
Course Details | |
Course Fee | $ 2,000.00 |
Course Language | in English |
CE Credits | to be advised |
Faculty | Elaine Holmes, DVM, DACVS (SA) |
Registration | Register here → |
More Info | Download flyer → |
Room Reservations | You may book here → |
Course Description |
Welcome to our comprehensive TPLO (Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy) course designed to equip veterinarians with advanced skills and knowledge in this crucial orthopedic procedure. TPLO has become the gold standard for treating cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) rupture in dogs, offering great outcomes and improved long-term joint stability.
Our course aims to provide a thorough understanding of TPLO principles, techniques, and surgical considerations through a blend of theoretical learning, practical demonstrations, and hands-on experience. Led by board certified veterinary surgeon, Dr. Elaine Holmes, participants will delve into the intricacies of TPLO surgery, from patient selection and preoperative planning to surgical execution and postoperative management. Throughout the course, participants will:
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Instructor:Â Dr. Elaine Holmes, DVM, DACVS (SA) |
![]() Dr. Elaine Holmes is a native of Michigan and graduated MSU CVM in 2007. She completed an internship at Texas A&M and surgery residency at University of Pennsylvania. She became a board certified surgeon in 2012. She has held positions as a Department Head, Internship Director, and Medical Director of a multi specialty and ER hospital and has performed over 1,000 TPLOs. Elaine is heavily involved in the veterinary community. She is a part of the AVMA wellbeing education program. She has been an invited speaker, locally, nationally and internationally. On a personal level, Dr. Holmes is a mother of two and enjoys cooking, hiking and travel. |
Course Agenda  | SATURDAY, Day 1 |
8:00 AM | DIDACTIC
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10:00 AM | BREAK |
10:15 AM | DIDACTIC
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12:00 PM | LUNCH |
12:45 PM | DIDACTIC
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1:45 PM | DEMO & DRY LAB |
2:45 PM | DEMO & WET LAB #1
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5:00 PM | ADJOURN |
Course Agenda  | SUNDAY, Day 2 |
8:00 AM | REVIEW AND Q&A |
10:00 AM | BREAK |
10:15 AM | WET LAB #2
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12:30 PM | LUNCH |
1:15 PM | WET LAB #3
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3:30 PM | WRAP UP |
5:00 PM | ADJOURN |