Kahuvet Patellar Luxation Repair Workshop
Course
About
Join us on July 11th 2025 for the Patellar Luxation Repair workshop sponsored by Kahuvet at The Kahuvet Education Center in Auckland, New Zealand!
This highly practical workshop is designed to improve your understanding of stifle biomechanics and patellar luxation pathophysiology.
Delegates will have the opportunity for hands-on practice of the taught techniques on cadavers in the afternoon wet-lab. At the conclusion, delegates should feel confident in managing patients with patellar luxation.
Dr. Andrew Worth is set to host a back-to-back workshop on Extra-Capsular Cruciate Repair the day prior. Seize the opportunity to save 10% with our exclusive multi-buy discount when you reserve spots for both courses simultaneously! Explore further details about the Extra-Capsular Cruciate Repair Workshop and make your dual booking now by clicking here.
Registration Fee: $1,540 NZD ex. GST per person (Now only $1,375 until 30 May 2025!)
Instructor
Course Description
This highly practical workshop is designed to improve your understanding of stifle biomechanics and patellar luxation pathophysiology.
Delegates will have the opportunity for hands-on practice of the taught techniques on cadavers in the afternoon wet-lab. At the conclusion, delegates should feel confident in managing patients with patellar luxation.
Key Skills
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Use the grading system and pre-operative appraisal to direct therapy
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Apply appropriate techniques to surgically correct differing grades of patella luxation
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Perform a TTT, sulcoplasty, desmotomy and lateral imbrication under expert guidance
Value to Your Practice
Luxating patellae is a commonly encountered condition in first opinion canine (and sometimes feline) practice. It is also often noted during routine exams for unrelated reasons. Attending this workshop will equip you with the knowledge to understand the pathophysiology of this condition and be able to formulate customised treatment plans for the benefit of your patients.
Location
Address
7B/23 Ash Road
Wiri, Auckland
2104,
New Zealand