Instructors

INSTRUCTOR

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

 

 

Workshop Description 

Medial patellar luxation (MPL) 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 3 different types of trochleoplasty, tibial tuberosity transposition, soft tissue balancing techniques and a discussion on when corrective osteotomy may be needed. Participants will also learn how to treat CrCL in patients having concomitant MPL using a novel extracapsular ligament system. Following lecture and case review, participants will perform all these different techniques on cadavers and plastic bone models. 

Workshop Objectives

• Understand the mechanism of patellar luxation
• Learn diagnostic techniques to make surgical decisions and plan
• Learn basic surgical techniques for uncomplicated MPL be deepening the trochlear groove and aligning the quadriceps mechanism using a tibial tuberosity transposition
• Learn how to perform a medial retinacular release and a lateral imbrication to balance soft tissue tension on the patella.
• Learn how to perform a distal femoral osteotomy (DFO)
• Learn how to place an isometric lateral prosthetic ligament to treat concomitant MPL and CCL tears

Participants are encouraged to invite a technician/assistant to join them for the course. Develop your surgical team when you train alongside each other to perform new procedures. Technicians/Assistants must be registered for the same product as their respective veterinarian in order to attend the course.

Prerequisites

More information for this course will be available shortly.

CE Credits - RACE Approved

This workshop has been approved for 17 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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