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1 addition, in situ education, conservation, and breeding facilities are being evaluated. As a first step toward this goal, Taxon Management Groups have been established for eighteen species of critically endangered Asian chelonians. For more information on the TSA contact: Kurt Buhlmann, Co-chair, TSA, Conservation International, 1919 M Street, Washington, DC 20036, USA, k.buhlmann@conservation.org or Rick Hudson, Co-chair, TSA, Fort Worth Zoo, 1989 Colonial Parkway, Fort Worth, TX 76110, USA, iguanhudson@aol.com For information on opportunities for veterinary involvement in TSA contact: Charles Innis, VMD, Westboro Animal Hospital, 155 Turnpike Road, Westboro, MA, 01581, USA, clemmys@aol.com Absentee Ballots for the 2002 ARAV Election: Election of officers for 2002/2003 will be held during the Annual Conference, October 9-13, To obtain an absentee ballot, send a SASE to: William Griswold, DVM, ARAV Nominating Committee Chairman, Elliot Park Animal Hospital, 1700 E. Elliot Rd., Suite 19, Tempe, AZ 85284, USA. Absentee ballots returned on or before October 1, 2002 will be included in the election. Billy Griswold billygdvm@aol.com C O N F E R E N C E S 27th World Veterinary Congress, September 25-29, 2002, Tunis. Organized by the Tunisian Veterinary Council. Scientific Program includes: Workshops, round tables of veterinary interest, specialized lectures. Please contact: Conseil National de l Ordredes Medecins Veterinaires de Tunisie, PO BOX 267, Tunis- Mahrajene TUNISIE. Tel./fax: Tel: Fax: / conord.vet@planet.tn The American Association of Zoo Veterinarians, October 6-1 0, 2002, Milwaukee, WI. Program sessions include reptiles and smphibians, avian medicine, hoofstock, carnivores, primates, case reports, aquatic animals, pathology, conservation medicine, emerging diseases, reproduction and contraception, behavior, enrichment and conditioning, and biomaterial banking. There will also be a poster session, veterinary and graduate student paper competitions, and workshops/wet labs. For additional conference information, visit our website or contact Wilbur Amand, VMD, Executive Director/AAZV, 6 North Pennell Road, Media, PA 19063, USA, Fax: ; AAZV@aol.com. 11th Annual Mid-Western Exotic Animal Medicine Conference, November 2-3, 2002, Manhattan, KS. Topics include the surgery, medicine, and diagnostic techniques used in companion birds, reptiles, and small exotic mammals (9.5 CE hr). Drs. M ichael Taylor and Rob Coke are among the speakers. Optional wet-labs, including avian endoscopic techniques, will be offered (3.5 CE hours). For additional conference information contact Dr. James W. Carpenter, College of Veterinary Medicine, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS 66506, USA, ; Fax: ; carpentr@vet.ksu.edu. Journal of Herpetological Medicine and Surgery Volume 12, No. 2,2002

2 The NINTH Annual Conference A s so c ia t io n ofi/^re p t il ia n a n d A m p h ib ia n V e t e r in a r ia n s O ctober 9-1 3,^ )0 2, RdAo, Nevada In c g ^ u n c tip n w ith The WILD W E S T ^ T O H IN A R Y CONFERENCE -TENTATIVE PROGRAM- )r~ Lab Goprdinator Dr. Charles Innis Reptile Imaging - full day of radiology, ultrasound and endoscopy of reptiles: Drs. Doug Mader, Stephen Hernandez-Divers and Scott Stahl Amphibian Medicine and Surgery: Dr Kevin Wright Desert Tortoise Medicine and Surgery - 4 hr lecture and 4 hr hands on: Drs. Jay Johnson and Jim Jarchow Basic Techniques in Reptile Medicine and Surgery: Drs. Teresa Bradley and Richard Funk CHELONIANS: Dr. Charles Innis and Dr. Richard Funk, Session Chairs Observations on husbandry, anatomy, and pathology of the endangered Sulawesi forest turtle Leucocephalon yuwonoi: Dr. Innis A likely case of pseudohermaphroditism in a Herrman s tortoise, Testudo herrmani: Dr. Frye Pre and posthibemal aerobic bacterial flora of the cornea, pharynx, and cloaca of tortoises: Dr. Straub The ins and outs of plastronectomy. Types of cutters to minimize trauma: Dr. Jessop Resealing concoctions - types of resins and efficacy of ensuring the plastron flap success: Dr. Jessop Preliminary serological and molecular evidences of tortoise Herpesvirus exposure in desert tortoises (Gopherus agassizii) from the Mojave Desert: Dr. Origgi An indwelling intracoelomic catheter for the treatment of sea turtles: Dr. Mader Incidence of nephropathies in European tortoises: Dr. Koelle A case of joint disease in captive Kem p's ridleys (Lepidochelys kempii) turtles in Mexico: Dr. Garcia SNAKES Dr. William Griswold and Dr. Byron DeLaNavarre, Session Chairs Anatomy and clinical significance of the esophageal tonsil: Dr. Innis Lymphoreticular neoplasia in a red-tailed boa (Boa c. constrictor) accompanied by I.B.D. retrovirus-like inclusion bodies: Dr. Frye Gastric mucinous adenocarcinoma in a diamond python (Morelia s. spilotes): Dr. Frye Mid-body swelling in a wild caught amelanistic com snake (Elaphe guttata guttata): Dr. Gibbons Use of RNA reverse transcriptase inhibitors in a red tailed boa with IBD: Dr. Levine LA pine snake release project and blood culture changes: Dr. Tabaka Malbranchea granuloma in a com snake, Elaphe g. guttata (Colubridae): Dr. Funk Charcterizing the aerobic and anaerobic oral flora of the royal python (Python regius): Dr. Mitchell LIZARDS Dr. Dale Denardo and Dr. Eric Klaphake, Session Chairs Hepatoma in a green iguana (Iguana iguana) accompanied by viral-like inclusions: Dr. Frye Characterizing the intestinal microflora of the green iguana: Dr. Mitchell Coelomic hemangiosarcoma and egg yolk peritonitis in a common green iguana: Dr. Levine Necrosing tails in iguanas: Dr. Reavill Focal mineralized skin lesions in seven lizards: Dr. Reavill Immobilization of adult Komodo dragons: Dr. Tabaka Glycopyrolate, route of administration and response in the green iguana: Dr. Mader Ossifying lesions in the tail and vertebral column of iguanas: Dr. Ellis Autoimmune hemolytic anemia in a Parson s chameleon, Calumma parsonii parsonic. Dr. Boyer Volume 12, No. 2,2002 Journal of Herpetological Medicine and Surgery

3 DIAGNOSTICS AND THERAPEUTICS Dr. M ark Mitchell, Session C hair Bone scan scintigraphy to assess plastron infection in a tortoise: Dr. Hernandez-Divers Evaluation of clove oil and tricaine methane sulphonate as anesthetics for the tiger salamander, Ambystoma tigrinum: Dr. Mitchell Measuring hematological, plasma biochemistry, and Vitamin D3 levels from green iguanas, Iguana iguana, from El Salvador: Dr. Mitchell Serum protein electrophoreisis and its use in reptiles: Dr. MacDonald Ionised calcium in reptiles: Dr. MacDonald Vitamin D analog by EIA: Dr. MacDonald Detection of antibodies against chelonid viruses in wild-caught spur-thighed tortoises, Testudo graeca, in Turkey: Dr. Marschang Isolation of iridoviruses in three different lizard species: Dr. Marschang Virus X : characterizing a new virus in tortoises: Dr. Marschang An initial assessment of plasma protein electrophoresis use in reptiles: Dr. Klaphake Hematological values in a group of captive jungle carpet pythons, Morelia spilota cheynei: Dr. Klaphake A comparison of the morphological differences in the reptilian heterophil: Dr. Mader Urinalysis in tortoises - Part 2: Dr. Koelle Diazepam to introduce difficult species (Chinese gators): Dr. Tabaka Administration of aerosolized antibiotics to reptiles: Dr. Raiti CASE REPORTS Dr. Teresa Bradley, Session C hair A case of mycotic pulmonary abscess in a loggerhead turtle: Dr. Hernandez-Divers In practice tips on securing endotrachel tubes in tortoises: Dr. Jessop Non sutured pharyngostomy intubation in tortoises: Dr. Jessop Use of nebulisers for respiratory infection in tortoises: Dr. Jessop Case presentation on algal renal infection: Dr. Jessop Phacoclastic uveitis in a wild-caught Cope s treefrog, Hyla chrysoscelis: Dr. Frye Multiple cutaneous liposarcomas in a boa and chameleon: Dr. Reavill Epidermal necrosis in frilled dragons: Mary Pritzl, RVT Persistent elevated blood glucose in the iguana: Dr. Crocker Hemipene prolaspe in a pair of cojoined twin male Hermann s tortoises (Testudo hermanni spp.): Dr. Harkewicz Femoral head osteotomy in an adult iguana: Dr. Otten Metal bridges- a new technique of turtle shell repair: Dr. Richards GENERAL SESSION Dr. Rob N athan and Dr. Jay Johnson, Session Chairs A summary of veterinary involvement in the December, 2001 Asian turtle confiscation: Dr. Innis The herptile cloaca: structure, function and disease: Dr. Devoe Preliminary report of spongiform encephalomyelopathy in snakes and lizards: Dr. Frye Reptile respiration and the use of an inexpensive electrical ventilator in reptile anesthesia: Dr. Hernandez-Divers Esophagostomy tube deficiency in reptiles or management of ill reptiles using esophagostomy tubes: Dr. Johnson Captive management, husbandry, and medical management of Bombina sp. of frogs: Dr. Harkewicz Reptile thermal biology- a veterinary perspective: Dr. DeNardo Short tongue syndrome (lingual squamous metaplasia) and suspected hypovitaminosis A in captive Wyoming toads, Bufo baxteri: Dr. Pessier Reptile hibernation: biology, husbandry, and medicine: Dr. Griswold Herpetology systematics, common pet species and basic husbandry: Dr. Griswold Reptile behavior basics for the veterinary clinician: Dr. Bradley An introduction to navigating the new web site of the Association of Reptilian and Amphibian Veterinarians: Dr. Harkewicz Seroprevalence of Flaviviruses in reptiles from Louisiansa: Dr. Mitchell 54 Journal of Herpetological Medicine and Surgery Volume 12, No. 2,2002

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6 T he A ssociation of R eptilian and A m phibian Veterinarians l/vhat is the ARAV? The A ssociation of Reptilian and Amphibian Veterinarians (ARAV) is a nonprofit international organization of /eterinarians and herpetologists founded in Our goal is to im prove reptilian and amphibian husbandry and veterinary care through education, ;xchange of ideas and research. The \RAV prom otes conservation and lumane treatment of all reptilian and unphibian species through education, captive breeding and reptilian and unphibian habitat preservation. Benefits of Membership Membership is open to anyone with an interest in veterinary care of reptiles and amphibians. Membership benefits include subscription to the quarterly Journal of Herpetological M edicine and Surgery, reduced tuition for the annual conference, annual conference proceedings, support of conservation and research funds, and pride in supporting the advancement of reptilian and amphibian medicine and surgery. The Journal of H erpetological Medicine and Surgery is peer reviewed, referenced, indexed and features state-ofthe-art approaches to quality veterinary care of diverse reptiles and amphibians. Sections within the Journal include: Techniques Roundtable Case Reports Nutrition Notes Announcements Pathology Pages Care-in-Captivity In My Experience Message to Members What s Your Diagnosis Original & Review Articles Literature and Book Reviews The Journal of H erpetological M edicine and Surgery is prim arily designed to benefit practicing veterinarians, from novice to advanced. ARAV Membership Application The Annual C onference and Proceedings includes the most current inform ation on nutrition, husbandry, infectious diseases, basic and advanced diagnostics, surgical and medical therapeutics and veterinary care, and tips you can incorporate immediately into practice. A variety of wetlabs and workshops are designed to keep you current with this ever changing field. The ARAV needs your participation! We invite you to join forces with over a thousand other professionals by filling out the membership application and supporting the organization that is improving veterinary care for reptiles and amphibians. Membership Dues N orth A m erica $95.00, L ib raries N orth A m erica $125.00, V eterinary Technicians $70.00, Veterinary Students $60.00, (add $15.00 to all previous categ o ries if o u tsid e N orth A m erica). Payments must be in US dollars drawn on a US bank, or by International/W orld Money Order, or by Visa or Mastercard. Dues payable on a calendar year basis to the A sso c iatio n o f R e p tilian and Amphibian Veterinarians (ARAV), PO Box 1897, Lawrence, Kansas, , USA. Please Print or Type Legibly (information supplied hereon will appear in the membership directory). lim e - : S fessional Establishm ent E lin g A ddress Zip - Degree/Year of graduation/ School interests - S I! Renewal New Member Telephone: Business Home (optional) - F a x Mies*: North America $95.00 Veterinary Technicians $70.00 *Add $15.00 to all categories if Libraries North America $ Veterinary Students $60.00 outside North America- Amount Enclosed: Credit Card Payment Visa Mastercard. Amount_ i'lame (print) Card No. - Signature -. Exp. For more information contact Wilbur Amand, VMD, ARAV Executive Director, , fax

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10 Attention ARAV Members, We need more articles submitted for the following: In My Experience Case Reports Nutrition Notes Original Articles Clinical Techniques Book Reviews literature Reviews or author guidelines, please refer to"page 2. Submit articles to: T h o n i^ ii. Boyer, DVM - /^m to j^^^ h ief Journal of Herpetological Medicine and Surgery 3^4C jiasew ood Drive,. «S f t w C A 92111, USA ''8 ^ \ cm Kl Sf S 4 ' ! I ter apins@san.rr.eom />