Plan your PES 2026 experience with ease. Use the navigation links below to explore the full conference schedule, browse hands-on wet lab opportunities, meet this year’s equine veterinary speakers, and view special events happening throughout the conference.
Choose What You Want to Explore
Plan your PES 2026 experience with ease. Use the navigation links below to explore the full conference schedule, browse hands-on wet lab opportunities, meet this year’s equine veterinary speakers, and view special events happening throughout the conference.
Full Conference Schedule
Plan your PES 2026 experience with confidence. Browse the full conference schedule to see what’s happening each day and choose the lectures that best support your equine veterinary interests and goals.
*Schedule subject to change
Full Conference Schedule
Plan your PES 2026 experience with confidence. Browse the full conference schedule to see what’s happening each day and choose the lectures that best support your equine veterinary interests and goals.
*Schedule subject to change
Wet Lab Schedule
Explore the new wet lab opportunity and learn more about this hands-on experience designed for equine veterinary professionals. Review the schedule details and plan to make the most of this interactive learning session.
*Wet Lab schedule subject to change
Wet Lab Schedule
Explore the new wet lab opportunity and learn more about this hands-on experience designed for equine veterinary professionals. Review the schedule details and plan to make the most of this interactive learning session.
*Wet Lab schedule subject to change
A Complete Approach from Lameness Diagnosis to Rehabilitation of the Sport HorseThursday, October 15, 2026
Long-term performance in equine athletes depends largely on early detection and diagnosis of locomotor issues. In this year’s hands-on wet lab, seasoned experts will guide two groups of attendees through multiple stations, covering the entire process of assessing, diagnosing, and treating lameness.
How the Lab Works:
Instructors and Wet Labs
Registration Note: Capacity is strictly limited to 36 total participants (18 per session block) to maintain a 6:1 participant-to-instructor ratio for optimal hands-on practice. Reserve your morning or afternoon session early. Complimentary shuttle transportation is provided to and from the conference hotel.
Wet Lab Location
Palm Beach Equine
13125 Southfield Rd.
Wellington, FL 33414
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Group A – Morning Session
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Group B – Afternoon session
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| 6:45 a.m. | Shuttle to Wet Lab Venue* |
| 7:30–8 a.m. | Breakfast |
| 8–9 a.m. | Dr. Schabel Lecture (Group Lecture |
| 9:10–10 a.m. | Station 1 (Rehab / Lameness / Imaging) |
| 10:05–10:55 a.m. | Station 2 (Rehab / Lameness / Imaging) |
| 11–11:50 a.m. | Station 3 (Rehab / Lameness / Imaging) |
| 12–12:50 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1 p.m. | Shuttle to Hotel |
| 10:30 a.m. | Shuttle to Wet Lab Venue* |
| 12–12:50 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1–2 p.m. | Dr. Schabel Lecture (Group Lecture) |
| 2:10–3 p.m. | Station 1 (Rehab / Lameness / Imaging) |
| 3:05–3:55 p.m. | Station 2 (Rehab / Lameness / Imaging) |
| 4–4:55 p.m. | Station 3 (Rehab / Lameness / Imaging) |
| 5:15 p.m. | Shuttle to Hotel |
Thank You to Our Wet Lab Sponsor
Thank You to Our Wet Lab Sponsor
Thank you to our Additional Support Sponsors
Thank you to our Additional
Support Sponsors
Speakers & Instructors
Learn from experienced equine veterinary speakers and instructors bringing specialized knowledge to PES 2026. Browse this year’s lineup and get to know the professionals leading your lectures and hands-on learning experience.
Speakers & Instructors
Learn from experienced equine veterinary speakers and instructors bringing specialized knowledge to PES 2026. Browse this year’s lineup and get to know the professionals leading your lectures and hands-on learning experience.
AAVSB/RACE Information
This program (#20-1385637) is RACE-approved for continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval. Each 50-minute lecture is equal to one (1) continuing education credit. Veterinarians may earn up to 31 hours of continuing education credit. Veterinary technicians may earn up to 7 hours of continuing education credit.
For your convenience in recording your CE hours, one certificate will be included in your registration packet. It is your responsibility to document the sessions you attend and the number of hours you receive. Conference attendees’ CE hours will be reported to the American Association of Veterinary State Boards/RACE program through CE Broker.
Stop settling for theory and
embrace equine mastery
Stop Settling for Theory.
Embrace Equine Mastery.
Experience the education, innovation, and professional connections that make the Promoting Excellence Symposium a leading event in equine medicine.
Special Events
*Special events subject to change
Welcome Reception
Thursday, October 15 | 6 – 8 P.M.
Exhibit Hall Happy Hour
Friday, October 16 | 3:30 – 4:30 P.M. | Exhibit Hall
Step back from the impersonal world of emails and phone calls. Instead, meet face-to-face with potential suppliers in a relaxed environment designed to encourage open communication. Discover the latest equine medical innovations to improve patient outcomes, shorten recovery times, and enhance long-term performance.
A complimentary drink ticket and hors d’oeuvres will be provided.
PES Raffle
Saturday, October 17 | 1:15 P.M. | Exhibit Hall
Your Entrepreneurial Reward: Potential Partners & Prizes
Build valuable connections with the equine industry’s top companies while exploring the latest products, services, and innovations. Complete the raffle handout by visiting participating exhibitors for a chance to win exciting prizes during Saturday’s raffle drawing.
Earn an extra raffle ticket by visiting participating exhibitors during Friday’s Exhibit Hall Happy Hour for an additional chance to win.
Special Events
Experience the Power of Connection: Rejuvenate, Recharge, and Reconnect
You spend nearly eight hours a day in lectures, enhancing your knowledge and equine mastery. But what happens when the sessions end? True professional growth happens when we step out of the classroom and meet face-to-face with our fellow practitioners.
*Special events subject to change
Welcome Reception
Thursday, October 15 | 6 – 8 P.M.
Your Connection to Deeper Community Starts Here
Welcome Reception Theme: Palm Beach Chic
Trade real-world cases for real-world connection as you kick off the 21st Annual Promoting Excellence Symposium. Reconnect with colleagues, meet new peers, and explore the latest innovations in equine and sport-horse medicine.
Your registration includes a complimentary drink ticket provided at the Registration Desk.
Exhibit Hall Happy Hour
Friday, October 16 | 3:30 – 4:30 P.M.
Exhibit Hall
Explore Advanced Equine Products and Connect with Potential Suppliers
Step back from the impersonal world of emails and phone calls. Meet face-to-face with potential suppliers in a relaxed environment designed to encourage open communication.
A complimentary drink ticket and hors d’oeuvres will be provided.
PES Raffle
Saturday, October 17 | 1:15 P.M.
Exhibit Hall
Your Entrepreneurial Reward: Potential Partners & Prizes
Build valuable connections with the equine industry’s top companies while exploring the latest products, services, and innovations.
Earn an extra raffle ticket by visiting participating exhibitors during Friday’s Exhibit Hall Happy Hour.
Special Events
*Special events subject to change
Welcome Reception
Thursday, October 15 | 6 – 8 P.M.
Exhibit Hall Happy Hour
Friday, October 16 | 3:30 – 4:30 P.M. | Exhibit Hall
Step back from the impersonal world of emails and phone calls. Instead, meet face-to-face with potential suppliers in a relaxed environment designed to encourage open communication. Discover the latest equine medical innovations to improve patient outcomes, shorten recovery times, and enhance long-term performance.
A complimentary drink ticket and hors d’oeuvres will be provided.
PES Raffle
Saturday, October 17 | 1:15 P.M. | Exhibit Hall
Your Entrepreneurial Reward: Potential Partners & Prizes
Build valuable connections with the equine industry’s top companies while exploring the latest products, services, and innovations. Complete the raffle handout by visiting participating exhibitors for a chance to win exciting prizes during Saturday’s raffle drawing.
Earn an extra raffle ticket by visiting participating exhibitors during Friday’s Exhibit Hall Happy Hour for an additional chance to win.