ER JumpStart: Module 2
Ready for More? Move on to Module 2. Twelve additional hours of high-yield, interactive lectures over 2 days, using case-based instruction and real practice experience.
There is an optional 3rd day/3 hours for the hands-on wetlab.
Ready for More? Move on to Module 2. Twelve additional hours of high-yield, interactive lectures over 2 days, using case-based instruction and real practice experience.
There is an optional 3rd day/3 hours for the hands-on wetlab.
Ready for More? Move on to Module 2. Twelve additional hours of high-yield, interactive lectures over 2 days, using case-based instruction and real practice experience.
There is an optional 3rd day/3 hours for the hands-on wetlab.
Day 1 contains 6 hours of interactive lectures. Lectures start later in the day to accommodate ER sleep schedules as much as possible. Lunch is included.
Day 2 contains 6 more hours of interactive lectures. Lectures start later in the day to accommodate ER sleep schedules as much as possible. Lunch is included. If you are departing after day 2, your CE certificate will be provided. If you have registered for the optional third day/additional CE hours, your CE certificate will be provided at the conclusion of day 3.
Optional Day 3 contains 3 more hours in a hands-on wetlab format. Cadavers will be used to learn various ER procedures including: NG tube, E-tube, Foley catheter, IV cut downs, central line placement and pericardiocentesis. Scrub top and close-toed shoes are required attire.
Lectures including: Anemia, Thrombocytopenia, Transfusions, ARF, Leptospirosis, Addison's, Acid/Base, Urethral Obstruction, Trauma, Wound Care, Anaphylaxis, Biliary Disease, Hepatic Lipidosis, Dystocia, Pyometra, Toxins, Seizures, Vestibular Disease, Head Trauma, Mental Health & Wellness, Managing Burnout, Juggling a Family and an ER career.
Labs including: various ER procedures- tubes, catheters and pericardiocentesis
Course Instructors: Libby Ramirez, DVM, DABVP (Canine/Feline), Additional instructor TBD
Schedule:
Thursday
10a-11a Registration
11a-11:50a Anemia, Thrombocytopenia
12p-12:50p Transfusions
1p-2p Lunch (box lunch provided)
2-2:50p ARF, Leptospirosis, Addison’s
3-3:50p Acid-Base
4p-4:30p Afternoon Break/Q&A
4:30p-5:20p Urethral Obstruction Cats
5:30-6:20p Trauma, Wound Care
Friday
11a-11:50a Anaphylaxis
12p-12:50p Biliary Disease, Hepatic Lipidosis
1p-2p Lunch (box lunch provided)
2-2:50p Dystocia, Pyometra
3-3:50p Common Toxins
4p-4:30p Afternoon Break/Q&A
4:30p-5:20p Seizures, Vestibular Disease, Head Trauma
5:30-6:20p Mental Health & Wellness, Burn Out, Balancing a Family and ER
Saturday (Optional)
10a-1p Hands-On Wetlab