With luck on our side, Ralph Lee's Great Smokies Veterinary Conference is scheduled for November 6 - 10, 2024, A Great Fall Conference in Asheville, North Carolina!
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Update on Ralph Lee's Great Smokies Veterinary Conference – We’re On!
We are thrilled to share some wonderful news amidst the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Thanks to the tireless efforts of the local community and our venue, the Crowne Plaza Asheville, we can confirm that Ralph Lee's Great Smokies Veterinary Conference will proceed as planned from November 6-10, 2024. The hotel has successfully restored water services and is ready to welcome our attendees.
We extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who has supported the recovery efforts in Western North Carolina and Eastern Tennessee. Our thoughts remain with those impacted by the hurricane, and we look forward to coming together as a community to learn, share, and heal.
Please continue to monitor our website and emails for any further updates. We are excited to see you all soon and are preparing for a productive and enriching conference experience!
- As 2024 matures, please check back frequently as we update the Conferences with new speakers and programs!
- Our next conference is Ralph Lee's Great Smokies Veterinary Conference scheduled for November 6 - 10, 2024:
- A Great Fall Conference at the Crowne Plaza Asheville in Asheville, North Carolina!
- Click Here to see the Updated Program!
Each conference provides at least 20 hours of CE
2024
Update on Ralph Lee's Great Smokies Veterinary Conference – We’re On!
We are thrilled to share some wonderful news amidst the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Thanks to the tireless efforts of the local community and our venue, the Crowne Plaza Asheville, we can confirm that Ralph Lee's Great Smokies Veterinary Conference will proceed as planned from November 6-10, 2024. The hotel has successfully restored water services and is ready to welcome our attendees.
We extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who has supported the recovery efforts in Western North Carolina and Eastern Tennessee. Our thoughts remain with those impacted by the hurricane, and we look forward to coming together as a community to learn, share, and heal.
Please continue to monitor our website and emails for any further updates.
We will continue our Discount for Early Registration through the beginning of the Conference, so no late fees!
We are excited to see you all soon and are preparing for a productive and enriching conference experience!
Ralph Lee's Great Smokies Veterinary Conference
November 6 - 10, 2024
"A Great Fall Conference in Asheville, North Carolina"
Providing 20 Hours of Live CE
Walk Ins Are Welcome!!!
Speakers
Dr. Sara L. Bennett, DVM, MS, DACVB
Laurie Dohmen, VMD, MS, RH (AHG), FACVBM, Sponsored by Purple Moon Herbs and Studies
Dr. Carol Ferguson
Dr. Gahee Kim, DVM (Behavior Resident)
Michael Rossi, DVM, MNS, DACVD, Sponsored by Dechra and Blue Buffalo
Howard B Seim III, DVM, Dipl. ACVS
Peter Weinstein, DVM, MBA, PAW Consulting and Simple Solutions for Vets, Assisted by Dr. Cody Creelman, DVM and Dr. Dan Markwalder, DVM, Sponsored by PROVIDE Bank, RWE Design Build, and RWE Planning
Leslie Wereszczak, MS, LVMT, VTS (ECC)
Lunch Session
Lunch Session on Friday, November 8th at 11:30 AM - 1 PM Presented by Dr. Lucas Trout, DVM, "Nutraceuticals for GI Support" Sponsored by Nutramax Laboratories Veterinary Sciences, Inc.
Onsite Registration Available at the Conference!
Click Here to download the Registration Form, print and fill it out, and bring it with payment!
Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville, Asheville, North Carolina
"Welcome to Asheville’s one-of-a-kind getaway resort. The Crowne Plaza® Resort Asheville sits on 125 acres adjacent to downtown Asheville and offers guests access to on-site dining, fitness, golf, pool, spa, tennis, zip line canopy tours, and more."
For Hotel Reservations:
Room rates start at $172 + any applicable tax or fees (King or 2 Double rooms) guaranteed until October 6, 2024 (while available). Please make room reservations as early as possible and before October 6, 2024. The room block does fill up quickly.
Call our toll-free number 1-844-330-0296 (24/7) and mention Ralph Lee’s Great Smokies Vet Conference 2024 in order to receive the special group rate.
Click on www.ashevillecp.com then click on RESERVE NOW on their homepage, and check Availability (enter dates of stay) plus enter the Group Code : RAL
Click on this link: Ralph Lee's Great Smokies Vet Conference
2025
Mountain Veterinary Conference
April 6 - 9, 2025
at the beautiful Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort and The Cherokee Convention Center in Cherokee, North Carolina
LIVE Veterinary Conference Practicing Health and Safety Together!
SOCIAL DISTANCING, WASH HANDS, WEAR MASKS AT YOUR DISCRETION
Providing 20 Hours of Live CE
Speakers
Joseph Taboada, DVM, Diplomat (ACVIM), Canine and Feline Liver Disease, Sponsored by Nutramax Laboratories Veterinary Sciences, Inc.
Cassie Lux, DVM, DACVS-SA
Mary L. Berg, BS, RVT, RLATG, VTS (Dentistry)
Marie Zielaskowski, RVT, VTS (ECC)
Braidee C. Foote. DVM, DACVO
Online Registration Opening in 2025!
At the beautiful Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort and the Cherokee Convention Center in Cherokee, North Carolina
On behalf of Veterinary Association Management and host NCCAA we welcome the opportunity to have our annual Mountain Veterinary Conference at Harrah's Cherokee Casino Resort. The conference will be held in the new state of the art Cherokee Convention Center which will make the MVC exceptional. Along with the newly designed conference center, our attendees will be staying in the new Cherokee Tower with its luxurious sleeping rooms. This new tower connects to the convention center and also is a short walk to the casino. Enjoy great continuing education and take advantage of all the amenities that Harrah's Cherokee has to offer. Take a dip in the indoor or outdoor (seasonal) pool or relax at the Mandarin Spa. There is bowling, an arcade and fun for all at the UltraStar Multi-tainment Center. Valet service is also available for your convenience. You don't have to be a gambler to enjoy Harrah's Cherokee, but if you are, the casino floor has many different games including Craps, Blackjack, Roulette and other table games all with live dealers as well as sports gambling at The Book. If slots are more your thing, there is also a huge selection of vegas style slot games to choose from. As an attendee you'll receive a $20 free slot play voucher, which you can use at any slot machine. Tempt your palate with all the food options available including the newly added Gordon Ramsey Food Market, Guy Fieri's Cherokee Kitchen, Wicked Weed Brew Pub and other staples like Selu Garden (Breakfast & Lunch), Ruths Chris Steak House, Brio Italian Grille, Noodle Bar and the Food Court.
With the new Cherokee Conference Center, Cherokee Tower and all the beauty of Cherokee, NC, this conference is sure to be outstanding. We look forward to seeing you at this years Mountain Veterinary Conference.
For Hotel Reservations: Coming Soon!
Sun N Fun Veterinary Conference
May 18 - 21, 2025
“A True Family Oriented Veterinary Experience”
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Speakers
Laurie Dohmen, VMD, MS, RH (AHG), FACVBM, Sponsored by Purple Moon Herbs and Studies
Amanda M. Shelby, BSc, RVT, VTS (Anesthesia & Analgesia)
Updated Exhibit Hall Hours
Sunday: Setup: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm, Open: 12:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Monday: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tuesday: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Online Registration will open early in 2025!
Or Click Here to download the Registration Form ... Coming Soon in 2025!
Hilton Myrtle Beach Resort
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
An oceanfront retreat in Myrtle Beach ...
The oceanfront Hilton Myrtle Beach has finished a complete refresh of the 387 spacious guestrooms, event space, dining outlets and pool experience. Our outdoor dining and pool spaces have been completely updated with a lively island-centric vibe at the Wet Whistle Pool Bar and elevated alfresco dining at Beachcombers, both complimenting the already popular ocean view dining in Café Amalfi. The Sand bottom pool with cabanas, offering ocean views from everywhere, provides the perfect beach vacation.
Situated on the Atlantic coast, our oceanfront resort is tucked away along the famous northern end of Myrtle Beach on Beach Club Drive. We are less than ten miles from local attractions like Barefoot Landing and the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk, and Myrtle Beach International Airport (MYR) is just 12 miles away.
Hosted by the North Carolina Companion Animal Academy
Ralph Lee's Great Smokies Veterinary Conference
November 12 - 16, 2025
"A Great Fall Conference in Asheville, North Carolina"
Providing 20 Hours of Live CE
Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville, Asheville, North Carolina
"Welcome to Asheville’s one-of-a-kind getaway resort. The Crowne Plaza® Resort Asheville sits on 125 acres adjacent to downtown Asheville and offers guests access to on-site dining, fitness, golf, pool, spa, tennis, zip line canopy tours, and more."
For Hotel Reservations: Coming Soon!
Colonial Veterinary Conference
December 2025
"In Historic Williamsburg, Virginia"
NEW DATES AND NEW LOCATION!!!
Providing 20 Hours of Live CE
Speakers
Online Registration will open in 2025!
Click Here to download the Registration Form, print and fill it out, and bring it with payment ... Coming Soon!
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Veterinary Academies and Calendars
We work closely with these Academies, providing exposure and reference material (membership forms, calendars, etc.).
North Carolina Companion Animal Academy
- The Academy’s goal is to provide convenient, high quality, yet affordable veterinary continuing education in a pleasant setting ... with two weekend Conferences at a low registration fee, 1st Flight Veterinary Conference, Kitty Hawk, NC, Ralph Lee’s Great Smokies Veterinary Conference located in the Mountains of Asheville, NC and the Third Annual Sun N Fun Veterinary Conference in Myrtle Beach, SC (with discounted registration rate for NCCAA members).
- The one day meetings have been suspended due to high costs and low attendance. We are working to put something together like a 3-day meeting mid year or either 3 separate one day meetings spread out. Information will be mailed out and the website updated as soon as all information is finalized.
Virginia Academy of Small Animal Medicine
- The Academy’s goal is to provide convenient, high
quality, yet affordable veterinary continuing education in a
pleasant setting ... All Members may attend any or all of the VASAM one day meetings and may
attend the Mountain and Colonial Veterinary Conferences at a reduced registration fee of $200 - Dues are $300 for veterinarians, $200 for technicians/support staff with multi member discounts for each, after May 8, 2024 dues
will increase to $350 (vets) and $250 (tech/staff). Non member veterinarians may attend one day meetings for $150 and non
member technicians/staff can attend for $100, these do not apply to the weekend conferences. - Notes will be available at all one day meetings, if you do not attend, notes will be available by request.
- VASAM encourages you to support your state association; however, being a member of the VVMA is not a requirement for
membership in the academy. - Notice: Dues to the VASAM may be deductible on federal tax returns as business expenses, but they are not
deductible as charitable contributions - Click here to download the 2024 Membership Application (Coming soon)
- Next CE Opportunity:
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About VAM
Veterinary Association Management was founded and established in 1984 with the sole purpose of managing and providing quality education for veterinarians, technicians and other support staff to get their required hours. Over the years, VAM has managed the NCVMA, SCAV and NC Companion Animal Academy and Virginia Academy of Small Animal Medicine. We continue to manage the NCCAA and VASAM one day meetings and weekend conferences. Read more..
What's New
Mountain Veterinary Conference
– April 6 - 9, 2025
– "At the beautiful Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort"
– Cherokee, North Carolina
Speakers and Program
– Click Here to See the Current List of Speakers and the Program
Sun N Fun Veterinary Conference
– May 18 - 21, 2025
– "A True Family Oriented Veterinary Experience"
– Hilton Myrtle Beach Resort, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Speakers and Program
– Click Here to See the Current List of Speakers and the Program
Ralph Lee's Great Smokies Veterinary Conference
– November 6 - 10, 2024
– "A Great Fall Conference in Asheville, North Carolina"
– Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville, Asheville, North Carolina
Speakers and Program
– Click Here to See the Current List of Speakers and the Program
Colonial Veterinary Conference
– New Dates: October 16 - 20, 2024
– "In Historic Williamsburg, Virginia"
– New Location: Fort Magruder Hotel and Conference Center, Williamsburg, Virginia
Speakers and Program
– Click Here to See the Current List of Speakers and the Program
Thanks to Our Annual Sponsors
Nutramax Laboratories Veterinary Sciences
Our sponsors help to make our conferences the most educational and enjoyable veterinary conferences you can attend.
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