Dr. Kerry Rolph reviews feline aging and steps for assessing geriatric patients suspected of having cognitive dysfunction. She discusses the pathophysiology behind cognitive decline and provides information on managing these patients to slow that rate of decline. Course Handout Course Details
Dr. Brook Niemiec reviews the equipment necessary for dental extractions. He then discusses regional anesthesia and closed extraction techniques, as well as sectioning of multi-rooted teeth. Course Handout Course Details
Dr. Sagi Denenberg discusses recognizing and managing anxiety and fear in dogs and cats in a clinic setting to benefit the veterinary team, patients, and clients. He discusses the emotional and neurochemical basis for fear and anxiety and provides tips for recognizing these behaviors. He also provides instruction on short and long-term best management practices…
Certified Compassion Fatigue Specialist and Life Coach Julie Squires provides a foundational look at compassion fatigue. She explores its impact on individuals and practices, and she discusses how to build resilience in veterinary medicine. She also provides information on self-care and adopting a positive mindset. Course Handout Course Details
Dr. Jill Narak reviews diagnostic steps for neuroanatomic localization in the neurologic patient. She then reviews diagnostic steps for neuroanatomic localization in the neurologic patient. She then covers diagnosis and management of commons diseases and injuries, including seizures, brain and spinal trauma, and paralysis. Course Handout Course Details
Dr. Elisa Mazzaferro describes her diagnostic and therapeutic approach to the small animal trauma patient. She discusses maximizing oxygen delivery with stabilization of respiratory injuries, fluid/blood component therapy, and specific diagnostic and therapeutic interventions for a variety of conditions associated with trauma, including rib fractures, pneumothorax, sucking chest wounds, uroabdomen and spinal trauma. Course Handout…
Valli Parthasarathy, DVM, DACVB reviews the diagnosis and management of separation anxiety in dogs. Course Handout Course Details
Valli Parthasarathy, DVM, DACVB reviews puppy and kitten behavioral stages and body language. She then discusses the most common behavioral problems in puppies and kittens and useful strategies for preventing them. She includes tips for healthy socialization and choosing a trainer. Course Handout Course Details
Dr. Todd Marlo reviews common ophthalmic emergencies encountered in small animal practice, including corneal ulcers, foreign bodies, uveitis, glaucoma, retrobulbar abscesses, and proptosis. He covers diagnosis, medical treatment, and surgical treatment of each condition and provides advice on when to refer to a specialist. Course Handout Course Details
Dr. John Berg provides instruction on surgical repair of gastric dilatation and volvulus in dogs. He reviews risk factors for GDV, as well as clinical and radiographic signs. He also provides a detailed, narrated surgical video of an incisional gastropexy. Course Handout Course Details