Program
The 2026 ACVIM Forum features a robust schedule of high quality, specialist-level sessions led by expert speakers from across the globe.
Explore in-depth education across cardiology, large animal internal medicine, neurology, nutrition, oncology, and small animal internal medicine, along with multispecialty topics including business, leadership and communications, education and research, wellbeing, and more.
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Events & Networking
At the ACVIM Forum, ideas turn into breakthroughs, conversations spark collaboration, and every voice helps shape the future of veterinary specialty medicine. From educational sessions to dynamic networking events, take advantage of meaningful opportunities to engage with experts and connect with like-minded professionals across the veterinary community.
Attend sessions in the ACVIM specialties and beyond, designed for veterinary technicians and presented by expert speakers. The Academy of Internal Medicine Veterinary Technicians (AIMVT) educational program offers veterinary technicians the opportunity to enhance their knowledge through expert-led workshops and interactive sessions, exploring the latest research and advancements in veterinary medicine. Specialty medicine grows stronger when we grow together!
Research Focus Lectures
Research Report – These lectures are 25-minute presentations comprised of new findings and cutting-edge research in veterinary medicine.
Research Abstract – These lectures are 15-minute oral or poster presentations comprised of new findings and cutting-edge research in veterinary medicine.
Research Exchange – Short, interactive research presentations and networking amongst Academic and Private Practice Specialists.
Scientific Sessions
Scientific Sessions – These sessions provide an extensive, critical, up-to-date overview of a topic that is directly or indirectly applicable to veterinary internal medicine.
State-of-the-Art (SOTA) Sessions – Sessions delivered by speakers who are recognized as experts in their field of study or topic areas.
Panel Discussions – A group of experts discuss a topic from varying perspectives and elicit audience questions.
Workshops – Courses that demonstrate the practical application of skills and principles using animal models, videotapes, or slides and/or one that encourages free discussion or exchange of ideas.
Hands-on Labs – Small group dry labs offer limited hands-on, skill-based experiences.
Industry Sessions – Educational sessions presented by the ACVIM Industry Partners with information about veterinary products and services impacting the industry.
Knowledge Corners – Quick learning sessions in the Exhibit Hall for all conference attendees.
Lunch with the Experts – Lunch-time sessions that offer a limited attendee size focusing on in-depth discussion with experts on the topic
Special Interest Groups – Meetings with fellow attendees with a common interest in the veterinary field.
Wellbeing Zone Sessions – Short presentations focused on mental wellbeing and helpful tools, for all conference attendees.
Virtual Sessions
Livestream – A live broadcast for virtual attendees in conjunction with the in-person offerings.
On Demand – Pre-recorded sessions to be played at any time.
Live Virtual – Virtual sessions offered at a specific time on a specific day.