about the mvc

The Midwest Veterinary Conference (MVC), hosted by the Ohio Veterinary Medical Association, is a growing, regional veterinary conference packed with educational, networking and social opportunities for every member of the veterinary team. Bringing together highly regarded experts from around the world and hundreds of industry vendors, the MVC is a national-caliber conference—at a Midwest price. 

Who Attends the MVC?

  • Pet animal veterinarians
  • Food animal veterinarians
  • Equine veterinarians
  • General practitioners
  • Shelter veterinarians
  • Zoo & exotic animal veterinarians
  • Academic faculty
  • Researchers
  • Public health veterinarians
  • Government-employed veterinarians & staff
  • Association officers 
  • Corporate veterinarians & staff
  • Shelter staff & volunteers
  • Dog wardens
  • Rescue workers
  • Practice owners & managers
  • Veterinary technicians & nurses
  • Hospital staff
  • Veterinary students
  • Technician students
  • Pre-veterinary students
  • Industry representatives

4-Year Attendance Comparison

2019

2018

2017

2016

Veterinarians 1,629 1,831 1,628 1,889
Technicians 1,793 1,383 1,535 1,418
Hospital/Shelter Staff
& Other Professionals
768 731 626 660
CORE AUDIENCE 4,194 3,945 3,789 3,977
Students
(Pre-Vet, Tech, Vet)
697 955 817 690
Exhibitors 967 1,080 905 1,271
Exhibit Hall Visitors 280 140 155 206
Veterinary Exploration
Conference
94 153 195 214
Spouses/Guests 194 182 193 48
TOTAL ATTENDANCE 6,422 6,302 6,054 6,406

Upcoming Conference Dates

2020

Feb. 20–23

2021

Feb. 11–14

2022

Feb. 16–19

WHAT ATTENDEES SAY ABOUT MVC

“It really was a great conference. The caliber of talks was good, and the professionalism of the OVMA was fantastic.”

“This is my second year attending and I love it! The quality of speakers in the technician tracks are amazing! [...] Most conferences I've looked into near my home are super expensive—so thank you for offering such a wonderful variety at an affordable price!”

“This was an amazing workshop! The speaker was incredible and you could tell she has a true passion for what she does. I gained a lot of good information on diabetes and how to deal with clients whose pets are diabetic.”