Lecture Description

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Friday, April 29, 2005

8:00am - 6:00pm

Are We Killing the Goose That Lays the Golden Egg? - Pricing Long Term Care Drugs (1 hour)

Traditional veterinary mark-ups for pharmaceutical products sold through their practices do not work for the new, expensive, long-term care drugs. Can we rethink the way we price these products so the profession does not lose this profit-center to Internet sales and veterinary pharmacies in Walmarts? Jim Wilson

Job Descriptions - 1 of 10 Steps to Effective Hiring (2 hours)

Practices that hire staff without job descriptions will hire the wrong people and invite them to fail. Learn how to create viable task lists for staff to succeed as well as what the other 9 steps are for effective hiring. Jim Wilson

$250,000 for a Dog - Changing Legal Precedents (2 hours)

Fourteen new forces are prompting rapid changes in the way the legal system deals with legal actions involving animals. Traditional property law principles are being replaced by contemporary thinking that pets should be treated differently than animals. Learn about these issues and what you need to do to help manage them. Jim Wilson

The Growing Risks for Veterinary Malpractice - Are You Ready For the Massive Legal Changes? (3 hours)

This portion of the presentation will focus on the use of a set of "Paw and Order" video vignettes patterned after Law and Order that were produced by Merial in which we present a veterinary professional liability case involving the transmission of a zoonotic disease from a puppy to a child. Discussion will illustrate the legal elements of a such a case, common violations of the standard of care, and medical recordkeeping issues associated with it. Jim Wilson

(Sponsored by Merial)

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Avian

Saturday, April 30, 2005

8:00am-9:30am

10:00am-12:00pm

1:30pm-3:00pm

3:30pm-4:30pm

1. The Avian Reproductive Tract in Health and Disease

This lecture will provide an in-depth discussion of the male and female reproductive tract anatomy and physiology. Case discussions will be used to cover diseases of the reproductive system. Sam Rivera

2. Avicultural and Pediatric Medicine

This lecture will provide an overview of avicultural practice (nutrition, quarantine, close-aviary concept). Case discussions will be used to review common problems encountered in aviaries. The second part of the lecture will review common and not so common diseases encountered in the psittacine aviary nursery. Sam Rivera

3. The Avian Liver in Health and Disease

This lecture will provide an in-depth discussion of the anatomy and physiology of the avian liver. Case discussions will be used to review the diseases that can affect the liver. Sam Rivera

Sunday, May 1, 2005

8:00am-9:30am

10:00am-12:00pm

The Anatomy and Physiology of Avian Emergency and Critical Care

Critically ill birds often present in an advanced state of decompensation.  Successful treatment depends on the orchestration of supportive care, diagnosis and treatment.  Preparation of the veterinarian begins in education and an understanding of the patient.  Physiology, pathophysiology, and pharmacology are the foundation for this training. The physiological changes surrounding avian critical care are the focus of this lecture.  Included in this lecture will be discussion of avian metabolism, energy metabolism, body fluids, hypovolumemia (blood loss/hemorrhage) and hypotension, acid-base balance, coagulation and hemostasis, and thermoregulation. Jeffery R. Jenkins

1:30pm-3:00pm

3:30pm-4:30pm

Avian Emergency and Critical Care

This section will  cover the clinical aspects of avian critical care.  Included will be discussion of: equipment and instrumentation, triage, patient monitoring, shock and fluid therapy, route of fluid administration, choice of fluids, acid-base imbalances, and pain, followed by an in-depth review of common avian emergencies including the critically ill avian patient, hypocalcemia syndrome, respiratory emergencies, bleeding and blood loss and anemia, bite wounds and scratches, fractures, burns, and poisoning/toxicosis. Jeffery R. Jenkins

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Bovine

Saturday, April 30, 2005

8:00am-9:30am

10:00am-12:00pm

Interpretation of Clinicopathologic Data: A Case Based Approach

Using cases as a focus of the discussion, we will review the most useful hematologic and serum biochemical tests and how they can be used in bovine practice. Audience participation is encouraged and expected. Allen Roussel

(Sponsored by IDEXX)

1:30pm-3:00pm

3:30pm-4:30pm

1. Development of Beef Seedstock

This lecture will cover disease and management consideration for the development of the beef bull and heifer for the purpose of herd replacements. David Gnad

2. Diagnosing Weight Loss in Small Ruminants.....a Bovine Practitioner's Perspective

This lecture will provide a practical, logical approach to determining the cause of weight loss in small ruminants. David Gnad

Sunday, May 1, 2005

8:00am- 4:30pm

Monitoring Dairy Herd Health

The immediate postpartum period is where dairy cattle most likely develop milk fever, retained placenta, metritis, ketosis & displaced abomasum. Dairy operations are becoming larger, making monitoring programs necessary for early detection & treatment of sick cows. The main goal of a monitoring program is to use reasonably cost-effective techniques to identify animals in the early stages of disease, therefore allowing reliable treatment methods to return an animal back to a healthy state. Billy Smith

The Effective Use of Daily Postpartum Rectal Temperatures in Dairy Cattle

The economic impact of certain diseases during the immediate postpartum period can be dramatic. One monitoring tool that has received a tremendous amount of positive attention is recording rectal temperatures of dairy cattle during the immediate postpartum period. Presumably, this allows for early detection & treatment of sick animals, therefore retuning the animal to productivity sooner. Billy Smith

Clinical Manifestation of Postpartum Metritis in Dairy Cattle

Postpartum metritis is a common disease of dairy cattle. A clear classification scheme is needed to successfully understand this disease process. Cattle possess many means of self defense in preventing uterine infection. Accurate diagnosis can be made by using any one or a combination of the following: rectal examination of the uterus, vaginal speculum examination, uterine culture & uterine biopsy. Billy Smith

Predisposing Factors & Potential Causes of Postpartum Metritis in Dairy Cattle

Postpartum metritis is a complex disease process. The interrelationship of multiple factors associated with postpartum metritis has been demonstrated. Risk factors such as retained fetal membranes, still births, multiple births, dystocia, hypocalcemia & environmental conditions have been recognized. The isolation of bacteria from the uteri of postpartum dairy cattle is common. A wide variety can be classified into several groups. Billy Smith

Therapeutic & Management Options for Postpartum Metritis in Dairy Cattle

The incorporation of health-monitoring protocols for fresh cows has helped to prevent postpartum metritis in dairy cattle. Clinical signs for postpartum metritis range from self-limiting signs to life-threatening ones. Treatment general involves hormonal & antibiotic therapy alone or in combination. Deciding on an effective treatment of postpartum metritis remains controversial. Billy Smith

Antibiotic Screening in Dairy Herds

Treatment of dairy cattle for various diseases with antimicrobial agents can result in milk residues. The Food & Drug Administration has established "safe levels" as a guide to handle milk residue violations. The occurrence of beta-lactam residues in milk has steadily declined over the years. There are many causes for milk or meat antimicrobial residue violations & certain quality assurance programs are currently available to help curtail the incidence of antimicrobial residue violations. Billy Smith

(Sponsored by Pfizer)

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Canine

Saturday, April 30, 2005

8:00am - 9:30am

The Diagnosis & Treatment of Canine Staphylococcal Skin Infections

Staphylococcal skin infections of the dog can be the primary cause of dermatitis or a complication of an underlying dermatoses. Diagnosing and treating these infections is a simple but important part of the management of dermatologic disease. Veterinarians also need to understand more about the choices and pharmacokinetics of antibiotics that are used to treat dermatologic diseases. Candace Sousa

(Sponsored by Pfizer)

10:00am-12:00pm

The Approach to the Diagnosis of the Pruritic Dog

Pruritus is one of the most common dermatologic complaints of owners. Allergic diseases as well as infectious diseases can be the cause. There is a systematic way to approach the diagnostic workup that will be discussed. Candace Sousa

(Sponsored by Pfizer)

1:30pm-3:00pm

"New," Unusual or Troublesome Dermatoses of the Dog

Since new dermatologic conditions are continuously being identified in veterinary medicine and most practitioners will only rarely be exposed to these in their practice, this lecture will give the participants a chance to see some of these diseases and learn what is currently known about their pathogenesis and treatment. Newer ways to manage troublesome dermatoses will also be discussed. Candace Sousa

(Sponsored by Pfizer)

3:30pm-4:30pm

Canine Demodicosis

The diagnosis and management of canine demodicosis can be confusing. There are currently 3 species of demodex mites known to exist in the dog and at least 2 different classifications of disease. The significance of an infestation and the choices for disease management will be discussed. Candace Sousa

(Sponsored by Pfizer)

Sunday, May 1, 2005

8:00am-9:30am

Vaccines & Vaccination: Guidelines vs. Reality

Presentation will summarize the key issues of vaccine protocol, safety & emerging technology. Richard Ford

(Sponsored by Merial)

10:00am-12:00pm

Vaccines & Vaccination: Clinical Perspectives on the Issues & Controversies Surrounding the Vaccine Guidelines

Presentation will center on a series of vaccine-related "hot topics" that have surfaced since the publication of the Feline & Canine Vaccine Guidelines. A variety of issues will be presented to provoke participation & conversation in the afternoon roundtable discussion. For example, adjuvanted vaccines & feline fibrosarcoma, the role of titers in assessing immunity, Leptospirosis: to vaccinate or not to vaccinate, infectious traceobronchitis: which vaccine & when, FeLV/FIV: changing perspectives on diagnosis & immunization, etc. Richard Ford

(Sponsored by Merial)

1:30pm-3:00pm

Panel Discussion

This 90-minute panel will be a Q&A driven by pre-determined questions.
• Richard Ford - moderator/panelist
• Karen Cunningham
• Craig Datz
• Mark Cousins

(Sponsored by Merial)

3:30pm-4:30pm

Panel-Audience Interactive Session

Questions from the audience, which will be collected during the previous session, will be addressed by the panel. Time will be reserved for spontaneous questions from the audience.

• Richard Ford - moderator/panelist
• Karen Cunningham
• Craig Datz
• Mark Cousins

(Sponsored by Merial)

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Equine

Saturday, April 30, 2005

8:00am-12:00pm

Ultrasound Lecture - (off-site)

This course will provide the practicing veterinarian with comprehensive information about equine ultrasound.  Emphasis will be placed on perinatal and neonatal ultrasonography in addition to the equine distal limb including partern and foot.  Through lectures and hands-on laboratories the practitioner will have the opportunity to use the equipment and interact with board certified veterinarians in internal medicine and surgery. Ann Desrochers

10:30am-12:30pm

Ultrasound Wetlab - (off-site)

Ann Desrochers

Sunday, May 1, 2005

8:00am-4:30pm

Right Dorsal Ulcerative Colitis

This talk will emphasize the pathophysiology of NSAID injury in the colon, clinical manifestations of right dorsal ulcerative colitis, new diagnostic methods, and treatment. Anthony Blikslager, Sam Jones

Clostridiosis

This talk will cover the clinical manifestations, diagnosis and treatment of Clostridial diarrhea in adult horses and foals. Anthony Blikslager, Sam Jones

Proliferative Enteritis

This talk will cover the cause, pathophysiology, clinical manifestations, diagnosis and treatment of proliferative enteritis in foals. Anthony Blikslager, Sam Jones

Feline

Saturday, April 30, 2005

8:00am-4:30pm

Feline Liver Conditions

Sharon Center

Sponsored by Nutramax & Heska)

Sunday, May 1, 2005

8:00am-4:30pm

Update on Feline Therapeutics

This six hour session will cover topics in drug therapy, focusing specifically on cats, to include transdermal drug administration, drug interactions, drug-induced hepatotoxicity and blood dyscrasias, dose adjustment for various disease states, rational fluid and colloid therapy, and management of diabetes mellitus in cats. Lauren Trepanier

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Special Events

Friday, April 29, 2005

Item Writing Workshop

6:00pm-7:00pm

Opening Reception

(sponsored by Pfizer)

Saturday, April 30, 2005

4:30pm-5:30pm

ABVP Certification Workshop

4:30pm-5:30pm

Diplomate Forum

6:30pm-10:00pm

Reception & ABVP Annual Banquet

(Sponsored by Bayer)