IMPORTANT BTS CONFERENCE DATES:

Early Bird Registration Ends:
June 22, 2012
5th Annual BTS Conference: July 28-29, 2012
CaRVTA Annual Member Meeting: July 28, 12:00-1:10pm
Live Webinar Track 1: July 28
Live Webinar Track 2: July 29

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July 28-29, 2012

5th Annual CaRVTA / UC-Davis
Back-to-School Symposium

Register by June 22 & Save!

CALL (503) 752-3905 to REGISTER TODAY!

Our 2012 CaRVTA / UC-Davis Back-to-School Conference will feature expert lectures from leading veterinary professionals, valuable hands-on workshops for Registered Veterinary Technicians and Assistants, and exciting exhibits from industry partners and suppliers. This year's conference also includes a Live Webinar option for those unable to travel to UC-Davis.

Tracks & Workshops
Seminar Speakers & Workshop Leaders
Exhibits
Webinar
Registration
Hotels
CaRVTA Membership Meeting
Sponsors

Expert Tracks & Workshops!

Once again, our Back-to-School Conference can help you earn most of your required CE credits (up to 16) for license renewal. The 2012 BTS tracks include:

Emergency & Critical Care
Nursing & Nursing/Endoscopy
Dentistry
Nutrition/Imaging
Radiation Safety / Oncology / Surgery
Foundations in Practice

This year's workshops focus on Catheterization (Saturday morning) and CPR (Sunday morning).

Visit this page often for more details on the different tracks and workshops!

BTS 2012's Preliminary Seminar Speakers & Workshop Leaders

The University of California, Davis, is home to one of the leading veterinary schools in the U.S. Our Annual BTS conference features these veterinary experts and offers you a chance to learn from those working on the cutting-edge of the veterinary industry. This year's preliminary list of speakers include:

William R. Pritchard Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of California, Davis: Julie Burges, BS, MS, Manager, Clinical Laboratories; Andrew Burton, BVSc, Resident, Clinical Pathology; Craig Cornell, BS, RVT, VTS (ECC Anesth), Small Animal Anesthesia; Susan Cox, RVT, VTS (SAIM), Small Animal Internal Medicine; Harold Davis, BA, RVT, VTS (ECC), Manager, Emergency & Critical Care; Daniel Dugger, DVM, Resident, Emergency & Critical Care; Courtney Gardner, RVT, Small Animal ICU; Kim Helmbold, DVM, Resident, Emergency & Critical Care; Noah Jones, RVT, Asst Supervisor, Small Animal Nursing; Charissa Jordan, RVT, VTS (ECC), Small Animal ICU; Cassie Lux, DVM, Resident, Surgery; Jody Nugent-Deal, RVT, VTS (Anesth), Small Animal Anesthesia; Kriste Sears-Sein, RVT, VTS (SAIM – Oncology), Oncology; Cheryl Stafford, Manager, Small Animal Nursing Service

University of California, Davis, School of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Surgical and Radiological Sciences: Eric Johnson, DVM, DACVR, Asst Professor, Clinical Diagnostic Imaging; Michael Kent, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology), DACVR (Radiation Oncology), Assoc Professor, Radiation Oncology; David Maggs, BVSc(Hons), DACVO, Assoc Professor, Ophthalmology; Frank Verstraete, DrMedVet, BVSc(Hons), MMedVet, DACVD, Professor & Chief, Dentistry and Oral Surgery
Department of Medicine & Epidemiology: Gina Davis-Wurzler, DVM, DABVP, Asst Clinical Professor, Community Practice
Department of Molecular BioSciences: Andrea Fascetti, VMD, PhD, DACVIM, ACVN, Professor & Chief, Nutrition Service

Conference Exhibits

Explore our exhibit area during registration and refreshment breaks. Exhibitor representatives will be available to answer your questions and provide information about products and services. CaRVTA Members, be sure to stop by the CaRVTA exhibit and claim your special conference gift!

Of course, you will want to stop by the CaRVTA exhibit in the Exhibitors' Hall while you are attending this year's conference! Be sure to sign up for Conference E-Updates in the form at the left (or like us on Facebook to keep up with CaRVTA give-aways, raffles and more.

Current Exhibitors, as of May 10, include:

Butler Schein Animal Health
CaRVTA
Dechra Veterinary Products
Idexx Digital Imaging
Merial, Ltd.
Nestle Purina PetCare
Sogeval Laboratories
Televere Systems
Vetoquinol

DID YOU KNOW? In addition to exciting exhibits, BTS also offers FREE LUNCH AND SNACKS throughout the day! Be sure to note any dietary preferences (vegetarian or vegan) when you register.

Live Webinar Option

Can't get to UC-Davis this year but still want to attend? Two Live Webinar tracks will be available for those unable to attend in person. Because the webinars are live, they do count toward the 16 hours of required interactive CE for relicensure.

Emergency & Critical Care and Nursing / Imaging tracks are this year's live webinar! Learn more by downloading the BTS Conference Brochure.

Early Bird & General Registration

Register Early & Save! Register before June 22 and save $50!

Call (503) 752-3905 to Register Today!

Group Registration Discounts! Perfect for veterinary practices: Save 10% when you register a group of 3 or more participants at the same time. Call (530) 752-3905 for more information and to register!

*Download the full Conference Brochure for further information on tracks, workshops, schedules, and more! Download your Conference Brochure!* Call UC-Davis at (530) 752-3905 for answers to any questions!
	Early Bird (Register before 6.22.12)	Register On or After 6.22.12
Full Conference (2 days)	$245.00	$295.00
Single Day (Sat. or Sun.)	$130.00	$170.00
Full Conference Webinar (both Tracks)	$195.00	$245.00
Single Day Webinar (Sat. or Sun.)	$100.00	$150.00
CPR Workshop	$50.00	$50.00
Catheterization	$50.00	$50.00

Hotel Discounts

A block of rooms has been reserved at discounted pricing at the hotels listed below. When making lodging reservations, mention you are attending the Vet Tech BTS Seminar. Be sure to make reservations early to receive the discounted rate!

Hyatt Place UC Davis
173 Old Davis Road Extension, Davis, CA 95616
(530) 756-9500
ucdavis.place.hyatt.com

Aggie Inn
245 1st Street, Davis, CA 95616
(530) 756-0352
www.stayanight.com/aggieinn

Hallmark Inn
110 F Street, Davis, CA 95616
(800) 753-0035, (530) 753-3600
www.hallmarkinn.com

Palm Court Hotel – Best Western
234 D Street, Davis, CA 95616
(530) 753-7100
www.stayanight.com/palmcourt

CaRVTA 2012 Annual Membership Meeting

The annual CaRVTA Membership Meeting is a fantastic opportunity to bring all our members together to learn about the Association's recent accomplishments and short- and long-term goals—and to give our members a chance to meet CaRVTA Board members in person and perhaps volunteer for a committee or two. Our lunch hour meeting also offers a good networking opportunity for members both new and pro.

Currently, we plan to hold our annual members' meeting during the Day One Lunch Break. Watch for more information and an agenda both here and in your membership e-newsletter!

What Attendees Think about the Back to School Conferences:

"It was outstanding in every respect!"

"I learned a great deal and enjoyed myself immensely!"

"The courses, course lengths and the sponsor exhibits were great!"

One sponsor commented, "The veterinary technicians valued the event because techs were . . . recognized for their increasingly strategic role in the success of veterinary practices."