Lunch 'n' Learn

Lunch 'n' Learn sessions were developed in 2013 as a way to help busy MVMA members obtain CE credits without having to leave work. Lunch 'n' Learns are open to all veterinary professionals! These one-hour sessions are held on the second Tuesday of each month from 12–1 p.m. (central). Attendees receive 1 interactive CE credit.

Pricing: 
MVMA Members: FREE
Non-Member MN Licensed Veterinarian: $45/per session
CVTs, VTs, VAs: $20/per session
Non-MN Licensed Veterinarian: $20/per session

WebEx software is used to conduct the online Lunch 'n' Learn series. Join a test meeting now to ensure your device is set up properly. 

LUNCH 'N' LEARN SCHEDULE

Tuesday, March 11: Money Matters: Let's Talk About What Vet School Didn't Teach You About Your Personal & Practice Financials
Tristyn Gies, Regional Business Development Officer, Veterinary Division, Bank of America Practice Solutions

Ever wondered what in the world banks are doing in Animal Health? They seem to pop out of every corner! The secret’s out and the veterinary industry is quickly becoming one of the most pursued fields by financial intuitions. Aside from the overwhelming love and need that our pets provide, veterinarians are highly sought after due to the stability and a “recession-proof” industry. What does that mean for you as a provider? Join Bank of America veterinary-banking specialist, Tristyn Gies, as she walks through the financial implications of practice ownership, why your money matters, and what you didn’t learn in school. Whether you’re thinking about practice ownership or already own a practice, all are welcome and encouraged to apply as we continue to break down barriers and eliminate some of the fear and stress associated with practice financials.

Hi, I’m Tristyn! I’m your Midwest veterinary banking partner. I work for Bank of America Practice Solutions, a boutique department of BOFA that focuses exclusively on private healthcare and works to champion and rally behind private practice ownership. My role is to provide custom financing solutions for every aspiring and current practice owners for the majority of their big financial needs. I’ve been with BOFA since 2020 and have worked with over 100 healthcare clients. While the bank has been lending for over 25 years in this space, I believe in data, accessible education and creating a smart, supportive network to make sure all my clients and partners feel equipped and empowered to pursue their dreams.

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Tuesday, April 8 - The Power of Four: Introducing Credelio Quattro
Matt Eberts, Regional Consulting Veterinarian for Companion Animals, Elanco

Matt Eberts D.V.M. is an Elanco regional consulting veterinarian for companion animals. He received his D.V.M. in 1999 from Ohio State University and completed an internship at the University of Minnesota Veterinary Teaching Hospital. After the internship, he moved to Brainerd, Minnesota to work at Lakeland Veterinary Hospital, becoming medical director and co-owner. The north woods of Minnesota is a hotspot of tick infections and managing tick-transmitted disease is a pillar of practice. Matt became involved in research regarding managing and diagnosing tick-borne infections, leading to multiple publications and academic presentations. He joined the team at Elanco Animal Health in 2016.

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Tuesday, May 13 - Principles of Pet Bird Sedation and Anesthesia
Andrew Bean, DVM, MPH, CPH, DABVP (Exotic Companion Mammal Practice), Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota

Sedation and anesthesia of birds has historically been an anxiety-provoking endeavor, among veterinarians and owners alike. More recent practice has shown sedation to blunt the negative effects of stress and allow better examination and diagnostic testing without posing a high risk to the patient. Anesthesia in birds has also improved, resulting in lower patient morbidity and mortality. This presentation will cover current practices for sedating and anesthetizing commonly kept pet bird species.

Dr. Andrew Bean was born and raised in Minneapolis, Minnesota. After completing a Bachelor of Arts in music at Carleton College in Northfield, Minnesota, he embarked upon a short-lived career as a professional musician before becoming enamored with veterinary medicine. Dr. Bean received his DVM from the University of Minnesota, and completed a small and exotic animal rotating internship at Valley Animal Hospital in Tucson, AZ. He spent a year in general practice in San Diego before moving to the Hampton Roads, VA, to train as a specialist under Peter Fisher, DVM, DABVP (Exotic Companion Mammal Practice) at Pet Care Veterinary Hospital. After six years in Norfolk/Virginia Beach, he and his family returned home to the Twin Cities, Minnesota, where Dr. Bean founded the Avian & Exotic Medicine Department at Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota, the first exotics specialty service in the state. In 2022, he founded a residency program in avian and exotic medicine, again the first of its kind in the state. Dr. Bean is also an Adjunct Professor at the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine, where he instructs students in avian and exotic medicine and surgery. 

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Tuesday, June 10 - Nutritional Management of Canine Cognitive Dysfunction and Degenerative Joint Disease
Abby Soderberg, Professional Consulting Veterinarian, Upper Midwest, Hill's Pet Nutrition

Learn about Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome (CDS) and Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD) and the impact these disease processes can have on our pets. This presentation provides clinical signs, tips for diagnosing, and touches on potential treatment modalities. This presentation also discusses numerous research studies and the insights gained from results. Learn how early intervention and nutrition can help improve the lives of aging pets!

Dr. Abby Soderberg earned her BS in Animal Science from the University of Minnesota Twin Cities and her DVM from the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine. After graduation, Dr. Soderberg worked in small animal private practice for 5 years in Zimmerman, MN before taking on the role of professional consulting veterinarian for the upper midwest with Hill's Pet Nutrition in 2023. She is excited to use her experience in private practice and the Hill's mission to transform the lives of pets through nutrition. Outside of work, Dr. Soderberg enjoys traveling, reading, cross stitching, and trying new craft beers.

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