Welcome to SFVMA

SFVMA Membership Enrollment for 2026 is Now Open!

Membership Applications Will be Accepted Until April 15, 2026

Dear colleagues,

Enrollment to apply for or renew your SFVMA membership for 2026 is now open!

SFVMA will be continuing in-person meetings at McCormick and Kuleto’s in San Francisco’s historic Ghirardelli Square. Our quarterly meetings are a great way to meet other veterinarians, commiserate, celebrate our wins, and support each other while getting in some CE, and a delicious meal. They are also a good way to bring your ideas and thoughts to board members to take onto the CVMA. Whether you are a potential new member or renewing your membership, please take a moment to update your contact information (especially the email address to which the newsletter should be directed) by completing a membership application. The membership form may be submitted electronically on our website: 

Dues are $325 per year (for 4 quarterly in-person meetings) per member for 2026. Dues payments may be made with either check (PO Box 320365, SF, CA 94132)  or by PayPal through the invoice forms available on the website. If payment is made for more than one application, please clearly indicate which individuals are included in the payment (this option is also available online, or a list of individuals to be covered may be emailed to the treasurer). Each new or returning member should complete an application regardless of payment method so that their contact information is updated.

Payment is due by April 15, 2026. After this date, payments will be on a “per meeting” basis at $150 per person.

Please also note that we’ve updated our “Payment for Hospitals & Organizations” form. While payment may still be submitted for up to 10 members at a time — each member must also fill out individual application forms with their respective details.

We hope you will join us in 2026!

Warm regards,

Dr. Emily Adamson
SFVMA President
sfvmapresident@gmail.com

Dr. Maggie Li Puma
SFVMA Vice President
sfvmavp@gmail.com

Dr. Karen Truong
SFVMA Treasurer
sfvmatreasurer@gmail.com

Dr. Anne MacFarlane
SFMVA Secretary
sfvmasecretary@gmail.com

Upcoming In-Person CE Meeting — Spring 2026

Thursday, March 19, 2026
6:15pm – 8:30pm

“Expectations and Management Following Chemotherapy

Presented by:

SFAMC and The Farmer’s Dog

Speaker:

Dillon Didehvar VMD, DAVCIM Oncology


Dillon Didehvar VMD, DAVCIM OncologyOriginally from suburban Delaware, Dr. Didehvar (he/him/his) earned his undergraduate degree in animal science at Virginia Tech. He then moved to Philadelphia, where he attended University of Pennsylvania (PennVet) for veterinary school. Dr. Didehvar subsequently completed a one-year general medicine and surgery rotating internship at the Animal Medical Center (AMC) in New York City. Following his passion for cancer treatment, he completed a one-year speciality internship in oncology clinical trials, followed by a three-year medical oncology residency at PennVet.

After completing his residency and achieving board certification, Dr. Didehvar moved to San Francisco to escape the cold winters and explore the outdoors. Dr. Didehvar is particularly interested in treatment of lymphoma/leukemia, anal sac tumors, osteosarcoma, with a focus on patient comfort and quality of life. Outside of work, he enjoys thrift shopping, world travel, leisure reading, and good food.


Agenda

  • 6:15pm – 7:00pm  Check-in and Hors d’oeuvres
  • 7:00pm – 7:30pm  SFVMA Announcements / Updates / Dinner Starts
  • 7:30pm – 8:30pm  CE Lecture


Dinner Menu

Hor d’Oeuvres

  • Prosciutto Wrapped Prawns
  • Char Siu Pork Belly — bahn mi style
  • Pear, Brie, & Caramelized Onion Flatbread(V)

First  —  (choose one)

  • Boom Boom Ahi Nachos — mango, jalapeño, avocado purée, boom boom sauce, taro chips
  • Chef’s Seasonal Whipped Burrata Salad — watermelon radish, citrus, herb vinaigrette
  • Vegan Chef’s Seasonal Salad(V)

Main Course  —  (choose one)

  • Miso Glazed Chilean Sea Bass — dashi consommé, floating vegetables & udon noodles
  • 14 oz. Center Cut Boneless Ribeye — bone marrow butter, wild mushrooms, mashed potatoes, Pommery sauce
  • Roasted Beet Sirloin (Plant Based) — wild mushrooms, farmer’s market vegetables, thunder sauce, barley furikake dust (V)

Dessert  —  (choose one)

  • Assorted Fruit Sorbets — passion fruit sauce (V)
  • Triple Chocolate Mousse Cake — fresh berries
  • Signature Butter Cake — charred pineapple, salted caramel ice cream, chocolate sauce

Coffee and Tea available
Cash bar will be available


Meeting Sponsors

Meeting Sponsor

Meeting Sponsor

All meetings are open to all DVMs

This meeting will be open to Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Staff at the non-member fee ($150 per guest) — which is subject to change due to capacity limitations at the restaurant.

Non-members pay $150

McCormick & Kuleto’s

Meeting at McCormick & Kuleto’s in GHIRADELLI SQUARE

900 North Point St
San Francisco, CA 94109

(415) 929-1730
www.mccormickandschmicks.com

2026 In-Person Meeting Schedule

  • Thursday, MARCH 19, 2026
  • Thursday, JUNE 18, 2026
  • Thursday, SEPTEMBER 10, 2026
  • Thursday, NOVEMBER 19, 2026
  • More details…

Upcoming In-Person CE Meeting — T.B.A.

SPRING 2026 Meeting Information Coming Soon!

Thursday, March 19, 2026
6:15pm – 8:30pm

Check back again in Early March for details…

… or join our mailing list today to be notified when meeting info is posted!

In-Person CE Meetings Schedule for 2026

We are pleased to announce the 2026 schedule for SFVMA’s upcoming In-Person CE Meetings — which will be held at McCormick & Kulettos in the beautiful Ghiradelli Square — on the following dates (always on a Thursday):

March 19, 2026

“T.B.A.”
Presented by T.B.A.
Speaker:  T.B.A.

June 18, 2026

“T.B.A.”
Presented by T.B.A.
Speaker:  T.B.A.

September 10, 2026

“T.B.A.”
Presented by T.B.A.
Speaker:  T.B.A.

November 19, 2026

“T.B.A.”
Presented by T.B.A.
Speaker:  T.B.A.

SFVMA News — Winter 2025

Latest Newsletter

President’s Statement  —  November 2025

Dear Colleagues,

As we approach the end of another year, I’ve found myself reflecting on all that our profession — and our local veterinary community — has accomplished in 2025. From inspiring continuing education events and thoughtful discussions at our meetings, to the everyday work happening quietly in clinics across the city, I continue to be amazed by the compassion, adaptability, and commitment that define San Francisco’s veterinary professionals.

The holiday season often reminds us how deeply intertwined our work and our well-being can be. It’s a time when our hospitals are full, our clients are traveling, and our patients are finding new ways to surprise us (often with holiday treats that weren’t meant for them!). I hope that amidst the busy season, you find moments to slow down, to rest, and to celebrate the connections that make this community so special.

I want to take a moment to sincerely thank our SFVMA Board members for their time, ideas, and dedication this year. Their volunteer efforts are what keep this organization vibrant and forward-moving. From organizing speakers and events to supporting advocacy and mentorship, their behind-the-scenes work ensures that the SFVMA continues to serve as a resource and gathering point for all of us. …

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Become a CVMA Member

If you haven’t already done so, please consider becoming a CVMA member.

The CVMA defends your right to practice by actively representing the veterinary profession on proposed federal and state legislation and regulations at the legislature and the Veterinary Medical Board.

https://cvma.net/membership/