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The CVMA’s 2026 Large Animal Medicine Seminar will be held at the Tenaya Lodge at Yosemite. This stunning mountain resort is located in Fish Camp near Yosemite National Park’s South Gate entrance. Start your days by earning CE in morning sessions and then spend your afternoons hiking, relaxing in the spa, exploring Mariposa Grove’s giant sequoias and enjoying the wonders of Yosemite National Park. The 2026 Large Animal Medicine Seminar is an in-person-only event.
Veterinarians, RVTs, and CVMA CVAs can earn 12 CE units. Attendees will have the opportunity to deepen their expertise across a range of large animal topics, connect and network with colleagues from around the country, and participate in a town hall–style discussion addressing current challenges and trends in the field. Split into two concurrent tracks—equine and food animal—plus one day of large animal general sessions, attendees will strengthen their knowledge on swine, cows, equine, small ruminants, regulations, and more.
April 10-12, 2026
Early registration from November 17, 2025 to February 10, 2026
Dr. Nick Huggons earned his DVM degree from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan in Canada. He went on to complete an equine specialty internship at San Luis Rey Equine Hospital (SLREH), followed by an intense, three-year equine surgical residency at the UC Davis.
Dr. Sarah Depenbrock is an associate professor of clinical livestock medicine and surgery at the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Depenbrock completed her DVM degree at UC Davis, and her residency in livestock medicine and surgery as well as her master’s degree in veterinary clinical sciences at the Ohio State University.
Dr. Liz Cox, a California native and 2009 UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine graduate, leads the Animal Care Program for the California Department of Food and Agriculture, combining her passions for animal welfare and sustainable agriculture. Her career spans private dairy practice, roles with Merck and Land O’Lakes, and extensive professional leadership.
Dr. Grant Miller serves as the Director of Regulatory Affairs for the California Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA), where he assists California veterinary professionals with compliance issues and regulatory matters involving various local, state, and federal agencies.
Dr. Grace VanHoy is a clinical assistant professor in the livestock medicine and surgery service at UC Davis. She received her DVM degree from Ohio State University, after which she completed an internship and residency in farm animal medicine and surgery while completing a master’s degree with an emphasis in veterinary parasitology.
Dr. K. Gary Magdesian the Roberta A. and Carla Henry Endowed Chair in emergency medicine and critical care at UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. He serves as chief of equine neonatology and critical care in the William R. Pritchard Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital in Davis, California.
| CVMA Members | Non-Members |
|---|---|
| Veterinarians $375 RVT/Veterinary Staff $235 Students $120 | Veterinarians $490 RVT/Veterinary Staff $280 Students $165 |
| CVMA Members | Non-Members |
|---|---|
| Veterinarians $425 RVT/Veterinary Staff $285 Students $170 | Veterinarians $540 RVT/Veterinary Staff $330 Students $215 |
On-site registration will be available the morning of the event for in-person attendees only. A $50 surcharge will apply.
A printed syllabus can be purchased for $15.
CVMA members receive a discount on registration fees. If you are not a member, join now to take advantage of this and many other member benefits.
Questions? Contact the CVMA at 916.649.0599 or via email at staff@cvma.net.
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