Veterinary Orthopedic Society News
January 2015 - In This Issue:
Sun Valley Lodge. Photo courtesy of Sun Valley Resort.

Happy New Year!

The VOS 2015 conference is now less than two months away. We hope you will be joining us February 28-March 7 in the spectacular location of Sun Valley, Idaho!

If you haven't registered yet, use the links below to register and make your travel plans. The VOS conference offers great opportunities for professional development, networking with colleagues, and time for fun and relaxation in the midst of beautiful scenery - all items that most likely are on your list of New Year's resolutions! We've also included some suggestions of things to do in Sun Valley - for both skiiers and non-skiiers alike.

We are pleased to announce that we have added a Kids Pizza Party for the junior members of our group. This party will be held on Wednesday, March 4 from 7-10:30 p.m. during Foundation Night, and all kids ages 4 and up are welcome. Please see the article below and our flyer for more details.

Please be sure to check out our conference schedule below and see the updated list of all the sponsors and exhibitors. If you are thinking about sponsorship but haven't jumped on board yet, please contact Randy Basinger or Janet Van Dyke about available opportunities.

Make your plans now, and join us for VOS 2015 in Sun Valley!

Mike Karlin

Communication Chair

Photo courtesy of Sun Valley Resort
IT'S NOT TOO LATE TO REGISTER FOR VOS 2015! 
registerRegistration is still open for the next Veterinary Orthopedic Society conference, to be held February 28 to March 7, 2015, at the Sun Valley Inn in Sun Valley, Idaho. 

Register for VOS 2015 Conference

We have also opened reservations for lodging, airfare, lift tickets and other transportation needs. To receive discounted registration, you must secure your lodging with Penny Smith of Ski.com.

Make lodging and travel reservations

For questions or travel reservations, contact Penny Smith of Rocky Mountain Tours, a division of Ski.com, at penny.smith@ski.com or 800-525-7547, ext. 3420.
Photo courtesy of Sun Valley Resort
VOS 2015
CONFERENCE SPONSORS AND EXHIBITORS 
sponsorsA big thank you to our sponsors and exhibitors for supporting VOS!

GOLD SPONSORS

Arthrex, Inc. 

Depuy Synthes 

Elanco 

New Generation Devices 

Nexvet

 

GOLD CONSORTIUM - 

Partners in Veterinary Therapeutics 

   Canine Rehabilitation Institute 

   Game Ready 

   OrthoPets 

   Pulse Vet 

   Respond Systems 

 

SILVER SPONSORS

BioMedtrix 

Everost Inc  

Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc. 

KYON 

 

BRONZE SPONSORS

AO North America 

Epica Medical Innovations 

IMEX Veterinary, Inc 

Intrauma  

 Nestle Purina PetCare  

Securos 

SpectraVet Phototherapeutics 

Vet-Inc 

Veterinary Instrumentation 

Veterinary Transplant Services 

Zoetis 

 

ENDOWED MARK BLOOMBERG RESIDENT RESEARCH AWARDS

AO Vet North America 

Merial 

New Generation Devices 

Orthomed 

Securos 

VOS Past Presidents

 

EXHIBITORS

Aratana Therapeutics 

ArthroDynamic Technologies  

Asteris Inc  

Biovision Veterinary Endoscopy, LLC 

Covidien 

Dechra Veterinary Products 

Handicapped Pets, Inc 

Jorgensen Laboratories 

Nutramax Laboratories Veterinary Sciences, Inc 

Orthomed NA 

Orthoview Vet-Meridian Technique Ltd 

SCIL Animal Care Company 

SONTEC Instruments 

Sound-Eklin 

Tekscan 

Vet Books Success Concepts

Veterinary Orthopedic Implants 


Exhibit space is currently sold out, but VOS is maintaining a waiting list in case of any changes. Please contact Dr. Janet Van Dyke for exhibits (
janetvandyke@me.com) or Dr. Randy Basinger for sponsorship (vetsurgdoc@gmail.com).

All exhibitors and sponsors should have received an email with logistics and shipping information for the conference. If you did not receive it, please contact Dr. Janet Van Dyke at
VOS OFFICERS AND BOARD OF DIRECTORS:
2014-15

Kenneth Bruecker

President

 

Mike Kowaleski

Past President

 

Steve Petersen

President Elect

 

R. Mark Daye

Treasurer

 

W. Michael Karlin

Communication

 

Randy Basinger

Advertising / Publicity Sponsor Chair

 

Andy Bathe

Scientific Program

 

Reunan Guillou

Scientific Program, Assistant Chair

 

Laurent Guiot

Awards

 

Derek Fox

Research

 

Janet Van Dyke

Exhibit Chair, Advertising / Publicity / Sponsor Co-Chair

 

Chris Horstman

Director, Education Foundation

 

John Chandler

Assistant Director, Education Foundation 

 

Maralyn R. Probst

Executive Secretary

 

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VOS SPONSORS KIDS PIZZA PARTY!
Young downhill skiierpizzapartyVOS is pleased to announce the addition of a Kids Pizza Party on Wednesday, March 4 from 7-10:30 p.m., during Foundation Night.

VOS will provide supervision, food and entertainment for kids ages 4 and up.

For more information, please view the Kids Pizza Party flyer or email Rich Evans
Photo courtesy of Sun Valley Resort
MAKE PLANS TO ENJOY SUN VALLEY'S ACTIVITIES 

sunvalleyactivitiesSun Valley offers a great assortment of activities for skiiers and non-skiiers alike. Here's a sampling of the activities to choose from. Be sure to make time to explore! 

 

For outdoor enthusiasts:

  • Downhill skiing and snowboarding

  • Cross-country skiing and snow-shoeing 

  • Ice skating at an outdoor Olympic-class rink

  • Sleigh rides 

  • Tubing

  • SnowSports School

 

For art and culture lovers: 

  • Art galleries

  • Museums

  • A diverse assortment of boutiques and shops

  • Spas and salons

  • Sun Valley Film Festival (March 4-8, 2015)

  • World-class restaurants and cozy bars 

 

For more information, please visit: 

 

Sun Valley - Ski.com 

 

Things to Do - SunValley.com 

 

Sun Valley Film Festival 

 

Sun Valley Center for the Arts 

 

 

Photo courtesy of Sun Valley Resort
VOS ANNOUNCES 2015 CONFERENCE SCHEDULE
scheduleThe VOS board of directors is pleased to announce the 2015 conference schedule. Please note that that there will be presentations each morning and afternoon through Friday, March 6.

Please check the Conference Schedule page on the VOS website for any updates.

Note: Schedule is tentative.

 

Saturday, February 28, 2015
8-10 p.m. Registration/Welcome Reception

Sunday, March 1, 2015
9 a.m.-3 p.m. Exhibitor Setup
3:30-6 p.m. Scientific Session: Forelimb Orthopedics
Moderator: Ken Bruecker
6 Abstracts
6-7 p.m. Jacques Jenny Lecture by
Roy D. Altman, MD
7-9 p.m. Exhibitor Showcase
Hors d'oeuvres and Cash Bar

Monday, March 2, 2015
7-9 a.m. Scientific Session: Hindlimb Orthopedics
Moderator: Laurent Guiot
5 Abstracts
4-6 p.m. Scientific Session: Regenerative Medicine and Osteoarthritis
Moderator: Reunan Guillou
5 Abstracts
6-7 p.m. Jacques Jenny Lecture 2

Tuesday, March 3, 2015
7-9 a.m. Scientific Session: Hindlimb Orthopedics 2
Moderator: Steve Peterson
5 Abstracts
4-6 p.m. Scientific Session: Equine Orthopedics
Moderator: Jose Garcia Lopez
6 Abstracts
6-7 p.m. Jacques Jenny Lecture 3

Wednesday, March 4, 2015
7-9 a.m. Scientific Session: Bloomberg Award Presentations
Moderator: Andy Bathe
10:30 a.m. Ski Race
12 noon Picnic
4-6 p.m. Scientific Session: Hindlimb Orthopedics 3
Moderator: Mike Kowaleski
5 Abstracts
6-7 p.m. Jacques Jenny Lecture 4
7-10:30 p.m. NEW! Kids Pizza Party (view flyer)
7-11 p.m. Foundation Night with Poster Session, Food and Cash Bar, Silent Auction and Comedian

Thursday, March 5, 2015
7-9 a.m. Scientific Session: Radiology
Moderator: Alex Valdes
9 a.m.-12 noon Exhibitor Teardown
4-5:30 p.m. Membership Meeting
6:30-11 p.m. Cocktails/Banquet

Friday, March 6, 2015
7-9 a.m. Scientific Session: American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation
Moderator: Janet Van Dyke
6 Abstracts
4-6 p.m. Scientific Session: American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation
Moderator: Janet Van Dyke
5 Abstracts

 

Register now to attend this great VOS conference!
VOS 2015 CONFERENCE NOW INCLUDES A FULL DAY ON FRIDAY, MARCH 6
fridayWe would like to announce that there will be presentations at the VOS 2015 conference each morning and afternoon through Friday, March 6. Our previous mailing indicated that there would be no presentations on Friday afternoon. We want to be sure that everyone is aware of this as they make their travel and housing plans.

Be sure to mark your calendar for what promises to be a great VOS conference!
Photo courtesy of Sun Valley Resort

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