Country music and equine veterinary medicine will share the spotlight when the American Association of Equine Practitioners’ (AAEP) 59th Annual Convention and Trade Show convenes at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in Nashville, Tenn., Dec. 7-11, 2013.

The AAEP annual convention is the world’s largest continuing education event dedicated to equine veterinary practice and is expected to attract approximately 6,000 equine veterinarians, veterinary students, technicians, and exhibitors. Over the course of the five-day event, equine practitioners will increase their expertise across the entire spectrum of equine medicine and leave Nashville empowered with innovative solutions to their practice challenges.

Incorporated into the traditional and comprehensive slate of educational sessions focused on pertinent topics in equine veterinary medicine, a social media dry lab will offer practitioners a hands-on opportunity to learn how to develop and implement a social media strategy for their practice. Meanwhile, during “The Business of Practice” sessions, practitioners will acquire the key communication skills necessary to strengthen client relationships and build a culture of success.

An expanded student program will help facilitate the transition from veterinary school to practice and a professional development course will address important topics facing impending graduates