Equine Wetlabs. North America Go home with new skills 7-8 hours of wetlabs 2-4 vets per Ultrasound Machine

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1 First Class Hands-on Courses Worldwide Equine Wetlabs North America 2018 Global Industry Partner Go home with new skills 7-8 hours of wetlabs 2-4 vets per Ultrasound Machine Veterinary Partners

2 EXCLUSIVE SKI & WHITE TURF EVENT 27 Jan 5 Feb 2018 Scuol St.Moritz, Switzerland 18 hrs of lectures & case discussions 20 hrs of wetlabs on live horses/specimens In Partnership with:

3 Prof. Christoph Lischer Dr.Med.Vet., Dipl.ECVS, ECVDI Assoc., MRCVS Freie Universität Berlin, Germany Dr. Fabrice Rossignol DVM, Dipl.ECVS Grosbois Equine Clinic, France Prof. Gunther van Loon DVM, PhD, Dipl.ECEIM, ECVDI Assoc. Ghent University, Belgium Dr. Kevin Keegan DVM, MS, Dipl.ACVS University of Missouri, USA Dr. Emmanuel Engeli Dr.Med.Vet., DVM, Dipl.ACVS, Dipl.ECVS, MRCVS Kent, UK Snow Polo Package White Turf Package Deluxe Package (Snow Polo & White Turf) Sat 27 Jan Sat 3 Feb 2018 Mon 29 Jan Mon 5 Feb 2018 Sat 27 Jan Mon 5 Feb 2018

4 New Developments in Diagnostic & Therapeutic Techniques of Neck Conditions Fri 16 Sat 17 February Fri 9 Sat 10 November Peterson & Smith Equine Hospital, Ocala, FL Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital, Lexington, KY Over the past two decades the equine cervical spine has been extensively researched and advanced imaging modalities like CT and CT-myelography have revolutionized diagnostic and therapeutic capabilities available to equine practitioners. This highly practical course will provide equine veterinarians with the knowledge and practical skills to competently examine, diagnose and treat horses affected by neck conditions through the following practical sessions: Neurologic examination (ataxia vs. lameness), CSF tap techniques (incl. US-guidance), neck ultrasound, facet joint injections, x-ray of the neck/head, guttural pouch endoscopy, nerve blocks for headshakers, neck conditions case-discussions, cervical fusion surgery & myelogram demonstrations. Dr. Steve Reed DVM, Dipl. ACVIM Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital, KY, USA Dr. Brett Woodie DVM, MS, Dipl.ACVS Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital, KY, USA Dr. Jonathan Anderson BVM&S, Dipl.ACVS, MRCVS Rainbow Equine Hospital, Yorkshire, UK The Inova Equine Practice Management Summit Finance & Business Strategies for Equine Practitioners Fri 28 Sun 30 September Buck s T4 Lodge & Restaurant, Big Sky Yellowstone National Park, MT This course was specifically developed for equine practitioners and practice managers wanting to increase their practice s profitability whilst delivering excellent medical care. The following topics amongst others will be discussed via interactive lectures and casebased discussions: Starting a practice, pricing strategies, increasing the bottom line, equipment purchases, profit/loss-based strategies, staffing/hiring, staff compensation, marketing, inventory management, leadership & communication, exit strategies etc. Kirk Eddleman MHA Inova Practice Management & Software Solutions, TX, USA Amy Grice VMD, MBA Veterinary Business Consultant, MT, USA Tera Latham Nance BBA, CVA Inova Practice Management & Software Solutions, TX, USA Ky Mortensen JD MBA Inova Practice Management & Software Solutions, TX, USA Hindlimb Lameness Diagnostics (incl. Objective Gait Analysis) & Therapies Mon 26 Tue 27 March Fri 28 Sat 29 September New England Equine Medical & Surgical Center, Dover, NH Halton Equine Veterinary Services, Hamilton, Canada Aiming at vets with a working knowledge in the field of lameness investigation; providing an overview of causes of hindlimb lameness and current therapeutic options. Extensive use of an objective gait analysis system as part of the practical sessions will allow attendees to hone their lameness skills. Prof. Roger Smith MA, VetMB, PhD, DEO, Dipl.ECVS, ECVDI Assoc., FRCVS Royal Veterinary College, London, UK Dr. Wes Sutter DVM, MS, Dipl.ACVS Equine Surgery & Sports Medicine, KY, USA Dr. Kevin Keegan DVM, MS, Dipl.ACVS University of Missouri, MO, USA Dr. Laurie Tyrell-Schroeder DVM, CVA, CCRT Equinosis, MO, USA

5 Abdominal, Thoracic & Soft Tissue Ultrasound Advanced Diagnostic & Therapeutic Techniques in Equine Dentistry Fri 6 Sat 7 April Stillwater Equine Veterinary Clinic, Stillwater, MN This course is suitable for equine practitioners who want to expand their practical skills on how to examine the equine abdomen (detailed evaluation, colic FLASH exam & US-guided biopsy techniques), thorax incl. pleural drainage, eye, jugular vein etc. ultrasonographically. The panel of internationally renowned specialists will share common diagnostic pitfalls, erroneous image interpretations and practical tips with the attendees during the 5 ½ hours of wetlabs on live horses. Dr. Mary Beth Whitcomb DVM, MBA, ECVDI (LA-ASSOC) Univ. of California Davis, CA, USA Dr. Wade Tenney BS, DVM Tufts University, MA, USA Dr. Anne Desrochers DMV, Dipl. ACVIM Ultrasonography Consultant, VA, USA Fri 2 Sat 3 February Bend Equine Medical Center, Bend, OR Developed for practitioners with experience in the field of equine dentistry this course provides a comprehensive overview on diagnostic and therapeutic techniques through lectures and extensive wetlabs (7 hrs, 2-3 vets per specimen) covering oral endoscopy, radiography, motorized rasping, local anaesthetic techniques, periodontal therapies & incisor, canine and cheek tooth extraction techniques. Dr. Rob Pascoe BVSc, BAEDT, Dipl.AVDC(Eq), MRCVS Bell Equine Veterinary Clinic, Kent, UK Dr. Scott Marx DVM Advance Equine Dentistry, CO, USA Dr. Apryle Horbal BA, VMD, MRCVS University Veterinary Specialists, PA, USA Orthopedic Rehabilitation of the Equine Athlete Evidence-Based Farriery for Equine Practitioners Fri 2 Sat 3 November Ocala, FL This course covers how to use therapeutic exercise including physiotherapy as the foundation of rehabilitation of the equine athlete and how the following therapeutic modalities can be used: Whole body vibration, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, aquatic therapy, ESWT, radiofrequency therapy, therapeutic ultrasound, laser and pulsed electromagnetic therapy. On both afternoons, several of these modalities will be applied on clinical cases during the 7 hours of practical small-groups sessions. Dr. Steve Adair III MS, DVM, Dipl.ACVS, Dipl.ACVSMR University of Tennessee, TN, USA Dr. Andris J. Kaneps DVM, PhD, Dipl.ACVS, Dipl.ACVSMR Kaneps Equine Sports Medicine and Surgery, MA, USA Sharon Classen PT, ATC, CERP Serenity Physical Therapy, NE, USA Prof. Tim Watson BSc, PhD, FCSP University of Hertfordshire, Hertfordshire, UK Fri 6 Sat 7 April Animal Imaging, Irving, TX Fri 16 Sat 17 November Mid-Atlantic Equine Medical Center, Ringoes, NJ The subject of farriery and therapeutic shoeing will be comprehensively approached in a scientific and as objective way as possible by reporting established facts and recent, cutting-edge findings from scientifically sound clinical studies through lectures and extensive wetlabs. Dr. Scott Morrison DVM & Farrier Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital, KY, USA Dr. Andrew Parks MA, VetMB, Dipl. ACVS, MRCVS University of Georgia, GA, USA Mike Wildenstein Farrier CJF, FWCF(Hons) Consultant Farrier, Lexington, KY, USA Dr. Beth Biscoe DVM, MS, Dipl.ACVR Animal Imaging, Irving, TX, USA

6 VetPD in Cooperation with the South African Equine Veterinary Association (SAEVA) All-inclusive Safari Equine Course 28 Oct 3 Nov 2018 Dinokeng Game Reserve, South Africa (1h from Jo burg Airport) 20 hrs of lectures & case discussions / 20 hrs of wetlabs on live horses/specimens Prof. Tom Divers DVM, Dipl.ACVIM, Dipl.ACVECC Cornell University, New York, USA Dr. Tim Greet BVMS, MVM, CertEO, DESTS, DipECVS, FRCVS Rossdales Equine Hospital & Diagnostic Centre, Newmarket, UK Dr. Florent David DVM, MSc, Dipl.ACVS, Dipl.ECVS, ECVDI Assoc., Dipl.ACVSMR Doha, Qatar Dr. David Stack MVB MSc DipECVS MRCVS - Bourton Vale Equine Clinic, Gloucester, UK Dr Graham Munroe BVSc, PhD, Cert EO, DESM, Dipl.ECVS, FRCVS Berwickshire, UK

7 What our previous Safari course attendees & speakers said: A once-in-a-lifetime experience combining continuing education with adventure - very professional and flexible organisers. Tore Malmei Veterinærene Nyland & Malmei, Norway Well organised small intimate course with great academic content. Angela Rogers Blue Hills Veterinary Hospital, South Africa Very-well organized event with superb wetlabs supervised by highly-dedicated speakers. Great spouse program! Päivi Nussbaumer Clinique du Vieux Château, Switzerland An ambitious undertaking combining quality interactive lectures, hands-on wetlabs, and free discussions in small-groups all set in the most extravagant location of a game reserve. Everybody extensively sampled the raw beauty of the African bush with the Big 5 at close hand. For anyone seeking further education with a twist of adventure set in a wonderful environment, this innovative course sets a great precedent. Henry Tremaine Senior Lecturer, Dipl.ECVS, Dipl.EVDC, University of Bristol, UK

8 Sports Horse Medicine & Orthopedics Fri 2 Sat 3 February Sat 5 Sun 6 May Fri 19 Sat 20 October Chino Valley Equine Hospital, Chino Hills, CA Mid-Atlantic Equine Medical Center, Ringoes, NJ Stillwater Equine Veterinary Clinic, Stillwater, MN The world-renowned experts will provide an overview of new developments in sports horse medicine and orthopedics and will share valuable tips and tricks and how they deal with challenging scenarios. The practical sessions will cover different ways to use objective gait analysis in practice, static and dynamic endoscopy, exercise testing methods and orthopedic case-discussions. Dr. Andris J. Kaneps DVM, PhD, Dipl.ACVS, Dipl.ACVSMR Kaneps Equine Sports Medicine and Surgery, MA, USA Dr. Emmanuelle Van Erck DVM, PhD, Dipl.ECEIM Equine Sports Medicine Practice, Waterloo, Belgium Dr. Kevin Keegan DVM, MS, Dipl.ACVS University of Missouri, MO, USA Dr. Laurie Tyrell-Schroeder DVM, CVA, CCRT Equinosis, MO, USA Ultrasound-Guided Orthopedic Injection Techniques & Therapies Fri 23 Sat 24 March Mon 24 - Tue 25 September Woodside Equine Clinic, Richmond, VA Littleton Equine Medical Center, Littleton, CO Ultrasonography has become a crucially important diagnostic imaging modality in Equine Orthopedics and a growing number of equine orthopedic specialists have extended the use of ultrasonography creatively to assist with injection techniques and to facilitate minimally invasive surgery. This course has been developed for equine practitioners to enhance their knowledge and practical skills of performing ultrasound-guided orthopedic injections and ultrasound-assisted surgical techniques. Between both afternoons, 7 hours of practical sessions will provide the opportunity to train the different injection techniques on horses and equine specimens in true small-groups (2 4 vets per ultrasound machine). Prof. Roger Smith MA, VetMB, PhD, DEO, Dipl.ECVS, ECVDI Assoc., FRCVS Royal Veterinary College, London, UK Dr. Wes Sutter DVM, MS, Dipl.ACVS Equine Surgery & Sports Medicine, KY, USA Dr. David Stack MVB MSc DipECVS MRCVS - Bourton Vale Equine Clinic, Gloucester, UK. Ultrasound of the Mid-Distal Limb & Stifle for Equine Practitioners Sat 27 Sun 28 January Fri 23 Sat 24 February Sat 3 Sun 4 November Fri 16 Sat 17 November KESMARC Sports Medicine & Rehab Center, Versailles, KY Moore Equine Veterinary Centre, Calgary, Canada Pilchuck Equine Veterinary Hospital, Seattle, WA Kendall Road Equine Hospital, Chicago, IL This course provides equine practitioners with the knowledge and especially the practical skills to competently and confidently scan the mid-distal front- and hindlimb incl. the stifle joint of the horse. Over the two days the attendees will spend 7 hours scanning the following anatomical regions in small groups (2 4 vets per ultrasound machine) on live horses: Pastern, fetlock, digital flexor tendon sheath, flexor tendons, suspensory ligament, tarsus (incl. sheaths) & stifle. Dr. Mary Beth Whitcomb DVM, MBA, ECVDI (LA-ASSOC) University of California Davis, CA, USA Dr. Betsy Vaughan DVM University of California Davis, CA, USA Dr. Suzanne Brenner DVM Pioneer Equine Hospital, CA, USA Dr. Carol Gillis DVM, PhD, Dipl.ACVSMR Consultant Equine Ultrasonographer, SC, USA Dr. Wade Tenney BS, DVM Tufts University, MA, USA Dr. Ronald Genovese VMD Cleveland Equine Clinic, OH, USA

9 Very good course. Exactly what I, as a practitioner, can use tomorrow when I go back to work. Josh Harper Clover Valley Veterinary Services, Port Orchard, WA, USA Very informative. Loved having the instructors demonstrate and then assist us. Great ratio of attendees/ultrasound machines/instructors. Great quality machines too. Kristen Hampshire Sierra Valley Large Animal Vet Services, Chilcoot, CA, USA. Advanced Diagnostic & Therapeutic Techniques in Equine Dentistry A good mix of theory and practice, enthusiastic speakers, good teamwork, nice small groups and a lot of hands on practice Jette Watson Christiansen Alsia Dyrehospital, Augustenborg, Denmark. Lots of detailed information with great, correlating wetlabs and hands on learning experience. Michelle Wiberg Sunrise Equine Veterinary Services, North Branch, MN, USA. Well organized and very informative. Excellent interaction with speakers. Catherine Hunnisett Horseshoe Veterinary Services, Tiny, ON, Canada. Outstanding course with excellent imaging and even better instruction. Jon Stanek Performance Equine Clinic, McMurray, PA, USA.

10 Equine Advanced Imaging & Lameness for Practitioners Fri 9 Sat 10 November Equine Sports Medicine & Surgery, Weatherford, TX This course was devised for equine practitioners who want to expand their knowledge in the field of lameness diagnostics to learn which advanced imaging modalities (MRI, CT & nuclear scintigraphy) are appropriate for what types of cases. After introductory lectures summarizing the principles, usefulness and limitations of scintigraphy, CT and MRI, the panel of world-renowned experts will discuss cases covering lameness investigation techniques, advanced imaging and therapeutic strategies involving all musculoskeletal regions. Open and frank discussions will be encouraged with the panel sharing common diagnostic pitfalls, erroneous image interpretations, clinical failures, practical tips and pearls of wisdom with the attendees. Dr. Sue Dyson MA, VetMB, PhD, DEO, FRCVS Animal Health Trust, Newmarket, UK Prof. Michael Ross BS, DVM, Dipl.ACVS University of Pennsylvania, PA, USA Dr. Chad Marsh DVM, MS, Dipl.ACVS Equine Sports Medicine & Surgery, TX, USA Ultrasound of the Upper Limb, Neck, Back & Pelvis Sat 17 Sun 18 March Littleton Equine Medical Center, Littleton, CO This course was developed to provide equine practitioners with the theoretical knowledge and the practical skills of ultrasound image acquisition and interpretation of the upper frontand hindlimbs, the poll, neck, withers, back and pelvis. There will be plenty of opportunity for attendees to further improve their scanning skills in small groups (2 4 vets per ultrasound machine) on live horses during the 7 hours of practical sessions. Each attendee will rotate through the following practical stations: Shoulder joint & bicipital bursa, stifle joint region, poll & neck, withers & back, percutaneous ultrasound of hip & pelvis and transrectal ultrasound of the lumbosacroiliac region & pelvis. Dr. Mary Beth Whitcomb DVM, MBA, ECVDI (LA-ASSOC) University of California Davis, CA, USA Dr. Betsy Vaughan DVM University of California Davis, CA, USA Dr. Rachel Gottlieb DVM Northwest Equine Performance, OR, USA Surgical Dental Extraction Techniques (incl. MIR & MTE) Fri 7 Sat 8 September New England Equine Medical & Surgical Center, Dover, NH This 2-day highly practical course was devised for advanced practitioners and surgeons with a good working knowledge/experience in equine dentistry, specifically with dental extractions. The specialists will provide an overview on up-to-date surgical dental extraction techniques in horses, including minimally invasive repulsion (MIR) and minimally invasive transbuccal extraction (MTE) techniques. During the 7 hours of wetlabs in true small groups (2-3 vets per specimen) attendees will be able to further develop their surgical skills and familiarise themselves with modern MIR and MTE techniques under the close supervision of the world-renowned specialists. Dr. Hubert Simhofer Dr.med.vet., Dipl.AVDC(Equine), Dipl.EVDC (Equine) University of Vienna, Austria Dr. Tim Barnett BSc(Hons), BVM&S, MSc, CertAVP, Dipl.ECVS, MRCVS Rossdales Equine Hospital, Newmarket, UK Dr. Apryle Horbal BA, VMD, MRCVS University Veterinary Specialists, PA, USA

11 Advances in Orthopedic Therapies Fri 16 - Sat 17 November Moore Equine Veterinary Centre, Calgary, Canada The following orthopaedic therapies will be discussed via an evidence-based approach and the speakers will also explain how they personally use these modalities: IRAP, alcohol-facilitated ankylosis, PRP, stem cell therapy, bisphosphonates, Adequan/Cartrophen, nutraceuticals, therapeutic shoeing, miracle OA therapeutics (i.e. polyacrylamide hydrogel), intra-/extra-articular corticosteroid & hyaluronan, shock wave therapy, therapeutic laser, mesotherapy, physical therapies, sports horse surgeries etc.. Alcohol-facilitated ankylosis of the distal tarsal joints (incl. contrast arthrography) will be trained on equine specimens as part of the wetlabs. VetPD meetings are not about speakers showing off in front of a docile crowd but it is about a true and fair exchange of clinically relevant veterinary information between a small group of motivated attendees and the speakers, in a friendly and well organized setting. These cuttingedge meetings, focus on practical skills and are key to drastically improving your day-to-day practice in a cost- and time-effective manner. Florent David, Equine Surgeon, Doha, Qatar Dr. Laurie Goodrich DVM, PhD, Dipl.ACVS Colorado State University, CO, USA Dr. Brad Jackman DVM, MS, Dipl.ACVS Pioneer Equine Hospital, CA, USA Dr. Laurie Tyrell-Schroeder DVM, CVA, CCRT Equinosis, MO, USA Back, Sacroiliac & Pelvic Problems of the Horse Equine Oral Dental Extraction Techniques Fri 27 Sat 28 April Fri 12 Sat 13 October Halton Equine Veterinary Services, Hamilton, Canada Southwestern USA - Location to be confirmed Many sports horses suffer from debilitating conditions affecting the back, pelvis and sacroiliac region. The topics covered through lectures and wetlabs on this course include amongst others up-todate therapies; back, pelvic & hip ultrasound; saddle fit assessment and sacroiliac / facet joint injection techniques on specimens. Dr. Elizabeth Davidson BS, DVM, Dipl. ACVS, Dipl.ACVSMR - Univ. of Pennsylvania, PA, USA Dr. Emmanuel Engeli Dr.Med.Vet., DVM, Dipl.ACVS, Dipl.ECVS, MRCVS - Kent, UK Dr. Wade Tenney BS, DVM Tufts University, MA, USA Annette Gavin BA(Hons), BHSii, Qual. Saddle Fitter, USPC Examiner - Hastilow Saddles, PA, USA Fri 26 Sat 27 Oct Chino Valley Equine Hospital, Chino Hills, CA This 2-day highly practical course is aimed at practitioners with a good working knowledge in equine dentistry who want to learn about various oral dental extraction techniques and how to apply them clinically. The specialists will share tips/tricks and pearls of wisdom especially during the 7 hours of practical sessions on equine specimens in true small groups (2-3 vets per specimen). Dr. Rob Pascoe BVSc, BAEDT, Dipl.AVDC(Eq), MRCVS Bell Equine Veterinary Clinic, Kent, UK Dr. Scott Marx DVM Advance Equine Dentistry, CO, USA Dr. Apryle Horbal BA, VMD, MRCVS University Veterinary Specialists, PA, USA

12 2018 Wetlab Courses by Region Eastern USA January Ultrasound of the Mid-Distal Limb & Stifle for Equine Practitioners KESMARC Sports Medicine & Rehab Center, Versailles, KY February New Developments in Diagnostic & Therapeutic Techniques of Neck Conditions Peterson & Smith Equine Hospital, Ocala, FL March Ultrasound-Guided Orthopedic Injection Techniques & Therapies Woodside Equine Clinic, Richmond, VA March Hindlimb Lameness Diagnostics (incl. Objective Gait Analysis) & Therapies New England Equine Medical & Surgical Center, Dover, NH 5 6 May Sports Horse Medicine & Orthopedics Mid-Atlantic Equine Medical Center, Ringoes, NJ 7 8 September Surgical Dental Extraction Techniques (incl. MIR & MTE) New England Equine Medical & Surgical Center, Dover, NH 2 3 November Orthopedic Rehabilitation of the Equine Athlete Ocala, FL 9 10 November New Developments in Diagnostic & Therapeutic Techniques of Neck Conditions Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital, Lexington, KY November Evidence-Based Farriery for Equine Practitioners Mid-Atlantic Equine Medical Center, Ringoes, NJ Central USA March Ultrasound of the Upper Limb, Neck, Back & Pelvis Littleton Equine Medical Center, Littleton, CO 6 7 April Abdominal, Thoracic & Soft Tissue Ultrasound Stillwater Equine Veterinary Clinic, Stillwater, MN 6 7 April Evidence-Based Farriery for Equine Practitioners Animal Imaging, Irving, TX September Ultrasound-Guided Orthopedic Injection Techniques & Therapies Littleton Equine Medical Center, Littleton, CO September The Inova Equine Practice Management Summit Finance & Business Strategies for Equine Practitioners Buck s T4 Lodge & Restaurant, Big Sky Yellowstone National Park, MT October Sports Horse Medicine & Orthopedics Stillwater Equine Veterinary Clinic, Stillwater, MN 9 10 November Equine Advanced Imaging & Lameness for Practitioners Equine Sports Medicine & Surgery, Weatherford, TX November Ultrasound of the Mid-Distal Limb & Stifle for Equine Practitioners Kendall Road Equine Hospital, Chicago, IL Western USA 2 3 February Advanced Diagnostic & Therapeutic Techniques in Equine Dentistry Bend Equine Medical Center, Bend, OR 2 3 February Sports Horse Medicine & Orthopedics Chino Valley Equine Hospital, Chino Hills, CA October Back, Sacroiliac & Pelvic Problems of the Horse Southwestern USA - Location to be confirmed October Equine Oral Dental Extraction Techniques Chino Valley Equine Hospital, Chino Hills, CA 3 4 November Ultrasound of the Mid-Distal Limb & Stifle for Equine Practitioners Pilchuck Equine Veterinary Hospital, Seattle, WA Canada February Ultrasound of the Mid-Distal Limb & Stifle for Equine Practitioners Moore Equine Veterinary Centre, Calgary, Canada April Back, Sacroiliac & Pelvic Problems of the Horse Halton Equine Veterinary Services, Hamilton, Canada September Hindlimb Lameness Diagnostics (incl. Objective Gait Analysis) & Therapies Halton Equine Veterinary Services, Hamilton, Canada November Advances in Orthopedic Therapies Moore Equine Veterinary Centre, Calgary, Canada VetPD - Veterinary Professional Development PO Box Lake Mary, FL t: (Toll-free in North America) f: office@vetpd.com f=