The Burney Chapman Memorial Lecture is presented by Life Data Labs
Insulin resistance (IR) is the leading cause of laminitis in horses worldwide, yet many treatment approaches fail due to incomplete or outdated strategies.
With insights from over 7,500 managed cases, Dr. Frank Reilly explores the underlying causes of IR, effective testing methods and why successful management requires a multi- faceted, team-based approach. The Unionville, Pa., veterinarian also addresses the potential of human diabetes medications, the role of Cushing’s disease and how farriers and vets can improve outcomes.
You'll Learn: How to identify and manage IR more effectively, avoid counterproductive treatments and build a comprehensive management plan that reduces laminitis risk.
2026 International Hoof-Care Summit
A focused 4-day program covers dozens of field-tested footcare ideas from successful farriers, equine veterinarians and hoof researchers worldwide. Discover proven tips to improve your work, cut costs, boost efficiency and grow profits — all through the Summit’s unmatched learning opportunities.
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What makes this event unique is its dynamic mix of general sessions, classrooms, roundtables, and global networking with hoof-care professionals. Your 4-day registration also includes access to 3 exclusive sessions at the world’s largest hoof-care products trade show.
- 7 General Sessions — packed with proven hoof-care strategies from experts like Hans Castelijns, Dave Farley, Blane Chapman, and more.
- 32 Face-to-Face Roundtables — interactive peer discussions where attendees bring real-world questions and exchange practical insights.
- 12 Classrooms — hands-on, presentation-style learning for today’s top hoof-care challenges.
- Plus, 3 wet labs, over 9 hours of trade show time, and unlimited networking opportunities with farriers and veterinarians from across the globe.
Learn more, register, and book your hotel at IHCS2026.com.
Educational Partners
Gold Level –
Glue-U Adhesives,
Zoetis,
EasyCare,
Mustad,
Platinum Performance,
American Farriers Journal
Silver Level –
SmartEquine
Bronze Level –
Purcell Farrier Supply / MFC Tools,
HoofMD,
Equine Care,
Anvil Brand,
Breed Improvement Services, Inc.
Dr. Frank K. Reilly, DVM, is a seasoned equine veterinarian based in West Chester, Pennsylvania, serving as Senior Doctor at Equine Medical & Surgical Associates, Inc. With over 35 years of practice, he has developed specialized expertise in endocrine‑related hoof and metabolic disorders—especially the link between insulin resistance (IR) and laminitis in horses.
Dr. Reilly advocates a holistic, team‑based approach to such cases, emphasizing thorough testing, collaboration among veterinarians and farriers, and updated management strategies beyond outdated mono‑therapies..
