Sponsors

B.Braun develops effective solutions and guiding standards for the healthcare system.

We are specialists in veterinary imaging including ultrasound, X-ray, digital image management (PACS), CT and MRI. Technology that is rugged, reliable and built to cope with the demanding environment of the farm, stable and veterinary practice.

KARL STORZ – the leading endoscope manufacturer – offers systems for human and veterinary medicine as well as for industrial applications. Endoscopes, instruments, devices, and camera systems from KARL STORZ have stood for tradition, advanced technology, and quality for more than 70 years.

Midmark is the only clinical environmental design company that enables a better care experience at the point of care in medical, dental and animal health. Our unique approach to designing all of our products and solutions revolves around a single idea: Harmonizing space, technology and workflows to enhance interactions between patients and caregivers. The result of this process is more efficient care and better outcomes—clinical, operational and financial.

And what makes all of this possible? Our people. We are a team of nearly 2,000 employees worldwide, all passionate about creating better care experiences. Our employees care about the people they work with and their impact. From our colleagues and customers to caregivers and patients—both human and animal—through all of the clinical spaces we serve, what drives us is respect and gratitude.

Founded in 1915, Midmark is headquartered in Dayton, Ohio, with several other locations in the United States and international subsidiaries in India and Italy. We are, and always have been, committed to giving back to the communities we serve. From partnerships with local food pantries, wellness programs and blood banks to donating medical equipment to developing countries, community outreach and philanthropy are just more ways Midmark works to achieve our vision of transforming the clinical care environment for the betterment of all.

For over 30 years MILA International has been a global leading provider of high quality, innovative specialty veterinary products for small and large animals. MILA is known as the gold standard for vascular access catheters, chest tubes, urinary catheters, feeding tubes, surgical drains and many other veterinary specific products.

Pet-ID Microchips is at the forefront of pet identification technology. We work closely with our manufacturing, processing and distribution partners to ensure that we take advantage of the latest developments in technology and product opportunities. We also consult with our multi-channel professional microchip implanters to understand their requirements, provide implant training and help educate their clients and promote microchipping for the welfare of all animals.

Qlicksmart was established by two Australian doctors looking for a better way to remove used scalpel blades.
We continue our efforts by developing innovative products and dedicated to quality management of our safety devices, procedures, and suppliers, to prevent injuries for all sharps user around the world.

The Reassessment Campaign on Veterinary Resuscitation (RECOVER) initiative was spearheaded by a team of veterinary emergency and critical care specialists in 2010 with the goal of developing and disseminating the first true evidence-based veterinary cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) guidelines.

Suppliers of veterinary ophthalmic instruments and equipment.

Manufacturing from our traditional Sheffield home for nearly 90 years, Swann-Morton has evolved into the world leader in the production of quality surgical blades, scalpel’s, and handles. The blade of choice amongst animal health professionals across a wide range of disciplines, Swann-Morton products deliver precision, consistency and reliability to practitioners and clinicians whether being used in the health management of livestock such as cattle, horses, sheep, goats, and pigs or smaller domestic companion animals as well as exotics.

In addition to the more familiar traditional products Swann-Morton also provide a portfolio blade and scalpel safety solutions available alongside their training programme on best practice when handling surgical blades which can also be accessed via their website in an online version for online learning.

The single-use blade remover, retractable safety scalpels, including a popular stitch cutter and the KLEEN blade management system are now joined by a Qlicksmart range featuring BladeFlask and BladeCassette offering simpler safer ways of removing and disposing of contaminated blades after use.

Swann-Morton in conjunction with Improve International will be introducing the new “BladeFlask Evo”, a single-handed blade removal unit that can be conveniently located within each practice to safely remove and store up to 100 contaminated blades from all types of surgical handles whether standard, long, thick or rounded.

In addition, there is “SnapIT” a multi-use ampoule opener helping in the reduction of unacceptable sharps injury rates associated with ampoules being opened by hand and the painful and dangerous sharps injuries inflicted.

For over three decades, Veterinary Instrumentation has been at the forefront of the animal healthcare community we proudly serve.

Founded by a pioneering vet, John Lapish, the wellbeing of animals and the advancement of the industry is our passion and mission.

With a portfolio of over 5,000 products to select from, our dynamic and comprehensive range of Surgical and Orthopaedic Instrumentation, Joint Surgery and Fracture Fixation products, allow Practices and users to consolidate and drive value from their clinical service through one reputable source.

The quality and efficacy of our products is demonstrated through 19,000 Vi products being implanted each year, giving you the ultimate peace of mind when adopting a Vi product.

Underpinning the above, is over 90 years of in-Practice experience through our dedicated team of Veterinary nurses, delivering a remote consultation and partnership approach to support you and your Practice.

Through constructive dialogue with animal healthcare professionals, our goal is to advance animal healthcare together.

At Veterinary Orthopaedic implants we strive every day to bring our veterinary customers the selection they need for their demanding practices. Selection means we have options. In fact, VOI and its subsidiaries offer the widest selection of implants, screws and instrumentation in the veterinary orthopaedic field. Through closely developed relationships with top manufactures of power equipment and instruments and now suture – VOI Europe is your ideal choice from incision to suture.

Vygon (UK) Ltd is dedicated to the supply of single-use medical and surgical products and is a leading provider of intravenous access devices to the NHS. Brand names include: Multicath, Lifecath, Leadercath, Bionector, Biovalve and MIC. Vygon (UK) Ltd is part of The Vygon Group of Companies which have supplied the healthcare market for over 50 years. The Vygon Group is a global manufacturer of single-use medical and surgical products. Internationally it designs, develops, manufactures and markets more than 100 million products in 110 countries, all in accordance with ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 standards.

VECCS was founded in 1974 to promote the advancement of knowledge and high standards of practice in veterinary emergency medicine and critical patient care. To fulfill this purpose, we host a membership community, medical journal, monthly webinars, facility certification, wellness initiatives, a charitable arm and two annual educational conferences that offer progressive, innovative, and comprehensive CE to members and non-members alike.