VESPA @ IAVC Program 14th Aug
Join Us in Hong Kong: VESPA Annual Meeting at IAVC 2025
We are excited to announce a full day of VESPA CPD on Thursday, August 14th, during the International Asia Veterinary Conference (IAVC) at the Hong Kong Expo Centre. This year’s scientific program promises to be engaging and informative, featuring a mix of local and international speakers, including two of our distinguished keynote VESPA presenters:
• Dr Amy Lam
• Dr Linda Fleeman
We are also proud to host a wide array of abstract presentations covering the latest in veterinary endocrinology.
Preliminary Program (Morning Session)
09:00– 10:00 Nutritional Management of Diabetes Mellitus in Felines and Comparison of Major Prescription Diets Dr Barom Yang
10:00-11:00 How to Recognise Hypersomatotropism in Cats Dr Amy Lam
11:30– 12:30 How to Recognise Hypercortisolism in Dogs Dr Linda Fleeman
The afternoon will feature additional keynote lectures and both scientific and clinical abstract presentations. These will showcase novel research and clinical insights in small animal endocrinology—ranging from regional overviews of prevalent endocrine conditions to compelling case studies.
Afternoon Session
14:00–14:30 — Anaesthetic Management for Endocrine Disease Patients — Dr Christopher Sun
14:30–15:00 — Non-Surgical Options for Adrenal Tumours — Dr Katrina Sun
Member Abstract Presentations – Part 1
15:00 — Diagnosis and Management of Hypersomatotropism in a Dog — Dr.Jeannet
Budiman Limiano
15:15 — Non-Surgical Treatment of Canine Insulinoma —Dr Kwanhatai Rotjanakomet Thonglor
15:30 — Oestrogen Myelotoxicity in a Cryptorchid Dog — Dr Ramadhania Kinanti
15:45–16:00 — Dechra Sponsor Talk
16:00–16:30 — Afternoon Tea Break
Member Abstract Presentations – Part 2
16:30 — Canine Hypothyroidism Insights — Dr B. Roopali
16:45 — DHEA & Diabetic Remission in FIV+ Cats —Dr Maulana Ar Raniri Putra
17:00 — Hypersomatotropism in Diabetic Cats (HK) —Dr Shek Hiu Wing Natalie
17:15 — NME-Associated Pancreatitis Treated with PEA —Dr Anisha Tiwari
17:30–18:30 — VESPA Update & Wrap-Up — Dr Linda Fleeman
VESPA Member Social Event (RSVP Only)
Following the scientific program, we are planning a members-only social gathering, from 6:30–8:30 PM kindly sponsored by Royal Canin. This will include:
• A brief welcome and recap of the year from Dr Linda Fleeman, VESPA President • A short slide show of highlights from 2024
• Drinks and light dinner (informal format)
To help us plan this event, we kindly ask you to indicate:
1. Are you planning to attend the IAVC in Hong Kong?
2. Would you be interested in attending the VESPA social event?
Please respond via RSVP by 31st July. (Charlie.crummett@vespa.vet)
We look forward to an enriching day of learning and connection with our VESPA community.
Warm regards,
Charlie Crummett
Secretary
Veterinary Endocrinology Society of Pacific and Asia (VESPA)
