Pennsylvania Veterinary Medical Association · Pittsburgh, PA · 2026
2026 3 Rivers Veterinary Symposium
01 Overview
The 2026 3 Rivers Veterinary Symposium is a two-day meeting on November 14 and 15, 2026, at the DoubleTree by Hilton Pittsburgh - Green Tree. PVMA advertises 12 or more CE hours and pitches it as a smaller alternative to large conventions.
Technicians and clinic staff register at $475 (PVMA members) or $525 (non-members); veterinarians pay $550 or $650, and veterinary or technician students $150. Advance registration runs until November 7, after which on-site registration costs more.
PVMA states in its Keystone conference FAQ that its meetings are pre-approved CE by the Pennsylvania licensing board rather than RACE-approved, so out-of-state attendees should confirm acceptance with their own board.
02 Registration fees
| Attendee | Early | Single Day |
|---|---|---|
| Veterinarians | $550until Nov 7 | — |
| Vet techs | $475until Nov 7 | — |
| Students | $150until Nov 7 | — |
| All attendees | — | $300until Nov 7 |
03 Key deadlines
- Nov 7, 2026
- Registration closes — advance registration closes; on-site registration at a higher rate
04 Program highlights
| Session | Day | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Just Breathe - Respiratory EmergenciesCVT | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| The Body's Trashcan - A Look at the Liver Through the Clin Path LensClinical Pathology | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| A Leaky Gut for Leaky Production (pt. 1)Food Animal Production | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Radically Candid CommunicationCVPM | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Diseases of the Upper AirwayRadiology | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Cloudy with a Chance of Cataracts: Diagnosis and Management of Lenticular Disease in Dogs and CatsOphthalmology | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Shock Has Many Faces – The Keys to PerfusionCVT | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Casting the Net: Why Routine Laboratory Screening is so Important & What You’re MissingClinical Pathology | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| A Leaky Gut for Leaky Production (pt. 2)Food Animal Production | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| How to Tackle Tough Conversations Without Losing Your CoolCVPM | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| And 3- Beyond the Pattern: Decoding Small-Animal Pulmonary Disease (Pt. 1)Radiology | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Clarity in Uveitis: Diagnosis and Treatment of Uveitis in Dogs and CatsOphthalmology | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Diabetes: Once Daily Insulin Options in (Pt. 1)Internal Medicine | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| RECOVER 2.0: The Updated Evidence-based CPR GuidelinesCVT | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Pitfalls! The Most Common Clinicopathologic MistakesClinical Pathology | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Back to Basics - Antimicrobial Use in Small RuminantsFood Animal Production | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Inclusivity FirstCVPM | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| And 3- Beyond the Pattern: Decoding Small-Animal Pulmonary Disease (Pt. 2)Radiology | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Flip it or Clip it: Eyelid and Adnexal Surgery in General PracticeOphthalmology | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Diabetes: Once Daily Insulin Options in Dogs (Pt. 2)Internal Medicine | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| The Call That Kept Me HereLunch & Learn | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| We Need Blood STAT!! Emergency TransfusionsCVT | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Skin Cytology: See It, Stick ItClinical Pathology | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Practical Euthanasia Through Non-Barbiturate MeansFood Animal Production · Covers: End-of-life & palliative care | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Your Role in Creating Inclusive WorkplacesCVPM | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Beyond the Lungs: Recognizing Extrinsic Thoracic DiseaseRadiology | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| There is No Eye in Enucleation: A Review of Treatment Options for Blind and Painful EyesOphthalmology | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Diabetes: Once Daily Insulin Options in Dogs (Pt. 3)Internal Medicine | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Place that lifeline! Advanced Vascular AccessCVT | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Cytologic Diagnoses that Every Practitioner Should be Able to MakeClinical Pathology | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Protocol, Schmotocol? BMPs for Writing On-Farm Treatment ProceduresFood Animal Production | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Building Individual ResilienceCVPM | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Safer Teams, Better Images: Balancing Radiation Protection While Optimizing Diagnostic QualityRadiology | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| This or That: Deciding Which Ophthalmic Medications to Use with Common Ophthalmic DiseasesOphthalmology | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Management of Feline Diabetes: A Review of Current Best UnderstandingInternal Medicine | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Pushing Boundaries on Nursing Utilization Through Advanced ProceduresCVT | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Fluids, Fluids Everywhere! Serous Body Cavity Effusion CytologyClinical Pathology | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Bovine Surgery Review | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Building Organizational ResilienceCVPM | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| From Algorithms to Animal Care: The Evolution and Responsible Use of AI in Veterinary MedicineRadiology | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Red, White, and Blue: A Star-Spangled Review of Non-Ulcerative KeratopathiesOphthalmology | Sat, Nov 14 | — |
| Upper Airway Disorders in the Horse - Performance-Limiting and Life-LimitingEquine | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| The IVDD UmbrellaNeurology | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Pediatric Trauma: An Interactive Case DiscussionCVT | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Leadership Without Selling Your Soul: Staying Real in Vet MedCVPM | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Diagnosis and Management of Feline OsteoarthritisSurgery | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Squeezing Every Drop of Information Out Of Your CBCInternal Medicine | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Lacerations and Wound Care – Tips and TricksEquine | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| The Foggy Mind: Canine Cognitive DysfunctionNeurology | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Finish your dinner or you won’t grow big and strong! Nutrition for the critically ill neonatal and pediatric patientCVT | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| If You’re Only Training Doctors to Lead, You’re Doing It WrongCVPM | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Feline Orthopedic Examination and Common Orthopedic Conditions in CatsSurgery | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Blood Cell Morphology-Why Should I Care?Internal Medicine | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Colic Decision-Making: What Will You Do?Equine | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Neuro-Ophthalmology An Anatomical and Practical ReviewNeurology | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Critical Care Nursing of the Sick Neonatal PatientCVT | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| They Deserve the Truth: Vet Leaders Who Avoid Conflict AreCVPM | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Rehabilitation Therapy for the Feline PatientSurgery | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| What? Cytology Without A Microscope? No way!Internal Medicine | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Employment Law Issues Relevant to Veterinary Practice Owners and ManagersLunch & Learn | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Feline Neurology: Deciphering Intracranial and Spinal ConditionsNeurology | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Critical Care Nursing of the Sick Pediatric PatientCVT | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Castrations and CryptorchidsEquine | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Elevating Veterinary Technicians Through Workflow, Culture, and UtilizationCVPM | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Tips to Improve Success in Small Animal Gastrointestinal SurgerySurgery | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Antimicrobial Utilization in Veterinary Dentistry: Insights from a Comprehensive Analysis of Primary Care Dental Procedures in Dogs and CatDentistry | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| The Art of Seizure Therapy/Decision Making in SeizuresNeurology | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Congenital and Pediatric Cardiac Disease for Veterinary TechniciansCVT | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Pain Recognition and Pain Management StrategiesEquine · Covers: Pain management | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Embracing Minds That Work DifferentlyCVPM | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Tips to Improve Success in Small Animal Urinary Tract SurgerySurgery | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| The 5 Most Important Dental Skills Your Veterinarian Wants You to KnowDentistry | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Status Epilepticus and Cluster Seizures Beware!Neurology | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Congenital and Pediatric Neurological DisordersCVT | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Skin Tumors in Horses - Treatment and PrognosisEquine | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Burned out and Backed into the Corner: Leading through the messCVPM | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Principles of Small Animal Surgical OncologySurgery | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
| Fear Fights Anesthesia Flow: Reducing the Impacts of Fear/Anxiety to AnesthesiaDentistry | Sun, Nov 15 | — |
05 Speakers & faculty 18
- Ken YagiMS, RVT, VTS (ECC) (SAIM)Faculty · VEG ER for Pets
- Craig ThompsonDVM, DACVPFaculty · Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine
- Kevin JacqueDVM, PASFaculty · OSU Large Animal Services at Marysville
- Mia CaryDVMFaculty · Cary Consulting
- Kemba MarshallMPH, SHRM-CPFaculty · KLMDVM Consulting LLC
- Michael BaileyDVM, DACVRFaculty · AVMA Past-President
- Ben BergstromDVM, MS, DACVOFaculty · The Eye Vets
- Patty LathanVMD, MSFaculty · LSU School of Veterinary Medicine
- James WiseFaculty · Police Officer
- Margaret MudgeVMD, DACVS, DACVECCFaculty · The Ohio State University
- Ryan GibsonDVM, M.Ed, DACVIM (Neurology)Faculty · Auburn University / The Brain Dogtor LLC
- Mandy GarzaFaculty · ACCESS Specialty Hospital
- Suzanne ThomasLVT, CVTFaculty · Leading Veterinary Teams
- Michael JaffeDVM, MS, CCRP, Dipl ACVSFaculty · Mississippi State University CVM
- Guillermo CoutoDVM, DACVIM (SAIM, Oncology)Faculty · Couto Veterinary Consultants
- Albert LeeFaculty · Tucker Arensberg, P.C.
- Morgan Taylor-RakocevicVMDFaculty · Banfield Pet Hospital
- Roxanne SuarezDVMFaculty · Banfield Pet Hospital
06 Questions
When is 3 Rivers 2026?
It takes place Nov 14–15, 2026 in Pittsburgh, PA.
Where is 3 Rivers 2026 held?
At DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Pittsburgh - Green Tree, Pittsburgh, PA (500 Mansfield Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15205).
What is on the 3 Rivers 2026 program?
78 sessions are listed so far. Speakers include Ken Yagi, MS, RVT, VTS (ECC) (SAIM); Craig Thompson, DVM, DACVP; Kevin Jacque, DVM, PAS and 15 others.
How much does 3 Rivers 2026 cost?
Registration starts at $475 and goes up to $650, depending on membership and registration date (official website, checked Nov 1, 2026).