Veterinary legend Marvin Beeman, DVM, will share the lessons he’s learned about practice and life during his nearly 60 years as a horse doctor when he delivers the keynote address at the American Association of Equine Practitioners’ 60th Annual Convention, taking place later this year in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Beeman’s presentation, “Do the Little Things Well and the Big Things Will Happen,” is designed to resonate with his colleagues of all ages by offering sage insights into a successful and fulfilling career.

Born on the Highlands Ranch in Colorado, Beeman’s involvement with hunters as a child stoked his interest in veterinary medicine. He earned his veterinary degree from Colorado State University in 1957 and became a founding partner of Littleton Equine Medical Center in Littleton, Colorado. He served as president of the practice from 1968 to 1997 and currently holds the title DVM Emeritus. His areas of emphasis include lameness and musculoskeletal issues.

Throughout his career, Beeman has contributed to the betterment of the equine industry and welfare of the horse through the education of equestrians both nationally and internationally, and through volunteer service with equine organizations and federal, state, and local veterinary societies, including a term as AAEP president in 1975