Thinking about advancing your career and specializing in a certain area of veterinary medicine? Did you know that successful completion of a VTS will earn you 20 to 30 CE credits? To learn more about what specialties are available, visit the NAVTA site.
Further your understanding of the processes, terminology and innovations associated with pet aftercare. Allow us the opportunity to demonstrate how our compassionate staff, unique services and beautiful memorial products have improved the aftercare experience; both for hospital staff and grieving pet owners.
To book a Pets Above Lunch and Learn please email info@petsabove.com or call 1-519-766-9999.
Offered all year around, by request, to veterinarians and their teams across Canada (in-person when geographically feasible, and via webinar otherwise). Led by Dr. Debbie Stoewen DVM, MSW, RSW, PhD.
Lunch and Learns worth 1 CE credit each. Workshops worth 2 CE credits each. Interactive, two-way conversation webinars can also be arranged.
Sessions are provided in lecture (1 hr.) and interactive (1.5-2 hrs.) formats worth 1 CE credit per CE hour (50 minutes) with options for 1, 1.5, or 2 CE credits/session.
To find out more about this program visit Pets Plus Us, call 1-800-700-3391 or email care@petsplusus.com.
Vetoquinol Lunch and Learn Opportunities: to book, contact your Vetoquinol Territory Manager.
1. Zentonil - A lunch and learn during which the signs of liver disease, free radicals and antioxidants are explained. This lunch and learn also discusses the benefits of zentonil. Worth 1 CE credit.
2. Vetoquinol Care - A lunch and learn to help grow your potential within your practice, through retail product sales and recommendations. The Vetoquinol Care Line is also discussed. Worth 1 CE credit.
3. Merchandising - A lunch and learn to help develop your retail space by providing real and practical tips and tricks, including the "why" and the "how". Worth 1.5 CE credits.
4. Flexadin - A lunch and learn to discuss the joint supplements market, the osteoarthritic overview, and the management of osteoarthritis. The benefits of Flexadin are also discussed. Worth 1 CE credit.
5. ZYLKENE - In this one hour lunch and learn, RVTs will learn about the following topics: why behaviour services are so important, fear/anxiety and stress, what to do to help, improve clinic experience and zylkene range. Worth 1 CE credit.
ONLINE OPPORTUNITIES
The RVT Journal Quizzes: The RVT Journal is a national publication with four (4) CE articles in each issue. All members of the OAVT are mailed a copy of the Journal each quarter. After reading the articles, log in to your OAVT account to take the quizzes. If you receive passing scores, CE credits will automatically be applied to your CE record. (Worth 1 CE credit per quiz with a passing score).
Want to print a copy of the quizzes before you take them online? You can print the quizzes from inside the member portal.
Veterinary Webstore: How to enhance your client relationship - This one-hour online session will discuss the benefits of having an online store, and how to effectively set one up in your practice. Call 1-877-788-5028 to register for this session, or email info@myvetstore.ca. Worth 1 CE Credit.
Veterinary Webstore: The Next Step - How to set up, market and manage My VetStore. This one hour session can be delivered online OR in-person to your clinic. This session is for My VetStore users. Participants are taught how to manage and market their online store. Call 1-877-788-5028 to register or book a Lunch and Learn, or email info@myvetstore.ca. Worth 1 CE Credit.
Basic Dog Body Language Course: Doggone Safe, the creators of the Be a Tree program, have also created an online course to learn more about understanding and interpreting canine body language. This course might help to prepare you for the delivery of Be a Tree in your community. Worth 2.5 CE Credits.
Click here for more information and to register.
Boehringer Ingelheim (Canada) held live webinars in March 2017 which were recorded and are now available to a wider audience. Each contains a quiz at the end. Each worth 1 CE credit.
1. Lessons Learned from Pain Management Research in Dairy Cattle - http://www.boehringer-ingelheim-webinars.ca/#/main
2. Pain Mitigation Following Surgical Castration in Young Beef Calves - http://www.boehringer-ingelheim-webinars.ca/#/main
The Valve Study, sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim. Discover the results of the Valve study on dual vs. triple therapy- it could change the way you treat congestive heart failure(CHF) due to myxomatous mitral valve disease (MMVD) Approved for 1 CE Credit.
Click here to register.
Canine Chronic Valvular Disease: New Recommendations, sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim. A review of the diagnosis and management of canine acquired heart disease. The talk emphasizes diagnosing and managing the disease in the general practice setting, and helps clinicians to develop a clinic protocol to manage patients with asymptomatic heart disease as well as those with congestive heart failure. Approved for 1 CE Credit.
Click here to register.
Cardinal Health Continuing Education Opportunities
These online courses can be found at: http://www.cardinalhealth.com/en/product-solutions/support-services/continuing-education-opportunities.html
- Proper Handling Techniques for Sterilization Wrap and Wrapped OR Trays (0.5 CE credits)
- Sterility Assurance: A Focus on Packaging (0.5 CE credits)
- Wound Drain Systems in Perioperative Nursing (0.5 CE credits)
COMMUNICATION SKILLS TO HELP YOU GET THROUGH THESE CRAZY TIMES The need to communicate effectively is greater now than ever. This webinar will focus on understanding and developing three key skills that can be used in all forms of communication: in person, on the phone, in video and online. Click here to learn more about this presentation. Accredited for 1 CE credit. Visit the CommuniVET website.
DERM ON DEMAND: USING TELEMEDICINE TO MANAGE PATIENTS WITH SKIN DISEASE - Live on July 9, 2020 and available on demand after that. The Canadian Academy of Veterinary Dermatology contributed in the
development of this learning activity. What role does telemedicine play in your practice? Does this technology have its place in the management of patients with dermatological issues? Now is your chance to get answers to these and other questions about the use of telemedicine in dermatology from a panel
of veterinary specialists! Click here for a PDF flyer of the event. Accredited for 1 CE credit. Visit the CommuniVET website.
COVID-19: Strategies for charting your course forward - Join Dr. Elizabeth Hetler as she moderates a panel of highly successful front‐line veterinary professionals sharing
their strategies on how to navigate though this era to provide positive outcomes for their patients,
clients, team, and practice. Specific areas that will be discussed include: maximize each appointment, leveraging the practice care team, utilizing technology, communicating with pet owners.
Accredited for 1 CE credit. Visit the CommuniVET website.
Telemedicine and effective communication: Engage with your clients, care for your patients and generate revenue during parasite control season and beyond - Despite the COVID‐19 crisis, pets still need veterinary care and protection against parasites. The current situation challenges us to rethink how we reach out to pet parents and engage with them, in order to ensure our patients receive the care they need and to generate revenue for our clinic. Telemedicine, text and email messaging, as well as online forms and modes of payment, can facilitate client communication and processes at a time when clinics are understaffed and applying physical distancing measures. Find out how telemedicine and effective communication can help you achieve these goals, and receive practical tips and advice, during this live webcast featuring Dr. Hélène Perras. Accredited for 1 CE credit. Visit the CommuniVET website.
The Post‐COVID Practice: What will things look like? Where will you be vulnerable? Practices and individuals will face a period of recovery and change emerging from the COVID‐19 crisis and a number of decisions in both managing practices as well as protecting and optimizing their own financial planning and decisions. This presentation will address what metrics and key performance indicators (KPI) practices should be considering to plan strategy and personal financial planning considerations as well. Presented by: Dr. John Tait, BSc, MS (FIN.), DVM, MBA, CFP. Accredited for 1 CE credit. Visit the CommuniVET website.
Zoonoses: Both sides of the coin - Presenters are Dr. Danny Joffe and Dr. Mark Joffe.
At least 80% of “new” human diseases are zoonotic in origin. It behooves veterinarians and medical health care professionals to review the life cycles and clinical implications of common zoonotic diseases. This talk will discuss several zoonotic diseases from both the human and veterinary health care perspectives. Toxocariasis, Echinococcosis, Lyme disease, Leptospirosis and Capnocytophaga will be discussed in detail from both the human and veterinary perspectives.
The knowledge of life cycles, transmission patterns and human health concerns
will help veterinarians to better council their clients with regards to prevention of these
diseases in their patients and clients. This learning activity includes
This learning activity includes four capsules that examine both sides of the coin for:
- Echinococcosis
- Lyme disease
- Leptospirosis & capnocytophaga
- Toxocariasis
New threats, new protocols: Future-proofing your small animal parasite protocols Watch this webinar to learn about how you can future-proof your clinic’s small animal parasite protocols. In this session, parasitologist Prof. Christopher Fernandez-Prada will: Provide an overview of the new Canadian Parasitology Expert Panel (CPEP) guidelines; Highlight a few emerging parasitic threats, such as the Echinococcus tapeworm, that have been the focus of several recently published scientific studies; and Examine the importance of proper diagnosis and current prevention protocols for your patients. Accredited for 1 CE credit. Visit the CommuniVET website.
Cannabis in clinical practice Part 1: Legislative and regulatory status of cannabis in Canada Legislative and regulatory status of cannabis in Canada; a brief look back at the history of cannabis prohibition and legalization, followed by a more comprehensive look at our current legislation and how that impacts veterinary clients, patients and veterinary professionals. Note: RVTs who have attended either the OAVT 2019 Conference cannabis sessions, or this session at the Canadian Symposium in Veterinary Cannabinoid Medicine in June 2019 (Ajax), may not claim CE credit for listening to this webinar, if both webinar participation and conference attendance fall within the same collection period. Per the OAVT CE Policy - "Repeated participation in identical CE activities will receive credit once per collection period." Accredited for 1 CE credit. Visit the CommuniVET website.
Cannabis in clinical practice Part 2: Harm Reduction Education & Safety of Our Patients The legalization and growing acceptance of both medical and adult-use cannabis has led many pet families to explore the use of cannabis-based therapies for their pets. It is important for them to understand, however, that there are risks associated with the inappropriate use of these products. Harm reduction and education focuses on information and strategies to help clients who choose to use cannabis products for their pets, to administer it in the safest and most appropriate manner.
Accredited for 1 CE credit. Visit the CommuniVET website.
THE UNIQUE CHALLENGES OF DENTAL CARE FOR SMALL-BREED DOGS- Find out why small and toy breeds often need advanced periodontal therapy (including tooth extraction) much earlier in life than larger dogs do, and get tips on when and how to initiate periodontal care in at-risk patients... all from the comfort of your home or office! Learn more at https://www.communivet.com/en/education/webinars. This is accredited for 1 CE credit with the OAVT.
Strategies for sanity: Saying “No” and setting boundaries- Do you and/or members of your veterinary team sometimes struggle with “staying sane” and
maintaining a healthy work‐life balance?
Discover practical strategies for setting boundaries and saying “no,” as well as examples of how
to communicate effectively... all from the comfort of your home or office!
Presented by Marie Holowaychuk, DVM, Dipl. ACVECC, CYT.
Credits: Worth 1 CEC Visit the CommuniVET website.
Don’ t wait! Don’t hesitate! The importance of feeding critically ill cats and dogs - Malnutrition is much more common in veterinary patients than you may realize. Drs. Bersenas and Parr will discuss why early enteral nutrition, using feeding tubes, should be a priority for critically ill cats and dogs. They will also talk about key nutrients for recovery and provide dietary examples. Lastly, they will utilize common case examples to demonstrate appropriate feeding strategies when using feeding tubes.
Accredited for 1 CE credit. Visit the CommuniVET website.
Euthanasia A new CommuniVET webinar has been approved for 1 CE credit with the OAVT. This is a learning activity on the topic of euthanasia, with two components:
1. An on-demand webcast, entitled "Euthanasia - Reducing stress while adding value".
In this webcast, Dr. Mason shares tips to help veterinarians, as well as other members of the in-clinic
team, to better assist pet owners in making this most difficult decision. Special attention is given to
communication by reconsidering the vocabulary to use and the relevant information to share. She also
talks about the logistics related to euthanasia appointments in order to improve the experience for
everyone involved, while providing tips on self-care for veterinarians and in-clinic staff.
Link for video:
https://player.vimeo.com/external/363160873.sd.mp4?s=5ad6f2dfc512c7b59fe6374a1775dd6
54db88ef0&profile_id=164
2. A video snapshot, entitled "Pre-euthanasia sedation - Winning protocols!"
The well-being of their faithful companions during end-of-life care is absolutely paramount for pet
owners. In this Scientific Snapshot, Dr. Céline Leheurteux, creator of Euthabag®, examines why
sedation should be part of the euthanasia process. Among other things, she discusses practice
standards, the two-injection technique and the benefits of sedation. She also shares magic protocols
to make the experience as pleasant as possible.
Link for video:
https://player.vimeo.com/external/362063021.sd.mp4?s=fb56c80534b1f0bcc52bdbc287c4855
c12c5b336&profile_id=164
Accredited for 1 CE credit. Visit the CommuniVET website.
Canine Flu: Are You Ready?A video presentation featuring Jason Stull, VMD, MPVM, PhD, DACVPM and an additional reading on canine flu from the AVMA.
Accredited for 1 CE credit. Visit the CommuniVET website.
Feline Arthritis: Understanding the Silent Pain (sponsored by Elanco) In this webinar, Dr. St Denis will provide an overview of feline arthritis. She will start off by explaining the terminology associated with degenerative joint disease (DJD). Then, she will discuss what can cause the disease and which cats can be affected. Throughout the presentation, she will list clinical signs of DJD and how to diagnose the disease, while providing advice to help clients recognize if their cat is suffering from arthritis. Finally, she will share her views on treatment options.
Accredited for 1 CE credit. Visit the CommuniVET website.
Calcium homeostasis: understanding the hypercalcemic cat. Total calcium, ionized calcium, parathyroid hormone, and vitamin D: understanding calcium regulation in the cat can be bewildering. This session will focus on a practical approach to understanding calcium regulation in cats, hypercalcemia, as well as diagnostic tests, and options for therapy.
Accredited for 1.5CE credits. Visit the CommuniVET website.
Parasiticide Protocols - KISS (Keep it Simple Stupid) "to Kill a Parasite" Dr. Danny Joffe will provide an overview of the development of clinical parasiticide protocols. These protocols respond to the need expressed by clients who want consistent recommendations from their veterinary staff in terms of parasite prevention and elimination. In addition, these protocols help to determine what parasites need to be killed or prevented and why, and how this will be accomplished. Throughout the webinar, Dr. Joffe will also touch on the clinical signs of the most common parasites, their diagnosis and their treatment, i.e. ticks, fleas, heartworms, etc. Finally, he will discuss team education and implementation, as well as how these protocols allow for proper in-clinic compliance.
Accredited for 1 CE credit. Visit the CommuniVET website.
Claw counselling: helping cats keep their claws Despite controversy, feline onychectomy remains a common surgical procedure in North America. This session will focus on a review of recent literature about the adverse effects of declawing and how to talk to owners about practical alternatives.
Accredited for 1.5CE credits. Visit the CommuniVET website.
Fear Free: Creating Great Experiences Fear Free is an organization whose mission is to reduce or eliminate Fear, Anxiety and Stress (FAS) in pets by inspiring and educating those who care for them. During this one‐hour webcast presentation, Dr. Jonathan Bloom will talk about what Fear FreeSM is, why it’s important, as well as the negative impact that FAS has on pets and their owners. He reviews the many signs of FAS and how to address them. He will also discuss the most important and impactful changes in veterinary medicine in terms of managing FAS, while elevating the level of healthcare provided by veterinary teams to ensure the well‐being of all parties involved.
Accredited for 1 CE credit. Visit the CommuniVET website.
A practical approach to the dyspneic cat. The dyspneic cat is a common clinical presentation in small animal medicine with many potential underlying causes. This session will focus on a smart and strategic diagnostic approach to maximize the chances of success.
Accredited for 1.5CE credits. Visit the CommuniVET website.
No more stones! Bladder uroliths in cats. Uroliths in the lower urinary tract are common in cats worldwide. This presentation with review our understanding of the risk factors for stone formation, diagnostic methods for urolith detection and estimation of composition, as well as advances in the least invasive methods for treatment.
Accredited for 1.5CE credits. Visit the CommuniVET website.
Compassion Fatigue within the Veterinary Medicine Profession, from Gateway Pet Memorial Inc.: In this training session, Colleen Best, DVM, PhD, CCFP, takes participants through the specifics of compassion fatigue. She outlines what it is, how to recognize the signs in yourself and in others. You will be given practical tools to help prevent compassion fatigue and to recover from it.
To register: www.learningbygateway.com. Worth 1 CE credit.
GI upset in dogs and cats - This webinar is designed to provide veterinary professionals with a better understanding of the causes, presentations, and treatment options in regard to managing acute to chronic GI upset in dogs and cats. Learn why feeding through GI upset is now recommended over the traditional recommendation of fasting, and the move away from antibiotics as treatment for GI upset. Dr. Ian Sandler introduces the products in Grey Wolf’s +GI portfolio and outlines how they are used in each stage of GI upset, and how they can be packaged together as a GI Emergency Kit to reduce unnecessary visits to the clinic and keep everyone safe. Dr. Sandler explains how the +GI products are effective in maximizing clinical outcomes and getting patients back on their paws, sooner. Worth 0.5 CE credit. To register visit: https://greywolfah.com/clinic-portal/
Wound Care and Moist Wound Healing with Dr. Ian Sandler - This webinar is designed to give a comprehensive understanding of the principles of wound healing in veterinary medicine. Dr. Sandler discusses each stage of wound healing from the initial assessment to debridement, management of exudate and dead space, and protection of the wound site. Learn about the Grey Wolf Animal Health advanced veterinary wound-healing portfolio, and which wound dressings are best used during each stage of wound healing. Participants will gain a better understanding of how moist wound healing offers better, faster, and easier wound management. Worth 1 CE credit. To register visit: https://greywolfah.com/clinic-portal/
Wound Healing 101 with Dr. Ian Sandler - This webinar is designed to give veterinary professionals a better understanding of wound management in veterinary medicine. Starting with the foundations of wound care, the webinar explores; the anatomy of the skin, the physiology of wound healing, the different types of wounds, and stages of wound healing. Dr. Sandler goes into further detail discussing debridement, managing exudate, dead space, and infection, and the importance of providing a moist wound healing environment to maximize clinical outcomes. Worth 0.5 CE credits.. To register visit: https://greywolfah.com/clinic-portal/
Hill's Veterinary Nutritional Advocate Program (VNA): sponsored by Hill's Pet Nutrition. This program includes 3 modules. Please visit VNA website for more details. Worth 6 CE credits per module, with a total of 18 CE Credits for completing all 3 modules.
Bravecto Webinar: New from Merck, available as of mid-February 2020 up until the end of the year. In this live one on one webinar, we will go through the new CPEP guidelines, we will do an overview of flea and ticks and also discuss the latest updates on Bravecto. Worth 0.5 CE credits. To register, contact canada.ah@merck.com.
Radiation Safety Institute of Canada
This four module course in x-ray safety awareness is focused on the use of x-rays in veterinary practice. Regulatory aspects covered are for the province of Ontario. Certificate will be issued upon completion.
This program should take roughly 5 hours, and has been approved by the OAVT for 4 CE credits.
Visit https://onlinelearning.radiationsafety.ca/ to register.
Become a Nutrition Counsellor with Royal Canin
Become an expert in cat and dog nutrition by enrolling in the Royal Canin Knowledge Portal to help meet your patients' precise nutritional needs. Through the comprehensive curriculum, you will earn CE and points by successfully completing modules that can later be redeemed for rewards.
If you are new to the Counsellor Program please contact your Royal Canin Technical Sales Representative to get signed up. Already to sign up?
Visit the Royal Canin Veterinary Portal to start learning. Most modules worth 2 CE credits, but varies depending on length of time required.
Medical Device Reprocessing in All Appropriate Settings: A Myth-Busting Course
Presenter: Daniel Harvey, CMDRT, RVT, AHT, LAT, N
Course Description: This course covers the basics of medical device reprocessing, i.e. cleaning, disinfection, decontamination, and sterilization of surgical instruments. The syllabus is composed of 26 chapters with discussion groups and a graded quiz for each chapter. The instructor will personally monitor the discussion groups daily, to ensure your learning.
Visit the Steri+ Consulting website to register. Worth 4 CE credits.
Veterinary Clinic Cleaning and Disinfection Program: From Vetoquinol Canada. Cleaning and disinfection guide for animal health facilities. Step-by-step protocols and techniques for employees responsible for the cleaning and disinfection of animal care facilities. This one hour program is worth 1 CE credit with the OAVT. To register, visit biosecurity.vetoquinol.ca
Vetoquinol - Stress Affects Health and Behaviour: This webcast on stress-related issues in companion animals to better understand the relationship between stress, health and behaviour. Worth 1.5 CE credits. To view this webcast, visit Vetoquinol's online CE page.
ZENTONIL - "Doc, Does My Pet Really Need All These Medications to Treat His Liver Disease?": This 1.5 hour webcast is presented by Dr. Lisa Carioto to better understand hepatic disease and the multitude of treatments that exist. Worth 1.5 CE credits. To view this webcast, click here.
ZTalk Webseries: ZTalk is a webseries that gives an accessible and easy in-clinic behavioural approach. The presenter is a well-known behaviourist, Dr. Martin Godbout. Approved for 1 CE credit. Click here to register.
Pet Dentistry and Periodontology Course: In this detailed streaming presentation, Dr. Peter Emily, DDS, Hon. AVDC covers a variety of topics concerning the health issue most commonly witnessed in veterinary practices: dental disease. Dr. Emily provides a comprehensive outline of periodontal disease progression and also stresses the importance of preventative measures including home care and regular dental examinations. Also covered are the aspects involved in treatment through a detailed outline of routine and complicated dental prophylaxis in the veterinary practice. This 1 hour online opportunity is worth 1 CE Credit. Contact your Vetrex representative to book or email info@vetrex.ca