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Join us for an engaging virtual event focused on rehabilitation and pain management. This lecture series delves into a variety of topics, including the importance of myofascial health, injury prevention, therapeutic exercises for sport and working dogs, advanced pain management techniques, regenerative medicine, and state-of-the-art therapeutic modalities. Esteemed speakers Teri Willard and Meaghan Monahan will share their expertise, drawing on extensive experience in veterinary medicine, rehabilitation, and regenerative therapies. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from industry leaders and explore innovative approaches to veterinary care!

Dates:
On-demand access to the 6 one-hour lectures will open 2/3/25 and will be available until 6/30/25.
There will be a live Q&A session with the speakers on 2/25/25 at 6:30pm.
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Location:
Virtually through your member portal via Zoom.
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CE Information:
1 hour of medical CE will be offered for each of the 6 lectures.
0.5-1 hour of Medical CE will be granted for attendees of the live Q&A session.
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Registration:
Professional/Associate Members- $65
Student/Retired Members- $25
Non-members- $115
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Registration opens in January!

Lectures:
Performing a Myofascial Exam as a Veterinary Technician (1-hour Medical CE)
Here we will dive into muscle and fascial structure and function. Trigger points differences and how to treat them. Discuss how to perform a myofascial exam as a technician and spot abnormalities. (Willard)
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Sport Dog 101: Common Injuries (1-hour Medical CE)
In this lecture, we will provide a brief overview of popular dog sports and examine the common injuries associated with these activities, particularly in sporting breeds. (Willard)
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Common exercises for sporting and working dogs (1-hour Medical CE)
This lecture will be going over large muscle groups and exercises that will help support them in their support. Focusing on functional exercises including strength, flexibility, proprioception, and balance to help them succeed in their sport and prevent injuries. We'll be touching on warm-ups and cool downs and why they are important. Demonstration of exercises you can implement now. (Willard)
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Ketamine To The Rescue! (1-hour Medical CE)
This session provides a comprehensive look at ketamine infusions for pain management, exploring why ketamine is uniquely effective. We'll simplify pain pathways to enhance understanding and dive into practical techniques for IV infusions, including bolus and infusion calculations, along with tips for success. Additionally, we'll cover subcutaneous infusion pumps, discussing drug uptake, infusion calculations, device application, and expert strategies to optimize outcomes. Given time, real-world case examples will demonstrate the impact on patient outcomes. (Monahan)
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Regenerative Medicine Procedures From 1000 Feet (1-hour Medical CE)
This session explores advanced regenerative therapies, starting with PRP processing techniques—high versus low percent—and patient-safe blood volume calculations. We'll examine stem cell therapy options, including bone marrow and adipose-derived cells for canine and feline patients, with IA and IV administration overviews. Additionally, we'll provide insights into Arthramid and Spryng, discussing their applications and benefits, and conclude with hyaluronic acid. Emphasis of the technician role in regenerative medicine. (Monahan)
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Tools of the Trade (1-hour Medical CE)
This session delves into the science and application of advanced therapeutic modalities, including Shockwave and EMTT. We will explore what each modality is, their respective protocols for effective use, and real-world case examples demonstrating their impact on patient outcomes. (Monahan)
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Meet the speakers!

Teri Willard moved to Fort Collins, CO from Rochester, NY in 2016. She has been working in the veterinary field since 2004 in various realms including emergency, surgery, rehabilitation, and general practice. Teri graduated with an A.A.S degree in Veterinary Technology in 2015, received her certification in Canine Rehabilitation in 2018 from the University of Tennessee, and completed a certification to become a Veterinary Cannabis Counselor in 2020. She is currently enrolled in an Elite K9 Athlete Program from NorthEast K9 Conditioning. She will be graduating next year as a Certified Canine Athlete Specialist.

Her main veterinary interests are in sports medicine and integrated/holistic medicine. Teri loves working with the canine athletes. She focuses on conditioning, strengthening, and cross-training them to be ready for anything while they do what they love to do.

In her off time, Teri enjoys spending time with her husband Jeff, hiking, working out, practicing canine agility, flyball, and going to concerts (especially Dave Matthews Band). Teri and Jeff currently have four fur kids, Avalon Myst an Australian Shepherd, Adventure Horizon a Border Collie, Pivot Chandler a Border Collie, and Bexley Saffron a fluffy orange tabby.

Meaghan Monahan began her veterinary medicine career in 2007 as an equine sports medicine assistant in Massachusetts, and moved to Colorado in 2009 to pursue her Bachelors of Science at Colorado State University. Going to school at CSU quickly transformed into working at the CSU Veterinary Teaching Hospital in a myriad of positions; Office Manager, Equine Orthopedic Research Center Data Analyst, and Anesthetic Technician for the Translational Medicine Institute. In 2022, she joined Red Sage Integrative Veterinary Partners as the Director of Regenerative Medicine to pursue her passion for pain management and regenerative medicine through daily practice and continued education. She is pursuing her “Certified Pain Practitioner” through the IVAPM to give her more tools to make an impact in her patient's lives.

Meaghan maintains her happiness outside of work with three young horses, two extroverted dogs, a wonderful husband, and a cat who is convinced she's in charge.