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SUMMARY:2025 Practical Avian\, Reptile\, and Small Mammal Endoscopy Course
DESCRIPTION:Elevate your exotic animal practice and zoological skills to the next level with the acclaimed endoscopy training programs from the University of Georgia. These courses have been specifically designed to teach the practical applications of endoscopy and endosurgery in reptiles\, birds\, & exotic mammals.  Whether you are a private practitioner\, zoo or wildlife vet\, intern\, resident\, specialist\, or academician\, this course will train you to perform minimally-invasive endoscopic procedures including internal examination\, biopsy\, and basic endosurgical procedures. \nA 2-day practical\, hands-on practical lab to develop and practice endoscopy skills (prior completion of the 16-hr online course required before lab). This course offers 16 hours of CE credit. Focused on reptiles\, birds & small mammal diagnostic procedures using the 2.7mm telescope system. This is a practical course with very limited classroom time. Species vary and are dependent upon concurrent research projects but usually include pigeons\, rabbits\, and turtles or iguanas. \nThis course is open to anyone that also registers for the on-line course (to be completed before in-person weekend) or who has completed the online course previously. Everyone registered for the in-person weekend course gets access to the online course materials (even if they did it previously). \nThis course is led by Stephen J. Divers – BVetMed\, DZooMed\, DECZM(Herp)\, DECZM(ZHM)\, DACZM\, FRCVS; Board Certified Specialist in Zoological Medicine TM; Professor of Zoological Medicine\, University of Georgia. \nRegistration is limited to 16 registrants. A waitlist will be activated once the course registration has filled to capacity. If a registration is cancelled and space opens\, those on the waitlist will be notified based on the date/time added to the list. Once contacted\, they will have 24 hours to register for the course. At that point\, the next person on the list will be notified. \nVeterinarian: $1784 \nResident/Intern/Student: $1049 \nVet Tech/Nurse (attend with DVM): $209 (This registration can only be added with a DVM registration) \nCourse Date: December 6-7\, 2025 \nBreakfast and lunch will be provided for attendees for both days of the course. If you would like to request dietary variations from a standard menu\, there are three options offered in the registration: gluten free\, vegan\, vegetarian. Registrants are responsible for providing their own scrubs for the lab portions of the course. It is recommended to have 2 sets of scrubs. \nThere is a hotel block for your convenience. It is not a requirement that attendees book within this block – this is only for your convenience. It is the responsibility of the attendee to make all reservations. The attendee is also responsible for all costs associated with the hotel booking. \n\nUniversity of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel – 1197 S. Lumpkin St Athens\, GA 30602\n\nWalkable to course location – 2 blocks\nThe block is set for Arrival 12/5/2025; Departure 12/8/2025; (There are a few rooms available for check-in on 12/4/25)\nRate: $139/night (includes parking; does not include breakfast)\nGroup ID: 62028 (MUST be entered online to receive the group rate)\nGuess may book their room online at https://www.hotel.uga.edu/\nGuests may also call the reservations office at 706-542-2134\, Monday -Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.\nThis quoted rate is guaranteed for reservations made prior to 11/04/2025.\n\n\n\nTransportation: \n\nTransportation is the responsibility of the attendee. Suggestions for traveling from ATL airport to hotels:\n\nRental car\nGroome Transportation\n\n20+ transports/day\nreservations recommended: https://groometransportation.com/athens/?&sd_client_id=c2015689-5326-4e34-86d8-4ef938a8deb6\n\n\n\n\n\nParking adjacent to the building will be readily available at no charge for the weekend. The event location is 501 D. W. Brooks Drive. If you are staying at the GA Center Hotel\, it is a short two block walk from the hotel to the event location.
URL:https://vet.uga.edu/event/2025-practical-exotics-endoscopy-course/
LOCATION:CVM Main Campus\, 501 DW Brooks Drive\, Athens\, GA\, 30602
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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SUMMARY:2025 Small Animal Surgery (canine focused)
DESCRIPTION:Management of Common Surgical Emergencies in Small Animal Practice\nRegistration is currently active. Registration closes August 8\, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. or until capacity has been reached. As of 7.8.25\, there are 3 registration spots remaining.\nThe program will focus on canine surgical emergencies commonly seen in small animal practice. Morning lectures will focus on pathophysiology\, stabilization and perioperative management\, anesthetic considerations\, surgical technique\, and post operative care. Afternoon cadaver wet labs will give participants a chance to practice procedures discussed that morning. \nThe course will be hosted at the College of Veterinary Medicine\, Classic Campus\, 501 D.W. Brooks Drive. \nRegistration is limited to 50 participants. \nCourse fee: $800 (includes a very light breakfast of pastries and coffee\, lunch both days\, and all lab materials) \n\nRegistrants will receive 16 CE hours for this course.\nAttendees should bring appropriate attire for cadaver wet lab participation\n\n2025 soft tissue CE agenda \nPresenters for this course: \n\nDr. Chad Schmiedt – Small Animal Medicine & Surgery\, Soft Tissue Surgery Service\, Veterinary Teaching Hospital; Alison Bradbury Chair in Feline Health\, Professor\nDr. Janet Grimes – Small Animal Medicine & Surgery\, Soft Tissue Surgery Service\, Veterinary Teaching Hospital; Associate Professor\nDr. Mandy Wallace – Small Animal Medicine & Surgery\, Soft Tissue Surgery Service\, Veterinary Teaching Hospital; Associate Professor\nDr. Brian Sutherland – Small Animal Medicine & Surgery\, Soft Tissue Surgery Service\, Veterinary Teaching Hospital; Assistant Professor\nDr. Rachel Reed – Department of Large Animal Medicine\, Anesthesia Service\, Veterinary Teaching Hospital; Associate Professor\n\nA couple of hotel blocks have been reserved. There is no requirement to stay at any of these locations. All reservations\, associated fees\, and any applicable taxes are the responsibility of the attendee. \n**Hotel block rates will drop on July 16\, 2025** \n\nCourtyard Athens Downtown for 194.00 USD per night – Last day to book : Wednesday\, July 16\, 2025 Book your group rate for VetMed Soft Tissue\nHomewood Suites by Hilton for $189 USD per night – Last day to book: Wednesday\, July 16\, 2025: https://group.homewood-suites.com/xu7oml
URL:https://vet.uga.edu/event/2025-small-animal-surgery/
LOCATION:CVM Main Campus\, 501 DW Brooks Drive\, Athens\, GA\, 30602
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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SUMMARY:2025 Feline Health Symposium
DESCRIPTION:**Registration closes Feb 14 @ 11:59 p.m.**\nThe 2025 Feline Health Symposium will bring nationally known experts in feline medicine to UGA for a weekend of one-of-a-kind continuing education\, accounting for 10 hours of CE credit. Lectures will focus on feline behavior\, establishing a feline friendly practice\, updates on treatment of FIP\, the approach to feline fever\, SGLT2 inhibitors for treatment of diabetes\, updates on Feline Veterinary Medical Association guidelines\, recommendations for feline anesthesia\, and recommendations for managing upper respiratory infections in cats in shelter situations. The first 30 participants will have the option of signing up for a behavior skills laboratory. \nPlease see the attached schedule for full details and descriptions of each lecture and lab experience. \n2025 Feline Health Symposium Schedule \n2025 Feline Health Symposium Session Descriptions \n2025 Feline Health Speakers \nRegistration options:\n\nVeterinarian with lab (30 registration spots available): $375\nVeterinarian without lab: $300\nVet Tech: $175\nStudent: $35\n\nRegistration closes February 14\, 2025 at 11:59 p.m.\nBreakfast is provided on Saturday and Sunday; lunch is provided on Saturday. \nInquiries: vetmedce@uga.edu \nPlease note – UGA is hosting the SEC Swim and Dive Competition during this week in February. Due to this specific UGA event\, this office was unable to obtain any hotel blocks for Feb 21-23. Suggestions for accommodations would be Commerce\, GA or Madison\, GA\, or options such as VRBO or Airbnb.\n 
URL:https://vet.uga.edu/event/2025-feline-health-symposium/
LOCATION:CVM Main Campus\, 501 DW Brooks Drive\, Athens\, GA\, 30602
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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SUMMARY:Exotic Endoscopy Practical Course
DESCRIPTION:Elevate your exotic animal practice and zoological skills to the next level with the acclaimed endoscopy training programs from the University of Georgia. These courses have been specifically designed to teach the practical applications of endoscopy and endosurgery in reptiles\, birds\, & exotic mammals.  Whether you are a private practitioner\, zoo or wildlife vet\, intern\, resident\, specialist\, or academician\, this course will train you to perform minimally-invasive endoscopic procedures including internal examination\, biopsy\, and basic endosurgical procedures. \nA 2-day practical\, hands-on practical lab to develop and practice endoscopy skills (prior completion of the 16-hr online course required before lab). This course offers 16 hours of CE credit. Focused on reptiles\, birds & small mammal diagnostic procedures using the 2.7mm telescope system This is a practical course with very limited classroom time. Species vary and are dependent upon concurrent research projects but usually include turtles\, iguanas\, pigeons\, chickens\, rabbits and rodents. \nThis course is open to anyone that also registers for the on-line course (to be completed before in-person weekend) or who has completed the online course previously. Everyone registered for the in-person weekend course gets access to the online course materials (even if they did it previously). \nThis course is led by Stephen J. Divers – BVetMed\, DZooMed\, DECZM(Herp)\, DECZM(ZHM)\, DACZM\, FRCVS; Board Certified Specialist in Zoological Medicine TM; Professor of Zoological Medicine\, University of Georgia. \nRegistration is limited to 24 registrants. A waitlist will be activated once the course registration has filled to capacity. If a registration is cancelled and space opens\, those on the waitlist will be notified based on the date/time added to the list. Once contacted\, they will have 24 hours to register for the course. At that point\, the next person on the list will be notified. \nVeterinarian: $1699 \nResident/Intern/Student: $999 \nVet Tech/Nurse (attend with DVM): $199 (This registration can only be added with a DVM registration) \nCourse Date: December 7-8\, 2024 \nBreakfast and lunch is provided for attendees for both days of the course. Registrants are responsible for providing their own scrubs for the lab portions of the course. It is recommended to have 2 sets of scrubs. \nThere are two hotel blocks for your convenience. It is not a requirement that attendees book with either of these blocks – these are only for your convenience. It is the responsibility of the attendee to make all reservations. The attendee is also responsible for all costs associated with the hotel booking. \n\nUniversity of Georgia Center for Continuing Education & Hotel – 1197 S. Lumpkin St Athens\, GA 30602\n\nWalkable to course location – 2 blocks\nThe block is set for Arrival 12/6/2024; Departure 12/8/2024; (If you need a reservation for a day earlier or later\, please contact our office at vetmedce@uga.edu)\nRate: $139/night (includes parking; does not include breakfast)\nGroup ID: 27589 (MUST be entered online to receive the group rate)\nGuess may book their room online at https://www.hotel.uga.edu/\nGuests may also call the reservations office at 706-542-2134\, Monday -Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.\nThis quoted rate is guaranteed for reservations made prior to 11/06/2024.\n\n\nHyatt Place Athens Downtown – 412 North Thomas St Athens\, GA 30601\n\nThe block is set for Arrival 12/6/2024; Departure 12/8/2024; (If you need a reservation for a day earlier or later\, please contact our office at vetmedce@uga.edu)\nRate: $199/night (does include breakfast; does not include parking)\nBooking link: https://www.hyatt.com/shop/rooms/ahnza?checkinDate=2024-12-06&checkoutDate=2024-12-08&rooms=1&adults=1&kids=0&corp_id=G-VMG4&brands[]=place&location=Hyatt%20Place%20Athens%20%2F%20Downtown\n\n\n\nTransportation: \n\nTransportation is the responsibility of the attendee. Suggestions for traveling from ATL airport to hotels:\n\nRental car\nGroome Transportation\n\n20+ transports/day\nreservations recommended: https://groometransportation.com/athens/?&sd_client_id=c2015689-5326-4e34-86d8-4ef938a8deb6\n\n\n\n\n\nParking adjacent to the building will be readily available at no charge for the weekend. The event location is 501 D. W. Brooks Drive. If you are staying at the GA Center Hotel\, it is a short two block walk from the hotel to the event location. If you are staying at Hyatt Place or any other hotel downtown\, and you do not have a rental car\, you will probably want to consider a rideshare such as Uber or Lyft. Our campus is very walkable\, and many of the downtown hotels are only a block from the edge of North Campus. Attendees in the past have chosen the scenic walk through campus. However\, our building is located on South Campus\, and it is suggested to allow approximately 30 minutes to walk from your hotel to our location.
URL:https://vet.uga.edu/event/exotic-endoscopy-practical-course/
LOCATION:CVM Main Campus\, 501 DW Brooks Drive\, Athens\, GA\, 30602
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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SUMMARY:Common Soft Tissue Surgical Techniques in Small Animal Practice
DESCRIPTION:Please note that registration is limited to 50.\n15.5 hours CE: 8 hours lecture; 7.5 hours lab\nCost of course: $800\nParticipants should bring scrubs for the labs.\nCancelation option (partial refund) for course attendance: 30 days prior\nRegistration deadline: July 31\, 2024\, 11:59 p.m.\nTransportation from the Atlanta Airport to Athens:\n\nrental car: many options available at the airport\nGroome Transportation: https://groometransportation.com/athens/?&sd_client_id=32a335ba-8cdc-4cc9-87b9-8ee38217278b\n\n\nTransportation from your hotel to the Soft Tissue Surgery Lecture & Lab is the responsibility of the attendee. Lyft and Uber are readily available.\n\nThere is not a designated hotel for this event. However\, we have secured the following hotel options. Attendees are responsible for their own reservations and all applicable taxes/fees. Hotel reservations will be limited for this particular weekend as it is dorm move-in weekend for UGA. These blocks will be available until July 9\, 2024.\n\nHoliday Inn Express: https://www.hiexpress.com/redirect?path=hd&brandCode=EX&localeCode=en&regionCode=1&hotelCode=AHNDT&_PMID=99801505&GPC=STC&cn=no&viewfullsite=true\nHyatt Place (Group Block Code: G-GVT3): https://www.hyatt.com/shop/rooms/ahnza?location=Hyatt%20Place%20Athens%20%2F%20Downtown&checkinDate=2024-08-09&checkoutDate=2024-08-11&rooms=1&adults=1&kids=0&corp_id=G-GVT3\n\n\n\nSoft Tissue Surgery CE Schedule 2024
URL:https://vet.uga.edu/event/practical-surgery-for-common-conditions-in-cats/
LOCATION:CVM Main Campus\, 501 DW Brooks Drive\, Athens\, GA\, 30602
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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SUMMARY:2024 Spring GVTAA Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Georgia Veterinary Technician and Assistant Association will be hosting the spring Conference on Sunday\, April 21. The conference will be held at the UGA College of Veterinary Medicine at 501 DW Brooks Dr. Topics covered will be instrumental in our day to day lives as technicians and assistants. Registrants for this continuing education event will earn 6 CE credit hours. Breakfast and lunch will be provided to attendees of the conference. Join us for an exciting day to meet our Board members and network with sponsors from various companies.\n2024 GVTAA spring agenda\nRegistration closes April 10 @ 11:45 pm
URL:https://vet.uga.edu/event/2024-spring-gvtaa-conference/
LOCATION:CVM Main Campus\, 501 DW Brooks Drive\, Athens\, GA\, 30602
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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SUMMARY:Avian\, Reptile\, & Small Mammal Endoscopy (Two Day Practical Course)
DESCRIPTION:Elevate your exotic animal practice and zoological skills to the next level with the acclaimed endoscopy training programs from the University of Georgia. These courses have been specifically designed to teach the practical applications of endoscopy and endosurgery in reptiles\, birds\, & exotic mammals.  Whether you are a private practitioner\, zoo or wildlife vet\, intern\, resident\, specialist\, or academician\, this course will train you to perform minimally-invasive endoscopic procedures including internal examination\, biopsy\, and basic endosurgical procedures. \nA 2-day practical\, hands-on practical lab to develop and practice endoscopy skills (prior completion of the 16-hr online course required before lab). This course offers 16 hours of CE credit. Focused on reptiles\, birds & small mammal diagnostic procedures using the 2.7mm telescope system This is a practical course with very limited classroom time. Species vary and are dependent upon concurrent research projects but usually include turtles\, iguanas\, pigeons\, chickens\, rabbits and rodents. \nRegistration is open. Limited to 16 registrants. There is an active waitlist for this event \nCourse Date: December 2-3\, 2023 \nCost: \n\nVeterinarian: $1499\nResident/Intern/Student: $999\nVet Tech/Nurse (attend with DVM): $149 \n\nFor your convenience\, if you would like to stay at the Homewood Suites by Hilton 750 East Broad St Athens\, GA 30601\, please use the following link. The rate per night is $114 + taxes/fees. This rate is available until 11.1.2023. To reserve your block over the phone guests can call 1-800-Hiltons and reference booking ID “90B” or the following booking link can be used and already has all the codes and dates filled in for you. https://www.hilton.com/en/book/reservation/deeplink/?ctyhocn=AHNATHW&groupCode=CHW90B&arrivaldate=2023-12-01&departuredate=2023-12-03&cid=OM\,WW\,HILTONLINK\,EN\,DirectLink&fromId=HILTONLINKDIRECT\, \nIf you would prefer to stay at the UGA Center for Continuing Education & Hotel 1197 S Lumpkin St Athens GA 30602 (within walking distance of the course)\, guests may book their hotel room online at https://www.hotel.uga.edu/\, choosing Reservations\, and using the group code 1VETCE23. Guests must enter the Group Code online to receive the room at the group rates. Guests may also call the reservations office at 706-542-2134 with the Group Code. This rate\, $152 + taxes and fees per night\, is available until 30 days prior to arrival.
URL:https://vet.uga.edu/event/avian-reptile-small-mammal-endoscopy-two-day-practical-course/
LOCATION:CVM Main Campus\, 501 DW Brooks Drive\, Athens\, GA\, 30602
CATEGORIES:Continuing Education
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