October 1, 2010

In the Spotlight – Upcoming Conference Announcement




The Joint Annual Conference of the American Association of Zoo Veterinarians and the American Association of Wildlife Veterinarians in conjunction with the Association of Amphibian and Reptilian Veterinarians


South Padre Island, Texas, USA

October 23 -October 29, 2010



This is the American Association of Zoo Veterinarians’ 42nd Annual Conference. Below is a small sample of presentations that are scheduled for the event:

  • Wildlife and Ecosystem Health Without Borders
  • One Health in a Shrinking World
  • Herptile Conservation Medicine
  • Parasitology


In addition to speakers, a number of wet labs and workshops are available. Below is just a sample of over 10 sessions that are being offered:
  • Marine Mammal Ophthalmology
  • AAZV 17th Annual Zoo & Wildlife Pathology Workshop
  • Oiled seabird rescue workshop
  • Border Medicine/Forensic Science
  • Avian endoscopy
  • Being Successful in Getting Your Research Published
  • Sea turtle Medicine




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