AVA Conference Canberra 20-27th May 2012 Workshops
A practical guide to localising neurological lesions
Presenter; Dr Christine Thomson BVSc(Hons), Dip ACVIM(Neurol), DipECVN, PhD.
Date; Friday 25th May 2012
Time; 9am-5pm
Venue; ACT Companion Dog Club, corner Narrabundah Lane and Jerrabomberra Avenue, Symonston
A free bus will depart Canberra Convention Centre at 8.30am sharp for the venue
Cost; AHV members $300, AVA members $385, Non AVA members $600
Morning tea, Lunch and Afternoon tea provided
CE points; 9.5
Are you comfortable with localising neurological lesions?
The neurological examination is designed to assess the function of the central and peripheral nervous system. Interpreting the results is essential for identifying where the lesion is located in the nervous system. As diseases are region-specific, lesion localization is essential for accurate diagnosis and, hence, effective treatment of neurological cases. If you know where the lesion is located, you can look up information on diagnosis and treatment. But for many clinicians, neurological localization is challenging, daunting, or just plain confusing.
The NeuroMap is a simple, conceptual approach to localizing the lesion. The NeuroMap will help you interpret results from the neuro examination in small and large animals. In simple, clear language, this workshop will guide you through making a conceptual map of the nervous system, which can then be used to interpret the results of the neurological examination. The workshop will also give you a hands-on opportunity to practise the key tests performed in the neurological examination, using dogs. Reference will be made to horses and other types of animals. Case studies illustrating key neurological syndromes will also be presented.
Bio Dr. Christine Thomson BVSc(Hons), Dip ACVIM(Neurol),
DipECVN, PhD.
Dr. Chris Thomson graduated from the University of Melbourne in 1983. After a year in private practice she undertook a residency in neurology at North Carolina State University, College of Veterinary Medicine, followed by a PhD in neuroscience at the University of Glasgow. She returned to Melbourne University as a lecturer in anatomy and neurology for 3 years. In 1995 she returned to Glasgow working in a combined clinical neurology and neuroscience research post, until 2006 when she moved to Massey University in New Zealand. Chris is now an Associate Professor of Veterinary Anatomy in the Institute of Veterinary, Animal and Biomedical Sciences, where she teaches general anatomy, neuroanatomy and clinical neurology. Her textbook ‘Veterinary Neuroanatomy: A Clinical Approach’ by Thomson and co-author, Caroline Hahn (Edinburgh) is scheduled for release in May 2012. The textbook is written with the aim of aiding vet students and practitioners localise neurological lesions in small and large animals. It is written from a basic, conceptual aspect, in simple, clear language, with many clinical illustrations.
Introduction to Animal Biomechanical Medicine, an Osteopathic and Chiropractic approach
Presenters; Dr Kim Lim, Dr Rowan Kilmartin and Dr Kate Haines
Date; Saturday 26th May 2012
Time; 9am-5pm
Venue; ACT Companion Dog Club, corner Narrabundah Lane and Jerrabomberra Avenue, Symonston
A free bus will depart Canberra Convention Centre at 8.30am sharp for the venue
Cost; AHV members $300, AVA members $385, Non AVA members $600
Morning tea, Lunch and Afternoon tea provided
CE points; 11
Introduction to Animal Biomechanical Medicine, an Osteopathic and Chiropractic approach.
Do you want to learn more on how to help your patients recover from painful backs? How about understanding the potential relationships between biomechanical dysfunction and some behaviour & other disorders - eg localised skin irritation, tail chasers, lick granulomas, and seizures cases? What about a chiropractic and osteopath way to deal with trigger points? Would you like to improve your ability to localise that lameness? Or just want to improve your skills of gait analysis? This practical workshop will help dispel some misconceptions of how chiropractors and osteopaths practise and show you how useful these modalities can be to introduce to your work and patients. It will incorporate case series, videos and demonstrations as well as hands-on practical canine sessions for take home messages to utilise straight away.
Bio Dr. Kim Lim BVSc, CVA, MCSc(Animal Chiropractic)
Dr Kim Lim graduated from the University of Melbourne in 1990. She became a Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist in 1992 and received her Master of Animal Chiropractic from RMIT in 2003. Since 1996 she has worked solely in integrative, complementary medicine using chiropractic, acupuncture, craniosacral therapy, bach flowers and homotoxicology to treat her canine patients. Kim also treats cats and the odd llama or two. Most of her patients seek her help for musculoskeletal problems Other problems such as skin conditions, emotional imbalances and epilepsies have also been treated. She has a passion to discover new techniques to help her patients. Kim has been active in the Geelong Branch of the Australian Veterinary Association since 2008 when she held the position of secretary and treasurer followed by the position of president in 2009 and 2010.
Bio Dr. Kate Haines BVSc(Hons), CVA, MCSc(Animal Chiropractic), Dip Practice Management
Dr Kate Haines graduated as a Veterinarian in 1984, and worked in mixed practice in Australia and the United Kingdom. In 1994 attended her first equine chiropractic course, after interest sparked by observing effective greyhound manipulation early in her career. Kate pursued animal chiropractic skills while in practice, but was highly aware of the need for formal qualifications. She completed the RMIT University Animal Chiropractic Graduate Diploma course as equal top student, and then a Masters Degree in Animal Chiropractic, including the thesis “Relationships between Mobility of the Lumbar Spine and Pelvis, Exercise Induced Lameness and Performance in Endurance Horses”.
Kate Haines is the sole proprietor of a 5 vet small animal veterinary practice, but the vast majority of her own work is now veterinary chiropractic in nature, seeing both horses & small animals. She was a principal lecturer in the RMIT Animal Chiropractic program, has presented at Equitana, and at workshops run by the PGFVS and Equine Veterinarians Australia. She has been involved on the committee of the AVA South Gippsland branch for many years.
Bio Dr. Rowan Kilmartin BVSc MCSc(Animal Chiropractic) CVA
After graduating from the Queensland University Rowan worked in mixed practice on the Western Downs and on the Queensland Central Coast. It was during this time Rowan was finding an increasing number of problems that were left unanswered in conventional veterinary medicine. He was inspired to see if there was a different way to address these problems. He initially completed a Certificate in Veterinary Acupuncture and a Graduate Diploma in Animal Chiropractic. In 2002 Rowan was awarded a Master of Chiropractic Science (Animal Chiropractic) from RMIT University. In 2003 he moved to South East Queensland followed where he concentrated on equine chiropractic medicine for five years. During this time he treated multiple thousands of cases. Due to the increasing public demand for small animal chiropractic medicine in 2006 he now devotes most of his time to companion animal clinical practice.
Kayaking and Lunch Cases
Immerse yourself in nature as you experience the 2 -3 hour kayak wetlands tour. Departing from Commonwealth place you paddle East towards the new Kingston foreshore development. You skirt around the new Kingston Harbour before heading into the wetland area. Peaceful, narrow and full of bird life. From the silence of your kayak is the best way to explore this part of Lake Burley Griffin.
Follow up with a 3 course lunch at Pork Barrel and share a 10min case or discussion of yours.
Date; Sunday 27th May 2012
Time; 9am-3pm
Venue; Kayaking start at Commonwealth place (Parkes Place, Parkes by the International Flags) and Pork Barrel, King George Terrace, Parkes.
Cost; $155 including lunch. Drinks not included.
Supplied; Kayaks, life jackets (PFD's), polar fleece sweaters and spray jackets in cooler conditions
What to bring; Swimmers, shorts,
t-shirt, 2 pairs of shoes or wetsuit booties (1 pair for in kayaks), small
towel.
AVA Conference Canberra 20-27th May 2012 Events
AHV Dinner
Date; Wednesday 23rd May 2012
Time; 7pm
Venue; Blu Ginger, 5 Genge Street,Canberra City ACT
2601
Phone: (02) 6262
6601, Fax: (02) 6262
6605
Non-members and non-conference delegates – $80 per person
Includes banquet 3 course dinner. Drinks not included.
AHV Annual Group Meeting
Date; Thursday 24th May 2012
Time; 1pm
Venue; Meeting Room where Holistic lectures to be held
AVA Conference Canberra 20-27th May 2012 Speaker Lineup
Monday 21st May 2012
8.00am Ted Whittem – Care to Reflect on consort? ‐ Designing and reporting clinical trials.
9.00am Anne Jackson - How to read a paper: How the AVJ reviews scientific papers for publication.
Tuesday 22nd May 2012
8.00am Rowan Kilmartin – Sustainable practice management, how to succeed in changing times with integrative therapies.
4.00pm Amanda Craig - “Compounded”, APVMA “permitted” versus “registered” medicines and off label prescribing: what are we prescribing?
Wednesday 23rd May 2012
8.00am Barbara Fougere – Biomedical Advances in Acupuncture.
9.00am Barbara Fougere - Western herbal approaches to musculoskeletal cases ‐
principles and case studies.
10.30am Christine Thomson - Simple guide to localising neurological lesions, using the
NeuroMap. 1. Spinal cord and peripheral nervous system.
11.30am Christine Thomson - Simple guide to localising neurological lesions, using the
NeuroMap. 2. Brain and cranial nerves.
1.30pm Jacqui Ley - Dogs and thunderstorms ‐ the biggest anxiolytic trial ever. Homeopet Trial.
2.30pm Kim Lim – Sustaining your cruciate patient ‐ how to rehabilitate a
dog after a cranial cruciate injury and surgery.
Thursday 24th May 2012
8.00am Barbara Wilson CEO Foodsafe QLD - Veterinary science and sustainable food production.
9.00am Barbara Fougere - Western herbal approaches to geriatric support ‐ principles
and case studies.
10.30am Elaine Cebuliak - Holistic approach to oral tumours.
2.00pm Barbara Fougere - Western herbal approaches to challenging skin cases ‐
principles and case studies.
3.00pm Liza Schneider - Sustainable bodies: neutraceuticals for geriatric health.
4.30pm Pietro Celi - The use of herbs in ruminant nutrition.
Contact person for all workshops and events;
Kate Millhouse
Ph; 02 6231 1324