Speakers
Laurie McCauley
DVM, DACVSMR, CCRT, CVA, CVC
SUNDAY, May 4
General Session
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Neurodiversity in a Neurotypical World
Dr. McCauley has had a lifelong passion to help as many pets as possible live an Optimum Quality of Life. After graduating from Colorado State School of Veterinary Medicine, she spent six years in general practice and quickly became a pioneer in the field of Veterinary Rehabilitation. She went on to open the first Veterinary Rehabilitation Clinic in 1998 and design the first underwater treadmill for dogs.
Dr. McCauley was on faculty at Canine Rehabilitation Institute for 14 years and has taught thousands of veterinarians and other rehabilitation professionals the art of Canine Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine. She is certified in Acupuncture and Chiropractic therapy and Board Certified by the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation.
Dr. Laurie is an international lecturer and contributing author in many textbooks and journals. She was awarded the Iams AARV Award of Excellence in the Field of Rehabilitation and the AHVMA Holistic Practitioner of the Year Award. She has stepped in as the head of the Integrative Medicine department at the Louisiana State School of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. McCauley owns Red Tail Rehab, a mobile canine rehabilitation practice and Optimum Pet Vitality, a teaching platform for veterinary professionals and pet parents, helping pets achieve Optimum Health.
Susan Wagner
DVM, MS, DACVIM (Neurology)
SUNDAY, May 4
General Session
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Energy Medicine Techniques to Enhance Acupuncture and Related Therapies Practice
Bio Coming Soon!
Lorrie Hale-Mitchell
DVM, CTCVMP, GCTHCP, FACVBM, CCRT
SUNDAY, May 4
General Session
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TCVM Exam Refresher
Bio Coming Soon!
Joan Winter
DVM, MS, TCVMP, FAAVA
SUNDAY, May 4
Small Animal
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“LIVING WELL, ON THE EDGE, With Bladder Cancer” Says the Scottish Terrier!
Bio Coming Soon!
Susan Wagner
DVM, MS, DACVIM (Neurology)
SUNDAY, May 4
Small Animal
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The Tesla Healing Formula: An Intensive
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Understanding the Endocannabinoid System and How it Can Benefit the Practice of Acupuncture and Related Therapies
Bio Coming Soon!
Michelle Tilghman
DVM, CCRP, CVA
SUNDAY, May 4
Small Animal
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Canine Lameness
Bio Coming Soon!
Lorrie Hale-Mitchell
DVM, CTCVMP, GCTHCP, FACVBM, CCRT
SUNDAY, May 4
Large Animal
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Use of Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine in Treatment of Wildlife From Louisiana
Bio Coming Soon!
Rick Schafer
DVM, MS
SUNDAY, May 4
Large Animal
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Acupuncture Points Accessing Myofascial Kinetic Lines to Achieve Chiropractic Adjustments in the Equine
Bio Coming Soon!
Lori Bidwell
DVM, DACVAA, CVA, CVTP
SUNDAY, May 4
Large Animal
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Eastern Medicine Therapies for Common Performance Horse Concerns: Neck, Feet, Back, Sacroiliac Joint and Gluteal Muscles
Dr. Lori Bidwell is a 2001 graduate of Michigan State University, a diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Anesthesia and Analgesia and a certified veterinary acupuncturist. She did her internship at Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky, and completed her anesthesia residency at Michigan State University. She was the head of anesthesia at Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital and Lexington Equine Surgery and Sports Medicine and has been on faculty at Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine and Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine. In 2015 she co-founded East West Equine Sports Medicine, a sports medicine practice that covers veterinary services for hunter/jumper circuits on the West and East Coasts. Dr. Bidwell also consults in anesthesia for equine practices, teaches part of a study abroad program in Thailand and South Africa and speaks and teaches nationally and internationally. Dr. Bidwell competes with her horses in the amateur jumper divisions.