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CONVENTION 2018
SEPTEMBER 20-23 • LOVELAND, CO
PROGRAM
A D V O C A C Y E D U C A T I O N S U P P O R T L E A D E R S H I P
CVMA CONVENTION 2018
What’s Inside
President’s Welcome................................................................................................3 Education Program
Sponsor Recognition.............................................................................................. 4 Convention Highlights............................................................................... 10-11
Power of 10 Leadership Academy.................................................5 CE Sessions – by Day.................................................................................12-18
Convention Information and Services............................ 6-7 Thursday.......................................................................................................... 12-13
Registration Hours................................................................................... 6 Friday.................................................................................................................... 14-15
Name Badges.................................................................................................... 6 Saturday...........................................................................................................16-17
Event Tickets....................................................................................................... 6 Sunday...........................................................................................................................18
Proceedings.......................................................................................................... 6 CE Sessions – Descriptions by Track...................... 20-33
Internet........................................................................................................................... 6 Speaker Biographies.............................................................................. 34-40
Convention Mobile App................................................................. 6 Acknowledgments.....................................................................................................41
Charging Station.......................................................................................... 6 Exhibit Hall
Continuing Education Credit................................................7 General Information and Hours......................................................42
Hotel Map...................................................................................................................7 Exhibitor Listing and Map.........................................................................43
Convention Schedule......................................................................................8-9 Exhibitor Guide................................................................................................ 44-46
Put the CVMA Convention 2018
experience in the palm of your hand!
Download the app at
http://my.yapp.us/CVMACON2018
Colorado Veterinary Medical Association
191 Yuma Street, Denver, CO 80223
303.318.0447 • 800.228.5429
fax: 303.318.0450 or 303.318.0449
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CONVENTION 2018
CVMA
Welcome to CVMA Convention 2018!
You have endless options on where to spend your time and hard-earned
money to receive your education and professional development. We truly
appreciate you choosing CVMA Convention 2018!
From equine to small animal, exotics, and agricultural animal to professional
development and hands-on labs, we have over 120 hours of world-class
education lined up to meet your needs. And we are thrilled to have Paul
Osincup kick off convention with our Opening General Session on Thursday!
CVMA Convention 2018 strives to provide world-class biomedical education
and professional rejuvenation, and also a true sense of community.
Enjoy your experiences here with us in Loveland… We’re glad you’re here! William French, DVM
President, CVMA
Welcome AVMA
CVMA is honored to welcome Dr. Melanie Marsden, District IX Board Representative, and Dr. Michael
Topper, President of the American Veterinary Medical Association, to our annual convention.
Welcome Veterinary Technicians
CVMA welcomes veterinary technicians to share the convention experience with veterinarians and
other veterinary professionals by participating in any classes available during convention. A CE
form is included in your registration packet to track your CEUs. CVTs should retain this form for
their records and follow CACVT guidelines. For more information, visit www.cacvt.org.
Welcome CSU Veterinary Students
Generous contributions from Colorado veterinarians enable CSU veterinary students to participate in
CVMA meetings, including convention. These gifts Send-a-Student to CVMA programs and build the
future of veterinary medicine by cultivating the next generation of your colleagues.
Send-a-Student Sponsors
CVMA extends its sincere appreciation to the following individuals and organizations that contributed
sponsorships to the association’s 2018 Send-a-Student program.
(list as of August 13, 2018)
Alfred T. Videen Fund Elanco Animal Health (2) Monument Pharmacy
Donald Beckett, DVM Timothy Holt, DVM (3) Donald Seedle, DVM
Steven Benscheidt, DVM William Fredregill, DVM (2) Adam Tempel, DVM
CATALYST Veterinary Practice Consultants Randa MacMillan, DVM (2) Timberview Animal Hospital (2)
Ted Cohn, DVM Khursheed Mama, DVM Susan Woodard, DVM
Curtis Crawford, DVM Diane Matt, CAE Victoria Wynn, DVM (2)
Dale Davis, DVM (2) Mark Ryan, DVM (2)
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CVMA CONVENTION 2018
Thank You CVMA Partners!
CVMA Convention 2018 is made possible because of the generous support of these industry
partners. We thank you for your continued support and commitment to CVMA and the veterinary
profession!
Supporting Sponsors
Contributing Sponsors
Participating Sponsors
AVMA | PLIT
CATALYST Veterinary Practice Consultants
Ceva Animal Health
IT Guru
Lasting Paws Pet Memorial Services
Merck Animal Health
MWI Animal Health
Multi Radiance Medical
Nutramax Laboratories
TMGvets
VBMA
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CONVENTION 2018
CVMA
Power of 10 Leadership Academy:
DVM and Practice Manager
Program Introduction
10
POWER of
Colorado Veterinary
Medical Association
Power of 10 Leadership Academy is a CVMA initiative designed to help veterinarians and practice
managers develop foundational skills in leadership, communication, and business. Power of 10
Leadership Academy offers two programs, Power of 10 | DVM and Power of 10 | PM. P10 | DVM is
intended for veterinarians who graduated within the last seven years, while its parallel program,
P10 | PM, is specifically designed for practice managers in all stages of their careers.
Facilitator Thank You
CVMA would like to extend a special thank you to our Power of 10 academy facilitators. We
appreciate the volunteered time, knowledge and development of the curriculum for both of
these programs. Thank you to H. Howells, DVM; Hannah Klein, DVM; Josh Vaisman; Kat Burns,
CVPM, CAWA; and Marianne Mallonee, CVPM, for your above and beyond contributions!
Sponsor Thank You
Our Power of 10 | Practice Manager program is possible thanks to the support of our very
generous sponsors.
Premier Sponsors
Hosting Sponsor
Supporting Sponsors
Carr Healthcare Realty
CATALYST Veterinary Practice Consultants
Ethos Veterinary Health
Peak Veterinary Consultants
Structure LLC
Wells Fargo
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CVMA CONVENTION 2018
Convention Information and Services
CVMA Registration Desk Hours Internet
Registration Desk is located in the Front Range Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the
Foyer and is open during the following hours: meeting space for light web surfing. To keep it
Thursday 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM running quickly for all attendees, please download
Friday 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM large files or applications, like the CVMA 2018
Saturday 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM Convention App, prior to coming to convention. To
Sunday 6:00 – 10:00 AM access Wi-Fi, connect to the CVMA Convention 2018
network. Password for internet is CVMA18.
Name Badges
Mobile App
Attendees and guests must wear a convention
badge at all times. Admission to education sessions CVMA Convention 2018 at your fingertips! CVMA
is not allowed for guests and children under the age Convention App is the best way to stay connected
of 18. Guests who wish to attend any education and up-to-date on all convention activities. Through
sessions must register as an attendee. the app, you have access to the following features:
• Create a custom agenda
Event Tickets
• Meeting and event schedules
Event tickets are required and will be collected at
each event. Event tickets are included in your • Latest program and room updates
registration packet based on your RSVP during the • Exhibitor and sponsor information
registration process. If you didn’t RSVP for a meal • Proceeding notes
or other ticketed event, please visit the registration
•A
lerts with important information to keep you
desk for onsite availability and pricing.
“in the know.” Make sure your push notifications
Proceedings are enabled to receive these notifications.
All convention participants have access to Download the CVMA Convention 2018 app today at
proceedings as submitted by speakers. Access to http://my.yapp.us/CVMACON2018.
the proceedings is available in the following
convenient ways:
•O
nline – check your email for a link to access
proceedings online.
•C
onvention App – download CVMA’s Convention
2018 App for instant mobile access.
•P
rinter station - use the IT Guru sponsored
printing station. Rest and Recharge
Battery running low? Stop by the CVMA Lounge in
the Exhibitor Hall to charge both yourself and your
NEW THIS YEAR! phone or tablet!
Sponsored by
Network and mingle with your chapter
colleagues. Check your name badge for your
chapter number and join us at the designated
tables during the CVMA / CSU reception.
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CONVENTION 2018
CVMA
Convention Information and Services
Continuing Education Credits Potential CE Credits per Day:
Thursday, September 20 8*
All Colorado Veterinary Medical licenses expire on
Friday, September 21 8
October 31, 2018.
Saturday, September 22 7
The State Board of Veterinary Medicine (SBVM)
Sunday, September 23 4
requires a minimum of 32 hours of continuing
Total Hours available 27
education biennially to renew licenses in Colorado.
CVMA Convention 2018 offers 123 hours of continuing *Includes hours obtained by purchasing Learning
education! You have the opportunity to earn up Labs or Life Skills workshops (additional fees apply).
to 27 hours over the course of convention. Each To track your CE, a Record of Participation form is
50-minute lecture is equal to one continuing included in your registration packet. Please return
education credit. your completed form to the CVMA Registration
CE Credits Available: Desk at the conclusion of convention and we will
record your CE hours in your member profile. CVTs
Full Conference Registration up to 27 hours
need to retain this form for their records and for
With Labs
reporting to CACVT.
Full Conference Registration up to 23 hours
Without Labs
Embassy Suites Map
Exhibit Hall
Networking Lunch High Meadows Ballroom
Canyon Aspen Daisy
River Birch A
Maple A
Elderberry
Canyon Mountain Pinyon
River Birch B
Maple B Holly Pine
Goldenglow
Canyon
River Birch C
Maple C Snowberry
CVMA Registration
Opening General Session
Morning Keynotes
CVMA/CSU Reception
Celebration Luncheon
Lake Family Game
Loveland & Casino Night
John Q. Hammons B
Boardroom
Big
Thompson Big Carter Carter Lake
A Thompson Lake Lake Loveland
B A B A
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CVMA CONVENTION 2018
Convention Schedule
Thursday, September 20 Room Location
7:00 AM – 5:30 PM Registration Front Range Foyer
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Basic Small Animal Abdominal Ultrasound* River Birch A
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Dental Extraction – Basic* River Birch B
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Dental Radiology Learning Lab* River Birch C
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Can’t We All Just Get Along? Strategies for Carter Lake
Constructive Conflict Resolution*
8:00 AM – 12:00 PM Retaining and Attracting Quality Veterinary Team Lake Loveland
Members*
10:00 AM Golf Tournament* Mariana Butte Golf Course
12:00 – 1:00 PM Lunch (Learning Labs / Life Skills Workshops only)* Atrium
1:00 – 5:00 PM Dental Extraction - Advanced* River Birch B
1:00 – 5:00 PM Intermediate Small Animal Abdominal Ultrasound* River Birch A
1:00 – 5:00 PM Opening Session: Compassion Satisfaction, Resilience, High Meadows Ballroom
and Humor: Creating Positive Work Climates in
Veterinary Medicine - Mr. Paul Osincup**
5:00 – 6:00 PM Meet and Greet with Mr. Paul Osincup** River Birch C
Friday, September 21 Room Location
6:00 AM – 6:00 PM Registration Front Range Foyer
6:30 – 7:20 AM Breakfast with the Experts* River Birch AB
6:30 – 7:25 AM Continental Breakfast Front Range Foyer /
High Meadows Ballroom
7:30 – 8:20 AM Morning Keynote Session – Dr. Betsy Charles High Meadows Ballroom
8:30 AM – 5:20 PM Education Programs
Agricultural Animal Carter Lake
Beyond Medicine Canyon Maple B
Complementary Medicine Lake Loveland
Equine River Birch C
Small Animal Canyon Maple A
Small Animal Symposium – Medical and Surgical Canyon Maple C
Emergencies
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Board of Directors Meeting John Q. Hammons
Boardroom
9:00 AM – 5:30 PM Exhibit Hall Open Mountain Holly/Pinyon Pine
9:20 – 10:00 AM Refreshment Break in Exhibit Hall Mountain Holly/Pinyon Pine
12:00 – 2:00 PM Networking Lunch in Exhibit Hall* Mountain Holly/Pinyon Pine
3:50 – 4:30 PM Refreshment Break / Prize Drawing in Exhibit Hall Mountain Holly/Pinyon Pine
5:30 – 7:00 PM CVMA / CSU Reception* High Meadows Ballroom
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CONVENTION 2018
CVMA
Convention Schedule
Saturday, September 22 Room Location
6:00 AM – 6:00 PM Registration Front Range Foyer
6:30 – 7:20 AM Student Roundtable Breakfast* River Birch A
6:30 – 7:25 AM Continental Breakfast Front Range Foyer /
High Meadows Ballroom
7:30 – 8:20 AM Morning Keynote Session – Dr. Peter Weinstein High Meadows Ballroom
8:30 AM – 5:20 PM Education Programs
Agricultural Animal Carter Lake
Beyond Medicine Canyon Maple B
Exotic / Wildlife / Zoo Lake Loveland
Equine River Birch C
Small Animal Canyon Maple A
Small Animal Symposium – Dental Canyon Maple C
9:00 AM – 2:30 PM Exhibit Hall Open – NEW HOURS! Mountain Holly/Pinyon Pine
9:20 – 10:00 AM Refreshment Break in Exhibit Hall Mountain Holly/Pinyon Pine
12:00 – 2:00 PM Celebration Luncheon* High Meadows Ballroom
12:00 – 2:30 PM Visit Exhibit Hall / Prize Drawing Mountain Holly/Pinyon Pine
Food available for purchase in Exhibit Hall if you are
not attending Celebration Luncheon
2:00 – 2:30 PM Visit Exhibit Hall Before it Closes! Mountain Holly/Pinyon Pine
4:30 – 5:30 PM Power of 10 Reception* River Birch B
5:30 – 9:00 PM Casino Night* High Meadows Ballroom
Sunday, September 23 Room Location
6:00 – 10:00 AM Registration Front Range Foyer
7:00 – 8:00 AM Continental Breakfast Front Range Foyer
8:00 – 11:50 AM Education Programs
Agricultural Animal Carter Lake
Beyond Medicine Canyon Maple B
Equine River Birch C
Small Animal Canyon Maple A
* Advance registration and ticket required to attend
**Opening General Session open to all FULL Convention Registration attendees and Thursday registrants.
NOTE: Schedule and room assignments are subject to change. For the most up-to-date schedule, download the CVMA
Convention APP today at http://my.yapp.us/CVMACON2018!
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CVMA CONVENTION 2018
Convention Highlights
ENGAGE
Join us for these opportunities to engage and connect! Please stop by our registration desk for more
information or to check availability for ticketed events.
CVMA Opening General Session with Morning Keynote Sessions
TEDx Speaker, Paul Osincup Reset to Positive –
Compassion Satisfaction, Resilience, and Dr. Elizabeth (Betsy) Charles
Humor: Creating Positive Work Climates in Friday, September 21 | 7:30–8:20 AM
Veterinary Medicine
Kickstart your morning with our Keynote Session,
Thursday, September 20 | 1:00-5:00 PM designed with all practitioners in mind. Dr. Charles
A Colorado native, Paul earned a Master’s Degree will inspire you to choose to see the bright side of
in Higher Education Leadership & Administration at the profession by using the work of positive
the University of Northern Colorado. He served as psychologists. You will also learn skills to help all
Associate Director of Conflict Resolution and you come into contact with, including your teams
Student Conduct Services at Colorado State and clients, and how to reset to positive.
University (CSU) where he was responsible for
addressing high-risk student situations such as What Keeps You up at Night:
sexual assault, domestic violence, and severe Controlling the Chaos We Call Veterinary
alcohol & drug abuse. With such a serious day job, Medicine –
it’s no wonder he spent his free time as a stand-up Dr. Peter Weinstein
and improv comic. This combination of leadership Saturday, September 22 | 7:30–8:20 AM
and levity has fueled Paul’s mission to equip people How can we control the chaos of an extremely
with strategies for creating work climates that are complex industry with more moving parts than
more positive, productive, and fun. Oh, and did we any other healthcare profession? Challenge your
mention he’s married to a veterinarian? As a DVM thinking and problem-solve some of the hardest
husband, he has a unique perspective into the world issues that leave you scratching your head, sleeping
of veterinary medicine. restlessly, and wondering ‘WHY?’ Focusing on the
economic and business issues that impact everyone
Breakfast with the Experts from students to experienced veterinarians, you will
Friday, September 21 | 6:30–7:25 AM learn to think differently about veterinary medicine.
Begin the day with CSU faculty and other veterinary Business Education – A Collaboration
experts in small group settings with discussions on with VBMA
select topics:
Saturday, September 22 | 10:00 AM–5:20 PM
• Agricultural animal • Small animal
• Dentistry internal medicine CVMA is excited to collaborate again with the
• Equine • Small animal soft CSU Veterinary Business Management Association
tissue surgery (VBMA) student group to bring you a day of
• Exotics
education on practice affordability, achieving
Discuss that tough client case or ask advice on success through strong team dynamics and
a specific challenge in your practice. This is your entrepreneurship. We have “Must Attend” speakers
chance to ask the experts! lined up for this unique afternoon of education that
Seating is limited per topic; advance registration is required.
will inspire and engage you with tips you can
Please check with registration for onsite availability.
implement today!
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CVMA
Convention Highlights
CONNECT
Networking Lunch* Celebration Luncheon*
Friday, September 21 | 12:00–2:00 PM Saturday, September 22 | 12:00–2:00 PM
Fuel up between CE sessions and visit with all of Celebrate with those who keep the profession
the exhibitors and sponsors who help make strong as we recognize their contributions and
convention a success. Join us in the exhibit hall for service to the veterinary community. Learn the
a “grab-and-go” lunch where you can eat while latest on CVMA, applaud deserving individuals who
chatting with colleagues and business partners in a receive prestigious awards, and participate in the
relaxed atmosphere. Take advantage of this network installation of new CVMA officers. This joint lunch
exchange opportunity to learn the many products also celebrates the Colorado Association of Certified
and services available to enhance practice efficiency. Veterinary Technicians (CACVT), which represents
3,000 professionals who work in tandem with
Welcome Reception* hosted by: Colorado veterinarians to deliver the very best care
CVMA / CSU and skill to patients and clients.
Friday, September 21 | 5:30–7:00 PM
This reception hosted by CVMA and CSU always
delights! Join us Friday evening for a festive gathering
to enjoy socializing, music, delicious food, and beer
tasting with Horse and Dragon Brewery. This is the
perfect way to end the day as you connect and network
with colleagues. You will also have the opportunity
to mingle with your fellow chapter colleagues.
Family Game and Casino Night*
Saturday, September 22 | 5:30–9:00 PM
Student Breakfast Roundtable* This fun and exciting evening will feature family
Saturday, September 22 | 6:30–7:20 AM games, food, cash bar, and gambling events with
Interested in topics that affect your success? This “CVMA dollars.” Spend the evening socializing,
student event explores the topic of limiting beliefs playing cards, black jack, craps, and family-friendly
around money and interviewing through facilitator- games. At the end of the evening you can “cash in”
led discussions with veterinary professionals. Open your tokens for tickets to win prizes. It’s a fun
forum sessions allow you to truly ask those burning, evening and a great way to wind down after a day
pertinent questions in a relaxed atmosphere. of learning.
Jumpstart your day with food, fun, and excellent Special note: This is a child-friendly event. Purchase tickets and
bring the whole family!
peer-to-peer exchanges.
Sponsored by
*A
dvance registration required; ticketed event; please
check with Registration for onsite availability.
PAGE 11CVMAProgram-at-a-Glance | THURSDAY
SEPTEMBER 20, 2018
CONVENTION 2018
Pre-conference Learning Labs and Life Skills Workshops
LEARNING LABS LEARNING LABS LIFE SKILLS OPENING GENERAL
MORNING AFTERNOON WORKSHOPS SESSION
8:00 AM-12:00 PM 1:00-5:00 PM 8:00 AM-12:00 PM 1:00-5:00 PM
RIVER BIRCH C RIVER BIRCH B CARTER LAKE HIGH MEADOWS BALLROOM
Dental Radiology Dental Extraction – Advanced Can’t We All Just Get Along? Compassion Satisfaction,
Dr. Edward Eisner Dr. John Huff, Dr. Larry Klima Strategies for Constructive Resilience, and Humor:
Conflict Resolution Creating Positive Work
Dr. Elizabeth (Betsy) Charles Climates in Veterinary
Medicine
8:00 AM-12:00 PM 1:00-5:00 PM 8:00 AM-12:00 PM 5:00-6:00 PM
RIVER BIRCH B RIVER BIRCH A LAKE LOVELAND HIGH MEADOWS BALLROOM
Dental Extraction - Basic Retaining and Attracting Meet and Greet with
Dr. John Huff, Dr. Larry Klima Small Animal Abdominal Quality Veterinary Team Mr. Paul Osincup
Ultrasound – Intermediate Members
Dr. Georgette Shields Rebecca Rose
8:00 AM-12:00 PM
RIVER BIRCH A
Small Animal Abdominal
Ultrasound - Basic
Dr. Georgette Shields
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CONVENTION 2018
CVMA
SEPTEMBER 20, 2018 | THURSDAY
CVMA’s Opening General Session with Mr. Paul Osincup
Compassion Satisfaction, Resilience, and Humor:
Creating Positive Work Climates in Veterinary Medicine
1:00–5:00 PM | 4 hours of CE
You’ll be treated to a session with speaker and positive workplace
strategist, Paul Osincup, whose rare blend of inspiring content and
side-splitting humor will keep you engaged and entertained! Come
learn why his TEDx Talk: “Leading with Laughter: The Power of Humor
in Leadership” has been viewed over 140,000 times, and why his work
has been highlighted in SUCCESS Magazine, Scrubs Magazine, and on
his mom’s fridge.
Learn how Paul’s previous experience helped fuel his mission to equip
Join us after people with strategies for creating work climates that are more
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Program-at-a-Glance CONVENTION 2018
AGRICULTURAL ANIMAL BEYOND MEDICINE COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE
Carter Lake Canyon Maple B Lake Loveland
6:30–7:20 AM – Breakfast with the Experts (River Birch AB)
7:30-8:20 AM – Morning Keynote with Dr. Betsy Charles (High Meadows Ballroom)
State Veterinarian Update Managing Stress to Prevent Burnout Updates and Integrative Approaches
Dr. Keith Roehr Katherine Garcia to Equine Cervical Disease
Dr. Mindy Story
8:30 –
9:20 AM
9:00 AM-5:30 PM Exhibit Hall Open
9:20-10:00 AM – Refreshment Break in the Exhibit Hall
Coxiella burnetti Infection in Case Selection: Updates in Non-Surgical
Dairy Goats Cruciate Management
Dr. Alex Turner Dr. Lindsey Fry
10:00 –
10:50 AM
Working ON Not Just Working
IN Your Practice
Dr. Peter Weinstein
Disaster Response for Agricultural Where The Rubber Meets the Road:
Animal Veterinarians Applying Non-Surgical Cruciate
11:00 – Dr. Joe Smith Treatments in General Practice
Dr. Lindsey Fry
11:50 AM
12:00-2:00 PM – Networking Lunch in the Exhibit Hall
Rattlesnake Envenomation in
Livestock Species
Dr. Joe Smith
2:00 –
2:50 PM
Working ON Not Just Working Integrative Veterinary Pain Management
IN Your Practice in Companion Animals
Smartphone Diagnostics for the Dr. Peter Weinstein Dr. Rob Landry
Livestock Practitioner
3:00 – Dr. Joe Smith
3:50 PM
3:50-4:30 PM – Refreshment Break in the Exhibit Hall
Management of the Critically Sick Calf Integrative Approaches to Reproductive
Dr. Joe Smith Failure in Large Animals
4:30 – continued Dr. Timothy Holt
5:20 PM
5:30-7:00 PM – Welcome Reception (High Meadows Ballroom)
Sponsored by CSU and CVMA
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CVMA
SEPTEMBER 21, 2018
SMALL ANIMAL SYMPOSIUM –
| FRIDAY
EQUINE SMALL ANIMAL MEDICAL & SURGICAL EMERGENCIES
River Birch C Canyon Maple A Canyon Maple C
6:30–7:20 AM – Breakfast with the Experts (River Birch AB)
7:30-8:20 AM – Morning Keynote with Dr. Betsy Charles (High Meadows Ballroom)
Equine Rabies Research with Practice Impact Hemoabdomen:
Dr. Jaci Boggs Dr. Michael Lappin Surgical Management
(moderator) Dr. Lee Breshears
Dr. Stacy Meola
9:00 AM-5:30 PM Exhibit Hall Open
9:20-10:00 AM – Refreshment Break in the Exhibit Hall
Equine Infectious Diseases Gastric Dilation-Volvulus:
Making Headlines Surgical Management
Dr. Wendy Vaala Dr. Lee Breshears
continued Dr. Stacy Meola
Matching a Vaccination Program to the Hot Topics in Companion Animal Laryngeal Paralysis:
Horse, Its Lifestyle, and Disease Risk Infectious Disease Surgical Management
Dr. Wendy Vaala Dr. Michael Lappin Dr. Lee Breshears
Dr. Stacy Meola
12:00-2:00 PM – Networking Lunch in the Exhibit Hall
Designing a Practical Parasite Control Gastrointestinal Emergencies:
Program for Horses of All Ages Septic Abdomen and Perforated Bowel
Dr. Wendy Vaala Dr. Lee Breshears
continued Dr. Stacy Meola
The Horse with Colic: Hot Topics in Companion Animal Urinary Emergencies and Urethral
Referral is Not an Option Infectious Disease Obstruction
Dr. Earl Gaughan Dr. Stacie Summers Dr. Lee Breshears
Dr. Stacy Meola
3:50-4:30 PM – Refreshment Break in the Exhibit Hall
Wounds Near Synovial Structures Updates in Canine Heartworm Disease Approach to the Trauma Patient
Dr. Earl Gaughan Dr. Marisa Ames Dr. Lee Breshears
Dr. Stacy Meola
5:30-7:00 PM – Welcome Reception (High Meadows Ballroom)
Sponsored by CSU and CVMA
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Program-at-a-Glance
AGRICULTURAL ANIMAL BEYOND MEDICINE
CONVENTION 2018
EXOTIC / WILDLIFE / ZOO
Carter Lake Canyon Maple B Lake Loveland
6:30-7:20 AM – Student Breakfast Roundtable (River Birch A)
7:30-8:20 AM – Morning Keynote with Dr. Peter Weinstein (High Meadows Ballroom)
Ask the Diagnosticians: State Board of Veterinary Companion Pigs:
Sample Collection, Preparations, Medicine Update Introduction and Preventive Care
8:30 – and Submission Abigail Gaskins Dr. Joe Smith
9:20 AM Dr. Juan Munoz,
Dr. Forgivemore Magunda, Dr. Josh Daniels,
Dr. Charlie Davis (moderator)
9:00 AM-2:30 PM Exhibit Hall Open (NEW TIME)
9:20-10:00 AM Refreshment break in the Exhibit Hall
Companion Pigs:
Medicine and Pharmacology
10:00 – How Can I Afford to Buy a Practice with
Dr. Joe Smith
10:50 AM $250K of Debt...You Can’t Afford NOT To!
Dr. Peter Weinstein
In-Depth Look at Breeding
Soundness in Bulls
Dr. Timothy Holt, Mr. John Schenk,
Dr. Richard Wheeler Companion Pigs:
11:00 – Surgery and Emergency Cases
11:50 AM Dr. Joe Smith
12:00–2:30 PM – Visit the Exhibit Hall (OPEN DURING LUNCH; NEW CLOSING TIME)
12:00–2:00 PM – Celebration Luncheon (High Meadows Ballroom)
PAP Update: Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Companion Pigs:
Where Are We Now? and Problem Solving: Master these Clients and Cases
Dr. Timothy Holt skills to achieve stronger team Dr. Joe Smith
2:30 – dynamics, better medicine, and more
3:20 PM profitable practices
Dr. Missy Tasky, Dr. Tracey Jensen
Mr. Dusty Bonner
Trace Minerals and the Immune System
Dr. Lourens Havenga
3:30 –
4:20 PM
Case Presentations:
Interpreting Exotic Companion Animal
Blood Abnormalities in Avian, Small
Mammal, and Reptiles
Trace Minerals and Reproduction From the Back of the Classroom to an
Dr. Miranda Sadar
Dr. Lourens Havenga International Diagnostics Company
Conor Blanchet
Aaron Wallace
4:30 –
5:20 PM
5:30–9:00 PM – Casino Night (High Meadows Ballroom)
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EQUINE SMALL ANIMAL
CVMA
SEPTEMBER 22, 2018
SMALL ANIMAL
| SATURDAY
SYMPOSIUM – DENTAL
River Birch C Canyon Maple A Canyon Maple C
6:30-7:20 AM – Student Breakfast Roundtable (River Birch A)
7:30-8:20 AM – Morning Keynote with Dr. Peter Weinstein (High Meadows Ballroom)
Current Mare Reproductive Canine Heartworm Disease: Regional Nerve Blocks in Dentistry
Diagnostics and Therapeutics: Clinical Conundrums Dr. John Huff
From the Ovary and Beyond Dr. Marisa Ames
Dr. Jenn Hatzel
9:00 AM-2:30 PM Exhibit Hall Open (NEW TIME)
9:20-10:00 AM Refreshment break in the Exhibit Hall
Top Ten Tips to Lower Risk and
Frustration for Dental Extractions
in Dogs
continued Dr. Larry Klima
Culturing MRSA:
Find Out What It Means to Me
Parts 1 & 2
Dr. Brooke Simon
Referral Cases to an Assisted Surgical Extractions Made Easy
Reproductive Techniques Dr. John Huff
(ART) Program
Dr. Jenn Hatzel
12:00–2:30 PM – Visit the Exhibit Hall (OPEN DURING LUNCH; NEW CLOSING TIME)
12:00–2:00 PM – Celebration Luncheon (High Meadows Ballroom)
Equine Dentistry Update Solving Cranial Cruciate Top Ten Tips to Lower Risk and
Dr. Scott Marx Ligament Disease Frustration for Dental Extractions
Dr. Michael Conzemius in Cats
Dr. Larry Klima
Developmental Elbow Disease: Dental Radiograph
Treating a Complex Conundrum Interpretation
Dr. Michael Conzemius Dr. John Huff
continued
Surgical Extraction of Equine Cheek Treating Osteoarthritis: Critical Considerations When Performing
Teeth – Options When Oral Extraction Fact, Fiction, and Opinion Oronasal Fistula Repairs
is not Possible Dr. Michael Conzemius Dr. Larry Klima
Dr. Jackie Hill
5:30–9:00 PM – Casino Night (High Meadows Ballroom)
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AGRICULTURAL ANIMAL BEYOND MEDICINE EQUINE
| SUNDAY
SEPTEMBER 23, 2018
CONVENTION 2018
SMALL ANIMAL
Carter Lake Canyon Maple B River Birch C Canyon Maple A
7:00-8:00 AM – Continental Breakfast
Small Ruminant Breeding Therapeutic Farriery for the Common Liver Conditions:
Soundness Exams Equine Practitioner What You Need to Know
8:00 – Dr. Cleon Kimberling Dr. Stephen O’Grady Dr. David Twedt
8:50 AM
End of Life Communication
Principles: Compassion, Care,
and Client Relations
Dr. Jim Humphries
Obstructive Urolithiasis Evaluation of the Equine How To Deal with Abnormal
in Small Ruminants: Hoof Capsule: Let’s Consider Liver Enzymes
9:00 – Medical and Surgical Abnormal Foot Conformation Dr. David Twedt
9:50 AM Management Dr. Stephen O’Grady
Dr. Katie Simpson
9:50-10:00 AM – Refreshment Break
USDA Accreditation Renewal Cannabis Clinical Trials The Many Uses of the Liver Conditions You Likely
Module #30: Honeybees In Dogs: Wooden Shoe and Its Did Not Learn About in
Dr. Richanne Lomkin CSU Paving the Way Proper Application Vet School
10:00 – Dr. Stephanie McGrath Dr. Stephen O’Grady Dr. David Twedt
10:50 AM
USDA Accreditation Renewal Practical Cannabis Farriery for the Hind Limb Chronic Hepatitis in the Dog –
Module #17: National Poultry Knowledge for Clinical Dr. Stephen O’Grady How to Cure Most Cases
11:00 – Improvement Plan Practice Dr. David Twedt
Dr. Richanne Lomkin Dr. Casara Andre
11:50 AM
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Pre-conference and Opening General Session
Thursday, September 20, 2018 8:00 AM–12:00 PM
Lake Loveland
8:00 AM–12:00 PM
Retaining and Attracting Quality Veterinary
River Birch B
Team Members
Dental Extraction – Basic Learning Lab Rebecca Rose, CVT
John Huff, III, DVM, FAVD, DAVDC and Larry Klima, DVM, DAVDC You know there is a shortage of trained, qualified veterinary
Learn the principles of surgical extractions, including the creation team members, and managers are continually searching for loyal
and handling of full thickness mucoperiosteal flaps, sectioning of veterinary team members. But what are the reasons? Let’s explore
teeth, and proper extraction technique. Participants will receive solutions! National and local statistics point to demand, and
hands on experience extracting both canine and feline teeth with during the workshop we dive deep into these numbers. Is attrition
extra emphasis placed on the classically difficult teeth such as due to salary, or are there other reasons people leave the practice
canines, lower first molars, and upper 4th premolars. and the industry? Together we will explore team attrition and
retention and offer suggestions in attracting team members for
Sponsored by the long haul. Join us for an interactive workshop, designed to be
thought provoking, full of tangible resources, and fun!
Sponsored by
8:00 AM–12:00 PM
River Birch C
1:00 PM–5:00 PM
Dental Radiology Learning Lab River Birch A
Edward R. Eisner, DVM, DAVDC; Kathy Eby-Pershing, CVT;
Sara Sharp, CVT, VTS-Dentistry; Trudy Howerter, CVT Intermediate Small Animal Abdominal Learning Lab
Georgette Shields, DVM, MS, DACVR
Discover intra-oral radiography for general practice and learn entry
level dental radiography interpretation before taking intra-oral This intermediate lab will build on the fundamentals learned in
radiographs with stationary and hand-held dental x-ray equipment. the Basic Small Animal Abdominal Learning Lab. Participants will
Learn positioning techniques to produce diagnostic-quality images, learn abnormal ultrasonographic appearances of pathology to the
and how to evaluate the quality of the exposed images. major abdominal organs. The basic anatomy and ultrasound
technique of the gastrointestinal tract will also be explored.
Sponsored by
Sponsored by
1:00 PM–5:00 PM
8:00 AM–12:00 PM River Birch B
River Birch A
Basic Small Animal Abdominal Learning Lab Dental Extraction – Advanced Learning Lab
Georgette Shields, DVM, MS, DACVR John Huff, III, DVM, FAVD, DAVD; Larry Klima, DVM, DAVDC;
Sara Sharp, CVT, VTS-Dentistry; Trudy Howerter, CVT;
Learn the necessary fundamental skill set for basic abdominal Kathy Eby Pershing, CVT
scanning techniques. The basic physics of ultrasound will be
discussed, with emphasis on machine controls that can be Building on skills developed in the basic extraction lab, this course
manipulated to improve image quality. Attendees will learn the offers instruction to further hone extraction technique by focusing
anatomy and normal ultrasonographic appearances of the main on challenging sites such as canine maxillary 1st molars and 3rd
abdominal organs. These skills will be reinforced and practiced in incisors, mandibular 2nd molars, as well as canine and feline
small groups under the mentorship of experienced instructors. retained tooth roots. In addition, time will be spent learning
proper technique in flap manipulation for oronasal fistula repair
Sponsored by and open root planing.
Sponsored by
8:00 AM–12:00 PM
Carter Lake
1:00–5:00 PM
Can’t We All Just Get Along? Strategies for High Meadows Ballroom
Constructive Conflict Resolution
Elizabeth (Betsy) Charles, DVM, MA Opening General Session
Explore the nonviolent communication model developed by Compassion Satisfaction, Resilience, and Humor:
Dr. Marshall Rosenberg in a practice environment. Using group Creating Positive Work Climates in Veterinary Medicine
discussion, small group activities, and personal reflection, Paul Osincup, MS
participants will gain the skills necessary to allow them to resolve Kick off your convention experience on Thursday afternoon for
conflict constructively. Also, participants will learn how understanding the opening session of CVMA Convention 2018!
diversity plays a role in constructive conflict resolution.
Join us for an entertaining and informative session with
Sponsored by Paul Osincup, positive workplace strategist, and conflict resolution
specialist. Learn how his previous experience helped fuel his
mission to equip people with strategies for creating work climates.
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MORNING KEYNOTE SESSIONS AGRICULTURAL ANIMAL
High Meadows Ballroom Carter Lake
Join us at our Keynote Sessions, designed with all Friday, September 21, 2018
practitioners and professionals in mind! 8:30–9:20 AM
State Veterinarian’s Animal Health Update
Friday, September 21, 2018
Keith Roehr, DVM
7:30-8:20 AM This report details disease and animal health issues of significance
in the last year. This presents a unique opportunity to learn the
Reset to Positive current disease issues of importance to livestock producers and
Elizabeth (Betsy) Charles, DVM, MA to have a dialog to offer perspectives from private practicing
Dr. Charles will use the work of Shawn veterinarians.
Achor and other positive psychologists • Learn the current animal health report
as well as work done by the Veterinary • Share animal health perspectives from practicing veterinarians
Mental Health Practitioners group in
inspiring participants to choose to see
the bright side of the profession while also 10:00-10:50 AM
gaining the skills to help all they come into Coxiella burnetti Infection in Dairy Goats
contact with, their teams, and clients,
Alex Turner, DVM
also reset to positive. Attendees will:
Review a case of an infection with Coxiella burnetti in a CO dairy
• Learn how the tenets of positive
goat herd and explore considerations for animal and public health
psychology can transform veterinary
officials, diagnostic testing and treatment for the veterinarian, and
practice
management for the producer.
• Understand who we are as a profession
• How to recognize and when to test for Coxiella burnetti
so we can choose a positive outlook
• Differential list for sheep and goat abortions
• Biosecurity and public health concerns with Coxiella burnetti
Saturday, September 22, 2018
11:00-11:50 AM
7:30-8:20 AM
Disaster Response for Agricultural Animal Veterinarians
What Keeps You up at Night: Controlling the Chaos
Joe Smith, DVM, MPS, DACVIM (LAIM), cVMA
We Call Veterinary Medicine
Peter Weinstein, DVM, MBA Content will be focused on the common aspects of response for
multiple disaster types, including the Incident Command System
A discussion of the issues impacting
(ICS). Preparation, action, and debriefing plans will be
veterinary medicine that leave you
demonstrated with respect to several common disaster responses.
scratching your head, sleeping restlessly,
Cases involving response to trailer wreck accidents will be used
and wondering ‘WHY?’ Focusing on the
for specific examples of agricultural animal disaster response.
economic and business issues that
impact everyone from students to • Understand the structure for disaster response with respect
experienced veterinarians, this session to the Incident Command System (ICS)
will help you think differently about • Describe preparation, action, and debriefing plans common
veterinary medicine. How can we control to agricultural animal disaster response
the chaos of an extremely complex
industry with more moving parts than 2:00-2:50 PM
any other healthcare profession? Attend
the Saturday Morning Keynote and: Rattlesnake Envenomation in Livestock Species
• Understand the economic issues Joe Smith, DVM, MPS, DACVIM (LAIM), cVMA
impacting the veterinary profession
Using clinical cases and reviews from comparative literature, this
•Grasp the complexity of the veterinary session will focus on diagnosis, management, and follow up therapy
business model for rattlesnake envenomation in livestock species. Discussion will
involve a comparative approach to rattlesnake envenomation in
veterinary species with respect to pharmacotherapy and patient
management.
• Understand pathophysiology basis for treatment of
rattlesnake envenomation in livestock
• Describe case management with respect to emergency and
long term therapeutic measures
• Develop plans for clients for emergency triage prior to
arrival of veterinary support
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AGRICULTURAL ANIMAL continued 10:00-11:50 AM
Carter Lake In-Depth Look at Breeding Soundness in Bulls
3:00-3:50 PM Timothy Holt, DVM; John Schenk, BS, MS; and Richard Wheeler, DVM
This session will be a discussion of abnormal sperm morphology
Smartphone Diagnostics for the Livestock Practitioner
in bulls, their underlying cause, and implications on potential
Joe Smith, DVM, MPS, DACVIM (LAIM), cVMA fertility. Appropriate microscopic and/or staining techniques will
Using multiple commercially available smartphone-based be reviewed. These topics will be focused as they pertain to Bull
applications, demonstrations on how the smartphone can be used Breeding Exams conducted by veterinarians.
in agricultural animal practice will be presented, and applications • Discuss sperm morphology evaluation
of the AliveCor device for recording of ECG events in goats and • Learn proper staining techniques
cattle will be shown. Discussion will include pros and cons of
• Review microscope use in determining sperm morphology
many available applications and devices for a smartphone in a
veterinary practice setting.
2:30-3:20 PM
• Identify ways to utilize diagnostic methods on a smartphone
for routine practice PAP Update: Where Are We Now?
• Learn how to use the AliveCor ECG device for ECG event Timothy Holt, DVM
collection for cattle and goats Review the pathophysiology of Bovine Pulmonary Hypertension
and what we have learned over the last 38 years. Discussions will
4:30-5:20 PM lead into the PAP test and the new findings related to elevation of
Management of the Critically Sick Calf the test, age of the animal, repeatability, nutrition and other topics
including the PAP EPD.
Joe Smith, DVM, MPS, DACVIM (LAIM), cVMA
• Understand the PAP measurement and what can influence
Information and relevant research on poisonous plants in the the test
western U.S. will be discussed. Clinical signs of poisoning,
• Prepare veterinarians on how to answer some questions
historical information, and relevant tissues needed for diagnosis
concerning Bovine High Mountain Disease
will be presented. An information bulletin highlighting over 35 of
the most common poisonous plants in the west will be provided. • Learn what the PAP EPD means and how to properly use it
for the high mountain rancher
• Describe common poisonous plants of the region, discuss
clinical signs of poisoning, and present information to
3:30-4:20 PM
prevent or mitigate losses
• How to prepare a sample of an unknown plant for taxonomic Trace Minerals and the Immune System
identification, chemical analysis and laboratory testing Lourens Havenga, DVM, BVSc
Learn the function of trace minerals in detail by discussing the
minerals in both the innate and acquired immune systems in
Saturday, September 22, 2018 bovine. This session will also share research on when
supplementation is required to impact the response of both
8:30-9:20 AM
immune modulating drugs and vaccines.
Ask the Diagnosticians: Sample Collection, • Understand the functions of different trace minerals in the
Preparations, and Submission innate and acquired immune systems
Juan Munoz Gutierrez, MVZ, PhD; Forgivemore Magunda, BVSc, • Discuss how trace mineral status impacts both the innate
MPH, PhD, DACVP; Josh Daniels, DVM, PhD, DACVM; and acquired immune systems
Charlie Davis, DVM (moderator) • Learn how to identify the key risk period and address
The panel of presenters will answer questions and discuss the possible vaccine response failure
sample collection, preparation, and submission necessary to Sponsored by
facilitate accurate and timely diagnosis through the necropsy,
surgical pathology, and ancillary diagnostic services offered by
CSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory.
• Identify and appropriately collect samples for anatomical
pathology diagnosis for relevant species
• Prepare and submit samples for diagnosis
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AGRICULTURAL ANIMAL continued 10:00-10:50 AM
Carter Lake USDA Accreditation Module #30: Honeybees
4:30-5:20 PM Richanne Lomkin, DVM
This module will familiarize the accredited veterinarian with the
Trace Minerals and Reproduction impact of the implementation of the VFD on honeybees. With
Lourens Havenga, DVM, BVSc the significant loss of pollinators in recent decades and the
Describe the function, forms of supplementation, and the flow implementation of the VFD rule, this highlights an urgent need for
of trace minerals during the reproductive and growth cycles. honeybee education and training in the diagnosis and treatment
Discussions will highlight clinically important risk areas in the of honeybees.
heifer, cow, bull, and calf. • Discuss the U.S. honeybee industry
• Learn the most important reproductive functions of the key • Describe the honeybee biology, diseases, diagnosis, and
trace minerals treatments
• Understand how trace mineral status changes during a • Recognize the judicious use of antimicrobials in honeybees
reproductive cycle, why they change, and how this affects • Understand the VFDs and honeybees, and the role of the
reproductive outcomes veterinarian
•Recognize the key risk period by production animal class
and how to address 11:00-11:50 AM
Sponsored by USDA Accreditation Module #17 – National Poultry
Improvement Plan
Richanne Lomkin, DVM
This module will familiarize the accredited veterinarian with the
National Poultry Improvement Plan (NPIP) and discuss the
systems in place that have reduced poultry disease, improved
Sunday, September 23, 2018 poultry and human health, and created a continuing surveillance
system for potential poultry health problems.
8:00–8:50 AM • Describe the scope of NPIP and how changes to the Plan
are made
Small Ruminant Breeding Soundness Exams
• Identify the portions of NPIP that are most relevant for
Cleon Kimberling, DVM further exploration
During this presentation, a detailed description of the steps for • Define the different flock and state classification levels in
Breeding Soundness Examination will be discussed in small the NPIP
ruminants. Also, this session will cover the significant return on
the producer’s investment
BEYOND MEDICINE
9:00-9:50 AM
Canyon Maple B
Obstructive Urolithiasis in Small Ruminants:
Medical and Surgical Management Friday, September 21, 2018
Katie Simpson, MS, DACVIM
Obstructive urolithiasis is a challenging and potentially fatal 8:30-9:20 AM
disease that veterinarians who work on ruminants and camelids Managing Stress to Prevent Burnout
face with some frequency. Methods of diagnosing and treating
Katherine Garcia, MA, LAC, MAC
this disease will be discussed, with an emphasis on new
information that has become available in the last five years. This session will discuss stress and how it can lead to burnout
Particular emphasis will be placed on newly described among veterinary professionals. Learn how burnout can lead to
treatment modalities. physical, mental health, and/or substance use issues and explore
ways to manage stress and related issues.
• Define stress and burnout
• Explore how burnout can affect physical and mental health
in veterinary professionals
• Describe strategies to better manage stress and emotions
to prevent symptoms of burnout
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BEYOND MEDICINE continued 2:30-4:20 PM
Canyon Maple B Emotional Intelligence, Communication, and Problem
Solving: Master these skills to achieve stronger team
10:00 AM-5:20 PM dynamics, better medicine, and more profitable practices
Missy Tasky, DVM; Tracey Jensen, DVM, DABVP; and Dusty Bonner
Working ON Not Just IN Your Practice
Peter Weinstein, DVM, MBA How many times have you been in the hospital, whether as a
student, practitioner, or practice owner, and heard the team
Based upon the principles in Michael E Gerber’s, “The E Myth”, this comment about the lack of communication? Have you worked
5-hour workshop will build a foundation of practice success that as part of a team that has difficulty solving problems that lead to
includes four pillars and how to deliver a client, patient, and staff effective solutions? If this sounds familiar, then we have a session
experience based on those pillars. This workshop will lead into for you. Our veterinarians and practice owners, currently “in the
a detailed approach to creating a system, while The Client trenches” themselves, are excited to share with you practical tips
Experience, a differentiator in true practice success, is dissected and techniques to improve communication and problem solving
and systematized. with your peers and team. The result? Increased personal
• Understand what systems are and where they fit into productivity, improved hospital culture, higher standards of care,
practice success and new levels of profitability.
• Learn how to create systems for success Sponsored by
• Create a foundation upon which the systems are developed
• Focus on the Client Experience System as one of the most
significant factors in practice success 4:30-5:20 PM
Sponsored by From the Back of the Classroom to an International
Diagnostics Company
Conor Blanchet, MPH,MBA, DVM Candidate (2020) and
Saturday, September 22, 2018 Aaron Wallace, MS, MBA, DVM Candidate (2019)
8:30-9:20 AM Please join Aaron Wallace and Conor Blanchet, two Colorado
State University MBA/DVM students, for a crash course in
State Board of Veterinary Medicine Update entrepreneurship and innovation as they walk through the challenges
Abigail Gaskins and obstacles associated with building a veterinary start up. Using
their own start up, Lacuna Diagnostics Inc. as a case study, these
The Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) houses the
award winning business competition entrepreneurs will outline
State Board of Veterinary Medicine (SBVM). This session will
what it truly takes to take an idea to creation.
present the latest legislative and rule changes, new initiatives,
and how to navigate the regulatory system when you need Sponsored by
information or must answer a Board inquiry. Participants will:
• Learn new laws, rules and policies that affect the profession
• Gain a better understanding of state government and
DORA’s mission of consumer protection Sunday, September 23, 2018
• Discover ways in which the SBVM works to protect
consumers, while also ensuring a strong business 8:00-9:50 AM
environment where veterinary services can thrive
End of Life Communication Principles: Compassion,
10:00-11:50 AM Care, and Client Relations
Jim Humphries, DVM, CVS
How Can I Afford to Buy a Practice with $250k of
Debt? You Can’t Afford NOT to! This session will offer expert insight into the extremely important
topic that faces every veterinary professional. From helping clients
Peter Weinstein, DVM, MBA decide when it is time to consider end of life care or euthanasia,
Using a discussion of where money comes into and where money to how the veterinary team helps clients come to grips with the
goes out in a typical veterinary practice, an understanding of the dying process, learning these skills are essential for a caring
differences in how owners and associates make money is delineated. veterinary hospital team. Learn how to generate the proper
Then explore the realities of how a business is bought and sold amount of empathy and effective communication during
and what you need to buy a veterinary practice. difficult times without sounding clinical, hurried, or dispassionate.
• Understand the basic economics of a veterinary business By understanding these important techniques, then the end of
a pet’s life is not about losing a client, but rather deepening the
• Learn the four types of money and how owners and
loyalty with your practice.
associates differ in their access to the types of money
• Learn how to relate with any client, deepen relationships
• Discuss what banks look for in loaning money and why
with them, and break down communication barriers
owning a practice allows for easier debt retirement
• Discuss how to generate hospital resources for end of life
Sponsored by
decisions
• Understand how to prepare your clinic to speak with “one
voice” and how to implement in-hospital trainings
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BEYOND MEDICINE continued 10:00-10:50 AM
Canyon Maple B Case Selection: Updates in Non-Surgical Cruciate
Management
10:00-10:50 AM Lindsey Fry, DVM, Resident ACVSMR
Cannabis Clinical Trials in Dogs: CSU Paving the Way As the area of rehabilitation and sports medicine in veterinary
medicine grows we are exploring alternative options to surgical
Stephanie McGrath, DVM, MS, DACVIM
management of CCL injury and disease in the stifle joint. In this
This presentation will address the study design and results of the lecture, we will explore the pathophysiology of CCL disease in
safety/PK study, the challenges of performing the first cannabis dogs, review literature (old and new), and start to discuss how
clinical trials in dogs, an update on the clinical trials, and future rehabilitation and conservative management can be a valid choice
directives. The pilot studies involved osteoarthritis and epilepsy in in select cases.
dogs, which are devastating to our veterinary patients and neither • Understand the pathophysiology of CCL disease in dogs
has an ideal treatment to date. If this study can demonstrate that and how their assessment can help determine the disease
dogs attain sufficient blood exposure with oral dosing and that process in the patient for appropriate recommendations
CBD is effective, it has the potential to improve the quality of life of
• Learn the complexity of CCL disease and the need to
this population of dogs, as well as decrease the rate of euthanasia.
approach the condition from a multimodal standpoint
• Update on veterinary cannabis clinical trials
Sponsored by
• Difficulties and obstacles involved in starting work with
cannabis
• Safety, toxicity, and pharmacokinetic study design and results
11:00-11:50 AM
11:00-11:50 AM Where the Rubber Meets the Road: Applying
Practical Cannabis Knowledge for Clinical Practice Non-Surgical Cruciate Treatments in General Practice
Casara Andre, DVM, cVMA Lindsey Fry, DVM, Resident ACVSMR
Pet parents are looking to you for answers! Ensure you have the This lecture will build on the information discussed in the
knowledge and resources to be an active adviser when a pet previous hour and get into the nuts and bolts of managing a CCL
parent decides to use cannabis for their pet. This session covers case without surgical intervention. Discussion will include pain
tips on having the “cannabis discussion” with your clients, possible and inflammation management, joint health, neuromuscular and
applications in veterinary medicine, and six recommendations to fibrotic stability of the joint, bracing, rehabilitation techniques and
give owners when they are deciding to use a cannabis product. modalities, joint injections, and long term plans for the management
• Learn cannabis harm reduction principles in veterinary of these cases.
medicine • Understand a comprehensive approach to CCL disease
• Discuss recommendations for exploring veterinary cannabis management and feel confident in making
(dosing and monitoring) recommendations for clients in these cases
• Understand the six recommendations for cannabis product • Discuss specific tools and treatment options for managing
selection the CCL deficient stifle (with or without surgical
intervention) to lead to the best outcomes for patients
Sponsored by
COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE
Lake Loveland
2:00-3:50 PM
Friday, September 21, 2018 Integrative Veterinary Pain Management in Companion
8:30-9:20 AM Animals
Rob Landry, DVM, DAIPM, CVA, CCRP, CNPM
Updates and Integrative Approaches to Equine
Cervical Disease This session will discuss current and future trends available for the
management of acute and chronic pain in small animals, specifically
Mindy Story, DVM, DACVS, cVMA, CIVCA in companion animals (canine and feline). From improving pain
Learn an overview of the more common rehabilitation techniques recognition, assessment, failures, and successes, attendees will
used in equine practice. This session will also look at a brief review discuss clinically applicable and evidence-based therapies along
of current literature and a current study evaluating the science of with alternative, nutritional, and regenerative therapies available to
acupuncture. the general practitioner.
• Be ready to implement strength and mobility exercises • Discuss the role of neuroinflammatory response to chronic
when designing a rehab program in equine practice pain and a new breakthrough approach to alleviating the
• Understand when rehabilitation modalities may or may not progression of chronic osteoarthritis
be indicated • Understand the current research and trends for managing
• Learn the value of research studies looking at acupuncture acute and chronic pain in small animals
mechanisms
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