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3 Cheers for the Stifle: Lateral Sutures, TPLOs, and TTAs
Course Number: 11300
(1 CE) 1 Continuing Education Unit offered
Speaker: Jacqueline Ziven-LeCount
Description:
This session will discuss the most common stifle injury in the canine patient, a cranial cruciate ligament tear (CCL). There are several signs and symptoms that follow the rupture of the CCL. Veterinarians have several surgical options at their disposal to repair this type of ligament tear. We will discuss three of the most common stifles; the lateral suture technique, TPLOs, and TTAs.
Canine Rehabilitation and Its Practical Application
Course Number: 102
(1 CE) 1 Continuing Education Unit offered
Speaker: Maggie Lump
Description:
Physical rehabilitation is a well-known specialized field in human medicine, and is becoming increasingly popular in the veterinary field. Physical rehabilitation in canines and felines can be applied to orthopedic, neurologic and soft tissue conditions to reduce recovery times. Many different techniques can be used in treating dogs and cats, including massage, electrotherapy and thermotherapy. This talk provides an overview of common physical rehabilitation modalities.
Technology vs. Biology in Cancer Control: Which Matters More?
Course Number: 10800
(1 CE) 1 Continuing Education Unit offered
Speaker: Rodney Page
Description:
The evolution of cancer management includes advances in both technology and biology. Biological innovations result in better understanding of cancer behavior through refined grading schemes, new biomarkers and better products. Technological advancements have also had a profound impact on cancer management through improved staging with imaging and anatomical reconstruction, better radiation dosimetry and minimally invasive, interventional and robotic surgical techniques. This session will review the biology and technology of cancer treatment innovations as well as raise some controversy.
Understanding and Communicating Cancer Risk and Risk Management
Course Number: 10500
(1 CE) 1 Continuing Education Unit offered
Speaker: Rodney Page
Description:
The goal of this lecture is to improve the understanding of health and wellness programs. The session focuses on greater cancer awareness in order to accurately inform clients about the potential and limitations of cancer risk and screening.
What's Up Doc? Rabbit Husbandry and Common Diseases
Course Number: 11200
(1 CE) 1 Continuing Education Unit offered
Speaker: Cindy Voglewede
Description:
A brief discussion on the many intricacies of educating clients on rabbit husbandry as well as common diseases that affects them.
Air Sacs and Eggs: Avian Emergency Care
Course Number: 13100
(.5 CE) .5 Continuing Education Unit offered
Speaker: Dr. Tracey Ritzman
Description:
This presentation will introduce the veterinary technician to principles of pet bird emergency conditions and care. The anatomy and physiology of birds is very different than mammals. Common avian emergency conditions, hospital care and treatment will be presented.
Enrollment information for this course will be available soon.
Ferret Emergency Conditions and Critical Care
Course Number: 13200
(1 CE) 1 Continuing Education Unit offered
Speaker: Dr. Tracey Ritzman
Description:
This presentation will discuss the most common emergency condition of ferrets. Hospital care techniques and aspect of client communication will be discussed.
Enrollment information for this course will be available soon.
