Texas Equine Veterinary Association

Conference Area Registration Desk REGISTRATION DESK OPEN 7:30am–6:00pm 8:00am–9:50am 24 FRIDAY August 1 Post Oak Room Speaker: Elizabeth Hinton Achieving excellence as an equine veterinary technician requires a deep understanding of the workplace environment, coupled with intentional skill development. This lecture explores the shift from being an average technician to becoming an outstanding professional by identifying and cultivating five essential characteristics: attention to detail, organization, engaged anticipation, efficiency, and coachability. Attendees will gain insights into how workplace dynamics—such as caseload expectations, team culture, and the fast- paced nature of surgical and primary care settings—influence skill-building. Through practical examples and strategies, participants will learn to refine their abilities and implement targeted improvements within both the operating room and other equine technician roles. By mastering these teachable skills, technicians can elevate their performance, contribute more effectively to their teams, and enhance patient care in equine veterinary medicine. This session is designed to inspire intentional growth and provide actionable steps toward professional development, ultimately guiding technicians from competence to excellence in their field. #TECH 201 FROM AVERAGE TO AWESOME: WHAT MAKES A GREAT EQUINE VETERINARY TECHNICIAN CEU: 2 Travertine Room Panelists: John Janicek, DVM, MS, DACVS; Cliff Honnas, DVM, DACVS; Kevin Claunch, DVM, DACVS; Charlie Buchanan, DVM Various equine radiographs along with cases will be presented in a panel format. #107 RADIOLOGY PANEL DISCUSSION #106 PLATINUM PRACTICE BREAKFAST: MANAGING AN EQUINE PRACTICE BY THE NUMBERS Tower Palm Pavilion Room Speaker: John Chalk TECH #202 SUPPORTIVE CARE OF THE CRITICALLY ILL FOAL Post Oak Room Speaker: Lisa M. Upshaw, LVT Critically ill foals require timely, multidisciplinary supportive care to improve survival and long-term outcomes. This presentation outlines the fundamental principles and practical approaches to intensive support in neonatal equine medicine. Key components include fluid and electrolyte management, nutritional support, respiratory stabilization, thermoregulation, and antimicrobial therapy. The talk emphasizes early recognition of sepsis, the importance of passive transfer of immunity, and tailored monitoring strategies to detect complications promptly. By integrating evidence-based practices and clinical experience, this presentation aims to provide veterinarians and caretakers with the tools to optimize care and enhance prognosis in vulnerable neonatal patients.

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