Flexible & Rigid Endoscopy

January 28 - 31, 2022

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  • Date: January 28 - 31, 2022
  • Venue: Viticus Center, Oquendo Campus | Las Vegas, NV
  • Category: Endoscopy
  • Enrollment Capacity: 18
  • CE Hours: 32
  • Cost: $3,850

 

This 4-day course combines flexible GI endoscopy and rigid endoscopy to create a comprehensive course comprised of lecture and hands-on lab covering the following areas:

  • Basic Flexible Endoscopy – Introduction to endoscopy including indications, endoscopic instrumentation, techniques for examining the upper and lower GI tract, plus a 7-hour wet lab to provide hands-on experience in both upper and lower endoscopy.
  • Intermediate Flexible Endoscopy – One-day course (lecture, demonstration, & laboratory session) on intermediate endoscopy techniques including canine airway exam, additional experience in gastrointestinal examination, and foreign body retrieval and biopsies. This lab will also include a gastrointestinal examination of cats.
  • Rigid Endoscopy – One-day course (lecture, demonstration & laboratory session) on rigid endoscopy including laparoscopy, rhinoscopy, video-otoscopy, and urethroscopy/cystoscopy.

 

DOWNLOAD AGENDA

Hands-on training led by expert instructors equals enhanced proficiency and improved endoscopy skills. Build your confidence with accuracy and efficiency in these areas:

  • Learn basic and intermediate flexible endoscopy techniques
  • Explore gastrointestinal examination of cats and dogs
  • Gain hands-on experience in both upper and lower endoscopy
Course sponsored in part by 
 
 
 

Viticus Group’s official lodging partner is Courtyard by Marriott - Las Vegas Henderson/Green Valley. Special lodging discounts are available to participants attending courses at the Viticus Center. Please make these arrangements once you have purchased your course by calling 702.434.4700 and be sure to mention that you are attending a course at the Viticus Center. To make a reservation with our discounted rate, please click here. 

Courtyard by Marriott - Las Vegas Henderson/Green Valley
2800 North Green Valley Pkwy
Henderson, NV 89014
Toll-free: 702.434.4700

 

Courtyard Lodging Includes: 

  • Airport Pick up: Available on request, 7 days a week starting at 6:00a and ending at 10:00p
  • Guests will need to call the hotel upon arrival (702.434.4700) after they pick up their luggage. At that time, we will inform them of the area they will be picked up and we will send the shuttle driver.
  • Airport drop off: All drop-offs are every two hours, starting at 6:00a and ending at 10:00p. Please sign up at the front desk at least 1 hour prior to departing.
  • Shuttle service to Las Vegas Strip: Pickups and drop-offs are outside the Mandalay Bay Tour and Trolley stop.

Drop-off Times:
12:00p, 4:00p, 10:00p

Pick-up Times:
12:30p, 4:30p, 10:30p

  • Please sign up at the front desk at least 1 hour prior.
  • Ground transportation to/from hotel and Viticus Center.
  • Be ready at the Courtyard hotel lobby 30 minutes in advance of course start time and board the van for the short ride to the Viticus Center. View Map.
  • Return to the hotel at the end of the instructional day.

TRANSPORTATION

Public transportation in Las Vegas is limited. If you are staying somewhere other than our preferred partner, Courtyard Las Vegas Henderson/Green Valley, 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.

PACKING TIPS

  1. WVC scrubs are available upon your arrival if needed.

  2. Closed-toe shoes are required during labs.

  3. A light sweater for indoor areas.

  4. Plenty of sunscreen.

  5. Electronic charging device to power up.

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

FAQ/SUPPORT

Have a question or need technical support, we're here to help. Access the Technical Support Center at support.viticusgroup.org or submit a ticket to email support@viticusgroup.org

* Instructors are subject to change

Meet the Instructors

Todd Tams

DVM, DACVIM (SAIM)
VCA

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Steven Marks

BVSC, MS, DACVIM (SAIM)
Clinical Professor, Associate Dean and Director

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Lynette Cole

DVM, MS, DACVD
The Ohio State University

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“I really think these are excellent courses. The instructors here are really invested in student learning, so you get a lot of learning in just a few days.”
Dr. Maria Evola
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“The Oquendo Campus is a unique facility in the United States—I would actually say unique facility worldwide. The ability to laboratory exercises and the staff here at the Oquendo Campus is excellent.”
Dr. Don Hulse
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“The information I’ve learned here at WVC Academy was awesome. I had the best time and met with so many people who I can network with, exchange ideas with. I can’t wait to get back home and show all my colleagues what I learned here.” 
Dr. Michael Jones
Surgical BW

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