Welcome to the 34th Annual ČAVLMZ Conference!
The Annual ČAVLMZ Conference is one of the leading educational events for small animal veterinary professionals in the Czech Republic. Each year, it brings together renowned experts, veterinary practitioners, nurses, students, and industry partners to share knowledge, exchange experience, and build professional relationships within the veterinary community.
About the Conference
For many years, the ČAVLMZ Annual Conference has been one of the most important professional gatherings of veterinary practitioners in the Czech Republic. Each year, it brings together hundreds of professionals from clinical practice, academia, and industry, creating a unique environment for knowledge sharing, continuing education, and professional development.
Traditionally focused on small animal veterinary medicine, the conference programme covers current topics, recent advances, and practical insights presented by leading Czech and international specialists. In addition to scientific lectures, participants can take part in thematic workshops, poster presentations, and a variety of educational and social activities.
An integral part of the conference is the partner exhibition, where attendees can explore the latest developments in veterinary pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, clinical equipment, and other products and services supporting modern veterinary practice. The combination of a high-quality scientific programme, industry participation, and personal interaction creates the distinctive atmosphere that has become a hallmark of the conference.
However, the conference is about more than education alone. Above all, it is about people. It is a place to meet colleagues, business partners, and experts whom you might never encounter in your everyday professional life. It is where inspiring ideas are shared and meaningful conversations take place.
You will leave with new knowledge, valuable professional connections, and the confidence that your time at the conference was an investment well worth making.
*This event is accredited within the Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programme.
Registration
Registration fees are listed inclusive of 21% VAT.
*The Early Bird registration rate is available until 31 July 2026 only and will not be extended.
The registration fee for veterinarians, veterinary nurses, and students includes:
- access to the professional program on November 21–22, 2026
- access to the exhibition
- access to the poster session
- refreshments during coffee breaks
- lunches
- conference materials, including the Final Online Program and Proceedings of Abstracts (available online on the website)
- certificate of attendance
*The social evening is NOT INCLUDED IN THE REGISTRATION FEE.
Please note:
The registration fee must be paid by the deadline for early and late registration. If payment is not received by the deadline, your registration fee will be automatically increased.
Cancellation of registration:
The conference secretariat must be notified of cancellation of participation in the event in writing via email to konference@cavlmz.cz. Cancellations by phone will not be accepted. Any refunds will be processed after the conference concludes.
The following cancellation terms will apply after registration is canceled:
Cancellation date Cancellation fee
- by July 18, 2026: no cancellation fee, only a handling fee of 300 CZK
- from July 19 to September 19, 2026: 50% of the registration fee
- from September 20, 2026: 100% of the registration fee
Name change:
If you are unable to attend the event, you may send a colleague in your place. The administrative fee for a name change is 200 CZK. Requests for name changes must be sent by email to konference@cavlmz.cz. Name changes are not possible after November 17, 2026.
Payment with Points
Just like last year, you’ll be able to redeem points from Samohýl, Noviko (Covetrus), and Cymedica. So if you have any points with one of these companies, please don’t hesitate to contact us at konference@cavlmz.cz and we will redeem them for you.
Programme
This year's conference will offer two full days of scientific sessions divided into several thematic streams. We are preparing lectures delivered by leading Czech and international experts across the key areas of veterinary medicine.
The conference programme is currently being finalised and may be subject to further updates and additions. Participants will be informed of any programme developments and updates as they become available.
MVDr. Martin Havlíček, MACVSc, FANZCVS
Dr. Diego Lessa DVM, Ph.D
Francesca Del Baldo DVM, PhD, Dipl. ECVIM-CA
Andrea Corsini, Med Vet, PhD, Dipl ECVIM-CA
Workshops
We are also preparing a series of practical workshops, which have traditionally been one of the most popular parts of the conference programme.
We expect them to be scheduled for Thursday and Friday before the main program begins. Once the workshop programme has been finalised, detailed information, including topics and registration options, will be communicated separately.
Posters & Abstracts
An integral part of the conference will also be the Poster Session, providing an opportunity to share interesting case reports, professional experiences, and the results of clinical studies. We believe that this section will once again contribute to valuable scientific discussion and mutual inspiration across the veterinary community.
Detailed information regarding poster submissions and abstract guidelines will be published in a separate information email in the coming weeks.
Speakers
Andrea Corsini
Med Vet, PhD, Dipl ECVIM-CA
Andrea works at the University of Parma, where he currently serves as an Assistant Professor and Researcher, while also leading the Small Animal Internal Medicine Unit at the University's Veterinary Teaching Hospital.
He is the author of numerous scientific publications in international peer-reviewed journals and has contributed to several chapters in veterinary textbooks and regularly speaks at both national and international courses, conferences, and scientific meetings.
His main professional passion and field of research is the clinical endocrinology of dogs and cats.
Francesca Del Baldo
DVM, PhD, Dipl. ECVIM-CA
Francesca is a member of the Executive Board of the Italian Society of Veterinary Internal Medicine (SIMIV) and also serves on the Executive Board of the European Society of Veterinary Endocrinology (ESVE).
She is the author and co-author of numerous scientific publications in both national and international peer-reviewed journals and has contributed to several chapters in veterinary textbooks published in Italy and abroad.
Francesca currently works as a Research Fellow at the Department of Veterinary Medical Sciences, University of Bologna, where she combines clinical work at the Veterinary Teaching Hospital with research in small animal internal medicine, with a particular focus on endocrinology.
MVDr. Martin Havlíček
MACVSc, FANZCVS
Martin is widely regarded as one of the most respected Czech veterinary surgeons working at an international level, having built his career in leading specialist referral centres in Australia and the United Kingdom.
In his lectures, he will provide a practical perspective on the management of complex surgical cases involving the liver and biliary tract, as well as modern techniques and approaches used in leading referral hospitals for head surgery in dogs and cats.
Dr. Diego Lessa
DVM, Ph.D
Dr. Lessa is a globally recognised veterinary cardiologist specialising in advanced diagnostic techniques and interventional cardiology procedures.
Widely regarded as a pioneer in the field of interventional veterinary cardiology, he has played a key role in advancing minimally invasive cardiac treatments in small animals. Participants will have a unique opportunity to learn directly from an innovator who combines cutting-edge clinical practice with academic research at prestigious institutions, including the University of São Paulo (USP), Brazil, and Colorado State University, USA.
Venue
Basic information
The conference will take place at O2 universum, a modern congress and event centre in Prague and one of the leading conference venues in the Czech Republic. The venue offers participants comfortable facilities, state-of-the-art technical equipment, and excellent accessibility by both public transport and car.
How to get to the event
Tram lines 7 and 8 – Aréna Libeň jih stop, located directly in front of the O2 universum entrance.
Tram lines 12 and 31 – Poliklinika Vysočany stop, within walking distance of the venue.
Praha-Libeň and Praha-Vysočany railway stations are located nearby, providing convenient access for participants travelling by train.
Parking
Parking facilities are located within walking distance of the conference venue.
For participants staying at the Clarion Congress Hotel Prague, hotel parking is also available according to the hotel's current pricing policy.
Parking Arena – capacity for up to 1,400 vehicles
Parking Harfa – capacity for up to 1,600 vehicles
Accommodation at Clarion Congress Hotel Prague****
We have secured contracted accommodation at preferential rates for conference participants and partners.
Accommodation Rates
Standard SGL — CZK 2,500 / room / night
Standard DBL — CZK 2,900 / room / night
Executive SGL — CZK 3,300 / room / night
Executive DBL — CZK 3,700 / room / night
The above rates include a buffet breakfast, Wi-Fi access, in-room coffee and tea facilities, access to the Wellness & Fitness Centre between 10:00 and 18:00, and 12% VAT.
Please note that the city tax of CZK 50 per person per night is not included in the accommodation rates.
Parking
Hotel parking is available for guests upon request (approximately 600 parking spaces available; advance reservation of parking spaces is not possible).
CZK 600 / vehicle / day – for accommodated guests
CZK 200 / vehicle / day – for conference participants not staying at the hotel
Do you have any questions?
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at conference@cavlmz.cz. We will be happy to provide further information and answer any questions you may have.