VPN Plus+ ExclusiveHow Old is "Too Old:" Anesthesia for the Geriatric PatientVetCE Virtual available for viewing; get CE creditIn this session: Tasha McNerney, BS, CVT, CVPP, VTS, provides a comprehensive overview of veterinary anesthesia for geriatric patients, starting with an introduction to the unique physiological changes and considerations in older animals.
Education Center - SponsoredBringing Light Home: How Super Pulsed Laser Therapy Enhances Pet Healingby • Multi Radiance VeterinaryOver the past two decades, laser therapy has seen tremendous growth in veterinary practices. What was once considered an alternative therapy is now an integral part of mainstream veterinary care, particularly in rehabilitation, dental, and preventative medicine.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveA Tale Of Three Tails: Abnormal Repetitive Behaviors In DogsVetCE Virtual available for viewing; get CE creditIn this session: Julia Albright, MA, DVM, DACVB, discusses common differentials and treatment plans, including management, medications, and behavior modification for common canine repetitive behaviors.
Education Center - SponsoredCanine Procedural Sedation Strategies – Optimizing Drug Selectionby • Dechra Veterinary Products Successful procedural sedation that optimizes drug and dose selection specific to the patient results in a better experience for both patients and staff.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveChallenging Euthanasias: Case review and Preventing DysthanasiaVetCE Virtual available for viewing; get CE creditIn this session: Kathleen Cooney, DVM, CHPV, CCFP, DACAW, explores euthanasia cases and looks at how pet owners and veterinarians define a good death experience. She discusses what is ideal compared to what is considered a dysthanasia, the opposite of a good death. The presentation then looks at determining how best to address dysthanasias when they happen, aiming to protect the mental health of pet owners and the veterinary team.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveSurgical Conditions of the Equine FootVetCE Virtual available for viewing; get CE creditIn this session: Participants can expect to learn about a variety of surgical conditions of the equine foot from Jenna Young, DVM, Dipl. ACVS (Large Animal). Typical presentation, diagnosis, treatment options, surgical techniques, and prognosis will be discussed for each condition. Topics will include trauma to the hoof, septic pedal osteitis, keratoma, canker, quittor, bone cysts, and fractures.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveBasics of Triage and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation in Zoological Companion AnimalsVetCE Virtual available for viewing; get CE creditIn this session: Do you have a fear of the emergency rabbit, bearded dragon, or parrot? Sarah Ozawa, DVM, Dipl. ACZM, goes over basic principles of triage and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in exotics/zoological companion animal (ZCA) species. You will gain information and tools to help you feel more comfortable handling initial triage in these species. Additionally, Dr. Ozawa discusses similarities (which are many!) and differences to CPR in ZCA species highlighting anatomic and physiologic differences between small mammals, reptiles, and birds.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveYou're My Hero: Smoke InhalationVetCE Virtual available for viewing; get CE creditIn this session: Picture the scene—the door to the treatment room opens….a fireman in full gear walks in, carrying a cat in his arms, oxygen mask held to its face. This everyday hero has saved the patient from the fire, but now it’s up to you! Karen M. Roach, RVT, VTS (ECC) addresses the following: What damage can be caused from smoke inhalation and thermal burns? What can you expect to see? What do you monitor for? What will you be treating for? What are the chances you can save this patient?
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveFeline Acute Kidney InjuryVetCE Virtual available for viewing; get CE creditIn this session: Acute kidney injury (AKI) in a cat can be a devastating condition. Ashlie Saffire, DVM, Dipl. ABVP (Feline Practice), reviews the causes of AKI, its diagnosis and distinguishing differences from chronic kidney disease, and how to develop a treatment plan. We will also work through some example cases that can be used for future reference.
VPN Plus+ ExclusivePurr-fectly Balanced: Navigating Feline Obesity & Wellness through Nutritional CareVetCE Virtual available for viewing; get CE creditIn this session: Julie Churchill, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (Nutrition) addresses why pet weight management programs can be so difficult. Tools for feline obesity prevention and wellness are also covered, as well as how to engage the entire team.
