5th International Symposium on Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy in Veterinary Medicine

August 13-16, 2008
Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA

Program and schedule available online - click the link on the right.

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Early registration discount applies through May 16, 2008.

The symposium will highlight the collaborative relationship between veterinary and physical therapy professionals. The symposium’s opening presentation by Ann Bancroft, 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, August 13, one of the world's preeminent polar explorers and internationally recognized leader, will address this theme with her presentation on “Collaboration and Teamwork”.

The field of animal rehabilitation is rapidly growing and rehabilitation services have become integral partners for many veterinary practices and teaching hospitals. Nationwide and beyond, veterinary professionals are actively working with physical therapy professionals to develop treatment programs and deliver therapy.

Laboratory and demonstration sessions will cover many clinical aspects of animal rehabilitation.

Continuing education credit approved for DVMs, veterinary technicians, physical therapists and physical therapy assistants.

Location
Hyatt Regency Hotel
Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
Click here for room reservations and hotel information.

For more information

Program content:
Liz LaFond, DVM, DACVS, CCRP
lafo0005@umn.edu, 612 625-7001

Amie Lamoreaux Hesbach, MSPT, CCRP, CCRT
forpawsrehab@comcast.net, 410-414-8250

Sponsorship information:
Jan Swanson, Director of Veterinary Continuing Education,
swans032@umn.edu, 612-624-2268

Current sponsors:
Gala Event
Canine Rehabilitation Institute, Inc.
SANUWAVE
Respond Systems, Inc
TheraPaw

Wine & Cheese Reception at the Leatherdale Equine Center
Ferno

Sponsors
Nutramax Laboratories, Inc.
SpectraVET
Nestle' Purina PetCare