Opportunities in Equine Practice Seminar Scheduled

Opportunities in Equine Practice Seminar, a professional forum created to encourage students to enter equine practice upon graduation, will meet Sept. 1-3 at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Lexington.

After a ten-year hiatus, the seminar was reestablished to address the emerging crisis of the diminishing number of graduating veterinary students entering equine practice. 

The seminar hosts third-year veterinary students (Class of 2025) with practitioners from around the country on hand to present their experiences in various disciplines, from general and mixed practice to board specialties, providing an introductory view of all aspects of equine practice from the large hospital setting to the solo practitioner at nominal or no expense to the student. The event is the result of the cooperative efforts of equine practitioners from across North America, with additional financial support from industry sponsors and AAEP.

The estimated 200 attendees will be able to engage in interactive discussions with equine practitioners and industry partners, tour equine hospitals, local horse farms, and Keeneland racetrack, and participate in hands-on workshops. OEPS 2023 promises to be an unforgettable experience for all attending.

"We are thrilled to announce the return of OEPS and welcome veterinary students, equine practitioners, and industry partners to join us for an amazing educational and networking opportunity," said Dr. Craig Lesser, the lead organizer of OEPS. "With dwindling numbers of students pursuing careers in equine practice, we aim to inspire and equip students with knowledge about the vast opportunities within equine practice that make our careers uniquely gratifying."

In addition to the informational program, OEPS 2023 will offer an exhibition hall where attendees can interact with equine practices, industry-leading companies, and social events to foster networking between students and OEPS supporters. 

If you want to join us, this is a rare opportunity to positively influence hundreds of veterinary students to consider equine practice and cultivate relationships leading to future interns, associates, and colleagues. Detailed sponsorship information is available at www.oeps.com. Contact LaTonna Wilson at (859) 233-0371 or sponsorships@oeps.com for more details.