Northern Michigan Veterinary Medical Association

01/18/2026

We had a great time this afternoon learning about CPR essentials! A BIG thank you to Moe Beckalic for sharing her knowledge and Bay Area Pet Hospital for sponsoring this event. We even had a surprise visitor who joined in on the fun and spread hugs to our participants!

12/23/2025

We are excited to be partnering again with Bay Area Pet Hospital and RECOVER certified instructor Moe Beckelic to offer another CPR wet lab next month.

Location: Williamsburg Animal Hospital (back room)
Date: Saturday, January 17th, 2026
Time: 1:00 pm arrival, 1:30-4:30 pm presentation and hands-on CPR training
Event description:

"Veterinary CPR Essentials Workshop

This hands-on workshop is designed for veterinary technicians and veterinary assistants to build confidence and competence in responding to cardiopulmonary emergencies in canine and feline patients. Participants will learn how to quickly recognize cardiopulmonary arrest and perform high-quality CPR as part of an effective veterinary healthcare team.

The workshop focuses on practical skills including patient assessment, chest compressions, ventilation techniques, airway support, monitoring during CPR, and team communication. Emphasis is placed on understanding individual roles during an emergency and providing efficient support under the direction of a veterinarian.

Ideal for support staff seeking focused, practical training, this workshop reinforces preparedness, teamwork, and rapid response to improve patient outcomes in emergency situations."

Lunch and refreshments will be provided.

This event is open to LVT's and Veterinary Assistants (limited to 20 attendees).
Preference will be given to those who did not attend this event last year.

RSVP to [email protected]
Include your full name, role, practice where you work and any dietary restrictions.

A maximum of 3 attendees per clinic will be accepted.

Hope to see you there!

11/07/2025

We have another exciting CE opportunity to share with you! Dr. Jennifer Zimmer, DACVO will be leading a discussion and wet lab on tonometry (alongside a delicious taco bar). Please see the attached invitation for more details. This event is limited to DVM's. RSVP to: [email protected]

10/10/2025

Our November CE dinner event details are listed below:

Topic: Cardiology and Felycin-CA1 (1 Hour RACE Approved CE) Sponsored by PRN Pharmacal

Place: North Peak Brewing Company 400 W Front St, Traverse City, MI 49684

When: Thursday, November 6th – Arrival 6pm, *Presentation starting at 6:30pm* (appetizers, dinner, and 2 beverages will be provided by PRN for all attending DVM's)

Presenters: Alyssa Pinkos, DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology) and PRN Professional Services Veterinarian (TBD)

RSVP: This event is limited to DVM's. Please RSVP directly to: [email protected] with your name, place of employment, email, and license number (all information is required to secure your spot).

See you soon!

09/25/2025

***This event is currently FULL***

Happy Fall! Our first CE event details are listed below:

Topic: Fact or Fiction? Canine Osteoarthritis Myths Debunked (1 Hour RACE Approved CE) Sponsored by Elanco

Place: North Peak Brewing Company 400 W Front St, Traverse City, MI 49684

When: Tuesday, October 28th – Arrival 6pm-6:30, Presentation starting at 7pm

Presenter: Tom Carey, DVM, DACVPM

RSVP: Emily Burns at [email protected] or call/text 989-941-5423

THIS EVENT IS OPEN TO ALL STAFF MEMBERS.

03/19/2025

You're invited to our next CE meeting on April 16th hosted by Zoeitis. See the invitation below for details.

RSVP using the QR code or email:
[email protected]
OR
[email protected]

RSVP by April 4th. Hope to see you there!

03/24/2023

Our first CE meeting of the spring will be on April 13th at The Parlor and is sponsored by Merck. See attached flyer for more details. RSVP by 4/6 to [email protected].
Due to seating constraints, attendance is limited to DVMs, PMs, and lead LVTs.

11/15/2022

We are happy to announce our next meeting! This virtual meeting on Ocular Wellness is graciously sponsored by Blue Pearl!

10/20/2022

We are happy to announce our second Fall meeting for the NMVMA. November 8, 7:00 pm at Sorrellina in Traverse City. RSVP is limited to 50 DVMS or LVTS.

10/08/2022

We are pleased to announce our upcoming meeting “Your Patients are Talking,Are you Listening? Creating a Pet Friendly Practice” sponsored by Ceva, on October 27 2022 6:30pm at the Parlor. Please use the following link to register. Capacity is capped at 50 people and is limited to DVMs. LVTs can come accompanied with a DVM if desired.

Additional Notes: Many patients that enter our clinics do so with great anxiety for many reasons. Travel and vet visits can cause stress for both pets and owners. In addition to being an impedance to a thorough physical exam, anxiety can lead to physical injury to patients and staff. What are the be...

05/04/2022

Reminder to RSVP by this Friday 5/6 for our May 11th meeting!

When: Wednesday, May 11th, 2022, 6:30 pm registration, 7:00 pm presentation
Where: The Parlor, 205 Lake Ave. Traverse City
What: “The IDEXX SNAP 4Dx Plus Test and Vector-Borne Diseases: What Comes after the Blue Dot?" presented by Jean Hudson, DVM and graciously sponsored by IDEXX

Please RSVP to Gretchen Mouland at:
[email protected]

This event is open to ALL veterinary staff. Hope to see you there!

09/24/2021

We are pleased to announce our November 11 meeting @ the Park Place @ 7 PM -

Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease:
A Matrix of Misunderstanding

Generously hosted by Zoetis!

Attendance is limited to 24 due to COVID RESTRICTIONS.

Please email [email protected] if you would like to save your spot!