SCHEDULE OVERVIEW
Get ready for 3.5 days of immersive, expert-led content! Each day features a focused theme designed to deliver in-depth, clinically relevant insights into some of the most challenging conditions in lower urinary tract medicine.
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Sunday, March 8, 2026
Day 1: "UC" What I See – A Day of Urothelial Carcinoma
A full-day deep dive into urothelial carcinoma, covering diagnostics, treatment approaches, and current research in both canine and feline patients.
| TIME | TOPIC / EVENT | SPEAKER | LOCATION |
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| 6:45AM-7:45AM | Registration & Breakfast | Glenwood Foyer | |
| 7:45AM | Welcome & Introduction | Shelly Vaden | Glenwood Ballroom |
| 8:00AM-9:00AM | KEYNOTE LECTURE #1: Standards of Care in Urothelial Carcinoma: Muscle-Invasive vs. Non-Muscle-Invasive Disease and the Role of Minimally Invasive Therapies | Michael Abern | |
| 9:10AM-10:00AM | Early Detection of Urothelial Carcinoma and the Role of BRAF in Treatment Monitoring | Matthew Breen | |
| 10:00AM-10:30AM | Break / Visit with Sponsors & Exhibitors | Glenwood Foyer | |
| 10:30AM-11:00AM | Immunotherapy Treatment for Canine Urothelial Carcinoma | Paul Hess | Glenwood Ballroom |
| 11:10AM-11:45AM | Alternative Approaches to the Treatment of Urothelial Carcinoma | Michael Mastromauro | |
| 12:00PM-1:00PM | Lunch | Glenwood Foyer | |
| 1:00PM-1:35PM | Exploring the Additive Benefits of Radiotherapy in the Treatment of Canine Urothelial Carcinoma | Mike Nolan | Glenwood Ballroom |
| 1:40PM-2:30PM | Urothelial Carcinoma Ablation in Canine Patients | JD Foster | |
| 2:30PM-3:00PM | Foundational Principles of Fluoroscopy | Nathan Nelson | |
| 3:00PM-3:30PM | Break / Visit with Sponsors & Exhibitors | Glenwood Foyer | |
| 3:45PM-5:15PM | Hands-On Wet Lab: Transurethral Resection of Bladder and Urethral Tumors (TURBUT) – Techniques and Instrumentation | JD Foster | NCSU CVM |
| Hands-On Wet Lab: Laser Lithotripsy — Fundamentals, Clinical Applications, and Safety Protocols | Larry Adams Joe Bartges |
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| Hands-On Wet Lab: Hands-On Wet Lab: Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) of the Urinary Tract — bladder volume assessment, renal pelvis dilation, following ureters, UVJ's, cystocentesis, SC nerve block | Nathan Nelson Teresa DeFrancesco |
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| Dry Lab: Urothelial Carcinoma — Pathologist-Guided Review of UC Histology and Cytology | Devorah Marks Stowe Rachel Cianciolo |
Creedmoor Room | |
| 3:45PM-5:15PM | Round Table Discussion: Urothelial carcinoma case briefs presented by different participants to illustrate diagnostic or therapeutic pitfalls or successes | Matthew Breen Mike Nolan Michael Mastromauro |
Glenwood Ballroom |
| 5:45PM-7:30PM | Welcome Reception / Poster Session | Crabtree Ballroom | |
Monday, March 9, 2026
Day 2: Rolling Stones – The Veterinary Urolithiasis Tour
A comprehensive look at urolithiasis with a lineup of experts exploring pathophysiology, diagnostics, medical and surgical management, and prevention strategies.
| TIME | TOPIC / EVENT | SPEAKER | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6:45AM-7:45AM | Breakfast | Glenwood Foyer | |
| 8:00AM-8:50AM | Day 2 Welcome | Shelly Vaden | Glenwood Ballroom |
| 8:00AM-8:50AM | KEYNOTE LECTURE #2: The Role of Bacteria in Urolith Formation | Kymora Scotland | |
| 9:00AM-9:50AM | Genetics of Urolithiasis | Eva Furrow | |
| 9:50AM-10:10AM | Break / Visit with Sponsors & Exhibitors | Glenwood Foyer | |
| 10:10AM-11:00AM | Ureteral Obstruction in Dogs and Cats | Marilyn Dunn | Glenwood Ballroom |
| 11:10AM-12:00PM | Uncommon Urolith Types and Micro CT Imaging of Uroliths | Jody Lulich | |
| 12:00PM-1:00PM | Lunch | Glenwood Foyer | |
| 1:30PM-3:00PM | Hands-On Wet Lab: Mastering SUB Flushes | Allyson Berent | Creedmoor Room |
| Hands-On Wet Lab: Percutaneous Cystolithotomy (PCCL) | JD Foster Stephanie Skinner |
NCSU CVM | |
| Hands-On Wet Lab: Placement of Urethral Stents - Temporary vs. Permanent | Larry Adams Allison Kendall |
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| Hands-On Wet Lab: Perineal Approach Using Cadavers | Marilyn Dunn | ||
| Round Table Discussion: Uroliths Unfiltered: Medical Management, Intervention, or Both? | Joe Bartges Eva Furrow Jody Lulich |
Glenwood Ballroom | |
| 3:00PM-3:45PM | Break / Visit with Sponsors & Exhibitors | Glenwood Foyer | |
| 3:45PM-5:15PM | Hands-On Lab: Urodynamic Testing | Julie Byron | Creedmoor Room |
| Hands-On Wet Lab: Percutaneous Cystolithotomy (PCCL) | JD Foster Stephanie Skinner |
NCSU CVM | |
| Hands-On Wet Lab: Placement of Percutaneous Cystotomy Tubes and Antegrade Uretheral Catheters Using Cadavers | Jiwoong Her Yu Ueda Assistant: Tyler Johnson |
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| Hands-On Wet Lab: Placement of Urethral Stents - Temporary vs. Permanent | Larry Adams Allison Kendall |
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| Hands-On Wet Lab: Perineal approach using cadavers | Marilyn Dunn | ||
| Round Table Discussion: Ureteral Obstruction in Cats & Dogs: SUB vs. Surgery - What's Best, When? | Joe Bartges Allyson Berent Kyle Mathews |
Glenwood Ballroom | |
| 6:00PM-6:45PM | New Diplomate Certificates & Award Presentations | Glenwood Ballroom | |
| 7:00PM-10:00PM | The Bladder Ball - The can't miss social event of the 2026 ACVNU Lower Urinary Tract Symposium! An evening of food, drinks, music, and dancing brings everyone together for a night of celebration and connection. | Crabtree Ballroom | |
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
Day 3: The Continence Conundrum – Canine and Feline Incontinence
A focus on urinary incontinence, tackling everything from neurogenic to non-neurogenic causes, diagnostic dilemmas, and treatment innovations in dogs and cats.
| TIME | TOPIC / EVENT | SPEAKER | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6:45AM-7:45AM | Breakfast | Glenwood Foyer | |
| 7:45AM | Day 3 Welcome | Shelly Vaden | Glenwood Ballroom |
| 8:00AM-8:50AM | Biopsy of the Lower Urinary Tact: LUTs Do This! | Rachel Cianciolo | |
| 9:00AM-9:50AM | Urinary Abnormalities Associated with Intersex | Sara Lyle | |
| 9:50AM-10:10AM | Break / Visit with Sponsors & Exhibitors | Glenwood Foyer | |
| 10:10AM-10:40AM | Feline Incontinence | Marilyn Dunn | Glenwood Ballroom |
| 10:45AM-11:15AM | Canine Urinary Incontinence - Male | Allison Kendall | |
| 11:20AM-12:15PM | Urinary Diversion | Allyson Berent | |
| 12:15PM-1:15PM | Lunch | Glenwood Foyer | |
| 1:45PM-3:15PM | Hands-On Wet Lab: Equipment Basics to Advanced Cystoscopy & Proper Use of the Ellik Evacuator | Larry Adams Patty Secoura |
NCSU CVM |
| Hands-On Wet Lab: Abdominal Drain Placement for Uroabdomen & Urinary Diversion Techniques | Leo Londoño | ||
| Hands-On Wet Lab: Fluoroscopy: Imaging for Diagnosis and Intervention | Marilyn Dunn | ||
| Dry Lab: MEMO-Focused House Soiling Support - Felines | Margaret Gruen | Creedmoor Room | |
| Round Table Discussion: USMI Management: What Works and When to Escalate: medical therapy vs. urethral bulking vs. surgical approach? | Shelly Vaden Julie Byron Joe Bartges |
Glenwood Ballroom | |
| 3:15PM-4:00PM | Break / Visit with Sponsors & Exhibitors | Glenwood Foyer | |
| 4:00PM-5:30PM | Hands-On Wet Lab: Equipment Basics to Advanced Cystoscopy & Proper Use of the Ellik Evacuator | Larry Adams Patty Secoura |
NCSU CVM |
| Hands-On Wet Lab: Abdominal Drain Placement for Uroabdomen & Urinary Diversion Techniques | Leo Londoño | ||
| Hands-On Wet Lab: Fluoroscopy: Imaging for Diagnosis and Intervention | Marilyn Dunn | ||
| Hands-On Wet Lab: Hands-On Wet Lab: Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) of the Urinary Tract — bladder volume assessment, renal pelvis dilation, following ureters, UVJ's, cystocentesis, SC nerve block | Nathan Nelson Teresa DeFrancesco |
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| Dry Lab: Behavioral Focused House Soiling Support - Canines | Margaret Gruen | Creedmoor Room | |
| Round Table Discussion: Building Blocks for an ACVNU Residency Training Program: Developing sustainable, compliant, and high-quality residency programs in nephrology & urology under ACVNU guidelines | JD Foster Shelly Vaden |
Glenwood Ballroom | |
| 6:30PM-9:30PM | ACVNU Resident Bowl Event Sponsored by Royal Canin | Kings Bowl North Hills | |
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Day 4: Bladder Battles – The UTI Frontlines
Our final half-day brings attention to urinary tract infections, antimicrobial resistance, and evidence-based approaches to diagnosis and management.
| TIME | TOPIC / EVENT | SPEAKER | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7:00AM-8:00AM | Breakfast | Glenwood Foyer | |
| 7:45AM | Day 4 Welcome | Shelly Vaden | Glenwood Ballroom |
| 8:00AM-8:50AM | UPEC - Resistance Patterns and What It Means Clinically | Megan Jacob | |
| 9:00AM-9:50AM | Preventing or Disrupting Bacterial Adhesion and Biofilms | John Shamoun | |
| 9:50AM-10:10AM | Break / Visit with Sponsors & Exhibitors | Glenwood Foyer | |
| 10:10AM-11:00AM | From Breakpoints to Bladders: Practical Insights on Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing and Drug Selection for UTIs | Cassie Donnell | Glenwood Ballroom |
| 11:10AM-12:00PM | Radiation Therapy for FIC | Allison Kendall | |
| 12:00PM-12:30PM | Closing Remarks | Shelly Vaden | |
