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Vermont Veterinary Medical Association Summer Meeting
Hilton Burlington Hotel
Burlington, VT
June 18-19, 2009
6 CE credits available on each day
Thursday, June 18th, 2009
Small Animal - Mark Peterson, DVM, Dipl. ACVIM
- Update on the diagnosis and treatment of thyroid disease in dogs and cats
- Typical and atypical Cushing's disease in dogs: Diagnostic testing and a review of older and novel therapies
- Emerging endocrine disorders in cats: Acromegaly, Cushing's syndrome, and hyperadosteronism
Large Animal - morning session - Gary Vroegindewey, DVM, MPH, Dipl. American College of Veterinary Preventive Medicine
- The veterinarian's role in biodefense
- Disaster response and humanitarian assistance
- Global veterinary medicine: opportunities and responsibilities
Large Animal - afternoon session - David Pugh, DVM, MS, Dipl. American College of Theriogenologists and the American College of Veterinary Nutrition
- Nutrition of small ruminants and camelids
- Clinical management of small ruminants and camelids
Friday, June 19th, 2009
Practice Management - H.F. Wood, CPA and Certified Financial Planner
- State of the profession
- Do you charge appropriate fees?
- Attributes of high performing practices
- Capturing everyday opportunities
Large Animal - morning session - David Pugh, DVM, MS, Dipl. American College of Theriogenologists and the American College of Veterinary Nutrition
- Brood mare and foal nutrition
- Equine breeding and farm management: pregnant mare and neonatal programs to optimize health during the most critical period
Large Animal - afternoon session - Sarah Hoy, DVM, MS
- Equine ophthalmic examinations and pre-purchase examinations
- Basic procedures and techniques in the field
- The four major categories of equine ophthalmic diseases and the latest advancements in treatment: Equine Recurrent Uveitis, Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Corneal Ulcers and "What the heck is that?!"
Special Luncheon Program - Raven Bruce, Phys.D
- Compassion Fatigue in Veterinary Medicine: Practical Strategies to Manage Stress in the Office without Losing the Heart of Your Practice
Questions? Call Kathy Finnie, VVMA Executive Director at 802-878-6888 or Kathy@vtvets.org
Register online - it's easy and no paperwork!
Go to the VVMA website at www.vtvets.org. Register by June 3rd for reduced registration fees.
Room reservations should be made directly with the Hilton Burlington Hotel at 802-658-6500. Mention the VVMA for a special room rate of $179 plus tax. This reduced rate is only available until June 3rd, 2009.
Pancreatitis, Lyme Disease, and Other Internal Medicine Topics
Sponsored by Idexx Laboratories
Hosted by University College of Bangor Veterinary Technical Education Program
University College of Bangor campus (Ballroom, The College Center, 201 Texas Ave)
Saturday, August 1, 2009
6 hours of CE credit
Speaker: Jennifer Steele, DVM, DACVIM
White at the University of Wisconsin Dr. Steele worked with MVMA President Dr. Kate Steinhacker, who promises that Dr. Steele is "a dynamic and brilliant internist ... a humorous speaker and a great teacher."
Dr. Steele's subtopics will be as follows:
- Canine and Feline Pancreatitis
- Lyme Disease and Other Internal Medicine Topics
- Next Generation Tools to Diagnose Infectious Disease
- Your Most Common Questions
- Case Studies and Discussion
Download the Pre-registration Form - Register in advance and save $10.
Integrative Health Pet Expo
Fitchburg, MA
Thursday, September 10th and Friday, September 11th, 2009
In September, the Center for Integrative Veterinary Care and the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association (AHVMA) will be joining forces to host the first Integrative Health Pet Expo (IHPE). This is a unique opportunity for veterinary professionals, pet professionals, pet caretakers and pet product providers to come together and learn about advances in the field of integrative animal care. This breakthrough event gives the public a chance to hear cutting edge information on integrative care such as acupuncture, nutrition, cancer, vaccinations, homeopathy, chiropractic, Lyme Disease, ozone and all natural flea and tick prevention for their animals. Also an opportunity to hear from some of the leading veterinarians in integrative medicine including: Jean Dodds, Marty Goldstein, Judith Shoemaker, Bob Goldstein, Margo Roman, Doug Knuevan, Bud Allen, Regina Downing, Steve Tobin, Christine Chambreau and other outstanding and knowledgeable speakers . In the Exhibit Hall patrons will receive free samples and meet with the makers of innovative pet products and the best natural treatments and foodsfor their pets such as Nature’s Variety, Handicapped pet, Bravo, Genesis, Rx Vitamins, Animal Wellness Magazine ,Wholistic Pet Organics, Yoghund , Vetriscience, MASH and more.The IHPE will be open to the public and provide lectures and exhibits as well as a silent auction to raise funds. All monies raised go directly to AHVMA and Center for Integrative Veterinary Care non-profits for research in integrative veterinary care, student scholarship and documentary filming. The IHPE is sponsored by The American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association (www.ahvma.org) and the Center for Integrative Veterinary Care the Dr.DoMore Project (www.drdomore.org).
For more information, got to the Integrative Health Pet Expo website at www.ihpe.info.
The 75th Annual New England Regional Veterinary Conference
Hosted by the Maine Veterinary Medical Association
Holiday Inn by the Bay, in Portland, Maine
September 18-19, 2009
6 CE credits each day
Note: This Conference is proving so popular that this downtown Holiday Inn will fill up rapidly.
In 2008, over 400 veterinarians attended, joined by more than 100 technicians and practice managers. This Conference's tradition of outstanding speakers is now combined with the great location of Portland, Maine. Portland's many attractions, beginning with its waterfront location and numerous fine restaurants, make it the perfect site for a professional conference of this size, which is why we are returning to this city for the third year in a row.
There will again be several Wet Labs on Friday, September 18. The day ends with our traditional Lobster Bake, for all Conference attendees, on nearby Peaks Island in Casco Bay. Boat leaves at 4:30! Saturday and Sunday's outstanding speakers will be listed shortly on our Faculty page, and will include Dr. Todd Tams on Internal Medicine (Saturday) and Dr. Charlotte Lacroix on Practice Management (Sunday).
One more thing: all registration and other prices will be the same as in 2008!
Full Conference Registration: $325 for Veterinarians; $225 for Technicians and Practice Managers.
For more information, got to the New England Veterinary Medical Association website at www.nevma.org.
Intown Veterinary Group Continuing Education Lecture Series
Surgical and Medical Management of the Septic Abdomen
Presented by Sarah Allen, DVM, DACVECC (Critical Care) &
Kechia Davis, DVM, DACVS (Surgery)
Wednesday, May 20, 2009 at 7:00pm
Location: Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital, Woburn, MA
This talk will discuss the surgical approach to canine and feline septic abdomen as well as pre-, intra-, and post-operative care.
Diagnosis & Treatment of Glaucoma
Presented by Ruth Marrion, DVM, DACVO, PhD (Ophthalmology)
Tuesday, May 26, 2009 at 7:00pm
Location: Essex County Veterinary Referral Hospital, North Andover, MA
Two-hour discussion of glaucoma: Diagnosis and differentiation from other ocular diseases, and primary and secondary glaucoma. The second hour will cover treatment options, both medical and surgical.
Surgical Diseases of the Canine Elbow and Shoulder
Presented by Brett Wood, DVM, DACVS Surgery)
Tuesday, June 9, 2009 at 7:00pm
Location: Port City Veterinary Referral Hospital, Portsmouth, NH
A two-hour lecture on the systematic approach to the diagnosis and treatment of common diseases of the elbow and shoulder in the canine patient. Various imaging modalities will be discussed including radiographs, CT, MRI and arthroscopy.
Veterinary Acupuncture
Present by Beth S. Innes, DVM, CVA, CCRT (Acupuncture)
Location: Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital, Woburn, MA
This two hour presentation will describe the neurophysiological basis of acupuncture, as well as touch on the more traditional model of acupuncture theory. Current evidence-based research, common indications for acupuncture and what to expect in a course of treatment will all be addressed.
For more information contact:
Intown Veterinary Group
20 Cabot Road
Woburn, MA 01801
Email: referringvets@intownvet.com
Phone: (781) 932-5802 Fax: (781) 932-5837
or visit their website at www.InTownVet.com.
Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University Meetings
For registration forms and course details, you can go directly to the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine's website at www.tufts.edu/vet/continedu/
Soft Tissue Surgery for the Practitioner
May 31, 2009 in North Grafton, MA
Course Director Nicole Amato, DVM
Contact: TCSVM Continuing Education Dept. 508-887-4723; vetCEinfo@tufts.edu, web site: www.tufts.edu/vet/ce
Dermatology for the Practicing Veterinarian
June 14, 2009 in North Grafton, MA
Course Director Lowell Ackerman, DVM, DACVD
Contact: TCSVM Continuing Education Dept. 508-887-4723; vetCEinfo@tufts.edu, web site: www.tufts.edu/vet/ce
Cardiology Workshop
June 28, 2009 in North Grafton, MA
Course Director John Rush, DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology), DACVECC
Contact: TCSVM Continuing Education Dept. 508-887-4723; vetCEinfo@tufts.edu, web site: www.tufts.edu/vet/ce
Canine and Feline Breeding and Genetics
September 9 – September 12, 2009 with Tufts in Sturbridge, MA
Course Director Jerold S Bell, DVM
Contact: TCSVM Continuing Education Dept. 508-887-4723; vetCEinfo@tufts.edu, web site: www.tufts.edu/vet/ce
Technician Symposium & Lab
Saturday, October 3 – Sunday, October 4, 2009 in North Grafton, MA
Contact: TCSVM Continuing Education Dept. 508-887-4723; vetCEinfo@tufts.edu, web site: www.tufts.edu/vet/ce
Endoscopy Lab
Sunday, October 25, 2009 in North Grafton, MA
Contact: TCSVM Continuing Education Dept. 508-887-4723; vetCEinfo@tufts.edu, web site: www.tufts.edu/vet/ce
6th Annual Emergency and Critical Care
Sunday, November 1, 2009 with Tufts in North Grafton, MA
Course Director Scott Shaw, DVM, DAVECC
Contact: Continuing Education Dept. 508-887-4723; vetCEinfo@tufts.edu, web site: www.tufts.edu/vet/ce
11th Annual Timely Topics in Internal Medicine
Sunday, December 6, 2009 with Tufts in North Grafton, MA
Course Director Dr. Linda Ross
Contact: Continuing Education Dept. 508-887-4723; vetCEinfo@tufts.edu, web site: www.tufts.edu/vet/ce
For more information, contact the TCSVM Office of Continuing
Education/Conference Planning at:
200 Westboro Road
North Grafton, MA 01536
Phone: 508-887-4723
Fax 508-887-4539
Email: vetCEinfo@tufts.edu
2009-2010 Maine Veterinary Medical Association CE Meetings
75th Annual New England Regional Veterinary Conference
Sept. 18-19, 2009
Holiday Inn by the Bay, Portland, ME (see above)
The MVMA Annual Meeting
January 6, 2010
6 hours of CE credit
Holiday Inn by the Bay, Portland, ME
Speaker: Gregory Grauer, DVM, MS, DACVIM
Topic: Urinary System
Osteopathic Medicine
June 26, 2010
6 hours of CE credit
Black Bear Inn, Orono, ME
Speaker: Brian Beale, DVM, DACVS
Sponsored by Merial
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