Gervasi Vineyard Vet CE Conference 2026

July 26, 2026 , Renal Disease & Nutrition for Enteropathies, Renal Disease and Obesity

Villa Grande Ballaria Sophia Ballroom, Gervasi Vineyard, Canton, Ohio

About

Renal Disease & Nutrition for Enteropathies, Renal Disease and Obesity

Registration includes 6 hours of RACE and NYSED-approved topics in Internal Medicine and Nutrition, printed notes, and lunch (wine and dessert included).

Speakers
Nutrition: Valerie J. Parker, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM, Nutrition) (Valerie Parker | College of Veterinary Medicine)

Internal Medicine: Julie K. Byron DVM, MS, DACVIM (SAIM) (Julie Byron | College of Veterinary Medicine)

Conference Schedule & Topics

8:30 am – 9 am: Registration (printed notes provided)

9 am – 12 pm: Urinary/Renal Disease lectures – Dr. Julie Byron

  • 9:00a am- 9:50 am: Update on Feline and Canine Urolithiasis
  • 9:50 am- 10:45 am: Management of Urinary Tract Infections – Current Recommendations
  • 11:00 am – 12:00 pm: Update on Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Management in Dogs and Cats

12:30 pm – 4 pm: Nutrition lectures – Dr. Valerie Parker

  • 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm: Nutritional Management of the Comorbid Kidney Disease Patient
  • 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm: Obesity Prevention & Management
  • 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm: Nutritional Management of Chronic Enteropathy – more than ingredients

Food Menus

12:00 pm – 12:30 pm: Lunch for registered conference attendees only

  • Garden Salad (v/gf/df) with Mixed Greens, Tomatoes, Cucumbers, Green Peppers, Champagne Vinaigrette
  • Italian Turkey Wrap (df) with Red Onion, Spinach, Roasted Tomato Relish, Aioli
  • Steak Caesar Wrap
  • Chips

1:30 pm – 2:00 pm: Dessert & Wine for registered conference attendees only

  • Tiramisu Shooters (v/gf)
  • Berry Cobbler Shooters (v/df)
  • Chocolate Brownie with Peanut Butter Mousse (v/gf)
  • Luccello White & Brunello Red Wine Offerings

Where to Stay

Registration does not require or include lodging. There is no room block affiliated with any hotel for this conference.

On-Site and Nearby Lodging Options:

Date

July 26, 2026

Registration includes 6 hours of RACE and NYSED-approved topics in Internal Medicine and Nutrition, printed notes, and lunch (wine and dessert included).

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Pricing Options

$399 (USD)

DVM/VMD Cost

$349 (USD)

Tech Cost with code SUMMER

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We kindly thank our sponsor, Hill’s Pet Nutrition!

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What Gervasi Vineyard Has to Offer

Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa is set on a beautifully landscaped 55-acre estate. It’s a complete escape to a Tuscan-inspired oasis right here in Ohio. What truly sets a visit at Gervasi apart is the variety of on-site experiences that make every moment feel curated and unique. Spend the day sampling handcrafted wines with tours or tastings, dining at excellent restaurants, and exploring the gardens, bocce courts, and vineyard paths. You can relax with a spa treatment, sip handcrafted spirits at lounge spots like The Still House at Gervasi Vineyard, or join in seasonal events and live music — all without leaving the property. From culinary delights and award-winning wines to tranquil spaces made for rest and connection, Gervasi Vineyard turns a simple stay into a getaway you’ll want to revisit.

Where to Stay

Registration does not require or include lodging. There is no room block affiliated with any hotel for this conference.

On-Site and Nearby Lodging Options:

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