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|Events|November 17, 2015

Reconstructive Surgery: Management of Problem Defects

Date: April 24 - April 25, 2016

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Instructor: Michael Pavletic DVM, DACVS

Course Description: This intensive two day course closely pairs lectures with direct laboratory application of the surgical techniques covered using cadaver specimens. The topics covered will include: • Local Skin Flaps • Tension Relieving Techniques • Axial Pattern Flaps • Free Grafts • Skin Stretching Closure Techniques • Muscle and Myocutaneous Flaps • Facial Reconstructive Surgery • Nasal Reconstructive Surgery • Paw and Pad Reconstructive Surgery • Reconstructive Surgery of the Pinna • Management of Skin Wounds of the Elbow • New Applications of Vacuum Drain Systems • Olecranon wounds/ulcers and effective management techniques • "Tips and Tricks" in wound management and closure.

Cost: $1,490

CE Hours: 16

Event type: CE Hands-On Lab

Event Address: Oquendo Center2425 E. Oquendo Road, Las Vegas, NEVADA, USA

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Sponsor: WVC

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