Cardiology

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Dr. Adam Gerstein

Tigilanol Tilglate: A new treatment option for mast cell tumors in dogs.

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Virbac is proud to introduce STELFONTA®(tigilanol tiglate injection). STELFONTA® is an FDA approved, intratumoral injection indicated for use in dogs for the local treatment of: Non-metastatic cutaneous mast cell tumors anywhere on the body Non-metastatic subcutaneous mast cell tumors located at or distal to the elbow or hock STELFONTA® contains the active ingredient tigilanol tiglate, which is in a class of diterpene esters called epoxy-tigilanes.Tigilanol tiglate is extracted from the seed of the Fontainea picrosperma (blushwood) tree, which originates in the Australian tropical rainforest. With this new intratumoral treatment, Virbac once again demonstrates its commitment and ability to offer unique solutions for the advancement of veterinary medicine. Please join us to learn more about this exciting new option for mast cell tumor treatment in dogs.

This is a live event only and will not be recorded. This program is approved for 1.5 hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize RACE. You must attend the full presentation to receive CE credit.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Accidental self-injection of STELFONTA®(tigilanol tiglate injection) may cause severe wound formation. To decrease the risk of accidental self-injection, sedation of the dog may be necessary. In dogs, do not inject STELFONTA® into subcutaneous mast cell tumors located above the elbow or hock. Formation of wounds, possibly extensive, is an intended and likely response to treatment with STELFONTA® along with associated swelling, bruising and pain; these wounds are expedted to heal. Appropriate pre- and post-treatment medications must be given, including a corticosteroid plus blocking agents for both H1 and H2 receptors, in order to decrease the potential for severe systemic adverse reactions, including death, from mast cell degranulation. For full prescribing information, contact VIRBAC at 1-800-338-3659 or visit https://vet-us.virbac.com/stelfonta.

Speaker: Dr. Scott Weinman, DVM, MBA

Scott Weinman was raised on a family farm in Minnesota.  From a very early age, he dreamed of becoming a veterinarian. After completing degrees in Biology and Chemistry from Concordia College in Moorhead, MN, he attended Iowa State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine where he obtained his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Degree. While in practice, he returned to Seattle University-Alber’s School of Business and Economics to earn his MBA in Operations Management.  Dr. Weinman completed a year-long Fellowship in Shelter Medicine (focus on infectious disease) in 2016 at UC Davis.

His veterinary career has encompassed general and emergency practice, managing veterinary practices, serving on the board of a multi-state practice network, working as a corporate trainer, providing relief veterinary services, and business consulting. Also, he has spent over a decade as a Field Based Technical Services Veterinarian, speaking on a variety of topics from Heartworm disease, Osteoarthritis, Pain Management, Canine & Feline Heart Disease, Atopic Dermatitis, Oncology, Wound Closure & Management, Infectious Disease and Vaccinology, and management topics such as Medical Adherence, Teambuilding and Leadership, and Marketing. Prior to joining Virbac, Dr. Weinman was an acute care veterinarian at a busy 24 hour emergency practice in the Portland area.

Dr. Weinman currently resides in Davis, CA where he lives with his partner, a labradoodle named “Daisy,” and a tuxedo cat named “Pinot Noir.”  He enjoys travel, outdoor activities, and is an amateur mixologist and chef.

Diagnosing and Staging Cancer in General Practice: Impact on Treatment and Prognosis

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Speaker: Dr. Vincent Baldanza, VMD, DACVIM (Oncology)

Dr. Vincent Baldanza was born and raised in northern New Jersey. He graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science from the University of Delaware, where he studied Animal Science and spent semesters studying abroad in Australia and Italy. Dr. Baldanza graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the University of Pennsylvania. After graduating from veterinary school, Dr. Baldanza completed a one-year small animal rotating internship at the University of Minnesota. He then went on to complete a three-year residency in medical oncology at Cornell University, where he was selected as an American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation Clinician-Scientist Fellow for his research in canine osteosarcoma. Upon completion of his studies, Dr. Baldanza moved to Los Angeles and worked with the Veterinary Cancer Group for several years before joining the ACCESS team at their new Pasadena hospital. Dr. Baldanza is a board-certified specialist in medical oncology and his special interests include treatment of lymphoma, mast cell tumors, and osteosarcoma, novel therapeutics, and palliative care. Outside of work, Dr. Baldanza enjoys exploring the food and drink scene in Los Angeles, attending concerts and live theater, relaxing out in the desert, and traveling with his partner. Their family of rescues include a Great Pyrenees/Golden Retriever mixed breed dog named Otis, a long-haired tabby cat named Milo, short-haired calico, tortie, and tabby cats named Chicklette, Taffy, and Morty, and a Persian mixed breed calico cat named Edie.

Theriogenology. Back to Basics

Objectives:  1) to provide participants with a  good background in small animal reproduction that is vital to general practice (even without breeding dogs or cats)

2) to provide a case example seen in everyday small animal practice and demonstrate how I or a general practitioner would work that case up

Speaker: Dr. Mary Sebzda, DVM, DACT

Bio:  Dr.  Mary Sebzda graduated from the Ontario Veterinary College in 1998, before making sunny California her home.  She practised dairy and companion animal medicine in the San Joaquin Valley for 2 years before deciding that both the beach and small animal theriogenology were her passions.  She then moved to southern California and started working for Newport Harbor Animal Hospital in Costa Mesa, CA in 2000. Over the next two decades, she introduced and then expanded the practice’s services in  the areas of small animal reproduction and neonatology.

In  2009 she began her residency through the alternate route ( mentorship directed study and general practice with focus on theriogenology, at the same time) before becoming board certified by the American College of Theriogenologists in 2011.

She continues to enjoy general practice but enjoys reproduction cases the most: particularly cases of male and female infertility, high risk pregnancy management, advanced reproductive technology and really enjoys putting much wanted puppies and kittens in the arms of loving dog owners.

She welcomes third and fourth year students looking to do external rotation in the area of theriogenology and is looking forward to speaking to all of you today.

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Patella Luxation: It’s NOT the Patella’s Fault

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Stop thinking of Patella Luxation as a “Diagnosis”. Think of
Patella Luxation as a “Clinical Sign”. In this presentation, we will
discuss the common causes of Patella Luxation and how
outcomes have improved by directing treatment at the
underlying cause.

Speaker: Dr. Kenneth Bruecker, DVM, MS, DACVS, DACVSMR

Dr. Bruecker is the Founder of the Veterinary Medical and
Surgical Group and Founder of Continuing Orthopedic
Veterinary Education (COVE). ( www.covesurgery.com )
Dr. Bruecker is a board certified surgeon and also board
certified in veterinary sports medicine and rehabilitation, with
special interests in orthopedics and spinal surgery. He has
authored over 100 textbook chapters, journal articles, scientific
manuscripts, veterinary and pet owner educational materials. He
has been an innovator in the development of new surgical
techniques and orthopedic implants. He has been performing
arthroscopy for over 25 years.
Due to his expertise in spinal surgery, orthopedics and
arthroscopy he has been invited to educate and train
veterinarians throughout the world. His commitment to the
education of veterinarians, technicians and pet owners earned
him the California Veterinary Medical Association’s Veterinarian
of the Year in 2004.

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Topic: Nutritional Management of Feline Endocrine Disease

Speaker: TBD

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TBA

Topic: Neurology

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Speaker: Yenlie Zingale, DVM, MS
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (Neurology)

Dr. Zingale has a bachelor degree in Neurophysiology from the University of California, Davis. She received her Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine from the University of California, Davis in 2012. Afterward, she completed a one-year rotating small animal internship at the Veterinary Medical Surgical Group in Ventura, CA and a three-year residency in small animal neurology/neurosurgery. She holds Master’s degree from Colorado State University in Clinical Sciences.

Dr. Zingale’s particular interests are in seizure disorders, chronic pain management, and various neurosurgical procedures. In her free time, she is an avid yoga practitioner and loves to spend time outdoors hiking, surfing, running, and scuba diving.