Common Joint and Fracture Stabilization Procedures for the Veterinary Practitioner

This intensive, hands-on, two and a half day course is designed to equip general practice veterinarians with the knowledge and practical skills needed to confidently diagnose and surgically manage common orthopedic and joint conditions. Emphasis is placed on stifle and hip joint pathology, fracture repair principles, and stabilization techniques commonly encountered in small animal practice.

Participants will combine focused lectures with extensive laboratory experience using sawbones and cadaver specimens. Core topics include cranial cruciate ligament rupture, medial patellar luxation, joint evaluation, fracture reduction and fixation, and femoral head ostectomy. By the end of the course, attendees will have a structured approach to orthopedic case selection, surgical planning, execution of procedures, and postoperative assessment using radiographic review.

Date: March 12-14, 2026
Venue: Viticus Group, Oquendo Center | Las Vegas, NV
Category: Orthopedic Surgery
Enrollment Capacity: 24
CE Hours: 20
Cost: $3,100
Instructors: Donald Hulse, DVM, DACVS, DECVS, Kristin Coleman, DVM, MS, DACVS-SA, Kayla Corriveau, DVM, DACVS (SA)

ABOUT THIS COURSE

This intensive, hands-on, two and a half-day course is designed to equip general practice veterinarians with the knowledge and practical skills needed to confidently diagnose and surgically manage common orthopedic and joint conditions. Emphasis is placed on stifle and hip joint pathology, fracture repair principles, and stabilization techniques commonly encountered in small animal practice.

Participants will combine focused lectures with extensive laboratory experience using sawbones and cadaver specimens. Core topics include cranial cruciate ligament rupture, medial patellar luxation, joint evaluation, fracture reduction and fixation, and femoral head ostectomy. By the end of the course, attendees will have a structured approach to orthopedic case selection, surgical planning, execution of procedures, and postoperative assessment using radiographic review.

Learning Objectives

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Course Instructors

Hotel Accomodations

Hulse

Donald Hulse, DVM, DACVS, DECVS

kristin coleman

Kristin Coleman, DVM, MS, DACVS-SA

kayla corriveau

Kayla Corriveau, DVM, DACVS (SA)

Hotel Accommodations and Travel

You asked, we listened. Viticus Group has added NEW partner hotels for 2025, Hampton Inn - Las Vegas Strip South and Home2 Suites by Hilton Las Vegas Strip South. Special lodging discounts are available to participants attending courses at the Viticus Center. Please make these arrangements and add promo codes below to book your stay.

BOOKING YOUR HOTEL STAY

Hampton Inn - Las Vegas Strip South: To book with promotional rate, go to main hotel website, go to the page to book a room, click on "Special Rates" then enter 3458691 into the field titled "Corporate Account."
Home2 Suites by Hilton Las Vegas Strip South: To book with promotional rate, go to main hotel website, go to the page to book a room, click on "Special Rates" then enter 3458691 into the field titled "Corporate Account."

DINING

Our preferred partner hotels have a hot breakfast buffet starting at 6a. Viticus Group does not serve breakfast.
Hot and cold beverages + snacks are available in the lobby during the course.
Lunch will be provided during full lab days (8-hours).
If you have any dietary restrictions, please email Academy@viticusgroup.org so we can inform our catering team.

PACKING TIPS

Scrubs are available upon your arrival if needed.
Closed-toe shoes are required during labs.
A light sweater for indoor areas.
Plenty of sunscreen.
Electronic charging device to power up.
Valid ID - We highly recommend you carry your ID at all times in Las Vegas.

TRANSPORTATION DETAILS

Airport Pick up: Available on request, 24 hours, 7 days a week. Please contact the hotel at once you've retrieved your luggage, and your hotel will let you know where to wait for the shuttle.
Transportation from your hotel to the Harry Reid Airport: You will need to sign up at the front desk. These shuttles run once an hour. They will ask you to sign up no less than 2 hours before expected departure.

TRANSPORTATION

Viticus Group transportation includes shuttle pick-up prior to the start of your course start time and a short ride to the Viticus Center. At the close of each day, our shuttle will take you back to the Hotel.

Last Day Transportation: Shuttle provided both to the airport, and back to the Hotel. (Luggage storage available on campus)

If you are a Las Vegas local, or are driving yourself to the course, please arrive to the Oquendo Campus 30 minutes before the start time.

** Please refer to the agenda and email updates for transportation times.**

Public transportation in Las Vegas is limited.

If you are staying somewhere other than our preferred partner, you will need to arrange for your transportation to and from the Viticus Center. If you are renting a car, Mandalay Bay, Luxor, and several other hotels on the strip may charge for parking. Other transportation options for getting around are taxi service, Uber and Lyft.

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