VPAT Equine Veterinary Club (Thailand): Education, Events & International Links

The VPAT Equine Veterinary Club is the specialist equine division of the Veterinary Practitioners’ Association of Thailand (VPAT). It supports veterinarians working with horses through continuing education, congresses, and international collaboration with organisations such as the World Equine Veterinary Association (WEVA).

For horse practitioners in Thailand, VPAT is the central platform to access training, connect with colleagues, and engage with international veterinary networks.

What Is the Veterinary Practitioners’ Association of Thailand (VPAT)?

The Veterinary Practitioners’ Association of Thailand (VPAT) is Thailand’s national professional organisation for practicing veterinarians. It represents multiple clinical disciplines through specialist sections, including companion animal, livestock, and equine medicine.

History of VPAT and Its Equine Veterinary Club

VPAT was established to represent practicing veterinarians across Thailand, with a mission to raise professional standards, foster collaboration, and support ongoing education.

Over the years, the Veterinary Practitioners’ Association of Thailand has created a series of specialist “clubs” within the association, allowing vets in different disciplines – such as companion animal, avian, and equine – to benefit from focused training and professional development.

What the VPAT Equine Veterinary Club Does

The Equine Veterinary Club within VPAT plays a crucial role in supporting horse vets. Its key activities include:

• Continuing education (CPD): Workshops, lectures, and seminars on topics such as equine surgery, reproduction, dentistry, and lameness.
• International collaboration: Partnering with global associations like the World Equine Veterinary Association (WEVA) to bring expert speakers and advanced training into Thailand.
• National events: Participation in VPAT’s flagship congresses, often with a dedicated equine track.
• Networking: Creating a community for horse practitioners across Thailand, ensuring knowledge is shared between academic, clinical, and field veterinarians.

VPAT Congress & Equine Veterinary Training

Veterinary Practitioners’ Association of Thailand annual congress is one of the largest veterinary gatherings in Southeast Asia, regularly drawing international speakers and industry support.

For equine vets, the congress often includes a specialist program. For example:

• A WEVA-VPAT workshop on equine abdominal surgery was held in Bangkok, providing hands-on training for Thai practitioners alongside international experts.

These events ensure Thai equine veterinarians can stay up to date with modern clinical standards while networking with colleagues from Japanese Society of Equine Science (JSES), Asia and beyond.

Membership & Benefits

VPAT membership provides equine veterinarians with:

• Access to CPD opportunities and specialist workshops
• Discounted rates for Veterinary Practitioners’ Association of Thailand congress and training events
• Professional networking within Thailand’s veterinary community
• Representation in national veterinary policy and welfare initiatives
• Opportunities to engage with international equine veterinary organisations through collaborations

Thailand’s equine veterinary sector supports racing, sport horse, police horses, breeding operations, and growing leisure equestrian industries, making VPAT’s equine education role increasingly important.

International Links for Thai Equine Veterinarians

VPAT’s equine section is well connected internationally.

• Through WEVA, Thai equine vets gain access to global congresses, training courses, and collaborative projects.
• VPAT also engages with other Asian veterinary bodies, positioning Thailand as a hub for regional veterinary education.
• These connections ensure Thai practitioners remain aligned with international best practices in equine medicine.

Why VPAT Matters to Equine Vets

For veterinarians working with horses in Thailand, the VPAT Equine Club provides a national home for education, networking, and professional advocacy.

For international colleagues, VPAT represents a valuable partner in Southeast Asia – an association with both a strong national base and active global connections.

Join Our Community

We already have equine veterinarians from Thailand within our wider global network, alongside colleagues from Europe, South America, and beyond.

If you would like to join this community, meet like-minded professionals, and connect with the wider equine veterinary world, now is the perfect time to get involved.

Together with VPAT, you’ll gain access to collaboration, training, and a community dedicated to advancing equine medicine.

If you are attending the 2026 WEVA Congress in Bangkok, make sure to come and introduce yourself. ‘Ll have some yearly wall calendars that will look great in your equine practice.

Veterinary Practitioners’ Association of Thailand FAQ’s 

What is the VPAT Equine Veterinary Club?
The VPAT Equine Veterinary Club is the specialist equine section of the Veterinary Practitioners’ Association of Thailand, supporting veterinarians who work with horses.

Does VPAT offer equine-specific training?
Yes. VPAT provides equine-focused CPD through workshops, congress lectures, and WEVA–VPAT collaborative wet labs.

Does VPAT host equine events in Thailand?
VPAT’s annual congress often includes a dedicated equine programme, alongside specialist equine workshops held throughout the year.

Is VPAT connected internationally?
Yes. VPAT collaborates with the World Equine Veterinary Association (WEVA) and other Asian veterinary organisations.

This article was produced by The Equine Practice Company (TEPC) as part of its global project mapping equine veterinary associations and continuing education pathways worldwide.