AMERICAN COLLEGE OF VETERINARY
INTERNAL MEDICINE (ACVIM)
1997 Wadsworth Blvd.
Lakewood, CO 80214-5293 www.acvim.org
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 31, 2013
CONTACT: Laurie Nelson
Marketing Specialist
Office: 303.231.9933
Cell: 303.324.9081
Laurie@ACVIM.org
Ford W. Bell to Address Veterinarians at 2013 ACVIM Forum
June 12-15 in Seattle, Washington
(Denver, CO) Ford W. Bell, DVM, DACVIM (Oncology), the extra-ordinary veterinarian, will deliver the keynote address, “ From Prostate Cancer to Museums: A Veterinary Journey
”, on June 14 th
at the 2013
ACVIM Forum in Seattle, Washington. Dr. Bell is President and CEO of the American Association of
Museums, and is a Board-certified veterinary oncologist. He has more than 30 years of experience as a nonprofit executive, board chair, donor, trustee, and educator. The keynote session is Friday, June 14 th
at
10:30 am in the Washington State Convention Center, Room 6B.
The 2013 ACVIM Forum features expert presentations for more than 3,000 veterinarians on all aspects of veterinary internal medicine. Veterinarians, veterinary specialists, technicians and students from around the world gather to gain insights on key research, attend in-depth presentations on cutting edge diagnosis topics, and discuss current issues with leading experts.
Located in the heart of downtown Seattle, the ACVIM Forum provides the most current information and research available on the five ACVIM specialties, including cardiology, oncology, neurology, small animal internal medicine and large animal internal medicine. Sessions include:
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Specialty Symposium (pre-forum) June 12 th for ACVIM Diplomates and Candidates focused on issues relevant to each of the ACVIM’s five specialties
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Scientific Sessions June 13 th – 15 th with research focus lectures, comprehensive review lectures, post-graduate courses, and clinical workshops
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Interactive Sessions June 13 th
– 15 th including case discussions, workshops, and special interest groups

Technician Program June 13 th
– 15 th
Dr. Susan White, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Large Animal Internal Medicine) and 2013 ACVIM Forum
Program Chairperson says, “The ACVIM Forum is the veterinary profession’s premier internal medicine continuing education event, attracting the best and brightest in the veterinary industry. More than 3,000 veterinarians and technicians from 45+ countries – including the world’s leading practitioners and educators – ensure the opportunity for a healthy exchange of information.”

Media Note : Accredited members of the media may attend the 2013 ACVIM Forum at no charge.
However, you are required to register with the ACVIM. For media registration, please fill out a registration form or contact Laurie Nelson at Laurie@ACVIM.org
or 303.231.9933.
Onsite Press Room
Location: Washington State Convention Center, Room 310
Hours:
Wednesday June 12, 12:00 – 5:00 pm
Thursday June 13, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Friday June 14, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday June 15, 8:00 am – 12:00 pm
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About the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM)
ACVIM is the national certifying organization for veterinary specialists in large and small animal internal medicine, cardiology, neurology and oncology. Established in 1973, ACVIM’s purpose is to advance the knowledge of animal health and diseases, and to foster the continued development of specialty veterinary care. To find an ACVIM Specialist in your area, please visit www.ACVIM.org
.