Online Conference Ophthalmology and Internal Medicine November 2027November 3 -5, 2027
Topics:
Ophthalmology - Dr. Bob Larocca
Internal Medicine - Dr. Sarah Schmid
This is an on-line CE conference, that is RACE approved as live interactive, featuring Dr. Bob Larocca and Dr. Sarah Schmid. We offer this CE using the NEW VetVacationCE APP. You can earn up to 15 hours of CE with your participation in our Vet Vacation conference. Conference classes will be held following the same schedule as the live event in St. Thomas, USVI!
Early Bird: $459 for the 3-day conference or $199 per day. Each day includes 5 hours of CE until (1 month in advance) October 3rd; then rates increase to $529 and $229; then (72 hours in advance) October 31st, prices increase to $559 and $239. Sign up early for the best pricing!
Individual CE certificates will be available through the APP at the end of the meeting.
November 3 | November 4 | November 5 |
Price range: $199.00 through $459.00
Description
Online Veterinary Conference 2027: Earn 15 Hours of Virtual Live Interactive Continuing Education!! Dr. Bob Larocca and Dr. Sarah Schmid are experts in the fields of Ophthalmology and Internal Medicine! Topics and biographies are below.
The virtual video and audio webinar platform for our Online Veterinary Conference 2027 allows for the following:
- The speaker’s slide presentation will be on your device screen.
- You will hear the speaker audio.
- You will be able to raise your hand to ask questions and get rapid response answers.
- We will make this as interactive as possible.
- We will send you a link to access the conference.
- A digital CE certificate of completion will be available by scanning the QR code at the conclusion of each day with the VetVacationCE APP.
Prior to the conference, we will email you the notes and links to the event.
VetVacationCE registration for this Live Interactive Veterinary Conference is $459 for the 3-day conference or $199 per day. Each day is 5 hours of CE until (30 days in advance) October 3rd; then rates will increase to $529 and $229, then increase (72 hours before) October 31st to $559 and $239.
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Benefits to Live Interactive Online Veterinary Conferences are:
- Ability to select from a variety of topics led by world renowned specialists
- Learn from a safe comfortable environment of your choice
- Access the best educators in the world
- Lower fees
- Replays available upon request
- Increase your skill level
- Stay up to date on new treatments and standards of care within the profession
- No need to travel – lower your carbon footprint
Whether you decide to learn with us in person or online, we guarantee an enjoyable learning experience with VetVacationCE.
Additional information
| Choose Schedule | November 3 – 5 (3 days) $459, November 3 only $199, November 4 only $199, November 5 only $199 |
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Ophthalmology
Bob Larocca, DVM, DACVO
Dr. Robert Larocca graduated from Emory University in 1987 with a Bachelors degree in Biology and Psychology, Dr. Robert Larocca attended and graduated from the University of Florida, College of Veterinary Medicine in 1993, followed by a rotating small animal internship at the University of Minnesota (1993-1994). Following the internship, he worked in a general small animal practice in Weston, Florida for 1 year. Dr. Larocca then completed a 3-year ophthalmology residency at Auburn University in 1998. Dr. Larocca became a Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists in 1998. He then joined the faculty at the University of Minnesota, College of Veterinary Medicine and was a clinical ophthalmologist from 1998-2003. During that time he became section head of Ophthalmology/ Neurology/ Dentistry. He then started a multi-specialty practice, Midwest Veterinary Specialty Group, in Blaine, Minnesota and remained in this practice from 2003-2007. Dr. Larocca then opened Animal Eye Specialty Center in 2007 and is currently the owner and sole ophthalmologist in this practice. Dr. Larocca continues to practice ophthalmology on all species of animals.
Dr. Larocca served on the ACVO Residency committee from 2001-2005, the ACVO credential committee from 2008- 2010 and then served on the ACVO examination committee from 2011-2014.
Presentation Synopsis
1. Glaucoma: Canine vs Feline Acute and Chronic Treatment
2. Feline Ophthalmology: Unique Conditions Affecting the Feline Eye
3. Corneal Ulcer Management: When to Debride or Refer?
4. Cataracts: Diagnosis and Treatment
5. The Fundic Exam: Unveiling the Mystery
6. Uveitis: The Complete Story (Anterior and Posterior)
7. Practical Ophthalmic Surgical Procedures: Techniques and Tips
Internal Medicine
Sarah M. Schmid, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM)
Dr. Sarah Schmid earned her DVM at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2014, after which she completed a rotating internship at the University of Pennsylvania. She went on to complete a residency in Small Animal Internal Medicine (SAIM) at the University of Tennessee. After three years in private practice as an intern co-director, Sarah joined the University of Wisconsin-Madison as a clinical instructor. In 2022, she joined the faculty of the University of Tennessee. Sarah enjoys teaching and integrating physiology into the clinical practice of veterinary medicine. Dedicated to advancing veterinary education, she is enthusiastic about developing innovative teaching methods to enhance clinical education and has a strong interest in studying pedagogy. Her other research interests include chronic gastrointestinal disorders and states of hypoalbuminemia.
Presentation Synopsis
1. Diagnostic Approach to Polyuria and Polydipsia
2. Diagnosing Immune-Mediated Hematologic Disorders (IMHA and ITP)
3. Rational Use of Immunosuppressants
4. Monitoring and Adjusting Therapy in Patients with Immune-Mediated Disease
5. Diagnostic Approach to Chronic Enteropathy in Dogs and Cats
6. Dietary Management of Chronic Enteropathy in Dogs and Cats
7. Trouble-Shooting Chronic Enteropathy in Dogs and Cats
8. Don’t Miss the Great Pretender – Diagnosis and Management of Hypoadrenocorticism (Addison’s disease)
9. When Urine Trouble – A Clinical Approach to Proteinuria