Beyond the Hype: AI Breakthroughs Shaping Veterinary Medicine in 2025
January 8, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Speaker: Christie Cornelius, DVM, MBA
Dr. Christie Cornelius is a seasoned veterinarian with a deep passion for innovation and leadership in the veterinary profession. With a career spanning over two decades, she has specialized in palliative care and pet hospice, earning recognition for her compassionate approach to end-of-life care. Dr. Cornelius’ entrepreneurial spirit led her to build and sell a successful veterinary practice, an experience that inspired her to pursue an executive MBA to further her expertise in leadership and business acumen.
Currently, Dr. Cornelius is the founder and CEO of ChiefVetX, an organization dedicated to empowering veterinary business owners with the leadership tools and strategies they need to succeed in an evolving industry. Through her work, she blends her practical veterinary experience with a transformative leadership style, offering mentorship and innovative solutions tailored to the unique challenges veterinarians face.
Dr. Cornelius is also a thought leader on the intersection of technology and veterinary medicine. Her recent focus is on the role of artificial intelligence in shaping the future of veterinary care, helping professionals separate hype from reality and identify practical applications to enhance their practices. As a speaker, she is known for her engaging and dynamic presentations, providing insights that inspire her audience to embrace innovation with confidence.
In her spare time, Dr. Cornelius enjoys writing about leadership and strategy, contributing to industry publications, and mentoring up-and-coming veterinarians. She is dedicated to leaving a legacy of growth, innovation, and empowered veterinary professionals.