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2027 VLSS Theme: Smart Surgery Symposium
Join us for the 2027 Veterinary Laser Surgery Symposium (VLSS), May 14-15, 2027, in Nashville, TN. This year’s Smart Surgery Symposium will focus on surgical technique, clinical decision-making, and practical applications of CO2 laser surgery in veterinary medicine.
The program will feature lectures, case discussions, demonstrations, and hands-on learning, with special emphasis on BOAS surgery, veterinary dermatology, and techniques veterinarians can apply in everyday practice.
Featured Topics
BOAS
The BOAS program will explore practical surgical approaches to brachycephalic airway disease, including early intervention strategies for general practitioners and CO2 laser techniques for procedures such as staphylectomy and ala-vestibuloplasty.
Faculty will share surgical approaches, cases, and lessons from their own experience managing brachycephalic patients.
Veterinary Dermatology
The veterinary dermatology program will examine common and challenging conditions in which CO2 laser surgery can be an important clinical tool.
Planned topics include masses, follicular cysts, chronic pododermatitis, interdigital cysts, otitis-related applications, and techniques for working in difficult anatomical locations such as the perianal, periocular, and interdigital regions.
Hands-On CO2 Laser Labs
VLSS 2027 will also include optional hands-on CO2 laser labs for veterinarians at different levels of experience.
Guided sessions will focus on foundational skills, technique refinement, tissue response, hemostasis, procedure planning, and efficient surgical workflow. Attendees will also explore technologies such as SmartSet Technology and specialized clinical applications.
Tentative Schedule
Friday, May 14
7:00 am – 8:00 am – Catered Breakfast
8:00 am – 11:50 am – Lectures
12:15 pm – 1:15 pm – Catered Lunch
1:15 pm – 5:15 pm – Breakout Sessions
5:30 – 7:30 pm – Cocktail Party Reception
Saturday, May 15
7:00 am – 8:00 am – Catered Breakfast
8:00 am – 11:55 am – Breakout Sessions
11:55 am – 12:55 pm – Catered Lunch
12:55 pm – 4:50 pm – Lectures
A detailed schedule will be announced at a later date.
Continuing Education Credits
This program will be submitted for RACE continuing education credits. For your reference, the 2026 symposium was approved for 13.25 CE hours.
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Registration discounts are available for ALSC members.
| Registration Date | Member Price | Non-Member Price |
|---|---|---|
| Ends February 28, 2027 | $999 | $1,099 |
| Starting March 1, 2027 | $1,250 | $1,350 |
Space is limited.
The Venue
Hilton Nashville Downtown
121 4th Ave S
Nashville, TN 37201
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Hilton Nashville Downtown places attendees in the heart of Music City, across from the Country Music Hall of Fame. Broadway’s honky-tonks, Music City Center, restaurants, entertainment, and downtown attractions are all just steps away.
The program was very well organized with incredible speakers. This is one of the best seminars I’ve attended.
I’ve enjoyed it a lot. I’ve learned a lot about the physics of how a laser actually works… Some very good interactions with some very experienced faculty. It was very valuable for me.
There was a good range of presenters. I liked the fact that they were from different places around the world… A real practical variety to draw on people’s experiences. I thought it was excellent.
I look forward to implementing what I learned here. Please continue your excellent efforts to spread the word about the ALSC and its RACE approval. I look forward to seeing even more vets next year. It was a great pleasure joining you all again, seeing old friends and meeting new ones. Congratulations!
Interested in exhibiting at this event?
A couple of spots are still available. Please visit the Exhibitor/Sponsorship page.
Dining & Drinks Experience
Enjoy catered breakfasts, lunches, coffee, and snacks both days. On Friday evening, connect with colleagues at a catered cocktail reception with specialty beverages and hors d’oeuvres—an easy setting for conversation, networking, and sharing takeaways.
Don’t miss the VLSS 2027—an annual symposium focused on learning directly from experienced clinicians and bringing back protocols you can use immediately.
*Information, terms, and conditions in this communication are subject to change without prior notice. Refunds after June 30, 2026, will incur a 20% processing fee. No refunds after April 30, 2027. Registration ends on May 12, 2027.