INSTRUCTOR

Dr. Don Hulse, DVM, DACVS, DECVS

 

Workshop Description

TPLO has become a Favorite technique of general and specialty veterinarians to treat CrCL tears in all size of dog. TPLO stabilizes the stifle by eliminating the cranial tibial thrust. TPLO is an excellent technique for treating partial and complete tears of the CrCL. This 2-day interactive course includes lectures and laboratories to teach participants the theory and method of tibial plateau leveling osteotomy (TPLO). Participants will perform TPLO's on plastic bones and cadavers using state of the art equipment and implants. Participants will use locking plate technology to simplify, increase precision and reduce complications of the procedure. 

Participants should have a basic knowledge of anatomy and surgical approach to the stifle and principles of bone plate application. Postoperative radiographs will be taken to assess the participant's repair technique. Postoperative management will also be discussed. 

Workshop Objectives

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

• Learn how to perform a TPLO with a concomitant patellar luxation.
• Learn how to perform a TPLO with a tibial deformity.
• Learn how to perform a TPLO with an excessive tibial plateau angle.
• Learn how to perform a TPLO in toy and small breed dogs.
• Learn how to revise a TPLO complicated by a postoperative tibial fracture.

Prerequisites

This workshop is appropriate for specialist and general practitioners who have a good foundation of the TPLO procedure and have an interest in improving their orthopedic knowledge and skills.

CE Credits - RACE Approved

This workshop will meet the requirements for 16 CE hours of continuing education 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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