Events

Procedural sedation is often an underutilized tool for small practitioners. This educational program will demystify the concept of procedural sedation and its use in dogs. Detailed information on a novel sedative, a combination of the alpha-2-agonist, medetomidine, with the peripheral alpha-2 antagonist, vatinoxan will be provided. Real-world cases highlighting the use of this sedative will demonstrate how to leverage procedural sedation in your clinic. Procedural sedation is often an underutilized tool for small practitioners. This educational program will demystify the concept of procedural sedation and its use in dogs. Detailed information on a novel sedative, a combination of the alpha-2-agonist, medetomidine, with the peripheral alpha-2 antagonist, vatinoxan will be provided. Real-world cases highlighting the use of this sedative will demonstrate how to leverage procedural sedation in your clinic.

6:30 PM MST

1 RACE-Approved Credit  

This presentation will focus on the novel class of drugs called SINE inhibitors and review SINE mechanism of action. We will also look at where this oral option fits into specialty and primary care practice therapies as consideration for future use. The attendee will learn how to properly dose and safely dispense verdinexor as well as how to monitor their lymphoma patient on verdinexor, including how to address any potential adverse events.

7 PM EST

1 RACE-Approved Credit  

RACE# 27059-900255 

One Technician/Practice Manager may accompany a Veterinarian.

With dermatologic conditions making up a large volume of the caseload in companion animal medicine and with antimicrobial resistance on the rise, topical therapies need to play a bigger role in dermatologic therapy. This presentation will discuss why topical therapies are helpful and how cytology helps guide topical product choice. The most common active ingredients in topical products for companion animals will be highlighted including their mechanism of action and suggested use. By having a complete understanding of active ingredients, veterinarians will be better equipped to make a topical product selection. Compliance strategies will be discussed to help ensure that what a veterinarian prescribes actually gets used.With dermatologic conditions making up a large volume of the caseload in companion animal medicine and with antimicrobial resistance on the rise, topical therapies need to play a bigger role in dermatologic therapy. This presentation will discuss why topical therapies are helpful and how cytology helps guide topical product choice. The most common active ingredients in topical products for companion animals will be highlighted including their mechanism of action and suggested use. By having a complete understanding of active ingredients, veterinarians will be better equipped to make a topical product selection. Compliance strategies will be discussed to help ensure that what a veterinarian prescribes actually gets used.

07:00 PM MIST

1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour 
 

Veterinary Dentist - Dr Jan Bellows - will go over 50 hacks, tips and tricks to improve your dental offerings in general practice. These will include some common practices for dental examinations, dental cleanings, tips to increase client compliance.

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

07:00 PM EST

1 RACE-Approved Credit  

RACE# 27059-1119786

This presentation will focus on the novel class of drugs called SINE inhibitors and review SINE mechanism of action. We will also look at where this oral option fits into specialty and primary care practice therapies as consideration for future use. The attendee will learn how to properly dose and safely dispense verdinexor as well as how to monitor their lymphoma patient on verdinexor, including how to address any potential adverse events.

7 PM EST

1 RACE-Approved Credit  

RACE# 27059-900255 

Veterinarians only, please.

This presentation will educate clinicians on all aspects of hyperadrenocorticism (HAC) diagnosis and treatment. It will include HAC signalment, clinical signs, complications, screening tests, and the specific endocrine testing used to diagnose the condition. In addition, the use of trilostane for disease management and its monitoring and side effects will be discussed. Multiple case studies will also be presented to make the presentation as clinically relevant as possible.

7 PM EST

1 RACE-Approved Credit  

RACE# 27059-1262330

Veterinarians and Registered Technicians only, please. Sponsored by Dechra and the Southwest Virginia VMA.

The reasons to sedate our veterinary patients are many. Sedation allows for less stressful handling, positioning, and diagnostic collection for both the patient and veterinary staff. Radiographs, biopsies, IV catheter placement, and potentially even physical exam, nail trimming, ear cleaning and other maintenance procedures can be achieved with more accuracy and safety, and believe it or not, more quickly with appropriate sedation. No one drug possesses every desired quality (reliable sedation, good analgesia, reversibility, minimal side effects) so it is necessary to have a good understanding of many options and combinations so you can choose the right fit for the right situation. A sedation protocol should consider patient personality, comorbities, procedure, and preferred recovery time. The specific drugs and amounts used will depend on several factors. The anesthetist creating the plan will have to evaluate the temperament of the patient, the type of procedure being performed, and the coexisting conditions or contraindications each patient may have.

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

07:00 PM EST

1 RACE-Approved Credit  

RACE# 27059-1119946

This presentation will be a case-based discussion on the importance of skin and otic cytology. The presenter will talk about how to diagnose and manage infections using topical therapy and why having cytology is important to improve positive outcomes.

Up to 2 technicians per clinic may accompany a veterinarian.

07:00 PM EST

1 RACE-Approved Credit  

RACE# 27059-1119680

This program will discuss usage and parameters for standard anesthesia monitors including pulse oximetry, capnometer, noninvasive blood pressure (NIBP), electrocardiography (ECG), and temperature. The presenter will also discuss trips and tricks for how to make monitors function in a variety of situations.

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

08:00 PM EST

1 RACE-Approved Credit  

RACE# 27059-1259181

The presenter reviews equine regenerative therapy. Focus areas include basic principles of regenerative medicine, FDA regulations, and types of autologous blood products. The types of medical devices necessary for processing autologous blood products including centrifugation, filtration, and incubation are all discussed. Additionally, a meta-analysis of current research with regard to platelet rich plasma (PRP), autologous conditioned serum (ACS), autologous protein solutions (APS), and alpha 2 macroglobulin will be analyzed.

7:00 PM EST

1 RACE-Approved Credit  

RACE# 27059-924918

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

This presentation will educate clinicians on all aspects of hyperadrenocorticism (HAC) diagnosis and treatment. It will include HAC signalment, clinical signs, complications, screening tests, and the specific endocrine testing used to diagnose the condition. In addition, the use of trilostane for disease management and its monitoring and side effects will be discussed. Multiple case studies will also be presented to make the presentation as clinically relevant as possible.

One Technician/Practice Manager may accompany a Veterinarian.

07:00 PM EST

1 RACE-Approved Credit  

RACE# 27059-1262330

This presentation will be geared toward technicians who are performing dental examinations and dental cleanings. The presenter will discuss charting during a dental cleaning and go over the charting of teeth and other important oral pathology that should be noted.

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

07:00 PM EST

RACE# 27059-1119690

1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour

This program will quickly review the standard anesthesia monitors including pulse oximetry, capnometer, noninvasive blood pressure (NIBP), electrocardiography (ECG), and temperature. The presenter will then discuss when to worry about the numbers the monitors give you, how to troubleshoot those problematic parameters, and potential treatment options for various situations. The presenter will pay particular attention to how to correct hypotension, hypoxemia, and bradycardia.

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

08:00 PM EST

1 RACE-Approved Credit  

RACE# 27059-1259193

This presentation will educate clinicians on all aspects of hyperadrenocorticism (HAC) diagnosis and treatment. It will include HAC signalment, clinical signs, complications, screening tests, and the specific endocrine testing used to diagnose the condition. In addition, the use of trilostane for disease management and its monitoring and side effects will be discussed. Multiple case studies will also be presented to make the presentation as clinically relevant as possible.

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

07:00 PM EST

1 RACE-Approved Credit  

RACE# 27059-1262330

The presenter reviews canine regenerative therapy. Focus areas include basic principles of regenerative medicine, FDA regulations, and types of autologous blood products. The types of medical devices necessary for processing autologous blood products including centrifugation, filtration, and incubation are all discussed. Additionally a review of current literature on validation of different autologous products in canines and felines will be discussed. Finally there will be a review of the current literature on the uses of Platelet rich plasma in small animal medicine and an overview of how to perform joint injections for companion animals.

7:00 PM EST

1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour 
 

During this course the presenter will discuss Atopic dermatitis and the pathogenesis of the disease. She will then discuss the goals of short term vs long term treatment. Finally the presenter will review the current drug therapies that can be ued for immunomodulatory activity in cases of atopic dermatitis and how to best implement these in long-term management of simple and complex cases.

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

07:00 PM EST

1 RACE-Approved Credit  

RACE# 27059-1259745

This presentation will educate clinicians on all aspects of hyperadrenocorticism (HAC) diagnosis and treatment. It will include HAC signalment, clinical signs, complications, screening tests, and the specific endocrine testing used to diagnose the condition. In addition, the use of trilostane for disease management and its monitoring and side effects will be discussed. Multiple case studies will also be presented to make the presentation as clinically relevant as possible.

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

07:00 PM EST

1 RACE-Approved Credit  

RACE# 27059-1262330

This presentation will focus on the novel class of drugs called SINE inhibitors and review SINE mechanism of action. We will also look at where this oral option fits into specialty and primary care practice therapies as consideration for future use. The attendee will learn how to properly dose and safely dispense verdinexor as well as how to monitor their lymphoma patient on verdinexor, including how to address any potential adverse events.

7 PM EST

1 RACE-Approved Credit  

RACE# 27059-900255 

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

This presentation will be a case-based discussion on the importance of skin and otic cytology. The presenter will talk about how to diagnose and manage infections using topical therapy and why having cytology is important to improve positive outcomes.

7:00 PM EDT

RACE# 27059-1119680

1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour 
 

This webinar will discuss antimicrobial stewardship in regard to the treatment of canine pyoderma and otitis externa. The presenter will focus on bacterial skin diseases and how to design dosing regimens to avoid building further resistance. Judicious use of antimicrobials will be discussed and the presenter will help to select empirical choice antimicrobials. Finally she will cover the importance of culture and susceptibility in relation to pyoderma and otitis externa.

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

7:00 PM EDT

RACE# 27059-1260742

1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour 
 

The presenter reviews canine regenerative therapy. Focus areas include basic principles of regenerative medicine, FDA regulations, and types of autologous blood products. The types of medical devices necessary for processing autologous blood products including centrifugation, filtration, and incubation are all discussed. Additionally a review of current literature on validation of different autologous products in canines and felines will be discussed. Finally there will be a review of the current literature on the uses of Platelet rich plasma in small animal medicine and an overview of how to perform joint injections for companion animals.

3:00 PM EST

1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour 
 

This presentation breaks down the complex mechanisms of bisphosphonates as a drug class and their use in managing the clinical signs of navicular syndrome in horses. The second half of the presentation explores the clinical features of non-nitrogenous bisphosphonates including their efficacy and safety in real world field applications.

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

07:00 PM EDT

RACE# 27059-963582

1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour

This program will review commonly used sedation protocols and applications in general practice. The speaker will discuss reducing Fear, Anxiety and Stress in the patients and the veterinary team. He will review common methods of pre visit pharmaceuticals, in hospital sedation and examples of protocols that he has successfully used in practice. Finally he will use real-life case examples of sedation and improving FAS for everyone involved.

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

07:00 PM EDT

RACE# 27059-1119944

1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour

This presentation will focus on the novel class of drugs called SINE inhibitors and review SINE mechanism of action. We will also look at where this oral option fits into specialty and primary care practice therapies as consideration for future use. The attendee will learn how to properly dose and safely dispense verdinexor as well as how to monitor their lymphoma patient on verdinexor, including how to address any potential adverse events.

7 PM EST

1 RACE-Approved Credit  

RACE# 27059-900255 

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

The presenter reviews canine regenerative therapy. Focus areas include basic principles of regenerative medicine, FDA regulations, and types of autologous blood products. The types of medical devices necessary for processing autologous blood products including centrifugation, filtration, and incubation are all discussed. Additionally a review of current literature on validation of different autologous products in canines and felines will be discussed. Finally there will be a review of the current literature on the uses of Platelet rich plasma in small animal medicine and an overview of how to perform joint injections for companion animals.

12:00 PM EDT

1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour 
 

The presenter will be covering the routine care that the mare requires throughout the year. The information will cover preparing the mare through anestrus to managing her cycle to conception. Most of the medications and tools used in the breeding shed will be discussed along with the maintenance considerations for the pregnant mare from conception to foaling. The audience will have a better understanding of the changes that a mare goes through to ensure a routine pregnancy. An overview of some of the equipment at the breeding facility will be shared as well as the medications used for the induction of ovulation in mares.

7:00 PM EDT

1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour 
RACE# 27059-898393

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

At the end of this lecture the attendee will have a better understanding of the use of common sedation and anesthetic agents listed. The attendee will be able to utilize specific drugs at their hospital in an effective and appropriate manner. Furthermore the attendee will have a better understanding of the pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics of specific drugs such as: Zenalpha, sevoflurane, non-steroidal anti-inflammatories, dexmedetomidine, and ketamine.

7:00 PM EDT

1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour 
RACE# 27059-1264192

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

This presentation provides a review of Canine Hypoadrenocorticism (Addison’s Disease); the topics include pathophysiology, signalment, clinical signs, diagnostics, treatment, and monitoring. Cases will be discussed to reinforce your diagnostic confidence.

7:00 PM EDT

1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour 
RACE# 27059-1120992

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

This program will walk through the clinical signs, diagnosis, and treatment of Hypercortisolism (Cushing's). The speaker will use a case-based approach to discuss new monitoring protocols and treatment possibilities.

7:00 PM EDT

1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour 
RACE# 27059-1122012

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

The presenter reviews canine regenerative therapy. Focus areas include basic principles of regenerative medicine, FDA regulations, and types of autologous blood products. The types of medical devices necessary for processing autologous blood products including centrifugation, filtration, and incubation are all discussed. Additionally a review of current literature on validation of different autologous products in canines and felines will be discussed. Finally there will be a review of the current literature on the uses of Platelet rich plasma in small animal medicine and an overview of how to perform joint injections for companion animals.

3:00 PM EDT

1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour 
 

This session will provide an overview of the foundations of fluid therapy for everyday use in practice, considering the newest fluid therapy guidelines. The discussion will cover fluid therapy in sick animals with prescription plans that treat hypovolemia and dehydration. There will also be guidelines for the fluid prescription for the patient under anesthesia.

7:00 PM EDT

1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour 
 

Canine otitis externa is one of the most frequently encountered conditions in small animal veterinary practice. This presentation explores the causes of canine otitis externa including the predisposing, secondary, primary and perpetuating factors, the importance of otic cytology, and the essential treatment modalities to help ensure clinical resolution. The development of a long-term maintenance cleaning and allergy management plan will also be discussed.

2:00 PM EDT

1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour 

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

The presenter reviews canine regenerative therapy. Focus areas include basic principles of regenerative medicine, FDA regulations, and types of autologous blood products. The types of medical devices necessary for processing autologous blood products including centrifugation, filtration, and incubation are all discussed. Additionally a review of current literature on validation of different autologous products in canines and felines will be discussed. Finally there will be a review of the current literature on the uses of Platelet rich plasma in small animal medicine and an overview of how to perform joint injections for companion animals.

12:00 PM EDT

1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour 
 

Humanization of pets has us now using terms like furry children as most pet parents consider their dogs, cats, and other companion animals true family members. And as many of these parents are using supplements for themselves, they are eager to purchase pet supplements with specific health benefits for their furry family members. The global pet supplement market size was worth around USD 1.91 billion in 2022 and is predicted to have strong market growth estimated to be USD 3.12 billion by 2030 with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of roughly 5.91% between 2023 and 2030. Success in this market will require understanding pet humanization, the perspectives of pet parents and veterinarians, and how pet supplements and nutrition differ from humans. As many pet parents are using supplements for themselves, they are eager to purchase pet supplements with specific health benefits for their furry family members. The pet supplement market is rapidly growing yet, we barely understand what these magical ingredients are much less can determine if they are safe or efficacious And most pet parents are using multiple pet supplements and even treats have some of these special ingredients.Is it all fairy dust or is there some science that supports the use of supplements in your practice?

7 PM EST

1 RACE-Approved Credit  

RACE# 27059-1264304

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

In this educational presentation, we will introduce the concept of procedural sedation in veterinary practice. This includes a review of the basic physiology behind sedation in dogs, commonly-used sedatives, and the use of a reversal agent. Lastly, we will discuss a novel sedative, a combination of the alpha-2-agonist, medetomidine, with the peripheral alpha-2 antagonist, vatinoxan – and how it can improve your clinical practice.

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

07:00 PM EDT

RACE# 27059-918761
1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour

This session will discuss utilizing a multifaceted approach to the management of Feline CKD. It will include perfusion/hydration as well as medical management of anemia, hypertension, proteinuria and other symptoms of CKD. The nutritional management of CKD will be discussed as adjunctive therapy. Finally the speaker will discuss individualizing the management plan to the patient and when it becomes time to consider quality of life.

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

07:00 PM EDT

RACE# 27059-1266070
1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour

Dermatologist Joya Griffin will walk the attendee through the importance of cytology for diagnosing and treating otitis externa. This will include treating for certain pathogens and tailoring your approach to the individual case of otitis. She will then discuss pitfalls to avoid that lead to treatment failures and finally will help the attendee to formulate a comprehensive treatment plan to minimize recurrence of OE.

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

07:00 PM EDT

RACE# 27059-1264320
1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour

The presenter reviews canine regenerative therapy. Focus areas include basic principles of regenerative medicine, FDA regulations, and types of autologous blood products. The types of medical devices necessary for processing autologous blood products including centrifugation, filtration, and incubation are all discussed. Additionally a review of current literature on validation of different autologous products in canines and felines will be discussed. Finally there will be a review of the current literature on the uses of Platelet rich plasma in small animal medicine and an overview of how to perform joint injections for companion animals.

3:00 PM EDT

1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour 
 

The presenter will discuss different types of fluids available for use in veterinary patients with a short review of the types, the differences between the types, and a brief description on the use of crystalloids vs colloids. The presenter will also touch on appropriate fluid therapy types, techniques, and rates for resuscitation, rehydration, and preventing continuing fluid loss. The presentation will be from a criticalists perspective but will be geared to general practice.

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

07:00 PM EDT

RACE# 27059-1201360
1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour

The presenter reviews canine regenerative therapy. Focus areas include basic principles of regenerative medicine, FDA regulations, and types of autologous blood products. The types of medical devices necessary for processing autologous blood products including centrifugation, filtration, and incubation are all discussed. Additionally a review of current literature on validation of different autologous products in canines and felines will be discussed. Finally there will be a review of the current literature on the uses of Platelet rich plasma in small animal medicine and an overview of how to perform joint injections for companion animals.

12:00 PM EDT

1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour 
 

With dermatologic conditions making up a large volume of the caseload in companion animal medicine and with antimicrobial resistance on the rise, topical therapies need to play a bigger role in dermatologic therapy. This presentation will discuss why topical therapies are helpful and how cytology helps guide topical product choice. The most common active ingredients in topical products for companion animals will be highlighted including their mechanism of action and suggested use. By having a complete understanding of active ingredients, veterinarians will be better equipped to make a topical product selection. Compliance strategies will be discussed to help ensure that what a veterinarian prescribes actually gets used.

07:00 PM EDT

1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour 
RACE# 27059-906349

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

This presentation will educate clinicians on all aspects of hyperadrenocorticism (HAC) diagnosis and treatment. It will include HAC signalment, clinical signs, complications, screening tests, and the specific endocrine testing used to diagnose the condition. In addition, the use of trilostane for disease management and its monitoring and side effects will be discussed. Multiple case studies will also be presented to make the presentation as clinically relevant as possible.

07:00 PM EDT

1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour 
RACE# 27059-1262330

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

In this educational presentation, we will introduce the concept of procedural sedation in veterinary practice. This includes a review of the basic physiology behind sedation in dogs, commonly-used sedatives, and the use of a reversal agent. Lastly, we will discuss a novel sedative, a combination of the alpha-2-agonist, medetomidine, with the peripheral alpha-2 antagonist, vatinoxan – and how it can improve your clinical practice.

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

07:00 PM EDT

RACE# 27059-918761
1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour

The presenter will discuss Canine Hypoadrenocorticism with a case based approach. There will be a review of common clinical signs, case examples, and treatment of the disease.

Veterinarians and Technicians are invited.

07:00 PM EDT

RACE# 27059-1120400
1 RACE-Approved Credit Hour