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Noblesville, IN
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Jan. 30 - Feb. 1, 2025
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20 CE Hours
Dr. Ryan Rothenbuhler grew up in Indianapolis, Indiana. He graduated from Purdue University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2001. In 2002, he completed an equine ambulatory and medicine internship at The Ohio State University. In 2005, he completed a large animal surgical residency at Purdue University. In 2009, he became a Diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Surgeons.
His interests include soft tissue surgery, orthopedics, lameness, pain management, and wound management.
Dr. Jamie Pribyl received her undergraduate degree from Lake Superior State University and then attended the University of Minnesota where she obtained her DVM. After completing an equine internship at Pilchuck Veterinary Hospital in Washington, Dr. Pribyl joined Buffalo Equine in Buffalo, Minnesota. She practiced at Buffalo Equine for 13 years and was a managing partner for 12 years. In January of 2020, she joined Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health as a Professional Services Veterinarian. Dr. Pribyl’s professional interests include asthma, geriatric medicine, reproduction, and gastrointestinal disease. She is a member of the AAEP’s Wellness Committee and is passionate about professional wellness and leadership.
Ralph Harvey, DVM, MS, DACVAA, grew up in Knoxville, Tennessee. He studied genetic toxicology at UNC-Chapel Hill and worked for the NIH before obtaining his veterinary degree from the University of Tennessee. Dr. Harvey worked in private practice and completed an internship and residency in anesthesiology at Cornell University. He spent over three decades of his career on faculty at the University of Tennessee where he became an associate professor and head of the surgical services section. He is the author of over 50 peer-reviewed publications and over 20 textbook chapters. He was honored with the Brandy Memorial Award in 2007 and the Distinguished Alumni Award in 2012. Dr. Harvey has been a member of the Advisory Panel for Fear Free Pets since its inception and Chair of the Veterinary Advisory Board for the BioTraceIT corporation. He is a renowned speaker and was named the Small Animal Speaker of the Year at the Western Veterinary Conference in 2023. Dr. Harvey is the Veterinary Specialist: Anesthesia and Pain Management, Zoetis Petcare, Veterinary Professional Services.
Andrew Hanzlicek, DVM, MS, DACVIM (SAIM), is a veterinary internal medicine specialist with more than 14 years of professional experience teaching, providing clinical services and conducting research in small animal internal medicine. As Veterinary Services Director he oversees veterinary consultation, veterinary research studies, and provides strategic leadership to expand our menu of veterinary services and products.
His professional experience, most recently, includes serving for 4 years as the Joan Kirkpatrick Chair of Small Animal Medicine and director of the residency training program of Small Animal Internal Medicine at Oklahoma State University. He has lectured in the pre-clinical curriculum at multiple veterinary colleges and has provided continuing veterinary education around the world- discussing diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of small animal disease.
As supervisor of the Bioscience Research Laboratory, he has conducted research in the areas of infectious disease, hematology, and whole blood coagulation and has over 40 publications to his credit. As a primary investigator and collaborator, he has received over one million dollars in grant funded research and has a strong interest in researching invasive fungal infections and has over 15 publications directly related to endemic fungal infections.
Dr. Hanzlicek earned a BS in Agriculture, MS in Biomedical Sciences, and DVM degrees from Kansas State University. He completed post-graduate clinical training at Texas A&M University and Kansas State University. He is an active member of professional societies including American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, American Veterinary Medical Association, Oklahoma Veterinary Medical Association, Association of Veterinary Hematology and Transfusion Medicine, Veterinary Interventional Radiology and Interventional Endoscopy Society, International Society for Human and Animal Mycology, and International Society for Companion Animal Infectious Diseases.
Stephen Birchard has a diverse work experience in the field of veterinary medicine. Stephen started their career as a Veterinary Surgeon in 1984, where they worked for an unspecified company. In 1983, they joined The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine as a Professor and remained in this role until 2010. In 2015, they became an Adjunct Professor at Lincoln Memorial University, a position they held until 2019. Currently, Birchard is working at MedVet as a Surgical Education and Training Content Creator since June 2023.
Stephen Birchard has a strong educational background in veterinary medicine and surgery. Stephen began their education at Rutgers University–New Brunswick, where they earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in Pre-Veterinary Studies from 1968 to 1972. Stephen then attended the University of Missouri-Columbia, where they completed their Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from 1972 to 1976.
After obtaining their DVM, Birchard pursued further specialization in veterinary surgery by enrolling in the Veterinary Surgery Residency Program at Purdue University. Stephen successfully completed the program and earned a Master of Science (MS) degree in Veterinary Surgery from 1978 to 1981.
Furthermore, Birchard acquired additional certification as a Diplomate from the American College of Veterinary Surgeons (DACVS) in May 1984. This certification reflects their advanced expertise and recognition as a veterinary surgeon.
Overall, Stephen Birchard’s education history showcases a dedication to developing their skills and knowledge in veterinary medicine, specifically in the field of surgery.
Dr. Venable is Board Certified as a medical oncologist from the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine. Dr. Venable has always been surrounded by animals growing up on a farm in the Midwest. She obtained her veterinary degree from the University of Missouri and graduated cum laude. After veterinary school, Dr. Venable pursued further training as a small animal intern at the University of Georgia. She then completed her 3-year medical oncology residency at the world-renowned Colorado State University Flint Animal Cancer Center. During her residency, she achieved a master’s degree and studied new cancer therapies and clinical trials. She continues to seek and learn about new clinical trials and offer new cutting-edge therapies to her patients. Dr. Venable has authored numerous publications and has been a speaker on local and national levels. She is a VIN consultant and has been an adjunct professor of veterinary oncology at Midwestern University and a member of numerous veterinary associations. Her oncology philosophy is one of a team-based approach with the local veterinarian and pet family to provide compassionate, individualized care, and optimal quality of life for pets and their families.
Marianne Dosmamm received her degree from AAS – Vet Tech – Purdue University, she also has an AS in General Agriculture and BS – Animal Science, MS – Management / Recover BLS/ALS CPR Instructor. She is currently the Program Director and Assistant Professor at the Ancilla College of Veterinary Nursing Marian University. She is married to kevin and has two children Maddison and Koltyn. She has 4 cats and multiple livestock species. Full bio at indianavta.com.
Myranda began my journey in veterinary medicine as a veterinary assistant at Noah’s 24-Hour Emergency Animal Hospital in Indianapolis, IN while still in school at International Business College Vet Tech Institute. She accomplished her goals of graduating, passing her boards and becoming a Registered Veterinary Technician in 2014. She spent 4 years in the emergency department creating a foundation of skills and knowledge that lead to her next calling. Her passion drove her to take on a role on the veterinary team at Indianapolis Animal Care Services where she was able to grow a deep understanding and appreciation of shelter medicine and all of the complexities that come along with it. After 3 years in the shelter system, she went back to Noah’s Animal Hospitals to further my career as an RVT. She has worked in many different capacities throughout all eleven multidisciplinary practices including 9 Noah’s Animal Hospitals; and 2 Veterinary Specialty and Emergency Care facilities. Her current role has allowed her to foster her love for education. As a member of the Development Team at Noah’s Animal Hospitals, her primary responsibility is to educate, empower and advocate for each level of support staff.. Along with her role as Manager of Clinical Development, she acts as the program manager for Anna’s Pet Care Fund, a nonprofit organization that is leading the charge on eliminating financial euthanasia in our community.
Brianna obtained her RVT degree from Harrison college in 2014. Her areas of interest are in rehabilitation and exotics. Her two most recent publications are: Introduction to complementary and alternative pain management in canines, UK – Vet the Veterinary Nurse 2020. She currently works for Indy Paws Veterinary Hospital. She is married to her husband Tyler, and they have Flynn a corgi and a Vati peacock.
Ashli R. Selke is an Instructional Technologist for the Veterinary Nursing Distance Learning (VNDL) program. She brings a breadth of knowledge to the table and experience from working in multiple locations throughout the country while being a military spouse and NAVY Veteran herself. Her passion is advocating for veterinary nurses and furthering the profession. She sits on multiple state and national boards as well as being the (NAVTA) National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America Immediate Past-President. She believes the only way to obtain meaningful change is to be involved.
Areas of Interest
Veterinary Association Leadership
Public Speaking
Student Engagement
Veterinary Team Mentorship
Crystal received her AAST from Cedar Valley her BASVT – from St. Petersburg and MVCC Lincoln Memorial University. Her areas of research and clinical interest are in ECC, Anesthesia, Pharmacology and Technician Leadership. Two of her most recent publications: Co-author to a veterinary nursing diagnostic imaging textbook. She currently works for Noah’s Animal Hospitals. She is married with 3 children and has 2 dogs 5 cats and aquatic turtle, and a sulcata tortoise.
Dr. Jen Brand obtained PHD from The Ohio State University. She also as dual degrees in Social Work and Sociology. Areas of research or clinical special interst: suicidology and social justice. Award most proud of is the Eleected a Distinguished Fellow of the National Academies of Practice in Social Work in recognition of lifelong contributions to health care services. She currently works for the American Veterinary Medical Assocation and lives with her favorite pets. all te cats I have ever had are my favorites. Mu current “favorites” are Squatch, Sammich and Fozzi.
David McCormick, MS, CVA is a veterinary practice appraiser and practice management consultant. He specializes in facilitating successful practice transactions and helping owners and future owners prepare for their entrance/exit. He is a member of the National Association of Certified Valuators and Analysts which provides the Certified Valuation Analyst (CVA) credential. He is a Charter Member and Past President of the veterinary consultant’s association, VetPartners, where he serves on the Ethics Committee and the VetPartners Valuation Council.
As a speaker/teacher, David is committed to practice management education especially about practice value, practice financial health and practice ownership issues. He teaches at veterinary conferences regionally, nationally and internationally. He also teaches the veterinary students at many colleges and universities. David is the practice management education manager for the VMX (NAVC) 2025-2028 meetings. He held similar positions for the Western Veterinary Conference’s 2011-2017 meetings and the AVMA’s 2003-2007 National Conventions.
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