2011 Proceedings
Conference Proceedings
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Keynote Speaker Michele Moroz, RVT RMLAT
Our Profession: Past, Present & Future
Margie Scherk additional articles as promised at talks:(Click on for pdf download)
nasty experience, it is actually dangerous. We need to be good at recognizing
it and treating it safely. Prevention of pain through balanced analgesia is
crucial, not only for comfort, but also for healing. We discuss methods and
analgesic agents that are suitable for cats.
along with current research on bovine welfare and pain control.Sponsored by
Boehringer-Ingelheim
current approaches to allergy testing; a brief overview of the differences
between serum allergy testing and intradermal testing; the differences
between laboratories that offer these tests, and information for the clients
prior to allergy testing. We will review immunotherapy briefly, and the
technician’s important role in the success of an allergic patient
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DVM,CCRT A short introduction on what a CO2 Laser unit is. The applications
and benefits of laser surgery compared to a traditional scalpel surgery. A list
of surgical procedures that are significantly improved upon with the CO2 laser.
practice) Inappropriate elimination results in thousands of cats being
euthanized annually. We have to find out what it is that kitty is trying to tell
us. By asking the right questions and taking time with the client, most of these
cases can be solved to the satisfaction of both the client and, presumably, the
cat. Sponsored by Vètoquinol
• Financial Roadmap To Success Chris Smela, BA This presentation will
illustrate how to construct a well rounded financial plan and provide advice
on where to start, and how to prioritize one’s planning. The main areas of
discussion will focus on: A) The importance of a Will B)Insurance: Disability,
Life, Critical Illness, and Group Insurance C)Investments. Sponsored by Sun Life
Financial
• Equine Gastric Ulcer Syndrome: Causes, Prevention & Treatment Norm
Machell, DVM An overview of the contributors and causes of Equine Gastric
Ulcer Syndrome (EGUS) and discussion on some of the options available for
prevention and treatment. Sponsored by Merial
The word “euthanasia” comes from the Greek “eu”, meaning well or good,
and “thanatos”, meaning death, so literally a “good death”. Modern dictionary
definitions include:”a quiet or easy death”;”painless death”; and “mercy
killing-the act or practice of killing or permitting the death of hopelessly sick
or injured individuals (as persons or animals) in a relatively painless way for
reasons of mercy”. The Wikipedia definition makes a clear distinction between
“euthanasia” as an act of mercy, and the killing of animals for purposes other
than an act of mercy, such as slaughter or pest control, despite the fact that
in some causes the killing procedure is the same. Debate also exists whether
“euthanasia” appropriately describes the killing of some animals at the end of
scientific experiments, and of unwanted shelter animals. The term “humane
killing” is proposed for situations where ending the life of the animal is not
done for the animal’s own good. The Canadian Council on Animal Care (CCAC),
which is responsible for setting and maintaining standards for the ethical use
and care of animals used in science throughout Canada, recently developed
a set of guidelines on the euthanasia of animals used in science. In addition,
the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) is in the process of
reviewing their Guidelines on Euthanasia, in which methods, techniques,
and agents of euthanasia are being updated. Despite the reason or method
employed for ending the life of an animal, it should be done with respect,
and in a way that ensures death is as rapid, painless and free of distress as
possible. This presentation will provide an overview and discussion of the
current euthanasia guidelines recommended by the CCAC and AVMA.
practice can be challenging. The cat is a species that has evolved with a social
structure different than ours. Cats are able to function completely efficiently
as a solitary creature, yet have complex and changing social interaction. They
are both predators and prey, which affects how they respond to us in a clinic
setting. Learn numerous techniques and ways of interacting with cats to make
your, and their, hospital experience less stressful. Numerous practice tips will
also be included to show how procedures may need to be adapted to this
species. Sponsored by Hill’s
• Drug Interactions In The Veterinary World Devin Elias, BSP Discussion of some
of the frequent drug interactions, as well as some of the more dangerous
interactions. Discussion on where to find information to prevent interactions.
• Doc, I’m Allergic To Work Niels Koehncke, MD Msc FRCPC Allergy is a
well known occupational health issue among veterinary technologists
and other workers in frequent contact with both large and small animals.
This presentation will outline some of the hazards and risks associated
with exposure to animal allergens, potential consquences to health and
employment, and methods of prevention, control and management in the
context of the work environment.
Bianca Bauer, BSC,DVM, MSC In veterinary ophthalmology we rely heavily on
our technician and value the team approach. This talk will discuss the role of
the veterinary technician in our service and some common ophthalmology
cases with keypoints where the technician can aid in providing quality and
efficient veterinary ophthalmology care will also be discussed.
• Principles Of Care For The Canine & Feline Cancer Patient Dr. Monique Mayer,
DVM, MS, DACVR (Radiation Oncolgy) Cancer is the number one concern for
families of pets, yet many cancers can be cured if they are diagnosed early
and treated correctly. There are many myths about cancer and cancer care
that must be understood in order to offer families compassionate care for
their pets. This presentation will include the role of the technician in the
cancer care team and the principles of compassionate care for a pet and
their family with quailty of life as the most important measure of the cancer
team’s success. The different goals of therapy will also be discussed, including
treating patients with the goal of cure as well as palliating those patients with
incurable disease.
• Equine Chiropractics Rekha N. Orchard, Hons Bsc, DVM This seminar will
explain what chiropractic treatment is, what cases are appropriate and will
provide several equine case examples.
. Jennifer Steele , DVM, DACVIM This seminar will
has been changed from the printed brochure and more information will be
available soon.
Bumps Dr. Jennifer L. Brazzell, DVM, MRCVS. Dipl ACVP (Clinical Pathology)
This practical and hands-on workshop is designed for veterinary technologists
who are interested in improving their cytology skills. The unique workshop
will utilize a combination of didactic lectures, light microscopy, and virtual
microscopy to increase the participants’ comfort and expertise with in house cytology.
unique course includes ultrasound training. Training is designed to enable
technologists to utilize their ultrasound machines to full capacity, ands
enhance their diagnostic capabilities.
Sponsored by Canadian Veterinary Imaging
mainly about abnormal sperm morphology. The first hour will be a power
point presentation on the causes of abnormal sperm production and how to
interpret an abnormal spermiogram. The second hour(s) will be a microscopy
laboratory. There will be a variety of cases of abnormal spermiograms to
view on about 20 microscopes. For those interested, there will also be an
opportunity to make stained semen smears for sperm morphology and wet
mounts for viewing individual sperm motility.
Marqués DVM, Diplomate ACVIM & Ela Misuno, DVM Horses are sedated with
an intravenous administration of detomidine hydrochloride and butorphanol
tartrate. A short nasogastric tube is placed into the proximal esophagus and
the videoendoscope is then fed through the nasogastric tube. The endoscope
is advanced into the stomach, which is insufflated and distended with air
until the glandular and non-glandular portions are observed. Gastroscopic
examination includes assessment of the fundus, nonglandular and glandular
portions, margo plicatus and cardia.
Peggy Nelles, RVT, RMLAT Common pocket pets will be used to demonstrate
safe and humane handling and restraint techniques. Participants will be
allowed to practise the handling and restraint techniques before moving
forward with various injection methods (SC, IP) with proper restraint method.
Finally, participants will see a demonstration on various methods of blood
collection prior to being able to attempt to collect a blood sample from a
pocket pet.
• Practical In Clinic Blood Pressure Monitoring Anthony P. Carr, Dr. med
vet.,DACVIM (small animal internal medicine), Professor, SACS, WCVM Blood
pressure measurement is a must in practice. Both elevated and decreased
blood pressure can have significant impact on outcomes in our small animal
patients. As an example hypertension is associated with renal disease,
Cushings disease and hyperthyroidism. Hypotension is commonly seen in
trauma patients and is the most common adverse side effect of anesthesia.
This lab will provide some lecture information on the technology available
to measure blood pressure and how to optimize results. Blood pressure will
then be measured using a variety of technologies including Doppler and
oscillometric devices.
• Anesthesia Nerve Blocks Jane Rathgeber, RVT, BA Participants will be
practicing various nerve blocks (epidurals, dental blocks, etc) that would
benefit a patient undergoing various surgical procedures. These nerve blocks
will be done on cadavers.
What to do when presented with an emergency. CPR-what to do, what drugs
to use, a review on CPR drugs, when to use drugs, what drugs to pick and how
to administer to an animal.
• Horse As teacher - Equine Assisted Learning Carol Marriott, Equine Assisted
Learning Specialist Equine-Assisted Learning (EAL) is an effective approach
to human development through horsemanship. Participants engage in team
emphasized excercises and find themselves learning valuable skills in a fun
and exciting atmosphere while working through the dynamics of horses.
• Canine Cosmetic Surgery: A Panel Discussion Are ear cropping and tail
docking inhumane practices that should be banned, or harmless procedures
that uphold the integrity of certain breeds of dogs? Share your views during
this moderated panel discussion Guests include: Catherine McMillan
(Breeder) , Kaley Pugh (SSPCA) Dr. Altina Wickstrom, Dr. Terri Chotowetz
Veterinary Profession Candace Peace, VOA
• Transfusions: When To Type, When To Crossmatch and What To Do After
That Dr. Elanor Withnall, BVSc, MACVSc
• Equine Accupuncture
Dr. Steve Manning
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• The Wild Horses of Sable Island. Dr. Philip D. McLoughlin, B.Sc., Ph.D
Dr. McLoughlin will be showcasing his various research projects currently
being conducted on Sable Island with a focus on the famous wild horses.
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