UPAV Masterclass Day

Monday 23 November 2026 | Novotel Melbourne on Collins

Join colleagues for a dedicated day of advanced learning and discussion focused on the challenges and opportunities within non-traditional animal practice. Featuring expert-led sessions on reptile medicine, practical approaches to diagnosis and treatment, and the ethical and legislative considerations shaping contemporary practice, the program concludes with interactive roundtable discussions designed to foster peer-to-peer knowledge exchange and collaborative problem-solving.
 

UPAV Wetlab Afternoon - Registrations closed, sessions fully booked  - waitlist available when registering for the conference.

Monday 23 November 2026 | Melbourne Veterinary School Werribee

Our Surgical Masterclass Series features two specialised, practical workshops: Ear Surgery in Rabbits Workshop - Vladimir Jekl and Cutting Between the Scales... Reptile Surgery Workshop - Shane Simpson and Josh Llinas

Designed to support practical learning and skill development, the series provides focused education in surgical techniques for rabbit and reptile patients.

Masterclasses kindly supported by Melbourne Veterinary School 

UPAV Veterinary Nurses Stream

Monday 23 November 2026 | Full-Day Program | Novotel Melbourne on Collins

Veterinary nurses are invited to join a dedicated full-day educational stream designed specifically for nursing professionals. Running from 8.00am to 5.30pm, the Nurses Stream will feature practical sessions, expert presenters and relevant clinical content focused on supporting excellence in veterinary nursing practice.

UPAV Veterinary Stream

24-25 November 2026 | Novotel Melbourne on Collins

Designed for veterinarians working with avian, exotic and unusual pets, the UPAV Veterinary Stream showcases the latest developments in clinical medicine and surgery through a comprehensive scientific program. Covering topics ranging from advanced rabbit dentistry and gastrointestinal surgery to reptile oncology, fish medicine and emerging research, the program brings together international and local experts to share evidence-based approaches, novel treatments and challenging clinical cases relevant to modern exotic animal practice.

Monday 23 November 2026
7.30am - 8.15am    Conference Registration
8.15am - 8.30am    Conference Welcome
8.30am - 5.30pm    Nurses Stream
8.30am - 5.30pm    Masterclass Series
7.30am - 5.30pm    Exhibition and Trade 
5.30pm - 7.30pm    UPAV Conference Welcome Cocktail Event (onsite)

Tuesday 24 November 2026
8.00am - 8.30am    Conference Registration
8.30am - 5.30pm    Scientific Program
8.00am - 5.30pm    Exhibition and Trade 
6.30pm - 10.30pm UPAV Conference Dinner & Unusual Quiz (offsite location)

Wednesday 25 November 2026
8.00am - 8.30am    Conference Registration
8.30am - 5.30pm    Scientific Program
8.00am - 5.30pm    Exhibition and Trade 
5.30pm - 6.30pm    Farewell Drinks (onsite)