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Resort Symposium Program

Monday, January 30
Morning

Free time on your own

Afternoon

12:30-3:30 Topics in Equine Behavior -Dr. Sue McDonnell, Ph.D

Complaint of a Problematic Behavior Change: Is it Physical, Psychological or Both?
A series of cases will be presented to demonstrate methods used to evaluate the root causes and secondary components of common behavioral changes in horses.

Science-Based Applied Equine Behavior Modification for Veterinarians
This session will focus on the application of principles for behavior modification and prevention of common aversions to veterinary treatments, loading for transport and other common challenges with equine patients. Step-by-step protocols will be detailed for maintaining the cooperation of your equine patients in specific scenarios.

Mare and Foal Behavior for Veterinarians
Topics addressed during this session will include basic natural parental behavior in horses, common maternal behavior and bonding problems seen in domestic horses, and raising an orphan foal.

3:30-5:30Challenges in the Peripartum Period – Margo Macpherson, DVM, MS, DACT, Benjamin M.K. Espy, DVM, DACT, and Elizabeth S. Metcalf, DVM, MS, DACT

A late-stage crisis truly tests the veterinarian’s ability to maintain a healthy mare throughout her pregnancy. Attendees will be presented with cases of conditions affecting the late pregnant and postpartum mare.

6-7	Welcome Reception

Tuesday, January 31
Morning

The Road Warrior's Approach to Practicing Good Medicine in the Field: Respiratory, Gastrointestinal and Fluid Therapy –Dr. Robert P. Franklin

Dr. Robert Franklin will guide attendees in learning how to work up and treat a variety of cases with limitations in a field setting. Video demonstrations and Turning Point interactive cases will be used to encourage discussion among attendees.

Equine Medicine Field Tactics 101: Procedures and Therapies for Respiratory Conditions

This session will address how to work up and treat common respiratory conditions including chronic cough, Strangles, pneumonia, Inflammatory Airway Disease, Viral Respiratory infections, Rhodococcus equi and other foal pneumonias.

Equine Medicine Field Tactics 102: Procedures & Therapies for Gastrointestinal Conditions

Topics discussed will include gastrointestinal conditions such as chronic and acute diarrhea in the adult, diarrhea in the foal, liver disease, weight loss, ultrasound of the abdomen and colic.

Equine Medicine Field Tactics 103- Procedures & Therapies for Fluid Therapy

Topics discussed will include catheter choices, administration options, fluid choices, farm-based parenteral nutrition, fluid additives and a review of fluid requirements.

10:30-11:20	Discussion of Recent Outbreaks of EHV/EHM: What Do We Know and What Do We Still Need to Know? – Josie L. Traub-Dargatz, DVM, MS, DACVIM Dr. Traub-Dargatz will review relevant information regarding recent outbreaks of Equine Herpes Virus and Mylencephalopathy. Attendees will discuss incidence, demographics and tools for diagnosing, reporting and managing these diseases.
11:30-12:30	Break Out Session I: Behavior, Reproduction and Medicine Drs. McDonnell, Espy, Metcalf, Traub-Dargatz and Franklin will lead small groups of attendees in discussions topics relevant to equine behavior, reproduction and internal medicine. The goal of this session is to provide an open forum with participants and speakers in a moderated environment.

Afternoon

Optional Tours
Register for these when you register for the meeting. Additional activities will be available from the Marriott Tour Desk. Hotel activities personnel will be at the AAEP Registration Desk and in the Marriott lobby.

Waimea Canyon ($80 per person)
Depart Marriott at 1:30 p.m.; Return by 6:30 p.m.
(Tour limited to 25 participants.)

Horseback Riding ($135 per person)
Scenic Valley Beach Ride – 2 Hours
Depart the Marriott at 2:00 p.m.; Return by 5:45 p.m.
(Tour limited to 24 participants)

Catamaran Sailing ($120 per person)
Blue Dolphin Sunset Sail – 2 Hours
Depart the Marriott at 2:45; Return 7:15 p.m.
(This tour includes heavy appetizers, beer, wine & mai tai cocktails and is limited to 49 participants. This is a cruise only, no stops for swimming.)

Wednesday, February 1
Morning

7:30 - 11:30 Focus on Soft Tissue Surgeries: Field Surgery vs. Referral - Dwayne Rodgerson, DVM, MS, DACVS

Reconstructive Surgical Procedures to Enhance Mare Fertility

This session will focus on the common surgical procedures that can be performed in the field to enhance a mare’s fertility. Dr. Rodgerson will emphasize the use of practical techniques and present lessons learned from past mistakes.

Recovering from Dystocia: Repair of the Mare

An injury to the mare’s reproductive tract from foaling can potentially be life-threatening. Dr. Rodgerson will provide overview of various types of injuries and describe treatment methods used to save the mare and restore her future fertility.

Colic: Is Cutting Always the Cure?

Attendees will review aspects for managing colic in the field and the hospital, with consideration of medical and surgical management of these conditions.

Laparoscopic Surgery: When to Refer

Attendees will learn about the advantages of laparoscopic surgery, which is commonly performed at equine referral facilities, and receive guidance on referring a patient for this procedure.

11:30-12:30

Break Out Session II: Reproduction, Medicine and Surgery

Drs. Macpherson, Franklin and Rodgerson will lead small group discussions about the day’s topics. The goal of this session is to provide an open forum with participants and speakers in a moderated environment.

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