June 3, 2023 - June 3, 2023
Hands-On Lab: Patellar Luxation Correction Wet Lab
Sheraton Suites Chicago O'Hare | Rosemont, IL
Patellar Luxation Correction
Online Lecture & Wet Lab
This course includes two parts and is designed for the veterinarian who wishes to learn/refine the techniques of correction of patellar luxation with emphasis on medial patellar luxation. Specific components of the surgical procedure taught will be block recession trochleoplasty, tibial tuberosity transposition, medial release, and lateral imbrication including tips that aren’t in any of the textbooks!
Part One of this course is a pre-recorded online lecture that includes a comprehensive discussion of the pathophysiology of patellar luxation, physical examination tips and pointers for radiographic assessment. Step-by-step surgical assessment and treatment will be presented including tips for special challenges as concurrent patellar luxation and cranial cruciate ligament disease. Postoperative care and monitoring will be presented.
Part Two of this course is a hands-on workshop. The medial patella correction techniques will be demonstrated in a step-by-step fashion using high resolution video and practiced on canine cadavers under faculty supervision. On-site digital radiography available for post-op critiques.
The online lecture will be available for 30 days before the hands-on wet lab. The online lecture includes the following modules:
Patellar Luxation
Part 1: Pathoanatomy, Diagnostic Tips and Client Education
Part 2: Case Selection and Surgical Approach
Part 3: Trochleoplasty and Tibial Crest Transposition
Part 4: Soft Tissue Tension Balancing, Surgical Instrumentation, and Postoperative Care
Part 1: Pathoanatomy, Diagnostic Tips and Client Education
Part 2: Case Selection and Surgical Approach
Part 3: Trochleoplasty and Tibial Crest Transposition
Part 4: Soft Tissue Tension Balancing, Surgical Instrumentation, and Postoperative Care
Learning with Securos
Experience the difference
Pre-Lab
• Complete four (4) 1-hour online lecture modules
• Complete pre-lab survey
• Earn a free box of suture
During Lab
• Hands-on cadaver work
• Post-op radiograph critique available on-site
Post Lab
• Procedural support from experienced surgeons
• Submit cases for pre-op planning support
• Submit cases for post-op review
• Online lecture available for review
• Complete four (4) 1-hour online lecture modules
• Complete pre-lab survey
• Earn a free box of suture
During Lab
• Hands-on cadaver work
• Post-op radiograph critique available on-site
Post Lab
• Procedural support from experienced surgeons
• Submit cases for pre-op planning support
• Submit cases for post-op review
• Online lecture available for review
Course Information
$750 Registration Fee
• 8:1 Student/Teacher Ratio
• On-Demand Online Lecture
• 4-Hour Hands-On Cadaver Lab
• 8.5 RACE Approved CE Credits*
• Breakfast & Lunch Provided
Sheraton Suites Chicago O'Hare
6501 Mannheim Dr.
Rosemont, IL 60018
A group room rate of $159.00 per night (plus taxes) is available to attendees and family. The room block is limited, rooms will be available on a first-come first-served basis. Book your hotel when registering or email us at university@securos.com.
Lead Instructor
Ross Palmer, DVM, MS, DACVS
Dr. Palmer's research is directed toward disease/injury of the canine/human knee, cartilage repair and bone healing. He has mentored numerous recipients of the Best Clinical Research Award and Mark Bloomberg Resident Research Award from the Veterinary Orthopedic Society. He has research collaborations with Harvard Children’s’ Hospital, the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, the University of Colorado, the University of Kansas as well as the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and National Aeronautics & Space Administration (NASA) and numerous human and veterinary corporations...
On-Site Radiographs
VETRAY TECHNOLOGY BY SEDECAL
This course features post-operative radiograph critique upon request. VetRay Technology by Sedecal provides on-site x-ray equipment and support, performing over 150 views at each Securos University 2023 event. They are the world’s largest manufacturer of x-ray equipment and now offer the best selection in digital detector technology. VetRay Technology offers the Digital DX-V which provides HD images within seconds as well as detailed measuring, angle and adjustable circle tools software.
*This program has been approved for 8.5 hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval.
