Course Overview

The North American Neuroscience Course (Brain Camp), now assimilated into the ACVIM ACE program, will provide participants with advanced instruction in neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, electrodiagnosis, neuropathology, large animal neurology, neurosurgery and neuroradiology. The course is intended to provide a foundation in these areas for those interested in both clinical and research applications. Lecture sessions will be both interactive and didactic.

Brain Camp consists of 3 separate modules:

  1. Advanced Diagnostic Imaging, August 1-2 – Held the weekend prior to the Neuroscience course, this 2-day course is a comprehensive review of magnetic resonance imaging and other advanced imaging modalities used to evaluate the nervous system in veterinary patients. It is recommended the MR physics be reviewed prior to the course.  
  2. Advanced Veterinary Neuroscience, August 3-7, August 10-14 – The primary module of Brain Camp, this 10-day course provides a foundation in a variety of veterinary neuroscience topics for those interested in both clinical and research areas. Lecture sessions incorporate a variety of teaching methods; including didactic and interactive. 
  3. Advanced Veterinary Neurosurgery, August 15-16 – Held the weekend after the conclusion of the Neuroscience course, this 2-day course provides an opportunity for attendees to practice advanced neurosurgical techniques under the guidance of expert neurosurgeons. This course utilizes short cases and conceptual presentations followed by hands-on skills labs on the most commonly used neurosurgical techniques.  

RACE Application Status:

This program will be submitted for 104.50 total hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize AAVSB RACE approval. Participants should be aware that some boards have limitations on the number of hours accepted in certain categories and/or restrictions on certain methods of delivery of continuing education. Call 303-231-9933 for further information.

 

Please click here for the complete ACVIM North American Neuroscience Course (Brain Camp) agenda.

 

Individual Course Overviews

Please click on the tabs for more information about each of the three individual courses.

This 2-day course is an intense review of advanced neuroimaging, primarily focusing on magnetic resonance imaging. Computed tomography and clinical cases are incorporated into the course. Important points of physics and disease syndromes will be emphasized.  

 

By the end of this course you will:  

  • Understand basic and advanced MRI sequences, artifacts, and how to correct them
  • Have a basic understanding of MRI of common intracranial pathologies
  • Have a basic understanding of MRI of common spinal pathologies affecting the vertebral column and spinal column
  • Have a basic understanding of CT in veterinary medicine

 

Agenda – click here.

 

Registration fee includes:

  • Lecture Proceedings
  • Daily refreshments and lunch on Saturday and Sunday
  • Transportation between host hotels and venue

 

RACE Application Status:  

This program will be submitted for 14.00 total hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize AAVSB RACE approval. Participants should be aware that some boards have limitations on the number of hours accepted in certain categories and/or restrictions on certain methods of delivery of continuing education. Call 303-231-9933 for further information.

This 10-day course is designed to offer an intense, high-level review of clinical veterinary neurology aimed at the neurology resident. Topics will range from neuroanatomy and neuropathology all the way through diagnostic imaging and surgical interventions. This is a broad review of clinical neurology with the goal of preparing for the specialty examination and clinical practice. 

By the end of this course you will:  

  • Have an understanding of clinical functional neuroanatomy
  • Have a basic overview of diagnostic imaging modalities for neurological disorders
  • Have a basic understanding of diagnostic testing for neuromuscular disorders
  • Have a basic understanding of common large animal neurologic disorders
  • Have been presented with a high-level review of common neurologic syndromes in small animals

Registration options:

You may register for all 10 days of the Advanced Veterinary Neuroscience course, or by week (Week 1: August 3-7 or Week 2: August 10-14). Pricing information is available on the Registration Fees tab.

Agenda – click here.

Registration fee includes:

  • Lecture Proceedings
  • Daily refreshments and lunch on August 3-7 and August 10-14
  • Transportation between host hotels and venue

RACE Application Status:  

This program will be submitted for 74.50 total hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize AAVSB RACE approval. Participants should be aware that some boards have limitations on the number of hours accepted in certain categories and/or restrictions on certain methods of delivery of continuing education. Call 303-231-9933 for further information.

This 2-day course provides an opportunity for attendees to practice advanced neurosurgical techniques under the guidance of expert neurosurgeons. This course utilizes short cases and conceptual presentations followed by hands-on skills labs on the most commonly used neurosurgical techniques.

By the end of this course you will:  

  • Obtain working knowledge of the various approaches to the brain and vertebral column; including an understanding of regional anatomy and specific surgical tips and techniques. 
  • Become familiar with the indications and potential complications of specific neurosurgical procedures. 
  • Gain experience using neurosurgical instruments; including drills, plates, pins, screws and ventriculoperitoneal shunts.

Agenda – click here.

Registration fee includes:

  • Lecture Proceedings
  • Daily refreshments and lunch on Saturday and Sunday
  • Transportation between host hotels and venue

RACE Application Status:  

This program will be submitted for 16.00 total hours of continuing education credit in jurisdictions which recognize AAVSB RACE approval. Participants should be aware that some boards have limitations on the number of hours accepted in certain categories and/or restrictions on certain methods of delivery of continuing education. Call 303-231-9933 for further information.

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