2022 MVMA Spring Seminar

Bringing the Eyes into Focus: A Day with a Veterinary Ophthalmologist

Kathryn Diehl, MS, DVM, DACVO
Associate Professor of Ophthalmology, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Georgia

Thursday, April 14, 2022
9:00 am-3:45 pm

Limited onsite attendance available-masks will be required regardless of vaccination status
and ONLINE 

This program has been approved for 6.0 hours of continuing education credits
in jurisdictions which recognize RACE approval. * See additional information for more CE details

Online registration is currently closed.
To register please call the MVMA office at 651-645-7533.

 Kathryn Diehl, MS, DVM, DACVO

Kathryn DiehlDr. Kathryn Diehl earned her masters and veterinary degrees at The Ohio State University, then completed a small animal rotating internship at the University of Georgia. She went on to complete a residency in comparative ophthalmology and cellular biology fellowship at the University of Wisconsin. Subsequently she worked in academia at the University of Minnesota and Auburn University as well as in private specialty practice. She is currently an associate professor of comparative ophthalmology at the University of Georgia. 

Seminar:
This Seminar will provide a guided but interactive explanation and tour of common ophthalmic lesions of the cornea, lens and fundus; as well as a practical neuro-ophthalmology review and case-based application opportunity.

8:00 am-9:00 am: Registration & Continental Breakfast

9:00 am-9:50 am
Evaluation and Opacities of the Cornea-Part I
At the end of this session you will be able to:

  • Describe practical general practice equipment and methods for evaluation of the cornea 

9:50 am-10:00 am-Break

10:00 am-10:50 am
Evaluation and Opacities of the Cornea-Part II
At the end of this session you will be able to:

  • Identify and interpret corneal opacities that are observed, subsequently allowing most appropriate formulation of a differential diagnosis for corneal lesions/disease 

10:50 am-11:00 am-Break

11:00 am-11:50 am
The Lens and Cataracts
At the end of this session you will be able to:

  • Review clinically relevant lens anatomy and examination techniques to help identify and localize cataracts
  • Differentiate classification schemes of cataracts including causes
  • Explain treatment of cataracts
  • Discuss a soon to be available promising medical treatment for diabetics, as well as surgery and indications 

11:50 am-12:45 pm-Lunch

12:45 pm-1:35 pm
Demystifying the Ocular Fundus Part I
At the end of this session you will be able to:

  • Describe practical general practice equipment and methods for evaluation of the ocular fundus

1:35 pm-1:45 pm-Break

1:45 pm-2:35 pm
Ocular Fundus Part II
At the end of this session you will be able to: 

  • Identify and interpret fundic examination findings, subsequently allowing most appropriate formulation of a differential diagnosis for posterior segment disease
2:35 pm-2:45 pm-Break 
2:45 pm-3:35 pm
I Think I See: Neuro-Ophthalmology from an Ophthalmologist's Perspective
At the end of this session you will be able to:
  • Describe in-depth the neuro-ophthalmic exam 
  • Interactively apply those concepts to cases of acute pupil abnormalities and blindness

ONSITE
Minnesota Masonic Heritage Center
11411 Masonic Home Drive
Bloomington, MN 55437

ONLINE
You have the option to attend the Seminar, which begins at 9:00 am (central), from anywhere you have an internet connection! Choose the "online" option when you register and  you will be emailed the secure link to attend the day before the Seminar. Only the registrant has access with this link as attendees are monitored and must sign-in with their name and email address. The registered attendee is also the only one eligible for the CE credits. 

What will you experience? Once you have accessed the Seminar your computer screen will be dominated with a direct-feed PowerPoint for clarity of viewing, plus the audio and video of the presenter as the slides automatically advance on your screen. Audio for all users will be done over VoIP, which means the sound comes over the internet and is not via telephone. You must have computer speakers or a headset. During the live Q&A you are encouraged to submit questions.

SEMINAR COSTS

Early-bird registration fee 
(now thru March 31, 2022)		   Regular Registration fees
(April 1-April 7, 2022)		  
MVMA Member / Non-MN DVM $195 MVMA Member / Non-MN DVM $220
MVMA Life / Inactive / Graduate Practicing / Graduate Student Intern or Resident $130 MVMA Life / Inactive / Graduate Practicing / Graduate Student Intern or Resident $155
Technician / Staff / Other $125 Technician / Staff / Other $150
Non-Member MN Licensed DVM $245 Non-Member MN Licensed DVM $270
DVM Student $80 DVM Student $95

If space is still available after April 7, 2022, prices will increase by $50.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

  • Breaks and lunch are provided to onsite attendees. 
  • Handouts are provided to all participants.
  • Registration changes (onsite to online) must be received 72 hours prior to the seminar. Changes are a $40 administrative fee.
  • Registration cancellations must be received 72 hours prior to the seminar. Cancellation refund less a 10% administrative fee.
  • This program has been approved for 6.0 hours of continuing education in jurisdictions that recognize RACE approval for veterinarians and veterinary technicians. Subject Matter Categories: Medical (6.0). Delivery Method: Interactive-Distance. Participants are responsible for ascertaining each board’s CE requirements. RACE does not “accredit” or “endorse” or “certify” any program or person, nor does RACE approval validate the content of the program.