Organizing Committee
The 33rd World Veterinary Congress was convened by the WVC Incheon, KOREA 2017 Organizing Committee, bringing together veterinary leaders and professionals from across the globe for the congress held at Songdo ConvensiA, Incheon, August 27–31, 2017.
Committee Leadership
| Position | Name |
|---|---|
| Congress President | Dr. Woo Taek, Kim |
| Chairman, Organizing Committee | Dr. Joo Wan, Kim |
| Secretary General | Dr. Myung Cheol, Kim |
| Treasurer | Dr. Sung Hwan, Kim |
Scientific Program Committee
| Position | Name |
|---|---|
| Chair, Scientific Program Committee | Dr. Kun Ho, Song |
| Co-Chair | Dr. Chang Woo, Lee |
| Member | Dr. Byeong Chun, Lee |
| Member | Dr. In Hyuk, Kwon |
| Member | Dr. Jong Taek, Kim |
| Member | Dr. Ki Dong, Eom |
| Member | Dr. Min Su, Kim |
| Member | Dr. Seong Jun, Park |
| Member | Dr. Sung Hwan, Kim |
| Member | Dr. Tae Ho, Chung |
| Member | Dr. Young Joo, Kim |
International Advisory Board
| Position | Name |
|---|---|
| Member | Dr. David E. Swayne (USA) |
| Member | Dr. Joaquim Segalés (Spain) |
| Member | Dr. Anthony T. Blikslager (USA) |
| Member | Dr. Frank J. M. Verstraete (USA) |
| Member | Dr. Kyoung Jin Yoon (USA) |
| Member | Dr. Kate Hodgson (Canada) |
| Member | Dr. Jeff Bender (USA) |
| Member | Dr. Hamish Rodger (Ireland) |
| Member | Dr. Geraldine Blanchard (France) |
| Member | Dr. David A. Wilkie (USA) |
| Member | Dr. Kazuto Yamashita (Japan) |
| Member | Dr. Juergen Rehage (Germany) |
| Member | Dr. Douglas J. DeBoer (USA) |
| Member | Dr. Lowell Ackerman (USA) |
| Member | Dr. Bryan Emmett Ogden (USA) |
| Member | Dr. Donald King (USA) |
For registration inquiries, please contact the organizing committee or email reg@wvc2017korea.com.
The 33rd World Veterinary Congress brought together a distinguished group of veterinary professionals from around the world to serve on its organizing committee. This dedicated team worked tirelessly to coordinate every aspect of the event, from scientific programming to logistical arrangements. The committee's leadership structure ensured that diverse expertise was represented across all planning areas, creating a comprehensive and well-organized congress experience for all participants.
The scientific program committee played a pivotal role in shaping the intellectual content of the congress. Veterinary experts from various disciplines collaborated to develop a program that addressed the most pressing issues in animal health and welfare. Topics ranged from clinical medicine and surgery to public health and food safety, reflecting the broad scope of modern veterinary practice and the interconnected nature of animal and human health.
International collaboration was at the heart of this veterinary congress, with participants representing numerous countries and professional organizations. The gathering served as a platform for sharing knowledge, discussing emerging challenges, and strengthening global veterinary networks. Such international exchanges are essential for advancing veterinary medicine and promoting animal welfare standards across borders, benefiting both animals and society as a whole.
The congress venue provided an ideal setting for professional development and networking. Attendees had the opportunity to attend scientific sessions, participate in workshops, and explore the exhibition hall where the latest innovations in veterinary medicine were showcased. These interactions fostered meaningful connections between practitioners, researchers, and educators from different regions and specialties within the veterinary field.
Continuing education remained a central focus throughout the congress, with numerous sessions designed to update practicing veterinarians on the latest advances in their field. From diagnostic imaging and anesthesia to infectious disease management and nutrition, the program offered valuable learning opportunities across many specialties. This commitment to professional development helped ensure that attendees returned to their practices with enhanced knowledge and skills.