Small Animal

8:00am: A Review of Cardiovascular Radiography - Dr. Allison Lee

• This 1-hour lecture will cover the radiographic anatomy of the small animal cardiac silhouette and pulmonary vasculature. Common radiographic changes associated with various acquired and congenital cardiac diseases will be reviewed.

9:00am: A Review of Pulmonary Radiography - Dr. Allison Lee

• This 1-hour lecture will review the three main radiographic pulmonary patterns in small animal thoracic radiography and their associated imaging findings. The radiographic findings of various pulmonary diseases will be reviewed.

10:10am: Abdominal Imaging in the Vomiting Patient - Dr. Allison Lee

• This 1-hour lecture will cover the radiographic appearance of the stomach and small intestines, with a focus on various causes of vomiting. Ultrasound of the stomach, small intestines, and pancreas will be reviewed, and common radiographic and sonographic abnormalities associated with these organs in vomiting patients will be discussed.

11:10am: Seizures and Epilepsy - The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly - Dr. Patrick Roynard

• A review of seizure management plus a discussion on what to do and what to avoid when it comes to seizure medications. Cluster seizures and status epilepticus will be discussed too.

1:00pm: Integrative Neurology: When the East Meets the West to Help You Walk Straight - Dr. Patrick Roynard

• An overview of traditional Chinese veterinary medicine (TCVM) and its potential applications and benefits in small animal neurology.

2:00pm: Cryotherapy Lecture and Demo - Bailey Surtees

• This presentation will begin with a brief overview of the century's long history and use of cold therapy for treatment of diseases and tumors. We'll then discuss the principles of minimally-invasive cryoablation, the mechanism of ice formation within tissues, and its modern veterinary applications, especially highlighting its dermal and subcutaneous use for tumor ablation. Several histological diagnoses and anatomical locations will be reviewed with case reports of several patients. We will discuss how carbon dioxide powered cryoablation can be integrated into a comprehensive cancer treatment plan. Finally, we'll explore cryoablation's potential to trigger the immune system.

Technician

8:00-9:50am: Bandaging - Cathleen Collier, RVT

• This lecture provides an overview of fundamental veterinary bandaging techniques used across a variety of species, including dogs, cats, wildlife, and exotic animals. Topics will include the selection and application of primary, secondary, and tertiary layers; common types of bandages such as Robert Jones, and splint bandages; proper restraint and handling during application; species-specific considerations for birds, reptiles, and small mammals; and recognizing and preventing complications such as pressure sores and impaired circulation. 

10:10-12:00pm: Behavior - Cathleen Collier, RVT

• This session will cover key topics such as managing behavior in companion animals, addressing common issues in exotics, and integrating behavioral health into routine veterinary care. Special attention will be given to the unique needs of exotic pets, including species-specific behavioral insights and effective modification strategies. 

1:00-2:50pm: Exotic Medicine - Cathleen Collier, RVT

• This lecture introduces the essential principles of veterinary care for exotic animals, including small mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds, and wildlife. Topics will include species-specific husbandry requirements, handling and restraint techniques, common medical conditions, diagnostic challenges, and basic treatment approaches. Special considerations for nutrition, anesthesia, and emergency care in exotic species will also be discussed.