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Lunch 'n' LearnLunch 'n' Learn sessions help busy MVMA members and non-members obtain CE credits without having to leave work and 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: 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 SCHEDULETuesday, June 9-Angus' Angst: Nutritional Management of Canine Allergic Skin Disease We will explore a case-based approach to managing environmental and food allergies in dogs. Specifically, you will learn about the most common sources of allergens, recommended diagnostics, and available treatment options. There will be a focus on nutritional management using hydrolyzed or limited-ingredient foods for food allergies, as well as specific nutritional strategies for canine atopic dermatitis.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTERTuesday, July 14-Harmful Algal Blooms in Minnesota Kelley Vilen is an experienced epidemiologist with the Waterborne Diseases Unit at the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH), where she conducts public health surveillance and leads outbreak investigations, including human and animal illness associated with harmful algal blooms. She has a background in science education and received her MPH from the University of Minnesota. Since joining MDH in 2017, Kelley has also worked with the Zoonotic and Foodborne Diseases Units, and spent several years during Minnesota’s COVID-19 response co-leading an outbreak detection team and serving as a subject matter expert for case investigation and external partners. Click here to register
Tuesday, August 11-The Next-Generation of Treatment for Allergic Dermatitis Dr. Raeana (Rae) Rice graduated from the University of Minnesota in 2012 and worked as a general practitioner and practice manager for 10 years at the Stillwater Veterinary Clinic but decided to pursue a career in industry following the birth of her daughter in 2022. She supported veterinary schools on behalf of Hill’s Pet Nutrition for 3 years as an Academic Affairs Manager and is thrilled to have joined Merck as a Professional Services Veterinarian in November of 2025. Tuesday, September 8-Nutrition for Backyard Poultry: From Basics to Best Practices In this presentation, you will build a basis for understanding animal feeds commonly used by keepers of backyard poultry. This includes highlighting what feeds are available in the market, how to gather insights from the feed tags, and the nutritional objective of each feed. We then will discuss animal specific feeding recommendations and how commercial feeds relate to nutrient requirements and performance of poultry. Lastly, the intersection of health and nutrition will be examined as it pertains to deficiency symptoms, use of nutrition to improve health outcomes, and trends we see keepers adopting for their backyard poultry.
Tuesday, October 13-Weight Cannot Wait This session explores the pet obesity epidemic and its impact on the health and longevity of pets. We will discuss helpful tips for communicating weight loss with clients. Attendees will also learn how to score Body Fat Index (BFI) and determine ideal body weight using the BFI chart, and then use these tools to create nutritional weight loss plans for their patients.
Tuesday, November 10-Are Your Benefits Keeping Pace? How Veterinary Practices Can Benchmark Smarter, Not Harder Rising healthcare costs and tight margins make employee benefits decisions harder than ever—especially for veterinary practices. Are you offering competitive benefits that attract and retain staff, or are you overpaying without realizing it? In this MVMA Lunch and Learn, we’ll break down how benchmarking your group health plan against similar veterinary clinics can provide clarity and confidence in your benefits strategy. Using real market data—not guesswork—we’ll show how practices can evaluate plan costs, design, and employer contributions to make informed, cost‑effective decisions.
Adam Yanik is a Benefits Advisor at Dyste Williams/Gallagher, with over three years of experience in the employee benefits industry serving small and mid‑sized employers. He is a graduate of the University of St. Thomas, where he earned a degree in Finance, and he brings a strong analytical and consultative approach to benefits strategy. Adam is a new member of the Dyste Williams/Gallagher family and focuses on helping employers design competitive, cost‑effective benefits that support both their business goals and their employees. Tuesday, December 8-Investments Tuesday, January 12 Tuesday, February 9 Tuesday, March 9 Tuesday, April 13 Tuesday, May 11-Mental Health Tuesday, June 8 Tuesday, July 13 |
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 five years in Zimmerman, MN, before transitioning to her current role as a Professional Consulting Veterinarian for the Upper Midwest with Hill's Pet Nutrition. She is eager to apply her private practice experience to the Hill's mission of transforming pet lives through nutrition. Outside of work, Dr. Soderberg enjoys traveling, reading, and trying new craft beers.
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