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to measure the impact of aging and to mitigate its effects on companion dogs. This wide-ranging course will challenge how you think about aging in dogs and how you assess and treat your senior canine patients. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM | ROOM 114 CARDIOLOGY Julie Andrie, DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology) Interactive overview of a variety of different cardiac diseases with echocardiographic images, literature review and treatment options. Examples range from common acquired diseases to complex congenital diseases and everything in between. Sponsor: SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM | ROOM 114 DECODING A PET FOOD LABEL Robin Saar, RVT, VTS (Nutrition) “Is this a good diet?” How comfortable are you with answering that question? This master class is an interactive session focused on 4 main components of a pet food label. The attendees will have a better understanding of what information the ingredient list does and does not provide, the meaning of some common AAFCO ingredient definitions, and formulation techniques that influence the appearance of the ingredient list. We will review the calorie contents of different life stages and disease-focused diets to see any similarities or differences. The guaranteed analysis will bring out the attendees’ inner mathematicians as we see what kind of information this section provides. The final component will be a pet food’s nutritional adequacy statement – what are they, how are they determined, and what statements are on which diet? This will all be tied together with some communication techniques so attendees know how to share this information without saying, “well, actually!” Attendees should be prepared to be active participants! We will look at case examples, and go through practice cases to help build our confidence in knowing the right information along with how we share that information with a pet parent to build trust and decrease defensiveness. If you are looking to take your nutrition knowledge to the next level, this is the class for you. Master Classes are taught in the computer skills classroom at individual computer stations. These courses are mostly case- based, small groups with lots of interaction. MEET THE EXPERT LUNCHES FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | ROOM 204 A SOFT TISSUE Kathleen Mullins, DVM, MS, DACVS-SA FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | ROOM 204 B VETERINARY TECHNICIAN/ASSISTANT Kenichiro Yagi, MS, RVT, VTS (ECC), (SAIM)
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM | ROOM 121 E/F ANESTHESIA WORKUP, COMPLICATIONS AND EMERGENCIES Erica Brandt, CVT, VTS (ECC) Brooklyn Cupps, LVT Justin Hicks, RVT Katrina Lafferty, RLAT, CVT, VTS (anesthesia/ analgesia) Part One: This section will dissect and discuss all parts of the pre-anesthetic work-up. There will be a full group review and discussion, participants will work through several cases ranging in complexity. Sections covered will include: A. Pre- anesthetic work up (history, PE, lab work/imaging) B. Review of anesthetic and analgesic drugs and fluid choices C. Anticipated complications (hypos, hemorrhage, respiratory issues, recovery, etc) D. Monitoring (choices for each case, parameters) Part Two: This section will look at how our in-depth work up prepares us for intra-operative emergencies. Participants will discuss all anticipated concerns for a variety of cases and how to handle surgical emergencies such as hemorrhage, respiratory dysfunction, and dealing with the “Hypos” (hypo-tension, -thermia, -ventilation, etc). Drug protocols and value of various monitorsand relevant parameters will be discussed in depth. Learning objectives for this lab: 1. Able to formulate a safe anesthetic plan for any type of case, from elective to critical. 2. Understand rationale behind specific sedative and analgesic choices—which to use and which to avoid. 3. Utilize appropriate monitors for all cases; understand which monitors are most important for each type of case. 4. Plan logical steps to rapidly deal with emergency situations. This lab is for Veterinary Technicians/Assistants and costs $150. Sponsor:
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | ROOM 204 B ORTHOPEDIC John Mauterer, DVM, Dip. ACVS SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | ROOM 204 A INFECTIOUS DISEASE Kenneth Harkin, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM) Meet the Expert Lunch: Earn 1 hour of continuing education credit and enjoy lunch with the featured expert. These small group discussions provide an opportunity to address the issues you face in practice on a daily basis. PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT/ WELLNESS FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 6:00 AM - 6:50 AM | SUNDANCE TERRACE – OMNI HOTEL SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 6:00 AM - 6:50 AM | SUNDANCE TERRACE – OMNI HOTEL MORNING YOGA Indra’s Grace Yoga and Meditation Studio Indra’s Grace Yoga and Meditation Studio will be providing an all-levels yoga class that incorporates breath work (pranayama) and postures (asana) that help the entire body feel better from head to toe and will support you no matter if you are new to yoga or have practiced for years. You will learn practices that will increase energy, vitality, clarity, and promote a sense of calm and deep relaxation. 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | REATA RESTURANT FINDING SUCCESS AND BUILDING YOUR PRACTICE WITH “CUSTOM MADE VACCINES” AND WHO IS NEWPORT LABS AND WHAT IT TAKES TO BUILD CUSTOM-MADE VACCINES Matt Christjohn, DVM; Jason Shumaker, DVM Dr. Christjohn will lead a discussion with the group about how he has taken one product and grown his practice. How he works with his producers and other private veterinarians in his practice area. Dr. Shumaker along with Dr. Christjohn will answer questions about how to use these products as practice builders as well as providing the best medicine to your clients. Transportation will be provided. Sponsor: FOOD ANIMAL FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 1:30 PM - 5:30 PM | ROOM 121 C/D
ABDOMINAL ULTRASOUND Alyce Marks, DVM, DACVR Nathalie Rademacher, DVM Kassandra Wilson, DVM
An overview of scanning technique for small animal abdominal ultrasound to be applied in general private practice. Basic physics, anatomical landmarks and normal appearance of the abdominal organs will be covered. Interactive laboratory experience to sharpen your skills and become more confident with abdominal ultrasound. This lab is for DVMs only and costs $375. Sponsors:
MASTER CLASSES FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM | ROOM 114 CANINE AGING BIOLOGY Brennen McKenzie, MA, Msc, VMD Aging is the single most important risk factor for nearly every disease veterinarians see in senior dogs. From arthritis to cancer, kidney disease to cognitive dysfunction, a limited set of common aging mechanisms lie behind a wide range of different diseases. This class introduces the veterinary practitioner to the key mechanisms of aging and how these manifests clinically in dogs, and to the flourishing field of veterinary geroscience. We will learn about new tools that are rapidly being developed
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