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At Vet Evolution in Panama, you’ll find not only your go-to academic congress, but also the opportunity to enjoy the beauty, culture, and hospitality of our country. Panama is a vibrant destination that blends modernity and tradition. Its iconic Panama Canal, seaside skyscrapers, and historic Old Town invite you to discover cultural richness and innovation all in one place.
Surrounded by tropical rainforests, paradisiacal beaches on two oceans, refreshing mountains, and great cultural diversity, Panama offers unique experiences that will make your visit truly unforgettable. At Vet Evolution 2026, you won’t just learn and grow professionally — you’ll also experience the warmth of our people, the delicious local cuisine, and the magic of a country that beats strongly in the heart of the Americas.
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AUGUST 12-14, 2026
Event Agenda
Vet Evolution Congress
"Veterinary medicine is experiencing a time of unprecedented growth and evolution, and Panama will be the epicenter of this historic gathering.
The Association of Small Animal Veterinarians of Panama (AMVEPE) is honored to invite you to the Vet Evolution 2026 International Veterinary Congress, to be held from August 12 to 14, 2026, at the ATLAPA Convention Center in Panama City.
This event will bring together professionals from around the world in a space where science, innovation, and passion for animal welfare will come together to shape the future of our profession.
AMVEPE Panama has prepared a series of cutting-edge scientific activities, designed to make this congress a must-attend event for professionals committed to providing the highest standard of care for their patients.
Other organizations focused on large animal species have also joined this initiative, further enriching the academic program."
For small animals, topics will include:
- Applied genetics in breeding
- Gastroenterology
- Neurology
- Basic and advanced cardiology
- Dentistry
- Nutrition
- Exotic animal medicine
- Dermatology
- Rehabilitation and physical therapy
For large animals, topics will include:
- The veterinarian’s role in ensuring food safety and meat quality.
Scientific activities:
- Keynote lectures
- Hands-on workshops
- Scientific poster sessions
- Free-topic presentations
Attendees will also enjoy a guided tour of the Isthmus Zoo, internationally recognized for housing a wide variety of fascinating exotic animals.
The Vet Evolution 2026 Congress will be the perfect opportunity to catch up on the latest advances in veterinary medicine, share experiences with colleagues from across Latin America, and at the same time, experience the beauty and hospitality of Panama.
We look forward to welcoming you to this unique event that will make history in veterinary medicine in our region!
Cardio Evolution Congress
Join us at the 8th Latin American Veterinary Cardiology Congress!
Panama, August 2026 – CARDIO EVOLUTION
"Dear colleagues and veterinary cardiology enthusiasts,
It is an honor to invite you to be part of the 8th Latin American Veterinary Cardiology Congress, organized as part of the Vet Evolution International Veterinary Congress Panama 2026 (22nd FIAVAC Congress, 1st AMVEPE Congress). This event will bring together more than 150 professionals and specialists from across Latin America in the vibrant city of Panama, on August 12, 13, and 14, 2026.
This congress will not only serve as an academic platform to explore the latest advancements, techniques, and research in veterinary cardiology, but also as a space to strengthen friendships and professional bonds among colleagues passionate about the health of our patients’ hearts."
Why attend?
- Keynote lectures by top international speakers
- Hands-on workshops in echocardiography, electrocardiography, heart failure management, and more
- Clinical case presentations and research projects
- Opportunity to exchange experiences with veterinarians from different countries
- Friendly and collaborative atmosphere in a unique destination: Panama
"It will be an enriching experience — professionally and personally!”
Stay tuned to our social media and website for important updates on deadlines, pricing, and the detailed program.
Let’s unite our vocations, share knowledge, and celebrate the growth of veterinary cardiology in Latin America — together."
Because the hearts of our animals beat stronger when we work united.
—
Organizing Committee
8th Latin American Veterinary Cardiology Congress
CARDIOEVOLUTION – As part of the Vet Evolution International Veterinary Congress Panama 2026 (22nd FIAVAC Congress, 1st AMVEPE Congress)
APVE Congress
"The Panamanian Association of Equine Veterinarians (APVE) is honored and truly delighted to invite you to participate in the 3rd APVE & WEVA International Intermediate Congress, to be held as part of Vet Evolution Panama 2026.
This gathering will be a top-level academic event, where we will share knowledge, experiences, and advancements in veterinary medicine alongside renowned national and international professionals.
The congress represents an invaluable opportunity for academic development, professional networking, and the advancement of equine veterinary medicine at an event of great regional importance.
We will soon be announcing the official program, but we can already share that some of the main topics will include: Reproduction and Internal Medicine (Neurology, Gastroenterology, Neonatology, Endocrinology, among others).Beyond the science, it will also be a life experience — a meeting where you can bring your family and friends to discover and enjoy Panama, a country full of culture, warm hospitality, and natural beauty that will make this event truly unforgettable."
With enthusiasm and gratitude,
Panamanian Association of Equine Veterinarians (APVE)
Events Schedule | AMVEPE & FIAVAC
Day 1 12 Aug, 2026
| Topics | Speakers | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Check-in | 09:00 - 13:00 | - | |
| Lunch | 13:00 - 14:00 | - | |
| Maxillofacial surgery. |
|
14:00 - 15:00 | Room to be determined |
| Public Health |
|
15:00 - 16:00 | Room to be determined |
| Coffee Break (30 min.) | 16:00 - 16:30 | - | |
| Challenges for veterinarians in the pet market (I). |
|
16:30 - 17:30 | Room to be determined |
| Challenges for veterinarians in the pet market (II). |
|
17:30 - 18:30 | Room to be determined |
Day 2 13 Aug, 2026
| Topics | Speakers | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Infectious Diseases in Psittacine Birds |
|
09:00 - 10:00 | Room to be determined |
| Metabolic Diseases in Ornamental Birds |
|
10:00 - 11:00 | Room to be determined |
| Coffe Break (30 min.) | 11:00 - 11:30 | - | |
| The veterinary profession in modern zoos and its role in public health. |
|
11:30 - 12:15 | Room to be determined |
| Leptospirosis in a macaw. |
|
12:15 - 13:00 | Room to be determined |
| Lunch | 13:00 - 14:00 | - | |
| Myths and Realities of Genetic Diseases in Dogs |
|
14:00 - 15:00 | Room to be determined |
| The Genetics of Intervertebral Disc Hernias in Dogs |
|
15:00 - 16:00 | Room to be determined |
| Coffe Break (30 min.) | 16:00 - 16:30 | - | |
| Fear during the consultation interferes with diagnosis. |
|
16:30 - 17:30 | Room to be determined |
| Dying Without Fear: Euthanasia and Grief. |
|
17:30 - 18:30 | Room to be determined |
Day 3 14 Aug, 2026
| Topics | Speakers | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Triage and emergency care of wildlife. |
|
09:00 - 10:00 | Room to be determined |
| Zoonotic diseases for clinicians working with exotic and wildlife species. |
|
10:00 - 11:00 | Room to be determined |
| Coffe Break (30 min.) | 11:00 - 11:30 | - | |
| Emergencies and In-Hospital Care in Companion Birds |
|
11:30 - 12:15 | Room to be determined |
| Endocrinology |
|
12:15 - 13:00 | Room to be determined |
| Lunch | 13:00 - 14:00 | - | |
| Immunological Techniques Using PCR and Assays |
|
14:00 - 15:00 | Room to be determined |
| National Speaker | 15:00 - 16:00 | Room to be determined | |
| Coffe Break (30 min.) | 16:00 - 16:30 | - | |
| Animal Welfare in Veterinary Practice (1). |
|
16:30 - 17:30 | Room to be determined |
| Animal Welfare in Veterinary Practice (2). |
|
17:30 - 18:30 | Room to be determined |
AMVEPE & FIAVAC | Dentistry & Surgery
Day 1 12 Aug, 2026
| Topics | Speakers | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Check-in | 09:00 - 13:00 | - | |
| Lunch | 13:00 - 14:00 | - | |
| Basic anatomy and physiology in dentistry |
|
14:00 - 15:00 | Boquete |
| 10 myths about dental health in dogs and cats |
|
15:00 - 16:00 | Boquete |
| Coffee Break (30 min.) | 16:00 - 16:30 | - | |
| Diagnostic protocol for facial swelling/fistulas. It is always the maxillary fourth premolar. |
|
16:30 - 17:30 | Boquete |
| When not to perform curative-intent surgery for oral neoplasms: the role of artificial intelligence |
|
17:30 - 18:30 | Boquete |
Day 2 13 Aug, 2026
| Topics | Speakers | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feline dentistry |
|
09:00 - 10:00 | Boquete |
| Tooth resorption lesion in cats |
|
10:00 - 11:00 | Boquete |
| Coffe Break (30 min.) | 11:00 - 11:30 | - | |
| Feline chronic gingivostomatitis |
|
11:30 - 12:15 | Boquete |
| Radiographic diagnosis in dentistry |
|
12:15 - 13:00 | Boquete |
| Lunch | 13:00 - 14:00 | - | |
| Surgical clinical approach to the patient with pharyngeal masses. The problem is oncological, inflammatory, or salivary. |
|
14:00 - 15:00 | Boquete |
| Advanced reconstruction techniques for palatal defects in patients with multiple previous surgeries. |
|
15:00 - 16:00 | Boquete |
| Coffe Break (30 min.) | 16:00 - 16:30 | - | |
| Approach to chronic vomiting in cats. |
|
16:30 - 17:30 | Boquete |
| Feline lipidosis. |
|
17:30 - 18:30 | Boquete |
Day 3 14 Aug, 2026
| Topics | Speakers | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oncology |
|
09:00 - 10:00 | Boquete |
| Chronic pain due to osteoarthritis. |
|
10:00 - 11:00 | Boquete |
| Coffe Break (30 min.) | 11:00 - 11:30 | - | |
| Causes of therapeutic failure of full-mouth tooth extraction in cats with gingivostomatitis: who is responsible? |
|
11:30 - 12:15 | Boquete |
| Osteosynthesis of maxillomandibular fractures in felines with high-rise syndrome: from the simplest to the most complex. |
|
12:15 - 13:00 | Boquete |
| Lunch | 13:00 - 14:00 | - | |
| Update on canine parvovirus infection. |
|
14:00 - 15:00 | Boquete |
| Acute vs. chronic feline pancreatitis. |
|
15:00 - 16:00 | Boquete |
| Coffe Break (30 min.) | 16:00 - 16:30 | - | |
| What you need to know about abdominal hernias. |
|
16:30 - 17:30 | Boquete |
| Understanding gastric surgery. |
|
17:30 - 18:30 | Boquete |
AMVEPE & FIAVAC | Gastroenterology • Nephrology• Neurology
Day 1 12 Aug, 2026
| Topics | Speakers | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Check-in | 09:00 - 13:00 | - | |
| Lunch | 13:00 - 14:00 | - | |
| Management of Status Epilepticus |
|
14:00 - 15:00 | Shakira |
| Meningoencephalitis |
|
15:00 - 16:00 | Shakira |
| Coffee Break (30 min.) | 16:00 - 16:30 | - | |
| Strategies to Promote Fracture Healing |
|
16:30 - 17:30 | Shakira |
| Interesting clinical cases in small animal traumatology. |
|
17:30 - 18:30 | Shakira |
Day 2 13 Aug, 2026
| Topics | Speakers | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Axis: What We Know and What We Can Do in Canine and Feline Medicine |
|
09:00 - 10:00 | Shakira |
| Filariasis |
|
10:00 - 11:00 | Shakira |
| Coffe Break (30 min.) | 11:00 - 11:30 | - | |
| Spinal Cord Trauma |
|
11:30 - 12:15 | Shakira |
| Myelomalacia |
|
12:15 - 13:00 | Shakira |
| Lunch | 13:00 - 14:00 | - | |
| Hydrocephalus |
|
14:00 - 15:00 | Shakira |
| Idiopathic Polyradiculitis |
|
15:00 - 16:00 | Shakira |
| Coffe Break (30 min.) | 16:00 - 16:30 | - | |
| Chronic Inflammatory Enteropathy: Beyond Inflammation |
|
16:30 - 17:30 | Shakira |
| Feline Hepatobiliary Disease: Understanding Cholangitis from the Gut-Liver Axis |
|
17:30 - 18:30 | Shakira |
Day 3 14 Aug, 2026
| Topics | Speakers | Time | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Therapy and Fluid Balance in the Renal Patient |
|
09:00 - 10:00 | Shakira |
| Acute Management of Nephrotoxins |
|
10:00 - 11:00 | Shakira |
| Coffe Break (30 min.) | 11:00 - 11:30 | - | |
| Comprehensive Management of the Patient with Pancreatitis |
|
11:30 - 12:15 | Shakira |
| Biliary Mucocele: What to Do After Diagnosis? |
|
12:15 - 13:00 | Shakira |
| Lunch | 13:00 - 14:00 | - | |
| Peritoneal Dialysis: A Life-Saving Therapy |
|
14:00 - 15:00 | Shakira |
| Uroabdomen: Preoperative Management |
|
15:00 - 16:00 | Shakira |
| Coffe Break (30 min.) | 16:00 - 16:30 | - | |
| Chronic Pain from Osteoarthritis |
|
16:30 - 17:30 | Shakira |
| Modulation of the microbiota in dogs. |
|
17:30 - 18:30 | Shakira |
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