HVC 2026 - April 11, 2026
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Welcome to the Houston Venom Conference! We are heading to Texas - the land of copperheads, coral snakes and diamondbacks! Join us for a day learning about venom and envenomations.
Mark your calendars for the Houston Venom Conference on April 11th hosted by the Asclepius Snakebite Foundation. This year, we will host it at the Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District, followed by an exclusive evening at the Houston Zoo's Reptile and Amphibian House. Human and veterinarian CE will be available.
CE credits for human healthcare workers and 6.5 hours of RACE credits for veterinary workers, will be available. We will also be offering FAWM credits for Wilderness Medical Society eligible members.
Saturday, April 11th, 2026
8:00 am to 4:00 pm CDT, reception to follow for in-person attendees.
The Westin Houston Medical Center/Museum District
CE for human healthcare workers and 6.5 hours of RACE credits for veterinary workers, will be available. Also, don't forget Wilderness Medicine Society FAWM credits!
In-person and Virtual options available.
2026 Houston Venom Conference Details
Speakers and Agenda
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Welcome! Meet the ASF
Jason Folt, MD
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The Global Burden of Snakebite
Ray Morgan
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Rattlesnakes Gone Wild!
Emily Taylor, PhD
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Therapeutic Use of Venom
Spencer Greene, MD
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Arthropods of Southeast Texas
Bryan Wilson, MD
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Envenomations in Pets
Cory Woliver, DVM
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Captive and Veterinary Care for Venomous Snakes
David Jeffrey, BVMS
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My Experience with Asian Snakes
Ben German, MD
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The Role of Varespladib in Treating Snake Envenomation
Charles Gerardo, MD
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Perils of Snakebite Mismanagement
Meghan Spyers, MD
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In-hospital Management of Snake Envenomation
Nick Brandehoff, MD
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Venomous Critters of the Gulf
Karen Muschler, DO
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Patient Panel
Review
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Ask the Experts
Open to All
Reception Details
Time: 4:30pm - 8:00pm CDT
Reception at the Houston Zoo in the Reptile & Amphibian House with zoo access and a behind-the-scenes experience at the reptile house.
Drinks and Appetizers are available.
Our Hosts and Sponsors
Book your hotel with our discounted HVC rates at The Westin Houston Medical Center!