologic Emergencies: What You Need to Know Jessica M. Weber BS, LVT Avian Influenza and Reportable Diseases Dr. Rocio Crespo BREAK / 3:05-3:40 PM / Visit the Exhibit Hall Mitigating Threats and Threatening Behavior Stand Out from the Pack with Client-Driven Culture A Technician s Guide to Seizures Rabbit and Rodent Dentistry for the Veterinary Technician Eugene Rugala Louise Dunn Jessica M. Weber, LVT Benita Altier, LVT 3:40-4:30 PM 3:40-4:30 PM 3:40-5:30 PM 3:40-4:30 PM Issues in Prevention: Internal vs. External Threats Diagnostic Testing as a Tool to Enhance the Referral Relationship The Basics of Oncology for Veterinary Technicians Eugene Rugala Louise Dunn & Dr. Sandy Willis Renee Neideigh, CVT 4:40-5:30 PM 4:40-5:30 PM 4:40-5:30 PM WSU COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE RECEPTION / 6:00 PM / Included with Registration (RSVP Required) MATCH.VET - STUDENTS & VETERINARIANS NETWORKING SOCIAL / 7:00 PM / Ticketed Event

10 SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 SMALL ANIMAL LARGE ANIMAL EQUINE PRACTICE MGMT. TECHS & ASST. I TECHS & ASST. II CHRISTIAN VETERINARY MISSION BREAKFAST / 7:00-8:30 AM Pathophysiology - Based Approach to Canine Abdominal Effusions Dr. Rance Sellon Calf Treatment Protocols: Are They Working? Dr. Dale Moore The Mare and Stallion Reproductive Evaluation for a Pre-Purchase Exam Dr. Ahmed Tibary BREAK / 9:20-9:30 AM Finance - Creating and Using a Practice Budget Dr. Beth Fritzler Anesthetic Monitoring Tina Branham, LVT Off-Site Wet Lab at Pierce College: Professional Dentistry for the General Practice Veterinary Technician Benita Altier, LVT Lisa Davis, CVT Renae White, CVT Testing for Endocrine Disease...Simply Defined - Part I Dr. Sandy Willis Cow-Calf BRD - Evaluating Risky Practices in WA Herds Dr. Dale Moore The Latest on Equine Reproduction Dr. Ahmed Tibary Finance - Key Performance Indicators Dr. Beth Fritzler Practical Protocols: Case Based Approach to Anesthetic Plans Tina Branham, LVT 8:30-12:20 PM Prior Registration Required. Space is Limited. BREAK / 10:20-10:30 AM Souces of Diagnostic Error in Small Animal Medicine Dr. Rance Sellon Dr. Allen s Top 5 Field Disease Investigations Dr. Andy Allen Approach to the Barren Mare and Recurrent Pregnancy Loss Dr. Ahmed Tibary Coaching for Development Barbara Thompson Ask the Experts Panel Discussion: Challenges w/ Anesthesia & Sedation Tina Branham, LVT, Donna Sisak LVT, & Guest BREAK / 11:20-11:30 AM Testing for Endocrine Disease...Simply Defined - Part II Dr. Sandy Willis Appropriate Use of Diagnostic Tests in Herd Associated Problems Dr. Andy Allen Research on Equine Reproduction at WSU Dr. Lisa Pearson Coaching for Development cont. Barbara Thompson Tips for Supervising and Mentoring the Veterinary Team Laura Tautz-Hair, LVT EVENT LOCATIONS Conference sessions and special events will be held at the Greater Tacoma Convention & Trade Center. Specific events will be held at the Marriott Courtyard Tacoma Downtown. GREATER TACOMA CONVENTION & TRADE CENTER (253) Broadway Tacoma, WA MARRIOTT COURTYARD TACOMA DOWNTOWN (253) Commerce Street Tacoma, WA FOR DRIVING DIRECTIONS, PLEASE VISIT THE WSVMA WEBSITE. SPECIAL WSVMA DISCOUNTED HOTEL OFFERS In order to take advantage of the WSVMA special rates, be sure to ask for Washington State Veterinary Medical Association rates and book your reservation prior to the room block deadline. MARRIOTT COURTYARD TACOMA DOWNTOWN (253) Commerce Street Tacoma, WA $ Cut-off for room block: September 3, 2015 HOTEL MURANO (253) Broadway Plaza Tacoma, WA $ Cut-off for room block: August 27, 2015 OTHER HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS LA QUINTA INNS & SUITES (253) E 27th Street Tacoma, WA HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES (253) S C Street Tacoma, WA BEST WESTERN PLUS TACOMA DOME HOTEL (253) East E Street Tacoma, WA In order to take advantage of the WSVMA special rates, be sure to ask for Washington State Veterinary Medical Association rates and book your reservation prior to the room block deadline.

11 REGISTRATION Conference registration is required to attend or participate in the WSVMA s Pacific Northwest Veterinary Conference and Trade Show. Advance registration is strongly recommended. You ll avoid on-site registration lines, realize savings on fees, improve your chances of admission into ticketed events and help WSVMA contain costs and serve you better. Three ways to Register: 1. Online Visit wsvma.org 2. By fax Fax registration form to (425) By mail Mail your registration form to WSVMA, 8024 Bracken Place, Snoqualmie, WA Registrations received by September 7 will receive a discounted registration rate - register today and save up to $100. Make your lodging reservations by the dates listed to assure a room at the special group rate. INCLUDED IN REGISTRATION Registration includes a name badge that allows you access to all educational sessions and the exhibit hall, one copy of the conference program and a password to access online printable proceedings. All meals and refreshment breaks are included when you RSVP (except for the Saturday evening event.) CONFERENCE MEALS All meals and refreshment breaks are included (except for the Saturday evening event) with your registration. Saturday event tickets are available for purchase at the time of your registration. Vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free meals can be requested in advance when registering for the conference. On-site requests cannot be accommodated. GUEST REGISTRATION Guests of registered veterinarians, technicians or hospital staff may register to attend the conference at a discounted rate. Guest registration includes full access to the exhibit hall and CE sessions. Meals are included in guest registration. Guests cannot be veterinarians, technicians or hospital staff. OUT-OF-STATE REGISTRANTS WSVMA welcomes the participation of those from out-of-state and extends member rates to registrants who are members of their state or provincial Veterinary Medical Association. registration fee. A password to access online proceedings will be provided before, during and after the conference. Electronic proceedings allows for printing only the sections that you wish and is an effort to be both responsible toward our environment and to increase the quality and timeliness of the resources provided through this learning experience. A thumb drive of the proceedings may be purchased for $ No printed proceedings are available this year. CE CREDIT Thirty hours of continuing education are required triennially for veterinarians and veterinary technicians. This year, the WSVMA is offering 18 CE credit hours to each participant. Choose from over 100 hours to best fit your needs! SESSION MODERATORS We are recruiting professional and reliable volunteers to serve as Session Moderators during the Pacific Northwest Veterinary Conference. For more information, please contact the WSVMA office at info@wsvma.org. CANCELLATIONS AND CHANGES Changes in your registration may be made with the WSVMA office until September 14. Cancellations received on or before September 2, 2015 will receive a full refund, less a $25.00 processing fee. After September 2, 2015 and before September 14, 2015, there is a 20% administrative charge for cancellations. No refunds for cancellations received after September 18; no shows receive no refund. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT Persons with disabilities who may need auxiliary aids or services are requested to contact the WSVMA office at (800) no later than September 16 in order for arrangements to be made. DRIVING DIRECTIONS Driving directions to Tacoma can be found on the WSVMA website and in your confirmation packet. For directions to your hotel, please contact the hotel directly. QUESTIONS Allow us to help! Contact the WSVMA staff at (425) , (800) or info@wsvma.org. AT THE CONFERENCE... Registration materials will be mailed in advance to those who are preregistered so there s no need to stand in line when you arrive. All you need to do is stop by the registration desk to pick up a badge holder, program and CE verification form. The WSVMA registration desk will be open throughout the conference and located in the Greater Tacoma Convention Center at the following times: CONFIRMATIONS A printed confirmation and registration packet will be mailed to you prior to the conference. The registration packet will include your name tag, meal tickets if RSVP d for, conference program and informational flyers. Please check your confirmation carefully and advise the WSVMA office immediately of any changes and/or discrepancies. There is a $25 reprinting fee for lost or forgotten name badges. Friday, September 25 Saturday, September 26 Sunday, September 27 7:00 AM 5:00 PM 7:00 AM 5:30 PM 8:00 11:30 AM PROCEEDINGS The WSVMA Annual Conference Proceedings will be available September 15 for downloading from the WSVMA website and is included in the meeting

12 VETERINARIAN REGISTRATION One registrant (plus guest if applicable) per form. Please print legibly. REGISTRATION PACKETS WILL BE MAILED TO YOU IN ADVANCE OF THE MEETING. WSVMA presents: PACIFIC NORTHWEST VETERINARY CONFERENCE SEPTEMBER TACOMA, WA PNWVC Full Name Company/Practice Address Title College/Year City State Zip (required) Phone Do you plan to stay in a hotel during the conference? No / Yes, on these days: Thursday Friday Saturday Save money - Join/Renew Today WSVMA 2015 Membership: $310 General $155 Recent Grad $115 Retired WSVMA 2015 Membership: $155 Out-of-State $75 Practice Manager/Office Staff Complete Conference Pass September Veterinarian by 9/7/15 by 9/14/15 After 9/14/15 or Onsite WSVMA Member $375 $425 $475 Non-VMA Member $625 $675 $725 Retired $275 $325 $ Graduates $250 $300 $350 Veterinary Student No cost No cost $30 Veterinary Staff (Non-Technicians) Practice Manager/Office Staff WSVMA Member $195 $220 $250 Non-Member Practice Manager/Office Staff $245 $270 $300 Single Day Pass WSVMA Member by 9/7/15 by 9/14/15 After 9/14/15 or Onsite Friday, September 26 only $215 $240 $265 Saturday, September 27 only $215 $240 $265 Sunday, September 28 only $150 $175 $200 Non-Member of WSVMA Friday, September 26 only $325 $350 $375 Saturday, September 27 only $325 $350 $375 Sunday, September 28 only $215 $240 $265 Meals & Events (required) YOU MUST HAVE TICKETS TO ATTEND COMPLIMENTARY MEAL EVENTS INCLUDED IN YOUR REGISTRATION. PLEASE INDICATE BELOW WHICH MEALS YOU PLAN TO ATTEND SO THAT PROPER COUNTS CAN BE DETERMINED. Friday, 9/25 Box Lunch or WSVMA PAC Lunch Exhibitor Scavenger Hunt and Happy Hour w/ Food and Drink Pairings Saturday, 9/26 WSVMA Business Meeting Lunch & Awards Ceremony WSU Reception To Submit your Registration Mail To: WSVMA, 8024 Bracken Pl. SE, Snoqualmie, WA Phone: (425) Toll Free: (800) Fax: (425) info@wsvma.org Registration Subtotal Pg. 1 of 2 Event - Saturday, 9/26 Ticketed Dinner Event - Match.Vet No. of Tickets x $25 ea. Special Dietary Requirements: Vegetarian Gluten-Free Vegan Total $ $ PLEASE COMPLETE BOTH SIDES OF FORM Easy Online registration available at wsvma.org

13 Guest Registration Spouses and children over 6 years old. Guest Registration includes Weekend Meal Pass for guest(s). NOTE: Guest registration is not intended for veterinarians, technicians or veterinary staff (even if CE credit is not desired). Guest registration is needed by those attending sessions, meals or entering the exhibit hall during the conference. Number of Guest x $85 ea. Total $ Guest Name(s) 1.) 2.) Meals & Events (required) YOU MUST HAVE TICKETS TO ATTEND COMPLIMENTARY MEAL EVENTS INCLUDED IN YOUR REGISTRATION. PLEASE INDICATE BE- LOW WHICH MEALS YOU PLAN TO ATTEND SO THAT PROPER COUNTS CAN BE DETERMINED. Friday, 9/25 Box Lunch or WSAVT Lunch Exhibitor Scavenger Hunt and Happy Hour w/ Food and Drink Pairings Saturday, 9/26 WSVMA Business Meeting Lunch & Awards Ceremony WSU Reception Proceedings by 9/14/15 Onsite Downloadable FREE FREE Thumb Drive $25 N/A Event - Saturday, 9/26 Ticketed Dinner Event - Match.Vet No. of Tickets x $25 ea. Special Dietary Requirements: Vegetarian Gluten-Free Vegan Which tracks do you plan on attending? Small Animal Large Animal Equine Other ( For informational purposes only ) Total $ Fun Run/Walk/Bike Proceeds benefit the Past Presidents Scholarship Fund No. of Participants x $10 ea. Total $ Name of Participant(s): Indicate T-shirt Size: S M L XL 1.) Run / Walk / Bike 2.) Run / Walk / Bike Waiver and Release: In consideration of your acceptance of this race entry, I, for myself, and my heirs and assigns, intending to be legally bound, do hereby waive and release any and all rights and claims for damages that I may have against the WSVMA, its officers, volunteers, agents, and co-sponsoring groups as a result of my participation in this event. I verify that I have full knowledge of the risks involved and attest that I am physically fit and sufficiently trained to participate in this race. Signature (Parent or Guardian if under 18) Sponsor a Student Activities Subtotal Date $ With veterinary student attendance expected to increase this year, the WSVMA needs your support in helping out your future colleagues. Help the WSVMA and the students cover the cost by sponsoring them. If you are interested in sponsoring a student, please sign up on the registration form or call the WSVMA office at (800) or (425) Suggested Donation $50 Other Amount $ Sponsorship Subtotal $ Payment Information Please Print Legibly Total Payment $ Check: Make payable to WSVMA (US Funds Only) Credit Card: MasterCard VISA AMEX Name on card Card No. Billing address (if different) Exp. Date Signature Registration and attendance at, or participation in WSVMA s meetings and other activities constitutes an agreement by the registrant to WSVMA s use and distriubtion (both now and in the future) of the registrant or attendee s image or voice in photgraphs, video tapes, electronic reproductions, aund audio tapes of such events and activities. Cancellation Policy: Cancellations received on or before September 3, 2015 will receive a full refund, less a $25.00 processing fee. After September 3, 2015 and before September 15, 2015, there is a 20% administrative charge for cancellations. No refunds for cancellations received after September 15; no shows receive no refund.