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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 _______________________________________ WOUND HEALING AND LACERATION REPAIR IN LARGE ANIMALS Jennifer Schleining, DVM, MS, DACVS-LA 8:00 AM - 8:50 AM | Room 204 A Trauma is a common cause of veterinary visits. In this session we will review differences and similarities in horse and cattle wounds as well as options for laceration repair in both species. Suture material, suture patterns, bandages, and topical In this hour, we will go over the basics of the Food Animal Residue Avoidance Databank (FARAD). LARGE AND SMALL RUMINANT ANTIMICROBIAL CASES Jennifer Halleran, DVM, DACVIM-LAIM 10:30 AM - 11:20 AM | Room 204 A In this hour, we will discuss a brief background on antimicrobials and then discuss cases regarding appropriate antimicrobial use. FOOD ANIMAL ANTIMICROBIAL RESISTANCE Jennifer Halleran, DVM, DACVIM-LAIM 11:30 AM - 12:20 PM | Room 204 A In this hour we will discuss antimicrobial use, stewardship and resistance. treatments will be covered. INTRODUCTION TO FARAD Jennifer Halleran, DVM, DACVIM-LAIM 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM | Room 204 A TOXICOLOGY - PART 1 Steve Ensley, DVM, PhD 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM | Room 204 A I will review common toxicosis seen in large animal toxicology cases. I will review common large animal toxicology cases including presentation, diagnosis and treatment. TOXICOLOGY - PART 3 Steve Ensley, DVM, PhD 4:30 PM - 5:20 PM | Room 204 A I will review actual large animal toxicosis submitted through the diagnostic laboratory. SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 _______________________________________ BOVINE SPORTS MEDICINE - PART 1 Lisa Willis, DVM, CVA 8:00 AM - 8:50 AM | Room 204 A Bucking bulls present to the veterinarian who should be prepared for injuries that can occur during handling and with bucking bull’s general nature. Bucking bulls have a heavy Brahman influence although they can be any breed predominant. The older performance bulls are used to being handled and generally run through the chute systems well. The younger bucking cattle and bucking stock cows tend to be more fractious. Proper restraint of these cattle requires proper facilities which can range from bucking chutes to custom-made hydraulic cattle chutes. Rarely the situation may call for the use of a remote delivery device in the form of a dart or for pre-treatment with an oral medication that can be fed to an individual. Common presentations will be addressed along with how the veterinarian can approach these cases. BOVINE SPORTS MEDICINE - PART 2 Lisa Willis, DVM, CVA 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM | Room 204 A Bucking stock cattle will present with severe traumatic injury that may involve serious structures including open joints, lacerated tendons, and infected tendon sheaths. Due to their nature, long-acting systemic antibiotics, antibiotic- Impregnated beads, and casts have been used successfully to treat some of these injuries. These injuries should be treated aggressively as soon as possible to avoid further damage. Approach to orthopedic injuries along with the various diseases and injuries of the horn will be presented. TOXICOLOGY - PART 2 Steve Ensley, DVM, PhD 3:00 PM - 3:50 PM | Room 204 A
diets, without feeling stressed or overwhelmed. The emphasis will be on how to include fresh, real food in pet nutrition plans without worrying about it. We will also touch on different types of pet foods available and how to guide clients, without getting overwhelmed, in this world of ever-evolving pet food choices! GIVE ME YOUR TIRED, YOUR SORE, YOUR HUDDLED PATIENTS YEARNING TO MOVE FREE, THE HIGH MAINTENANCE, TIME DEMANDING CLIENTS, SEND THEM TO ME Sonya Brouillette, DVM, AVCA 2:00 PM - 2:50 PM | Room 108 Chiropractic care is a specialized field where clients can have time separate from the normal appointment to voice their concerns, feel heard and not rushed, and get the extra time and attention they crave. Learn how to incorporate chiropractic care into your hospital or clinic by bringing in a separate practitioner which will free up both you and your team as well as provide another set of eyes and ears to catch health issues that need to be addressed. POORLY PERFORMING HORSES - DISOBEDIENCE OR DISCOMFORT? When owners complain that their equine athletes Just don't feel right but you can't find lameness, don't brush them off. Something truly is going on. Let's talk about body lameness and get to the bottom of discomfort. We can help the client, the trainer, and the horse feel better so that they can perform to the best of their ability. SPORTING DOGS - TRIATHLETES OR TRYING TOO HARD? Many people are using dogs for athletic activities, both for themselves and for their dog's enjoyment. Are the owners asking too much of their pets? We have the knowledge and ability to help prevent injuries and form a stronger bond with our clients and patients. Sonya Brouillette, DVM, AVCA 4:30 PM - 5:20 PM | Room 108 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28 _______________________________________ WHAT MAKES THE EXTRAORDINARY CHANNELS EXTRAORDINARY? Delores Craig, DVM, CVA, CVCH, FAAVA 8:00 AM - 8:50 AM | Room 108 The Eight Extraordinary Channels are often overlooked, under-recognized, and underutilized in veterinary medicine. While the Du (Governor) and Ren (Conception) Channels are commonly used, the remaining six are not. These six channels include the Dai (Belt), Chong (Thoroughfare), Yin and Yang Qiao (Heel), and the Yin and Yang Wei (Link) Mai. We will analyze why these Eight Channels are extraordinary, review their functions, discuss indications for selection, and explore needling protocols. Attendees should have basic knowledge of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). CHONG (THOROUGHFARE) MAI AND DAI (BELT) MAI Delores Craig, DVM, CVA, CVCH, FAAVA 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM | Room 108 The Eight Extraordinary Channels are often overlooked, under-recognized, and underutilized in veterinary medicine. We will discuss the characteristics, pathways, diagnostic areas, and clinical indications of the Chong (Thoroughfare) and Dai (Belt) Mai. Attendees should have basic knowledge of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Sonya Brouillette, DVM, AVCA 3:00 PM - 3:50 PM | Room 108
FLASC - FAST LOCALIZED ABDOMINAL SCAN IN CATTLE Lisa Willis, DVM, CVA 10:00 AM - 10:50 AM | Room 204 A Rapid ultrasound examination has been used in human emergency medicine and adapted to small animal (FAST) and equine medicine (FLASH) for assessment of trauma or colic. Fast Localized Abdominal Scan in Cattle (FLASC) is a focused assessment using the ultrasound that I have adapted to assist with all of my examinations when I do not have a clear idea what is causing clinical signs. This exam is tailored towards the most common things I find in beef cattle but can be useful with all classes of cattle to assist in diagnosis. CHUTE SIDE DIAGNOSTICS Lisa Willis, DVM, CVA 11:00 AM - 11:50 AM | Room 204 A Making a correct diagnosis at the time of physical examination is imperative while dealing with beef cattle to decrease stress and number of times the animal is required to go in the chute. Ancillary tests can be used to assist physical exam interpretations and facilitate proper treatment of the animal. Chute side diagnostics can decrease trips to the ranch and increase efficiency. Point-of-care diagnostics including blood tests and imaging modalities are readily available. INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 _______________________________________ ACUPUNCTURE AND TCM FOR SENIOR PETS - UNDERSTANDING THE AGING PROCESS Nell Ostermeier, DVM, CVA, FAAVA 8:00 AM - 8:50 AM | Room 108 Senior pets are often the patients who need the most relief, whether from pain or chronic disease. Options can be limited and acupuncture is a viable modality that can be used to increase comfort and quality of life. During this presentation we will learn about the natural process of aging according to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and how we can intervene to help our patients age as gracefully as possible. ACUPUNCTURE FOR SENIOR PETS - APPLICATION AND CASE EXAMPLES Nell Ostermeier, DVM, CVA, FAAVA 9:00 AM - 9:50 AM | Room 108 This presentation will focus on the clinical application of acupuncture for senior pets, with an emphasis on real world cases. We will cover some of the most common problems that arise in our senior patients and how they relate to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) patterns. The goal is to take action and help these patients live their best senior lives. To do this, we will go over acupuncture points and strategies that can really make a difference for senior pets! VETERINARY ACUPUNCTURE - PRINCIPLES FOR SUCCESS Nell Ostermeier, DVM, CVA, FAAVA 10:30 AM - 11:20 AM | Room 108 Integrating acupuncture into veterinary medicine should be a win-win situation for your patients and your practice. In this presentation, we will cover some key strategies around client communication, team engagement and best business principles. We will discuss how to relate the value of acupuncture to clients and potential clients so that you can grow the acupuncture piece of your practice with intention and success. Finally, there will be tips for scheduling and charging that ensure acupuncture will contribute to the health of your patients and your practice at the same time!
TAKING THE FEAR OUT OF FOOD! Nell Ostermeier, DVM, CVA, FAAVA 11:30 AM - 12:20 PM | Room 108
Talking to pet owners about feeding their animas has become super scary for veterinarians! This presentation is geared at helping us connect with clients about feeding home-cooked or alternative
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