Elevate the Euthanasia Experience: Part I: We will discuss what families need from vet
teams as their pet approaches the end of its life. Focus will be placed on helping families
determine when euthanasia is appropriate for their loved one, as well as optional verbiage
to use to show empathy. We'll also examine the AVMA Companion Animal Aftercare Policy, 
and how to help families choose the best aftercare option for their pet.

Elevate the Euthanasia Experience, Part II: In the second session, we will discuss how to 
prepare for the euthanasia appointment. We'll discuss optimal sedation protocols, and I'll 
share some of my favorite tips and tricks. We'll also talk about helping children go through the
euthanasia of their pet and wrap up with information that you can share with your clients
regarding responsible pet burial.

ECG Interpretation: This session will give veterinary technicians a full overview of all things
ECG. We will be discussing the heart's conduction system, proper positioning for obtaining
ECGs, causes for arrhythmias, and various common arrhythmias that are seen. The purpose of
this session is to have veterinary technicians comfortable with the various types of
arrhythmias and what we generally use to treat them.

Cardiac Therapies for Veterinary Technicians and Common Cardiac Medications: In this
session we will discuss clinical signs, diagnosis, treatment, and goals of cardiac therapy in 
patients with cardiac disease. The goal of this lecture is to give veterinary technicians a better
understanding of cardiac disease management and cardiac medications. We will overview all
common cardiac medications that we use and discuss their primary usage/mechanism of
action. Having a better understanding of these things will help improve survival and quality of
life to our patients.

The Sample's Journey through the Diagnostic Lab: Our goal in this session is to mimic going 
behind the scenes at the diagnostic lab, to show what happens to samples and what a lab
technician's career is lile. We will highlight processes in each lab section, and what results look
like. We will hand around props (noninfectious). The presentation will focus on images and
videos, and include tips on proper submission.

Diagnostics in the Clinic Lab: The goal of this lab is build on skills taught in LVT curriculum to
include knowledge of less common submissions. Participants would move between several
stations, spending 10 minutes per station, with 10 minutes for donning/doffing PPE and wrap
up. Station one -- making and looking at blood smears from different species. Station two --
fecal exams from different species. Station three -- reviewing cytology slides. Station four --
poultry anatomy/lesion review station.

Blood Products: Indications for Use and How to Administer: Description Coming Soon!

Common Toxins in Veterinary Medicine: Description Coming Soon!

Redefining Pain Management: Empowering Technicians to Lead the Analgesia Evolution: 
This session will deliver practical, evidence-based strategies to advance pain managemnet
across all areas of veterinary practice. The attendees will build a comprehensive toolkit of
pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic techniques using real-world case examples and
interactive discussions to enhance patient comfort, reduce fear and stress, and improve
clinical outcomes. Emphasizing the vital role of credentialed veterinary technicians, this
session inspires a cultural shift - empowering the entire veterinary team to idenify, treat, and
advocate for pain control in every patient, at every stage of care more effectively.

Dental X-Ray Positioning Lab: We will spend the first part going over positioning and 
maintenance. We will then move onto the hands-on positioning portion where we will
spend 35 minutes on a cat cadaver head then 35 minutes on a dog head. We will focus
on the harder areas like the canines, upper 4PM, lateral technique and then move to 
molars, PM's and incisors.