Veterinary Association Management · Asheville, NC · 2026
Ralph Lee's Great Smokies Veterinary Conference 2026
01 Overview
Ralph Lee's Great Smokies Veterinary Conference meets November 11 to 15, 2026, at the Crowne Plaza Resort in Asheville, North Carolina. Online and on-site registration are both offered, and walk-ins are accepted.
The organizer lists state veterinary board approvals for the conference, including Alabama, Florida and West Virginia among others, and offers a technician, receptionist and support-staff rate ($250 before October 15, 2026) next to the veterinarian rate ($450 before October 15). Those discount dates have passed and the later rates are not shown.
RACE status and the total number of CE hours are not stated on the page; check the brochure and your own board's rules before counting hours.
02 Program highlights
| Session | Day | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Using Food as Medicine; Bach Flower Essences; Introduction to Essential Oils; Apitherapy | Thu, Nov 12 | — |
| The Science of Pheromones and related behavior lectures | Thu, Nov 12 | — |
| Flexible Endoscopy Skills Course; Clinical Approach to Vomiting in General Practice | Thu, Nov 12 | — |
| AFAST and POCUS Ultrasound Training Labs | Fri, Nov 13 | — |
| Dermatology: pododermatitis, endocrinopathies, chronic otitis, anti-pruritic therapeutics | Fri, Nov 13 | — |
| Exit Strategy Essentials - Retaining your Team Through a Practice Transition (Lunch & Learn) | Fri, Nov 13 | — |
| Vaccine Stories: Why we do what we do?Covers: Immunization & vaccine administration | Fri, Nov 13 | — |
| Recognizing and Dealing with Substance Abuse in the Workplace (required by NCVMB)Covers: Substance use disorders (DEA MATE Act) | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Top 10 Drug Protocols For Hospice and Palliative CareCovers: End-of-life & palliative care | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
03 Speakers & faculty 10
- Laurie DohmenVMD, MS, RH (AHG), FACVBMFaculty
- Steve DaleCABCFaculty · Steve Dale's Pet World
- Elizabeth R. DrakeDVM, DACVDFaculty
- Joseph JordanPhDFaculty · NC Physicians Health Program, NC Veterinary Health Program
- Elise LittletonLVT, VTS (ECC)Faculty
- Randy C. LynnDVM, MS, DACVCP, CertHbVFaculty
- Jeff MayoDVM, DABVP, C/F, MS, MANZCVSFaculty
- Zenithson NgDVM, MS, DABVP (Canine and Feline)Faculty
- Robbie van MullemBA MarketingFaculty · 3 Sided Media
- Chris RocchioDVMFaculty
04 Sponsors & exhibitors 5
Sponsors
05 Questions
When is Great Smokies 2026?
It takes place Nov 11–15, 2026 in Asheville, NC.
Where is Great Smokies 2026 held?
At Crowne Plaza Resort Asheville, Asheville, NC.
What is on the Great Smokies 2026 program?
9 sessions are listed so far. Speakers include Laurie Dohmen, VMD, MS, RH (AHG), FACVBM; Steve Dale, CABC; Elizabeth R. Drake, DVM, DACVD and 7 others.
Which companies attend Great Smokies 2026?
5 companys are listed as sponsors or exhibitors, including 3 Sided Media, Endoscopy Support Services, Monarch Practice Transitions, Purple Moon Herbs and Studies, SIGNS Labs.