Surgical Procedures for General Practitioners - Focus on Urinary Tract, Gastrointestinal Tract and Basic Oncology Techniques

January 14 - 16, 2027

Registration Deadline: January 7, 2027

ABOUT THIS COURSE

During this course, participants will hear the most up-to-date information regarding urinary tract and gastrointestinal disease with a focus on surgical management of both benign and malignant disease. Lectures will be followed by laboratories that focus on having the participants perform the same procedures that were highlighted during the lectures. At the end of this course, participants will feel comfortable with many different urinary tract and gastrointestinal procedures, with a focus on procedures such as cystotomy, cystostomy tube placement, urethrostomy, gastrotomy, biopsy, enterotomy, intestinal resection and anastomosis, local flaps, digit amputation and vulvoplasty.

Surgical Procedures for General Practitioners - Focus on Urinary Tract, Gastrointestinal Tract and Basic Oncology Techniques

Date: January 14 - 16, 2027
Venue: Viticus Group, Oquendo Center | Las Vegas, NV
Category: Surgery
Enrollment Capacity: 48
CE Hours: 24
Cost: $3,360
Instructors: William Culp, VMD, DACVS (SA)
Joe Raleigh, DVM, DACVS (SA)
Erin Gibson, DVM, DACVS-SA
Jim Perry, DVM, PhD, DACVIM, DACVS
Anthony B. McCorkle, DVM
Jon Pennell, DVM, MS

Registration Deadline: January 7, 2027

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

	Demonstrate the ability to perform cystotomy and cystotomy tube placement procedures with proficiency.
	Exhibit competence in performing urethrostomy and gastrotomy procedures.
	Acquire the skills needed to conduct biopsy and intestinal resection procedures effectively.
	Demonstrate proficiency in performing anastomosis and local flap techniques in urinary tract and gastrointestinal surgeries.
	Develop the ability to perform digit amputation and vulvoplasty procedures with confidence.
	Gain a comprehensive understanding of the principles and techniques involved in various urinary tract and gastrointestinal procedures.

William Culp, VMD, DACVS (SA)

Joe Raleigh, DVM, DACVS (SA)

Erin Gibson, DVM, DACVS-SA

Jim Perry, DVM, PhD, DACVIM, DACVS

Anthony B. McCorkle, DVM

Jon Pennell, DVM, MS

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS AND TRAVEL TIPS

Make your trip to the Viticus Center easier with preferred hotel rates, convenient transportation options, and everything you need to know before you arrive.

Preferred Hotel Rates Available

Viticus Group participants receive special lodging discounts at our preferred partner hotels near the Viticus Center. Use Corporate Account Code 3458691 when booking.

BOOKING YOUR HOTEL STAY

Hampton Inn - Las Vegas Strip South

Visit the hotel website and begin your reservation. Under Special Rates, enter 3458691 in the Corporate Account field.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Las Vegas Strip South

Visit the hotel website and begin your reservation. Under Special Rates, enter 3458691 in the Corporate Account field.

DINING & REFRESHMENTS

Preferred partner hotels offer a hot breakfast buffet beginning at 6 a.m. Viticus Group does not serve breakfast.
Hot and cold beverages and snacks are available in the Viticus Center lobby during your course.
Lunch is provided during full, 8-hour lab days.
Have dietary restrictions? Email Academy@viticusgroup.org before your course so our catering team can prepare accordingly.

WHAT TO BRING

Closed-toe shoes are required during labs.
Scrubs are available upon arrival if needed.
Bring a light sweater or jacket for cooler indoor spaces.
Pack sunscreen for time outdoors in Las Vegas.
Bring a phone charger or portable power bank.
Carry a valid photo ID with you while traveling in Las Vegas.

AIRPORT & HOTEL TRANSPORTATION

Airport Pickup:
Hotel airport pickup is available upon request, 24 hours a day. Once you have retrieved your luggage, contact your hotel for shuttle pickup instructions and the designated waiting location.

Hotel to Harry Reid International Airport:
Reserve your return shuttle at the hotel front desk. Shuttles typically run once per hour, and guests should sign up at least 2 hours before their desired departure time.

TRANSPORTATION

Viticus Group provides complimentary transportation between our preferred partner hotels and the Viticus Center during your course.

Daily Shuttle Service

Morning shuttle service is provided from our preferred partner hotels before the start of your course. At the end of each course day, shuttle service will return you to your hotel.

Last-Day Transportation

On the final day of your course, transportation is available to Harry Reid International Airport or back to your preferred partner hotel. Complimentary luggage storage is available at the Viticus Center during the course day.

Driving Yourself?

If you are a Las Vegas local or plan to drive yourself, please arrive at the Oquendo or Eastern Campus at least 30 minutes before your course start time.

Please refer to your course agenda and email updates for specific shuttle departure and transportation times.

OTHER TRANSPORTATION OPTIONS

Public transportation options in Las Vegas are limited. If you are staying somewhere other than one of our preferred partner hotels, you will be responsible for arranging transportation to and from the Viticus Center.

Rental cars, taxis, Uber, and Lyft are available throughout Las Vegas. If renting a vehicle, keep in mind that Mandalay Bay, Luxor, and other Strip properties may charge for parking.

Surgical Procedures for General Practitioners - Focus on Urinary Tract, Gastrointestinal Tract and Basic Oncology Techniques

ABOUT THIS COURSE

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

LAB INSTRUCTORS

HOTEL AND TRAVEL TIPS

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS AND TRAVEL TIPS

SHUTTLES AND TRANSPORTATION

TRANSPORTATION

Surgical Procedures for General Practitioners - Focus on Urinary Tract, Gastrointestinal Tract and Basic Oncology Techniques