Explore the potential of laser technology in this hands-on lab, covering clinical tips, case studies, and live canine treatments — an essential experience for DVMs and technicians alike!
This lecture/lab session will begin with an overview of laser technology and its applications in general practice. You’ll learn techniques to get the best clinical results with your existing laser equipment – or the equipment you plan on getting – and get insights from research on how laser equipment works and what it does.
Following the lecture, participants will engage in an interactive presentation of cases, protocols, and treatments on live canines. This program is open to both veterinarians, who are responsible for patient examination and treatment prescriptions, and technicians, who perform the laser treatments.
WHEN
Wednesday, Jan. 31 | 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.
WHERE
Orlando, FL at the FVMA headquarters
SCHEDULE
■ 12 p.m. – 1 p.m. Lunch and Networking
■ 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. Lecture
■ 2 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Coffee Break
■ 2:30 p.m. – 4 p.m. Hands-on Lab
About the Wet Lab
PRICING
■ $85 registration fee for veterinarians and technicians
BOGO: Veterinarians who register at full price can bring one (1) technician/team member for FREE! Call us at (407) 851-3862 to claim this offer.
CAPACITY
■ 36 seats
CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS
■ 3 CE hours
Instructor
Kim Bissing, BS, CPDT-KA
Kim was born in New Jersey and raised in Massachusetts where she attended Bridgewater State College and earned a BS in Biology with a concentration in Marine Biology. During college, she was an extern at the New England Aquarium for over four years, where she was focused on educating the public about conservation and wildlife preservation. During this time, she worked primarily with the veterinary team for the aquarium’s sea turtle rescue and rehabilitation program where she was first introduced to veterinary medicine. Kim’s focus was always on understanding the behaviors of marine mammals and sea turtles in a zoological environment. She helped the aquarium and other facilities put behavioral programs into place.
After graduating, Kim and her now husband moved to Orlando so she could continue her career at SeaWorld’s Discovery Cove. During her time there, she also took a position at East Orlando Animal Hospital as a veterinary receptionist and a volunteer position at the MOTE Marine Whale and Dolphin Hospital in Sarasota. It was at this point, that she realized that veterinary medicine and being able to educate and connect with clients was her true passion. She became a full-time employee at East Orlando Animal Hospital. At East Orlando Animal Hospital, Kim set out to learn everything she could about the field of veterinary medicine. After starting as a receptionist, she worked her way up to Reception Supervisor, Veterinary Technician, and then Floor Manager and Head Dog Trainer, which she has been doing for the past 11 years. Kim noticed that one of the main things missing from the clinic that almost every client needed and wanted was a behavior program. Kim started to focus on integrating dog training and doggy daycare to help facilitate the clinic in becoming a behavior-centered practice. In 2015 she made it official and received her Certified Professional Dog Training- Knowledge Assisted (CPDT-KA) Certification from the Council of Certified Professional Dog Trainers.
Instructor
Kim Bissing, BS, CPDT-KA
Kim was born in New Jersey and raised in Massachusetts where she attended Bridgewater State College and earned a BS in Biology with a concentration in Marine Biology. During college, she was an extern at the New England Aquarium for over four years, where she was focused on educating the public about conservation and wildlife preservation. During this time, she worked primarily with the veterinary team for the aquarium’s sea turtle rescue and rehabilitation program where she was first introduced to veterinary medicine. Kim’s focus was always on understanding the behaviors of marine mammals and sea turtles in a zoological environment. She helped the aquarium and other facilities put behavioral programs into place.
After graduating, Kim and her now husband moved to Orlando so she could continue her career at SeaWorld’s Discovery Cove. During her time there, she also took a position at East Orlando Animal Hospital as a veterinary receptionist and a volunteer position at the MOTE Marine Whale and Dolphin Hospital in Sarasota. It was at this point, that she realized that veterinary medicine and being able to educate and connect with clients was her true passion. She became a full-time employee at East Orlando Animal Hospital. At East Orlando Animal Hospital, Kim set out to learn everything she could about the field of veterinary medicine. After starting as a receptionist, she worked her way up to Reception Supervisor, Veterinary Technician, and then Floor Manager and Head Dog Trainer, which she has been doing for the past 11 years. Kim noticed that one of the main things missing from the clinic that almost every client needed and wanted was a behavior program. Kim started to focus on integrating dog training and doggy daycare to help facilitate the clinic in becoming a behavior-centered practice. In 2015 she made it official and received her Certified Professional Dog Training- Knowledge Assisted (CPDT-KA) Certification from the Council of Certified Professional Dog Trainers.
Frequently Asked Questions
This program #20-1113112 is pending AAVSB/RACE approval for 3 continuing education credits. For your convenience in recording your CE hours, one certificate will be included in your registration packet. It is your responsibility to document the sessions you attend and the number of hours you receive. Conference attendees’ CE hours will be reported to AAVSB/RACEtrack.
The registration fee is $85 for veterinarians and technicians. Veterinarians who register at full price can bring one (1) technician/team member for free. Please call the FVMA at (407) 851-3862 to claim this special offer.
Each registration pass includes access to the entire 3-hour wet lab session, lunch, and a coffee break.
Yes, certificates will be distributed on the same day as the session.
The cancellation deadline with a $25 administrative fee is December 31, 2023. After this date, a 50% fee of $42.50 applies, unless the FVMA successfully assigns your seat to another attendee. If the FVMA fills your seat, you will receive a refund for the total amount, minus a $25 administrative fee. Cancellations should be submitted to the FVMA in writing via email to meetings@fvma.org and acknowledged by December 31, 2023.
