New York Vet CE Conference 2025
December 13-15, 2025 Behavioral Medicine, Hospice and Palliative Care
Hilton New York Fashion District, only 400 feet from our conference venue at the New York City Seminar Center.
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Behavioral Medicine, Hospice and Palliative Care
15 hours of approved Continuing Education (CE) credits fully accredited through the New York State Education Department (NYSED) and AAVSB’s Registry of Approved Continuing Education (RACE).
Speakers
Behavioral Medicine: Dr. Meghan Herron, DVM, DACVB (https://gigis.org/meet-your-trainers)
Hospice/Palliative Lectures:
- Dr. Tyler Carmack, DVM, CVA, CVFT, CHPV, CTPEP (https://caringpathways.com/meet-our-team/dr-tyler-carmack-director-of-hospice-and-palliative-care/)
- Coleen Ellis, CT, CPLP (www.linkedin.com/in/coleen-ellis)
Conference Schedule & Topics
Saturday, December 13th
Registration 12:30 – 1:00 pm, printed notes provided at the time of check in
1 – 2 pm It’s Not Just Another Two O’clock Euthanasia
2 – 3 pm Making the “Comfort” Room Truly Comforting & Experiential
3 – 4 pm Unwanted but Normal Feline Behaviors
4 – 5 pm Feline Elimination Problems
5 – 6 pm Essential Strategies in Hospice and Palliative Veterinary Medicine
6 – 8 pm Complimentary welcome reception (includes full dinner and open bar for attendees and their guests)
Sunday, December 14th
7 – 8 am Breakfast (complimentary for attendees only)
8 – 9 am Understanding Canine Aggression Concepts
9 – 10 am Canine Aggression Case Examples
10 – 11 am Puppy Socialization or Infectious Disease Prevention – We CAN Have Both!
11 am – 12 pm Unraveling Frailty Syndrome: A Clinical Compass for Managing the Aging Patient
12 – 1 pm Translating Quality of Life: Tools to Guide Clients Through the Toughest Decisions
Monday, December 15th
7 – 8 am Breakfast (complimentary for attendees only)
8 – 9 am Canine and Feline Psychopharmacology Part 1 – Daily Meds
9 – 10 am Canine and Feline Psychopharmacology Part 2 – Event and Combination Meds
10 – 11 am Chemical Restraint and Handling for Difficult Dogs in the Veterinary Clinic
11 am – 12 pm Comfort First: Evolving Strategies for Pain Management in Hospice and Palliative Care
12 – 1pm Ketamine in Comfort Care: Case Studies in Veterinary Hospice and Palliative Medicine
hotel registration
Book your accommodations now!
Date
December 13-15, 2025
This conference is an excellent opportunity to expand your practical knowledge of behavioral medicine and pharmaceutical interventions, palliative and hospice care while experiencing the holiday spirit of The Big Apple! Our half-day seminars allow you to bring your family along and schedule events to take advantage of the magic of the season.
Pricing Options
$995
DVM/VMD Cost
$895
Tech Cost with code TECHNYC
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What New York Has to Offer
Hilton New York Fashion District
Nestled in the vibrant heart of Chelsea, the Hilton New York Fashion District is only 400 feet from our conference venue at the New York City Seminar Center.
With an exclusive room block offering 50% off the standard rate for this time of year, this hotel is an ideal choice for guests wanting to immerse themselves in the city’s energy.
Conveniently located just a short walk from Penn Station and steps away from a subway stop, the Hilton and our conference location are unbeatable. The hotel features a restaurant, jazz bar and rooftop patio (enclosed in the winter). It also offers concierge services including theater/ticket assistance, and a private driveway for car service – perfect for exploring Times Square and other iconic New York city attractions.
- https://www.hilton.com/en/attend-my-event/vetquest-hiltonfashiondistrict/
- https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/nycfdhf-hilton-new-york-fashion-district/
- https://nycseminarcenter.com/visit/
Attractions for the time of the year:
- https://www.macys.com/s/holiday-celebrations/nyc/?lid=holidaycelebrations_cta-nyc
- https://www.dykerheightschristmaslights.com/
- https://www.rockettes.com/christmas/
- https://bryantpark.org/activities/holiday-shops
- https://www.rockefellercenter.com/attractions/the-rink-at-rockefeller-center/
Book your accommodations with our exclusive discounted room rates (limited availability – book early!)
- To book online, please visit: https://www.hilton.com/
en/attend-my-event/vetquest- hiltonfashiondistrict/ - To book by phone, please contact the Hilton’s dedicated Reservations Center which is open 24-hours, 1-800-515-4050, press 1 for Reservations and provide them with the Group Code: 901 for the Hilton Fashion District, VetQuest event.
- Please contact us at vetquestce@gmail.com with any questions.
