EXHIBITOR SATELLITE SESSIONS
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | ROOM 203 A PETDX – “LIQUID BIOPSY” FOR DOGS: DETECTION OF 30 DIFFERENT CANCER TYPES USING A SIMPLE BLOOD DRAW Ashley Phelps-Dunn, DVM At its most basic level, cancer is caused by abnormalities in DNA. Advanced genomic sequencing technologies now allow for the identification of these abnormalities using a simple blood draw, opening the door to non- invasive cancer detection in dogs. This session will provide a basic overview of cancer biology and introduce the fundamentals of “liquid biopsy” for canine cancer detection using next-generation sequencing of cell-free DNA. A review of the clinical validation study of this testing in over 1,000 dogs will be presented, along with case examples from real-world veterinary practices. Program Agenda: • Basic principles of cancer biology; • Cancer detection via blood using next-generation sequencing; • Clinical validation of a blood-based liquid biopsy test for detection of 30 different cancer types in dogs using cell- free DNA; • Case studies. Learning Objectives: • Identify key biological principles in the development of canine cancer; • Explain how next-generation sequencing of cell- free DNA can be used to aid in the identification of cancer in dogs; • Examine the clinical scenarios in which liquid biopsy testing is being used for canine patients; • Evaluate data from a large clinical validation study of a blood-based liquid biopsy test for dogs. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | BALLROOM A ZOETIS - DIGITAL MICROSCOPY: AI AND EXPERT ANALYSIS IN REAL TIME WITH PAW-SOME, INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY FOR IN-HOUSE TESTING Robert Forbes, DVM Learn through a case-based approach how fecal, cytology, and blood smear testing can be performed with fast, accurate ground-breaking technology, and receive guidance on how this innovative technology can be implemented in your hospital to improve case management. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | ROOM 200 ZOMEDICA – PAIN PAIN GO AWAY! THESE NEW MODALITIES ARE HERE TO STAY! Adam Christman, DVM There are many new and exciting pain modalities we should consider when treating the acute and chronic pain patient. Learn some of these modalities and how you can integrate them into your pain management protocols. We also will discuss newer ways in identifying pain on the physical exam. Technology is the greatest. Learn why!
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | BALLROOM B HILL’S PET NUTRITION - THERAPEUTIC VS WELLNESS NUTRITION-WHO WINS? Steve McCauley, DVM Information to consider to help the VHCT make a lasting nutritional recommendation everyday.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | ROOM 203 B BLUE BUFFALO - CUTANEOUS ADVERSE FOOD REACTIONS IN THE CANINE PATIENT Michael Rossi, DVM, MNS Cutaneous adverse food reactions can be frustrating for pet owners and often go undiagnosed in patients for several months to years. This presentation will include a discussion regarding the current understandings of the canine diet and its role in allergic disease. Pathogenesis, cutaneous signs, and clinical management will be addressed.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | BALLROOM A ZOETIS - VACCINATION PROTOCOLS: HOW TO USE THE IMMUNE SYSTEM TO IMPROVE PET HEALTH Victor Cortese, DVM, PhD Dipl ABVP That vaccination provides complete protection has certainly been dispelled with the COVID-19 pandemic. This session will explore how the immune system can be used to tailor vaccination decisions based on the health, use, and anticipated exposure risks of the patients in your practice. Learning Objectives: 1. Basic understanding of applied immunology 2. How intended and unintended exposures and level of health can impact vaccination decisions. SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | BALLROOM C BANK OF AMERICA PRACTICE SOLUTIONS – THE BUSINESS SIDE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE NO ONE TALKS ABOUT: WHAT PRACTICE OWNERS WISH THEY KNEW WHEN STARTING, BUYING OR SELLING A PRACTICE Alexandra Kohrs This program is designed for veterinarians who are wanting to learn more about the critical parts of starting, buying, partnering or selling their veterinary practice. Many veterinarians have had limited business education in regards to practice ownership and the course will provide a well-rounded discussion in regards to the current market, process to start or buy a practice, building the right team and common pitfalls of the practice journey.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | ROOM 200 LEGALLY MINE - THE KEYS TO LOCKING OUT LAWSUITS FOR TODAY’S VETERINARIAN Andy Sherman
Legally Mine will show you how to stop the threat of lawsuits before they ever get started by protecting your assets in time tested and proven legal structures. These same structures allow us to help our tax attorneys save what you would normally pay in income taxes. These are little known tax helps that have significant case history and have stood the test of time.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM | ROOM 200 ZOMEDICA – UPDATE ON FELINE THYROID DISORDERS – THE UTILITY OF FELINE TSH Deborah Greco, DVM, PhD New information about the pathogenesis of hyperthyroidism in cats and discussion of treatment, monitoring and concurrent conditions. Diagnosis and treatment of iatrogenic and naturally occurring hypothyroidism in cats. Special emphasis on new diagnostic techniques including the use of eTSH measurement as an aid in diagnosis of feline hypothyroidism.
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