Annual International Conference on TCVM

Attend clinical research talks and network with global TCVM practitioners

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Conference Overview

Join Chi University and the World Association of TCVM for the 28th Annual International Conference on TCVM (ICTCVM), taking place at Chi University in Reddick, Florida, from November 5–8, 2026 (Thursday–Sunday). Experience cutting-edge lectures, hands-on learning opportunities, and meaningful networking with colleagues and leading experts in the field of integrative veterinary medicine.

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Main Theme

This year’s conference theme, Integrative Veterinary Medicine for Gastrointestinal, Hepatobiliary, and Musculoskeletal Disorders, highlights practical applications and emerging approaches in integrative veterinary medicine across diverse and clinically relevant areas of practice

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Workshops


Enhance your conference experience with two days of hands-on workshops. Participants can choose from seven specialized workshops covering a range of species and clinical applications. Led by experienced instructors, these sessions provide guided, interactive learning focused on real-world techniques. Attendees who register for multiple workshops can also take advantage of special discounted pricing, making it easy to deepen your learning across multiple topics and species.

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Information for Presenters

  • Selection notifications sent: April 15, 2026
  • Final full paper submission deadline: June 1, 2026
  • Conference registration deadline: September 1, 2026
  • PowerPoint presentation submission deadline: September 1, 2026

For additional information, please contact conference@chiu.edu or call 1-800-860-1543, extension 421.

Conference Highlights

Two days of lectures and two days of rotating workshops

Learn from the world renown TCVM experts

Meet & network with TCVM practitioners from all over the world

1 complimentary banquet ticket per on-site attendee

Complimentary conference proceedings

Annual International Conference on TCVM

Taught in English

For veterinarians & veterinary students

Conference Lectures

Workshops

Keynote Speakers

Cynthia Lankenau graduated from Cornell’s Veterinary College in 1981 and joined a 99% dairy practice in upstate NY with a total love of working with small dairy farms. In the attempt to expand her practice knowledge, she joined the Peace Corps and worked in Malawi, Africa in 1984-1985, returning to the US to join a mixed animal practice in western NY. With the decline of family farms in NY, and seeing an incredible increase in chronic diseases, Dr. Lankenau started down the path of alternative medicine; starting with acupuncture training in 1991 (IVAS), started herbal training in western herbs in 1993, Chinese herbs in 1995; chiropractic (AVCA) and homeopathic (AVH) training in 1995. She has completed Chi’s MS (TCVM); CIVT’s Western Graduate Herbal program, and Chinese herbal degree; is a registered herbalist (RH) through the American Herbal Guild. She has finished David Winston’s professional herbal training and graduate class. She has studied Classical Chinese Herbal medicine with Dr. Evan Rabinowitz and Jeffrey Yuen. She is a past president of the VBMA, Secretary/treasurer of the ACVBM, founder of the NY CAVMA, and on the board of WATCVM. Since 1993, she has practiced in a solo 100% alternative modality mixed animal practice.

Dr. Ronald Koh, originally from Malaysia, earned his veterinary degree in Taiwan and has been practicing in the United States since 2009. He is a board-certified specialist in Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation with advanced expertise in pain management, acupuncture, manual therapy, TCVM, and integrative medicine.

Dr. Koh is the founder of the canine rehabilitation veterinary certification (CCRV) program at Chi University and serves as a professor there. He previously held faculty positions as clinical assistant professor at LSU School of Veterinary Medicine and later as clinical associate professor of Integrative Medicine at UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine.

He holds multiple certifications in acupuncture (CVA), rehabilitation (CCRP, CCRV), pain management (CVPP), medical manipulation (CVMMP), herbal therapy (CVCH), food therapy (CVFT), Tui-na (CVTP), and hospice and palliative care (CHPV), and integrative veterinary cancer care (IVCCP-pending). His professional passions include managing chronic diseases, chronic pain, mobility dysfunction, cancer, and advancing the use of musculoskeletal ultrasound, with the ultimate goal of restoring mobility and enhancing quality of life for animals through a multimodal, holistic approach.

A sought-after national and international speaker, Dr. Koh regularly presents at conferences and teaches workshops not only across North America but also throughout Asia and European countries. He has authored numerous book chapters and peer-reviewed publications on topics including acupuncture, TCVM, rehabilitation, pain management, laser therapy, and integrative medicine.

Outside of his professional life, he enjoys hiking, traveling, and exploring diverse cultures. Fun fact: Dr. Koh speaks five languages—English, Mandarin, Hakka, Cantonese, and Malay.

Enrollment Options

Semester

2026

Schedule & Tuition

Canine Conference Lectures
Equine Conference Lectures
Integrative Approach to Feline Medicine and Feline Acupuncture
Canine Topographic Acupuncture
Electro Acupuncture, Scalp Acupuncture and Laser Therapy in Dogs
Integrative Approach for Canine Rehab
Equine TCVM Scanning and Lameness Diagnosis
Equine Sports Medicine and EVMM
Acupuncture in Exotic Animals

Payment Information

A $100.00 non-refundable course deposit is charged upon enrollment to reserve your seat.

Payment is due 90 days before the start date of each session, course, or event.

Discounts

WATCVM Member Discount

-$70.00

Enroll by May 31, 2026

-$150.00 Per Lecture

Register for Both Conference Lectures

-$200.00

Register for 3 workshops

-$100.00

Register for 4 workshops

-$200.00

Register for 5 workshops

-$300.00

Register for 6 workshops

-$450.00

Register for 7 workshops

-$600.00

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Frequently Asked Questions

You will get 4 months of access to this online course. The course can be accessed through our learning portal.