Globally recognised veterinary oncologist locked in for 2025 AVA Conference

The AVA Conference returns to Sydney from 12-15 May 2025, marking 20 years since the premier veterinary event was last in the Harbour City. 

The theme for this year’s conference is ‘Cutting Through’, with a lineup of international and local experts in surgery and cutting-edge veterinary medicine, to help bring this topical theme to life.  

Delegates should be incredibly excited about Dr Greg Ogilvie’s keynote sessions at the 2025 AVA Conference. As a globally recognised leader in veterinary oncology, his expertise in cutting edge cancer therapies is unparalleled.

Based in San Diego, he pioneers cancer therapies and educates interns, residents, and students. He’s authored multiple books and over 200 scientific articles, securing patents and millions in research grants.  

An Ironman triathlete from a Colorado-native lineage, he's honored with teaching, research, and clinical awards. Passionate about veterinary oncology, he lectures globally, impacting students, veterinarians, physicians, and scientists worldwide. 

Dr Greg Ogilvie will be presenting on the following topics: 

• Cytology for the veterinary practitioner: Tuesday 13 May, 8:00am - 8:55am 

• Care Beyond a cure: When cancer bleeds: Tuesday 13 May, 3:30pm - 4:25 pm 

• Injection site associated and other soft tissue sarcomas: Wednesday 14 May,, 8:00am - 8:55 am 

• Mast cell tumours: Hot new diagnostics and treatment: Wednesday 14 May, 3:00pm - 3:55 pm 

• Care beyond a cure: Newest approaches for treating oral neoplasia for 2025: Thursday 15 May, 9:00am - 9:50am 

• New treatments for Canine Lymphoma: Thursday 15 May, 11:00am - 12:00pm 

• Feline Lymphoma: Best protocols for 2025: Thursday 15 May, 3:00pm - 4:00pm 

Dr Greg Ogilvie’s reputation for excellence in teaching and research, combined with his passion for advancing veterinary care, makes his presentations a must-attend for anyone looking to stay at the forefront of veterinary oncology medicine. 

Early bird registrations for the 2025 AVA Conference are open now. Your AVA membership entitles you to a substantial discount on conference registration, which can be further discounted by taking advantage of early bird savings up to 25% before 31 March.