Feline Injection-Site Sarcomas

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Stitches Veterinary Surgery

2211 N Bellflower Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90815

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This program reviews the challenge of feline injection-site sarcomas (FISS) faced by clinicians. First identified around 35 years ago, FISS has been the subject of substantial research regarding their epidemiology, risk factors, and management. This course reviews the history of FISS, the role of inflammation and cancer, management options, ways to minimize risk, and differences among the available vaccines for cats.

Speaker: Andrew Schreibman, DVM

Bio: Dr. Schreibman earned his DVM from the College of Veterinary Medicine at Mississippi State University, completed a residency program in Anatomic Pathology at the University of Missouri, and served as a Small Animal Medicine and Surgery Intern at the Department of Veterinary Clinical Medicine with the University of Illinois. He brings over 20 years of diverse education and experience in veterinary medicine built from multiple disciplines – clinical practice, research, academia, and industry. Dr. Schreibman has authored and co-authored several publications and scientific presentations. In his current role as Senior Professional Services Veterinarian, he educates and presents information to colleges, corporate accounts, local associations, sales distributor partners, and individual practices. Passionate about continuous learning and evidence-based medicine, Dr. Schreibman is always seeking opportunities to provide the best education to everyone from pre-veterinary students to specialized Key Opinion Leaders. Outside of veterinary medicine, he umpires high school football & baseball and runs marathons with his wife Lisa.

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3D Printing in Veterinary Orthopedics

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This is an introduction explaining how we can use 3D printing to optimize surgery for patients. It explains how we work with surgeons around the world to gain case experience, create custom guides to fit the patients, and in some cases even create custom implants to optimize the outcomes for challenging orthopedic cases. The program will highlight how this is a unique service that we have at our practice in Orange County.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand when an MPL case is not straightforward and may have underlying limb deformities
• Understand why high grade MPL cases have failed traditional management
• Understand how 3D printing makes us much more accurate and precise when managing angular limb deformities
• Understand the unique service that we can provide in Orange County that is not available in most of the United States/World.

Speaker: Dr. Dan Nucci DVM, MS, DACVS-SA

Bio: 

Education

• Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons – Small Animal
• Residency, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO
• Specialty Surgical Internship, Alta Vista Animal Hospital, Ottawa, ON
• Small Animal Rotating Internship, VCA Loomis Basin, Loomis, CA
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, University of California, Davis, CA
• Master of Science, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO
• Bachelor of Science, University of California, San Diego, CA

Best Part of My Job:

The best part of my job is being able to help animals who would not survive without medical care. Seeing their faces and general demeanour brighten as they feel better and the faces of their families when they return reminds me every day why I am so lucky to work in this field. I feel even more fortunate that I am able to help rescue animals and shelter animals at Rise who would otherwise not receive care. It brings me great joy to help those who cannot find help elsewhere.

Special Talent:

I think my best veterinary talent is that I truly care for all of the animals that walk in the door. I will do everything I can to try to make sure the animals I see do well even if it is not within my field. Within veterinary surgery I am particularly skilled with minimally invasive soft tissue procedures which require laparoscopy and thoracoscopy. Orthopedically I am one of the few veterinarians in the world currently who can create custom 3D models and guides of our patients bones to allow for more accurate surgeries. This is particularly useful in angular limb deformities and high grade patellar luxations.

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Common Oral Diseases of Dogs and Cats

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Please Note: There is a new location FOR THIS MEETING ONLY:

Covina Animal Hospital

302 E San Bernardino Road

Covina 91723

Speaker: Dr. Onyx Goins, DVM, Practice Limited to Dentistry

Bio: Dr. Goins was born and raised in Tampa, Florida. She obtained her Bachelor’s of Animal Science degree in 2018 from the illustrious Tuskegee University in Tuskegee, Alabama followed by her Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine from Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine. During her tenure, she embarked on a zoo and wildlife journey in Nanjing, China researching red-crowned cranes, South Africa in the bush with wild buffalo and impalas, and Zoo Miami in Miami, Florida. It was then that she realized many exotic species, like domestic pets, had damaged teeth and few people able to treat them. Thus, the love for dentistry manifested!

Upon graduation, she completed a 1 year small animal rotating internship at BluePearl Specialty and Emergency Pet Hospital in Clearwater, Florida and a 3-year dental residency program in 2025 at the Center for Veterinary Dentistry and Oral Surgery in Gaithersburg, Maryland under the mentorship of Dr. Kendall Taney. Dr. Goins is currently thrilled in this next stage of her dentistry journey with the ADS family in Tustin! Her primary interests include endodontics, orthodontics, and periodontics with the hopes of incorporating zoo medicine into her treatment rotation in the future.

In her free time, Dr. Goins is an avid foodie, enjoys exercising, hiking, roller blading, and reading. She is accompanied by her husband, beagle mix Calypso, husky Gambit, ball python Barry, and panther chameleon Icarus.

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Ophthalmic Medications

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Speaker: Dr. Sanskruti Potnis, DVM, DACVO 

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Osteoarthritis in Dogs:

A Multifactorial Disease Requiring a Multimodal Approach

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Stitches Veterinary Surgery

2211 N Bellflower Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90815

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Osteoarthritis (OA) is one of the most common conditions in dogs and can result in chronic, progressive clinical signs including pain, inflammation, and decreased range of motion (ROM). The presentation reviews common signs of OA (considerations to improve early diagnosis), pain pathways, various treatment modalities and the benefits of early intervention utilizing a multimodal approach to long-term management.

Learners will be able to identify the prevalence and common signs of OA, the pathways to pain and the benefits of the components of multimodal management, including medications, disease modifying OA agents, weight management, exercise modification, physical rehabilitation modalities, environment modifications, and surgical procedures. Finally, the learners will be taught about the role that Adequan® Canine plays in the multi-modal management of OA.

Speaker: Dr. Kelli Matheny DVM, MS

Bio: Dr. Matheny graduated from Purdue University with a B.S. in Animal Science followed by a Master’s in Animal and Dairy Science from Mississippi State University (MSU). While at Purdue and MSU, Dr. Matheny competed on the intercollegiate hunter-jumper circuit, completed a research thesis in equine reproduction, and served as a teaching assistant for several undergraduate equine courses. Dr. Matheny earned her Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) degree from Western University of Health Sciences. After completing a post-doctoral internship in equine medicine and surgery, Dr. Matheny pursued a career in equine private practice. She focused on providing personalized, thoughtful care to a variety of patients and disciplines with a special interest in sports medicine, preventative care, and emergency medicine. Throughout her career, Dr. Matheny has been passionate about community outreach. She has participated in educational events for her community and enjoys mentoring students and new graduates to foster a solid foundation for the future of veterinary medicine. Dr. Matheny joined American Regent in 2025 as a Professional Services Veterinarian where she continues to provide education and promote the health and welfare of equine patients and companion animals throughout the United States. Dr. Matheny currently resides in Northern California