The feedback is in—and it’s clear: SWVS.25 delivered. From high-quality CE to powerful connections in the New Mexico Community Lounge, this year’s Southwest Veterinary Symposium gave our state’s veterinary professionals a meeting worth celebrating.
By the Numbers
- Average CE rating: 4.6 / 5 — participants praised the depth, relevance, and real-world applicability of sessions.
- Likelihood to recommend: 8.9 / 10 — showing strong enthusiasm for future attendance.
- New Mexico Community Lounge impact: 86% of NM Attendees visited the Lounge for networking, rest, and updates from AVMA representatives and candidates.
- What attendees said:
- “The CE with Dr. Seim was excellent.”
- “The great CE content, opportunity to work with veterinarians I haven’t seen in a while, and the fun committee events.”
- “Continuing to promote SWVS to NM vets as the best large CE meeting they can attend, and focusing on educational opportunities for the whole team.”
- “It’s already pretty darn good! … the CE offerings are much broader. I think the benefit is quite worth it.”
- # of New Mexico Attendees: Total: 73 | DVM: 52 | Techs: 13 | Practice Managers & Office Staff: 7
Representation That Matters
New Mexico continues to be well represented on both the SWVS Board of Managers and Continuing Education Committee, ensuring that CE doesn’t just “check boxes.” Our leaders actively shape content that keeps New Mexico veterinary teams at the forefront of clinical and professional advancement.
Why It Matters
SWVS isn’t just about education—it’s about advocacy, community, and opportunity.
The meeting helps fuel NMVMA’s advocacy work, provides scholarships for Early Career Professionals, and offers deep member discounts to make attendance accessible for all. The New Mexico Community Lounge—open to every veterinary professional—serves as the heart of connection, collaboration, and state pride.
Looking Ahead to SWVS.26
Next year, we’re taking this momentum to San Antonio with a bigger, bolder New Mexico presence. Expect enhanced networking, expanded Lounge activities, and fresh opportunities to get involved. Whether you’re a student, technician, veterinarian, or practice leader—your voice and presence matter.
Let’s make SWVS.26 the strongest showing yet for New Mexico.
Together, we learn. Together, we lead. Together, we grow.
Why Attend SWVS.26