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July, 2010

July 12

Massey University is an AVMA accredited veterinary school in Palmerston North, New Zealand that offers post-graduate degree based distance continuing education to veterinarians worldwide. Massey offer a Masters degree program from which veterinarians can choose to do single units of study in a topic of interest or do an entire Master of Veterinary Medicine.

Courses starting on July 12 are: Canine and Feline Gastroenterology (Dr. Bill Rogers), Clinical Pathology in Small Animal Practice (Dr. Mary Anna Thrall), Cardiorespiratory Medicine for Small Animal Veterinarians (Dr. Gil Jacobs) and Ruminant Nutrition and Feeding Practice (Dr. Jean Margerison). For further information about the program and courses, visit http://mvm.massey.ac.nz/ or email mvm@massey.ac.nz

July 15- 18, 2010

2010 Pacific Veterinary Conference, San Francisco, CA (www.pacvet.net)

Plan now to attend PacVet 2010 in The City! Sessions for veterinarians, veterinary technicians, practice managers and veterinary staff. Veterinarians can earn up to 34 CEUs out of 230 available units. 27 technician-specific CEUs available. Dynamic sessions led by well-known speakers. Conference includes labs, a two-day Vet Expo, great food and entertainment.

Contact: Shirley Ingleston at 916.649.0599 or singleston@cvma.net

July 23-25

22nd Annual Fred Scott Feline Symposium- Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine

The Fred Scott Feline Symposium draws on the knowledge of recognized experts in feline medicine with the most up-to-date and relevant information on a broad array of feline health issues. For more information or questions, please contact the Office of Continuing Education at 607.253.3200, email amm36@cornell.edu or visit our website http://www.vet.cornell.edu/education/ConEd.htm

August, 2010

August 27- 28

Equine Stifle Specialty Arthroscopy Course- Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine

Join us for a two-day intensive course in equine stifle arthroscopy. This specialty course extends beyond advanced equine arthroscopy courses, and focuses only on stifle arthroscopy. A high level of existing arthroscopic competency is a prerequisite. The 2 day course covers femoropatellar joint disease on day 1, including lectures and wet laboratory. The second day features femorotibial joint disease lectures, and an arthroscopy demonstration with extensive cadaver limb wet labs. Course is limited to 32 attendees. For more information or questions please contact the Office of Continuing Education at 607.253.3200, email amm36@cornell.edu or visit our website http://www.vet.cornell.edu/education/ConEd.htm

September, 2010

September 14 & 15

TAVM- September 14- "Easy For You to Say"- Effective Communication Skills. Speaker: Jayne Takahashi, DVM, MBA, Associate Veterinary Clinics, Calgary. This seminar will incorporate video clips and interactive discussion to demonstrate effective communication skills that help to overcome common communication barriers, as well as managing difficult interactions and conflict.

September 15- "Easy for You to Say"- Veterinary Team Communication. Speaker: Jayne Takahashi, DVM, MBA, Associate Veterinary Clinics. This seminar will incorporate video clips and interactive discussion to demonstrate the benefit of having diverse perceptions within the hospital team and the skills to enhance communication between team members.

Dave & Busters, 120 Interchange Way, Toronto. For more information, visit www.tavm.org or contact TAVM administrator at 1.800.670.1702, ext. 26 or info@tavm.org

September 30- October 3

2010 New York State Veterinary Conference- Hosted by the New York State VMS and Cornell University's College of Veterinary Medicine, September 30 through October 3, in Ithaca, NY. Don't miss the outstanding speakers, wet labs, exhibits, modern/well-equipped facilities, the annual Purple Party, and the NYSVMS/CVM Alumni Association Reception and Awards Banquet. In addition, the Cornell Equine Practitioners Conference will be held in conjunction with the NYS-VC. This year's conference will also feature a special track for Veterinary Technicians! Watch for regular updates at http://www.vet.cornell.edu/education/ConEd.htm or to be sure you're on the mailing list call us at 607.253.3200.