Mountain
Mountain Veterinary Conference on April 19 - 22, 2026, at the beautiful Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort and The Cherokee Convention Center, Cherokee, North Carolina.
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Sun N Fun
Sun N Fun Veterinary Conference on May 17 - 20, 2026, at The Hilton Myrtle Beach Resort in Mrytle Beach! “A True Family Oriented Veterinary Experience”
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Ralph Lee's Great Smokies
Ralph Lee's Great Smokies Veterinary Conference on November 12 - 16, 2025, at The Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville, North Carolina, a Great Fall Tradition!
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Colonial
The Colonial Veterinary Conference on October 15 - 19, 2025 at The Founders Inn and Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton In Virginia Beach, Virginia!
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NCCAA
The North Carolina Companion Animal Academy’s goal is to provide convenient, high quality, affordable veterinary continuing education in a pleasant setting
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VASAM
The Virginia Academy of Small Animal Medicine’s goal is to provide convenient, high quality, affordable veterinary continuing education in a pleasant setting
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Mountain
Mountain Veterinary Conference on April 19 - 22, 2026, at the beautiful Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort, Cherokee, North Carolina. "Family Friendly ULTRASTAR MULTI-TAINMENT CENTER"
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Sun N Fun Veterinary Conference
Sun N Fun Veterinary Conference on May 17 - 20, 2026, at The Hilton Myrtle Beach Resort in Mrytle Beach! “A True Family Oriented Veterinary Experience”
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Mountain
Mountain Veterinary Conference on April 19 - 22, 2026, at the beautiful Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort and The Cherokee Convention Center, Cherokee, North Carolina.
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Sun N Fun Veterinary Conference
Sun N Fun Veterinary Conference on May 17 - 20, 2026, at The Hilton Myrtle Beach Resort in Mrytle Beach! “A True Family Oriented Veterinary Experience”
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Ralph Lee's Great Smokies
Ralph Lee's Great Smokies Veterinary Conference on November 12 - 16, 2025 at The Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville, North Carolina, a Great Fall Tradition!
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Colonial
The Colonial Veterinary Conference on October 15 - 19, 2025 at The Founders Inn and Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton In Virginia Beach, Virginia!
More ››With luck on our side, Ralph Lee's Great Smokies Veterinary Conference is scheduled for November 12 - 16, 2025, a Great Fall Conference at the Crowne Plaza in Asheville, North Carolina"!
What our Attendees Say!
Howie Lee and staff, What an outstanding set of seminars, exhibits and location at the Mountain Veterinary Conference at Harrah’s in Cherokee, NC. All the seminars were outstanding, and speakers presented useful and practical knowledge that I was able to take back to my practice and implement that same week. You and your staff were super friendly and assisted with making my visit superb...read more
Mark Riehl, DVM | Attendee - Animal Medical Clinic, Bristol, Tennessee - markdvm@btes.tv
What our Attendees Say!
Mountain Veterinary Conference : I just attended the Mountain Veterinary Conference and had a great time! The speakers were the same ones you see at the huge, expensive conferences but in a more intimate, affordable setting. The local area is beautiful and lots of fun to explore - I particularly enjoyed watching the elk herds cross the roads in the mornings. The Cherokee Casino was an excellent venue - easy to navigate ... read more
Katie Gies, DVM | Attendee - white.goosedvm@gmail.com
What our Attendees Say!
Mountain Veterinary Conference : I've been meaning to share my very positive review of the Mountain Veterinary Conference for months -- my apologies for not doing this sooner! The Mountain Veterinary Conference was a wonderful CE experience on all levels. There were a wide variety of high quality sessions, the setting was beautiful, the food and accommodations were excellent, and the exhibitors were helpful and informative... read more
Valerie Weiss, DVM | Attendee - vaweiss@ml1.net
What our Speakers/Exhibitors Say!
“What fun! We doubled our record for the number of copies of SMILE! sold in the first day. The relaxed atmosphere at the Fun n Sun Conference makes it easy to interact with everyone.” ... read more
Lynne Swanson, DVM | Speaker, Exhibitor - Safe Harbor Farm’s SMILE! Project
What our Speakers Say!
Thank you for having me speak this year at Sun N Fun; What a GREAT show! I have thoroughly enjoyed the kindness and hospitality shown by all. Great organization, great location, and great session topics! I urge all veterinary professionals to attend Sun N Fun next year, and not miss out on this fantastic CE event! ... read more
Jenny Cassibry Fisher, RVT, VTS | Speaker - jenny@practivet.com
What our Attendees Say!
I would like to extend a sincere "Thank You" to Howie and all those involved in hosting the Colonial Veterinary Conference in Colonial Williamsburg this October 15 - 19, 2025. We attended a few years ago and were sold on this meeting for our ContEd This meeting has it all! Great speakers, wonderful hotel, delicious food, kind staff and lotsa' coffee! Howie makes sure everyone is comfortable and enjoying themselves.. The biggest impression our first time here years ago was not just the speakers, topics, and location.. but the obvious love this group has for one another AND for our Lord... read more
Dr. Donna M Gage | Running Paws Pet Hospital, McKinney, TX
What our Speakers Say!
I've been a speaker for at least a dozen meetings hosted by Veterinary Association Management in the last twenty or so years. The meetings are always well organized and managed. More importantly, the attendees are always eager to learn and happy to be there. The Lee family and all the staff are welcoming and the atmosphere is very family-friendly... read more
Margi Sirois, EdD, MS, CVT, LAT | Speaker
What our Speakers Say!
Veterinary Association Management conference are intimate and interactive. As a presenter, I have the opportunity to talk about behavior issues – a significant reason for relinquishment, and also how to speak with clients about these concerns, as well as getting pets to vets, including Fear Free and Cat Friendly Practices.
Steve Dale, CABC | Speaker
What our Attendees Say!
I've been going to Veterinary Association Management's Veterinary Conferences for 16 years. They are by far my favorite. The quality and choice of speakers always suits my needs. I feel that I get the most up-to-date and thorough information. Lectures focus on practical advice we can actually use - no ivory towers here... read more
Melanie Bene, DVM | Attendee
What our Attendees Say!
My family and I have always enjoyed Veterinary Association Management's (Ralph Lee's) continuing education courses. We have been attending them now for well over twelve years. We are always very delighted to attend the courses and conferences that Veterinary Management Association hosts. The benevolence of the Lee Family always shines forth, and they make my family feel more than welcome. The veterinary courses are extremely relevant to practice, and much of the information obtained can be put into effect the day we return. The speakers are of the utmost quality and ... read more
Drs. Charles and Dawn Jones | Mercy Animal Hospital, Monroe, NC
What our Speakers Say!
Thank you so much for allowing me to speak at this past weekend's Sun N Fun conference in South Carolina. It was a great experience. Howie, Martha, Dawn and the entire Veterinary Association Management team always knows how to make a speaker feel welcomed! The conference was so well organized which is a testament to the VAM team. Thank you so much for all your kindness. It was a true honoring getting to speak to the technicians at the conference. It was a great group who stayed engaged throughout! Thank you again. I hope you are all home getting to relax a little after working so hard to make the conference so successful. ... read more
Amy Newfield, CVT, VTS (ECC) | Speaker
What our Attendees Say!
I have been a veterinarian in NC since 1982. 33years. I have been getting my continuing education hours with Ralph Lee’s Veterinary Management for 28 years. My wife is a registered vet technician and we both must get yearly CE hours to continue our licenses. We have come to Ralph Lee’s Great Smokies Veterinary Conferences for last 20 years. I appreciate through the years the dedication to providing quality continuing education year after year. We enjoy the excellent speakers on subjects that are useful in regular day to day practice; comprehensive wet labs; and very affordable CE... read more
J. Michael Beck DVM and Jane Beck VMT | Emerywood Veterinary Hospital, High Point, NC
What our Speakers Say!
I've participated in several Veterinary Association Management continuing educational meetings and they are all top notch. Each meeting has it's own look and feel. The one consistent thread is excellent speakers and great topics/content being presented. I will be planning a family vacation around Fun N Sun veterinary conference. It's a must do for anyone looking for good CE and creating great memories with the family... read more
Paul Camilo, CVPM | Veterinary Consultation Services, LLC
What our Exhibitors Say!
The Center of Veterinary Expertise has had the pleasure of participating in Colonial Veterinary conference on several levels, sponsorship, vendor as well as providing speakers over the last three year. Howie and his team always ensure a positive, warm, and successful experience. We look forward to supporting the Colonial Veterinary Conference for many more years to come.
Danielle T. Russ | LVT, BS, BA, AS, Hospital Manager, the COVE, Suffolk, VA
What our Attendees Say!
It is not a small thing when gathering your CE credits that the meetings be orderly, well presented, convenient, accessible. Cudos to the Colonial Team. It was an all-around good experience.
Rob McBrayer, DVM | Palmetto Vet Hospital, Ridgeland, SC
What our Exhibitors Say!
I have been a equipment manufacturing design consultant for Snyder Mfg. for over 30 years. I have been attending the Ralph Lee's meetings for over 20 years of that time. The Ralph Lee's meetings are different than the standard veterinary conference meetings that are available. The meetings are designed to be very family friendly. The attendees and exhibitors are treated with more respect than any other of the veterinary meetings I attend. The smaller venue will also give everyone an opportunity to build long term relationships in the industry.
Ralph Ihde | Snyder Mfg., New Sharon, IA
What our Attendees Say!
I plan each year's continuing education requirements around Ralph Lee's Great Smokies Veteirnary Conference. The program venue is especially nice, this time of year, in Asheville, N.C. The Lee family (Howie, Martha and the crew) are most accommodating. They've always made this a pleasurable, meaningful experience. I secure a copy of the conference notes each trip. These notes serve as valuable information for me as I care for my patients on a daily basis. The saddest part, for me, is when the meeting concludes. Soon, I'll be planning for the 2016 conference.
Dr. William “Bill” Martin | Central Veterinary Hospital, Knoxville, TN
What our Exhibitors Say!
The Lees' vet meetings are some of the best...and I attend a lot of them! As both a veterinarian and an exhibitor I get the best of both worlds at these events.... Great Continuing Education and Great attendance to the exhibit booth. I attend every one I possibly can.
Dr. Dan Moore, DVM | Vet Assured, Unicoi, TN
What our Speakers Say!
I have lectured for Veterinary Association Management for the last 4 years and they consistently have wonderfully organized, informative and practical conferences for practicing small animal veterinarians. With a relatively small group of attendees ... read more
Kristin Welch DVM, DACVECC | CRITICAL CARE, CHIEF OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Welcome to Veterinary Association Management - Your Premier Destination for Veterinary Conferences
The nation's leading provider of continuing education for veterinarians, our meetings offer hundreds of hours of lectures, demonstrations, wet labs as well as vendor booths to assist you in providing the very best care to your patients.
Now in our 40th year, we want to thank all the speakers, veterinarians, attendees, and companies that make our conferences the most educational and family friendly! Click the button to learn more about us!
What's New at VAM
Join us in championing excellence in veterinary medicine through our highly acclaimed conferences. These events are designed to offer veterinarians and their staff unparalleled opportunities for continuing education, camaraderie, and networking. Whether you're looking to stay at the forefront of industry advancements, connect with like-minded professionals, or share your experiences and learn from others, our conferences are the place to be.
Mark Your Calendars! The next highlight of our 2025 schedule is Ralph Lee's Great Smokies Veterinary Conference, taking place mid November at The Crowne Plaza in the fall foliage setting of Asheville, North Carolina! We are excited to continue what promises to be a momentous year with this event.
Don’t miss out on the chance to expand your knowledge, grow your network, and participate in shaping the future of your veterinary practice. We look forward to welcoming you to an inspiring year of learning and professional growth!
- Our next conference is the Ralph Lee's Great Smokies Veterinary Conference on November 12 - 16, 2025 at The Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville in Asheville, North Carolina
- A Great Fall Foliage Conference in Asheville, North Carolina!
- Click Here to see the Updated Program!
Each conference provides at least 20 hours of CE
2025
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
Speakers
Paul Bloom, DVM, DACVD, DABVP (Canine and Feline Practice), Elite Fear Free Certified® Professional- level 3, Certified Cat Friendly Veterinarian
Laurie Dohmen, VMD, MS, RH (AHG), FACVBM, Sponsored by Purple Moon Herbs and Studies
Joseph Jordan, PhD, CEO, NC Physicians Health Program, NC Veterinary Health Program
Shelly Olin, DVM, DACVIM
Tracy Sheffield, CVPM, T&L Veterinary Business Consulting
Jay Tischendorf, DVM
Marie Zielaskowski, RVT, VTS (ECC)
Lunch Session
Online Registration Now Open!
Click Here to download the Registration Form, print and fill it out, and mail/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: The Crowne Plaza Asheville is sold out on Friday and Saturday nights of the conference.
The overflow hotel is the Four Points by Sheraton Downtown. Please call 828-253-1851 to make reservations.
2026
Mountain Veterinary Conference
April 19 - 22, 2026
at the beautiful Harrah’s Cherokee Casino Resort and The Cherokee Convention Center in Cherokee, North Carolina
Providing 20 Hours of Live CE
Speakers
Holly Brown, DVM, PhD, DACVP
Laurie Dohmen, VMD, MS, RH (AHG), FACVBM, Sponsored by Purple Moon Herbs and Studies
Mark E. Epstein, DVM, Dipl ABVP
Rod Finnegan, CEO of Vetinsure
Joseph Jordan, PhD, CEO, NC Physicians Health Program, NC Veterinary Health Program
Brad Marconyak, CVT, CVPM, Certified Profit Solver Consultant
Howard B. Seim III, DVM, DACVS
Amanda M. Shelby, BSc, RVT, VTS (Anesthesia and Analgesia)
Online Registration Now Open!
Click Here to download the Registration Form, print and fill it out, and mail/bring it with payment!
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:
Room rates start at $139 + tax and any applicable resort fees guaranteed until March 20, 2026 and can be made by:
- calling Harrah’s Cherokee Resort, 828-497-7777 and reference group code S04MVET or
- online by clicking the link https://book.passkey.com/go/mtnvets26
Sun N Fun Veterinary Conference
May 17 - 20, 2026
“A True Family Oriented Veterinary Experience”
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Speakers
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
Conference Special Coming Soon!
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
For Hotel Reservations: Coming Soon!
Colonial Veterinary Conference
October 14 - 18, 2026
"At The Founders Inn and Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton In Virgina Beach, Virginia"
Providing 20 Hours of Live CE
Speakers
Lunch Sessions
Online Registration Will Open in 2026!
The Founders Inn and Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, 5641 Indian River Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23464
Exciting Venue Announcement – The Founders Inn and Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton!
The Founders Inn and Spa offers a retreat-style setting in a convenient location. Our beautifully landscaped 26-acre resort provides guests with a serene oasis overlooking English Gardens and a tranquil pond with a cascading water feature. The Conference Center boasts 245 elegantly appointed guestrooms, the luxurious full-service Flowering Almond Spa, the award-winning Swan Terrace Grill, and over 40,000 square feet of versatile indoor and outdoor event space."
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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 19 - 22, 2026
– "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 17 - 20, 2026
– "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 12 - 16, 2025
– "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 15 - 19, 2025
– "At The Founders Inn and Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton In Virgina Beach, Virginia"
– New Location: A retreat-style setting in a convenient location in 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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