| 22 tips from the ER | Gain practical, time-tested, and largely
non-technical tips from the emergency room trenches. Dr. Jon Geller, an
emergency veterinarian for 20 years, offers 22 canine- and feline-focused tips
that you’ll be able to put into use immediately, whether you work in an
emergency room or in general practice. Learn about emergency fluids,
decontamination, local blocks, FAST Scans, toxins, trickle feeding, oxygen
delivery, and more. 1.0 CE Credit
$15 AVMA/SAVMA Members
$30
Non-members
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| Anesthetic Monitoring and Common Complications | Learn about basic and advanced anesthetic
monitoring techniques for small animal patients. Dr. Elizabeth Goudie, head of
anesthesiology at New York City’s BluePearl Veterinary Partners, covers pulse
oximetry, pulse pressure variation, and blood pressure monitoring. She also
reviews commonly observed arrythmias under general anesthesia, and treatment
options including vasopressors. 1.0 CE Credit
$15 AVMA/SAVMA Members
$30
Non-members
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| Behavioral Economics and the Veterinary Profession | Why do we sometimes make foolish decisions and
what can be done about it? This presentation explores a number of
decision-making biases and shows how to improve your own decision making and
bottom line in the process. An overview of the field of behavioral economics is
provided along with some examples of how it could be applied in the veterinarian
profession. 1.0 CE Credit
$15 AVMA/SAVMA Members
$30 Non-members support provided through an educational grant from Merck Animal
Health/VMG
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| Cannabis in practice: History, research & science | With increasing interest in cannabis as a
therapeutic agent both in human medicine and veterinary medicine, veterinarians
are fielding more questions about the use, dosing, and adverse effects of
cannabis. The presenter will provide an overview of the history of the use of
cannabis for medicinal benefits, an overview of the endocannabinoid system that
is present in all domestic animals, a discussion of the major cannabinoids and
terpenes in cannabis plants and treatment of toxicity in animals. 1.0 CE Credit
$15 AVMA/SAVMA Members
$30
Non-members
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| Creative Curve: The Right Idea at the Right Time | We have been spoon-fed the notion that
creativity is the province of genius -- of those brilliant few whose moments of
insight arrive in flashes of divine inspiration. Either we have that gift, or we
don’t. Allen Gannett shows that simply isn’t true. He dispels the myths around
creative genius and reveals the science behind achieving breakout success in any
field. Recent research has shown that there is a predictable science behind
achieving success in any creative endeavor. 1.0 CE Credit
$15 AVMA/SAVMA Members
$30 Non-members support provided through an educational grant from Merck Animal
Health/VMG
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| Digital Transformation and the Customer Experience | Emerging technologies shift customer experiences
(CX), expectations, and behaviors which, in turn, changes the way veterinary
businesses and practices operate to remain relevant. To digitally transform,
companies must align on strategic direction, collaborate across functions and
hierarchies, develop digital literacy and capacity, and plan for inevitable
future disruption. 0.5 CE Credit
$15 AVMA/SAVMA Members
$30 Non-members support provided through an educational grant from Merck Animal
Health/VMG
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| Feline neuropathic and pain physiology conditions | Learn the most recent evidence-based concepts in
pain physiology, syndromes, recognition, prevention, and treatment in cats. Dr.
Mark Epstein, a canine and feline veterinary specialist, provides an overview of
normal protective pain and discusses how it can become maladaptive and
neuropathic when it goes sideways. 1.0 CE Credit
$15 AVMA/SAVMA Members
$30
Non-members
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| Feline Ophthalmology in 50 Minutes | Learn recommendations, guidelines, and best
practices for treating the most common feline eye diseases. Dr. Joshua Eaton, a
veterinary ophthalmologist, highlights the practices and protocols supported by
current evidence-based literature. He also reviews the differences in ophthalmic
diseases between dogs and cats, and the risks of treating cats with
canine-specific drugs and treatments. 1.0 CE Credit
$15 AVMA/SAVMA Members
$30
Non-members
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| How the Customer’s Brain Impacts Your Business | The way we’ve always built brands, pricing,
products, and messaging is wrong. When you don’t consider how the brain actually
works, you might as well be throwing noodles on the wall and seeing which one’s
stick… But what if you knew how the brain made decisions? In this session,
Melina will use concepts of behavioral economics (including loss aversion,
anchoring & adjustment, and relativity) to unlock the answers…and give you
the key so you can see your business in a whole new light. 0.5 CE Credit
$15 AVMA/SAVMA Members
$30 Non-members support provided through an educational grant from Merck Animal
Health/VMG
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| Merck Animal Health Veterinary Wellbeing Study | Due to growing concerns about mental health in the
veterinary profession—including issues such as depression, anxiety, compassion
fatigue, burnout, and suicide—Merck Animal Health sponsored a study in 2017 to
definitively measure the mental health and wellbeing of U.S. veterinarians. In
this webinar, explore key findings of the study, and gain a deeper understanding
of the current state of mental health and wellbeing in the veterinary profession
and what can be done to improve it. CE Credit is not available for this course
Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members
Free for Non-members this course material is proprietary to Merck
Animal Health; development of this course is made possible through educational
funding from Merck Animal Health
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| NSAIDs and opioids in feline pain management | Learn the wisest and best uses of various drug
classes in feline pain treatment. Dr. Mark Epstein, a canine and feline
veterinary specialist, discusses nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs),
opioids, adjunctive pain-modifying medications (including ketamine, alpha-2
agonists, tramadol, gabapentin, TCA's, SSNRIs), and local anesthetics. 1.0 CE Credit
$15 AVMA/SAVMA Members
$30
Non-members
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| One Health: Opening session and keynote | Hear two experts address participants during
AVMA Convention 2019’s opening ceremonies. Dr. Jerome Adams, the 20th U.S.
surgeon general, shares his message on the importance of partnerships and using
them to advance human health. Author, professor, and cardiologist (for people)
Dr. Barbara Natterson-Horowitz, M.D., discusses how animals navigate their way
to adulthood, and what humans can learn from our shared experiences with animal
adolescents. CE Credit is not available for this course
Free for AVMA/SAVMA Members
Free
for
Non-members
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| Pancreatitis in Canines vs. Felines | Pancreatitis differs significantly between cats
and dogs, with variations including history, presentation, physical exam
findings, diagnostic testing, co-morbid conditions, and therapeutic options.
Learn what the most recent peer-reviewed literature says about evaluating,
diagnosing, and providing therapeutic recommendations for your small-animal
patients. 1.0 CE Credit
$15 AVMA/SAVMA Members
$30
Non-members
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| Preventing suicide and building resilience | The healthcare community faces barriers—both real and
perceived—that prevent many of us from addressing our mental health needs. These
include confidentiality concerns and fear of negative ramifications on
reputation or licensure. In addition to personal risk factors and stress load,
institutional culture also can play a role. Learn about initiatives that can
help protect our own and our colleagues’ mental health and foster safe
practices. 1.0 CE Credit
$15 AVMA/SAVMA Members
$30
Non-members
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| Resilient, effective teams: The secret sauce | Research shows that psychological safety is the number 1
factor differentiating happy, effective teams from those that languish. While
the nature of the work of veterinary professionals is often out of our control,
we can cultivate psychological safety in our teams and work environments to help
support our wellbeing. Join Josh Vaisman, co-founder of Flourish Veterinary
Consulting, to learn what psychological safety is and how we can bring it to our
teams and practices. 1.0 CE Credit
$15 AVMA/SAVMA Members
$30
Non-members
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| Student anxiety among millennials and Gen Z | Studies show that millennials and Generation Z, the
demographic following millennials, experience increased rates of anxiety.
Bethany Colaprete, a licensed mental health counselor at Washington State
University’s College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM), explores why. Learn how
generational differences impact wellbeing, and how to improve wellbeing-related
engagement in classrooms, clinics, and the veterinary profession. 1.0 CE Credit
$15 AVMA/SAVMA Members
$30
Non-members
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| The Art of Ear Cleaning | Ear cleaning may seem like a simple process, but
there are crucial steps to follow whether you’re performing a routine cleaning
at the clinic or teaching pet owners how to clean at home. Dr. Sonja Zabel, a
veterinary dermatologist, lays out a step-by-step approach to ear cleaning with
practical tips that you can share with clients. 1.0 CE Credit
$15 AVMA/SAVMA Members
$30
Non-members
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| The Pet Consumer Shift: Are You Prepared? | Much has changed in the pet industry over the
past few years, and there are many more changes coming. The traditional pet
consumer is shifting, and because of this the very nature of the pet/vet
business is evolving around new dynamics and trends. Are you prepared for
tomorrow’s opportunities? 0.5 CE Credit
$15 AVMA/SAVMA Members
$30 Non-members support provided through an educational grant from Merck Animal
Health/VMG
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| Topical therapy in dermatology: Dos and don’ts | Topical treatments are often underused,
overused, or used inappropriately in veterinary dermatology, yielding
unsatisfactory results. Dr. Diana Simões, a veterinary dermatologist, discusses
various topical therapeutics—including steroids, immune modulators,
antimicrobials, and antibiotics—and cases that are appropriate for their use.
You’ll gain useful and clinical knowledge to choose alternative dermatologic
solutions for your patients. 1.0 CE Credit
$15 AVMA/SAVMA Members
$30
Non-members
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| Unconscious bias: Combating its harmful effects | Our personal experiences and beliefs, including
unconsciously held biases, have much impact on how we interact with people who
differ from us. This dynamic has real-world implications. Regularly being on the
receiving end of bias – even when unintended – takes a mental and physical toll
on those around us. Learn how to connect with individuals of different
backgrounds in ways that support their uniqueness and promote the wellbeing of
the whole veterinary team. 1.0 CE Credit
$15 AVMA/SAVMA Members
$30
Non-members
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| When to use antibiotics in dermatology care | Learn about various dermatologic conditions and
whether antibiotic therapy may or may not be the appropriate course of action.
Veterinary dermatologist Dr. Diana Simões addresses a wide range of factors that
may impact your decision to prescribe antibiotics, including client compliance,
concurrent medical conditions, cost, and history of antibiotic resistance. She
also highlights appropriate antibiotic choices, including specific medicines,
duration of treatment, and concurrent therapies. 1.0 CE Credit
$15 AVMA/SAVMA Members
$30
Non-members
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