Veterinary Symposium

Become an Animal Compounding Expert

CE Eligible

May 1-2, 2025 | San Antonio Zoo | San Antonio, Texas

 Conferences & Symposiums

 

 

Summary

Join Us at This Year's Veterinary Symposium for Pharmacists and Technicians at the San Antonio Zoo!

Dive into an unforgettable educational experience designed to equip you with the knowledge and confidence to collaborate with veterinarians and address domestic and exotic animal health challenges. Explore the latest in animal disease states and therapeutic options while engaging directly with veterinarians and pharmacists in interactive animal encounters, behind-the-scenes zoo tours and more.

The Most Fun Way to Earn Your Certified Master* in Veterinary Medicine!

Learn, connect and grow — while hippos steal the show! Enter to win 1 of 5 spots available to feed the San Antonio hippos at our Veterinary Symposium. Just register for this event and complete the new PCCA Master Course: Veterinary by April 24, 2025 to earn your PCCA Certified Master in Veterinary Medicine and qualify for the drawing to win this special prize.

This year's event takes place at the San Antonio Zoo with covetable accommodations along the scenic San Antonio Riverwalk. Discover insights on the most frequently requested species-specific care, compounding techniques and innovative marketing strategies for your veterinary compounding practice — all while connecting with peers who share your passion for animal health and growing a thriving business.

Space is limited to ensure a personalized VIP experience, so secure your spot now and take your practice to the next level!

 
 

Pricing

Early Bird Thru March 30 Regular Price After March 30
$1,595 Per Registrant $1,895 Per Registrant
 
 

Agenda

Thursday, May 1 Central Time
8:00 AM Depart Hotel
8:45 AM Opening Announcements & Welcome
9:00 AM The Truth About Dogs and Cats: Introduction to Common Medical Conditions (CE) – Brad Minson, DVM
10:15 AM Break
10:30 AM Compounding Opportunities for Canines (CE) – Chris Simmons, RPh
11:00 AM Compounding Opportunities for Felines (CE) – Katy Hecker, PharmD
11:30 AM Lunch and Feed the Hippos
12:30 PM More Than Skin Deep: Reptilian and Amphibian Disease States and Treatment Options (CE) – Brad Minson, DVM
1:45 PM Break/Transition/Announcements
2:15 PM Animal Ambassador Group Session
3:30 PM Enjoy the Zoo – Explore all the exhibits the zoo has to offer with your colleagues!
5:00 PM Depart Zoo
Friday, May 2 Central Time
8:00 AM Depart Hotel
8:45 AM Opening Announcements & Welcome
9:00 AM Compounding Opportunities for Avian (CE) – Chris Simmons, RPh
9:30 AM Top Ten Veterinary Calls (CE) – Katy Hecker, PharmD
10:00 AM Break
10:15 AM “Severe Disease Is Not a Death Sentence”: Unique Equine Considerations (CE) – Kyle Grogger, DVM
11:45 AM Lunch
12:30 PM Compounding Opportunities for Equine (CE) – Chris Simmons, RPh
1:00 PM “Fireside Chat”: Interesting Cases and Q&A (CE) – Chris Simmons, RPh; Katy Hecker, PharmD; Brad Minson, DVM; Kyle Grogger, DVM
2:00 PM Break/Transition/Closing Announcements
2:30 PM Group Activity: Giraffe Feeding
3:00 PM Enjoy the Zoo – Explore all the exhibits the zoo has to offer with your colleagues!
5:00 PM Depart Zoo
 
 

Speakers

 

Kyle Grogger, DVM

 

Brad Minson, DVM

 

Chris Simmons, RPh
PCCA Vice President of Creative Development

 

Katy Hecker, PharmD
PCCA Clinical Compounding Pharmacist

 
 

Accommodations

Hyatt Place San Antonio/Riverwalk
601 S. St Mary's St.
San Antonio, Texas 78205, USA
210.227.6854

Click the link below to book your reservation online or call 1.888.478.8952 to book via phone using the room block code: G-PCCA

Book Online before March 30, 2025.

PCCA Rate:$175/night

Please be sure to make your hotel reservation before the above cutoff date. After this deadline, room rates will increase and rooms may not be available.

Attendees are responsible for roundtrip transportation to/from the airport. PCCA will provide transportation to/from the hotel and the San Antonio Zoo each day of the event.

No available classes at this time

 

*The Certified Master award is an internal designation provided by PCCA. It does not denote a board certification or certification by a licensed health care body. Pharmacists and practitioners are eligible for the Certified Master designation.

BILLING AND CANCELLATION POLICY
Credit cards will be billed immediately. Full refunds available through Friday, April 17, 2025. No refunds will be provided after April 17 for event cancellations.

MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE
PCCA takes great pride in developing the highest quality educational programs and providing top-notch networking and sharing opportunities at our events. More than 98 percent of all attendees give our programs an “A” grade, so we’re confident that you will benefit from program content as well as the helpfulness of PCCA staff at every event. However, we want to back this up with more than just words. So, our policy is to provide you with a full refund of the purchase price of the program if it hasn’t met your educational goals.

If you are unsatisfied with our education content, your refund must be requested within 14 days of the completion of the program. To request a refund, email education@pccarx.com and include the attendee name, email address, phone number, program attended and a detailed explanation of why a refund is being requested. All refunds will be issued according to the original payment method.