MVMA Surgery Suite at the Minnesota State Fair

The MVMA Surgery Suite was started in 1992. Surgeries are performed at 10 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m., and 4 p.m. This is an opportunity to educate the public about surgery and veterinary medicine as well as the importance of spaying and neutering pets. Each half-day volunteer shift has spots for one surgeon, one technician, and one DVM student on the surgery team and one DVM and one DVM student on the moderator team. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to give the public an up-close view of a segment of the work you do!

Now Seeking 2025 Volunteers!

 Click below to secure your shift
2025 Volunteer Sign-Up Form

Volunteer Calendar

*calendar is updated every Monday*

 

Please download and review the volunteer information below: 

MODERATOR SCRIPT
SURGEON INFORMATION
STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES
TECHNICIAN RESPONSIBILITIES

 

 

Need Directions? Click to view a map of the Fairgrounds. Specific instructions also included in your mailed volunteer packet. 

 If you are not a volunteer, please stop by the exhibit and support this important public education event!