INSTRUCTOR

Dr. Don Hulse DVM, DACVS, DECVS

 

INSTRUCTOR

Dr. Ken Bruecker DVM, MS, DACVS, DACVSMR

 

Workshop Description

This is a unique course addressing two osteotomy techniques commonly used for management of canine and feline cranial cruciate deficient stifles. For those proficient in the standard technique of TPLO but wish to advance to the next stage where TPLO is performed in cases with concurrent patella luxation, eTPA, or those requiring an additional stabilization procedure, this course will address each of these procedures. The first day of the course, lectures describing planning and execution of advanced TPLO procedures are addressed and reinforced through laboratory sessions using sawbones and cadavers.

The second day of the course is devoted to learning the principles of the CBLO procedure. The genesis for combining the two courses arises from previous experience with CBLO courses where participants were primarily TPLO surgeons wishing to learn CBLO concepts and techniques to broaden their surgical capabilities with specific cases. Examples are CrCL injury in juvenile patients, multiple ligament injury, eTPA, and concurrent patella luxation. Lectures describing planning and execution of CBLO procedures are reinforced through laboratory sessions performing techniques on sawbones and cadavers.

The third day of the course is devoted to participants planning and execution of technique (s) of their choice on cadavers. Discussion and question session is scheduled at the end of the third to address concerns and questions.

Workshop Objectives

Hands-on training led by expert instructors equals enhanced proficiency and improved surgical skills. Build your confidence with accuracy and efficiency:

• Update their knowledge on practical surgical techniques and procedures
• Increase confidence levels when performing orthopedic surgery procedures.
• Gain a better knowledge of the regional anatomy related to each surgical procedure
• Better understand how to perform each surgical technique through extensive use of video case examples coupled with hands-on laboratory practice
• Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to plan and execute a Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy in patients with eTPA, patients with CrCL injury coupled with patella luxation, and in patients requiring an additional stabilization procedure.
• Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to plan and execute a CBLO osteotomy in patients with standard CrCL injury as well as in patients with eTPA, and in patients with CrCL injury coupled with patella luxation.

• Realize that many orthopedic surgery procedures are possible to perform in practice

Prerequisites

This workshop is appropriate for specialist and general practitioners who have a good foundations of TPLO/CBLO procedures and have an interest in improving their orthopedic knowledge and skills.

CE Credits - RACE Approved

This workshop will meet the requirements for 24 CE hours of continuing education credits in jurisdiction which recognizes AAAVSB RACE approval.

Movora provides all equipment and materials for each workshop.

Location

At Viticus Group: As new discoveries and powerful innovations alter the world of animal and human health, Viticus group (formerly WVC) is the leading provider of world-class programming and in-depth learning opportunities for veterinary and human health professions. Viticus Center offers state-of-the-art labs at two cutting-edge technology facilities, presenting a variety of continued education courses and providing access to specialized surgical training for both veterinarian and human health professionals.

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