ABOUT THIS COURSE
Patella luxations are a common developmental orthopedic disease in both small and large breed dogs. Underlying skeletal abnormalities such as femoral varus, femoral torsion and tibial torsion will typically lead to severe grades of patella luxation. Thus, providing axial alignment of the extensor apparatus (that is, the quadriceps mechanism) is paramount.
Join veterinary orthopedic surgical specialists to focus on the causes, pathology, and treatment of grade 3 and 4 patella luxation in dogs and cats. In this hands-on course, you will learn advanced techniques to stabilize medial patellar luxations to ensure axial alignment and less chance of luxation post-operatively.
Participants will review and practice the approach to the stifle joint as well as learn these patella luxation repair techniques:
Distal Femoral Ostectomy
Tibial Torsion Osteotomy
Trochleoplasty/Sulcoplasty
Tibial Tuberosity Transposition using the new TTTT2 jig
Patelloplasty
Participants will find it helpful to review pertinent anatomy and orthopedic instrumentation before attending this course. Previous experience with bone plating is a required prerequisite
Learning Objectives
Following successful completion of this advanced patella luxation course, participants will be able to:
- Identify the underlying skeletal abnormalities associated with grade 3 and grade 4 patella luxation
- Successfully manage patients with excessive femoral angulation and torsional angles with Distal femoral ostectomy (DFO)
- Successfully manage patients with Excessive Tibial Torsion with Torsion correction osteotomy and TTTT2
- Successfully manage patients with patella luxation and concurrent cranial cruciate ligament injuryoming soon!
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LAB INSTRUCTOR
Daniel Lewis, DVM, DACVS
Steven Peterson, DVM, MS, MD, DACVS
Hotel Accommodations and Travel
Viticus Group’s official lodging partner is Courtyard Las Vegas Henderson/Green Valley. Special lodging discounts are available to participants attending courses at the Viticus Center.
Please make these arrangements once you have purchased your course by calling 702.434.4700 and be sure to mention that you are attending a course at the Viticus Center.
To make a reservation online with our discounted rate, please click here.
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.
Courtyard Las Vegas Henderson/Green Valley
2800 North Green Valley Pkwy
Henderson, NV 89014
Toll-free: 702.434.4700
Courtyard Lodging + Travel Includes:
Airport Pick up: Available on request, 7 days a week starting at 6:00a and ending at 10:00p
Guests will need to call the hotel upon arrival (702.434.4700) after they pick up their luggage. At that time, they will be informed of the area they will be picked up and a shuttle driver will be sent by the hotel.
Airport drop-off: All drop-offs are every two hours, starting at 6:00a and ending at 10:00p. Please sign up at the front desk at least 1 hour prior to departing.
TRANSPORTATION
Viticus Group transportation includes shuttle pick-up at the Courtyard 45 minutes 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.