Nexus Veterinary CE
TPLO 2 - Intermediate (April 2025)
Includes a Live In-Person Event on 04/24/2025 at 8:00 AM (EDT)
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- Veterinarian - $2,550
This course is intended for veterinary professionals who have completed an introductory TPLO course and are ready to take on more specialized, advanced cases.
Now that you're comfortable with TPLO surgery for routine CrCL injuries, are you ready to tackle more challenging patients? This two-day intermediate course is designed for veterinary professionals looking to expand their expertise in treating complex joint conditions using TPLO techniques. The course will focus on CrCL repair in toy breed dogs and cats, as well as in dogs with concomitant patellar luxation, providing a deeper understanding of the anatomical challenges and surgical considerations unique to these patients.
Key topics include the addition of isometric extracapsular sutures to stabilize the stifle following TPLO surgery, addressing excessive internal rotation post-surgery, and treating dogs with hyper-lax stifles. Additionally, the course will cover advanced techniques such as TPLO combined with Tibial Tuberosity Transposition (TTT) for managing low-grade medial patellar luxation (MPL), and Distal Femoral Osteotomy (DFO) for high-grade MPL.
By the end of the course, participants will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to confidently approach complex TPLO surgeries and modifications, ensuring excellent functional outcomes for smaller patients and those with challenging joint conditions.
Course Objectives
- Learn how to approach TPLO surgery in toy breeds and cats, addressing unique anatomical considerations.
- Gain proficiency in using the vPOP Planning App for pre-surgical planning specific to toy breed TPLO cases.
- Learn how to modify the TPLO procedure in patients with concomitant patellar luxation.
- Master TPLO combined with Isometric Extracapsular Sutures to control internal rotation for improved surgical outcomes.
- Understand and utilize the OrthoSta system for enhanced surgical precision.
- Perform TPLO combined with Tibial Tuberosity Transposition (TTT) for managing low-grade MPL, and Distal Femoral Osteotomy (DFO) for high-grade MPL.
- Develop a deeper understanding of advanced surgical modifications to improve outcomes in patients with joint deformities.
Day 1
| 8:00am | Welcome & Introductions |
| 8:05am | TPLO in Toy Breeds & Cats |
| 8:35am | vPOP – Planning App |
| 9:00am | Laboratory 1: Computer Planning of Toy Breed TPLO |
| 9:30am | Laboratory 2: Toy Breed TPLO (plastic bone and cadaver) |
| 12:00pm | Lunch |
| 12:30pm | TPLO with Isometric Extracap Suture to Control Internal Rotation |
| 1:00pm | Overview of the OrthoSta System |
| 1:30pm | Laboratory 3: TPLO and Isometric Extracapsular (plastic bone & cadaver) |
| 4:30pm | Conclusion of Day 1 |
Day 2
| 8:00am | Review of Day 1 Radiographs |
| 9:00am | TPLO with low Grade MPL (TPLO-M, TTT) |
| 9:30am | Laboratory 1: TPLO-M (plastic bone & cadaver) |
| 11:00am | Laboratory 2: TPLO with TTT (plastic bone & cadaver) |
| 12:00pm | Lunch |
| 12:30pm | TPLO with high grade MPL (DFO) |
| 1:00pm | Laboratory 3: TPLO with Distal Femoral Osteotomy (plastic bone & cadaver) |
| 4:00pm | Discussion |
| 4:30pm | Conclusion of Course |
Don Hulse
DVM, DACVS, DECVS
Dr. Hulse was led to veterinary orthopedics by his passion for mechanics and his unconditional love for animals. As a clinician, he has dedicated his surgery career to providing minimally-invasive orthopedic care at at a fair and accessible price.
Dr. Hulse has built a lasting legacy in veterinary medicine through decades of helping other veterinarians and technicians advance their careers. As a world-renowned lecturer and researcher, he is frequently invited to teach at national and international veterinary conferences. Dr. Hulse has also authored books and chapters for veterinary textbooks, including his contributions to the industry-defining textbook, Small Animal Arthroscopy. As a clinical researcher, he has focused his work on minimally invasive orthopedic procedures for fractures and joint disorders.
Dr. Hulse received his DVM from Texas A&M Veterinary School in 1970. He completed his surgical training at Kansas State University in 1973 and was board certified in 1977. In addition to working as a surgeon in private practice, Dr. Hulse has been teaching veterinary orthopedic surgery as an A&M faculty member for over 30 years.
Don enjoys spending his free time in Austin and College Station with his wife and son.