Advanced Surgical Procedures for the General Practitioner: Skin and Reconstructive Surgery

November 2-4, 2026

During this course, instructors will focus on both the principles of flap creation and the clinical use of these flaps. Additionally, the performance of specific reconstructive surgical procedures such as pinnectomy, nosectomy, and mastectomy will be described in great detail and performed by participants in the laboratory. More advanced reconstruction techniques utilized during thoracic wall injury (eg. rib fractures, diaphragm advancement) as well as digit reconstruction procedures such as amputation and phalangeal fillet will also be discussed and performed in the laboratory. Lastly, attendees will be comfortable with many different flaps that can be used for reconstruction or head and neck disease. At the end of this course, participants will have a strong understanding of the principles of flap usage, the types of flaps that can be used for different surgical diseases and how to perform many reconstructive surgical techniques.

Course Location:
Viticus Group Nashville Center 1
811 Royal Parkway, Nashville, TN 37214

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Date: November 2-4, 2026
Venue: Viticus Group Nashville Center 1
Category: Surgery - Soft Tissue
Enrollment Capacity: 32
CE Hours: 24
Cost: $3,200
Instructors:
William Culp, VMD, DACVS (SA), Jim Perry, DVM, DACVIM, DACVS, PhD, Joe Raleigh, DVM, DACVS (SA), Erin Gibson, DVM, DACVS (SA)

ABOUT THIS COURSE

During this course, instructors will focus on both the principles of flap creation and the clinical use of these flaps. Additionally, the performance of specific reconstructive surgical procedures such as pinnectomy, nosectomy, and mastectomy will be described in great detail and performed by participants in the laboratory. More advanced reconstruction techniques utilized during thoracic wall injury (eg. rib fractures, diaphragm advancement) as well as digit reconstruction procedures such as amputation and phalangeal fillet will also be discussed and performed in the laboratory. Lastly, attendees will be comfortable with many different flaps that can be used for reconstruction or head and neck disease. At the end of this course, participants will have a strong understanding of the principles of flap usage, the types of flaps that can be used for different surgical diseases and how to perform many reconstructive surgical techniques.

Learning Objectives

·Principles of flap usage in companion animals will be described in the lecture and demonstrated in laboratory sessions as well as performed by attendees.

· Attendees will be comfortable with several flaps used for reconstruction of head and neck procedures as well as alarplasty techniques for dogs with brachycephalic airway syndrome.

· Attendees will practice pinna removal and removal of the nasal planum in dogs and cats.

· Attendees will perform mastectomy procedures.

· Advanced reconstruction techniques of the diaphragm and chest wall will also be demonstrated and performed by attendees.

· Attendees will be able to practice digit amputation, phalangeal fillet technique, and tail amputations.

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Course Instructors

Hotel and Transportation

William Culp, VMD, DACVS (SA)

Jim Perry, DVM, DACVIM, DACVS, PhD

Joe Raleigh, DVM, DACVS (SA)

Erin Gibson, DVM, DACVS (SA)

Hotel and Transportation Information

Preferred hotel options are available for WVC Academy Nashville participants, with select properties located within walking distance of the Viticus Group Nashville Center 1. Participants walking between nearby hotels and the Viticus campus should be aware that rain is possible; please plan accordingly.

Hotels - Book Your Stay

Viticus Group has secured preferred rates at the following partner hotels for WVC Academy Nashville participants. Please click the blue links to book your stay.

Stay at Home2 Suites by Hilton Nashville Airport

• 832 Royal Parkway, Nashville, TN 37214

• Located adjacent to Viticus Group Nashville Center 1.

• Closest access to the training facilities.

• Preferred rate: $139 or 15% off, whichever is lower.

• Rates available through Dec. 31, 2026.

• Airport shuttle service is available. Please arrange airport transportation directly with the hotel; shuttle schedules and availability may vary.

• Transportation between the hotel and Viticus Group Nashville Center 1 will not be provided, as the facility is within walking distance.

Stay at Element by Westin

• 2825 Elm Hill Pike, Nashville, TN 37214

• Located approximately 0.5 miles from Viticus Group Nashville Center 1.

• Convenient access within walking distance.

• Preferred rates: January–March $119, April–October $139, November–December $119.

• Rates available through Dec. 31, 2026.

• Airport shuttle service is available. Please arrange airport transportation directly with the hotel; shuttle schedules and availability may vary.

• Transportation between the hotel and Viticus Group Nashville Center 1 will not be provided, as the facility is within walking distance. Complimentary hotel shuttle service is available to and from the airport and to and from locations within a 2-mile radius of the hotel, including Viticus Group Nashville Center 1. Shuttle service must be scheduled in advance with the hotel front desk.

Stay at AC by Marriott Nashville Downtown

• 410 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville, TN 37203

• Located downtown, 4 blocks from Broadway.

• Approximately 7.2 miles from Viticus Group Nashville Center 1.

• Preferred rate: 12% off the best available rate.

• Rates available through Dec. 31, 2026.

• High-demand blackout dates may apply.

• Participants staying downtown will need to arrange their own transportation to and from Viticus Group Nashville Center 1. Transportation options may include taxi service, Uber, or Lyft.

Stay at Springhill Suites by Marriott Nashville Downtown

• 410 Rep. John Lewis Way S, Nashville, TN 37203

• Located downtown, 4 blocks from Broadway.

• Approximately 7.2 miles from Viticus Group Nashville Center 1.

• Preferred rate: 12% off the best available rate.

• Rates available through Dec. 31, 2026.

• High-demand blackout dates may apply.

• Participants staying downtown will need to arrange their own transportation to and from Viticus Group Nashville Center 1. Transportation options may include taxi service, Uber, or Lyft.

Stay at Caption by Hyatt

• 118 12th Avenue South, Nashville, TN 37203

• Located in The Gulch in downtown Nashville.

• Approximately 9 miles from Viticus Group Nashville Center 1.

• Convenient access to restaurants and entertainment.

• Preferred rates: January–March $179, April–June $199, July–August $179, September–December $199.

• Rates available through Dec. 31, 2026.

• Participants staying downtown will need to arrange their own transportation to and from Viticus Group Nashville Center 1. Transportation options may include taxi service, Uber, or Lyft.
Transportation

Airport Transportation

Element Nashville Airport and Home2 Suites both offer airport shuttle service. Please arrange airport transportation directly with your hotel. Shuttle schedules and availability may vary.

Hotel Transportation to Viticus Group Nashville Center 1

Element Nashville Airport:
Transportation between the hotel and the Viticus Group Nashville Center 1 will not be provided, as the facility is within walking distance. Complimentary shuttle service is available at the hotel both to-and-from the airport, and to-and-from locations within a 2-mile radius of the hotel, including the Viticus Group Nashville Center 1. Shuttle service must be scheduled in advance with the hotel front desk.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Nashville Airport:
Transportation between the hotel and the Viticus Group Nashville Center 1 will not be provided, as the facility is within walking distance.

Staying Elsewhere

If you choose to stay at Caption by Hyatt or another hotel in the Broadway or downtown areas, you will need to arrange your own transportation to-and-from Viticus Group Nashville Center 1. Transportation options may include taxi service, Uber, or Lyft.

Advanced Surgical Procedures for the General Practitioner: Skin and Reconstructive Surgery

ABOUT THIS COURSE

Learning Objectives

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LAB INSTRUCTOR

Advanced Reconstructive Techniques for the General Practitioner: Skin and Reconstructive Surgery