The 21st AAVA Annual On Demand Meeting will begin April 13, 2026. There will be 20.5 hrs. RACE and IVAS (pending) CE credit available. Topics include TCVM Review, TCVM Master Points, TCVM, Exotics, Small Animal, Large Animal, Herbal Medicine and Cardiology. The On-demand course will be available to access until July 10, 2026.
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by Lori Bidwell, DVM, DACVAA, CVA, CVTP
Dr. Lori Bidwell is a 2001 graduate of Michigan State University College of Veterinary Medicine, 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, Lexington Equine Surgery and Sports Medicine and Circle Oak Equine Rehab and Surgery 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.
by Lorrie Hale-Mitchell, DVM, MS, CTCVMP, CTPEP, CCRT
Dr. Lorrie Hale-Mitchell serves as Clinical Assistant Professor and Service Chief of Integrative Medicine and Rehabilitation at the Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine. She earned her DVM from the University of Illinois in 1995 and spent twelve years of her career as a general practitioner in Louisiana. In 2009, she returned to the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine to teach clinical skills and later completed her acupuncture certification at the Chi Institute (now Chi University) in 2012.
Dr. Hale joined Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine in 2016, where she launched the clinical skills program and significantly expanded the Integrative Medicine and Rehabilitation Service. She earned a Master’s in Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine (TCVM) from Chi University in 2020, with a thesis on herbal research in alligators. She holds certifications in Chinese Veterinary Herbal Therapy, Food Therapy, and Tui-na, making her one of just three Certified TCVM Practitioners in Louisiana. Dr. Hale is also certified in Palliative and End-of-life Care.
Active in advancing integrative veterinary medicine, Dr. Hale is a board member and Charter Fellow of the American College of Veterinary Botanical Medicine as well as a founding member of the American Board of Veterinary Acupuncture. She mentors clinical-year students at LSU and other institutions and provides acupuncture training as an adjunct Clinical Associate Professor with Chi University, for students at LSU, Ross University, and the University of Arizona.
Dr. Hale also holds a Graduate Certificate in Teaching in the Health Care Practices from LSU. She is deeply passionate about educating and inspiring the next generation of veterinarians, with a particular dedication to advancing integrative medicine in both academic and clinical settings.
by Madalyn Kalscheur, DVM
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by Nancy Martin, MS, DVM, CVA
Dr. Martin obtained her B.S. in Animal Science in 1981 from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo in California. She completed a Master’s Degree in Domestic Animal Behavior at UC Davis (1986) and finished her DVM at UC Davis in 1991. She has practiced rural mixed animal medicine for 35 years (20 years Integrated with TCVM through IVAS training and certification) in Northern California. Dr. Martin considers herself a Clinical Veterinarian, a Veterinary Scientist and a student of Traditional Chinese Medicine.
by Natasha Marzolf, DVM, CVAT, CCRT
Dr. Natasha Marzolf is a veterinarian with a deep passion for acupuncture, pain management, and sports medicine. She became a Certified Veterinary Acupuncture Therapist (CVAT) in 2021 to help patients manage pain, improve mobility, and enhance overall well-being. She further specialized in rehabilitation, earning her Certified Canine Rehabilitation Therapist (CCRT) designation in 2023.Dr. Marzolf earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) from Lincoln Memorial University College of Veterinary Medicine in 2020 after completing her undergraduate studies in Biology with a minor in German at Allegheny College in Pennsylvania. She spent her early years in California before moving to Stuttgart, Germany, experiences that shaped her global perspective on veterinary medicine. She is dedicated to providing comprehensive, multimodal care with a strong emphasis on client education and communication.
by Jared Mitchell, DVM, CVMA, CVA, CVFT
Dr. Jared Mitchell graduated from Mississippi State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine in 2004. He owns Mitchell Animal Clinic in Mobile, Alabama. Wanting more for his patients, he began incorporating holistic modalities into his practice. Dr. Mitchell’s first journey into the holistic world began by incorporating essential oils into the treatment of his veterinary patients. Dr. Mitchell has advanced training in essential oils through the Veterinary Medical Aromatherapy Association. He is also certified in veterinary acupuncture, Chinese food therapy, and Chinese herbal medicine through Chi University and is currently enrolled in their Masters of TCVM program. Dr. Mitchell has published articles for several peer reviewed journals including: the Innovative Veterinary Care journal and the Journal of the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association. Dr. Mitchell plans to continue contributing articles and educating colleagues on holistic and integrative veterinary medicine. Dr. Mitchell is also very passionate about promoting acupuncture and integrative medicine and hopes to help usher in acupuncture as a board-certified specialty with the AVMA in the future. In his personal time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and 2 daughters, spending time at the beach, and kayaking the beautiful natural springs of Florida.
by Karin Olsen, DVM, CVA, FAAVA
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by Nell Ostermeier, DVM, CVA, FAAVA
Dr. Nell is an IVAS-certified veterinary acupuncturist (2010) and an IVAS instructor. I earned FAAVA status in 2019. She is the founder of People and Pet Integrative Therapies, which supports both her clinical and educational work. She specializes in delivering practical, action-oriented, RACE-approved online continuing education for integrative veterinarians through acupuncture mastermind programs. I also created the Every Day Acupuncture Veterinary Community, a free, veterinarian-only global community hosted on Mighty Networks and intentionally independent of social media. She shares her life with her husband and pets and loves traveling to just about anywhere.
by Brooke Pearson, DVM, CVA
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by Allen Schoen, DVM, MS, PhD (hon), CVA
Dr. Schoen is one of the pioneers in holistic, integrative veterinary medicine. He has been acknowledged by his peers as being one of the fifteen most influential veterinarians in North America as well as worldwide for introducing the concept of an integrative approach to veterinary medicine. He received his DVM from Cornell U. College of Veterinary Medicine and has a master’s degree in animal Behavior from the University of Illinois. He has been an Assistant Professor at Colorado State & Tufts University College of Veterinary Medicine. He published seven books including: “Veterinary Acupuncture: Ancient Art to Modern Medicine” and “Complementary & Alternative Veterinary Medicine”. He is the author of “Love, Miracle and Animal Healing, Kindred Spirits” and “The Compassionate Equestrian”. He has an honorary Ph.D. from Becker College for his contributions to veterinary medicine and received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Association of Veterinary Acupuncture for his groundbreaking contributions to Veterinary Acupuncture. His current project is developing ‘The Conscious Animal Lovers Movement (nickname is CALM).
by Aja Senestraro, DVM, CTCVMP, CVPP, CHPV, CVA, CVTP, CVFT, CVCH, CCRP, CAC-IVCA
Dr. Aja Senestraro is the owner and founder of Sea to Sky Holistic Vet; an integrative house call practice in Seattle Washington. She has completed advanced training and certification in hospice and palliative care, pain management, rehab, animal chiropractic and all branches of TCVM. Her practice has a special focus on pain management, geriatric pets, hospice and palliative care.
by Warinda Somrith, DVM, MBA, CVA
Warinda Somrith graduated from the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Chiang Mai University, Thailand, in 2014, and began her professional career working with wildlife and exotic animals. She is recognized as part of the early group of veterinarians in Thailand who pioneered the application of acupuncture in the clinical management of wildlife and marine animals, integrating traditional techniques with modern veterinary medicine.
She currently serves as Chief Operating Officer and Veterinary Acupuncturist at Animal Space Rabbit and Exotic Pet Hospital. She is a certified veterinary acupuncturist from Chi University and has completed advanced training in veterinary Chinese herbal therapy from the same institution. In 2024, she is further expanding her expertise through advanced studies in TCVM Palliative and End-of-Life Care at Chi University, alongside pursuing a Master’s degree in Business Management at Chulalongkorn University and completing the University of Tennessee Canine Rehabilitation Certificate Program.
