Instructors

INSTRUCTOR

Dr. Brian Beale, DVM, DACVS, ACVS Fellow, -MIS

 

 

Workshop Description

Medial patellar luxation is a common orthopedic problem in dogs and cats. Successful treatment of these conditions requires accurate diagnosis and assessment. This course will provide up-to-date information on the etiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis and treatment of patellar luxation. Lectures and labs will emphasize techniques that can readily be performed in practice. The course includes surgical treatment of MPL using trochleoplasty, patellar groove replacement, TTT, soft tissue balancing techniques and corrective osteotomy. Participants will also learn how to treat CrCL in patients having concomitant MPL using the Orthosta extracapsular ligament system. Following lecture and case review, participants will perform all techniques covered on cadavers and plastic bone models. Postoperative management and complications will also be discussed. 

Workshop Objectives

• Understand the mechanism of patellar luxation 
• Learn diagnostic techniques to make surgical decisions and plan  
• Learn basic surgical techniques for uncomplicated MPL using TBR and TTT. ·   
• Learn advanced surgical techniques for advanced MPL using corrective osteotomies of the femur and tibia and patellar groove replacement.   

Workshop Agenda

Prerequisites

This workshop is appropriate for specialist and general practitioners who are proficient with extracapsular and basic fracture repair and have experience treating Patellar Luxation using Tibial Tuberosity Transpositions and Patellar Trochleoplasty. Surgeons will need to be proficient with bone plating and with osteotomy procedures including TPLOs.

CE Credits - RACE Approved

This workshop has been approved for 16 CE credits in jurisdiction which recognizes AAAVSB RACE approval.

Movora provides all equipment and materials for each workshop.

Location

Nexus CE Centers
Learn in a small group setting for more one-on-one attention from the instructor and maximizing hands-on time for each participant. Develop practical skills to enhance your production and efficiency in the practice. Apply the skills and techniques you learn immediately, and watch your practice profitability grow!

Improve your knowledge and skills at Nexus CE Centers located in either Park City, UT or Baltimore, MD.

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