The veterinary community is getting ready for one of the most anticipated events of the year: AAHA Con 2025 in Chicago, IL, September 11-13, 2025. At AAHA (American Animal Hospital Association) Con 2025, veterinarians, technicians, practice managers, and industry leaders will come together for an experience full of meaningful sessions, the latest surgical instruments, and invaluable networking.
Whether you wish to enhance your clinical skills, learn the latest technology, or add more tools to your surgical toolkit, the AAHA Conference promises to be an event you just can't afford to miss.
What to Expect at AAHA Con 2025
AAHA Con 2025 is not only another veterinary conference; it is a gathering place where ideas, knowledge, and innovation converge. Visitors can look forward to:
• Numerous educational sessions by leaders in the veterinary community.
• Exhibition halls, filled with the newest instruments, technologies, and solutions.
• Networking sessions that bring you face-to-face with colleagues and innovators in the industry.
• An opportunity to learn about tools and techniques that can revolutionize your practice.
This veterinary conference agenda covers a broad spectrum, from clinical updates to practice management and communication skills, ensuring there’s something for every veterinary professional.
Key Sessions to Look Forward To
AAHA Con 2025 is packed with sessions designed to sharpen veterinarians' clinical skills, strengthen leadership, and boost practice success. Here are some standout sessions you won’t want to miss:
Tuesday, September 11, 2025
• From Clicks to Clients: Leveraging AI for Smarter Veterinary Marketing: Caitlin DeWilde, DVM
• Where Has All the Confidence Gone: Ryan Gibson, DVM, DACVIM
• Discerning Differentials for Dizzy and Down Dogs: Ryan Gibson, DVM, DACVIM
• Improving Workplace Productivity: David McCormick, MS, CVA
• How Perks & Other Benefits Affect Value: David McCormick, MS, CVA
Wednesday, September 12, 2025
• Unlocking the Power of Whole Team Utilization: Heather Prendergast, RVT, CVPM, SPHR
• Leading From the Middle: Elevating Teams with Technician Leadership: Heather Prendergast, RVT, CVPM, SPHR
• Oncology in Everyday Practice: Yes, You Can!: Heather Prendergast, RVT, CVPM, SPHR
• Diagnostic Dilemmas in Pancreatitis: Harry Cridge, MVB, DACVIM, DECVIM-CA
• Updates on the Management of Pancreatitis: Harry Cridge, MVB, DACVIM, DECVIM-CA
• Picking the Right Diet for the Chronic Enteropathy Dog: Harry Cridge, MVB, DACVIM, DECVIM-CA
Thursday, September 13, 2025
• Urban Legends in Toxicology: Renee Schmid, DVM, DABT, DABVT
• What Do You Do When a Client Says No: Melissa Tompkins-Lewis, BS, CVPM, PHRca, CCFP
• How to Communicate with Clients & Teams Through Body Language: Melissa Tompkins-Lewis, BS, CVPM, PHRca, CCFP
• Chasing Innovation: Embracing Collaboration and Growth: Ryan Leak
• Manager Guilt: Why We Have It and How to Get Rid of It: Melissa Tompkins-Lewis, BS, CVPM, PHRca, CCFP
All of these sessions at AAHA Con 2025 reflect the evolving needs of modern veterinary practice.
AAHA Con 2025: Key Takeaways
Veterinary professionals will leave AAHA Con 2025 with:
• Practical strategies to enhance patient care.
• Fresh approaches to team building and leadership.
• Insights into managing complex medical cases like pancreatitis and toxicology emergencies.
• A clear vision of how innovation and collaboration are reshaping veterinary medicine.
Simply put, this conference isn’t just about veterinary learning; it’s about transforming how you practice.
Explore the Latest Surgical Instruments at AAHA Con 2025
One of the most exciting parts of AAHA Con 2025 is the chance to see the latest surgical instruments and innovations up close. The exhibit hall will feature a wide range of tools, from advanced dental instruments and precision elevators to newly designed surgical packs.
These instruments are developed with modern veterinary challenges in mind, focusing on precision, ease of use, and improved patient care.
Gall Bladder Cystotomy Spoon 9 1/2" Double Ended 7mm / 9mm
Gall Bladder Cystotomy Spoon 9 1/2" Double Ended 7mm / 9mm is used for the atraumatic removal of the gallstone from the gallbladder. This double-ended spoon is autoclavable and can be reused after sterilization. The non-slippery handle of this spoon provides a better grip and reduces the risk of hand fatigue.
Lister Bandage Scissors 5 1/2" Rose Gold
Lister Bandage Scissors 5 1/2" Rose Gold are used for sizing dressings and removing circumferential bandages on the animals’ skin. Its blunt knob on the lower blade can glide between the skin and the bandage without hurting the skin. Strong, angled jaws of this scissor allow atraumatic bandage removal.
Adson Brown Forceps 7x7 Teeth 6" Tungsten Carbide
Adson Brown Forceps 7x7 Teeth 6" Tungsten Carbide are made for holding the delicate tissues while suturing. It has sharp 7x7 teeth and prevents damage to the nearby tissues. Golden color coating at the end of these forceps allows for easy recognition.
Lambotte Osteotome Modified 5" With Cap 12mm
This 12mm osteotome is designed for clean and accurate cuts in significant bone modifications. Its modified design offers superior control, and the protective cap preserves the sharp edge for safety and long-term durability. The German stainless steel body of this osteotome makes it easy to sterilize and autoclave for long-term use.
GLux Luxating Straight Tip 1.5mm 6" Standard Handle
GLux Luxating Straight Tip 1.5mm 6" has a thin, sharp tip that is used to cut periodontal ligaments. The long handle sits comfortably in the user's palm while the forefinger sits on the shaft of the instrument. This instrument is ideal for performing canine and feline periodontal surgical procedures without damaging surrounding tissues.
Winged Elevator Inside Bend Tip 1.5mm 4 1/2" Mini Handle
The Winged Elevator Inside Bend Tip 1.5mm 4 1/2" Mini Handle is a specialized small animal dental elevator used for tooth elevations. All variations have inside bayonet designs for optimal access to mesial and distal tooth surfaces. The mini handles ensure comfort and reduce hand fatigue during procedures.
Peet Forceps 4 3/4" 35 Degree Diamond Coated
The Peet Forceps 4 3/4" 35 Degree Diamond Coated is a specialized veterinary dental instrument designed for efficiently grasping and removing teeth or tooth fragments during delicate dental surgeries. The instrument's angled jaws allow for easier access and optimal grip to deep-located teeth and roots.
Featured General Surgical Kits & Packs At AAHA Con 2025
AAHA Con 2025 will also showcase a range of general surgical kits and packs designed for efficiency in both general and dental procedures. These ready-to-use sets combine essential instruments, offering durability, precision, and ease for everyday veterinary practice.
Glux Luxating Set of 7 having Stubby Handle with Micro Serrated Tip
The Glux Luxating Set of 7, having a Stubby Handle with a Micro Serrated Tip, is frequently used for small animal dental extraction procedures. There are 07 instruments in the set with different sizes and designs. The stubby handle of the Glux Luxating enhances vets’ control over the instrument during the extraction procedure.
The tip size of the instruments varies from 2mm to 4mm with straight, curved, forward, and backward angle designs. In addition, all the 07 instruments are high tensile, micro-serrated, and German-forged.
Advanced Feline Dental Elevator Kit
The Advanced Feline Dental Elevator Kit is a helpful dental extraction set for small animals. The kit comprises 08 instruments. All of them are German-forged and feature robust structures to assist veterinarians efficiently.
Moreover, this advanced dental kit is perfect for your veterinary clinic. The uniquely designed advanced feline dental kit includes surgical elevators, root elevators, root pick elevators, and periosteal elevators with different handle and tip designs.
Standard Eye Pack Veterinary with Tungsten Carbide Castroviejo
The Standard Eye Pack comprises six surgical instruments that are widely used in eye surgical procedures. All the instruments are German-made to be corrosion-proof, sterilizable, and reliable. The Standard Eye Pack is suitable to use in cataract surgery, iris surgery, glaucoma surgery, and other ocular veterinary surgical procedures.
In addition, the instruments are delicate and compact to assist the veterinarian in microsurgeries. The Castroviejo needle holder comprises tungsten carbide inserts to ensure long-term and highly durable use.
Canine Scaling Kit
The canine scaling kit comprises veterinary surgical instruments that aid in small animal root planing and scaling procedures. There is a total of 08 instruments with different sizes. All instruments are reusable and sterilizable.
This best-in-the-market canine scaling kit includes curettes, mirrors, probes, Morse scalers, and mirror handles.
GV Dental Kit with WingLux Luxating Winged Color Coated - Stainless Steel
GV Dental Kit with WingLux Luxating Winged Color Coated - Stainless Steel is an ideal set of dental instruments to carry out veterinary oral surgeries more effectively. All instruments in the kit are German-forged and color-coated, making it easier for veterinarians to select the desired tool for a customized kit.
Why Should You Be at AAHA Con 2025
AAHA Con 2025 is a rare chance to bring together learning, networking, and innovation under one roof. It’s where veterinary professionals can:
• Access exclusive sessions explicitly created for this conference.
• Build connections with experts and peers who share the same dedication to animal health.
• In addition to providing hands-on experience in wet labs, workshops, and live demonstrations.
• Explore new surgical instruments and methods that benefit patients directly.
Not just an event, AAHA Con 2025 is a chance to upgrade your knowledge, expand your veterinary network, and head back to your clinic with skills and takeaways you can implement right away.
Wrap Up!
AAHA Con 2025 will be an experience that you will never forget for veterinary professionals who are ready to take their skills to the next level, meet experts, and discover the newest tools that are revolutionizing animal care.
Aside from the sessions and networking, it's also an opportunity to uncover surgical tools and resources that can revolutionize the way you practice. That’s where GerVetUSA Inc. comes in, partnering with veterinarians by providing durable, high-quality instruments designed to support better outcomes in every surgical procedure.
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With learning opportunities, hands-on exploration, and access to innovation, AAHA Con 2025 has something meaningful to offer every professional in the field. Meet your peers in Chicago and join the conference that is defining the future of veterinary medicine