FELINE SYMPOSIUM

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A must-attend event for feline medicine enthusiasts

Each year, the International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM) hosts a specialized symposium with the support of GEMFE – the Feline Medicine Working Group of AVEPA, and in collaboration with Hill’s Pet Nutrition.

This event brings together top-level international speakers to discuss current topics, clinical advances, and practical approaches in feline medicine.

A unique opportunity to stay up to date and connect with fellow professionals passionate about feline health.

Scientific Programme

THURSDAY 19 November 2026

09.00 - 09:45 Hypercalcemia Management in Cats. Eva Furrow

Learning Objectives:

Know the prevalence of hypercalcemia in cats and its association with chronic kidney disease and urolithiasis.
Be able to create diagnostic and management plans for hypercalcemic cats.

09:45 - 10:30 Tips and Tricks for Managing Recurrent Urolith Formers. Eva Furrow

Learning Objectives:

Know which types of uroliths are most likely to recur in cats.
Be able to create a diagnostic plan to identify the causes of recurrent urolith formation.
Learn strategies to prevent urolith recurrence.

10:30 - 11:15 The S.A.F.E. Method for Managing Feline Urethral Obstruction and Updates on Preventing Reobstruction. Jody Lulich

This seminar will focus on the S.A.F.E. method for managing feline urethral obstruction: Stabilization, Accurate Diagnosis, Flushing and not Forcing, and Exteriorizing the urethra caudally.

Strategies to prevent reobstruction will also be discussed, including an updated evidence-based review of pharmacological treatments.

11:15 - 11:45 Coffee Break

11:45 - 12:30 The Role of Nutrition in Managing Feline Idiopathic Cystitis (FIC) and Its Comorbidities. Jody Lulich

This seminar will focus on the management of non-obstructive feline idiopathic cystitis (FIC).

Learning Objectives:

Learn how to use an assessment tool based on time, cost, and impact on the home environment to implement the five pillars of feline wellbeing.
Know the most common comorbidities associated with feline idiopathic cystitis (FIC).
Understand the role of nutrition in managing these comorbidities and its importance within the patient’s overall treatment plan.

12:30 - 13:15 Simplifying Complex Cases: Nutritional Strategies for Cats with CKD and Chronic Enteropathies. Becky Mullis

Speakers

Eva Furrow

Jody Lulich

Becky Mullis

Registration fees to the "Feline Symposium"

ICatCare Members	0€
General Registration	60€

Vat included

What does registration for the Feline Medicine Symposium include?

Access to the room where the Feline Medicine Symposium will be held
Access to the Trade Show on Thursday, the 19th
Congress bag
Certificate of attendance
Coffee service during the break.

NOTE
Registration for the Scientific Programme of the SEVC National Congress is not required to register for the Symposium.