Schedule at a Glance
Registration & Attendee Assistance	7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Educational Programming	8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Open	10:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Columbus Zoo & Aquarium Veterinary Hospital Tour	12 – 4:30 p.m.

Featured Event

Columbus Zoo & Aquarium Veterinary Hospital Tour

SOLD OUT!

During this excursion, attendees will tour the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium’s recently renovated 17,000-square-foot veterinary hospital, including its treatment and diagnostic facilities, research lab space, and animal holding areas. The tour will conclude with a Q&A period with the hospital's staff, comprised of three American College of Zoological Medicine diplomates, three technicians, and a veterinary resident. Following the tour, attendees will have time for a walking tour of zoo grounds, much of which remains open in February.

The 622-acre Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is home to nearly 10,000 animals representing more than 600 species from around the globe. Learn More »

Event Details

• Who: All Registered Attendees
• Max Capacity: 20 SOLD OUT!
• Cost: $55 (includes transportation, zoo admission, and refreshments)
• RSVP: Required; sign up via online registration or mail-in form

Schedule at a Glance
OVMA Annual Business Meeting	7 – 8 a.m.
Registration & Attendee Assistance	7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Educational Programming	8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Rabies Titer Testing	10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Open	10:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Connection Corner: Student/DVM Networking Lunch	11:45 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Shelter Animal Reception	5:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Rabies Titer Testing

Veterinary professionals who have received rabies pre-exposure vaccination and are at continued risk of exposure should get their titers tested every two years. ARCpoint Labs of Columbus will be on site to provide this service on Friday and Saturday, and no appointment is needed. The fee is $75 for a rabies antibody screen or $95 for rabies antibody endpoint testing; payment can be made in cash, credit card, or check payable to ARCpoint Labs.

• Who: All Attendees
• Cost: Antibody screen, $75; antibody endpoint test, $95
• RSVP: None; appointments first come, first served

OVMA Annual Business Meeting

At the annual membership meeting, enjoy a complimentary breakfast while you hear important membership updates from officers and staff.

• Who: OVMA Members
• Cost: Free for members
• RSVP: None required

Shelter Animal Reception

Decompress after a long day of sessions and mingle with colleagues at this informal gathering of directors, veterinarians, humane agents, dog wardens, and other shelter professionals.

• Who: Shelter Professionals
• Cost: Free
• RSVP: None required

Special thanks to the following companies for supporting this event:

Connection Corner: Student/DVM Networking Lunch

Practicing veterinarians and veterinary students will come together at this popular event. Enjoy a complimentary lunch with veterinary students, followed by an hour of power networking. Students will be able to ask questions about their future careers and strengthen their networking skills, while veterinarians will have a chance to give back to the profession—and maybe even find summer interns or future associates!

• Who: OVMA Members
• Capacity: 15 veterinarians; 85 students
• Cost: Free
• RSVP: Required via online registration*
• Questions? Please contact us for more information

Special thanks to the following organization for supporting this event:

* The event can be found on the session & event selection page under the Special Programs header.

Schedule at a Glance
Technician Recruitment & Retention Panel Discussion NEW!	7 – 7:45 a.m.
Registration & Attendee Assistance	7 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Educational Programming	8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Rabies Titer Testing	10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Open	10:30 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Decoding Your Dog & Cat Author Meet & Greet	5 – 5:30 p.m.

NEW!
Technician Recruitment & Retention Panel Discussion

The OVMA recently conducted a survey of Ohio veterinarians and technicians in an effort to better understand the current shortage of vet techs many practices are facing. In this special event, members of the task force will share the survey results, discuss solutions, and answer questions. A light breakfast will be available for the first 100 attendees.

View preliminary survey results »

Speakers

• Panelists: Diana Cron, DVM; Jennifer Wells, DVM; Kelley Norris, RVT; and Annie Jones, RVT
• Moderator: Amanda Wagner, DVM

Details

• Who: All Attendees
• Cost: Free
• RSVP: Not required

Special thanks to the following company for supporting this event:

Rabies Titer Testing

Veterinary professionals who have received rabies pre-exposure vaccination and are at continued risk of exposure should get their titers tested every two years. ARCpoint Labs of Columbus will be on site to provide this service on Friday and Saturday, and no appointment is needed. The fee is $75 for a rabies antibody screen or $95 for rabies antibody endpoint testing; payment can be made in cash, credit card, or check payable to ARCpoint Labs.

• Who: All Attendees
• Cost: Antibody screen, $75; antibody endpoint test, $95
• RSVP: None; appointments first come, first served

Decoding Your Dog & Cat: Author Meet & Greet and Book Signing

Join Drs. Meghan Herron and Carlo Siracusa, authors of Decoding Your Dog and Decoding Your Cat, after Saturday's Animal Behavior track. Bring your book to be signed by the authors. A limited number of books will be available for purchase.

Virtual Exhibit Hall

Explore the Exhibit Hall at your own pace, on your own time! See the Exhibitors & Sponsors page or the MVC mobile app (beginning in January) to find out what companies have signed up for the virtual expo.

Virtual Mind & Body Sessions

Take a mental break and boost your overall wellbeing by joining our instructor for yoga, pilates, and barre sessions from the comfort of your home. Three 30-minute sessions, suitable for all experience levels, will be available for anytime viewing. Additional details to come!