Fostering Collegiality and Collaboration to Produce the Best in Orthopedic Science | |
Dear members, colleagues and friends,
It has been a month since we wrapped up a very successful VOS 2024 and I wanted to thank all of those that were there for their attendance and participation. For those that missed it, I am sorry you could not make it and hope you can be with us next year in Breckenridge. I want our next meeting to be rewarding professionally but also personally. As Stan Kim said during his tribute to Dan Lewis, family is what matters at the end of the day. In that regard, VOS is an exceptional organization as it brings people together and creates bonds that extend beyond simple professional courtesy. For anyone that wishes to, VOS will not only serve as the prime platform to discover the newest in veterinary orthopedics, but also be a place to develop unique and durable relationships.
Having lost several classmates to mental health over the years, I am sensitive to this growing issue in our profession. I find tremendous comfort in knowing that our members care about each other and are there to help during moments of hardship. I am proud to be part of this group and want to assure you my door is always open.
My wish for this year as your president is to foster collegiality and collaboration amongst members so we produce and present the best in orthopedic science at our conference. Importantly, I want this organization to grow, and this can only happen if we promote the next generation. In that spirit, I pledge to fund travel to the conference and a night of accommodation for a team of two surgeons in training at any level of their program (student, intern, or resident) outside the regular VOS grants and awards. The winning duo will have to be from two separate institutions (yes, I said collaboration and I meant it) and submit one abstract from a shared project. The winning abstract will be selected (by a group formed by the last 3 past presidents) from the pool of abstracts submitted for the conference (non-Bloomberg award). The winning team will be asked to present their research as a duo.
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Thanks for taking the time from your busy schedule to read this VOS newsletter. I want to keep you on your toes this year, and remember that I challenge you to submit more abstracts than University of Florida next year, so get to work.
Laurent Guiot, DVM, DACVS (SA), DECVS
President, Veterinary Orthopedic Society
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VOS 2024 Conference Combined Excellent Scientific Program and Social Events
Greetings VOS Family,
The 51st annual VOS Conference at the Palisades in Lake Tahoe was a fantastic event. The venue turned out to be great for attendees, sponsors and exhibitors alike. There were 314 registered attendees at the conference representing 40 states in the U.S. and 10 countries!
An excellent scientific program in both the small animal and equine sessions and ample social events made the conference memorable. The skiing was good with a couple of sunny days and a couple fresh snow days so everyone would be happy. There was a general consensus to have another conference at Lake Tahoe in the future.
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As Past President, I will be collecting names of those interested in serving on the VOS Board of Directors in 2025. If you have an interest in giving back to our great organization through service, please contact me at vetsurgdoc@gmail.com.
Yours in service,
Randy Basinger, DVM, ACVS
Past President, Veterinary Orthopedic Society
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Please be sure to see our classified ads and job postings at the end of the newsletter.
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BLOOMBERG MINUTES
Thank you to our endowed Bloomberg Award sponsors. Please see below to catch up on what they are working on and the CE opportunities they have for you.
AO VET North America
AO is offering online and in-person CE courses with topics including feline orthopedics, fracture management, and minimally invasive osteosynthesis. There will be an AONA Principles of Small Animal Fracture Management course, an Advanced Techniques in Fracture Management course and a Principles of Equine Fracture Management April 10-12 in Columbus, Ohio. There will also be a Surgical Approaches and Soft Tissue Reconstruction Techniques for Fracture Repair in the Dog and for the first time ever, a Spotlight Series: Canine Simple and Complex Humeral Condylar Fractures Affecting the Humeral Condylar Joint course April 13-14 in Columbus, Ohio. The lineup of 2024 courses with links for each as they are available can be found here:
https://www.aofoundation.org/aona
Arthrex Vet Systems
There are two upcoming Arthrex events on April 4th in Munich, Germany: the VetCue, SynACART and OATS course and the VET Italian Arthrex Symposium. The Tightrope Stifle Stabilization course will be held in Fort Collins, Colorado, on April 5th. The VET ECVS Residents Course will be held May 23 in Munich, Germany. Check the website to keep up to date on future CE opportunities:
ArthrexVetSystems.com
Boehringer Ingelheim
Please visit the website to learn about Boehringer Ingelheim’s commitment to sustainable development and sustainable health solutions. Thanks for making the world a better place BI!
www.bi-vetmedica.com
New Generation Devices
Check out information on NGD's latest technologies including the new Evolution TPLO plate, the Semi Cylindrical Recession Trochleoplasty and the Citrate based Resorbable Biomimetic Polymer/ HA composite. Please visit the website for more information.
www.ngdvet.com
Orthomed
Orthomed has launched its online academy! These courses allow you to learn the theory before the course and offer optional hands-on wet lab and virtual reality experience so you can focus more on the surgical side and less on the theoretical. Visit our website for 2024 workshop links:
https://www.orthomed.co.uk/us/workshops-and-events/
Securos
Securos has a huge line-up of wet labs in April and May. There is a TPLO lab on April 6th and a Principles of Locking Plates on April 7th, both in Fiksdale, Mass. A Cranial Closing Wedge Osteotomy lab on April 23rd and a TPLO lab on April 24th will be held in London, England. A TTA wet lab will be held May 18th in Fiksdale, Mass., and a Securos UK Locking Plate System will be held May 30th in Knutsford, England. Please check the website for more information.
www.securos.com
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Soft Tissue and Orthopedic Surgeons, University of Minnesota, St. Paul, Minnesota
Multiple Surgery faculty positions open at the University of Minnesota. Four day work weeks and multiple opportunities for general surgery or subspecialization. You can even work in both private practice AND academia in the same city. Click here or contact Wanda Gordon-Evans at wgordone@umn.edu for more information.
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Small Animal Surgeon, Orchard Park, NY
Orchard Park Veterinary Medical Center is seeking a full-time Surgeon to join our dynamic team! OPVMC is a privately owned Emergency, Referral/Specialty and General Practice comprised of approximately 30 veterinarians and 160 support staff with on-site MRI and CT! We offer a generous benefits package including health/vision/dental/disability insurance, matching 401K, sign-on bonuses, loan reimbursements and paid time off. The Western NY area is a thriving and active community with many opportunities for outdoor recreation and local culture! For more information about our unique practice, please visit www.opvmc.com or email Allison Raffaele at araffaele@opvmc.net.
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Mobile Veterinary Specialists / Orthopedic Surgeons, Multiple U.S. Locations
MOVES Mobile Veterinary Specialists is a unique organization focused on breathing new life into the veterinary specialist vocation as a guide to positive outcomes for patients, practices and people. Our core values of Balanced Boundaries, Kind Consideration, and Trustworthy Independence demonstrate our commitment to quality of life. Earn top production rates, receive an unparalleled total rewards package, and operate independently while receiving the support of an administrative team with years of experience. Opportunities are endless with MOVES and we are looking for surgeons throughout the US. Learn more on our website: www.vetmoves.com/careers/.
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Seeking 1st Surgeon, 200k Sign-on Bonus, No On-call or Weekends! Fargo, North Dakota
RRAEH a 24/7 Emergency Hospital and referral center has expanded and we are looking for a boarded surgeon to join our team! We currently have two boarded Criticalists, 11 experienced ER vets and are actively hiring for an Internist, Ophthalmologist, and Oncologist. We are offering a 3-4 day work week and a guaranteed base salary of 250k with the opportunity to earn more through production based compensation. It’s hard to tell you everything in 100 words, so check out our website https://rraeh.com/ and email alex.wigglesworth@rraeh.com and let us setup a visit to show you what makes us different!
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Veterinary Surgeons, Ethos Veterinary Health, Multiple Locations - Nationwide and Canada
Explore the world of opportunities Ethos Veterinary Health (comprised of NVA Compassion-First, SAGE, and Ethos hospitals) offers at hospitals across the US and Canada. Why not take a look at available Surgeon positions or reach out directly so we can connect! With so many outstanding locations with supportive leadership, I’m confident that we can find a great fit for you. Our network of premiere Specialty and Emergency hospitals means more shared experiences, resources, and opportunities for collaboration. To learn more about our amazing opportunities, contact Beth Bardell at Beth.Bardell@ethosvet.com or 910-710-3423.
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Veterinary Surgery Specialists at BluePearl Pet Hospitals
BluePearl Pet Hospitals are seeking board-certified surgeons or individuals who have completed surgery residency training. FT/PT, Locum, and Traveling Veterinarian opportunities are available. BluePearl has a sole focus on specialty and emergency care and is one of the largest private employers of veterinary specialists. With more than 100 hospitals stretching from the redwoods of the Pacific Northwest to the skyscrapers of the Northeast to the sandy beaches in the Florida coast, we have an opportunity where you want to be!
For more information, please email Aly Mitton at alysha.mitton@bluepearlvet.com.
For more details, please visit: https://careers.bluepearlvet.com/us/en/c/specialty-veterinarian-jobs.
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Small Animal Surgeon, Baltimore, MD
Nexus Veterinary Specialists is currently seeking a full-time Small Animal Surgeon or residency trained individual to join our team.
Requirements:
- DVM degree from accredited university
- Board Certified by ACVS or ECVS or having completed surgical residency
- Able to obtain a professional licensure to practice in the state of MD
- Compassionate team player who can uphold great reputation with clients
To apply: Please send a Cover Letter, CV or Resume to Dr. David Dycus at ddycus@nexusvet.com. For more information about Nexus, please reach out to Dr. Dycus or visit our website at www.nexusvet.com.
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