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Thursday, October 1 from 12 pm-1 pm-Swine FAD Prep for the Non-Swine Vet
This webinar is FREE and open to all within the veterinary community-Earn 1 CE medical credit
This webinar will highlight key topics that are explored in-depth in the online course, Swine FAD Prep for the Non-Swine Vet. With speakers from the USDA, MN BAH, and National Pork Board, veterinarians and other animal health professionals will learn more about the current status of swine foreign animal diseases (FADs) across the globe and why they are important to Minnesota farmers, national programs that can help veterinarians and farmers with biosecurity and disease preparedness, and how and when to report a suspect FAD in Minnesota. This webinar is presented by the University of Minnesota Center for Animal Health and Food Safety and the Minnesota Veterinary Medical Association, and is supported through the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service’s National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program.
Speakers
 Lydia Carpenter, DVM, MPH, DACVPM, Veterinary Medical Officer, Swine Health Team-Aquaculture, Swine, Equine, and Poultry Health Center, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) Veterinary Services (VS)
Dr. Carpenter received her MPH (Infectious Diseases) from Virginia Tech, DVM from Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, and is board certified with the American College of Veterinary Preventive Medicine. Following graduation, she worked as a field veterinarian with Texas Animal Health Commission before joining APHIS VS in 2020. She currently serves as a Disease Reporting Officer on one of VS’ Incident Management Teams and has deployed for virulent Newcastle Disease, COVID-19, highly pathogenic avian influenza, and New World Screwworm responses.
 Patrick Webb, DVM, Assistant Chief Veterinarian, National Pork Board
Dr. Webb joined the National Pork Board in 2005. He is a nationally recognized visionary, leader, and communicator with over 22 years of experience driving progress to elevate the level of prevention, preparedness, and response for foreign and emerging diseases at the industry, state, and federal levels.
 Erik Jopp, DVM, Assistant Director, Minnesota Board of Animal Health
Dr. Jopp graduated from the University of Minnesota, College of Veterinary Medicine in 1999. He worked in a mixed animal practice in Central Minnesota for 12 years focusing in large animal medicine, primarily dairy medicine. Dr. Jopp then went on to work with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture in the Dairy and Meat Inspection Division for 11 years as the field veterinarian and supervisor. He started with the Board in May of 2022 as Assistant Director and currently oversees the Senior Veterinarians and Emergency Planning.
 Sarah Neuser, DVM, DACVPM, Veterinary Public Health and Preventive Medicine Resident, Center for Animal Health and Food Safety (CAHFS), University of Minnesota
Sarah Neuser is a currently completing a Master of Public Health degree at the University of Minnesota. Prior to residency, she practiced companion animal medicine in Arizona and served in leadership roles at the Humane Society of Southern Arizona, where she led medical and operational programs supporting shelter and community animal health while working to expand access to veterinary care. Her work focuses on the intersection of animal, human, and environmental health. During her residency, she has contributed to projects involving disease surveillance, emergency preparedness, and the development of educational resources to strengthen animal health and veterinary preparedness.
More about Swine FAD Prep for the Non-Swine Vet
Swine FAD Prep for the Non-Swine Vet is an online course that aims to provide practicing veterinarians with limited swine experience the awareness and knowledge to recognize and report swine foreign animal diseases (FADs). Across 6 modules, veterinarians will gain a practical understanding of some of the most important FADs of pigs, how to help their clients be prepared, and what to do if they ever suspect an FAD. This course is presented by the University of Minnesota Center for Animal Health and Food Safety, and is provided free of charge through the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service’s National Animal Disease Preparedness and Response Program. Each module is worth 1-2 continuing education credits each. The course is intended for practicing veterinarians in the United States who are not swine-specific but would like to increase their awareness and preparation for swine foreign animal diseases. All veterinarians of all experience levels and backgrounds are encouraged to take this course. Modules will be released throughout Fall 2026 with sign-up to come.
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