Free CE Webinar to Spotlight 10 Overlooked POC Tests in Veterinary Practice
Vet and Tech announces the next session in its Learn at Lunch webinar series powered by DVM Central, focused on underused point-of-care diagnostics. This free CE webinar covers ten veterinary POC tests that are already commercially available but underused in general practice.
Hosted by Vet and Tech and led by Dr. Bonnie Bragdon, the Learn at Lunch session takes place on August 20, 2026, at 1:00 PM US Eastern Time and is RACE-approved for 0.5 CE.
By the end of the session, attendees will gain practical insights into selecting, interpreting, and applying point-of-care tests in everyday veterinary practice.
Why POC Tests in Veterinary Medicine Matter
Reference lab turnaround still drives the pace of many clinical decisions, even when a patient's condition calls for an answer immediately. That delay affects treatment timing, hospitalization decisions, and client communication. Veterinary point-of-care analyzers exist to close that gap, but many of the specific tests capable of doing so remain unfamiliar to general practice teams.
Point of care testing gives veterinary teams faster access to diagnostic information. Even so, knowing which test to use, how reliable the results are, and when a reference laboratory is still the better option can be challenging.
This session gives attendees a clinical framework for making that call, covering how to evaluate veterinary POC test accuracy, when in-house veterinary diagnostic testing is appropriate, and when a sample still belongs at the reference lab.
Webinar Details
- Date: August 20, 2026
- Time: 1:00 PM (US Eastern Time)
- CE Credits: 0.5 RACE-approved CE credit
- Category: Internal Medicine
- Instructor: Dr. Bonnie Bragdon
Webinar Agenda
In this session, attendees will learn how to:
- Evaluate key measures of test accuracy when assessing new point-of-care tests.
- Explore new point-of-care diagnostic analyzer technology and its role in guiding patient care decisions.
- Determine when to perform in-clinic veterinary diagnostics versus sending samples to a reference laboratory.
- Interpret veterinary point of care test results commonly used in clinical practice.
Who Should Attend
- Veterinarians
- Veterinary technicians
- Practice managers
- Veterinary students
- Veterinary professionals interested in diagnostics and technology
Free e-Gift Card
Twenty lucky Learn at Lunch participants will each win a $50 raffle prize, generously sponsored by Center Point BioTech.
Registration Details
Veterinary professionals can register for this Learn at Lunch session directly on the live webinar page, “10 POC tests flying under the radar”. Attendees who complete the live session can request a certificate of completion afterward.
For more sessions, clinical updates, and industry developments, visit the Vet Tech’s webinar page and explore the full schedule of upcoming CE events.
About the Instructor
Dr. Bonnie Bragdon brings 20+ years of veterinary and animal health industry experience to the session. Her career has centered on translating new scientific developments into veterinary diagnostic tools clinics can actually use, with a consistent focus on making sure the data behind new technology is understood correctly at the point of care.
About Vet and Tech
Vet and Tech is a live webinar hub and online learning platform built for veterinary professionals. It provides free, RACE-approved CE webinars, practical clinical resources, and the latest veterinary industry news for veterinarians, veterinary technicians, and clinic teams.
By bringing together expert education and real-world clinical insight, Vet and Tech supports lifelong learning and advances animal care worldwide.
FAQs
How many CE credits does this webinar offer?
The webinar offers 0.5 CE credit.
Is this webinar RACE-approved?
Yes, the session is RACE-approved.
Who is the instructor?
Dr. Bonnie Bragdon, Chief Commercial Officer of CenterPoint Bio Tech, leads the session.
Is this webinar part of Learn at Lunch?
Yes. The August 20, 2026 session on point-of-care testing is a Learn at Lunch webinar.
