Basic Surgical Procedures for the GP

December 4 - 6, 2022

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  • Date: December 4 - 6, 2022
  • Venue: Viticus Center - Oquendo Campus, Las Vegas, NV
  • Category: Surgery
  • Enrollment Capacity: 32
  • CE Hours: 20
  • Cost: $2,500

 

During this course, participants will hear the most up-to-date information regarding urinary and gastrointestinal tract diseases and surgery as well as management of common cutaneous and subcutaneous oncologic 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, urethrostomy, gastrotomy, biopsy, splenectomy and removal of mast cell tumors and soft tissue sarcomas.

Learning Objectives - Basic Surgical Procedures for the GP

If you're interested in sponsorship information, please reach out to us at sponsorships@viticusgroup.org

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. 

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, we will inform them of the area they will be picked up and we will send the shuttle driver.
  • 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.
  • Please sign up at the front desk at least 1 hour prior.

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. View Map.
  • 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.**

TRANSPORTATION

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.

PACKING TIPS

  1. Scrubs are available upon your arrival if needed.

  2. Closed-toe shoes are required during labs.

  3. A light sweater for indoor areas.

  4. Plenty of sunscreen.

  5. Electronic charging device to power up.

  6. Valid ID - We highly recommend you carry your ID at all times in Las Vegas.

FAQ/SUPPORT

Have a question or need technical support, we're here to help. Access the Support Center at support.viticusgroup.org or submit a ticket to email support@viticusgroup.org.

* Instructors are subject to change

Meet the Instructors

William Culp

VMD, DACVS-SA

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Joe Raleigh

DVM

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Jim Perry

DVM, PhD, DACVS-SA

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