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UPCOMING Continuing Education: September 18, 2024

Canine and Feline Ocular Neoplasms

Our upcoming CE is presented by, Zachary Badanes, DVM, DACVO, Wednesday, September 18, 2024 from 6:30pm – 9:00pm.

This presentation is designed to provide an overview of the most common occuring neoplasms encountered in dogs and cats. The talk will cover the most common eyelid, intraocular, and orbital tumors diagnosed in small animal patients. In addition, there will be a discussion on diagnostic techniques, medical and surgical treatment options, and prognosis.

Learning Objectives:

  • Know when to consider surgical excision for periocular and eyelid margin masses.
  • Understand the prognosis and surgical options for canine and feline eyelid/conjunctival mast cell tumors.
  • Differentials and prognosis for third eyelid gland tumors.
  • How to clinically diagnose feline diffuse iris melanoma and recognize when iris pigmentation has progressed to neoplasia.
  • When to consider enucleation for feline diffuse iris melanoma.
  • Be able to recognize dog breeds predisposed to melanocytic ocular neoplasia.
  • Distinguish between clinical signs of orbital neoplasia, abscess/cellulitis, and glaucoma.
  • Be able to list differentials and diagnostic recommendations for orbital disease in dogs and cats.

This lecture provides 1 credit of complimentary RACE-approved CE to veterinarians and veterinary technicians.

LOCATION

Maggiano’s Little Italy
160 N Gulph Rd Suite 205
King of Prussia, PA 19406

REGISTRATION

Please RSVP by Wednesday, September 11, 2024.

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If you have questions, please contact our Referral Relationship Manager, Jill Graff at (610) 647-2950 ext 134 or email jill.graff@vrcmalvern.com.

UPCOMING CONTINUING EDUCATION: June 5th, 2024

Physical Rehabilitation In General Practice

 

Presented by, Natalie Campbell, VMD, CCRP, CVA Wednesday, June 5th, 2024
6:30pm – 9:00pm

 

Dr. Campbell will discuss an overview of physical rehabilitation in a specialty setting. Descriptions of various therapeutic modalities, indications, and contraindications will be presented, as well as a discussion of criteria for patient selection for treatment. Furthermore, the talk will elaborate on what rehab practices/modalities can be utilized in general practice.

Objectives:

  1. Understand the various treatment modalities (electric stimulation, laser, tPEMF, ice, heat, acupuncture, hydrotherapy, manual therapy, therapeutic ultrasound) – how each works, benefits, indications, and contraindications.
  2. What you can do in your practice – diet plans, basic therapeutic exercise, supplements, modalities such as ice and heat, at-home recommendations/lifestyle changes.
  3. What patients benefit from rehabilitation? It’s not just for orthopedic post-operative patients – pre-hab, athletic conditioning, declining mobility, osteoarthritis, down dogs, neurologic patients, and geriatrics. When should you refer a patient?
    • Overview of Physical Rehabilitation
    • Brief review of treatment modalities
    • Types of patients treated by rehab – it’s not just for orthopedic post-ops!
    • What you can do in your practice

Lecture provides 1 credit of complimentary CE to veterinarians and veterinary technicians through RACE. 

LOCATION

Maggiano’s Little Italy
160 N Gulph Rd Suite 205
King of Prussia, PA 19406

REGISTRATION

RSVP by Wednesday, May 29th, 2024

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If you have questions, please contact our Referral Relationship Manager, Jill Graff at (610) 647-2950 ext 134 or email jill.graff@vrcmalvern.com

UPCOMING CONTINUING EDUCATION: FEBRUARY 28TH, 2024

EXTRACTION COMPLICATIONS

Presented by, Han Chia, VMD, DAVDC Wednesday, February 28th, 2024
6:30pm – 9:00pm

 

The goal of this CE is to focus on extraction complications that happen during surgery. Attendees will review the anatomy of the skull and troubleshoot each complication. The complications that will be discussed are; root breakage, root tip displacement, intra-op hemorrhage, and iatrogenic damage.

Objectives:

  1. Review the anatomy of the head; identify the nerve, blood vessel, and bone structure
  2. Review extraction steps; understand what can go wrong in each step
  3. Evaluate each complication and formulate an appropriate solution for the individual patient
  4. Learn to create a safety net to prevent/decrease the complication rate

Lecture provides 1 credit of complimentary CE to veterinarians and veterinary technicians through *RACE. 

*RACE-approval pending

LOCATION

Maggiano’s Little Italy
160 N Gulph Rd Suite 205
King of Prussia, PA 19406

REGISTRATION

RSVP by Wednesday, February 21st, 2024

REGISTER TODAY

If you have questions, please contact our Referral Relationship Manager, Jill Graff at (610) 647-2950 ext 134 or email jill.graff@vrcmalvern.com

UPCOMING CONTINUING EDUCATION EVENT: SEPTEMBER 26

Diagnostic & Treatment Advances for Urothelial Carcinoma

 

Presented by,
Colleen Martin, DVM, MS, Practice Limited to Oncology
Wednesday, September 26th, 2018
6:00pm

This lecture will review:

  • Overview of the biologic behavior of Urothelial Carcinoma
  • Advances in screening and diagnostics
  • New therapeutic options
  • Outcomes with treatment

 

Lecture provides 1 credit of complimentary CE to veterinarians and veterinary technicians through RACE.

PROGRAM
Complimentary dinner and Meet & Greet starts at 6:00pm. Session begins at 7:00pm followed by Q&A.

LOCATION
VRC
340 Lancaster Ave
Malvern, PA 19355

REGISTRATION
RSVP by Friday, September 21st.

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