UF Veterinary Hospital at WEC
2026 Equine Lecture Series
We are excited to be offering our four-part lecture series again in 2026. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to expand your knowledge and network with like-minded people in the equine industry.
Open to All Horse Enthusiasts
Join us at the University of Florida Veterinary Hospital at WEC for an exciting series of four free lectures that will delve into the world of equine athletics. Our expert panel of veterinarians will share their knowledge on crucial topics that impact the performance and well-being of your equine partner.
Lecture Series Detail
- Location: UF Veterinary Hospital at WEC, 1156 NW 81st Terrace Rd. (adjacent to Barn W)
Ocala, FL 34482 - Time: 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
- Free to the public
- Complimentary food and refreshments will be available
Lecture Dates, Topics & Speakers
January 28, 2026
New Breeding Options and Advance Reproductive Techniques (ART) for the Problem and the Show Mare
Join us on Wednesday, January 28, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m., for our first lecture in our series focused on equine reproduction. Please note that this lecture has changed to Zoom. Click the link below for the Zoom information.
Learn from leading reproductive experts, Maria E. Cadario, DVM, MS, DACT, and Sofia Kovacsy Ispizua, DVM, MSc. Curious to learn more about our esteemed speakers? Read their profiles by clicking below.
February 18, 2026
Heat Stress in the Horse: Prevention and Management
Join us on Wednesday, February 18, from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m., for our second lecture in our series focused on practical strategies for managing heat load in performance horses through nutrition and environmental management. This informative lecture will be located at the UF Veterinary Hospital at WEC, adjacent to Barn W on the WEC property.
Enjoy free food and refreshments while learning from leading experts, Erin Roddy, DVM, from Poseidon Animal Health, and Kelly Vineyard, MS, Ph.D., from Triple Crown Feed. Curious to learn more about our esteemed speakers? Read their profiles by clicking below.
March 11, 2026
Save-the-Date
*Lecture topic and speaker information coming soon!
April 8, 2026
Save-the-Date
*Lecture topic and speaker information coming soon!
Speaker Bios
Click the button below to read more about our speakers for each session.
Sponsors
Thank you to our gracious sponsors!
Interested in sponsoring one or more of the lectures? Click below to learn more about our Sponsorship Package.
