Pre-requisite: You must attend the two (2) hours in the TPLO track on Friday afternoon

Course Objectives:

• To understand the biomechanics of the cruciate ligament deficient stifle and tibial plateau levelling osteotomy
• To understand patient assessment and the selection of candidates for TPLO
• To understand pre-operative surgical planning and implant selection
• To develop familiarization with and appropriate use of instrumentation
• To understand the post-operative management of patients
• To identify potential complications and how to avoid and deal with them
• To learn and practice the surgical technique taught in a dry lab and wet lab

Start time off-site is 9:30 AM. Buses will depart the hotel no later than 8:15 AM to arrive at the off-site facility. The workshop will end at 4:30 PM, and buses will return to the Westin Boston Seaport District.