Location: Online (Canvas)
Category: RVTs and Veterinary Assistants
Cost: $29
Statutorily Approved CE Credit: Up to 1 on-demand self-study hour
On-Demand Continuing Education Course - Management of Facial Trauma
This course is designed for Registered Veterinary Technicians and Veterinary Assistants and focuses on the clinical approach to oral and maxillofacial (OMF) trauma in veterinary patients. OMF trauma in dogs and cats presents a unique set of challenges for the entire veterinary team, requiring a solid understanding of complex anatomy, the emergent nature of these cases, and appropriate diagnostic and treatment strategies.
This lecture will guide participants through the management of OMF trauma, beginning with the initial phone call from the client through admission, diagnostics, treatment planning, procedure, recovery, and discharge. Emphasis will be placed on team communication, patient stabilization, and the formulation of a timely and effective clinical plan.
A thorough review of oral and maxillofacial anatomy will provide foundational knowledge, followed by a discussion of diagnostic imaging tools—including CT, CBCT, and dental radiography—which are critical for accurate assessment. Treatment strategies will be tailored to individual cases, highlighting both surgical and medical management approaches. Common trauma scenarios will be presented through case-based examples, allowing participants to better understand the decision-making process in real-world situations.
Upon completion, participants will receive a CE certificate indicating they have earned 1 hour of on-demand self-study credit.
Instructor
Boaz Arzi DVM, DAVDC, DEVDC, FF-AVDC (OMFS)
Dr. Boaz Arzi is a Professor and Chief of Dentistry and Oral surgery at the Department of Surgical and Radiological Sciences, UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Arzi completed the residency-training program in Dentistry and Oral surgery at the School of Veterinary Medicine, UC Davis and two years fellowship in the Department of Biomedical Engineering at UC Davis. He is a Diplomate of the American Veterinary Dental College (AVDC) and the European Veterinary Dental College (EVDC). Dr. Arzi is also a Founding Fellow of the AVDC in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Dr. Arzi’s clinical and research focus is on oral maxillofacial reconstruction and regenerative solutions in dogs and cats. His lab also focus TMJ disorders and treatments across species and he is an affiliate member of the American Society of TMJ Surgeons. Dr. Arzi is the Director of the Veterinary Institute for Regenerative Cures (VIRC) at UC Davis. Ultimately, Dr. Arzi’s work is translational with the aim of One Health treatment modalities for both human and animal health.
Course Cancellation and Refund Policy
Refunds for cancellations will be considered if requested by email to svmcontinuinged@ucdavis.edu within two weeks of registration. Cancellations made before accessing the CANVAS platform will receive a refund minus a $5 processing fee. Cancellations are non-refundable once you have accessed the course on the CANVAS platform.
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