Equine Rehab & Wellness Conference
October 10 - 12, 2025Pinnacle Rehab Center in Fayetteville, Arkansas
Learn From The Best!
Don’t miss this incredible education event and opportunity for at least 9 RACE Approved CE Credits!
The Equine Rehab & Wellness Conference is designed for a wide range of equine professionals, including veterinarians and vet techs looking to earn a minimum of 9 RACE Approved CE credits while deepening their expertise in equine health. It’s also an ideal event for rehabilitation specialists, therapists, trainers, and horse owners who want to stay current on the latest therapy techniques and approaches to equine wellness. This conference highlights the importance of collaboration between veterinarians and rehab professionals, offering practical, hands-on education that supports better outcomes for the horses in their care. Whether you’re focused on treatment, recovery, or performance, this event brings valuable insight and real-world applications to all corners of the equine industry.
Don’t Miss Out!
This event is limited to the first 100 registrants so sign up today!
Secure Your Spot!Our mission is to advance the well-being of horses through evidence-based practices, innovative therapies, and a holistic approach to equine care.
Here’s why you should join us
- CE Accreditation: Earn 9 RACE Approved Continuing Education credits while gaining practical knowledge you can immediately apply in your work with horses.
- Hands-On Workshops: Get off the sidelines and into the action with live demos and small-group sessions designed to help you practice new techniques and treatment approaches.
- Expert Knowledge: Learn from renowned professionals and thought leaders who are at the forefront of equine rehabilitation and wellness.
- Innovative Therapies & Tools: Gain hands-on experience and practical knowledge that you can immediately apply to improve the care and rehabilitation of horses. Learn from experts using tools like underwater treadmills, shockwave therapy, PEMF, and joint injections—modern solutions for real-world equine challenges.
- Networking Opportunities: Connect face-to-face with veterinarians, therapists, facility owners, and trainers in a collaborative setting built for sharing ideas, making referrals, and building long-term relationships.
- 3 Free Meals: Dinner on Friday evening, lunch on Saturday, and brunch on Sunday is all provided.
Keynote Speakers
Dr. Kevin K. Haussler
Kevin K. Haussler, DVM, DC, PhD is a leading researcher in the objective assessment of axial skeleton pain, conservative management of spinal pain and dysfunction, and application of chiropractic techniques in horses. Dr. Haussler is a charter diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation (ACVSMR) and a course instructor for the Equine Rehabilitation Practitioner Certification (CERP) course at the University of Tennessee. He is currently an Associate Professor at Lincoln Memorial University in eastern Tennessee.
Presentations
Friday, Oct. 10 – Creating a collaborative health care team for equine rehabilitation
Saturday, Oct 11 – Hands-on assessment of neck pain and dysfunction in horses
Steve Adair, MS, DVM
Dr. Adair is currently an Associate Professor at the University of Tennessee, in the College of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences
Presentations
Friday, Oct. 10 – Rehab of Equine Tendon and Ligament Injuries
Saturday, Oct 11 – Validity of Equine Rehabilitation Techniques
Dr. Fernando Marques
Dr. Fernando Marqués earned his DVM degree from the University of Buenos Aires. After graduation he stayed in Argentina as a successful practitioner practicing sports medicine on elite dressage and show jumping horses competing at the highest level. Thereafter in 2002. Dr. Marqués completed a 3-year Residency Program at the University of Wisconsin–Madison and became a Board-Certified Specialist in Large Animal Internal Medicine (“Diplomate ACVIM”). Following his residency, he joined the Western College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan as an Associate Professor, where he was one of the Board-Certified Specialist at the Veterinary Medical Centre (VMC). While in Canada, he held important leadership positions such as Assistant Hospital Director for the Large Animal Clinic at the VMC, Chair of the Equine Health Research Fund, and Chair of the Equine Health and Welfare Committee of the Saskatchewan Horse Federation. In 2013, Dr. Marqués was appointed as an Equine Subject Matter Expert by the International Council for Veterinary Assessment. He now serves as a Board of Director At-Large member and past chair for this prestigious organization. In 2016, Dr. Marqués returned to UW-Madison, School of Veterinary Medicine, as a Clinical Associate Professor of Internal Medicine and Equine Sports Medicine. In 2019, Dr. Marqués obtained his second Board Certification as a Specialist and became a Diplomate in the American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation (“Diplomate ACVSMR”). In 2022 Dr. Marqués joined the Palm Beach Equine Clinic providing services in the fields of Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, and Equine Internal Medicine. He works in Wellington, Florida, during the Winter Equestrian Season, and in Georgia and North Carolina during the rest of the year. Dr. Marqués conducted various research projects and authored numerous scientific articles and book chapters in the fields of equine internal and sports medicine. He serves as a scientific reviewer for many peer-reviewed scientific journals. He is frequently invited as a speaker in many National and International Veterinary Seminars and Conferences.
Presentations
Saturday, Oct 11 – Beyond the Surface: Evidence-Based Insights into Equine Aquatic Therapy – Exploring the mechanisms, benefits, and clinical applications of water-based training
Sunday, Oct. 12 – Built for Performance: Equine Exercise Physiology in Action – Exploring the Cutting Edge of Systemic Adaptation and Conditioning
This Conference is Sponsored by
Registration Fee - $500 3 day conference
Company Discount - $425 For companies registering for 3 or more persons
Hotel Information
600 East Van Ashe Drive
Fayetteville, AR 72703
Check-In: 10-10-2025
Check-Out: 10-12-2025
Accommodations Room Rate: $159.00 + tax per room per night
Room rate includes 1 Bistro dinner voucher per night (2 nights) (value: $15.00)
Bistro voucher will have 2 options that include, protein, side item, & drink. Excludes alcohol.
Cutoff date for booking: 9.28.29
Method of Payment: Individual booking with link and individual pay with credit cardGuests can call 479-571-4900 and present this code “HAS“ and reserve their room with the discounted pricing.OR
Why Attend?
Sessions will include the latest advancements and practical techniques in equine rehabilitation and wellness:
- Evidence-based best practices
- Innovative rehab techniques
- Advanced therapeutic technologies
- Nutrition management
This event is for veterinarians, veterinary students, horse owners and trainers, and equine therapists!
- Advance your equine career and calling
- Network with leading professionals
- Discuss collaboration for future projects