2007 Continuing Education Lecture Series for Veterinarians
January 23, 2007 at 7:00pm
(note date change!)
The Fundic Examination & Ocular Pharmacology (Two Presentations)
Presented by Ruth Marrion, DVM, PhD, DACVO
(Ophthalmology)
Fundic Examination:
Dr. Marrion will cover the fundamentals of the normal ocular fundus of the dog and cat. She will then discuss some common causes of fundic lesions seen in small animals in New England.
Ocular Pharmacology:
There have been several recent additions to the ocular pharmacology armamentarium with which veterinarians may not yet be familiar. Dr. Marrion will discuss some of the newer agents available to treat glaucoma, dry eye and feline herpesvirus infection.
February 27, 2007 at 7:00pm
(note date change!)
Diagnostic Imaging of Canine Elbow Dysplasia
Presented by Tonya C. Tromblee, DVM, MS, DACVR
(Radiology)
Elbow dysplasia is the most common cause of forelimb lameness and osteoarthritis in large breed dogs. This presentation will review the 4 major forms of elbow dysplasia (ununited anconeal process, fragmented medial coronoid process, osteochondrosis/OCD, and joint incongruity) with emphasis on the radiographic and computed tomography features of these conditions.
March 27, 2007 at 7:00pm
(note date change!)
Feline/Canine Pancreatic Disease
Presented by Heidi L. White, DVM, DACVIM
(Internal Medicine)
Dr. White will discuss clinical signs, diagnostic testing and treatment options.
April 10, 2007 at 7:00pm
Becoming One with the Abdomen
Presented by Karen F. Pastor, DVM, DACVS
(Surgery)
Dr. Pastor will discuss the approach to performing a thorough abdominal exploratory, steps to take if the exploratory is negative, and surgical principles of common surgeries carried out in general practice.
May 29, 2007 at 7:00pm
Uncommon or Atypical Feline Endocrine Disease
Presented by Karen L. Campbell, DVM, DACVIM
(Internal Medicine)
The lecture will cover uncommon feline endocrine diseases such as Cushing’s disease, acromegaly and hyperaldosteronism, as well as more common endocrine diseases such as hyperthyroidism and diabetes when the clinical symptoms and diagnostic lab tests are equivocal.
The lecture will be clinically oriented and will focus on history, physical exam, diagnostic tests, treatment and prognosis. In areas of new research and study the most recent information available will be included.
June 26, 2007 at 7:00pm
Transitional Cell Carcinoma in Dogs
Presented by Michael S. Buss, DVM, MS, DACVIM
(Oncology)
This lecture has been canceled.
We apologize for any inconvenience. This lecture will be offered on October 9, 2007.
September 25, 2007 at 7:00pm
Focus on the Lens: Lens Aberrations and Lens Surgery. Includes Tonopen Wetlab.
Presented by Nancy B. Cottrill , DVM, MS, DACVO
(Ophthalmology)
Does medical therapy for cataracts work? What are the newest innovations in cataract surgery? What is the current treatment for lens luxation and how is the decision made? How do I tell the difference between lenticular nuclear sclerosis and a true cataract?
Answers to these and other vexing questions about the lens, cataracts and other lens problems will be covered.
Prior to the lecture Dr. Cottrill will do a short tonopen wetlab to demonstrate correct technique in measuring intraoccular pressure.
October 9, 2007 at 7:00pm
Transitional Cell Carcinoma in Dogs
Presented by Erin M. Romansik , DVM, DACVIM (oncology)
This lecture will review transitional cell carcinoma in dogs with special attention to available diagnostic tests. Dr. Romansik will discuss the etiology, risk factors, diagnostic workup, and treatment options for dogs with this type of cancer. A review and interpretation of the veterinary literature will also be provided as well as an update on current research in the area of canine TCC.
November 13, 2007 at 7:00pm
Neurology Clinical Cases
Presented by Gena A. Silver, DVM, DACVIM
(Neurology)
Two-hour video review of common neurological cases seen at MVRH.
Each case will be evaluated by neuroanatomic lesion localization, differential diagnosis, work up, diagnosis, prognosis and out come.
December 11, 2007 at 7:00pm
The Acute Abdomen
Presented by Jennifer E. Waldrop, DVM, DACVECC
(Critical Care)
A review of exam findings, diagnostics and treatment options of more typical causes of acute abdomen. Both practical and specialized options will be presented.
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