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Extracapsular Stabilization of the Stifle (Featuring OrthoSta)

May 23-24, 2025

Cranial cruciate ligament insufficiency is a common orthopedic problem in dogs and cats. Successful treatment requires accurate diagnosis and assessment. This course will provide up-to-date information on the etiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, and treatment of cranial cruciate ligament insufficiency. Lectures and labs will emphasize techniques that can readily be performed in practice. Participants will learn how to differentiate partial versus complete tears of the CrCL. 

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Date: May 23-24, 2025
Venue: Viticus Group, Oquendo Center | Las Vegas, NV
Category: Orthopedic, Surgery
Enrollment Capacity: 32
CE Hours: 16
Cost: $3,000
Instructors: Donald Hulse, DVM, DACVS, DECVS, Chad Andrews, DVM, DACVS-SA, Stephen Jones, MVB, MS, DACVS-SA

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ABOUT THIS COURSE

 

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Course Instructors
Hotel and Accomodations
Transportation

LAB INSTRUCTOR

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Donald Hulse, DVM, DACVS, DECVS

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Chad M. Andrews, DVM, DACVS (SA)

Chad Andrews, DVM, DACVS-SA

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Stephen Jones, MVB, MS, DACVS-SA

Hotel Accommodations and Travel

You asked, we listened. Viticus Group has added NEW partner hotels for 2025, Hampton Inn - Las Vegas Strip South and Home2 Suites by Hilton Las Vegas Strip South. Special lodging discounts are available to participants attending courses at the Viticus Center. Please make these arrangements and add promo codes below to book your stay.

BOOKING YOUR HOTEL STAY

DINING

  • Our preferred partner hotels have a hot breakfast buffet starting at 6a.

  • Hot and cold beverages + snacks are available in the lobby during the course.

  • Lunch will be provided during full lab days (8-hours).

  • If you have any dietary restrictions, please email Academy@viticusgroup.org so we can inform our catering team.

PACKING TIPS

  • Scrubs are available upon your arrival if needed.

  • Closed-toe shoes are required during labs.

  • A light sweater for indoor areas.

  • Plenty of sunscreen.

  • Electronic charging device to power up.

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

TRANSPORTATION DETAILS

  • Airport Pick up: Available on request, 24 hours, 7 days a week. Please contact the hotel at once you've retrieved your luggage, and your hotel will let you know where to wait for the shuttle.

  • Transportation from your hotel to the Harry Reid Airport: You will need to sign up at the front desk. These shuttles run once an hour. They will ask you to sign up no less than 2 hours before expected departure.

TRANSPORTATION

Viticus Group transportation includes shuttle pick-up prior to the start of your course start time and a short ride to the Viticus Center. 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.**


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.

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Extracapsular Stabilization of the Stifle (Featuring OrthoSta)

May 23-24, 2025

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