President’s Letter

Dear HCVMA Members,

As we welcome the spring season, we hope you are gearing up for the busy months ahead. To help you prepare for parasite season, we invite you to join our upcoming virtual March Continuing Education event.

Thank you to everyone who attended our second in‑person meeting of the year in February. It was a full house, and the engagement was outstanding. Dr. Robinett’s presentation brought forward innovative approaches to challenging cases, and member feedback reflected that enthusiasm—describing the session as “out‑of‑the‑box,” “something different,” and “amazing.”

Upcoming CE Event: Rising to Meet New Parasite Challenges

Thursday, March 12 – Virtual Webinar - Meetings — Harris County Veterinarian Medical Association

We are pleased to welcome Dr. Susan Little, an internationally recognized leader in veterinary parasitology. Dr. Little will provide the latest updates on parasite prevention and control—particularly relevant to our Texas climate, where both endo‑ and ectoparasites remain endemic year‑round. This is an excellent opportunity to strengthen your clinical approach ahead of peak parasite season.

Webinar Housekeeping:

At the conclusion of the session, please scan the QR code to complete the attendance survey. Completion is required to activate CE credit, which will be emailed to you by Elanco.

Dr. Todd McCracken will moderate the session. A QR code will be provided for submitting questions, which will be addressed during the Q&A portion.

Membership & 2026 Initiatives

As we move further into 2026, please keep the following updates in mind:

Membership Renewal: Join — Harris County Veterinarian Medical Association If you have not yet renewed, please do so soon. Membership dues increase to $185 after April 1, 2026. Your dues directly support the programs, resources, and networking opportunities that strengthen our association.

May All‑Day CE Registration: Registration will open after the March meeting. Our May program will feature an Opioids CE, and we anticipate high demand—please register early to secure your spot.

Stay Connected

Your participation is what makes HCVMA a vibrant and growing community. We are committed to bringing leading veterinary experts—local, national, and international—to Houston to support your professional development. If you have questions, suggestions, or would like to connect, please reach out at president@hcvma.org. Grateful to be part of a community that supports, shares, and strengthens the veterinary profession through its commitment to learning and connection at HCVMA CE events.

We look forward to “zooming in” with you on March 12.

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Warm regards,

Dipa Brahmbhatt, VMD, MPH, MS

President, Harris County Veterinary Medical Association – 2026