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The\u00a0WVC Annual Conference<\/a>\u00a0is one of the country’s largest and longest-running veterinary education conferences, hosted in the Entertainment Capital of the World, Las Vegas, NV!<\/p>\n

WVC offers hundreds of hours of education, including lectures, hands-on CE labs, and drop-in learning sessions. Plus, network and discover new innovations in our 500,000 sq. ft. Exhibit Hall, and\u00a0Contura Vet\u00a0is a proud sponsor.<\/p>\n

Join Us for Hands on Learning<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Comprehensive Approach to Canine Osteoarthritis: Diagnosis, Treatment, & Joint Injection Techniques<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

When: <\/strong>Tuesday, February 17, 2026 – 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM<\/p>\n

Credits Available: <\/strong>8 hrs CE<\/p>\n

Cost: <\/strong>$925<\/p>\n

Register Here<\/a>
\nSearch for the event name to quickly find the correct session<\/em><\/p>\n

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This comprehensive veterinary course delves into the diagnosis, management, and treatment of canine osteoarthritis (OA), providing practitioners with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills. Participants will explore the pathophysiology of OA, learn to utilize current diagnostic tools-including imaging and clinical assessments-and review sedation protocols and evidence-based treatment options.<\/p>\n

Special emphasis is placed on targeted joint injection therapies and multimodal pain management strategies. A central component of the course is the hands-on wet lab, which focuses on intra-articular joint injection techniques. Designed for both experienced veterinarians and those seeking to refine their skills, the lab offers practical training in administering joint injections in canine patients. Intra-articular injections play a vital role in both human and veterinary medicine.<\/p>\n

Attendees will gain familiarity with commonly used therapeutics and receive guided instruction on injecting the six most frequently treated joints in dogs. The course covers joint anatomy, key anatomical landmarks, and proper injection techniques. Under expert supervision, participants will practice procedures on both thoracic and pelvic limb joints, with opportunities for real-time feedback and skill refinement.<\/p>\n

This course offers a focused yet in-depth exploration of canine osteoarthritis and its targeted treatments. Through a blend of lecture and hands-on training, attendees will leave equipped with enhanced clinical skills applicable to a range of cases-from early-stage synovitis to more advanced and chronic OA presentations. Space is limited.<\/p>\n

Max capacity:<\/strong> 24 participants.\u00a0Reserve your space today!<\/p>\n

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Meet the Instructors
\n\"Dr<\/h4>\n

\u00a0Matthew Brunke<\/strong><\/p>\n

DVM, CCRP, CVPP, CVA, DAVSMR, CCMT
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\"Dr<\/p>\n

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Jennifer Repac<\/strong><\/p>\n

DVM, DACVSMR, CVA, CCRT, CVCH<\/p>\n

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\"Dr<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Arielle Markley<\/strong>
\nDVM, CVMA, CVPP, CCRT, DAIPM, DACVSMR<\/p>\n

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\"Dr<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Patrice Mich
\n<\/strong>DVM, MS, DABVP, DACVAA, DACVSMR, CCRT<\/p>\n

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\"Dr<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Meg M. Green
\n<\/strong>DVM, CVA<\/p>\n

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\"Dr<\/p>\n

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Paul Shealy<\/strong>
\nDVM, MS, DACVS<\/p>","excerpt":"","slug":"comprehensive-approach-to-canine-osteoarthritis-diagnosis-treatment-joint-injection-techniques","image":false,"all_day":false,"start_date":"2026-02-17 07:30:00","start_date_details":{"year":"2026","month":"02","day":"17","hour":"07","minutes":"30","seconds":"00"},"end_date":"2026-02-17 16:30:00","end_date_details":{"year":"2026","month":"02","day":"17","hour":"16","minutes":"30","seconds":"00"},"utc_start_date":"2026-02-17 15:30:00","utc_start_date_details":{"year":"2026","month":"02","day":"17","hour":"15","minutes":"30","seconds":"00"},"utc_end_date":"2026-02-18 00:30:00","utc_end_date_details":{"year":"2026","month":"02","day":"18","hour":"00","minutes":"30","seconds":"00"},"timezone":"UTC-8","timezone_abbr":"UTC-8","cost":"","cost_details":{"currency_symbol":"$","currency_code":"USD","currency_position":"prefix","values":[]},"website":"","show_map":true,"show_map_link":true,"hide_from_listings":false,"sticky":false,"featured":false,"categories":[{"name":"CANINE","slug":"canine","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":131,"taxonomy":"tribe_events_cat","description":"","parent":0,"count":15,"filter":"raw","id":131,"urls":{"self":"https:\/\/arthramid.com\/nz\/wp-json\/tribe\/events\/v1\/categories\/131","collection":"https:\/\/arthramid.com\/nz\/wp-json\/tribe\/events\/v1\/categories"}},{"name":"IN-PERSON","slug":"in-person","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":111,"taxonomy":"tribe_events_cat","description":"","parent":0,"count":25,"filter":"raw","id":111,"urls":{"self":"https:\/\/arthramid.com\/nz\/wp-json\/tribe\/events\/v1\/categories\/111","collection":"https:\/\/arthramid.com\/nz\/wp-json\/tribe\/events\/v1\/categories"}}],"tags":[],"venue":{"id":11450,"author":"8","status":"publish","date":"2026-02-07 09:49:53","date_utc":"2026-02-06 20:49:53","modified":"2026-02-23 13:00:13","modified_utc":"2026-02-23 00:00:13","url":"https:\/\/arthramid.com\/venue\/las-vegas\/","venue":"New Zealand International Convention Centre","slug":"las-vegas","address":"101 Hobson Street","city":"Auckland","country":"New Zealand","province":"QLD","state":"NV","zip":"1010","phone":"09 366 9122","stateprovince":"QLD","json_ld":{"@type":"Place","name":"New Zealand International Convention Centre","description":"","url":"https:\/\/arthramid.com\/venue\/las-vegas\/","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","streetAddress":"101 Hobson Street","addressLocality":"Auckland","addressRegion":"QLD","postalCode":"1010","addressCountry":"New Zealand"},"telephone":"09 366 9122","sameAs":""},"show_map":true,"show_map_link":true,"global_id":"arthramid.com\/nz\/?id=11450","global_id_lineage":["arthramid.com\/nz\/?id=11450"]},"organizer":[],"custom_fields":[],"json_ld":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Event","name":"Comprehensive Approach to Canine Osteoarthritis: Diagnosis, Treatment, & Joint Injection Techniques","description":"<p>The\u00a0WVC Annual Conference\u00a0is one of the country\\'s largest and longest-running veterinary education conferences, hosted in the Entertainment Capital of the World, Las Vegas, NV! WVC offers hundreds of hours of […]<\/p>\\n","url":"https:\/\/arthramid.com\/nz\/event\/comprehensive-approach-to-canine-osteoarthritis-diagnosis-treatment-joint-injection-techniques\/","eventAttendanceMode":"https:\/\/schema.org\/OfflineEventAttendanceMode","eventStatus":"https:\/\/schema.org\/EventScheduled","startDate":"2026-02-17T07:30:00-08:00","endDate":"2026-02-17T16:30:00-08:00","location":{"@type":"Place","name":"New Zealand International Convention Centre","description":"","url":"https:\/\/arthramid.com\/venue\/las-vegas\/","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","streetAddress":"101 Hobson Street","addressLocality":"Auckland","addressRegion":"QLD","postalCode":"1010","addressCountry":"New Zealand"},"telephone":"09 366 9122","sameAs":""},"performer":"Organization"},"is_virtual":false,"virtual_url":null,"virtual_video_source":""}