Jessica Larson DVM, DACVIM (SAIM)

A graduate of the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Jessica Larson completed a small animal internship at Michigan Veterinary Specialists and a residency at Michigan State University. Board certified by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine, Dr. Larson has extensive experience in private practice, industry education, and mobile specialty care. She currently owns a business providing internal medicine services, including consulting, endoscopy, and education. Dr. Larson is certified in Global FAST® ultrasound through FASTVet.com, where she also teaches.

Track

Early Career Veterinarian

Topic

Internal Medicine

Day

Sunday, June 21, 2026

Speaking Schedule

Sunday, June 21, 2026

8:00 AM–9:15 AM

The Tree Pose Philosophy: Strong Roots (GPs) and Reaching Branches (Specialists)

You don’t have to choose between being a generalist and accessing specialist expertise. This session explores how to build meaningful relationships with veterinary specialists that enhance your practice without diminishing your role. Learn when to consult, when to refer, and when to collaborate while maintaining the trust your clients place in you. Discover practical strategies for seamless communication and creating a network that makes you a stronger clinician—because the best patient outcomes happen when GPs and specialists work together.

9:25 AM–10:40 AM

Go GLOBAL, Think FAST: Level Up Your Ultrasound Game

Transform your ultrasound machine from an underutilized tool into an essential extension of your physical exam. This introductory course covers the FAST exam for emergency assessment while also exploring practical applications for everyday general practice. Learn systematic scanning techniques for geriatric workups, pre-anesthetic screenings, and routine wellness visits. No advanced imaging experience required—just a willingness to add a powerful diagnostic layer to your daily examinations and elevate the standard of care you provide every patient.

10:50 AM–12:05 PM

POV: These Internal Medicine Skills Just Unlocked for You

What if the internal medicine cases that typically send you reaching for the referral form became your new area of confidence? This session breaks down complex diagnostic approaches into practical steps that fit general practice. From pattern recognition in bloodwork to systematic chronic disease management, you’ll gain frameworks that transform overwhelming cases into solvable puzzles. Walk away with clinical pearls and decision-making strategies to tackle cases you might have previously thought were beyond your scope.

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