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
John Berg, DVM, DACVS provides step-by-step instruction on how to diagnose and repair bladder rupture in dogs and cats. He includes a narrated video of repair of a ruptured bladder in a cat, and he discusses postoperative care as well. Course Handout Course Details
John Berg, DVM, DACVS provides step-by-step instruction on how to perform a perineal urethrostomy in a cat with lower urinary tract obstruction. His narrated surgical video shows the entire procedure from start to finish. He also provides tips and trick for avoiding and repairing surgical complications. Course Handout Course Details
John Berg, DVM, DACVS reviews principles of mass excision in dogs and cats, with emphasis on removal of soft tissue sarcomas and mast cell tumors. He discusses debulking, surgical margins, and open wound management. Course Handout Course Details
John Berg, DVM, DACVS reviews placement of tracheostomy tubes in dogs and cats, including a step-by-step surgical video. He discusses indications for tracheostomy tube placement, emergency versus controlled tracheostomy procedures, and stoma care. Course Handout Course Details
John Berg, DVM, DACVS reviews splenectomy in dogs and cats. He discusses the most common indications for splenectomy and the different surgical techniques and tools required. He also reviews postoperative patient management and prognosis following splenectomy. Course Handout Course Details
John Berg, DVM, DACVS reviews intra-abdominal biopsy techniques in dogs and cats, including techniques for hepatic, intestinal, lymphatic, and pancreatic biopsies. Narrated videos are provided for each procedure, including tips and tricks for avoiding complications. Course Handout Course Details
John Berg, DVM, DACVS provides instruction on performing intestinal resection and anastomosis as treatment for intestinal neoplasia in dogs and cats. He reviews the most common types of gastrointestinal neoplasia and provides videos of the procedure. Course Handout Course Details
John Berg, DVM, DACVS provides instruction on performing gastrotomies for removal of gastric foreign bodies in dogs and cats. He reviews the most common dangerous gastric foreign bodies, suture techniques, and postoperative care, and he provides a narrated surgical video of the procedure. Course Handout Course Details
John Berg, DVM, DACVS provides instruction on esophageal feeding tube placement in dogs and cats. He reviews indications for feeding tube placement, nutritional management of feeding tube patients, and a narrated step-by-step surgical video. Course Handout Course Details
John Berg, DVM, DACVS reviews causes of intestinal obstruction, medical management, and surgical procedures for enterotomies in dogs and cats. He also provides a narrated surgical video of an enterotomy procedure. Course Handout Course Details
John Berg, DVM, DACVS reviews the most common types of urinary calculi in dogs and cats and provides step-by-step directions for performing a cystotomy. He also discusses suture material, suture patterns, and postoperative care. Course Handout Course Details
John Berg, DVM, DACVS reviews gestation and parturition. He then discusses types and clinical signs of dystocia, medical treatment, and indication for cesarean section. He explains step-by-step surgical procedures, including anesthesia considerations, handling of neonates, and postoperative care of the dam. Course Handout Course Details
Valli Parthasarathy, DVM, DACVB reviews behavioral causes of feline house soiling including treatment options and medical rule-outs. Course Handout Course Details
Valli Parthasarathy, DVM, DACVB reviews the diagnosis and management of human-directed aggression in dogs and provides client communication tips for these challenging cases. Course Handout Course Details
John Berg, DVM, DACVS reviews surgical management of septic abdomen in dogs and cats including drainage techniques and antibiotic selection. He also discusses common causes of septic abdomen, diagnostic tools for confirming septic abdomen, and antibiotic selection. Course Handout Course Details
Dr. Elisa Mazzaferro describes her diagnostic and therapeutic approach to the small animal trauma patient. Her lecture will focus on 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…
Dr. Elisa Mazzaferro describes her diagnostic and therapeutic approach to the small animal trauma patient. Her lecture will focus on 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…
Dr. Jill Narak 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. Date & Time November 3, 20217:00 pm – 8:00 pm (Central Time) Please note that registration for the webinar will close 15 minutes…
Dr. Jill Narak 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. Date & Time November 3, 20217:00 pm – 8:00 pm (Central Time) Please note that registration for the webinar will close 15 minutes…